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Middle school U.S. History handout pdfs
USA GEOGRAPHY Worksheet Activity - All 50 (Fifty) US States Word Search Puzzle
Review United States geography and have your students search for all 50 members of the Union with this challenging worksheet activity. Word search puzzles make great no prep activities for early finishers, bell ringers, morning work, handouts, homework, lesson plan supplements, sponge activities, introductions to new topics, and sub files.We consider this to be a challenging puzzle and it will require quite a bit of time to complete. Students will memorize the names of all fifty states withou
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4th - 7th
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INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION Worksheet Activity Packet - Word Search, Crossword & More!
Introduce and review vocabulary for teaching about the first Industrial Revolution in the United States with this puzzle worksheet packet. The puzzles will give students a chance to familiarize themselves with important terms while having fun. Puzzles make great no prep activities for early finishers, bell ringers, morning work, handouts, homework, reading comprehension and lesson plan supplements, themed classrooms, sponge activities, introductions to new topics, and sub files.The list of puzz
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4th - 7th
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Progressive Era Muckrakers Chart & Worksheet Activity for US History
This activity on Progressive Era Muckrakers features a 1-page reading about Muckrakers plus a chart of 7 famous American muckrakers, their works, subjects, and the effects they had on America. After reading the chart, students complete a set of analysis questions to help demonstrate their understanding of muckrakers and their effects.The chart features information on each of the following muckrakers:Thomas NastJacob RiisIda B. WellsFrank NorrisIda TarbellLincoln SteffensUpton SinclairThe complet
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7th - 11th
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NO PREP VETERANS DAY Word Search Puzzle Worksheet Activity
Use this engaging puzzle worksheet to commemorate Veterans Day, once known as Armistice Day, in the classroom. This word search activity features thoughtful vocabulary which will inform your students as they are hunting through the letter grid. Puzzles make fun no prep activities for early finishers, bell ringers, morning work, handouts, homework, reading comprehension and lesson plan supplements, themed classrooms, sponge activities, introductions to new topics, and sub files.The 29 vocabulary
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: HOLIDAYS BUNDLE - Valentine's Day - 21 Seasonal Word Search Worksheets
Civil Rights Movement Primary Source Analysis Bundle
Teach the Civil Rights Movement with this easy to implement Primary Source Analysis Bundle that covers your content and your standards.Investigate the Civil Rights Movement with primary sources so your students learn core content while also practicing Social Studies skills. This bundled set includes 8-pages of handouts providing an assortment of quotes and images for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of the economic, political, and cultural changes of the Civi
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6th - 12th
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3 BRANCHES OF US GOVERNMENT Worksheet Activities: Word Search, Crossword, & More
Introduce and review 38 vocabulary words for teaching about the three branches of government in the United States with this puzzle worksheet packet. Puzzles make great no prep activities for early finishers, bell ringers, morning work, handouts, homework, lesson plan supplements, sponge activities, introductions to new topics, and sub files.The list of puzzles included is as follows:Crossword with Word BankCrossword without the Word BankBeginner Word SearchHard Word SearchSudokuWord Scramble &a
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4th - 7th
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History of Thanksgiving Reading and Worksheet Activity
This concise history of Thanksgiving in America explains how the holiday grew from its roots in England to the major event that it is today. Over the 1 page reading, students learn about the contributions of George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and more to creating Thanksgiving as it is today.Following the reading, students answer a set of reading analysis and opinion questions, including writing about their favorite traditions, understanding the difference between primary
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: Holiday History Common Core Reading Bundle
World War 2 and the Homefront Document Analysis Project for US History
This thorough packet includes 6 documents from the American homefront during WW2 along with background readings on each. Students analyze key information from short paragraphs, posters, and more to answer questions for each. This is a fantastic overview of how life changed for Americans during the war. Included topics are the changing role of women, industrial production, rationing, victory gardens, changing roles for marginalized groups, and internment camps. Each page includes great visuals,
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5th - 10th
American US History Curriculum | Part 1 PLUS American US History Curriculum
The American History US History Part 1 Curriculum PLUS: (1590-1877) contains thousands of pages of materials across 13 American History units and supplement bundles, including assessments, interactive notebooks, Google 1:1 resources, Escape Room breakouts, and much, much more.Purchase this and enjoy immediate access to an entire year of a ready-to-go American History Curriculum, including almost four-thousand pages of engaging activities and Common Core focused classroom resources, differentiate
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5th - 9th
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Comparing the Declaration of Independence & Declaration of the Rights of Man
This activity comparing the Declaration of Independence and Declaration of the Rights of Man is a fantastic higher-level-thinking worksheet for US History or World History. Excerpts from both America's Declaration of Independence and the French Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen are included. After reading the selections from each document, students fill-in a Venn Diagram of similarities and differences they recognized, then answer a set of analysis questions to get them thinking about
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7th - 11th
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Cold War Map Activity: The Iron Curtain and Alliances (Color and Label!)
