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High school british history resources
Middle Ages Coat of Arms Activity - Back to School or Medieval Unit Activity
Bring some creativity into a Middle Ages Unit! Have students create their own Coat of Arms based on their hobbies, personality, family, etc. Includes a detailed assignment sheet with some common heraldic symbols/colors and their traditional meanings. A fun heraldry study for students during a medieval unit.A great way to start a Middle Ages / Medieval Unit or as a "get to know you" activity for Back to School!Includes:- Detailed assignment sheet with a list of traditional symbols & their
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6th - 9th
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Also included in:Â Middle Ages Activities - Projects and Activities for Medieval Times
Gandhi - Webquest with Key (Google Doc Included)
Gandhi - Webquest with Key - This 12 page webquest covers the life and significance of Gandhi. The webquest includes 37 questions about Gandhi from a great history website. It comes with a detailed teacher key for ease of assessment. The Gandhi resource also includes a link for a Google Doc version, which can be used in Google Drive or Google Classroom.Specifically, your students will learn about the life of Gandhi and how he used non-violent resistance protest against British Imperialism in
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6th - 12th
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Middle Ages Activities - Projects and Activities for Medieval Times
Middle Ages Bundle - Looking for an engaging package of assignments and projects related to the Middle Ages? This bundle includes six activities to help students learn about the Feudal system, heraldry, knights, daily life in medieval times, and more!Each assignment includes a creative and detailed assignment sheet, templates (if needed), and a comprehensive grading rubric for five activities. Please note: students will need to be able to access information for these activities through their t
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6th - 9th
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Boston Massacre Causes of the American Revolution Bias Primary Source Activity
In this Boston Massacre lesson and primary source activity, students examine a variety of primary source documents to recognize bias in the Boston Massacre and answer the question "What really happened the night of March 5, 1770?"Students will begin with an analysis of 2 popular images of the event, comparing the similarities and differences of both images with included questions. Students will then read two primary accounts of the event - one from a Boston newspaper on the morning of March 6th
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6th - 9th
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Magna Carta Reading Worksheet Activity for Middle Ages & Medieval Europe
This is a simple reading and worksheet on England's Magna Carta. It includes details on King John, England's barons, and why the Magna Carta was signed.After the reading, students complete a 1 page set of Common Core-aligned reading questions to help gauge their understanding of the reading. An answer key for this is included for your convenience.This download also includes both printable and Google Docs versions of the activity! If you're in a paperless classroom or just want to integrate more
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6th - 10th
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Industrial Revolution - Invention & Inventor Poster Project
INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION ACTIVITY - Students really enjoy this assignment where they become an inventor from the Industrial Revolution and market / sell one of their inventions. Students must research both the inventor and the invention and then "sell" themselves and their ideas. Includes the following 8 pages - a detailed assignment sheet- pre-research planning sheet- list of inventors/inventions- research record sheets (for students to keep track of their research) - a bibliography template - b
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6th - 9th
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Decolonization of Africa Reading Comprehension Worksheet and Map Activity
The colonization of Africa dramatically impacted the people who lived there. This product contains an article on the Decolonization of Africa with 15 comprehension questions (matching, multiple choice, short answer). Students use a chart describing the independence of African nations. Using this chart, students will color and label to show the decades of African independence. 10 multiple choice questions assess students understanding of the map. There is a powerful aspect to the coloring for
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6th - 9th
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Also included in:Â Age of Imperialism Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Colonialism
WWI Propaganda Project
WWI Propaganda ProjectThank you for considering this fully editable product.Propaganda posters played a big role in WWI. They were used to galvanize the nation in its support of the war and blame of the enemy. This product is perfect for helping students explore this critical aspect of the Great War. After viewing and analyzing 22 authentic WWI propaganda examples, your students will be ready to make a WWI-era propaganda example of their own. WHAT'S INCLUDED:There are three parts to this product
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6th - 11th
Dunkirk (2017) - Complete Movie Guide and Background Worksheet
"In May 1940, Germany advanced into France, trapping Allied troops on the beaches of Dunkirk. Under air and ground cover from British and French forces, troops were slowly and methodically evacuated from the beach using every serviceable naval and civilian vessel that could be found. At the end of this heroic mission, 330,000 French, British, Belgian and Dutch soldiers were safely evacuated." This product comes with a worksheet detailing the background of Dunkirk. The student worksheet comes wit
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8th - 12th
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The Black Death or Bubonic Plague Stations Reading Activity: Print & Digital
This five-page reading covers the main information about the Black Death. It covers how the plague made it to Europe, the symptoms, treatment, spread, artwork, and more! It also includes a primary document on the Statute of Labour from England.Topics:The Black Death - Initial SpreadSymptoms of the PlagueThe Impact of the PlaguePlague Art: London Plague of 1665 & FlagellantsPlague Art: Doctors & Treatment & BurialsMultiple Formats: The reading comes as a PDF, Microsoft Document, and
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8th - 12th
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CHC2P CHC2D World War Two: Entire Unit
World War Two: Entire UnitThis unit was designed for students learning about the Second World War from a Canadian perspective based on Ontario curriculum expectations but can be utilized in any classroom learning about the the interwar period. Students will use a variety of sources and activities to learn about the themes, events and characters that shaped this fascinating period through 9 different lessons. This package contains readings with embedded questions, PowerPoint lessons with student
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10th
Industrial Revolution Building Block Lesson Activity & Project
This dynamic Industrial Revolution lesson is an excellent hands-on activity in which students create "building blocks" on the beginning of industrialization and why it began in Great Britain. There are several options for how you might want to use the resources as well. First, there is an engaging PowerPoint presentation (and Google Slides version as well) on the reasons why the Industrial Revolution began in England and its important early characteristics. Students take notes on the building bl
