See also my related world literature courses and DBQ writing.  

This fun 8 week semester course will cover the basics of Ancient Civilizations.  What does "civilization" mean?  How is it achieved? 
 What factors influence the development of a civilization?  We will discuss what are the requirements to be considered a "civilization," how did the first civilizations develop, what features did they share and what were their differences.  We will explore a variety of civilizations from around the world as we discuss the themes and ideas of "civilization."  In class we will discuss, look at images, and read primary documents and short pieces of literature to help the students understand the values and elements of each of these societies we are exploring.  Students will begin to explore the idea of "doing history" by thinking about the information available and the concepts of history means in a fun and exciting way.  I love to share my passion for history with students and develop a strong love of history and the story of humanity around the world.    This class is ESL friendly.

Week 1-We will discuss the idea of "civilization"-what is it, characteristics, and the Neolithic Revolution
Week 2-Mesopotamia
Week 3-Egypt
Week 4-China
Week 5-Indus Valley
Week 6-Persia
Week 7-Maya
Week 8-Greece