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High school Martin Luther King Day african history guided reading books
Black History - Digital Library (5 virtual book rooms) 130 books!
This digital library is the perfect spot to begin your much-needed conversations about Black History Month. This is a resource you can use not only in February but during every month, because representation matters! In this Google slide, you will find that the first slide has 5 book bins to choose from. The book bin links to another slide, which acts as a book room. There is a button in each book room that will send kids back to the main bookshelf. EACH OF THE BOOKS LINKS TO A FREE DIGITAL COPY
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PreK - 12th
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MLK Jr. - Letter from Birmingham Jail, the March on Washington, and the SCLC
Our second unit covering the struggles and achievements of the Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. The unit includes reading activities for the March on Washington, the Letter from Birmingham Jail, the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, the March on Selma, and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. The download includes enough material for four days of a history or a reading class. The file includes three reading activities, three sets of multiple choice reading comprehension questions, three stud
Grades:
8th - 11th
MLK "I Have A Dream" Common Core Annotated Text w/Marginal Notes
This resource includes the annotated text of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s famous "I Have a Dream Speech" given at the March on Washington. Using the comment feature in Microsoft Word, this resource includes critical commentary and analysis of the figurative and connotative meanings, rhetorical devices (logos, ethos, pathos), parallelism, repetition, allusions, themes aligned with the RI2, RI3, RI4, RI5, and RI6 standards from the Common Core State Standards. In addition to the identified figura
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights Act of 1964
A complete unit covering the life, struggles, and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr. as well as the passage and content of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The download includes enough material for four days of a history or a reading class. The file includes three reading activities, three sets of multiple choice reading comprehension questions, three student response essay questions, three guided reading activities, two sets of vocabulary checks, a series of completion questions, true and fa
Grades:
8th - 12th
MLK "I’ve Been to the Mountaintop" Common Core Rhetorical Analysis w/Annotations
This resource includes the annotated text of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s famous " I’ve Been to the Mountaintop" speech given to an audience of sanitation workers in Memphis, TN before he was assassinated. Using the comment feature in Microsoft Word, this resource includes critical commentary and analysis of the figurative and connotative meanings, rhetorical devices (logos, ethos, pathos), parallelism, repetition, allusions, themes aligned with the RI2, RI3, RI4, RI5, and RI6 standards from th
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education
Born a Crime Reading Questions and Vocabulary AP English Language
Reading questions and language arts specific reading questions follow Trevor Noah's biography Born a Crime. Language Arts questions are appropriate for all grade levels (used in 9th and 12th grade language arts classes and Advanced Placement English Language. Vocabulary separated by part and chapter. Reading questions separated by chapter.
Grades:
8th - 12th
Global 1: The Bantu Migrations
Packet includes comprehensive yet compact paragraphs summarizing key data. Worksheet includes space for students to write their answers right on the page. Each worksheet is complete with images for visual learners and multiple reading comprehension questions.
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Grades:
9th - 10th
Also included in: Global 1: Complete Curriculum
Letter From Birmingham Jail Guided Annotation (Special Education Friendly!)
This is an abridged version of Dr. King’s Letter From Birmingham Jail with a color coded annotation strategy using the SPACE acronym for rhetorical analysis and reading comprehension questions embedded in the reading. Text also features vocabulary definition In student friendly language in footnotes. A teacher copy of the reading with suggested lines for highlighting and answers to the questions is also included. in addition to the reading, I have included an additional activity for student to s
Grades:
9th - 12th
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Global/World History: The Rwanda Genocide
Complex and detailed description of the genocide in Rwanda in the 1990's.
Packet includes reading comprehension text, room for students to answer questions right on the sheet and review questions to wrap up the assignment
Grades:
9th - 10th
The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind (Young Adult Version) Chapter Questions & Key
65 PAGES OF QUESTIONS and ANSWERS! This resource provides chapter context questions w/ answer key based on William Kamkwamba's memoir, The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind (YA edition) to introduce and teach about drought, famine, inequality, resilience, grit, and coming of age/adolescence. This resource is individual chapter questions and answers for each. Also included is an Anticipation Guide for students to respond to major ideas and themes addressed in the book before and after reading. A great w
Grades:
6th - 9th
Also included in: It's Trevor Noah and Boy Who Harnessed the Wind Young Adult Book BUNDLE
Global 1: Mesoamerican Civilization of the Olmecs
Packet includes comprehensive yet compact paragraphs summarizing key data. Worksheet includes space for students to write their answers right on the page. Each worksheet is complete with images for visual learners and multiple reading comprehension questions.
