Process & Resources
Review the information that you have learned about ancient Israel, in particular Chapter 10 "The Hebrew Kingdoms" in World History: Ancient Civilizations.
After you finish reviewing, you will begin your research.
Click on Travel Journal to get to your resources and worksheets.
Travel Journal: A Journey to King Solomon's Temple
As a student traveling in ancient Israel, you will need to learn about daily life in the area, the preparations required for a journey to Jerusalem, and the significance of King Solomon and his temple. The more information you have, the more interesting your letter will be.
After you finish reviewing, you will begin your research.
Click on Travel Journal to get to your resources and worksheets.
Travel Journal: A Journey to King Solomon's Temple
As a student traveling in ancient Israel, you will need to learn about daily life in the area, the preparations required for a journey to Jerusalem, and the significance of King Solomon and his temple. The more information you have, the more interesting your letter will be.
Research
You will examine the resources listed in your travel journal and then record what you find on your
worksheet. Use as much detail as possible to answer the questions. Look for information that will
help you describe daily life in ancient Israel as well as the farmers' preparation for their journey,
and the significance of King Solomon and his temple. Then use the journal to help you organize and
write your letter.
ALERT! It is highly recommended that you visit the Evaluation section
before researching and writing your letter.
Write the Letter
Once you have finished your research and answered the questions in your journal, begin your
letter. Remember, the letter is to your family so it does not need to be as formal as one
to a mentor or teacher.
Begin the letter with a salutation, or greeting, and then write an introduction that describes where you are.
After the introduction, write about a single topic. When you have finished, move on to the next topic, and so on. This is called topical organization because you move from one topic to the next.
Close your letter with any concluding thoughts you have about your journey and a few personal comments to family members.
Begin the letter with a salutation, or greeting, and then write an introduction that describes where you are.
After the introduction, write about a single topic. When you have finished, move on to the next topic, and so on. This is called topical organization because you move from one topic to the next.
Close your letter with any concluding thoughts you have about your journey and a few personal comments to family members.
Peer Review
Once you have finished your letter, partner with a classmate and read your letters aloud
to each other. Give your partner feedback on how interesting and informative the letter is and offer any suggestions for improvement. Be sure to point
out parts of the letter that you really liked. Then, read over your partner's letter and
correct any mistakes of grammar, punctuation, or spelling you find.