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U.S. History Common Core W.7.4 research
Thomas Paine Common Sense: Primary Source Activity | American History
Thomas Paine's Common Sense was a little pamphlet with big ideas! This primary source activity gives students a chance to read through and analyze the major paragraphs, or arguments, within his pamphlet while answering various questions. I created this mini-unit for my own classroom to help students understand this important document that shaped the course of Independence. You will find that this resource is challenging yet capable for all. Students are analyzing text from the 1700's which ca
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6th - 12th
Also included in:Â American History U.S. History Bundle: Beginnings through the 1850's
Industrial Revolution: Inventors and Influencers, Biography Summaries Webquest
Studying Industrialization? Learn about the influential inventors and contributors of the Industrial Revolution with these Historical Biography Summaries in both pdf and Google Drive formats. Students will enjoy learning about the past through researching and documenting some of history’s greats. In a user-friendly template, students will summarize the life and biography of an individual. It’s no-prep for you, but quality content for your students. Enjoy learning history through these histor
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United States Founding Fathers Webquest: Biography Summarizing Activity
Studying the lives of the United States founding fathers is extremely valuable in understanding early American history. With these Historical Biography Summaries, students will enjoy learning about the past through researching and documenting some of history’s greats. In a user-friendly template, students will summarize the life and biography of an individual. It’s no-prep for you, but quality content for your students. Enjoy learning history through these historical biography summaries. It'
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Revolutionary War: Summarize American Revolution Biographies | American History
Enjoy studying about the American Revolution through the influential people that contributed to the Revolutionary War. With these Historical Biography Summaries, students will enjoy learning about the past through researching and documenting some of history’s greats. In a user-friendly template, students will summarize the life and biography of an individual. It’s no-prep for you, but quality content for your students. Enjoy learning history through these historical biography summaries in a
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Also included in:Â American History U.S. History Bundle: Beginnings through the 1850's
TRADING CARDS: Summarize the Lives of History Influencers | Biography Summaries
Want a new format for documenting historical figures in your elementary or middle school classes? In this creative writing format, students will create trading cards that explain the main idea for each historical influencer. Originally intended for studying the explorers in the "Age of Exploration," this project can be used alongside other topics such as: inventors, founding fathers, presidents, revolutionary war figures, civil war leaders, economists, literary figures, composers, mathematicia
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5th - 8th
The Civil War: American History Biography Webquest Activity (PDF & Google Drive)
Learn more about the lives and experiences of the various generals, soldiers, and leaders of the Civil War with these Historical Biography Summaries. Students will enjoy learning about the past through researching and documenting some of history’s greats. In a user-friendly template, students will summarize the life and biography of an individual. It’s no-prep for you, but quality content for your students. Enjoy learning history through these historical biography summaries. It's an excellen
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Harriet Tubman Research Activity and Script Project for Middle or High School
Harriet Tubman (Araminta "Minty" Ross) was born enslaved in Maryland around 1822. She later escaped slavery and became a social activist and abolitionist. She was known as the "Moses of her people" as she made around 13 missions to rescue around 70 enslaved people. She used a network of antislavery safe houses, which became known as the Underground Railroad and she was known as a 'conductor.' I don't know about you, but my students LOVE talking about their favorite movies and TV shows. This prod
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6th - 12th
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John F. Kennedy Research Activity & Script Writing Project for US History
John F. Kennedy (JFK) was one of the most famous US Presidents of all time. As the 35th president, he led the United States through much of the Cold War and the Cuban Missile Crisis. He also led the US through the Space Race and planned the first man on the moon. His assassination in 1963 sent a shockwave through the US as it was a little after his first thousand days in office. I don't know about you, but my students LOVE talking about their favorite movies and TV shows. This product is designe
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6th - 12th
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Franklin D. Roosevelt Research Activity & Script Writing Project for US History
Franklin D. Roosevelt (FDR) was one of the most famous US Presidents of all time. As the 32nd president, he led the United States through much of the Great Depression and part of World War II. He proposed the New Deal which helped America get back on its feet and gave "fireside chats" to help boost American moral.I don't know about you, but my students LOVE talking about their favorite movies and TV shows. This product is designed for students to work together to create a short movie script abou
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6th - 12th
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Thomas Jefferson Research Activity and Script Writing Project for US History
Thomas Jefferson was one of the most famous US Presidents of all time. As the third president, he is considered as one of the founding fathers of the nation. He also was the principal author of the Declaration of Independence. I don't know about you, but my students LOVE talking about their favorite movies and TV shows. This product is designed for students to work together to create a short movie script about Thomas Jefferson. They will research his life and the time period in which he lived an
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6th - 12th
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Woodrow Wilson Research Activity and Script Writing Project for US History
Woodrow Wilson was the 28th president of the United States. He helped bring forward the Progressive Movement. As president, he originally stated a policy of neutrality during WWI, but then he led America into the war in order to help sustain democracy throughout the world. I don't know about you, but my students LOVE talking about their favorite movies and TV shows. This product is designed for students to work together to create a short movie script about Woodrow Wilson. They will research his
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6th - 12th
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Lyndon B. Johnson Research Activity and Script Writing Project for US History
Lyndon B. Johnson was the 36th president of the United States. He was elected as the Vice President of the United States in 1960 as John F. Kennedy's running mate. When Kennedy was assassinated in 1963, he was sworn in as the President. He desired to build "A Great Society" for the American people.I don't know about you, but my students LOVE talking about their favorite movies and TV shows. This product is designed for students to work together to create a short movie script about Lyndon B. John
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6th - 12th
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John Muir Research Activity and Script Writing Project for History or Science
