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Hindu Gods Texts

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This packet contains information about three Hindu gods: Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma. For each god, there is a one-pager about their origin story, purpose, and appearance. There is also a page for each with key images. These materials could be used

Subjects:

World History, Other (Social Studies - History), Religion

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Judaism Beliefs/Practices Worksheets

By Social Studies Stars

This is a double sided worksheet to help introduce students to beliefs and practices in Judaism. One side focuses on the Ten Commandments and has three written response questions. The other side is a graphic organizer for taking notes on the Torah,

Subjects:

Ancient History, World History, Religion

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Worksheets, Activities, Graphic Organizers

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Middle School Black History Month Digital Project Template!

By Social Studies Stars

This is a template for a Black History Month Project. Students are tasked with curating a museum exhibit on two lesser-known Black figures. The hope is to move BHM beyond simple stories of MLK and Rosa Parks. Students are guided through choosing a

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Other (Social Studies - History), Black History Month

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

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Projects, Activities, Internet Activities

$3.75

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Ancient Empires DBQ

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This is a Document Based Question (DBQ) set that covers ancient China, Greece, and Rome! Perfect for an ancient empires final assessment! There are 6 documents in total, three from each civilization. These are a mix of text and images. This resource

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Social Studies - History, Ancient History, World History

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

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Activities, DBQs, Homework

$4.50

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Christianity Beliefs Worksheet

By Social Studies Stars

This worksheet is an introduction to the main teachings of Jesus and Christianity. Students read and analyze four quotes from Jesus to learn about his teachings. They then use this evidence to write about what Christians believe about how to be a

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Ancient History, World History, Religion

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4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th

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Culture Project Template (Printable)

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This is a template for a culture project! It is designed to be printed, as students will make a physical booklet to teach about their culture(s). The resource begins with students identifying their own cultural components: languages, race,

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Writing, Back to School

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Projects, Activities, Printables

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Jewish Beliefs and Practices Readings

By Social Studies Stars

These are readings about key Jewish practices: Torah, Prayer, Bar-Mitzvah, Tzedakah, and Holiday. Each has 2-3 paragraphs about the topic and accompanying pictures. This resource pairs well with the graphic organizer in my store!

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Other (ELA), Religion

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

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Activities, Homework

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Ancient History Scope and Sequence (NYS 6th Grade Aligned)

By Social Studies Stars

This is a rigorous standards-aligned scope and sequence. It was created for 6th grade social studies in New York, and is aligned to both the NYS Social Studies Standards and the Next Generation History Standards. It can easily be adapted for similar

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Social Studies - History, Ancient History, World History

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Teacher Manuals, Unit Plans, Syllabi

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Five Pillars of Islam Worksheet

By Social Studies Stars

This is a product that was designed for digital use during remote learning. This is a resource to explore beliefs and practices of the Muslim people, perfect for a World Religions unit. There is a chart for them to take notes and answer Check for

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, World History, Religion

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Worksheets, Activities, Graphic Organizers

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Hinduism Beliefs/Practices Stations

By Social Studies Stars

These materials cover information about major Hindu beliefs and practices: Diwali/Holi, the Bhagavad Gita, and yoga. For each of these, there is a one page text that explains the major aspects of the belief or practice, and a page of accompanying

Subjects:

Ancient History, World History, Religion

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Activities, Handouts, Printables

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Map Analysis Practice

By Social Studies Stars

This is a resource to help students practice analyzing map types! There are 6 maps. For each map, students are asked to identify if it is a political, thematic, or physical map. There are then 2 map-specific questions for students to answer. This is

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, World History, Other (Social Studies - History)

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

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Worksheets, Activities, Assessment

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Reincarnation Cycle Exit Ticket / Reteach

By Social Studies Stars

This is a helpful resource for teachers covering the Hindu and Buddhist reincarnation cycle! This short resource could be used as an exit ticket or re-teach material.Students review a diagram of how dharma, karma, and reincarnation work together.

