4th Grade Ancient History Resources
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LESSON PLANS
"Two Travelers and the Bear": A Lesson on Aesop's Fable
Use a lesson that provides students with an opportunity to recognize cause-and-effect relationships in a fable by Aesop.SubjectsLiteratureAncient CivilizationsReading and Literature -
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"The Grasshopper and the Owl": A Fable by Aesop
Use a lesson that provides students with an opportunity to draw conclusions using one of Aesop's enjoyable fables.…SubjectsReadingReading ComprehensionLiterature -
WORKSHEETS
Alexander the Great
In this activity about ancient Greece, students learn key facts about Alexander the Great—one of the most famous…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAncient HistoryRulers (Persons) -
WORKSHEETS
Mythology Activity Sheets
Get students excited about ancient history with these printable worksheets for Mythology: The Gods, Heroes, and Monsters…Subjects:LiteratureAncient CivilizationsWorld History -
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The Donkey and the Dog
Use a lesson that provides students with an opportunity to compare and contrast by observing and analyzing…SubjectsLiteratureAncient CivilizationsReading and Literature -
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History of Ancient Greece Quiz
Test students' knowledge of ancient Greece with this multiple-choice history quiz. This printable includes questions…Subjects:Ancient GreeceAncient HistorySocial Studies and History -
TEACHING RESOURCE
The Mayan Empire Vocabulary
Vocabulary associated with the "Mayan Empire" lesson.Subjects:VocabularyAncient CivilizationsMexican History and Hispanic Heritage -
WORKSHEETS
Heroes in Greek Mythology
In this mythology activity, students read two stories about Greek heroes: The Twelve Labors of Hercules and Perseus &…Subjects:Ancient CivilizationsWorld HistoryAncient History -
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Beginnings of Ancient China Mini-Lesson -- PowerPoint Slideshow
Give students a general introduction to the beginning of the world's oldest continuous civilization-ancient China-with…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAncient HistoryChina -
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The Ancient Greek World
Introduce students to the people and history of ancient Greece, from the Bronze Age to the Hellenistic Age. This…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAncient HistoryAncient Greece -
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'Ology Activity Sheets
This packet of worksheets includes fun activities about ancient Egypt, Greek mythology, dragons, pirates, monsters, and…Subjects:Ancient CivilizationsAncient HistorySocial Studies and History -
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A World of City-States
After learning about city-states and the ancient Greek world, have students label the map in this printable and complete…Subjects:Ancient GreeceAncient HistorySocial Studies and History -
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Beginnings of Ancient China Word Power
Students can practice vocabulary relevant to ancient China by reading the definition and using the word in a sentence…Subjects:Earthquake in China, April 2013EarthquakesGeology -
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Flat Stanley's Worldwide Adventures #2: The Great Egyptian Grave Robbery Teaching Guide
Enhance pupils' reading experience with this teaching guide to Flat Stanley's Worldwide Adventures #2: The Great…Subjects:Ancient CivilizationsAncient HistorySocial Studies and History -
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City-States in Ancient Greece
Learn key facts about Athens, Sparta, and other city-states in ancient Greece by reading this printable.Subjects:Ancient GreeceAncient HistorySocial Studies and History -
ASSESSMENT
The Mayan Empire Rubric
Assessment tool to be used with the "Mayan Empire" lesson.Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAncient HistoryHistoric Empires -
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Learning About Voice Through Photographs Assessment
Assessment that aligns with the "Learning About Voice Through Photographs" lesson.Subjects:SpeechAncient CivilizationsWorld History -
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Egyptian Hieroglyphs on the Internet
In this computer lesson, students use the Internet to research hieroglyphs. Then they use a word processing program to…Subjects:Ancient EgyptAncient HistorySocial Studies and History -
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Ancient Egypt: The Age of the Pharaohs Mini-Lesson -- PowerPoint Slideshow
Introduce the defining characteristics of ancient Egypt, including pharaohs and pyramids, with these PowerPoint…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAncient HistoryAncient Egypt -
BOOK GUIDES
The Ghost in the Tokaido Inn
The Ghost in the Tokaido Inn is an award-nominated mystery that takes place in 18th-century Japan. These ideas and…Subjects:LiteratureHistorical FictionEarthquake & Tsunami in Japan, March 2011 -
ACTIVITIES
The Ancient Mayan City of Tikal Checklist
Use this assessment tool with the lesson "The Ancient Mayan City of Tikal."Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAncient HistoryWorld History -
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Instant Expert: Ancient Greece
Become an instant expert on ancient Greece. Find motivational mini-lessons and the reference material you need to…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAncient HistoryAncient Greece -
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The Founding of Rome
Interesting facts and fun activities related to the founding of the city of Rome.Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAncient HistoryHistoric Empires -
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What Would the Greek Gods Say?
Present a lesson that will help improve students' computer skills while teaching them Greek mythology. Students research…Subjects:MythologyAncient HistoryLanguage Arts and Writing
