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Critical thinking handouts for Easel Activities
Journalism: Fact-Finding Scavenger Hunt Activity
One vital aspect of being a successful reporter is learning how and where to find factual information. With this activity, middle school and high school students will use any source that they can, i.e. the internet, the telephone, in-person interviews, etc., to figure out the needed information. An answer key is included. This product offers students the chance to exhibit a number of reporting skills. Although I use this activity for a Journalism 1 class, teachers could also use this in any l
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in: Journalism Activities & Lessons Bundle: Beginning & Advanced Students
World War II: War's End, Germany Surrenders, Manhattan Project, Atomic Bombs
Students will learn about Germany's surrender and the splitting of Berlin. They will read about Japan's refusal to surrender, the Manhattan Project, and the Atom Bombs. There are critical thinking questions and photos to analyze.
Grades:
4th - 8th
Also included in: World War II Bundle
Westward Expansion: Homestead Act of 1862 and Native Americans
Students will read and answer text dependent questions how the Homestead Act of 1862 and how westward expansion impacted the settlers and the Native Americans. They will have a variety of activities involving vocabulary activities, primary source analysis, writing prompts, and informational text to evaluate the struggles and impact of westward expansion.
Grades:
4th - 8th
How to Write a Thesis Statement Exercise | Printable | Digital | Easel
Thesis statement writing is easy once you know how. One of the most difficult aspects of writing essays about literature is getting started. So often, students will just sit and stare at their blank sheets of paper because they do not know how to begin. This resource will help students develop a thesis statement and is perfect for distance learning.If given enough practice writing thesis statements, students will be confident about how to begin their essays and will have a head start on organizi
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Progressive Era: Struggles and Achievements
The goal of this material is to give a brief overview of the Progressive Era and the social and political reforms that took place during this time, due to the efforts of Roosevelt, Addams, and muckrakers like Upton Sinclair. Students will have close reads of excerpts from Twenty Years of Hull House and The Jungle along with critical thinking questions. I tried to make the material easy enough for upper elem., but it is useable for middle school as well. It also includes information on the 16th,
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4th - 8th
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Classification Dichotomous Key with Digital Guide How to Identify Creatures
A dichotomous key of friendly, colorful aliens is a great and fun tool to use when teaching students how to classify organisms. It provides a way for students to practice the concept, using adorable creatures from so-called the Sluruus planet so that students become familiar with the basics of classification of the living organisms. This resource is perfect for traditional classroom settings, 1:1 schools, or for distance learning. This updated ZIP file includes the teacher's guide and the studen
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3rd - 7th
NGSS:
MS-LS4-2
Also included in: ITD Science Membership Gr. 3 - 5 - Ultimate Bundle
Thanksgiving Would You Rather Questions with Poll FREEBIE
Here is a set of 20 Would you Rather Questions about Thanksgiving. Great for discussion starters, class polls and journal prompts.WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:List of all 20 Would You Rather ChoicesDIGITAL:Classroom PollGreat for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, or 8th grade! NOTE: This resource uses American English and is not editable. Here’s what teachers are saying: ✏️ "My students love this activity and shared with some others at home! with all the stressful things going on at this point in t
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1st - 8th
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John Brown's Raid on Harper's Ferry
Students will read and answer questions about John Brown's raid on Harper's Ferry. They will also analyze a primary source document (Brown's speech to the court before he was hanged). Students will use both pieces to answer questions and write a constructed response (opinion) to the question, Was John Brown a hero or a criminal?
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: Civil War Bundle
FREE Halloween Would You Rather Questions Print, Easel, and Google Slides
Here is a set of 20 FREE Would you Rather Questions about Halloween. Great for discussion starters, class polls and journal prompts. What's Included:Print copy Easel Assessment (great for a class poll!)Easel Activity - digital activity that requires students write about why it's there favoriteGoogle Slides digital activity - more challenging for advanced technology users! The students move move around a flashlight to try and read the questions.Great for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th,6th, 7th, or 8th g
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1st - 8th
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Journal Writing - Holidays & Seasonal Prompts 117 prompts on 13 TicTacToe Boards
Here are 117 holiday and seasonal journal prompts arranged in 13 grids of nine prompts each to make a Tic-Tac-Toe format. Perfect for your writers!WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:13 Choice Boards (9 prompts each)DIGITAL:Google SlidesEasel ActivityDIFFERENTIATION OPTIONS:Digital or PrintSo many prompt optionsGreat for 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade!CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW TO SEE A LOT MORE!NOTE: This resource uses American English and is not editable. These are meant to be used at specific ti
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2nd - 8th
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Hamilton vs. Jefferson
The goal of this product is for students to get an overview of Hamilton and Jefferson's Federalists and Anti-Federalists views. Students will read and answer text dependent and critical thinking questions. Students will be asked to evaluate quotes, philosophies of government, and make connections to the present day world. This material will require a teacher's guidance and should activate a lively discussion. There is a cut and paste, and a challenging Who Said It? activity.
