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Where we are in place and time: G5

Central Idea

Evidence from artifacts can help us to understand civilizations.

Lines of Inquiry

An inquiry into:
1. Civilizations function in various ways. (Function)
2. Civilizations are connected (Connection)
3. Artifacts can represent the adaptation of a civilization (Change)

Passwords to databases

Accessible to students and teachers with a CIS email account.

Database Resources and Links

How Archaeologists Work

DK Findout: Ancient China
Ancient Africa - on Ducksters
Explore the history, culture, civilizations, and people of ancient Africa.
Ancient Greece - on The Ancient Web
Mesopotamia - Game
A quick and simple game that teaches the ancient history of the Fertile Crescent. For four or more players.
Ancient Greece -- in the British Museum
Explore the Acropolis, Athens, Daily Life, Festivals and Games, Geography, Gods and Goddesses, Knowledge and Learning, Sparta, Time and War
Ancient India -- on TimeMaps

Fun Stuff

Here is a great interactive time line created with the myhistro app. Download the app and try and make an interactive timeline for yourself!

DK Find Out

Newsela Text Set

Wonderopolis

Ancient Rome

Vedic and Indus history

Online resources