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, World History, Religion

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5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

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Worksheets, Assessment

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Test Corrections Worksheet (Any Unit!)

By Social Studies Stars

This double-sided worksheets has students correct their own errors from any unit test. The student explains the correct answer, why the correct answer is correct, and why the wrong answers are wrong. Studies show that students learn most when they

Subjects:

Math, Science, Social Studies - History

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Worksheets, Activities, Assessment

$1.00

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Geography Multiple Choice Unit Test

By Social Studies Stars

This is a 25-point multiple choice test that goes over major ideas in geography, including types of maps, parts of a map, continents and oceans, climate zones, and climate change. Check out my study guide that pairs with this test in my store!

Subjects:

World History, Geography, Other (Social Studies - History)

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

Types:

Handouts, Assessment

$4.50

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Neolithic Revolution Tools Handouts

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These handouts go over five major tools from the Neolithic era: hand axe, flint blade, chopper, spear, and bow. For each of these, there is a short reading about the tool and a series of accompanying images. The text explores the design of the tool,

Subjects:

Ancient History, World History, Other (Social Studies - History)

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th

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Activities, Handouts, Printables

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Mesopotamia/Egypt Multiple Choice Test

By Social Studies Stars

This is a 22-question multiple choice test that covers information about Mesopotamia and ancient Egypt, as well as the characteristics of civilization. It is aligned to New York State 6th Grade Social Studies standards. This assessment pairs with

Subjects:

Ancient History, World History, Other (Social Studies - History)

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th

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Activities, Assessment

$5.00

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Feudalism DBQ

By Social Studies Stars

This is a Document Based Questions (DBQ) activity about feudalism in Europe! This is a perfect in-class activity or summative assessment! There are 3 documents. Students are then asked to write a short essay contextualizing this time period. This is

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Ancient History, World History

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

Types:

Worksheets, DBQs, Assessment

$3.00

Online Resource
Google Docs™

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In This Class We Stick Together - Cactus Decor Signs Printable

By Social Studies Stars

This is a printable classroom decoration for a door or bulletin board! The text reads: "In this class we stick together" in fun, large fonts! The text is in black and is intended to be printed on colored paper! There are then over 15 large, cute

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Arts & Music, For All Subjects

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

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Printables, Bulletin Board Ideas

$2.50

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Characteristics of Civilization Stations and Graphic Organizer

By Social Studies Stars

This document includes short texts about four characteristics of civilization (food supply, hierarchy, government, and writing/language). It also includes a graphic organizer in which students can take notes based on the readings. These materials

Subjects:

Ancient History, World History, Other (Social Studies - History)

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

Types:

Activities, Handouts, Graphic Organizers

$2.00

Digital Download PDF (0.36 MB)

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Geography Performance Task

By Social Studies Stars

This is all the materials for a rigorous, real-world performance task. This task places students as workers for the Environmental Protection Agency and asks them to write a letter, using both a text and map, convincing another country to come to a

Subjects:

U.S. History, Geography, Other (Social Studies - History)

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

Types:

Activities, DBQs, Assessment

$5.00

Digital Download PDF (0.37 MB)

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Follow me on Instagram at @socialstudiesstars! I am in my 9th year teaching! I currently teach 6th grade social studies in a humanities setting at a large Brooklyn middle school. I am the 6th grade Grade Level Lead, and support coordination across the 6th grade team. Previously I have taught 3rd and 10th grade, at a charter school, and internationally. In addition to teaching, I coach new teachers, run the debate team, and serve on my school's Data Team and Equity Team.

MY TEACHING STYLE

I believe that all students are capable of success. I believe deeply in anti-racist pedagogy. I aim for my class to be both fun and relevant to the real world -- joyful rigor!

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

Ranked Highly Effective each year by the NYC DOE! I am also a former Fulbright Scholar.

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

I grew up in Minnesota and attended Northwestern University, where I studied history and political science. I completed my Master's degree at the Relay Graduate School of Education. I am also currently pursuing my doctorate in Education Leadership at NYU!

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