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4th - 8th
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Gettysburg Address
Facts about the Battle of Gettysburg are included with the famous speech. There is a side by side handout of actual speech with interpretation. I wanted to leave some interpretation to the students, so I tried not to completely spell it out so there is room for discussion. There is an additional side by side piece that has questions that should target some critical thinking. Lastly there is a hand-out with opinion questions, where students have to evaluate the speech and make connections on a pe
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4th - 5th
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Also included in: Civil War Bundle
Great Depression and Dust Bowl
This product gives an overview of the causes and effects of the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl. Students are asked to do close reads to highlight, underline, and respond to text and primary source images. The ABCs of Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal is also included.
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4th - 5th
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Vietnam War: Causes, Course, and Aftermath
Students will read about the Vietnam conflict and answer question using close reads, highlighting, and critical thinking. There is a quiz included.
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: Cold War Bundle
Ben Franklin: Albany Plan, Join or Die, Experiments, and Discoveries
Students will read about Ben Franklin's scientific experiments and discoveries, the Albany Plan, and the Join, or Die political cartoon. They will learn about the impact Ben Franklin's work had on our society and have the opportunity to answer questions based on the text as well as utilize their critical thinking skills.
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3rd - 8th
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Andrew Jackson: Corrupt Bargain, Trail of Tears, National Debt
The students will read and answer text based questions about Andrew Jackson's Presidency. The Corrupt Bargain, Trail of Tears, Reducing National Debt, Elimination of the National Bank, and Preserving the Union are all covered. Students will also do a fun "character man" activity that requires close reads and critical thinking.
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4th - 5th
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Also included in: BIG Tennessee History Bundle
DECIDE Model-Decision Making w/ Scenarios-PDF Version
DECIDE Decision Making Worksheet Activity--PDF✅ Students will be examining scenarios & use the DECIDE model to make a decision✅ NO prep needed, this resource is ready to go!✅ Decision Making is an important subject for teens to learn aboutWhat's Included:PDF for printing4 scenarios for students to choose fromWhy is this lesson necessary?It is estimated that a person makes about 35,000 decisions a dayTeen brains are not fully developed until about the age of 25Instructions:Download the PDF an
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5th - 12th
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Journalism Movie: "good night, and good luck" Notes and Activity
This product offers students a chance to research and discuss some of the people and events from the McCarthy Era for study prior to the viewing of the movie, "good night, and good luck". It also includes eight open-ended questions for post-viewing discussions. Twentieth Century United States History and United States Government teachers could augment a study of the 1950's with this movie.However teachers choose to use this product, it raises some interesting comparing and contrasting the middle
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in: Journalism Activities & Lessons Bundle: Beginning & Advanced Students
Logic Puzzles First Grade Distance Learning or Printable Worksheets
Are you looking for a fun thinking puzzle to engage your bright students or early finishers? Start your youngsters off with these three basic logic problems that are sure to entertain the little ones. Challenge your students, and improve their critical thinking skills logic puzzles as printable worksheets or for use on the computer. . The kids will love it!Click HERE to save 30% off the price of individual resources with the bundle.Logic problems involve higher level / critical thinking skills a
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K - 2nd
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Also included in: Logic Puzzles and Brain Teasers Worksheets for Primary Students
Nixon: Watergate Scandal and Accomplishments
Students will read and answer questions about President Nixon's accomplishments and the Watergate scandal that cost him his presidency.
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4th - 8th
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Assassination of President Lincoln and Its Impact on Nation
Students will read and answer text dependent questions on the assassination of President Lincoln and the impact it had on the nation. Based on what they read, they will also answer and discuss some critical thinking questions about Andrew Johnson and what Lincoln might have done differently during Reconstruction if he had lived. There are two student content pages in this product.
Grades:
4th - 5th
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Also included in: Civil War Bundle
Claim Evidence Reasoning Graphic Organizer and Lesson Plan Free
Do your students struggle with providing strong, credible evidence for their claims? These two free Evidence Graphic Organizers can be used for any argument, opinion, persuasive, or research essay to help students gather and analyze arguments and evidence that they need to support a claim.Students gain critical thinking skills as they justify the use of their evidence and the evidence checker graphic organizers allow them to see exactly what kind of evidence they are using.This freebie includes
Grades:
5th - 9th
Critical Thinking Special Education Worksheets for Teaching Idioms in Context
These Critical Thinking special education worksheets for teaching idioms in context are ideal for teaching figurative language to Middle and High School students. This special education social inferencing resource contains 17 handouts, each focusing on specific idioms. It also includes 170 engaging short stories, age-appropriate graphics, relatable dialogue, and real-world scenarios to develop critical thinking skills. This is a fantastic resource for teaching idioms and critical thinking in a
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Analyzing Historical Photos, Documents, and Artifacts
Students will think like historians as they use these three worksheets to analyze artifacts, historical photos, and documents. Bring the past into your classroom using primary sources and have students complete these worksheets as individuals or in small groups for a fun, sometimes challenging, and engaging activity.
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2nd - 8th
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Also included in: Identifying and Analyzing Primary and Secondary Sources Bundle
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