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Hammurabi's Code Farming Laws Primary Source DBQ Code of Hammurabi 6th Grade
The Code of Hammurabi included 282 laws, with more than 60 related to agriculture in Mesopotamia. Students analyze a representative sample of Hammurabi’s farming laws to form a picture of the importance of agriculture to Ancient Mesopotamians. Then, your students learn to grow barley as they analyze the "Farmer's Instructions,” a Primary Source letter from a Mesopotamian farmer to his son. These Primary Source DBQs are the perfect complement to your Ancient Mesopotamia Geography and Agricultur
6th - 9th
Ancient History, Geography, Social Studies
CCSS
RI.6.1
, RI.6.2
, RI.6.4
+11
Hammurabi's Law Code Primary Source DBQ Code of Hammurabi Activity 6th Grade
Engage your 6th graders with this Code of Hammurabi Primary Source DBQ & You Be the Judge Activity! It's a perfect complement to your Mesopotamia Empires unit. Your students analyze a representative cross section of Hammurabi's Code to form a picture of Mesopotamian society. Then they become the judge as they apply Hammurabi's Code to rule on 8 hypothetical ancient cases. What's Included:12-page Reading including Historical Background and exerts from Hammurabi's Code. A 7-page Document Based Que
6th - 9th
Ancient History, Geography, Social Studies
CCSS
RH.6-8.1
, RH.6-8.2
, RH.6-8.3
+4
Hammurabi’s Code & Babylon: Primary Source Analysis and Creative
Engage your students with this reading-based, skills-driven lesson on Babylon & Hammurabi’s Code. This complete packet guides students through the rise of Babylon, the structure of Babylonian society, and the key principles of Hammurabi’s Code while helping them draw connections to their own school community. As a beginning-of-the-year activity, this lesson doubles as a way to reinforce classroom culture by having students design their own “School Code Stele” based on values they think are most
8th - 12th
Ancient History, Geography, World History
Hammurabi's Code Scaffolded Primary Source Analysis + Paragraph
This no prep, highly scaffolded activity allows students to make their own judgements about Hammurabi's Code and will engage your students in active discussion and debate! In a color-coded graphic organizer, students will read laws from Hammurabi's Code, paraphrase those laws, and explain their reasoning as to whether the laws should be considered just! Then, students will write an argumentative paragraph justifying their claim with evidence and analysis. They will use another color-cod
5th - 7th
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.4
, CCRA.W.1
+8
Hammurabi's Code Primary Source Analysis Activity
Primary source analysis is the key to historical study. It’s how historians piece together narratives about the past, and it’s imperative to let students in a history course practice. After studying Ancient Mesopotamia, give these handouts to students. They read the selection from Hammurabi’s Code and then complete the questions and foldable graphic organizers. ***This is a part of the following $$$ saving bundles:*** Ancient Civilizations Interactive NotebookWorld History Interactive Notebook M
7th - 10th
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.1
, RH.6-8.2
, RH.6-8.5
+3
Hammurabi’s Code: Primary Source Law Analysis & Reflection Questions
Be sure to follow my store for flash sales and new products and updates!OverviewThis assignment challenges students to explore the Code of Hammurabi through a structured mix of primary source analysis, critical thinking, and reflective writing. Students are presented with 15 historical scenarios modeled on actual laws from Hammurabi’s code and must determine the corresponding law number and punishment. Each scenario includes a reflection prompt encouraging deeper thinking about justice, fair
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Ancient History, Criminal Justice - Law, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.1
, RH.6-8.2
, RH.6-8.6
+5
Also included in: Ancient Civilizations Mega Unit Bundle
Hammurabi's Code Common Core Reading and Questions(Primary Source)
*****UPDATED WITH KEY*****
The Global Guys have put together a great Common Core reading based on selected sections of Hammurabi's Code with defined vocabulary. Using our Prove or Disprove method students are asked to participate in a close reading of the text in order to examine and analyze the big ideas of the law code. The beauty of this lesson is that the students have to support their answers with evidence from the text and use this data to complete a writing assignment in which they mo
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
CCSS
RH.9-10.1
, RH.9-10.4
, RH.9-10.8
+1
Hammurabi’s Code - Primary Source Analysis - Printable Worksheet
This comprehensive resource is perfect for bringing ancient Mesopotamian law and early legal systems into your classroom through direct engagement with primary sources. The packet includes excerpts from Hammurabi’s Code, organised for accessibility, along with thoughtful comprehension and analysis questions. Designed for middle and high school learners, this activity helps students explore early concepts of justice, social class structure, and the intersection of religion and law. It works well
