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Ancient China - Kids Discover
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3 to 8
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The Kids Discover Online unit on Ancient China provides a comprehensive exploration of Chinese dynasties, focusing on their history, achievements, and cultural impact. There are seven...more
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The Kids Discover Online unit on Ancient China provides a comprehensive exploration of Chinese dynasties, focusing on their history, achievements, and cultural impact. There are seven topics to explore. The resource is designed for engaging classroom use, featuring vibrant visuals, accessible text, and interactive elements that bring ancient Chinese history to life. The "Chinese Dynasties" topic covers significant eras, such as the Shang, Zhou, Qin, and Han Dynasties, highlighting their contributions to governance, technology, and art. You must register for a free account to access this unit.
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Have students create a detailed timeline of the major Chinese dynasties using information from the platform. They can include significant events, technological advances, and key leaders. Use a timeline tool such as Time Graphics Timeline Maker reviewed here or Timelinely reviewed here. Using the platform's maps, students trace the territorial expansions and trade routes of a chosen dynasty, discussing the geographic challenges and advantages they faced. Pair the platform's visuals with a project where students design an artifact (ex.: bronze vessel, Great Wall section, or Terracotta Warrior). They can explain how their artifact reflects the values and innovations of the dynastyYou must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Asia for Educators - Columbia University
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K to 12
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Explore these extensive resources to help teach about Asia's history, culture, and contemporary issues. The site features lesson plans, primary source documents, videos, and timelines...more
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Explore these extensive resources to help teach about Asia's history, culture, and contemporary issues. The site features lesson plans, primary source documents, videos, and timelines of ancient China, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia. It is aligned with K-12 coursework, making it adaptable for various classrooms. It also includes professional development opportunities and strategies for integrating Asian studies into broader curriculums.
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Introduce the Chinese Zodiac. Students learn about the animals and the characteristics of each sign. Have students create masks or drawings of their zodiac animals and share how their traits might influence their personalities. Teach students the history of the Great Wall of China using the website's lesson plans. Have them construct a model of the Wall using craft supplies. Simulate the Silk Road by assigning students roles as traders, buyers, and travelers. Use replica trade goods like silk, spices, or ceramics (real or paper props).Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Khan Academy- Silk Road - Khan Academy
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6 to 12
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The Khan Academy page on The Silk Road explains the importance of this ancient trade route that connected the East and West. It describes how goods, ideas, cultures, and religions ...more
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The Khan Academy page on The Silk Road explains the importance of this ancient trade route that connected the East and West. It describes how goods, ideas, cultures, and religions were shared across different regions. The page includes easy-to-understand text, maps, and pictures to make learning fun and clear. Teachers can use it to help students learn about how people from different places influenced each other in the past. Assign it as reading, or start a class discussion about early globalization.
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Create a classroom simulation where students act as traders along the Silk Road. Assign groups specific goods (ex., silk, spices, glass) and cities, and have them "trade" with each other, considering the challenges of travel, costs, and demand. Divide students into groups to design a mock museum exhibit about the Silk Road. Each group focuses on one aspect: trade goods, religions, technology, or geography. Use digital maps or printed maps to trace the routes of the Silk Road. Have students identify key cities, trade items, and geographical challenges. To enhance learning they can use an online tool such as Google My Maps, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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List of Rulers of China - The Metropolitan Museum of Art
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4 to 12
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"List of Rulers of China" by The Metropolitan Museum of Art outlines the major dynasties of Chinese history, spanning from the unconfirmed Xia Dynasty (ca. 2100-1600 B.C.) to the fall...more
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"List of Rulers of China" by The Metropolitan Museum of Art outlines the major dynasties of Chinese history, spanning from the unconfirmed Xia Dynasty (ca. 2100-1600 B.C.) to the fall of the Qing Dynasty in 1911. Each dynasty is presented with its subperiods, significant rulers, and their reign dates.
