An emphasis on constant innovation, efficient administration, and excellent infrastructure was the hallmark of the Assyrian Empire. Introduce viewers to what was considered the first real empire that ruled the Middle East for over 300 years with a short video that details Assyrian accomplishments.

Concepts

empires, the bronze age, iraq, iran, city-states, epic poetry

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Have groups investigate the recent destruction of ancient Assyrian landmarks

Classroom Considerations

• Little information is provided on the causes of the fall of the empire

Pros

• Provides a link to the playlist that examines characteristics shared by empires across the world

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.3 SL.11-12.3