In this reading comprehension learning exercise, students read a 1-page excerpt from The Prince by Niccolo Machiavelli and then respond to 12 short answer questions about the selection.

Students explore the power of the Church in government. For this literature lesson, students read Sir Thomas More's Utopia and Niccolo Machiavelli's The Prince. Students respond to questions regarding the works and discuss them.

Have the class interpret historical evidence presented in primary and secondary resources. They examine sources regarding architecture, art, exploration, government, literature, religion, and technology of the era. Then they use their...

Young scholars create a list of historical and fictional figures to identify their villainous behaviors and qualities. In this Shakespeare lesson plan, students discuss historical and fictional villains and their common characteristics....

Students analyze passages by Niccolo Machiavelli and Francis Bacon as an analysis of Renaissance ideas in contemporary situations. In this Renaissance writings lesson, students read excerpts from Machiavelli's The Prince and multiple...

Students study the Italian Renaissance, its impact, and origin. In this Italian Renaissance lesson, students study the Renaissance via the ancient civilizations and political geography of various countries. Students study the art prior...

Students study the work of Renaissance artists and investigate the value of their contributions. They investigate how beauty and thinking were stressed during this time period by participating in art and research activities.

Fifth graders explore the Italian Rensissance in this six lessons unit. The prominent citizens, the ideas, values, art, philosophy, and literature of the are seen as a rediscovery of Ancient Greek and Roman times.

The complete text of "The Prince" by Nicolo Machiavelli is available here in PDF format. The Prince, which was first released in 1532, is 194 pages pages long.

This website, which is provided for by the Fordham University, gives the entire book's text. It also provides information about each chapter.

This site allows you to find out about Machiavelli through an online biography, time line and a bibliography. Focus is on "The Prince" (with an online version) rather than his work as a playwright.

This short biography of Machiavelli includes a color portrait, links to more information about important ideas, and recommended primary and secondary sources.

Look into the ideas and writings of the Italian thinker and politician, Niccolo Machiavelli (1429-1527).

This site has a biography of Niccolo Machiavelli (1469-1527 CE) and in-depth discussion of his political philosophies. The site contains links to related resources and books by or about Machiavelli.

A biography of the works and philosophical/political ideas of Machiavelli. Includes some dates and describes the times in which he lived.

These lesson plans deal with world history. Content is organized by grade level, but all lesson plans include suggestions for adaptations for older or younger audiences.

A good biography. Includes life and career information, as well as political background and general atmosphere of the times. Also contains descriptions/explanations of major works.