Don't just show your students a map of the Iron Curtain, N.A.T.O. and the Warsaw Pact, have them make one! Each student will make their own, personalized map of Europe during the Cold War, and enhance their knowledge of the Democratic and Communist alliances. They will label and color their blank map, complete a "Fast Facts" section, and quiz themselves with an "I Can" self-assessment. A completed map is included, and a link to Google Compatible directions, questions, and a sample map has also
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6th - 11th
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Comparing the Vietnam and Korean Wars Worksheet
This great Vietnam War and Korean War Comparison Worksheet has students use higher-level thinking skills to compare the Vietnam War to the Korean War. In 2 simple columns, students respond to a variety of prompts about the two conflicts against the spread of communism.Examples of prompts include: the dates, causes, geography, key players, casualties, outcome, and more! Following the comparison chart, students complete a Venn diagram comparing the Korean and Vietnam Wars (or conflicts to be speci
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7th - 11th
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US CONSTITUTION DAY Reading Comprehension, Word Search & Worksheet Activities
Use these puzzles and accompanying reading comprehension passage to introduce and reinforce important vocabulary words while studying one of America's most important official documents, the US Constitution. Perfect for Constitution Day or keep on hand for engaging activities for your sub folder or early finishers. Puzzles make great no prep activities for early finishers, bell ringers, morning work, handouts, homework, reading comprehension and lesson plan supplements, themed classrooms, sponge
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6th - 9th
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Vietnam War Soldier's Letter Primary Source Reading
This amazing Vietnam War primary source activity features a poetic letter from an American soldier who died in the conflict. It provides a moving interpretation of what it means to be a patriotic American.The letter is beautifully written and will surely have a powerful effect on your students. It is also a great way to integrate reading analysis strategies into a lesson on the Vietnam War.After reading the 1-page letter, students answer a set of open-ended comprehension and opinion questions to
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8th - 12th
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The Boston Tea Party Reading Passage Learning Stations and Project
This resource contains four detailed learning stations with tasks designed to help students learn about the Boston Tea Party. Each station includes reading passages about critical elements of the event. Students will build background and knowledge as they learn about the moments before, during, and after the Boston Tea Party. Check this out! As students learn about the Boston Tea Party, they will complete their work on tea box shapes. When they have finished each task, they will turn their lear
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4th - 8th
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Salem Witch Trials Reading Comprehension Worksheet Informational Text
This passage describes the events of the Salem Witch Trials. 26 questions (matching, true/false, and multiple choice) assess students' understanding. I've included a color and b/w version, as well as a key. *Article (1100-1200 Lexile)*10 Matching Questions*8 True/False Questions*8 Multiple Choice Questions*Color and BW Version*Key Provided*If you don't already, Follow Me!
