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World History

Ancient India

Grades 6-8
4 lessons

Unit Overview

This unit introduces Ancient Indian Civilization in line with standards for World History grade 7 (in some states grades 6 or 8).

It covers the history of the civilizations, an introduction to Hindu concepts, ancient Indian societies, and the place of ancient India in global trade networks. 3 lesson plans are sequential, allowing an educator to explore a variety of concepts with students. 1 lesson plan is designed as a single-lesson overview.

Lesson Plans (PDF):

  • Ancient Indian Civilizations
  • Dharmic Foundational Concepts
  • Understanding Social Structures in Ancient India
  • Hindu Concepts Beyond the Indian Subcontinent

Supplemental Materials (PDF):

  • What is Hindu Dharma
  • Exploring the Core Concepts of Hindu Dharma
  • Understanding Social Structures in Ancient India
  • Hindu Concepts Beyond the Indian Subcontinent
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World History​

Introduction to Ancient Indian Civilizations

Grade Level: 6-8
Overview of this Unit
This unit introduces Ancient Indian Civilization in line with standards for World History grade 7 (in some states grades 6 or 8).
It covers the history of the civilizations, an introduction to Hindu concepts, ancient Indian societies, and the place of ancient India in global trade networks. 3 lesson plans are sequential, allowing an educator to explore a variety of concepts with students. 1 lesson plan is designed as a single-lesson overview.

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