Category Archives: ancient civilizations

Ancient Greece

Ancient Greek civilization is an exciting and intriguing part of our history. The Ancient Greeks made many contributions to society from government and sports to architecture and literature. While students will never get to experience first hand the customs and … Continue reading

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Ancient Egypt

This post discusses resources for the second grade Virginia SOL 2.1. In this unit, students learn about the contributions that ancient Egypt has made to the modern world. Specifically, students study how Egypt helped to develop, and influenced, writing, architecture … Continue reading

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Teaching Children about Ancient China

In second grade, students study ancient civilizations. One of these civilizations is ancient China. Students learn about the architecture, inventions, and written language of China (SOL 2.1). The resources provided below will activate background knowledge, support instruction, and capture student … Continue reading

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Teaching Ancient Greece

Introduction The Ancient Greeks were one of the two groups of people who made significant contribution to society in terms of architecture, government, and sports. The Ancient Greeks have influenced the lives of people today. Books that I chose start … Continue reading

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Teaching Ancient Egypt Through Literature: You Wouldn’t Want to be a Pyramid Builder

You Wouldn't Want to be a Pyramid Builder by Jacqueline Morley with illustrations by David Antram is a one-of-a-kind book in the series You Wouldn't Want To Be.  This book takes children into the world of Ancient Egypt by putting … Continue reading

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Teaching Ancient Civilization with Children’s Literature: The Desert Is Theirs

Summary: The Desert Is Theirs, written by Byrd Baylor and illustrated by Peter Parnall talks about the close relationship of people, animals and how they share the land. The author addresses the many aspects of living in the desert from … Continue reading

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Teaching Ancient Civilizations with Children’s Literature: Castle Under Attack

Introduction and Summary Castle Under Attack written by Nicola Baxter and illustrated by Roger Harris is a book that paints a fascinating picture of everyday life in the Middle Ages.  This historical fiction story uses Lego characters to make reading … Continue reading

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Teaching Ancient Civilizations with Children’s Literature: Egyptian Diary: The Journal of Nakht

Introduction and Summary Egyptian Diary: The Journal of Nakht written by Richard Platt and illustrated by David Parkins,  follows the life of nine-year-old Nakht, who has just moved with his family to Memphis where his father has a prestigious new … Continue reading

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Teaching Ancient Civilizations with Children’s Literature: Mansa Musa: The Lion of Mali

 Introduction and Summary  Mansa Musa:  The Lion of Mali, by Khephra Burns,  tells the story of young Kankan Musa, who vanishes from his village in Mali after slave traders kidnap him.  His mother and brothers were devastated.  Kankan was only … Continue reading

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Teaching Ancient Civilizations With Children’s Literature: Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People’s Ears

Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People’s Ears written by Verna Aardema and illustrated by Leo and Diane Dillon is a West Africa folk tale explaining the reason why mosquitoes buzz in people’s ears. One day, while Iguana is at the watering … Continue reading

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