This resource has been made for the OCR Classics spec (A-Level: Invention of the Barbarian) but it cann be used for other specs and lessons. It allows students to gain an overview of the plot, structure and characterisation in the play. The workbook compliments the powerpoint and allows students to develop their own independent and research skills

A self-contained revision guide for the OCR GCSE Ancient History unit on the Persian Empire.

Greco-Persian War Timeline

Useful as a pre-cursor to the study of the Battle of Marathon, a PowerPoint slide showing an animation of the growth of the imperialist Persian Empire from 550BC. Useful as a starting point to identify that Greece was likely to face an attack at some point from the Persians, before going on to look at the battles that came in 490 and 480 BC. There is also a blank map of the same area onto which students could draw a broad outline of the two empires to record the state of play. The last scene shows the empires with modern-day borders in place.

When printed double sided, these flashcards of dolch sight words have English on one side, and the Farsi translation on the back. It is helpful if you are trying to give meaning to sight words to students who are learning to read English while simultaneously beginning to learn English.

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: Persian Wars Overview Ionian Revolt Battle of Lade Darius I Miltiades Battle of Marathon Phiddipides Xerxes Leonidas The Battle of Thermopylae Ephialtes The Immortals The 300 Spartans Battle of Artemisium Themistocles Battle of Salamis Battle of Plataea Formation of the Delian League Peace of Callias Legacy

This powepoint is on Persian New Year which is a spring festival, starting on 21st March and lasts for 13 days. This resource will contribute to the students’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural learning (SMSC). The lesson promotes the British Values of mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs. I taught this lesson as part of Interactive Media during Olympics to introduce different nations festivals and cultures. This lesson can be altered and be taught as part of graphic design, media, PD. There is also a starter activity whcih is linked with Interactive Media unit in BTEC CReative Media L1.

The Persian army was the ancient world's equivalent of a multi-national peace force: it maintained the (Persian) world order by employing a core of Persian and Median infantry and cavalry as well as mercenaries from the corners of the empire - Arab camel-riders and bowmen, Cypriot and Egyptian naval ships, Central Asian and African tribesmen using scimitars, short swords & slings, Greek bowmen from the satraps of Asia Minor and Indians equipped with chariots, bows and short swords. This source-based homework task is designed to increase student understanding of the NSW Ancient History Syllabus for the Australian Curriculum Higher School Certificate course Historical Periods: Option D: Persia - Cyrus II to the Death of Darius III

Worksheet to accompany the documentary, Engineering an Empire: The Persians. The documentary covers engineering achievements during the Achaemenid Persian Empire including the qanaat system, Cyrus tomb at Pasagardae, Darius I’ palace at Susa, Darius I’s construction works at Persepolis, Darius I’s canal linking the Red Sea to the Mediterranean, the Royal Road from Susa to Sardis, the pontoon bridges crossing the Hellespont built by Xerxes and Darius I and Artaxerxes I’s Hall of One Hundred Columns at Persepolis. This resource is designed for Stage 6 students of the Higher School Certificate. NSW Ancient History Syllabus for the Australian Curriculum. Historical period -Option D. Persia - Cyrus II to Darius III.

Includes a 6 page picture pack

This resource is a complete lesson on ‘the construction of Pasargadae’ as part of the ‘Persian Kings’ unit for OCR’s GCSE Ancient History course. It contains all relevant information and prescribed sources for the course, as well as a ‘lesson snapshot’ to help guide both the learner and the teacher (including clear success criteria; links to useful articles and videos; as well as challenge and extension tasks). Please note that this should be used in conjunction with the official OCR GCSE Ancient History textbook.

This resource is a complete lesson on ‘the death of Cambyses’ as part of the ‘Persian Kings’ unit for OCR’s GCSE Ancient History course. It contains all relevant information and prescribed sources for the course, as well as a ‘lesson snapshot’ to help guide both the learner and the teacher (including clear success criteria; links to useful articles and videos; as well as challenge and extension tasks). Please note that this should be used in conjunction with the official OCR GCSE Ancient History textbook.

This resource is a complete lesson on ‘the accession of Darius the Great’ as part of the ‘Persian Kings’ unit for OCR’s GCSE Ancient History course. It contains all relevant information and prescribed sources for the course, as well as a ‘lesson snapshot’ to help guide both the learner and the teacher (including clear success criteria; links to useful articles and videos; as well as challenge and extension tasks). Please note that this should be used in conjunction with the official OCR GCSE Ancient History textbook.

This resource is a complete lesson on ‘the Battle of Thermopylae’ as part of the ‘Persian Kings’ unit for OCR’s GCSE Ancient History course. It contains all relevant information and prescribed sources for the course, as well as a ‘lesson snapshot’ to help guide both the learner and the teacher (including clear success criteria; links to useful articles and videos; as well as challenge and extension tasks). Please note that this should be used in conjunction with the official OCR GCSE Ancient History textbook.

Lesson focuses on geography of Persia, by comparing the Persian world today to its origin before Cyrus the Great. Focus on how to use Herodotus and building knowledge of his characteristics as a historian.

This poster is a PDF and can be used in a World History class. It was designed as a 18x24 inch poster but could be stretched to fit other sizes as well.

Are you learning Persian? Are you looking for a fun way to learn Persian? I have developed a way to learn different languages based on my experience as an ESL teacher. This pack has 57 different settings for students to talk about in Persian. The worksheets themselves are in English and the students do need to translate the places and objects they see into Persian. At the end of the session, the students can play a fun game of word bingo to show they have mastered that day's vocabulary. Try it, it is a lot of fun for everyone! * Please note - these resources provide visual prompts, not specific language instruction. Persian Bingo pack: This is a simple starter game for students. There are 114 different pictures to choose from. Select a single picture and project the image on the wall or share it with the class as a handout. Let's Talk in Persian!: This set of cards looks at 57 different settings. The teacher describes something in the top card. The students then use this to model a sentence using the bottom set of pictures. There are lots of things to see and describe in every picture. When the students have completed this task, they can repeat it by working in pairs to discuss each picture. Let's Write in Persian pack: There are lots of ways of using this teaching pack. It could be used as writing assessment for students learning Persian. The students could write about a topic in Persian before and then after a topic, using the second worksheet at the end of the topic.

suitable for year 5 or 6 social studies unit on ancient greece.

A comprehension worksheet for students to use when watching the following video from YouTube. Through it, students will gain a chronological understanding of the key events in the Greco-Persian Wars. They will develop an awareness of the significant consequences of the changes resulting from this time. It includes a paragraph response section at the end for students to demonstrate their learning.

In this activity, students will gain a chronological understanding of the key events in the Greco-Persian Wars. They will develop an awareness of the significant consequences of the changes resulting from this time. It has 20 questions for students to answers, as well as a paragraph response section for them to demonstrate their understanding of the topic.