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Have students research the historical context of one artifact and present how it reflects the dynasty's culture or achievements. Create mystery "case files" for each dynasty with clues like significant rulers, inventions, cultural contributions, or conflicts, then divide the students into teams and have them identify the dynasty based on the clues. Students can create chronological timelines to visualize the sequence of dynasties and key events. They can use an online tool such as Timeline Infographic Templates, reviewed here or Time Graphics Timeline Maker, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Silk Road Exhibit - American Museum of Natural History
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6 to 12
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The American Museum of Natural History's "Traveling the Silk Road: Educator Resources" provides a wealth of materials for teaching about the history, culture, and significance of the...more
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The American Museum of Natural History's "Traveling the Silk Road: Educator Resources" provides a wealth of materials for teaching about the history, culture, and significance of the Silk Road. This site includes lesson plans, activities, and multimedia resources that explore trade, technology, and cultural exchange along this historic route. Engaging visuals and clear explanations help students connect the past to the present while fostering curiosity about global history. These resources are ideal for middle and high school classrooms to learn about history, geography, and economics all together.
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Show students a map of the Silk Road and have them work in pairs to locate major cities, landmarks, and trade routes. Ask them to predict what goods might have been traded in each region. Present images of artifacts from the Silk Road and have students analyze them in groups. They can discuss what the artifacts reveal about the cultures, trade, and people who used them. Divide the class into groups, each representing a different region along the Silk Road. Have students "trade" goods (using pictures or items) and experience the flow of products, ideas, and culture as they negotiate with other regions.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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An Introduction to Ancient China - Asian Art Museum
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6 to 12
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The Asian Art Museum's "An Introduction to Ancient China" is a helpful resource for teaching about ancient Chinese history and culture. It includes pictures of artifacts, easy-to-understand...more
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The Asian Art Museum's "An Introduction to Ancient China" is a helpful resource for teaching about ancient Chinese history and culture. It includes pictures of artifacts, easy-to-understand information, and lesson ideas. Teachers can find activities and questions to spark discussions and help students connect art, history, and geography. This website is a great way to make learning about ancient civilizations engaging and interesting for students.
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Assign students to research a specific aspect of ancient Chinese culture (such as the Silk Road, Confucianism, or ancient inventions) and present their findings through a slideshow, poster, or oral presentation. Students can use a resource such as Google Slides, reviewed here or Canva reviewed here. Have students design their versions of ancient Chinese artifacts, such as bronze vessels or pottery, using modeling clay or drawing tools. Include explanations of their designs' cultural significance. Create a large map of ancient China and have students label key geographical features and regions mentioned in the resource to understand the connection between geography and culture. Make the maps using Google My Maps, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Ancient Map of Mesopotamia - Brookings School District
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4 to 6
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This map of Mesopotamia can be used to help students visualize the geography of one of the world's earliest civilizations. By examining the map, students can identify key features such...more
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This map of Mesopotamia can be used to help students visualize the geography of one of the world's earliest civilizations. By examining the map, students can identify key features such as the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, the Fertile Crescent, and important city-states like Babylon and Ur. Use it to guide discussions on how geography influenced agriculture, trade, and settlement patterns in Mesopotamia. Additionally, the map could support activities such as labeling exercises, tracing the routes of ancient trade networks, or comparing Mesopotamian geography to modern maps of the Middle East.
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Have students label key features such as the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, the Fertile Crescent, and major cities like Babylon and Ur. Use the map to discuss why civilizations settled near rivers and how the geography of Mesopotamia supported farming, trade, and city growth. Have students trace potential trade routes and discuss how Mesopotamians might have traded goods with neighboring regions. Show students a modern map of the Middle East and compare it to the ancient map. Discuss which modern countries are in the area of ancient Mesopotamia.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Mesopotamia Outline Map - Don Dellinger
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3 to 12
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This Mesopotamian outline map provides a clear visual representation of the region known as the Fertile Crescent, including the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers. Use this resource to help...more
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This Mesopotamian outline map provides a clear visual representation of the region known as the Fertile Crescent, including the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers. Use this resource to help students understand the geographic features that influenced the rise of ancient Mesopotamian civilizations. Students can label key locations such as Sumer, Akkad, and Babylon, trace trade routes, or identify agricultural regions. The map is ideal for lessons on geography, early human settlements, and the development of early societies.
