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If you’re after an engaging activity for your Ancient China unit, then your students will love this early Chinese oracle bone writing activity from the Shang Dynasty period. Trying out ancient writing is so interesting, especially when it’s a pictorial script like the oracle bone script. In activity one, students can choose from these options: Write the script in the boxes on the page given or on their own paper to practice, and then write a message on the oracle bone. Copy over the script. In activity two, students: Search for the symbols on the oracle bone, then circle and label them. I hope your students enjoy this activity.

This timeline activity is a hands-on visual way for students to put the events of the Great Fire of London in order. I’ve included the actions of Samuel Pepys in the timeline because it’s interesting, such as his priority to bury wine and cheese (which seems odd to us now, but they would have been very expensive items back then), and because he was a significant figure at the time who left a valuable primary source detailing the event. There are two options to choose from: Worksheet timeline cut and paste – either glue events next to the dates (easier option) or write dates and glue events on (harder version). Foldable timeline – glue events below the dates and pictures. I’ve included a set of clues to help children put the events in order, if needed. These can be cut up or left as is. You will receive 4 PDFs files. More timelines you may like: History of land transport History of boats and ships History of flight The Titanic Ancient Egypt The Benin Empire The Tudors

This timeline activity is a hands-on visual way for students to put the events of the Benin Empire in order, so that they can see the changes that took place over time, from the first settlements of the Edo people to modern-day Nigeria. There are two options to choose from: worksheet timeline cut and paste – either glue pictures onto the dates (easier option), or write dates and glue pictures on (harder version) foldable timeline – glue events below the dates and pictures I’ve included a set of clues to help children put the events in order, if needed. These can be cut up or left as is. You will receive a zip file with PDFs and two editable PPXT files (text is editable, images and layout aren’t). UK version is formatted for A4 paper and includes events occuring in Britain at the same time. US version is formatted for letter paper. More timelines you may like: History of land transport History of flight History of boats and ships The Great Fire of London The Titanic Ancient Egypt

This Titanic timeline activity is a hands-on way to trace the story of the Titanic from when it was being built, through to the detailed events of the sinking, up to the time the wreck was discovered. There are three options, with more options within each. 1. Cut and paste worksheet Option one – match the pictures and descriptions to the dates and times. Option two – write the missing date or time and match the pictures and descriptions. Answer key is included 2. Foldable timeline Children colour in the Titanic halves or use the pre-coloured version of the Titanic halves. Option one – match the pictures to the descriptions, dates, and times. Option two – match the descriptions to the pictures, dates, and times. Option three – write the dates and times and match the pictures to the descriptions. 3. Digital Google™ Slide Drag and drop the events onto the timeline. Children will be able to work out the order of the events through logic and by using some of the clues given to help them. I hope your students enjoy learning about the Titanic as they make their timelines. U.K. and U.S. versions are included. You will receive PDFs (not editable) and a link to the Google slide version. If you need something editable, please reach out to me via email. You may also like: Titanic PowerPoint and Google Slides presentation with comprehension questions

This timeline activity is a hands-on visual way for students to see the changes that have been made in the history of flight, from the first hot air balloons to the modern passenger Boeing 747, or from the first hot air balloon to landing on the Moon. There are two main options with a timeline that focuses on flight and the development of planes, or flight, planes, and space travel. The timeline has four differentiated options so that you can meet the needs of your students or there is the option to make a foldable version which is a mini-book that could be taped into the students’ books or they could take it home. What’s included? Timeline and real photos to match up to the dates Differentiated with simple or detailed captions, and the easiest version has the photos and captions already together so students need to match it to the date, and the most difficult level students need to match the photo to the caption and write in the date Interactive foldable with visual step-by-step instructions Logic-style clue cards to solve the order of the timeline Answer keys 11 pages included. You will receive 6 PDFs. More timelines you may like: History of land transport History of boats and ships The Great Fire of London The Titanic Ancient Egypt The Benin Empire