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Halloween Language Arts Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle
American Imperialism Graphic Organizer
This graphic organizer is a great front loading or ending activity for American Imperialism. It covers American motives, Spanish American War, annexation of Hawaii, Panama Canal, Open Door Policy in China, along with the presidents Roosevelt, Taft, and Wilson. Answer Key is included
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7th - 11th
Missouri Compromise Map Analysis
This simple Missouri Compromise Map Analysis explains the background of the famous agreement, then has students color a map of Free and Slave states based on the Compromise's agreements. After completing the map, 8 analysis questions are included for students to answer. An editable Google Docs version of the worksheet and full answer key are both included for your convenience! This makes for a good homework or class activity combined with this Sectionalism and Compromises PowerPoint and Graphic
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5th - 10th
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Roanoke : Cold Case Investigation
Your students will become Cold Case detectives as they analyze evidence cards to determine what happened to the Roanoke colonists. Students will analyze each "evidence card" throughout the investigation. Afterwards, they will write about what they think happened to the colonists. As a culminating activity, students will participate in a "fishbowl discussion", where they discuss their own theories about the colony.
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1. "Time War" Activity: serves as the "hook" of the less
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4th - 8th
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Mapping The Louisiana Purchase--No PREP!
This ready-to-use Mapping the Louisiana Purchase will give students a, 12-step guided mapping activity on the Louisiana Purchase. All students need to complete the assignment is n American History Textbook, Atlas, OR the internet. This is a great activity to leave with a substitute since it requires only a textbook, crayons, and no prep!Included is the 12-step Mapping the Louisiana Purchase handout and the time period-specific Map. The 12-step handout also serves as a grade sheet/checklist
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7th - 11th
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Also included in: Guided Mapping Growing Bundle for Early American History--NO PREP!
EDITABLE Multiple-Choice Tests / MCQ - APUSH / AP US History - All Units
EDITABLE stimulus-based multiple-choice / MCQ test for each of the four periods for the APUSH / AP US History curriculum. All questions are original, and modeled after the College Board format and difficulty. These are the tests I use on students to achieve pass rates of over 90%! Bundle ContentsFour editable stimulus-based multiple-choice tests for each Period of AP US History (20 questions each; 80 total)Designed to progressively expose students to stimulus-based multiple-choice practice acros
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Roles of the President | A Day in the Life of the Executive Branch | White House
What does the President of the United States do anyway? Throughout the day, the President wears many hats and is responsible for many different roles within the Executive Branch. This engaging mini-lesson is an excellent way for students to comprehend all roles played by the President. "Roles of the President" is an engaging resource for any unit that studies the President or the Executive Branch. The 7 roles studied include: Chief Executive, Chief Diplomat, Commander in Chief, Party Chief, Ec
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6th - 9th
Also included in: PRESIDENTS BUNDLE: Civics, Executive & Presidential Resources
Industrial Revolution's Effects on America Article and Worksheet
This is an excellent short article about how the Industrial Revolution changed the lives of American workers toward the end of the 19th Century. The 1 page article features information about Andrew Carnegie, the rise of factories, the Knights of Labor and other unions, and violence against strikes. Following the reading, a set of Common Core-aligned questions help students analyze the text and determine its central ideas.An editable Google Docs version of the resource and complete answer key are
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6th - 10th
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EMANCIPATION / FREEDOM DAY / JUNETEENTH Word Search Puzzle Worksheet Activity
Commemorate the Emancipation Proclamation and the end of slavery with this Juneteenth word search puzzle worksheet. Puzzles make fun no prep activities for early finishers, bell ringers, morning work, handouts, homework, reading comprehension and lesson plan supplements, themed classrooms, sponge activities, introductions to new topics, and sub files.The 25 hidden vocabulary words are: Abolition, African, American, Barbecue, Celebration, Ceremony, Confederacy, Emancipation, Flag, Freedom Day,
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: NO PREP JUNE Word Search Worksheet Activity Packet / Fun Morning Work
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