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The Great Debate--Hellenism, Judaism, and Luke 10:27
Students work in teams to establish the viewpoint of Biblical characters and debate aspects of the Hellenistic view versus the views of the Christian and Jewish people. In this Hellenism and Judaism lesson plan, students assume the...
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A Trip Back In Time
Students develop an understanding of Ancient Greek life. Students explore cultural, political, and social processes that shape different city-states. Students discover people such as Socrates and Alexander the Great.
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The Great Lighthouse at Alexandria
Students read and research about Alexandria's Great Lighthouse. In this Greek architecture lesson, students create a timeline of events in Alexandria, and design a lighthouse. Students research lighthouses online and write a report.
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Ancient Greece Word Search
In this Ancient Greece word search, learners identify words related to Ancient Greece, A list of 60 words is provided. An answer sheet is available.
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The Odyssey of a CoinC
High schoolers create a fictitious newspaper article to document the travels of an ancient Greek coin. They evaluate the economic conditions that existed in ancient Greece and analyze the impact Alexander the Great had on the ancient world.
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Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome Unit Plan
Students make two T charts, one for Sparta and one for Athens, showing pros and cons for living in either city-state. They use the physical information from the map and the cultural captions given for Athens and Sparts to come to their...
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Humor, Philosophy, and Religion
Philosophy and religion are the topics of this presentation, though humor is what ties them together. Providing many examples of humor in different religions (Evangelism, Buddhism, Mormonism) and from different philosophers (Plato,...
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Persian War Defeated and Persepolis Goes Up In Flames
In this Persian War and Persepolis instructional activity, students read 2 passages about each and then answer short answer, multiple choice, and matching questions. Students answer 14 questions each.
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HANUKKAH: A Mini-Unit
Young scholars engage in a variety of activities concerning the holiday of Hanukkah. The use of brainstorming important to generate ideas and tap prior knowledge. They move from brainstorming to a choice of other activities.
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Studies of the Ancient World
Sixth graders, after taking a pretest, write a paragraph describing the difference between Athens and Sparta and write an article about the ancient Phoenicians, describing their contributions to world history. They compare democracy in...
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Hellenistic World
In this Classical period learning exercise, students read over 2 pages of notes about Hellenistic culture and then highlight the important details.
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: Power Point: Alexander the Great
PowerPoint presentation includes 50 slides with pictures, maps and information for students to learn about Alexander the Great's life and conquest.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Alexander the Great
Overview of the history of Alexander the Great tells us about his early life, conquests, and his death. Site contains activities, worksheets, and quizzes.
Art Institute of Chicago
Art Institute of Chicago: Alexander Coin
Examine a coin portrait of Alexander the Great struck after his death as a commemoration. Also view two accompanying video clips that provide useful background information about Alexander and about the history of coins used in the...
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The Eras and Sculptures in Greek History: The Hellenistic Age
Describes the main features of the Hellenistic Age in ancient Greece, which began during the reign of Alexander the Great. Also examines Hellenistic sculpture and the different styles and influences.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Coin of Alexander the Great
Coin of Alexander the Great. Alexander, at the time of his father's death, was in his twentieth year, having been born in B.C. 356. - Smith, 1882
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Coin of Alexander the Great
Alexander the Great's head on a silver coin of Lysimachus in 321-281 B.C.
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Student Reader: Hellenic vs Hellenistic Civilization
Explains the differences between the Hellenic and Hellenistic ages. The Hellenic age was prior to the time of Alexander the Great, and the Hellenistic age followed it.
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Eternal Egypt: Head of Alexander the Great
The remains of the head of a portrait-statue in white marble of Alexander the Great in Greek style. The nose and the chin are chipped.
Famous Scientists
Famous Scientists: Aristotle
A detailed biography of Aristotle (384-322 BC). Discusses his early life, his education, his relationship with Alexander the Great as tutor, the breadth of his work in various science disciplines, the school he established in Athens, and...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Alexander the Great
(356 B.C.-323 B.C.) Greek leader
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Metropolitan Museum of Art: Art of the Hellenistic Age and the Hellenistic Tradition
The Metropolitan Museum of Art offers a slideshow presentation of Hellenistic art.
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Diogenes
An extensive biography of Diogenes, his travels, and beliefs.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Alexander the Great
The Greek king of Macedon.