This timeline activity is a hands-on visual way for children to see the changes that have been made in the history of land transport, from the time when people first domesticated horses to the hybrid car. The timeline has four differentiated options so that you can meet the needs of your learners, and there is the option to make a foldable version which is a mini-book. The mini-book has a shorter, simpler version with 8 pictures to glue on (use with clues), and a longer version with 11 pictures to glue on (use without clues). Children can either keep the foldable in accordion style to take home or make it into a mini-book which can be taped into workbooks. What’s included? Timeline and real photos to match up to the dates Differentiated worksheets Interactive foldable with visual step-by-step instructions Logic-style clues to solve the order of the timeline U.S and U.K versions Answer key You will receive a zip file with PDFs. More timelines you may like: History of flight History of boats and ships

This timeline activity is a hands-on visual way for students to see the changes that have been made in the history of boats, from the first canoes and rafts through to cruise ships. This timeline focuses on eight key developments in the history of boats, starting from the Pesse canoe dating back to 10,000BCE, to container ships in 1956. The timeline has four differentiated options so that you can meet the needs of your students, and there is the option to make a foldable version which is a mini-book that could be taped into the students’ books or they could take it home. What’s included? Timeline and photos, artefacts, and illustrations to match up to the dates Differentiated with simple or detailed captions, and the easiest version has the photos and captions already together so students need to match it to the date, and the most difficult level students need to match the photo to the caption and write in the date Interactive foldable with visual step-by-step instructions (use clues or match photos to dates) Logic-style clue cards to solve the order of the timeline U.K and U.S versions Answer key You will receive a zip file with PDFs. More timelines you may like: History of land transport History of flight

Your learners can make their own 3D pyramid with this easy craft. All you need is scissors, glue and crayons, markers, or colouring pencils. Whether you’re studying ancient Egypt or 3D shapes, this craft is low-prep and makes a pyramid that kids will be proud of. The pack comes with two size options - a smaller one (approx. 3in/7cm) which is easier to make as it’s all one piece, and a larger one (approx. 4.5in/11cm) which has two pieces to join, so it’s great for those that can handle more of a challenge - or pairs can work together to help each other. Visual instructions are included for the larger version. Colour and ink saver, plus U.S. and U.K. versions included. You may also like: Ancient Greece Parthenon Craft Ancient Egypt Activities

The discovery of the Ivory Bangle Lady is a great way to bring black British history into your history lessons. The Ivory Bangle Lady is important in developing an understanding of the diverse history and cultural heritage of Britain. The Ivory Bangle Lady’s remains were found in York and showed that she lived during Roman Britain. Recent DNA tests have shown that she had African heritage, which illustrates that people with African ancestry have been in Britain since the Romans came to Britain. She also had wealth which was evident in the jewellery and other expensive items that she was buried with. There are still a lot of unknowns which is perfect for a history lesson because there are opportunities for children to come up with their own ideas. The resources in this pack will get your children analysing 12 pieces of evidence, just like archaeologists, to sort the relevant evidence from the irrelevant, and to use the evidence to justify theories. They will ask their own question to investigate. With the help of research in the form of notes by two fictional archaeologists, they will answer questions and generate their own ideas about the Ivory Bangle Lady. Finally, they will summarise their knowledge by writing a museum plaque about the Ivory Bangle Lady. There are two levels of difficulty included, plus editable versions so you can adapt this to your students. There is also a worksheet on key vocabulary covered in the activities. This resource is suitable for KS2. You will receive: 6 PDFs 5 PDFS for the easier level 7 editable PPTX files (text is editable, images/layout aren’t)

This craft and wall mural is going to look fantastic in your classroom, and children are going to love making it! With such a stunning visual display, this event in history is sure to stick in their memories! There are six different house designs for children to choose from, with one, two, or three storeys. Each house comes in 2-4 parts for children to colour and glue together. Then they use tissue, crepe, or coloured paper to add flames. Each child makes one house to contribute to the wall mural. When the houses are all finished, they make a display that’s 4 metres long! There are also signs, and shop labels, as well as a display heading. I’ve also included a smaller, individual version for children to make their own “Pudding Lane” instead of a class mural, with six houses to colour, cut, and glue onto paper in any order. Visual instructions are included, although it’s very easy to make. I hope your children enjoy recreating the Great Fire of London on Pudding Lane! You will receive 4 PDF files.