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Draw and analyze ancient trade routes and discuss what goods were traded and how geography influenced commerce. Have students label key rivers, cities, and regions. Assign groups to research cities or regions on the map and present their findings. Discuss how the rivers influenced agriculture, led to the invention of irrigation, or caused environmental challenges.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Mesopotamia Map Activity - Becky Carson
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6 to 8
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The Mesopotamia Map Activity PDF includes a map for students to label major cities, rivers, and kingdoms of Mesopotamia alongside reference pages to provide historical context and geographical...more
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The Mesopotamia Map Activity PDF includes a map for students to label major cities, rivers, and kingdoms of Mesopotamia alongside reference pages to provide historical context and geographical details. The activity promotes an understanding of the region's geography, the Fertile Crescent's significance, and early civilizations' development.
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Have students label and analyze the map to identify key cities, rivers, and regions. Pair the map with lessons on early civilizations, discussing how geography influenced Mesopotamian culture and trade. Combine with writing tasks such as creating a travel guide. Use a tool like SWAY, reviewed here, to quickly create online travel guides. Use the map to create quiz-style challenges such as Quizizz, reviewed here or Gimkit, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Mesopotamia - What is Civilization - Learni
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5 to 12
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Learni's Video on Mesopotamia is a nice presentation about how civilization developed. It is under 9 minutes and discusses irrigation, culture, cuneiform, school, clay/mud making for...more
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Learni's Video on Mesopotamia is a nice presentation about how civilization developed. It is under 9 minutes and discusses irrigation, culture, cuneiform, school, clay/mud making for bricks, religion, class system, and the emperor.
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In the classroom, students can create a map of the land of Mesopotamia using the Mesopotamia Outline Map, reviewed here. Students can debate the most important contribution that Mesopotamia gave to society today or the class system's role in society. Students can use an online debate tool like Kialo Edu reviewed here for discussion. Finally, students can compare and contrast other ancient civilizations.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Mesopotamia for Kids - Happy Learning
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5 to 12
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Use this Happy Learning Video as a quick introduction to Mesopotamia. It is a 4 minute video that shares the history of the origins of Mesopotamia, its importance, and its ...more
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Use this Happy Learning Video as a quick introduction to Mesopotamia. It is a 4 minute video that shares the history of the origins of Mesopotamia, its importance, and its contributions.
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Enhance students' learning by having them label a map of the land of Mesopotamia using the Mesopotamia Outline Map, reviewed here. Students can debate which is the most important contribution that Mesopotamia gave to society today. Finally, students can compare and contrast other ancient civilizations. Compare using a tool such as ClassTools Interactive Venn Diagrams reviewed here. You can click on the right side to choose between a two or three-circle Venn diagram.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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PBS Learning: Know Your Dynasties | The Story of China - PBS Learning: Know Your Dynasties | The Story of China
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3 to 12
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PBS Learning Media's The Story of China is an interactive quiz featuring questions related to the Shang, Tang, Song, Ming, and Qing Dynasties. There are twenty-four questions in the...more
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PBS Learning Media's The Story of China is an interactive quiz featuring questions related to the Shang, Tang, Song, Ming, and Qing Dynasties. There are twenty-four questions in the quiz. Share the quiz via Google Classroom or a link. An account is required to build lessons.
