Curated OER
Vertical Thinking
Students explore the inventions and innovations of skyscraper engineering as a part of architecture analysis. In this architecture analysis lesson, students research the inventions, innovations, architects, and engineers of skyscrapers....
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Art History: Ancient Art and Civilizations: Ziggurat of Ur
History of the Ziggurat of Ur, c. 2100 BC Located in Tell el-Mukayyar, Iraq. Includes links to additional information.
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Classics Technology Center: Ancient Mesopotamia
This site from the Classics Technology Center provides materials concerning ancient Mesopotamia collected through teacher collaboration. Focuses on geography, religion, economics, clothing, and achievements. Also includes classroom...
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: Ancient Western Asia Mesopotamia
This history site offers a wonderful lecture on Mesopotamian civilizations and culture. Includes links within the lecture to in-depth explanations of important ideas and people such as Cuneiform and Hannibal.
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International World History Project: The City of Ur
At this site learn about the religion, leaders, and excavated ruins of Ur. This article from the International World History Project overviews important dates and events and provides a brief look into the prosperity and achievements of...
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Ctc: Mesopotamia: Classroom Activities and Resources
Wonderful examples of student work and lessons on ancient Mesopotamia. Great way to generate ideas among students and teachers for projects.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Art History: Ziggurat of Ur
Photograph of partially restored Ziggurat of Ur, c. 2100 B.C.E. Located at Tell el-Mukayyar, Iraq.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Art History: Ziggurat of Ur
Photograph of Ziggurat of Ur, c. 2100 B.C.E., located at Tell el-Mukayyar, Iraq.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Art History: Ziggurat of Ur
Photograph of Ziggurat of Ur, c. 2100 B.C.E., with excavation workers. Located at Tell el-Mukayyar, Iraq.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Quiz: The Ziggurat of Mesopotamia for Kids
History Questions: The Ziggurat Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
Ducksters
Ducksters: Ancient Mesopotamia: The Ziggurat
Kids learn about the ziggurats from Ancient Mesopotamia on this site. Explore the tall step pyramids at the center of each town built for their gods.