Art of the ancient Near East: a resource for educators

Goals and design of this resource

Maps of the ancient Near East

The ancient Near East

Resources in the ancient Near East

A chronology of the ancient Near East

Introduction to ancient Near Eastern art and archaeology. Uncovering the ancient Near East through archaeology

A brief history of the ancient Near East. Dating the ancient Near East

Cuneiform messages

Animals and humans

The royal image

Communicating with the divine

Materials and techniques

Descriptions of the works of art

Quick list of the works of art

Descriptions of the works of art

Classroom applications

Curriculum connections

Lesson plans. Writing and art

The multifaceted animal

The royal image

Gods, goddesses, and the supernatural

Classroom activities

Topics for discussion.