Academic Links is a specialized educational store offering worksheets and workbooks focused on world history and mythology. Designed for students, educators, and homeschoolers, its resources cover ancient civilizations, historical events, famous leaders, and legendary myths. Each worksheet and workbook is crafted to enhance learning through engaging assignments, critical thinking exercises, and creative activities. Topics include Greek, Norse, Maya, Aztec etc. History & Mythology
Academic Links is a specialized educational store offering worksheets and workbooks focused on world history and mythology. Designed for students, educators, and homeschoolers, its resources cover ancient civilizations, historical events, famous leaders, and legendary myths. Each worksheet and workbook is crafted to enhance learning through engaging assignments, critical thinking exercises, and creative activities. Topics include Greek, Norse, Maya, Aztec etc. History & Mythology
“Article & Questions” Assignment
This assignment involves reading a 550-word (1-Page) article on a topic from Ancient Rome. It is accompanied by comprehension questions designed to assess understanding, followed by a detailed answer key. The assignment encourages critical thinking and engagement with historical narratives.
Assignment:
Students read the Article.
Students answer the Questions.
*Note: This purchase includes both a PDF and WORD version of the assignment
PDF: Best used in class or for homework
WORD: Best for online, remote learning or uploading to Google Classroom
This worksheet packet features engaging 500-600 word articles on a variety of topics designed to inform and inspire. Each article is paired with thought-provoking questions to test comprehension, encourage critical thinking, and spark discussion. Clear, concise answers are included to support learning and ensure accuracy. The packet is perfect for independent study, classroom use, or homework assignments. With its accessible format and diverse content, it provides a great way to explore subjects in depth while building reading and analytical skills. Ideal for learners of all ages, this packet fosters curiosity and helps develop a deeper understanding of key concepts.
Assignments Included:
Cuzco
Daily Life of the Inca
Francisco Pizarro
Geography of the Inca Empire
Inca Chasqui
Inca Education
Inca Empire
Inca Foods
Inca Government
Inca Mythology & Religion
Inca Roads
Inca Science & Technology
Inca Society
Inca Military & Warfare
Machu Picchu
Tribes of Early Peru
“Article & Questions” Assignment
This assignment involves reading a 550-word (1-Page) article on a topic from Ancient Rome. It is accompanied by comprehension questions designed to assess understanding, followed by a detailed answer key. The assignment encourages critical thinking and engagement with historical narratives.
Assignment:
Students read the Article.
Students answer the Questions.
*Note: This purchase includes both a PDF and WORD version of the assignment
PDF: Best used in class or for homework
WORD: Best for online, remote learning or uploading to Google Classroom
“Article & Questions” Assignment
This assignment involves reading a 550-word (1-Page) article on a topic from Ancient Rome. It is accompanied by comprehension questions designed to assess understanding, followed by a detailed answer key. The assignment encourages critical thinking and engagement with historical narratives.
Assignment:
Students read the Article.
Students answer the Questions.
*Note: This purchase includes both a PDF and WORD version of the assignment
PDF: Best used in class or for homework
WORD: Best for online, remote learning or uploading to Google Classroom
This paraphrasing worksheet packet offers a collection of related articles designed to help students practice paraphrasing. Each article, ranging from 300 to 350 words, covers a specific topic. Students are required to read the article, understand the key ideas, and then paraphrase the content in their own words. Additionally, they will illustrate their understanding through drawings or diagrams, reinforcing their comprehension and creativity while honing their paraphrasing and critical thinking skills.
ASSIGNMENTS INCLUDED:
GODS:
Itzamná:
K’uk’ulkan (Quetzalcoatl):
Chaac:
Kinich Ahau:
Yum Kaax:
Ix Chel:
Ah Puch:
Bolon Tzacab (God K):
Hunahpu:
Ixbalanque:
K’inich Janaab’ Pakal (God G):
Ek Chuaj:
Xibalba:
Cabrakan:
Camazotz:
MYTHS:
The Popol Vuh (Story of Creation):
The Hero Twins: Hunahpu and Ixbalanque:
The Creation of the Maize:
The Destruction of the Wooden People:
The Myth of Vucub-Caquix:
The Journey to Xibalba:
The Legend of the White Dwarf:
The Story of Ix Chel:
The Tale of K’uk’ulkan (Quetzalcoatl):
The Myth of Ah Puch:
The Myth of Camazotz:
The Legend of the Four Bacabs:
The Tale of the Aluxes:
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This paraphrasing worksheet packet offers a collection of related articles designed to help students practice paraphrasing. Each article, ranging from 300 to 350 words, covers a specific topic. Students are required to read the article, understand the key ideas, and then paraphrase the content in their own words. Additionally, they will illustrate their understanding through drawings or diagrams, reinforcing their comprehension and creativity while honing their paraphrasing and critical thinking skills.
