4th Grade Ancient History Handouts

Use this free resource during your discussions of the famous games which began in ancient Greece. The 2022 Winter Games will be held in Beijing, China, in February.

Check out these resources:

1. Learn about the History of the Famous Games of Ancient Greece with this fun/informative webquest: History of the Ancient Games of Ancient Greece

2. Learn about the country of France, host country for the 2024 Summer Games: https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/FRANCE-a-Webquest-Part-of-my-Country-in-Focus-Series-11641940

3. Learn about the country of Greece, where the famous games originated with this webquest. There are also comprehension questions and extension activities:Learn about the country of Greece!

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Great for an INTERACTIVE NOTEBOOK. Give the students the factoids and have them do one or more of the extension activities.

Some Fun Facts about King Tut! Use with a study of Egypt, around Halloween or for November 4th, King Tut Day!

If you are looking for additional resources on Egypt, perhaps, you may find these of interest:

1. Play on King Tut(Lots of information on mummies and the most famous mummy of all!) Wrapping with a Mummy: King Tut, a Reader's Theater Script

2. Learn about a WOMAN that was Pharaoh of ancient Egypt: Reading passage/did you know and extension activities: Hatshepsut, First Female PHARAOH

3. Review activity: Mystery Message solved using key vocabulary words about Egypt: Egyptian Secret Message Review Activity

5. Kids love mummies. Great for Halloween time(or for a unit of study on ancient Egypt) Learn all about mummies of the world. Included: Bog Mummies, Otzi, Chinchorro Mummies, Taklamakan Desert Mummies, Egyptian Mummies and more. 12 informative text questions/comprehension questions/extension activities, key, fun facts.MUMMIES, A Webquest!

6. Reading Passage on Ramses the Great: Comprehension questions, did you know, extension activities: Ramses the Great!

Other FREEBIES:

1. BOOK Fun Facts(great for National Library Day, 4/15 and Library of Congress Day, 4/24: Book Fun Facts

2.Earth Day Freebie: Earth Day Freebie

3. Women' s History Month Freebie: Women's History Month Freebie

4. Black History Month Freebie: Black History Month Freebie

5. Pumpkin Facts: Pumpkin Fun Facts

6. Amazing Mummy Facts: Amazing Mummy Facts

7. Amazing Chinese New Year Factoids: Chinese New Year Factoids

8. April Fools’ Day Freebie: April Fools’ Day Freebie

9.Amazing Presidential Fun Facts: Presidential Factoids

Transform your teaching approach with our engaging digital PDF resource, crafted to inspire students in 2nd-5th grade. This comprehensive guide explores Aristotle’s profound insights through relatable examples, making it perfect for a single classroom session. Instill a love for wisdom and critical thinking in your students with this practical and inspiring tool.

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• Age-Appropriate Content: Tailored for kids aged 8+, presenting Aristotle’s timeless quotes in a relatable and engaging manner.

• Timeless Wisdom: Introduce thought-provoking quotes like, “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” This quote serves as a gateway to discussions on habits and the pursuit of excellence.

• Cause and Effect Analysis: Each quote is accompanied by clear examples of cause-and-effect relationships, helping students connect Aristotle’s teachings to real-life scenarios.

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Elevate Your Classroom: This PDF is a treasure trove for educators, offering valuable content that is both educational and engaging. It’s a fantastic way to bring Aristotle’s wisdom into your classroom, fostering a richer, more thoughtful learning environment. Your students will enjoy learning and develop essential life skills that extend beyond the classroom.

This word sleuth will provide your students/children with a fun journey through Greek Mythology with key vocabulary words. It can be done in class, centers, or as a fun homework assignment.

Word sleuth is in PPTX format along with the answer key.

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**Ignite Curiosity with Our Socrates-Inspired Reading Resource (mini Lesson)! **Step into the world of educational adventure with our Socrates reading resource, designed specifically for English reading strategy classes for students aged 8 and up. This dynamic PDF is perfect for transforming short teaching sessions into engaging explorations that inspire curiosity and critical thinking.

What You’ll Love About This Resource:

• Bite-Sized Wisdom: Featuring five snappy quotes from Socrates, each carefully selected to encourage students to dive into the realms of wisdom and self-discovery.

• Critical Thinking: Quotes like “The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing” foster humility and open-mindedness, sparking conversations about what it means to be wise.

• Curiosity Boost: Designed to inspire young minds to think critically, ask questions, and explore ideas beyond the classroom.

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• Age Appropriateness: Perfect for students aged 8-12+, with content that introduces complex ideas in a simple and engaging way.

• Teaching Duration: Ideal for short sessions, making it easy to integrate into your lesson plans.

• Discussion Prompts: Each quote serves as a starting point for classroom discussions on critical thinking, self-awareness, and wisdom.

• Interactive Learning: Encourages students to reflect on the meaning behind each quote, fostering a deeper connection to the content.

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• Easy to Implement: This print-friendly PDF is designed for quick and easy use in both in-person and online classes.

• Encourages Independent Thought: With Socrates’ wisdom as a guide, this resource helps students think for themselves and engage with complex ideas in an age-appropriate way.

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• Fosters Self-Discovery: Students will explore ideas of wisdom, humility, and self-awareness, helping them grow not just as learners but as individuals.

• Interactive Engagement: By reflecting on Socrates’ quotes, students can relate these timeless ideas to their own experiences, making learning both personal and engaging.

