Have students review key concepts and vocabulary from ancient world history including river valley civilizations and early man Ancient Greece through the Renaissance. Good for any grade that is studying ancient civilizations. All vocabulary entries have students create key word associations and id...

Ancient Civilizations is often one of the first history courses your middle or high school students encounter so you should to teach foundationally.

The Ancient Indus Valley Civilization is full of mysteries and surprises. Recent excavations have revealed ten fascinating facts about this ancient civilization, the presence of a writing system, advanced city-planning, and evidence of trade with other civilizations.

This study raises that difficult and complicated question on a broad front, taking into account the expressions and attitudes of a wide variety of Greek, Roman, Jewish, and early Christian sources, including Herodotus, Polybius, Cicero, Philo, and Paul. It approaches the topic of ethnicity through the lenses of the ancients themselves rather than through the imposition of modern categories, labels, and frameworks. A central issue guides the course of the work: did ancient writers reflect upon collective identity as determined by common origins and lineage or by shared traditions and culture?Author: Erich S. GruenISBN-10: 3110684780ISBN-13: 9783110684780Publisher: de GruyterLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/21/2020Pages: 276Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.15lbsSize: 9.10h x 6.10w x 0.90d

James Clackson's new book looks at what language use can tell us about ancient societies.

Making a connection to the past through hands-on learning helps a child to remember what he has learned and develop critical thinking skills.

But throughout time and across cultures, shaving, beard trimming, and even hairstyling carried heavy cultural meaning for men.

More than 2,000 years ago ancient medicine was used to help with overall well-being, and cure illnesses. Not much has changed over the years as people of present day are still using yoga, acupuncture, oils, and reflexology.

Gender in the Ancient Near East is a wide-ranging study through text and art that presents our current understanding of gender constructs in ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt, Anatolia, Cyprus, and the Levant, and incorporates current trends in gender theory. Budin begins with definitions of sex and gender in modern society and scholarship before exploring ancient Near Eastern understandings of these concepts. Readers are then guided through sources in translation in order to understand how the denizens of the ancient Near East understood notions of femininity, masculinity, and other, with a final chapter considering how modern notions of hetero- and homosexuality apply to the ancient world. The volume also explores how these concepts are portrayed in ancient art and material culture through accompanying photographs and illustrations. The overview of both Near Eastern history and contemporary gender theory allows readers unfamiliar with the material easily to approach the subject and draw meaningful conclusions. Gender in the Ancient Near East offers a comprehensive and engaging introduction to the subject for students of the ancient Near East and of gender in the ancient world. It is also of interest to those working in gender studies and queer studies. 72 Halftones, black and white; 72 Illustrations, black and white

Told from the perspective of a young girl learning to weave, Woven of the World is a lyrical meditation on the ancient art of weaving and what this beautiful craft can teach us.As rhythmic as the swish of a loom, and as vibrant as a skein of brightly dyed wool, this lyrical picture book shares the history and practice of weaving through the centuries and around the world, as imagined by a young weaver learning her craft. Her family's weaving practice helps her feel connected to the past and hopeful for the future. It shows her that each of us is a tapestry: a unique, rich, and beautifully interwoven combination of traits and traditions, with a pattern that is still emerging.At once a celebration of a time-honored art and a meditation on the ways we are interconnected, this artfully woven narrative gathers the threads of weaving as a technical skill, a cultural tradition, and as a metaphor for how our lives are knit together, into a radiantly intertwined whole.WEAVING AROUND THE WORLD: The vignettes in this book give just a few glimpses into the world's countless weaving traditions. They highlight milestone moments in history, as well as ongoing, contemporary artistry. From the nomadic Fulani of West Africa to the Coastal Salish of North America, and from Uzbekistan to Peru to Egypt, this lush picture book celebrates eight moments in weaving history around the world.GORGEOUS READ-ALOUD: This lyrical picture book is written in perfect rhyme, making it a satisfying read-aloud. The lush and eye-catching illustrations are filled with an abundance of decorative detail on every page, making it a rewarding re-read.WEAVING AS A METAPHOR FOR LIFE: When weaving, there is uncertainty about how the pattern will unfold—just as there is uncertainty about how our lives will unfold.INFORMATIVE BACKMATTER: Back matter includes nonfiction content on the history of weaving, how weaving works, as well as an Author's and Illustrator's Note. Hardcover |  44 pages

Print culture refers to the cultural transformation around the world, brought about through the gradual shift from oration to script from the ancient times to the present. Read here in detail how it evolved.

History has its fair share of mysteries! Some of these ancient secrets can be easily unraveled through these oldest cave paintings across the world!

In 7 Wonders: Architects, 2-7 players race to become a leader of the ancient world by completing an architectural wonder that will last through the ages. Players receive an unconstructed wonder at the beginning of the game and must collect resources to build their society, develop military might to navigate conflicts, oversee resource management, research science improvements, and collect civil victory points as they race to leave their mark on world history. Our review and recommendation A fast paced game suitable for the family. It's a race to finish your monument, and collect the most points by using card combos. Fairly simple rules, interesting element for card drawing, where you draw from a deck shared by your opponents on your left or right. Plays best at 4 or more players. No need to know about the original 7 wonders, this is a completely different game just sharing a similar theme and art work. Easy to learn and play, quick to setup. We recommend it and rank this game a 7 / 10.

