This powerpoint slide show provides a visual chronology of the concurrent timelines of the ancient civilizations mentioned in the National Curriculum: KS2 history. National Curriculum: Pupils should be taught about- the achievements of the earliest civilizations – an overview of where and when the first civilizations appeared and a depth study of one of the following: Ancient Sumer; The Indus Valley; Ancient Egypt; The Shang Dynasty of Ancient China The powerpoint is richly animated and provides opportunity to embed chronological understanding as the achievements of these early civilizations are explored. Timelines are shown using similar bars, colours and ribbons as other widely available resources from reputable sources so that they can be used together. Images and information are taken from Wiki creative commons. Further timelines on specific history units are also available.

Jumping on the Wordle bandwagon with this simple resource. Think of your own word and allow students to make guesses. Cover the letters with the semi transparent squares