Inspire your students with this pack of six posters about Martin Luther King Jr., who was a man of great character and an exceptional orator whose words inspired many during his lifetime and continue to be a source of inspiration for us today. I chose the quotes on these posters because they have the potential to motivate our students to have good character and to do good in the world. As such, they would make a great starting point for a discussion around ways to make the world a better place, small acts of kindness that make a difference, or dreams they might have for their future. These would look great on a display for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Black History Month, or to display all year round. What’s included? Six posters of inspiring quotes Colour (bright, boho, neutrals, 70s vibe) and ink saver versions

There have been many forms of cuneiform over time, and if your students are learning about Ancient Mesopotamia, it’s always fun to try an ancient form of writing. This printable pack comes with two activities, each with different options. In activity one (Sumerian), students can: write the script next to the symbols, in the boxes given, or on their own paper. copy over the symbols. In activity two (old Persian), students can: write their name and decode “Cradle of Civilization”. write their name and decode “Pottery Wheel”. extension – students can use the symbols to write their own word or message. U.S. and U.K. versions included. You will receive two PDFs (not editable). If you have any trouble with downloading, please email me at info@zigglelearning.com. You may also like: Ancient Mesopotamia ziggurat

This 3D model ziggurat is a great hands-on craft to make if you are studying Mesopotamia or Ancient Sumer. The craft is differentiated with two versions so you can use what suits your students best. The finished size is about 4in x 5in (10cm x 12cm). The simpler version has two main pieces to join, plus steps. The more complex version has four main pieces that make the four layers of the ziggurat, plus steps. If you’re after more hands-on Ancient Sumer activities, you may like the pack which includes this writing activity, or the bundle which includes this writing activity and a 3D ziggurat model. You will receive a zip file with PDFs (not editable). If you have any trouble with downloading, please email me at info@zigglelearning.com.

This pack contains an interactive PowerPoint™ presentation (33 slides) about nine achievements of the ancient Egyptians, a worksheet on topic-related vocabulary, and a worksheet for writing about ancient Egyptian achievements. There is a student’s version of the PowerPoint™ which is non-editable, and a teacher’s version which has editable text (not images or layout due to copyright protection). You can delete any slides you don’t need. The student’s version is ideal for assigning to students to complete in pairs or individually. The teacher’s version can be adapted to a whole-class presentation, or you can edit the text and then assign it to students. The worksheet on achievements has three options: students list three achievements and write details about two of them (easiest) students list five achievements and write details about three of them (harder) students list up to eight achievements and write details about three of them (hardest) You will receive: 2 PDFs and 2 PPTX files. You can get a free sample of the hardest worksheet here. You may also like: Ancient Egypt Activities Pack Ancient Egypt Hands-on Activities

Are you looking for an inspiring bulletin board kit for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day which has crafts and focuses on kindness and making a difference in the world? Then you’ll love this classroom display which comes with three inspiring quotes to choose from, or use them all because they’re all so good! There are three crafts for children to write on, color and cut out which are inspired by these quotes and three photos of Martin Luther King, Jr. **Ideas for using each quote: ** •“I have a dream…” quote and full quote and a dove craft (with and without a prompt). This is great for focusing on how we can make the world a better place. •“If I cannot do great things, I can do small things in a great way.” Great to use with the dove or earth for focusing on kindness or how we can make a difference. •“If you can’t be a sun, be a star. Be the best of whatever you are.” Comes with the star craft with “I’m a star at…” or “I’m great at…” and is ideal for focusing on our strengths or ways to be kind. What’s included? 3 photos of Martin Luther King, Jr. 3 inspiring quotes 3 crafts Display letters (1 word per page and 1 letter per page, black and outline) Spotty border I hope your children are inspired and enjoy writing about what they can do to make a difference.

