Ancient Civilizations
Grade 6 Social Studies · Nova Scotia, Canada
Explore the great civilizations of the ancient world.
Lessons
Mesopotamia
Mesopotamia, located between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, is often called the cradle of civilization because many firsts in human history happened there.
Ancient Egypt
Ancient Egypt thrived along the Nile River for thousands of years, known for its pyramids, pharaohs, and advances in writing and medicine.
Ancient Greece
Ancient Greece gave the world democracy, philosophy, the Olympic Games, and lasting contributions to art, science, and literature.
Ancient Rome
Ancient Rome grew from a small city into a vast empire, leaving lasting impacts on law, engineering, language, and government.
Ancient China
Ancient China produced inventions like paper, silk, and gunpowder and was governed by a series of powerful dynasties.
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The Ancient Civilizations chapter covers multiple lessons aligned to the Nova Scotia curriculum. Browse all lessons below to see the full topic list.
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Yes, Ancient Civilizations is part of the official Grade 6 Social Studies curriculum in Nova Scotia, Canada.