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Franco Cavazzi

Roman empire.net: Pictorial Tour of Roman Empire

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a list of ancient sites in Italy, and throughout the Roman Empire. Click on the links to see pictures, excavation details, and brief descriptions.
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Columbia University

Columbia University: Asia for Educators: Timeline of Chinese Inventions

For Students 9th - 10th
This printable timeline details the ancient inventions that dramatically changed Chinese society and the world. Topics include early books, printing techniques, tea, silk, gunpowder, playing cards and paper.
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Tom Richey

Tom Richey: The Nation of Israel: C. 1200 586 b.c.

For Students 9th - 10th
Learning module in which AP history teacher, Tom Richey, tells the story of the ancient Israelites illuminating the significant impact they had on the region and the world. Includes unit material, lecture notes, videos and primary sources.
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PBS

Pbs: Recovering the Material World of the Early Christians

For Students 9th - 10th
A scholarly article in which the author discusses the recent archaeological discoveries that have allowed us to construct a picture of the world of the early Christians. These findings include ancient manuscripts, ancient inscriptions...
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Scholastic

Scholastic: Myths From Around the World: Egypt

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
Explore ancient Egyptian culture, people, and myths. Discover tales of Osiris, Seth, and Isis. Write a myth with author Jane Yolen. Flash Plug-in only required on brainstorming link.
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Other

Just France: History of France

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed text-based account of the history of France from earliest times to the present. Included in the history are Gaul, Roman Empire, Franks, Charlemagne, Joan of Arc, French monarchy, French Revolution, establishment of a Republic,...
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Mariners' Museum and Park

Mariners' Museum: Exploration Through the Ages

For Students 9th - 10th
A history of the world from the perspective of those who sailed the seas in great waves of exploration, from ancient times through the nineteenth century. Learn about the explorers, their ships, the tools they navigated by, and their...
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Other

The World of Calli & Graphy

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Young students will enjoy exploring the world of calligraphy with these colorful illustrations, and easy-to-follow explanations. Follow the story of "Calli and Graphy," as they teach the viewer about this ancient art form.
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: Anthropology

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This resource allows students to discover the world of anthropology in a completely new way. The signficance of studying the human race is explained, along with interactive games, activities, and interviews. Design an ancient flowerpot,...
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: Anthropology

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This resource allows students to discover the world of anthropology in a completely new way. The signficance of studying the human race is explained, along with interactive games, activities, and interviews. Design an ancient flowerpot,...
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Oxfam

Oxfam: Virtual Journey of the United Kingdom

For Students 9th - 10th
Take a peep into the United Kingdom to experience the culture and flavors of a country full of ancient traditions. Learn how to make a perfect cup of tea and find out the name of a world-famous UK football team.
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PBS

Wnet: Thirteen: This Just In! Nile Network News Update

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Site offers interdisciplinary lesson plans on Ancient Egypt.Learners will thoroughly research many aspects of life in Ancient Egypt. Lessons will culminate with students presenting their research findings using, a T.V News Show format....
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Athenian Democracy

For Students 9th - 10th
Explores a timeline of the history of government in Ancient Athens.
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Roman Law

For Students 9th - 10th
Read through the history of the Roman legal system, including the sources of Roman law and its practicalities. Click on the link to the "visual timeline" and see an overview of major implementations, events, and laws as the empire and...
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United Nations

Unesco: Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System

For Students 9th - 10th
The Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System, now a World Heritage Site in Iran, was first built in the 5th century BC, and is still partly operational today. The complexity of this site is testament to the engineering genius of the...
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PBS

Pbs: How Art Made the World: Human Body in Egypitan Art

For Students 9th - 10th
PBS documentary considers how ancient Egyptian artists chose to represent the human body and answers questions about how the cultural values of a society, such as the desire for order, shape its art. With close-ups of Egyptian art that...
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Greek Medicine

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the history of Greek medicine from ancient times, and the impact of important figures such as Hippocrates, Diocles of Carystus and Praxagoras of Cos. Some of the significant advances in diagnosis and treatment are described....
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Aedile

For Students 9th - 10th
Encyclopedia entry with illustrations and timeline describes the role of Aedile in the Roman Republic.
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Angitia

For Students 9th - 10th
Entry investigates the myths associated with the Roman goddess Angitia in mythology.
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Aztec Sacrifice

For Students 9th - 10th
Exploration of the origins and purpose of human sacrifice in ancient Mesoamerica. Includes a timeline and illustrations.
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National Institutes of Health

National Library of Medicine: Harry Potter's World: Immortality

For Students 9th - 10th
A clever account of the history of medicine told as it relates to J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter. Read about the history of immortality, and the belief that magic played a role in ancient medicine.
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abcteach

Abcteach: Social Studies: History

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
[Free Registration/Login Required] A directory of history resources (games, activities, puzzles, graphics) to be used as part of elementary study of Ancient Egypt and Greece, the Middle Ages, the Revolutionary War, and other topics....
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Mariners' Museum and Park

Mariners Museum: Exploration Through the Ages

For Students 9th - 10th
This website focuses on exploration and offers links to Ancient Exploration, Medieval Exploration, The "Age of Discovery" and Modern Exploration. It also provides pictured links to four explorers: currently they are Christopher Columbus,...
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National Earth Science Teachers Association

Windows to the Universe: Sumerian Mythology

For Students 9th - 10th
This page from Windows to the Universe allows one to learn about the Mesopotamia region of the world. Find out about the different myths that the Sumerians believed in.

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