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6th - 11th
Also included in:Â World History PowerPoint Bundle Part 3: French Revolution - Modern World
Important Battles of the American Revolution Webquest
The Important Battles of the American Revolution Webquest uses a great website that allows students to get a better understanding of ten major battles during the American Revolution. The webquest also covers battle tactics, generals, and the goals of the major campaigns during the Revolutionary War. The webquest is very easy to follow for students in grades 5-12.Click here to view the website.Special thanks for the clip art from The Enlightened Elephant.The webquest contains 45 questions and an
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5th - 12th
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CHC2P CHC2D World War One: Entire Unit
World War One: Entire UnitThis unit was designed for students learning about World War One from a Canadian perspective based on Ontario curriculum expectations but can be utilized in any classroom learning about the Great War. This package contains 13 different lessons and has students using a variety of sources and activities to learn about causes, impacts and the influence of WWI on Canada and wider global events. This package contains readings with embedded questions, PowerPoint lessons with
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10th
British Settlements & Colonial Regions in America PowerPoint & Infographic Notes
Condensed lesson summarizing the British colonization of the Americas from the lost colony of Roanoke to the development of the Three Colonial Regions. This product includes 24 colorful and interactive PowerPoint slides and a 2-page student-friendly infographic style notes sheet for students to fill in that also has students using map skills to locate each early British settlement and identifying the formation of the New England, Middle, and Southern Colonial Regions. Optional links to content r
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5th - 12th
Causes of World War 1 DBQ
This best selling DBQ explores the causes of World War One from militarism, alliances, imperialism, and nationalism through 10 primary or secondary source documents including one map, a chart, 3 cartoons and a newspaper headline. For a different format, see my Causes of World War I: History Station.This DBQ can be used in many ways from standardized test prep and review to a substitute teacher lesson, and if you need it as a Word document, let me know and I will email it to you.If you want this
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â World History Mega Bundle - Buy My Store
Who was Jack the Ripper? HISTORY MYSTERY
Can your students decide who Jack the Ripper was out of a cast of 12 suspects?In this lesson they will compare and evaluate 12 possible suspects before deciding on the most likely guilty person. They will then justifying their decision both verbally and in writing. The lesson works as a knockout tournament, comparing two suspects at a time. They must apply the background information presented to them along with the suspect cards to come up with the most plausible answer. It is great for develo
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â HISTORY MYSTERIES BUNDLE!
English Civil War, Glorious Revolution, & Limiting the Monarchy Lesson
This English Civil War lesson includes a PowerPoint, video, and guided notes on the period of English history after the death of Queen Elizabeth I through the reign of William and Mary. The PowerPoint (and included Google Slides option) feature simple, visually engaging slides on each ruler and their struggles with Parliament are highlighted. It includes slides on James ICharles ICharles IIOliver Cromwellthe Commonwealth periodCharles IIJames IIWilliam & MaryThere's also a warm up and exit t
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5th - 10th
Also included in:Â World History PowerPoint Bundle Part 2: Classical Asia - Enlightenment
The United Kingdom (country study)
Let’s get to know the United Kingdom! This worksheet includes 22 pages with a great variety of activities and exercises about the United Kingdom. The materials have informative exercises about the things that the United Kingdom is famous for, such as the Royal Family, the Big Ben, the British Empire, Foot Guards, and many other things! Crosswords, word searches, puzzles and other kinds of activities are included to make it a fun and interesting class. GOOGLE SLIDES AND FILLABLE PDF VERSIONS IN
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Europe (Country Studies Bundle)
Imperialism Opium War Primary Source Letter to Queen Victoria
This excellent primary source analysis resource for an Imperialism unit features a letter written by a Chinese Commissioner begging England to stop the opium trade. The primary source is excerpted so that students can focus on the key elements of his argument. In the letter, Commissioner Lin appeals to Queen Victoria to stop the opium trade that eventually leads to the Opium War in 1839.After reading the letter, there are 7 multiple choice questions to check students reading comprehension and 3
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7th - 11th
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British Literature Time Period Introductory Power Points
Begin your British Literature curriculum with Power Point presentations that introduce each time period. With these no prep, 100% editable slide shows, you will be able to set the stage chronologically for each time period throughout British literature. Teach students the key events, literary characteristics, authors and works, important people, key quotes, and video links to recap. I've also included a slide that provides answers to why studying classic British literature is important and relev
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10th - 12th
William Shakespeare Collection Body Biography Project Bundle
William Shakespeare Collection Body Biography Project Bundle for Print and Digital is filled with a unique characterization activity for the timeless and sentimental titles you find in a William Shakespeare Literature high school English classroom. Your students will find plenty of opportunities for creativity during their British Literature adventures. Teachers and students will experience the unique approach of using a collaborative poster, your unit study, textual evidence, research, and the
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8th - 12th
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The Crusades: Mapping Activity
UPDATED: 1/29/2024!!This mapping activity is over the Crusades. The Crusades Mapping Activity includes explicit instructions on how to complete the map as well as questions based on the map along with knowledge based questions on the Crusades.Students will label and color different aspects of the Crusades such as; cities, seas, important physical features and draw the four Crusade routes. This mapping activity includes 5 questions that tests students' map and critical thinking skills. Please che
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Historical Mapping Activities BUNDLE
Industrial Revolution Unit - Child Labor - Photo Analysis and Group Project
Industrial Revolution: Child Labor - Photo Analysis and Group Poster Project
This Industrial Revolution - Child Labor Project helps make the history of the Industrial Revolution come alive for your students!
8 different images of child labor in the Industrial Revolution are included. Students analyze the images, answer questions, and complete a group project relating to the image they have analyzed. The real -life images are engaging to students, as they can see first hand what life would h
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4th - 9th
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