John Muir was an explorer and naturalist who lived in the 1800s. He loved the natural world and traveling; his favorite place was the Sierra Nevada mountain range in California where he explored Yosemite Valley. He later inspired many people and politicians to protect natural areas, including Yosemite. I don't know about you, but my students LOVE talking about their favorite movies and TV shows. This product is designed for students to work together to create a short movie script about John Muir
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6th - 12th
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Ronald Reagan Research Activity and Script Writing Project for US History
Ronald Reagan was the 40th president of the United States. He implemented what he called "Reaganomics" which deregulated and cut taxes and government spending. He stimulated growth, curbed inflation and increased employment. His foreign policy worked to end the Cold War and pull back communism. I don't know about you, but my students LOVE talking about their favorite movies and TV shows. This product is designed for students to work together to create a short movie script about Ronald Reagan. Th
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6th - 12th
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John Adams President Research Activity & Script Writing Project for US History
John Adams was the second president of the United States. He was an attorney, writer and diplomat. He was a leader during the American Revolution and helped the US gain independence from Great Britain. He was known to be one of the founding fathers of the nation. I don't know about you, but my students LOVE talking about their favorite movies and TV shows. This product is designed for students to work together to create a short movie script about John Adams. They will research his life and the t
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6th - 12th
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Benjamin Franklin Research Activity and Script Writing Project for ELA/History
Benjamin Franklin is considered as one of the founding fathers. He was also a major figure in the scientific realm as he made great jumps in the study of electricity and physics. He also helped draft the Declaration of Independence and was very involved in politics in early America. I don't know about you, but my students LOVE talking about their favorite movies and TV shows. This product is designed for students to work together to create a short movie script about Benjamin Franklin. They will
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6th - 12th
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Ulysses S. Grant Research Activity & Script Writing Project for US History
Ulysses S. Grant was the 18th president of the United States. He was also a commander of the Union Army during the late years of the American Civil War. As a leader, he worked toward rebuilding the country and removing some of the remains of slavery. I don't know about you, but my students LOVE talking about their favorite movies and TV shows. This product is designed for students to work together to create a short movie script about Ulysses S. Grant. They will research his life and the time per
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6th - 12th
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Andrew Jackson Research Activity and Script Writing Project for US History
Andrew Jackson was the seventh president of the United States. He campaigned and tried to represent the common man, especially when he won by popular vote. I don't know about you, but my students LOVE talking about their favorite movies and TV shows. This product is designed for students to work together to create a short movie script about Andrew Jackson. They will research his life and the time period in which he lived and will write their script based on what they learned. There are seven ste
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6th - 12th
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John Quincy Adams Research Activity and Script Writing Project for US History
John Quincy Adams was the sixth president of the United States. He served as a diplomat, senator and representative and jumped back and forth between political parties several times. He was the first president to be the son of another president, his father: John Adams. I don't know about you, but my students LOVE talking about their favorite movies and TV shows. This product is designed for students to work together to create a short movie script about John Quincy Adams. They will research his l
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6th - 12th
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James Madison President Research Activity Script Writing Project for US History
James Madison was the fourth president of the United States. He was known as one of the founding fathers as he played a pivotal role in assisting the US as it began as a new country. He was known as the "Father of the Constitution" because he helped in drafting and promoting the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.I don't know about you, but my students LOVE talking about their favorite movies and TV shows. This product is designed for students to work together to create a short movie script abo
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6th - 12th
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Dwight D. Eisenhower Research Activity & Script Writing Project for US History
Dwight D. Eisenhower was the 34th president of the United States from 1953-1961. He originally served in the military and was assigned the supreme commander of the Allied forces during World War II.I don't know about you, but my students LOVE talking about their favorite movies and TV shows. This product is designed for students to work together to create a short movie script about Eisenhower. They will research his life and the time period in which he lived and will write their script based on
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6th - 12th
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Theodore Roosevelt Research Activity and Script Writing Project for History
Theodore (Teddy) Roosevelt was the 26th president of the United States. He was known to be a writer, naturalist and a soldier. He was the first American to win a Nobel Peace Prize and he helped establish many of the national parks that we know and love today. I don't know about you, but my students LOVE talking about their favorite movies and TV shows. This product is designed for students to work together to create a short movie script about Teddy Roosevelt. They will research his life and the
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6th - 12th
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MLK Day: Martin Luther King Jr Activity, Webquest, Biography Summary
Looking for an engaging activity to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. or MLK Day? Your students will enjoy learning more about the life and achievements of this civil rights leader through a biography summary activity. In a user-friendly, graphic organizer template, students will summarize the life and biography of MLK. It’s no-prep for you, but quality content for your students. Make research fun and enjoyable with this biography summary webquest.What is Included:A detailed page of teacher ins
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Abraham Lincoln Research Activity and Script Writing Project for US History
Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president of the United States. He helped abolish slavery and bring the country back into a union. I don't know about you, but my students LOVE talking about their favorite movies and TV shows. This product is designed for students to work together to create a short movie script about Abraham Lincoln. They will research his life and the time period in which he lived and will write their script based on what they learned. There are seven steps in this project-most nee
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7th - 12th
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