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Create A Civilization

Students create their own civilization to mirror the history that you’re studying.

Create A Civilization Introduction

Part 1: Create A Civilization Introduction

Your students build a civilization from scratch — rivers, flags, calendars, currency, government. Social studies, science, and writing woven into one year-long project.

 Create A Civilization: The River

Part 2: Create A Civilization: The River

The Nile, the Tigris, the Euphrates, the Seine, the Thames, and now… your river!

 Create A Civilization: From Hunter Gatherers to Farmers

Part 3: Create A Civilization: From Hunter Gatherers to Farmers

What happens when your civilization suddenly has a surplus of food? Think of the possibilities!

 Create A Civilization: A Change In Government

Part 4: Create A Civilization: A Change In Government

It’s a great moment for your civilization! Power is moving from the hands of a few to a more democratic government.

 Create A Civilization: Currency

Part 5: Create A Civilization: Currency

What type of currency will your civilization use? What symbols will be on it? Why are they significant?

 Create A Civilization: Calendars

Part 6: Create A Civilization: Calendars

Why 12 months? Why 30ish days? Why 7 days in a week? Your civilization could organize a year in any way you want!

 Create A Civilization: Design A Flag

Part 7: Create A Civilization: Design A Flag

What makes for a good flag? What makes a bad flag?

 Create A Civ: Capital City

Part 8: Create A Civ: Capital City

Every great capital is part geography, part human design. Research real ones, then build your own from scratch.