From Soggy Fields to Scepters-Ancient Governments Explained!
In my class, students uncover how ancient governments emerged to solve real-world challenges like irrigation and trade, forming the first city-states. Learn the practical origins of governance, making history engaging for young minds!
Rick Hudgel
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(15)
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursMastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. Summative assessment.Assessment
Students will receive a level of mastery mark upon the completion of their summative assessment.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner Level
Explore the foundations of ancient governments in my class, where students learn how early rulers tackled real-world problems like irrigation and trade to form the first city-states. Discover the practical origins of government, from organizing communal efforts to ensuring fair trade. Perfect for students interested in history, governance, and the roots of civilization! This class will have guided notes, discussion questions, and an online group or partnered activity. I will also send the student with some supplemental resources so they can continue to dig on their own! I will be a full participant in this class.
Learning Goals
Compare governmental structures and origins of early civilizations, (Egypt, China, India, Mesopotamia).Discuss the geographical characteristics that promoted growth of city-states.
Other Details
Learning Needs
This class can support most learning needs through technological intervention.
Parental Guidance
As always, parents are welcome to view the materials and provide feedback to the instructor if necessary.
Supply List
Access to a shared online document or virtual whiteboard (e.g., Google Docs) The lecture notes and guided notes from the lesson Internet access (optional for additional research)
Joined August, 2024
5.0
15reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Ohio Teaching Certificate
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Bachelor's degree in Integrated Social Studies
Master's degree in Educational Leadership and AdministrationReviews
Live One-Time Class
$10
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-13
2-18 learners per class
