Lesson Plan

Introduction

Ancient Mesopotamia

Ancient Mesopotamia refers to the place where humans first formed civilizations. It was here that people first gathered in large cities, learned to write, and created governments. For this reason Mesopotamia is often called the "Cradle of Civilization".

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The Civilization of Sumer

The Epic of Gilgamesh

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Sumer in Pictures

Picture Quiz