Students will do a presentation on the role of geography in ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt, and/or Africa. Sources for additional information on these regions include:
Egypt
A good collection of ideas and activities on ancient Egypt:
Teacher's Guide to "Mysteries of Egypt"
Geography and timeline information on Mesopotamia.
Africa
This Web site has extensive background information:
Incorporate ancient writing on clay tablets with the study of the Code of Hammurabi. Students can research cuneiform text or make up their own with a key to the meanings.
Lesson plan about Hammurabi and his Code. Includes many suggestions for learners of varied abilities:
Although this Web site targets high school teachers, it has a lot of useful ideas and a good list of resources:
Explore daily life and customs in Ancient Egypt.
Children and the Family in Ancient Egypt