A visual catalog of our quintessential quest to understand the cosmos and our place in it.

Dive into the epic tale of Ninurta's Return to Nippur, a captivating Sumerian myth that celebrates the heroism of Ninurta.

Every travel journalist has a few places that he or she keeps quiet—unexpected finds that have become secret favorites, staples of their little black (traveling) book that are off-duty destinations. So we asked the Condé Nast Traveler team to spill and share those finds, whether restaurants, hotels, towns, or even a lighthouse.

Kids will have fun learning about The Revenge of Ishtar in this fun, hands on Mesopotamia History Unit. This is great for kids of all ages.

The initial idea was to write about medieval knights and the way how their “clumsy” suit of armor works. I will definitely talk more on this topic in future articles. One of the reasons why this…

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This interactive notebook includes everything you need to teach a unit on Ancient China in an engaging way! This resource covers the Xia Dynasty(2100-1600 BCE) through the Qin Dynasty (221-206 BCE). The organizers in this resource can be used on their own, or as a supplement to student note. Interactive notebooks are a great tool to keep students organized and engaged in the lesson! ------------------------------------------------ This product is also part of a BUNDLE of other ancient history interactive notebooks! Save 20% on all of the interactive notebooks when you buy the bundle! Are you interested in this resource, but aren’t sure if it’s for you? Check out my Ancient World History Sampler FREEBIE to get a glimpse of what this resource is all about! ------------------------------------------------ In this resource you will find... • 16 graphic organizers: 16 with text on them, and 2 left blank for your own customization. • 7 maps: one blank map of China, a map of the two major rivers of Ancient China, a map of the Gobi Desert, a map of the Taklamakan Desert, a map of the Himalaya mountains, a map of the silk road, and a map of the Great Wall of China • 4 1/2 pages of thorough suggested answers that you are free to use with these graphic organizers and flippables. • Previews of each page in action for you or your students to reference. • A cover page and table of contents is also included. ------------------------------------------------ Material Covered 1. Key vocabulary - mandate of heaven, aging dynasty, feudal system, loess, calligraphy, dynastic cycle, the Analects, filial piety, alchemy, acupuncture, cultural diffusion, three ways 2. Geography - Yellow & Yangtze Rivers 3. The Gobi and Taklamakan Deserts - image and information 4. The Himalaya Mountains - image and information 5. The Chinese Dynasties - Xia, Shang, Zhou, Qin, Han, Six Dynasties, Sui, Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, Qing 6. The Xia Dynasty - history, government, culture, debate 7. The Shang Dynasty - history, government, writing, oracle bones 8. The Zhou Dynasty - history, government, religion, western vs. eastern Zhou 9. Decentralization and War - the Spring & Autumn Period and the Warring States Period 10. The Qin Dynasty - history, government, economy, architecture 11. The Silk Road - image and information 12. The Great Wall of China - image and information 13. The Terracotta Army - the tomb, the soldiers, discovery 14. Ancient Chinese Inventions - silk, paper, printing, gunpowder, the compass, the umbrella, porcelain, the wheelbarrow 15. Daily life in Ancient China - work, family life, women, education 16. Chinese religion - Taoism, Confucianism, Buddhism 17. The Chinese calendar - rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, sheep, monkey, rooster, dog, pig Please view the preview for an in-depth look at what is included in this resource! ------------------------------------------------ Check out my other interactive notebooks! Ancient World History Ancient World History Interactive Notebook BUNDLE Ancient Greece Ancient Rome Ancient Egypt Ancient Mesopotamia Ancient India ------------------------------------------------ Connect with me on social media! Instagram: Click here Facebook: Click here Pinterest: Click here Tips for customers! Click the ★ on the right to follow my store and be notified of new products! If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about the download please email me at [email protected] prior to leaving feedback. I will be more than happy to make any changes or corrections that are needed! Positive feedback on TpT is welcome and loved! You can also earn credits toward future purchases when you leave feedback on paid items! To learn how to earn credit toward your next TpT purchase, click here!

Mark Kurlansky’s “SALT: A World History” offers an intriguing look at how salt has influenced human civilisation over time. The book, which was published in 2002, explores how salt has influenced…

ΔΕΙΤΕ ΚΙ’ΑΛΛΑ ΕΡΓΑ ΕΔΩ Ο Νικηφόρος Λύτρας (Πύργος Τήνου 1832 – Αθήνα 13 Ιουνίου 1904) ήταν ένας από τους μεγαλύτερους έλληνες ζωγράφους και δασκάλους της ζωγραφικής κατά τον 19ο αιώνα. Θεωρεί…

A beautiful map from the time when symbolic cartography was giving way to the Age of Discovery

Creon seems technically right, but Antigone's defiance teaches us a crucial lesson about mankind and our place in the world that we disregard at our peril.

When you imagine a medieval man or woman, what do you see? Foul teeth? Greasy hair? Dirty, bumpy skin? Hairy armpits and sweat stench? Well, for some of them, this might have been true. For some pe…

Ziggurats were ancient towering, stepped architecture structures built in the ancient Mesopotamian Valley and the western Iranian plateau.

In the hands-on Silk Road game, players travel the Marco Polo Silk Road through dangerous deserts to far cities. Can they trade for a profit back in Venice?

Free, Printable Montessori-Inspired cards for helping kids learn important historical figures from Ancient Rome.

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