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Primary Topic Shop is a team of two people. Richard is a primary teacher and Christa is a graphic designer and photojournalist. Between them, they have the unique ability to create original material for their units. It doesn't hurt they are both very interested in the subject matter! In fact, Richard and Christa lived in Egypt where Richard worked at a British School. Now they live in Scotland and are researching UK history.

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Primary Topic Shop is a team of two people. Richard is a primary teacher and Christa is a graphic designer and photojournalist. Between them, they have the unique ability to create original material for their units. It doesn't hurt they are both very interested in the subject matter! In fact, Richard and Christa lived in Egypt where Richard worked at a British School. Now they live in Scotland and are researching UK history.
Mesopotamia
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Mesopotamia

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Take a fascinating trip through antiquity with the help of our in-depth Mesopotamia resources! This bundle, which is ideal for middle school classes, is your one-stop shop for teaching students about the origins of civilization. Close Reading: Explore Mesopotamia’s rich history, geography, and culture. This bundle includes illustrated reading pages about the region’s main features, from the Tigris and Euphrates to life in a Sumerian city-state. No-prep Worksheets: Evaluation tools, such as worksheets, projects, and quizzes, help to gauge students’ comprehension. The purpose of assessments is to gauge critical thinking and comprehension. Engaging Exercises: Use a variety of activities to bring history to life. Students will actively participate in playing Mesopotamian games, debating the ethics of Hammurabi’s Code and writing a version of a Mesopotamian myth. Cross-Curricular Activities: This subject offers opportunities for cross-curricular linkages that go beyond history. Vocabulary definitions and activities are included in each resource. Students will correct the punctuation of the Enuma Elish, interpret the English translation of Hammurabi’s laws, debate the impact of Mesopotamian inventions on today’s world, analyse the character arc of Gilgamesh in the epic poem, and decorate a vase with elements from their own lives.
Daily Life in Mesopotamia
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Daily Life in Mesopotamia

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Immerse your students in the everyday lives of the first civilization in the world. Three reading pages cover aspects of Sumerian life including city life, the life of a farmer, social classes, home life, food, clothing and leisure time. Worksheets and activities reinforce the information. Also included are two printable versions of the Royal Game of Ur, possibly the oldest board game in the world. This is a fun, quick game to understand and play, similar to backgammon. Pages: 16 (including 2 answer sheets) Contents: 3 Information Handouts Vocabulary Page True or False Worksheet Multiple Choice Worksheet Compare and Contrast Activity Writing Challenge Printable Royal Game of Ur (differentiated versions) Royal Game of Ur Instructions (differentiated versions) Answer Sheets Terms of Use
Who Were The Mesopotamians?
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Who Were The Mesopotamians?

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The Mesopotamians were an ancient civilization who lived in the land between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers for several thousand years. This resource includes reading pages, vocabulary, worksheets, and two activities. Pages: 11 (including 4 answer sheets) Contents: 2 Information Handouts Vocabulary Page True or False Worksheet Comprehension Questions Worksheet Timeline Activity Word Search activity Answer Sheets Terms of Use
Mesopotamia: Epic of Gilgamesh
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Mesopotamia: Epic of Gilgamesh

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The Epic of Gilgamesh, written over 4,000 years ago, is often referred to as one of the earliest pieces of writing in human history. It tells the story of the heroic adventures of Gilgamesh, the king of Uruk in Mesopotamia. The epic poem was written in cuneiform, one of the earliest writing systems, on clay tablets. This resource includes reading pages, vocabulary, worksheets, and two writing activities. Pages: 14 (including 5 answer sheets) Contents: 3 Information Handouts Vocabulary Page Synonym Vocabulary Worksheet True or False Worksheet Comprehension Questions Worksheet Character Arc Activity Writing Challenge Answer Sheets Terms of Use
Mesopotamian Inventions
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Mesopotamian Inventions

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Discover the fascinating world of Mesopotamian innovations with this comprehensive teaching resource. Engage your students in a journey through time as they explore the important inventions that emerged in ancient Mesopotamia, shaping the course of history and influencing our present-day lives. Pages: 18 (including 3 answer sheets) Contents: 5 Information Handouts Vocabulary Page Vocabulary Crossword True or False Worksheet Comprehension Questions Worksheet Debate Activity Sundial Making Activity (Two Versions) Activity Lesson Plans Answer Sheets Terms of Use Resource Highlights: In-Depth Exploration: Delve into the wheel, writing, maps, the sail, weapons, wine and beer, irrigation, the city, and time tracking. Each section provides historical context, technological evolution, and societal impacts. Engaging Activities: Reinforce learning with various activities, including a vocabulary crossword, true or false worksheet, comprehension questions worksheet, debate activity, and a sundial making activity with two versions. Lesson Plans: Detailed lesson plans guide you through each activity, ensuring a seamless and comprehensive learning experience. These plans include step-by-step instructions for the debate activity and sundial making activity. Assessment Tools: Evaluate student understanding with answer sheets provided for all activities. Monitor comprehension, vocabulary retention, and critical thinking skills through purposeful assessment. Integration of Multiple Subjects: Seamlessly integrate history, science, and language arts with cross-curricular connections embedded throughout the resource. Legacies and Connections: Explore the lasting legacies of Mesopotamian innovations and their impact on civilizations throughout history. Stimulate critical thinking with reflections on the profound influence of these inventions on our modern world. Vocabulary Enrichment: Enhance students’ language skills with a dedicated vocabulary page containing definitions and synonyms related to the Mesopotamian inventions discussed.
Mesopotamia: Code of Hammurabi
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Mesopotamia: Code of Hammurabi