ASSIGNMENTS INCLUDED:
Feudalism:
Castle:
King:
Divine Right of Kings:
Clergy:
Advowson:
Excommunication:
Common Law:
Taxes:
Noble:
Manorialism:
Manor:
Lord:
Steward:
Knight:
Chivalry:
Heraldry:
Knight’s Fee:
Feudal Contract:
Feudal Obligations:
Fealty:
Cottagers:
Free Laborers:
Villeins:
Serf:
Primer Seisin:
Medieval Village:
Sheriff:
Guilds:
Assart:
Peasant:
Fief:
Marches:
Code of Conduct:
Plaques:
.
This paraphrasing worksheet packet offers a collection of related articles designed to help students practice paraphrasing. Each article, ranging from 300 to 350 words, covers a specific topic. Students are required to read the article, understand the key ideas, and then paraphrase the content in their own words. Additionally, they will illustrate their understanding through drawings or diagrams, reinforcing their comprehension and creativity while honing their paraphrasing and critical thinking skills.
ASSIGNMENTS INCLUDED:
Overview
The Minotaur Myth
Geography
Daily Life
Government
Art & Architecture
The Bull
Food and Agriculture
Religion
Men’s Roles
Women’s Roles
Trade
Warfare
How Do We Know?
Decline of Traditional life
The Atlantis Theory
This paraphrasing worksheet packet offers a collection of related articles designed to help students practice paraphrasing. Each article, ranging from 300 to 350 words, covers a specific topic. Students are required to read the article, understand the key ideas, and then paraphrase the content in their own words. Additionally, they will illustrate their understanding through drawings or diagrams, reinforcing their comprehension and creativity while honing their paraphrasing and critical thinking skills.
ASSIGNMENTS INCLUDED:
Overview
Geography
Daily Life
Government
Social Classes
Education
Art & Architecture
Food and Agriculture
Religion
Men’s Roles
Women’s Roles
Trade
Warfare
How Do We Know?
Decline of Traditional life
This paraphrasing worksheet packet offers a collection of related articles designed to help students practice paraphrasing. Each article, ranging from 300 to 350 words, covers a specific topic. Students are required to read the article, understand the key ideas, and then paraphrase the content in their own words. Additionally, they will illustrate their understanding through drawings or diagrams, reinforcing their comprehension and creativity while honing their paraphrasing and critical thinking skills.
ASSIGNMENTS INCLUDED:
Overview
Geography
Daily Life
Government
Social Classes
Education
Art & Architecture
Food and Agriculture
Religion
Men’s Roles
Women’s Roles
Trade
Warfare
How Do We Know?
Decline of Traditional
This worksheet packet is designed to align with the Massachusetts 8th grade Civics curriculum, offering a comprehensive resource for educators and students. Each packet includes an informative article related to historical topics, accompanied by questions that correspond directly to the state’s 6th grade social studies standards. These questions are aimed at enhancing student comprehension, critical thinking, and analysis of historical concepts.
Each section is specifically crafted to foster historical inquiry, connect past events to present contexts, and help students develop a deeper understanding of ancient cultures and their global impact.
This worksheet packet is designed to align with the Massachusetts 7th grade social studies curriculum, offering a comprehensive resource for educators and students. Each packet includes an informative article related to historical topics, accompanied by questions that correspond directly to the state’s 6th grade social studies standards. These questions are aimed at enhancing student comprehension, critical thinking, and analysis of historical concepts.
Each section is specifically crafted to foster historical inquiry, connect past events to present contexts, and help students develop a deeper understanding of ancient cultures and their global impact.
“Article & Questions” Assignment
This assignment involves reading a 550-word (1-Page) article on a topic from Ancient Rome. It is accompanied by comprehension questions designed to assess understanding, followed by a detailed answer key. The assignment encourages critical thinking and engagement with historical narratives.
Assignment:
Students read the Article.
Students answer the Questions.
*Note: This purchase includes both a PDF and WORD version of the assignment
PDF: Best used in class or for homework
WORD: Best for online, remote learning or uploading to Google Classroom
Assignments Included:
Overview: Overview of Hittite Mythology
Tarhunt: The storm god, often considered the king of the gods.
Arinniti: The sun goddess and principal deity of the Hittite pantheon.
Kumarbi: The chief god of the underworld and father of Teshub.
Hannahanna: The mother goddess, associated with fertility and childbirth.
Shaushka: The goddess of love, war, and fertility.
Telepinu: The god of agriculture and fertility, whose disappearance causes chaos.
