by Christa Galloway | Mar 1, 2019 | Ancient Egypt
When we lived in Egypt, we were lucky enough to visit many ancient sites, some more than 4,500 years old. We have used the photos and knowledge we gained during these travels to make our Ancient Egypt teaching resources. Pyramids were built as tombs for royalty....
by Christa Galloway | Feb 21, 2019 | Ancient Romans, Resource of the Week
In this lesson, students learn about the Roman gods and goddesses, sacrifices, temples, festivals, shrines and the Greek influence on Roman gods. This PDF includes information handouts, a fact file activity, a printable memory card game, match the Roman and Greek god...
by Christa Galloway | Feb 20, 2019 | Vikings
Viking women were no shrinking violets. A Viking woman could inherit property, own a business and run the farm. If her husband mistreated her she could leave him, taking her property with her. Here are ten facts about Viking women that just might surprise you! 1....
by Christa Galloway | Feb 20, 2019 | Ancient Romans
The main Roman gods and goddesses were ‘adopted’ from the Greeks with a few tweaks, nonetheless, they are interesting characters. Here are a few fun facts about the Roman god Mars: 1. Mars was the god of war. Mars was mostly revered as the...
by Christa Galloway | Feb 20, 2019 | Classroom Activities
Make papyrus like the ancient Egyptians did! This is a fun activity for everyone in the classroom. Students can add their personal touch with whatever painting or drawing they choose to make on their handmade paper. The papyrus plant is harder to come by these days,...