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Students can take the quiz that is provided. Next, have students research the questions they missed. Students can write facts that were shared via the quiz from each of the dynasties. Finally, students can share the new information they learned from the quiz.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Mesopotamia - Twinkl
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6 to 10
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Twinkl's Mesopotamia page offers students a variety of activities about Mesopotamia. Activities include a social classes worksheet, Hammurabi's code writing activity, student response...more
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Twinkl's Mesopotamia page offers students a variety of activities about Mesopotamia. Activities include a social classes worksheet, Hammurabi's code writing activity, student response activity, advancements made in Mesopotamia, and kings of Mesopotamia fact file creation activity. To access the material, you must set up a free account.
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In the classroom, students can complete the activities posted on the website. Additionally, students can develop any of those activities into a book using Book Creator, reviewed here, or a podcast using Podcast Generator, reviewed here. Finally, students can compare and contrast other ancient civilizations using a Venn Diagram tool such as ReadWriteThink Venn Diagram Interactive reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Mesopotamia - Creative Classroom Core's Mesopotamia
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6 to 10
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Creative Classroom Core's Mesopotamia link contains classroom activities for teaching about Mesopotamia. Activities include mapping the Fertile Crescent, a vocabulary scavenger hunt,...more
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Creative Classroom Core's Mesopotamia link contains classroom activities for teaching about Mesopotamia. Activities include mapping the Fertile Crescent, a vocabulary scavenger hunt, and interactive foldable activities. You can access an introduction and website detective activity if you click the link to download the free resources.
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Students can participate in the activities that Creative Classroom Core shares. Students can create a presentation using a tool such as Genially, reviewed here with all the information they learned about Mesopotamia. Finally, students can create a scavenger hunt or digital escape room for other class members to complete. Genially reviewed here also offers free templates to create digital escape rooms.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Ancient Mesopotamia - Code of Hammurabi - Test Quiz - Ducksters
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4 to 8
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Ducksters' page on the Code of Hammurabi provides an engaging resource for introducing students to one of history's oldest legal codes. The page includes an overview of the Code's significance...more
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Ducksters' page on the Code of Hammurabi provides an engaging resource for introducing students to one of history's oldest legal codes. The page includes an overview of the Code's significance in Mesopotamian society and a series of questions designed to test comprehension and encourage critical thinking. Teachers can use this resource to complement lessons on ancient civilizations, justice systems, or ethics. The quiz, which is printable and accompanied by a resource page, is ideal for classroom discussions, homework assignments, or formative assessments.
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Have students read the page as a class or independently in a guided reading activity using eMargin, reviewed here, and discuss the key points, such as the significance of the Code and how it influenced justice systems. Use the quiz questions to guide comprehension. Ask students to write a diary entry or short story from the perspective of a Mesopotamian citizen living under Hammurabi's Code. The students can complete the entries on paper or using a tool like Blogger, reviewed here or ePubEditor, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Mesopotamia Smartboard Review - Not provided
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6 to 12
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This Mesopotamian Smartboard Review Google slide presentation can help students review key facts about ancient Mesopotamia. The slides include maps, pictures of artifacts, links to...more
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This Mesopotamian Smartboard Review Google slide presentation can help students review key facts about ancient Mesopotamia. The slides include maps, pictures of artifacts, links to websites and quizzes, and summaries of important topics like the geography, government, writing, religion, and daily life of Mesopotamians. Teachers can use these slides to guide class discussions, play review games, or ask questions to check students' understanding. Using this presentation in a classroom is a great way to make reviewing fun and easy for students while preparing for a quiz or test.
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Use the information in the slides to create a game using Quizizz, reviewed here or Gimkit, reviewed here that can be used to help review. Have students work in collaborative groups to work through the links on the slides. Have students compare and contrast Mesopotamia with another ancient culture.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Writing - History.com
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This video explains how writing changed ancient civilizations. It shows how systems like cuneiform in Mesopotamia helped people keep records, trade, and run governments. Writing made...more
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This video explains how writing changed ancient civilizations. It shows how systems like cuneiform in Mesopotamia helped people keep records, trade, and run governments. Writing made it easier to organize societies and share ideas, laying the foundation for modern communication. This video is a great way to teach students how important writing has been in shaping history. The video is shown through YouTube, so if your district blocks it, you may not be able to view it.