Aruna: The sea god.
Huzziya: The god of law and justice.
Hebat: The mother goddess, wife of Teshub.
Inara: The goddess of wild animals and hunting.
Zaluna: The goddess of rivers.
Illuyanka: A dragon or serpent often associated with chaos.
Kurunta: The god of the wild animals.
Nintu: A mother goddess similar to Hannahanna.
Lelwani: The goddess of the underworld.
Kamrusepa: The goddess of healing and magic. She was often invoked in rituals and
spells for health and protection.
Pirwa: The god of the wild animals, often associated with horses and invoked for
protection in battle.
Sarruma: The mountain god, often depicted riding a panther or lion. He was the son of
the storm god Teshub and the sun goddess Hebat.
Primordial Gods: In the beginning, there were primordial gods. The sky god Anu and
the earth goddess Kumarbi were among the earliest deities.
The Song of Ullikummi: This myth tells the story of Ullikummi, a giant stone monster
created by the god Kumarbi to overthrow the storm god Teshub.
The Illuyanka Myth: In this story, the storm god Teshub battles the dragon Illuyanka.
The Kumarbi Cycle: This series of myths describes the rise and fall of Kumarbi,
including his attempts to overthrow Teshub.
The Myth of the Missing God Telepinu: Telepinu, the god of agriculture, disappears,
causing all life to suffer. The gods search for him, and he is eventually found and
brought back, restoring fertility to the land.
The Myth of Teshub and the Sea: This story tells of Teshub’s battle against the sea
god Aruna, highlighting his role as a storm god.
The Myth of the Sun Goddess of Arinna: This story focuses on the sun goddess and
her importance in Hittite religion and daily life.
The Myth of Inara and the Wild Boar: Inara, the goddess of wild animals, tames a
wild boar, symbolizing her control over nature.
The Purulli Festival Myth: This myth is connected to the spring festival of Purulli,
where Teshub defeats Illuyanka, representing the victory of order over chaos.
The Myth of the Vanishing God: Similar to the Telepinu myth, this story involves a
god disappearing and the resulting chaos until he is found and restored.
The Descent of Ishtar to the Underworld: Though originally a Mesopotamian myth, it
was adopted into Hittite mythology. It tells of the goddess Ishtar’s journey to the
underworld and her return.
The Dream of the King: This myth involves a king receiving a prophetic dream from
the gods, guiding him on how to rule or face certain challenges.
32 Assignments
This paraphrasing workbook offers a collection of related articles designed to help students practice paraphrasing. Each article, ranging from 300 to 350 words, covers a specific topic. Students are required to read the article, understand the key ideas, and then paraphrase the content in their own words. Additionally, they will illustrate their understanding through drawings or diagrams, reinforcing their comprehension and creativity while honing their paraphrasing and critical thinking skills.
Assignments Included:
Overview
1377 – Death of Edward III
1399 – Richard II Deposed
1422 – Death of Henry V
1455 – Battle of St. Albans
1455 – Henry VI’s Madness Begins
1460 – Battle of Northampton
1460 – Treaty of Anglo-French Alliance
1460 – The Battle of Wakefield
1461 – Battle of Towton
1461 – Edward IV Crowned
1464 – Edward IV Marries Elizabeth Woodville
1469 – Rebellion of the Earl of Warwick
1470 – Battle of Edgecote Moor
1470 – Restoration of Henry VI
1471 – Battle of Barnet
1471 – Battle of Tewkesbury
1471 – Death of Henry VI
1475 – Treaty of Picquigny
1483 – Death of Edward IV
1483 – Richard III Claims the Throne
1483 – Disappearance of the Princes in the Tower
1485 – Battle of Bosworth Field
1485 – Death of Richard III
1485 – Henry VII Marries Elizabeth of York
1486 – Birth of Prince Arthur
1492 – Henry VII Secures the Throne
1495 – Perkin Warbeck Rebellion
1499 – Execution of Perkin Warbeck
This worksheet packet features engaging 500-600 word articles on a variety of topics designed to inform and inspire. Each article is paired with thought-provoking questions to test comprehension, encourage critical thinking, and spark discussion. Clear, concise answers are included to support learning and ensure accuracy. The packet is perfect for independent study, classroom use, or homework assignments. With its accessible format and diverse content, it provides a great way to explore subjects in depth while building reading and analytical skills. Ideal for learners of all ages, this packet fosters curiosity and helps develop a deeper understanding of key concepts.