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Grades:
9th - 10th
Also included in: Global 1: Complete Curriculum
Black History Month & Random Acts of Kindness Special Story and Activities
No Prep Required Story, Discussions, Points to Ponder and Activities. Also includes a special equality and love-themed sheet to write down the key takeaways. Purpose of the module: This story is planned to sensitize students about the evils of racism and the importance of tolerance. The objective is to teach students not to show prejudice based on others’ physical attributes. Students should know that racism is an unfortunate part of our society, but there is no room for hatred in the school. Ea
Grades:
PreK - 12th, Staff
Also included in: Black History Month 50+Activities, Games, Puzzles and More - Mega Bundle
MLK and Obama's March on Washington Speeches - Rhetorical Analysis w/Annotations
This resource includes the annotated texts of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s famous "I Have a Dream Speech" given at the March on Washington and President Obama's speech given at the 50th anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington given in 2013. The included zipped folder also includes an unmarked copy of the speeches without annotations and marginal notes so that you can reproduce them for students so that they can annotate them. Reading and annotating informational texts is a critical componen
Grades:
6th - 12th
The Atlantic Slave Trade Unit: The Middle Passage
African American History The Atlantic Slave Trade Unit Lesson: The Middle PassageEssential Question: What were the long-term impacts of the Atlantic slave trade on African societies, the economies of European countries, and the development of the Americas?Directions: After reading each topic answer the guided reading questions, DBQs & Use the graphic organizer below to take notes on the Triangular Trade, The Journey to the Americas, and the Effects of the Slave Trade. Then after completing t
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6th - 12th
Also included in: US History Curriculum Bundle 1400-1877
It's Trevor Noah - Born a Crime (Young Adult Version) Chapter Questions & Key
40+ PAGES of questions and answers! This unit plan utilizes Trevor Noah's It's Trevor Noah: Born a Crime (YA edition) to introduce and teach 20th century African history, resilience, and coming of age/adolescence. This resource is individual chapter questions and answers for each. 40 pages of questions and answers in total! Also included is an Anticipation Guide for students to respond to major ideas and themes addressed in the book before and after reading. A great way to introduce South Africa
Grades:
5th - 9th
Also included in: It's Trevor Noah and Boy Who Harnessed the Wind Young Adult Book BUNDLE
Ancient Egypt Daily Life (Lesson 2)
Teach your students about daily life in ancient Egypt with this visually aesthetic lesson! This lesson in designed for differentiated instruction as well as in-class and distance learning. Also included are a variety of engaging videos and check point questions. Teaching this lesson will take between 1 to 2 class periods, depending on your teaching style and student's ability. Enjoy! Included In Your Purchase• Reading Version• Presentation Version• Editable PowerPoint• Downloadable Fonts• Questi
Grades:
5th - 12th
Also included in: Ancient Egypt Bundle
The Atlantic Slave Trade Unit: Africans in the Americas
African American History The Atlantic Slave Trade Unit Lesson: Africans in the AmericasEssential Question: What were the long-term impacts of the Atlantic slave trade on African societies, the economies of European countries, and the development of the Americas?Directions: After reading each topic answer the guided reading questions & Use the graphic organizer below to take notes on Slavery in the Americas, and Africans Help Settle the Americas. Then after completing the lesson have students
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in: US History Curriculum Bundle 1400-1877
Global 1: Geography of Africa
Packet includes comprehensive yet compact paragraphs summarizing key data. Worksheet includes space for students to write their answers right on the page. Each worksheet is complete with images for visual learners and multiple reading comprehension questions.
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Grades:
9th - 10th
Also included in: Global 1: Complete Curriculum
The Americas in the 16th Century: West African Societies Around 1492
The Americas in the 16th Century Unit Overview: In this unit, students will learn about the native cultures of North America, Africa, and Europe. Students will also discover how Europeans began to conquer and colonize parts of the Americas.Essential Question: How did the interactions between Native cultures of North America, Africa, and Europe shape the process of European conquest and colonization in the Americas?Lesson Two: West African Societies Around 1492Inquiry Question: How did the divers
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Also included in: US History Curriculum Bundle 1400-1877
Slavery in the Americas | Comparative Analysis: Latin America and North America
This 17-page reading explores Slavery in the Americas with easy to read documents that explore case studies of slavery in Latin America including: Colombia, Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina, Cuba, and Mexico. Part II of the reading focuses on North American colonies and nations including: Canada, Jamaica, New England, Middle Colonies, Southern Colonies, and the American West. Comparative Historical & Political Analysis Students answer the following historical question as they practice their analys
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7th - 12th
Martin Luther King Jr.'s Biography & Reading Black History Month Activities
Discover the incredible story of Martin Luther King Jr. through our special resource! Inside, you'll find an engaging biography spread across 8 pages.To help understand the story better, there are 3 pages of questions and 3 pages with the answers. These activities are designed to make learning about Martin Luther King Jr. fun and thought-provoking.Ideal for classrooms, homeschooling, or anyone curious about history, this resource brings Martin Luther King Jr.'s journey to life in an easy-to-unde
Grades:
2nd - 12th, Adult Education, Staff
Slavery in the Americas Mini-Unit | Student Reading and Essay Activity | History
This mini-unit Google Drive folder includes the following: - 18 slide presentation on Slavery in North America (from Jamestown to the Constitution) - 29 slide presentation on Slavery in Latin America - Latin American geography map activity - Guided Notes for Students - Slavery in the Americas Inquiry (17 page guided reading with graphic organizer) - Student Essay (4 paragraphs) activity in comparative analysis of Slavery in the Americas.This unit provides extensive knowledge o
Grades:
6th - 12th
Letter From Birmingham Jail Text-Dependent Analysis
Here you will find the unabridged and abridged versions of King's Letter From Birmingham Jail. Included in the margins are Common Core aligned, higher-order-thinking questions that will ensure your students' comprehension as well as push them to analyze the text more critically. There are also pre-identified vocabulary words picked out on each page to push the skill of reading and understanding words in context.This is a tool that greatly helped my students understand King's purpose and perspect
Grades:
7th - 12th
Unit 3.3 - African Empires Guided Reading Questions SSWH6
GENERAL ASSIGNMENT DESCRIPTION:These guided readings are adapted from state resources and study guides. They replace textbooks in my class. They provide a brief summary of every concept in a standard. Each unit covers two standards. I have one Guided reading per standard. They have unit assignment numbers of .2 & .3 for each unit. To get the entire student portfolio check below. The readings cover a summary and sometimes have documents embedded into the reading. SPECIFIC TO THIS READINGThis
Grades:
9th - 12th
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