Ducksters
Ducksters: Word Search: Ancient Mesopotamia
A fun word search game with history terms about Ancient Mesopotamia. Play online or print out a version for use in class or at home.
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: Power Point: Ancient Mesopotamia
PowerPoint presentation by Tom Richey provides a 52 slide lecture on Mesopotamia.
Ducksters
Ducksters: History for Kids: Ancient Mesopotamia
Kids learn about the history of Ancient Mesopotamia. The cradle of civilization between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers.
University of Chicago
University of Chicago: Persepolis
This site from the Oriental Institute of the University of Chicago provides a detailed site focused on the ancient Persian city Persepolis, famed for its great wealth and beauty.
Curated OER
Macmillan/mc Graw Hill: The World: Vol. 1: The Ancient World: Lesson 2 Quiz
A short quiz on ancient Greece and its conflicts with Persia.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ancient Greek Science
Overview of the history of science in Greece during the Hellenistic age when Greek culture mingled with Persia and many advancements were made. Teacher resources include worksheets, activities and quizzes.
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Battle of Gaugamela
Reference page provides detailed information on the Battle of Gaugamela, the final meeting between Alexander the Great of Macedon and King Darius III of Persia.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Ancient History Sourcebook: Herodotus
Excerpt from a commentary by Herodotus on the customs of the Persians.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: World History: 600 Bce 600 Ce Second Wave Civilizations
We have 2 resources from here but should be cross-checked against embedded videos.
PBS
Pbs: Background to the Greek Colonies of Turkey
Discusses the ancient Greek colonies of Ionia and their troubled relationship with the nearby Persian government.
Soft Schools
Soft Schools: Ancient Civilizations: Mesopotamia Quiz
Take an interactive, multiple choice quiz over ancient Mesopotamia. After completing the quiz, check your score, and then revisit any incorrect question for further review.
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: Power Point: The Persian Empire
Tom Richey's PowerPoint presentation on the Persian Empire includes a comprehensive overview of ancient Persia with maps, informational text, and humor.
University of Chicago
The Oriental Institute Museum: Life in Ancient Mesopotamia [Pdf]
The students will spend 4-5 days reading and discussing how archaeologists study artifacts, where the artifacts are found and how to investigate and interpret artifacts from their own lives. Videos and slides will be used to enhance...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Art History: Map of Mesopotamia
A short introduction to the ancient Near East, followed by sections providing an in-depth coverage. Includes links to additional information.
Other
An Overview of Zoroastrianism
Here is an overview of Zoroastrianism, the ancient religion of the Persian Empire. Learn about the religion and its implementation.
University of Chicago
The Oriental Institute Museum: Life in Ancient Mesopotamia [Pdf]
Because archaeologists cannot take home all the objects they unearth, they must make detailed, accurate drawings of their finds, so that these artifacts can be studied in the future.
Tour Egypt
Tour Egypt: Thirty First Dynasty
Extensively details the period of Persian rule in Egypt by referring to multiple sources, some of which are non-Egyptian. Contains hyperlinked definitions of terms and descriptions of people.
Read Works
Read Works: California and Mesopotamia: Similarities and Differences
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the similarities and differences between California and ancient Mesopotamia. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Ancient Greece for Kids: Persian Wars
A website about the Persians Wars of Ancient Greece fought between Persia and the Greek city-states.
Other
Odyssey: Teacher Zone: Middle East: Iran Stay
This teaching unit is based upon a "teacher trek" to the area in 2000 and focuses on essential questions of community. Activities are offered to help students explore the religion and culture of this country. The plans are tied to...
Other
Odyssey: Middle East Stage: Iran
Take a step into the world of Iran with this team of Teacher Trekkers. You will look at life in the Middle East, meet "real" people and learn about the culture and religion.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Babylonia Poster
A poster of ancient Babylonia: Chaldea, Assyria, Persia, soldiers, religion, writing, and structures.
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