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Critical thinking religion dbqs
The Sinking of the Lusitania: Solve the WWI Mystery w Primary Source Analysis!
Perhaps one of the most important events of World War One, the sinking of the Lusitania has fascinated kids and adults for years. Use this mystery to harness that fascination and engage students in an inquiry-based mission that they will remember all year long!In this mystery, students are posed with an engaging scenario - they are CIA Agents that must piece together once and for all how and why the Lusitania sank. They are presented with a variety of "exhibits," all cleverly designed to engage
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: GROWING WWI BUNDLE: Higher Order Thinking WWI Activities (SS5H2)
Road to the American Revolution DBQ Document-Based Questions
American RevolutionDocument-Based Questions (DBQs) are a great way to expose students to primary sources as well as to make them think about an event in history and respond to it. This unit can be used in a few ways. You can project the full-page images on my board so that we can discuss them, and then the students answer the DBQ in their notebooks. I have also included the DBQs in printable format so that your students can answer on paper and digital Google Forms that you can send electronicall
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4th - 6th
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Historical Thinking Skills Activities
Historical thinking is a key skill for students to utilize when examining primary and secondary sources. In order for students to fully understand a source, they must examine it in-depth. These activities are designed to strengthen student's understanding of historical sources. They can be used with any type of historical document.
The Historical Thinking Skills Activities includes:
***Teacher Resources***
1. What is Historical Thinking (A letter for the teacher)
2. Think and Link – the step
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5th - 8th
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Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy Sources Project Bundle
Two dynamic renewable and nonrenewable energy sources projects. Student will apply research skills to learn about renewable and nonrenewable energy sources and then apply their knowledge to help a fictional community decide which two energy sources are best for their town. These projects put students in charge of their learning and keep them motivated with real life scenarios while improving their critical thinking, persuasive writing, and public speaking skills, and research skills. Minimal p
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5th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
Comparing Religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
Comparing Judaism, Christianity and IslamThe main goal of the lesson is to have students analyze primary and secondary source to understand the similarities and differences between Judaism, Christianity, and IslamYou get a 17 slide PPT file withDo NowInformational graphs, charts, and maps2 Video LinksThree assessment questionsActivity InstructionsConclusion QuestionsFor the Activity, students use an 8 document DBQ for 3 different activity options.Activity Option 1: DBQ - Students answer the comp
Grades:
6th - 11th
Also included in: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam Unit Bundle
Slavery in the Southern Colonies: A Socratic Seminar
Looking for a higher order thinking activity? Need a way to close out a unit on the Southern Colonies? Do you want to do a Socratic Seminar with your students? Students will evaluate three primary source documents to answer document-based questions. Students will engage in higher-level thinking and improve listening and speaking skills during this common-core supported activity. This activity is appropriate for 5th-7th graders and meets the Common Core Standards for Speaking and Listening.
If
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5th - 8th
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Ten Commandments Primary Source Analysis (10 Commandments) + GoogleApps Version
Ten Commandments, according to the book of Exodus in the Jewish(Hebrew) Torah and in the Christian Bible, are laws for life given by God to Moses and the Hebrews of Israel. Great emphasis is also places these commandments in the Islamic faith in the three verses of the Quran, the sacred book of Islam. This primary source shows students how the Commandments aided the Hebrews during ancient times and how it is a guide to moral principle today. This can be used in class or as homework as it’s a com
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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World Religions Unit Bundle
World Religions - Unit Bundle 9 Lessons focusing on Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and BuddhismLessons Include:The History JudaismThe History of Judaism - Information Card ActivityThe Spread of ChristianityThe Spread of IslamJudaism, Christianity, and Islam ComparisonThe Beliefs of HinduismGods of HinduismThe Spread of BuddhismComparing Hinduism and Buddhism For a bundle with just Judaism, Christianity, and Islam - Click Here!Lessons include PowerPoints with Do Nows, Class Notes, Video
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6th - 10th
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Golden Age of Islam Primary Source Analysis (World Religions) + Digital Resource
Islam's Golden Age Primary Source Analysis takes students back to the Golden Age of Islam. A brief introduction to the period is followed by an passage from the Persian theologian and philosopher, Al-Ghazali. His excerpt is as relevant today as it was a 1,000 years ago, the debate between science and religion. This can be used in class or as homework as it’s a completely stand alone assignment. A key is included. ** Added Google Apps version of worksheet for distance learning.Save money! Get th
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Native Americans DBQ Document-Based Questions
Native AmericansDocument-Based Questions (DBQs) are a great way to expose students to primary sources as well as to make them think about an event in history and respond to it. This unit can be used in a few ways. You can project the full-page images on my board so that we can discuss them, and then the students answer the DBQ in their notebooks. I have also included the DBQs in printable format so that your students can answer on paper and digital Google Forms that you can send electronically.
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3rd - 6th
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DBQ: Life of a Japanese-American Child Living in an Internment Camp during WW2)
Using PRIMARY Sources in the Classroom. A DBQ activity uses primary sources. Sources can include diaries,posters, music, news articles from the time, anything written by those who participated in or witnessed an event in history. Students review the given documents and use many cognitive skills in processing what they see and read. After gathering information using the documents, students develop an essay answering a question. The topic of this Primary Source(DBQ )is Life of a Japanese-American
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5th - 8th
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Ancient Hebrews/Israelites and Judaism in the Middle East Lesson Plan
In this inquiry-based 6 page packet, students analyze maps, images, primary sources, and short notes sections to learn important Jewish origin stories, the roots of Palestinian/Israeli conflict, and the lasting significance of Judaism in the Middle East. Primary sources include compare/contrast activities between Judeo-Christian scripture and the Quran, as well as between the 10 Commandments and Hammurabi's Code.