7th - 9th
Ancient History, Civics, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.1
, RH.6-8.2
, RH.6-8.4
+3
Translating Hammurabi's Code to Vernacular: Mesopotamia Primary Source Activity
***Google Classroom Compatible – these Microsoft Word documents can also be saved as Google Docs and used in Google or other digital classrooms ***Google Classroom Compatible – these Microsoft PowerPoint files can also be saved as Google Slides and used in Google or other digital classrooms This activity allows students to look at a sample of Hammurabi's Code and then translate seven of them into their own words. Graphic Organizer Print outs are provided in both PDF and MS WORD format. Also, s
5th - 7th
Ancient History, Social Studies
Also included in: 6TH GRADE ANCIENT HISTORY - THE ULTIMATE BUNDLE OF 275 RESOURCES
Hammurabi's Code Primary Source Reading
Hammurabi's Code is one of the earliest written forms of laws and punishments in the world. It is full of interesting, yet cruel laws and punishments that will open the eyes and mouths of your students! This resource looks at a selection of Hammurabi's Code and provides comprehension and critical thinking questions along the way. I made sure to include the most historically relevant, yet the odd examples of his Code. Answer key included. This primary source follows the reading strategy of SOA
8th - 11th
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
Hammurabi's Code Primary Source DBQ Activity (Google Docs Fillable!)
Ready to be added to your Google Classroom! Explore the world’s first written legal system with this engaging primary source activity! Perfect for middle and high school social studies, students will analyze excerpts from Hammurabi’s Code to evaluate justice, fairness, and daily life in ancient Mesopotamia. Includes background information, simplified laws, and guided questions for close reading and critical thinking. Students will practice historical analysis while debating whether Hammur
6th - 9th
Ancient History, Close Reading, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.1
, RH.6-8.2
, RH.6-8.9
Primary Source: Hammurabi's Code
Two activities in one. Activity is based on reading and interpreting primary sources using first the Code of Hammurabi, and then comparing that to the Torah. Excerpts from both the Code of Hammurabi and the Torah are included.
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
CCSS
RI.9-10.1
, RI.9-10.2
, RI.9-10.3
+38
Hammurabi's Code Primary Source Analysis Activity
Students will read and analyze 14 laws from the Code of Hammurabi from a unit on Mesopotamia by explaining why they think each was written/included and then either writing the law in modern day terminology or writing a modern day equivalent of that item. They will also answer 5 questions and complete a task. The answers are included where appropriate and this would be great for a sub! See the preview for a closer look! You might be interested in: Extension Tasks for Primary SourcesResources
6th - 10th
Ancient History, Geography, Social Studies
Hammurabi's Law Code Primary Source Analysis
Hammurabi's Law Code is one the first written law codes in history. It comprises of 282 laws written out in Akkadian cuneiform on a 2 metre tall diorite stele which was placed in a public place. To deter criminals, most of these laws are "lex talionis" (laws of retribution). The edicts range from family law, to professional contracts and criminal justice, often outlining different standards of justice for the three classes of Babylonian society—the propertied class, freedmen and slaves. It also
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Ancient History, Social Studies
CCSS
RI.11-12.1
, RH.11-12.1
, RH.11-12.2
+1
Primary Source Analysis: Hammurabi's Code
This assignment is an awesome resource for helping middle grade and high school students develop an understanding of working with primary sources. This assignment fits into any unit discussing the ancient world and laws. Use this after students have a general understanding of what civilizations is, what the six social institutions are, and after developing an understanding of social hierarchy. This assignment will take at least one class session if engaged with effectively. With middle grade stu
7th - 10th
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
CCSS
CCRA.L.3
, CCRA.L.6
Hammurabi's Code - Analyzing Primary Source
This activity includes some of Hammurabi's laws in Ancient Mesopotamia. Students will be asked to read, paraphrase and analyze these laws to learn about Babylonian society during this time. At the end of the activity, students will have the chance to develop a summary of their analysis. This file is a docx so you can modify it to your liking. Because of this, the formatting may be off-kilter and need to be adjusted.
