Hammurabi's Code Lessons

Explore Hammurabi's Code Lessons

Hammurabi's Code presentations available through Wayground (formerly Quizizz) provide comprehensive visual learning resources that bring one of history's most significant legal documents to life for students. These structured instructional materials guide learners through the fundamental principles of ancient Babylonian law, exploring the 282 laws carved into stone around 1750 BCE. Through concept explanation and visual learning approaches, these presentations help students understand the revolutionary nature of written law, the principle of proportional justice, and the social hierarchy reflected in Hammurabi's legal system. The visual format enables students to examine primary source excerpts, understand the Code's influence on modern legal systems, and develop critical thinking skills about justice, governance, and ancient civilizations. Wayground supports educators with millions of teacher-created presentation resources that make ancient legal concepts accessible and engaging for diverse learning needs. The platform's robust search and filtering capabilities allow teachers to locate presentations aligned with specific standards and curriculum requirements, while customization tools enable adaptation for different skill levels and learning objectives. Teachers can deliver these presentations through flexible digital formats that accommodate various classroom environments, from whole-group instruction to individual student exploration. These comprehensive presentation collections support lesson planning by providing ready-to-use visual content, facilitate remediation through step-by-step concept breakdown, and enable enrichment activities that deepen student understanding of ancient legal principles and their lasting impact on civilization.