A thorough teacher answer key is included with this product. This packet can be us
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8th - 12th
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East Asian Religions Unit: Confucianism, Buddhism, Taoism, and Shintoism
Your students will practice reading, evidence based writing, and critical thinking skills in this complete East Asian Religion Unit (all common core aligned!)Start the unit with a one-class stations activity that introduce the students to the basics of each religions. Delve deeper into each topic with a complete reading, close reading worksheet, a visual organizer, and a document based question worksheet! The document based questions are a great way to check their knowledge and encourage cross-c
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5th - 9th
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Shintoism: Lesson Plan
Engage your students with East Asian religions in a meaningful way with a reading, close reading worksheet, graphic organizer, and DBQ on Shintoism!The Shintoism lesson plan is a complete lesson on the basic beliefs of Shintoism. Students are given a reading with close reading worksheet to ensure they comprehend the text. Then use a graphic organizer pull out the key vocabulary and ideas in the text. Next, students are given secondary source material with words that allows them to answer quest
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5th - 8th
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Buddhism in India: Origins and Beliefs
This worksheet, with complete teacher answer key, can be used as an in-class lesson plan, homework assignment, or sub plan. Students learn about Siddhartha Gautama and the origin story of Buddhism, and analyze Buddhist texts and primary sources (The Four Noble Truths Sermon and The Five Precepts of Buddhism) to learn basic Buddhist beliefs. Students compare/contrast Hinduism to Buddhism, analyze Buddhism's appeal in Ancient India, and finish by completing a fun application activity deciding whet
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8th - 12th
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The Spread of Christianity - DBQ
The Spread of Christianity – Lesson and DBQ The main objective of this lesson is for students to examine various documents to determine how Christianity spreadYou get a 16 slide PowerPoint with:Do Now Class NotesInformational Charts and Maps2 Video LinksAssessment QuestionsActivity InstructionsConclusion QuestionFor the Activity, there are 3 different options based on a 6 document DBQ on the Spread of Christianity Activity Option 1 – DBQ: Students answer the comprehension and analysis questions
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6th - 11th
Also included in: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam Unit Bundle
Martin Luther 95 Theses Primary Source Analysis (Reformation)
The analysis of primary sources is an essential component of history and thinking like a historian. Martin Luther had a tremendous effect on the reformation, but his intentions and intended audience were that only of Wittenberg,Germany and the local congregation. This is a great group work activity that dives deep into the motivations for Martin Luther and gives students the opportunity to discover its true meaning for themselves.
This product is also sold as part of the World History / Europea
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: World History Bundle: 10 Best Selling Resources
Evidence and Sourcing Lesson: Teaching Historical Thinking - Digital & Print!
This engaging lesson focuses on the Historical Thinking Concept of EVIDENCE AND SOURCING. Students will develop their historical thinking and critical analysis skills, including the following:Making inferencesPrimary vs Secondary SourcesRecognizing Bias and Reliability of sourcesSourcing historical documents using the HAPPY TIME sourcing methodAnalyzing several primary and secondary source documentsThis lesson includes the following materials:Detailed lesson planGoogle slides with big question,
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Historical Thinking Bundle: A Complete Unit - Digital & Print!
Indian History - Unit Bundle
Indian History - Unit Bundle11 lessons on Indian Geography, Religion, History, and CultureRecently Updated - June 2023!11 Lessons in this Unit Bundle Include:The Geography of IndiaThe Harappan Civilization (Artifact Analysis)The Decline of HarappaThe Beliefs of HinduismGods of Hinduism The Caste System in IndiaThe Spread of BuddhismComparing Hinduism and BuddhismThe Mauryan Empire and AshokaAnalyzing Ashoka's EdictsBritish Imperialism in Indi*Bonus File* - Pros and Cons of British Imperialism i
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6th - 10th
Data Binder Cover Sheets
Here are a few adorable binder covers for your kiddos to add to their data binders!
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1st - 5th
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Analyzing Renaissance Art: Primary Source Activity
Students will build their understanding of primary sources as they collaborate to analyze five key pieces of Renaissance art to better understand its themes and concepts. A great way to introduce the Renaissance, wrap up the chapter, buffer some time between your last bit of notes and the test, close out Friday or liven up Monday, this student-centered, collaborative, and engaging activity will have you covered. Slides are included to allow for a full class discussion and formative assessmen
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6th - 12th
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Charlemagne DBQ
This DBQ addresses the theme of The Origins of Power. Where does power come from? Who gets it? We are using the Emperor Charles the Great (usually called ‘Charlemagne’ in the English world) as an example of someone who gathered up and kept power over a large part of Europe. Students are challenged to read primary documents carefully and choose the answer that best describes the situation.
We begin by setting the stage with a very brief synopsis of Western Rome falling. The Germanic tr
Grades:
8th - 11th
Mini-DBQ: Early Spread of Islam
This mini-DBQ has multiple classroom uses. It can serve as an assessment associated a unit the Islamic Golden Age, World Religions, or an introduction to DBQs and DBQ writing. It can also serve as a class activity on the spread of Islam. A major emphasis of this mini-DBQ is looking at the factors that contributed to Islam's rapid spread (mostly by conquest) of Southwest Asia, Persia, and North Africa.The assignment contains a brief historical context on the origins of Islam. It revolves around
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7th - 12th
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Hinduism in India Lesson Plan: Origins, Beliefs, and Impact
This complete lesson is packed with interactive games and activities helping students understand Hinduism in India. Students take brief notes and examine images on a PowerPoint, analyze primary source excerpts from the Bhagavad Gita and the Upanishads to understand Hindu beliefs, and play the traditional Indian game Snakes and Ladders to find Hindu parallels. They watch a video clip from a Hindu reverend, learn about the caste system and sati, and discuss a news story about yoga in schools.
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8th - 12th
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