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Provide students with a simple "cuneiform-like" chart of symbols. Ask them to decode a short message or create their own using the symbols, introducing the idea of early writing systems. After watching, divide students into small groups to research and compare ancient writing systems like cuneiform, hieroglyphics, or early alphabets. They can record their findings in Google Slides, reviewed here or Canva, reviewed here. Challenge students to create a timeline that traces the evolution of writing, starting with cuneiform and moving through significant innovations like the printing press, typewriters, and digital communication using Class Tools,reviewed here or Time Graphics Timeline Maker, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Mesopotamia - History.com
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The History.com page on Mesopotamia provides an engaging overview of one of the world's first civilizations, situated between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. The article explores Mesopotamia's...more
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The History.com page on Mesopotamia provides an engaging overview of one of the world's first civilizations, situated between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. The article explores Mesopotamia's key contributions, including the development of cuneiform, the wheel, and legal systems like the Code of Hammurabi. It also highlights the region's cultural achievements, such as monumental architecture like ziggurats, and its influence on future civilizations. The page includes visuals and related resources, making it a valuable tool for teachers to introduce students to the history of ancient Mesopotamia and its lasting impact on the modern world. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
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Have students construct a model ziggurat using building blocks, sugar cubes, or cardboard and discuss their purpose in Mesopotamian society. Provide students with clay or playdough and wooden sticks to practice creating cuneiform symbols. Use examples from the article to guide students, encouraging them to write simple messages or their names in "Mesopotamian writing." Ask students to compare Mesopotamia with another ancient civilization (e.g., Egypt or Indus Valley).Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The First Emperor of Babylon - History Explained
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The video "The First Emperor of Babylon | Hammurabi | Ancient Mesopotamia Documentary" explores the life and legacy of Hammurabi, one of ancient Mesopotamia's most influential rulers....more
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The video "The First Emperor of Babylon | Hammurabi | Ancient Mesopotamia Documentary" explores the life and legacy of Hammurabi, one of ancient Mesopotamia's most influential rulers. It covers his rise to power, the unification of Babylon, and the development of his famous law code, which helped maintain order in his empire. The documentary provides insights into his leadership, military campaigns, and contributions to government and justice, shaping the history of Babylon and the wider region. If your district blocks YouTube, then the video may not be viewable.
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Students can complete a timeline of Hammurabi's reign using Class Tools, reviewed here or Timelinely, reviewed here. In groups, students could create a skit depicting Hammurabi's leadership, military campaigns, and lawmaking process. Compare Hammurabi's law code with modern legal systems, discussing similarities and differences using Canva's Venn Diagram Creator, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Ancient Mesopotamia 101 - National Geographic
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View this video for a quick and clear summary of the Persian Empire's history. It covers important leaders like Cyrus the Great and Darius I, explains how they ruled such ...more
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View this video for a quick and clear summary of the Persian Empire's history. It covers important leaders like Cyrus the Great and Darius I, explains how they ruled such a large empire using satrapies (regional governors), and shows their cultural and architectural achievements. The video uses easy-to-follow narration and helpful visuals, making it an excellent resource for students learning about ancient civilizations. However, if your school blocks YouTube, you may be unable to access the video and might need to find another way to share the content.
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Have students create a timeline of major events mentioned in the video, such as the rise of Cyrus the Great, the construction of the Royal Road, and the fall of the empire, using Time Graphics Timeline Maker, reviewed here or Timelinely, reviewed here. Have students compare the Persian Empire with other ancient empires, such as the Roman or Mauryan Empires. They can create a Venn diagram or write a short essay on similarities and differences.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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