Includes:
Paraphrasing Worksheet Packet
This paraphrasing worksheet packet offers a collection of related articles designed to help students practice paraphrasing. Each article, ranging from 300 to 350 words, covers a specific topic. Students are required to read the article, understand the key ideas, and then paraphrase the content in their own words. Additionally, they will illustrate their understanding through drawings or diagrams, reinforcing their comprehension and creativity while honing their paraphrasing and critical thinking skills.
Assignments Included:
Acropolis of Athens, Greece
Alhambra, Spain
Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Big Ben, UK
Brooklyn Bridge, USA
Burj Khalifa, UAE
Chichen Itza, Mexico
Christ the Redeemer, Brazil
Colosseum, Italy
Eiffel Tower, France
Forbidden City, China
Golden Gate Bridge, USA
Great Barrier Reef, Australia
Great Sphinx of Giza, Egypt
Great Wall of China
Hagia Sophia, Turkey
Machu Picchu, Peru
Moai statues of Easter Island, Chile
Mont Saint-Michel, France
Mount Fuji, Japan
Mount Rushmore, USA
Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany
Niagara Falls, USA
Notre Dame Cathedral, France
Pantheon, Italy
Parthenon, Greece
Petra, Jordan
Pompeii, Italy
Potala Palace, Tibet
Pyramids of Giza, Egypt
Sagano Bamboo Forest, Japan
Sagrada Familia, Spain
Statue of Liberty, USA
Stonehenge, UK
Sydney Opera House, Australia
Table Mountain, South Africa
Taj Mahal, India
Terracotta Army, China
The Kremlin, Russia
The Louvre, France
The Parthenon of Nashville, USA
The Shard, UK
Tower Bridge, UK
Uluru (Ayers Rock), Australia
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Westminster Abbey, UKExpansion
Paraphrasing Worksheet Packet
This paraphrasing worksheet packet offers a collection of related articles designed to help students practice paraphrasing. Each article, ranging from 300 to 350 words, covers a specific topic. Students are required to read the article, understand the key ideas, and then paraphrase the content in their own words. Additionally, they will illustrate their understanding through drawings or diagrams, reinforcing their comprehension and creativity while honing their paraphrasing and critical thinking skills.
Assignments Included:
Annie Oakley
Battle of San Jacinto
Battle of the Alamo
Billy the Kid
California Gold Rush
Cowboys of the Old West
Daily Life on the Frontier
Daniel Boone
David Crocket
Doc Holliday
Famous Gunfighters
First Transcontinental Railroad
Frontier Log Cabins
General Santa Anna
Homestead Act and Land Rush
James Bowie
James K. Polk
Jesse James
Lewis and Clark
Louisiana Purchase
Mexican American War
O.K Coral
Oregon Trail
Pony Express
Sacagawea
Sam Houston
Thomas Jefferson
Wyatt Earp
Westward Expansion
Paraphrasing Worksheet Packet
This paraphrasing worksheet packet offers a collection of related articles designed to help students practice paraphrasing. Each article, ranging from 300 to 350 words, covers a specific topic. Students are required to read the article, understand the key ideas, and then paraphrase the content in their own words. Additionally, they will illustrate their understanding through drawings or diagrams, reinforcing their comprehension and creativity while honing their paraphrasing and critical thinking skills.
Assignments Included:
Allied Powers of World War I
Assassination of Archduke Ferdinand
Aviation in WWI
Battle of Tannenberg
Battle of the Somme
Causes of World War I
Christmas Truce
David Lloyd George
First Battle of the Marne
Kaiser Wilhelm II
Post-WWI and Treaties
Red Baron
Russian Revolution
Sinking of the Lusitania
The German U-Boat
The U.S. in World War I
Trench Warfare
Tsar Nicholas II
Vladimir Lenin
Wilson’s Fourteen Points
Woodrow Wilson
WWI Changes in Modern
19 Legendary Weapons from Celtic Mythology Assignments
This paraphrasing worksheet packet offers a collection of related articles designed to help students practice paraphrasing. Each article, ranging from 300 to 350 words, covers a specific topic. Students are required to read the article, understand the key ideas, and then paraphrase the content in their own words. Additionally, they will illustrate their understanding through drawings or diagrams, reinforcing their comprehension and creativity while honing their paraphrasing and critical thinking skills.
Topics Included:
Fragarach (“The Answerer”)
Caladbolg
Gáe Bulg (“Belly Spear”)
Cliamh Solais (“Sword of Light”)
LĂşin of Celtchar
Tathlum
Brionac
The Dagda’s Club
The MorrĂgan’s Spear
Scáthach’s Spear
Nuada’s Sword
Manannán’s Wave-Sweeper
The Silver Hand of Nuada
The Stone of Fal
Balor’s Eye
Carnwennan
The Sword of Conaire MĂłr
The Spear of Assal