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The Code of Hammurabi was one of the world’s first legal codes. These Babylonian laws were inscribed in stone in the 18th century BCE (around 4,000 years ago). This resource includes reading pages, vocabulary, worksheets, and two classroom activities. Pages: 13 (including 3 answer sheets) Contents: 2 Information Handouts Vocabulary Page Synonym Vocabulary Worksheet True or False Worksheet Comprehension Questions Worksheet Debater Activity Classroom Code Activity Answer Sheets Terms of Use
Mesopotamian Gods and Goddesses
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Mesopotamian Gods and Goddesses

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Teach your student about the ancient religion of Mesopotamia and the pantheon of gods and goddesses they worshiped. Includes an introduction with an explanation of a ziggurat, a reading page of the Babylonian version of the creation myth (Enuma Elish), brief descriptions of nine gods and goddesses, a vocabulary page with descriptions, worksheets and activities. Pages: 16 (including 5 answer sheets) Contents: 4 Information Handouts Vocabulary Page Matching Activity Multiple Choice Worksheet Fact File Activity 3 differentiated punctuation and capitalization worksheets Writing Challenge Answer Sheets Terms of Use
Ancient Chinese Dynasties
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Ancient Chinese Dynasties

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The Xin, Shang, Zhou, Qin, and Han Dynasties are examined in this introduction to the Ancient China Resource Bundle. There is a brief introduction about dynasties and the Mandate of Heaven, followed by a short reading passage about each dynasty. Vocabulary words are highlighted in the text and vocabulary word definitions are included, along with a synonym wordsearch. There are differentiated comprehension questions and two activities. Pages: 14 (including 4 answer sheets) Contents: 3 Information Handouts Vocabulary Page Synonym Wordsearch Multiple Choice Worksheet Comprehension Questions Worksheet Timeline Activity Fact File Activity Answer Sheets Terms of Use
Origins of Halloween Handout, Game and Poster Bundle
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Origins of Halloween Handout, Game and Poster Bundle

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This bundle includes an information handout, activities, worksheets, a game and a poster. The information handout explores the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, the Roman festivals that influenced the Celts, the Christian All Saints’ Day and later traditions brought by Irish and Scottish immigrants to North America. The game is a fun Bobbing for Apples Quiz Game, where students have to “bob for apples” (pick a letter card) and spell the answer to a quiz question. This can be played by individual students in stations, or by teams in a class. The poster features a timeline that explores the origins of Halloween and how the traditions have changed over time. The size of the poster is 11 x 17 inches but it is a scalable vector so it could easily be printed bigger or smaller. Pages: 15 + poster Contents 1 Information Handout 3 Fill In The Timeline Activities (Differentiated) 1 Comprehension Questions 1 Multiple Choice Questions Bobbing For Apples Quiz Game Answer Sheets Poster
The Five Senses
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The Five Senses

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Introducing our comprehensive bundle of 5 PDF resources for teachers on the 5 senses. Designed for students in grades 4-6, each resource focuses on one of the senses: sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell. Each resource in the bundle includes reading passages accompanied by colorful illustrations and photos. These passages cover all the main concepts related to the senses, including how each of the senses works, the organs involved in each sense, and the role of the brain in processing sensory information. Simple diagrams of the organs are provided, making it easy for students to visualize and understand how each organ works in regard to the sense. Concepts like light and sound are explained in simple terms, ensuring that all students can grasp these fundamental concepts. Each resource also includes vocabulary activities, comprehension activities, and experiments to reinforce the vocabulary and concepts introduced in the reading passages. These activities are designed to be engaging and interactive, making learning about the senses fun and memorable. Answer sheets are included with each resource, making it easy for teachers to assess student understanding and track progress. These resources are ideal for independent work packets, as part of a homeschooling curriculum, or as sub plans.
The Sense of Taste
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The Sense of Taste

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This resource explores how the sense of taste works. The pdf includes reading pages about the tongue, smell & taste, taste buds and taste papillae. Vocabulary definitions are provided for reference, including a short activity and a cryptic word search. In addition, there are comprehension worksheets and experiments where students can put their sense of taste to the test. Pages: 17 (including 6 answer pages) Contents: 3 Information Pages Vocabulary Page & Activity Cryptic Crossword Differentiated Flavor Sorting True or False Worksheet Matching Activity Exploring Taste Activity Taste & Smell Experiment Answer Sheets
The Sense of Hearing
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The Sense of Hearing