5th - 12th
Ancient History, Government, Social Studies
Hammurabi’s Code Jigsaw Centers Inquiry-Based Social Studies Activity
Engage your students in the world of Hammurabi’s Code with this jigsaw-style inquiry-based activity, perfect for middle school social studies classrooms. This interactive lesson allows students to explore the laws and values of ancient Mesopotamia while developing critical thinking and collaborative skills. Designed as a center-based activity, students will analyze excerpts from Hammurabi’s Code, discuss its fairness, and connect it to the development of legal systems. Ideal for teaching about e
6th - 8th
Ancient History, Government, Social Studies
CCSS
RH.6-8.2
, RH.6-8.3
, RH.6-8.4
+8
How does Hammurabi's Code still influence how we create and enforce laws?
*This package contains a handout (in four formats: Apple Pages, Word, PDF, and Google Doc) and a PowerPoint (also available as an Apple Keynote). *You may edit the Word Doc to meet your students’ needs. *You may copy+paste and/or adapt the following information into your lesson plans. GLOBAL 9, UNIT 1EARLY CIVILIZATIONSLESSON 6 AIM: How does Hammurabi's Code still influence how we create and enforce laws?✅ ACTIVITY 1 — TEXT ANALYSIS: Students will read a text and answer questions. Can be compl
6th - 12th
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
Also included in: Early Civilizations (Egypt, Mesopotamia): Complete Bundled Resource
Hammurabi's Codes Activity l Ancient Mesopotamia Government Activities Sumerian
This Hammurabi's Code Activity ( Ancient Mesopotamian Sumerian Government) is engaging and easy to implement! Were Hammurabi's Codes Fair? Students decide and defend a claim with primary sources! Students analyze short, chunked primary sources and evaluate if they were fair with a checklist. Then, students use a stem-sentence structured response to support their ideas. This great, scaffolded activity is easy to teach and inspires thought! This activity previously had 135 5-star reviews on TP
5th - 8th
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
CCSS
WHST.6-8.1
, WHST.6-8.1a
, WHST.6-8.1b
+10
Hammurabi’s Code and Ten Commandments Compare and Contrast Mini DBQ Activity
Compare Hammurabi’s Code and the Ten Commandments with this ready-to-use Mini-DBQ worksheet—perfect for middle school social studies or ancient civilizations lessons. This printable or digital activity helps students analyze primary sources and develop critical thinking skills while learning about Mesopotamia, early law codes, and world religions. This resource includes primary source excerpts and guiding questions that help students examine similarities and differences between two foundational
6th - 8th
Ancient History, Social Studies, Writing
CCSS
RH.6-8.1
, RH.6-8.2
, RH.6-8.4
+7
Mesopotamia Primary & Secondary Source Analysis
Students will analyze five different documents- primary and secondary sources relating to Ancient Mesopotamian History. The documents include a pdf of the following: Hammurabi's Code excerpt, Epic of Gilgamesh Excerpt, Before/After photos of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon with caption description, Assyrian Conquest Stone carving, and a news article regarding ISIS destroying Mesopotamian artifacts (Feb. 2015).
Students will receive a handout in which they will answer questions to analyze the do
6th - 10th
Ancient History, Asian Studies, Social Studies
Hammurabi’s Code & Ten Commandments Bundle | Mesopotamia Law Activity & DBQ
Engage your students in the fascinating world of ancient law with this Hammurabi’s Code and Ten Commandments Bundle! This bundle takes students from a hands-on, inquiry-based exploration of Babylonian justice to a high-level primary source comparison between the Code of Hammurabi and the Ten Commandments. Perfect for middle school social studies, this resource simplifies complex primary sources, making them accessible for 6th-8th grade learners while maintaining historical depth. ✅ What‘s Insi
6th - 8th
Ancient History, Other (Social Studies), World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.1
, RH.6-8.2
, RH.6-8.3
+19
Hammurabi's Code and the Babylonian Empire
Students get more fired-up arguing about ancient Babylonian laws than you would have thought possible with the fun debate activity included in this lesson! The bundle includes a complete, detailed lesson plan with teacher notes and class questions, a corresponding PowerPoint presentation, a fun 4 Corners Debate activity, and a primary source investigation in which students read and respond to excerpts from Hammurabi's Code. This lesson is ideal for engaging all kinds of learners, involving visu
7th - 10th
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
The 10 Commandments & Hammurabi's Code - Comparison Worksheet
A primary source analysis worksheet that gives students the opportunity to compare and contrast the 10 Commandments with Hammurabi's Code. This is a great activity to promote active reading comprehension, and leads to a great discussion about how Judaism influences other cultures throughout western civilization. This is part of a larger collection of Ancient World History primary sources. Save money and time buy purchasing the whole collection here: Ancient World History: A Collection of Primary
9th - 12th
Religion, Social Studies, World History
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