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Grade 8, Social Studies Std 7.1: Tracing important aspects of the diffusion of Christianity, including its relationship to Judaism, missionary impulse, organizational development, transition form prosecution to acceptance in the Roman Empire, and church doctrine

Lesson Plans: Lesson 1: Peter & Paul and the Christian Revolution Students will be able to identify modern religious, political and social movements, create parallels with the religious expansion of Christianity due to Peter and Paul, and, finally, research and evaluate the success of modern movements. Lesson 2: The Way In this lesson, students will identify the geographic perimeters of the Roman Empire and be able to identify major cities within the empire, trace the movement of Paul, and use primary sources.

Resources: Roman Empire Map This map is clickable by province. By clicking within the borders of a certain province on the map, or by clicking on the name of the province below the map, you can link to the resources on the Web that are related to that province of the Roman Empire. Rome Virtual Tours This site features 360 degree panoramic views of some of Rome's most famous sites. Territorial Expansion of the Roman World Text provides the background of the Roman expansion from early Roman rule through the late Roman Empire. The Romans From the BBC education site, this page explains who the Romans were, what the empire and the republic were, and presents the emperors, senators, Roman leisure, education, and religion. Also includes maps. Maps of the Roman Empire Links to various maps related to the Roman Empire. Pages may be slow to load because of the map graphics. From Jesus to Christ: The First Christians Part of PBS's Frontline series, this site explores archeological clues to Jesus' life, paints a portrait of his world, examines of the gospels and first Christians, and discusses why Christianity succeeded. There are also maps, a timeline, an anthology of primary sources, a discussion forum, and a biblical quiz. The Christian Catacombs of Rome This site discusses the history, importance as historical evidence of the catacombs and life and martyrdom in the early Christian Church. Anno Domini: Jesus Through the Centuries This link provides an exhibit which explores Jesus through several themes. Ad Hoc: Resources for Teaching and Research relating to the History of Christianity This site has a nice selection of internet sites and electronic sites relating to history of Christianity.
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