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This resource explores how the sense of hearing works. The PDF includes reading pages about the sound, amplitude, frequency, parts of the ear, and locating sound. Vocabulary definitions are provided for reference. In addition, there are comprehension worksheets, activities and experiments where students can put their sense of hearing to the test. Pages: 17 (including 6 answer pages) Contents: 3 Information Pages Vocabulary Page & Activity Cryptic Crossword Differentiated Flavor Sorting True or False Worksheet Matching Activity Exploring Taste Activity Taste & Smell Experiment Answer Sheets
Origins of St. Patrick's Day
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Origins of St. Patrick's Day

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This printable PDF includes an information handout, differentiated comprehension worksheets, and an art activity. The information consists of a brief passage on the life of St. Patrick, the early celebrations, as well as symbolism and colors associated with the holiday. Pages: 6 including 2 answer sheets Contents 1 Information Handout 1 Comprehension Questions 1 Multiple Choice 1 Art Activity 2 Answer Sheets
Viking Sagas
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Viking Sagas

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The Viking Sagas lesson covers a brief history of sagas and examples of a legendary saga, and a historical saga. It includes a write your own saga activity. Pages: 8 (including 2 answer sheets) Contents: Information Pages Comprehension Questions Write Your Own Saga Activities Color Puzzle Creation Saga Drawing Answer Sheets All photos, illustrations and text are original by Christa Galloway, Primary Topic Shop.
The Rosetta Stone
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The Rosetta Stone

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The Rosetta Stone lesson includes facts about the Rosetta Stone and the story of the Rosetta Stone. The activities included are a reading response, find the definition, find the synonym and crack the code. Pages: 10 (including 3 answer sheets) Contents: Information Page Story of the Rosetta Stone (Close Reading) Reading Response Questions Find The Definition Activity Find The Synonym Activity Crack The Code Activity More Decoding Answer Sheets Reviews from teachers: *Attractively done, with great content and engaging activities! -Martha S. * Challenging and helpful for studying with my 3rd grade gifted students -Jen W. This is a fantastic resource for sixth grade Social Studies! -Meghan D.
Ancient Egyptian Mummification
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Ancient Egyptian Mummification

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This resource delves into the ancient Egyptian beliefs and practices surrounding the afterlife, including the origins of mummification, the process of mummification, the use of canopic jars, funerary rituals, the Book of the Dead, and the Underworld. It includes worksheets with various types of questions, such as multiple-choice, crossword, and an activity where students must arrange the steps of mummification in the correct order. Pages: 9 (including 3 answer sheets) Contents: 3 Information Pages 1 Crossword 1 Steps of Mummification Activity 1 Multiple Choice 3 Answer Sheets
The Sense of Touch
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The Sense of Touch

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This resource delves into the workings of touch, including the skin and touch receptors. It covers the parts of the skin such as epidermis, dermis, hypodermis and the different types of touch receptors like mechanoreceptors, thermoreceptors, and nociceptors. It includes a vocabulary page with definitions and a synonym unscramble activity to aid in learning new words. The resource also includes comprehension activities, worksheets and three fun experiments to help students understand the topic better. Pages: 17 (including 4 answer pages) Contents: 3 Information Pages Vocabulary Page Vocabulary Worksheet True or False Worksheet Matching Activity Fill in the Labels Activity Texture and Shape Experiment Fool Your Sense Experiment Receptor Density Experiment Experiment Notes Teacher Page Answer Sheets
The Sense of Smell
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The Sense of Smell

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This resource delves into the workings of the sense of smell, with a focus on olfactory receptors and the nose. It includes vocabulary definitions and an activity, as well as comprehension worksheets and interactive games for students to test their understanding. Pages: 12 (including 4 answer pages) Contents: 2 Information Pages Vocabulary Page & Activity Parts of the Nose Diagram Activity True or False Worksheet Matching Activity Smell Challenge Smell Memory Game Answer Sheets
Ancient China
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Ancient China

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This bundle includes all of our resources on Ancient China. Each resource is a PDF file that contains illustrated reading passages, definitions of vocabulary words, vocabulary and comprehension worksheets, activities and answer sheets. The materials are easy to understand and are ideal for use as a no-prep, self-directed work packet. The bundle includes resources on Ancient China’s dynasties, the Chinese calendar, Terracotta Warriors, the Great Wall of China, Confucius, and the Silk Road, as well as a resource from our Women of Ancient History set on Fu Hao.
Ancient China - Chinese Dynasties
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Ancient China - Chinese Dynasties

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This introduction to the Ancient China Resource Bundle explores the five Ancient Chinese dynasties; the Xin, Shang, Zhou, Qin and Han Dynasties. There is a brief about dynasties and the Mandate of Heaven, followed by a short reading passage about each dynasty. Vocabulary words are highlighted in the text and vocabulary word definitions are included, along with a synonym wordsearch. There are differentiated comprehension questions and two activities. Pages: 14 (including 4 answer sheets) Contents: 3 Information Handouts Vocabulary Page Synonym Wordsearch Multiple Choice Worksheet Comprehension Questions Worksheet Timeline Activity Fact File Activity Answer Sheets Terms of Use