If you’re studying ancient Greece, this 3D paper model will bring your topic to life. This is a hands-on project ideal for 4th grade and above, using materials that are easily available. You can differentiate with the craft with a smaller, easier version (two pieces), and a larger, more challenging version (five pieces). Ideas for use: Students could colour it first, make it as it is, or use the colour version. You could also get students to add a modern twist or any other details to make it unique. Use as part of an ancient Greece study Use when learning about famous buildings around the world Use it as a hands-on activity for early finishers, golden time, GATE, or similar You will need: paper glue sticks white glue double-sided tape (optional) scissors colouring pencils (optional) What’s included? smaller, easier template (7cm high) larger, more challenging template (12cm high) PDF slideshow of instructions to show on a screen Student handout of instructions U.S and U.K versions Please note this model is not to scale and is an artistic representation, not a realistic representation. 3D crafts can be challenging for students so please consider if your students have the fine motor skills needed before purchasing. I recommend this for 9+. I hope your students enjoy making their Parthenon models! Last updated 8 November 2024 You may also like: Ancient Greece Hands-on Activities and Crafts Ancient Egypt Activities 3D Ziggurat Model

If you’re looking for a Wright brothers resource with lots of engaging, hands-on activities, then you’ll love this set which comes with a reading comprehension worksheet, foldable timeline, cut-and-paste planes from the past and present, posters, word wall, stopwatch craft, paper helicopter template and more. What’s included? editable reading passage and comprehension questions with two levels of difficulty (text is editable, images/layout aren't) cut-and-paste planes from the past and present foldable timeline with two levels of difficulty (six events or 10 events) and the option to cut and paste events or write the events properties of materials science connection (two levels of difficulty) measuring seconds math connection make a bowler/Derby hat make a paper helicopter make a paper plane make the Wright brothers' stopwatch writing paper with two topper options (the Wright Flyer or the Wright brothers) and full/half-page and different line size options posters, word wall and lettering U.K. and U.S. versions I hope these activities spark your students’ wonder at just how incredible the Wright brothers’ achievement was!

This Amelia Earhart activity pack is full of engaging activities for your children to learn about Amelia Earhart, including a reading passage with comprehension questions, an aeroplane craft to make, a foldable timeline, a graphic organiser, measurement maths, and more. Reading Text: The editable reading passage is differentiated with two levels so you can use what works best for your students. (text is editable, images and layout aren’t) Aeroplane Craft: There are two versions of the craft with simple vocabulary or with airplane terminology, which is great for older students, and for students who love planes and may already be familiar with the terminology. Foldable Timeline: Children glue on the events to make an accordion timeline. Measurement Maths: Two worksheets with an Amelia Earhart theme to practise measuring using standard units, centimetres, whole inches, or whole and part inches. Plus: a graphic organiser with three line sizes a writing craft with three line sizes a word search with two levels of difficulty a colouring page pictures and one-page "Amelia Earhart" phrase for a display I hope your children enjoy learning about Amelia Earhart.

If you’re looking for an engaging, cross-curricular activity pack for your students to learn about Mary Seacole, this pack of hands-on activities which comes with a reading text, crafts, mapwork, timeline and more, will be ideal. What’s included? editable reading passage with comprehension questions (text is editable, images/layout aren’t) - two levels of difficulty map of the Caribbean to identify places of significance for Mary Seacole pictures, word wall, and display phrase foldable timeline with two options - cut-and-paste (easier) or write the events (harder) write an autobiography just like Mary Seacole did make a passport to colour the flags of places Mary Seacole visited graphic organiser make a medical kit craft U.K. and U.S. versions are included. I hope your students have fun learning about Mary Seacole.