History 1&2 Indus & Yellow River Valleys

Just as the Assyrian and Babylonians lived in Mesopotamia, and Egyptians lived near the Nile, civilizations around the world continued to form primarily around rivers.  The Harappan people settled in the Indus River Valley, and the people of China settled between the Yellow and Yangtzee rivers. 

In class activities:

• Discussed the necessity of water
• Learned about the abrupt end of Mahanjero-Daro
• Folded origami
• Played a panda-ball review game
• Discussed the elements of civilization 
• Briefly learned about the differences between Indian and Chinese religions

Optional lesson extension activities:

• Try your luck - Play this online ancient Indus valley trading game : 
• Read online about the development of Sanskrit, the Indus written language
• Watch the Disney movie, Mulan, but first read the true story - can you spot the errors as you enjoy the film?

Assignment:

• History cards OT 14-18
• Practice your timeline