• Curiosity and Critical Thinking: This resource motivates students to question, reflect, and think deeply—essential skills for academic success.

Pages: 7 (including Terms of Use & Get to Know us pages).

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• Socrates Quotes for Students

• Critical Thinking for Young Learners

• Encouraging Curiosity in the Classroom

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• Classroom Discussions on Philosophy

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• Fostering Independent Thought

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• Curriculum Enhancement with Socratic Wisdom

Unlock the Power of Socrates’ Wisdom in your classroom today! With this resource, you’ll inspire your students to think deeply, question the world, and explore the joy of learning.

Use this free resource during your discussions of the famous games which began in ancient Greece. The 2022 Winter Games will be held in Beijing, China, in February.

Check out these resources:

1. Learn about the History of the Famous Games of Ancient Greece with this fun/informative webquest: History of the Ancient Games of Ancient Greece

2. Learn about the country of France, host country for the 2024 Summer Games: https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/FRANCE-a-Webquest-Part-of-my-Country-in-Focus-Series-11641940

3. Learn about the country of Greece, where the famous games originated with this webquest. There are also comprehension questions and extension activities:Learn about the country of Greece!

Check out my website for teachers/kids:Gail's Website for Teachers/Kids

Please consider following my TeachShare Store. Click follow by my photograph. Thank you.

Great for an INTERACTIVE NOTEBOOK. Give the students the factoids and have them do one or more of the extension activities.

Some Fun Facts about King Tut! Use with a study of Egypt, around Halloween or for November 4th, King Tut Day!

If you are looking for additional resources on Egypt, perhaps, you may find these of interest:

1. Play on King Tut(Lots of information on mummies and the most famous mummy of all!) Wrapping with a Mummy: King Tut, a Reader's Theater Script

2. Learn about a WOMAN that was Pharaoh of ancient Egypt: Reading passage/did you know and extension activities: Hatshepsut, First Female PHARAOH

3. Review activity: Mystery Message solved using key vocabulary words about Egypt: Egyptian Secret Message Review Activity

5. Kids love mummies. Great for Halloween time(or for a unit of study on ancient Egypt) Learn all about mummies of the world. Included: Bog Mummies, Otzi, Chinchorro Mummies, Taklamakan Desert Mummies, Egyptian Mummies and more. 12 informative text questions/comprehension questions/extension activities, key, fun facts.MUMMIES, A Webquest!

6. Reading Passage on Ramses the Great: Comprehension questions, did you know, extension activities: Ramses the Great!

Other FREEBIES:

1. BOOK Fun Facts(great for National Library Day, 4/15 and Library of Congress Day, 4/24: Book Fun Facts

2.Earth Day Freebie: Earth Day Freebie

3. Women' s History Month Freebie: Women's History Month Freebie

4. Black History Month Freebie: Black History Month Freebie

5. Pumpkin Facts: Pumpkin Fun Facts

6. Amazing Mummy Facts: Amazing Mummy Facts

7. Amazing Chinese New Year Factoids: Chinese New Year Factoids

8. April Fools’ Day Freebie: April Fools’ Day Freebie

9.Amazing Presidential Fun Facts: Presidential Factoids

Make using and working with symbolism collaborative, fun and educational (Meets CCSS) with this interactive writing project that focuses on 850 B.C. and the discovery of the Snake Circle: Includes: 1. KWL Chart 2. Extra Resources: Take a tour of Ancient Greece, learn about the lives of adults and children, and watch videos to understand the time period of 850 B.C. 3. Uncover its origin: The Snake Circle object came from the days of Homer, so explore its meaning with the use of two symbolism sheets. 4. Discuss and interpret the Snake Circle shield handout. 5. Write stories: choose a genre; then Peer Workshop essays 6. Color the shields--review students' colorful examples 7. Display for all to enjoy! Comes with: handouts to complete writings, students' samples, and class project photos. Everything needed for writing fun! Excellent for teaching how to interpret and use symbolism, reinforce concepts and skills, and working with multigenres. Combination of historical technology resources with writing and using literal concepts.

This word sleuth will provide your students/children with a fun journey through Greek Mythology with key vocabulary words. It can be done in class, centers, or as a fun homework assignment.

Word sleuth is in PPTX format along with the answer key.

If you and your students/children, enjoy this activity, please go to your purchases and let me a review.

Tina

Big Easy Homeschooling Mom

Please follow me on social media: linktr.ee/tidewindacademy

Ancient Greek Mythology: Comic Strip & Prompt

SS.6.W.3.5 Achievements and contributions of ancient Greek civilization

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SS.6.W.3.5

Summarize the important achievements and contributions of ancient Greek civilization.

Mythology Stories: 5

Subject Area: Social Studies Grade: 6

Strand: World History

Standard: Recognize significant events, figures, and contributions of classical civilizations (Phoenicia, Greece, Rome, Axum). Date Adopted or Revised: 02/14

Status: State Board Approved

SS.6.C.1.1 & 1.2

5 terrifying tales from Greek mythology

I can statement: I can explain the development of Athenian Democracy, Empire, and Greek culture

Directions: Use the stories from http://www.ngkids.co.uk/history/Greek-Myths to illustrate these 5 tales. Greek myths were a huge part of the religion in Ancient Greece, and offer a glimpse into the lives of the ancient people who told them. Check out five of these fascinating Greek myths below, and meet the people-eating, fire-breathing beasts and the heroes who battled them!

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