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9th grade U.S. History independent work pdfs
Declaration of Independence Activity: The Big Break Up Letter & Texting Activity
The Declaration of Independence was really just a big "break-up" letter written by the colonists to the King of Great Britain. This historical document was written to convince the world of the King's abuses and to let everyone know that the colonies no longer wanted to be in a relationship with Great Britain. While studying the Declaration of Independence, students will use this assignment as a reinforcement to understand just what Jefferson wrote in this historical document. The lesson start
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5th - 9th
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Also included in:Â American History U.S. History Bundle: Beginnings through the 1850's
Juneteenth | Activities + Video
Juneteenth is a date to commemorate the freedom for which we must fight every day in our country.This resource can be used both physically and digitally.It includes:- Cover page.- How to do page.p1:- Introduction.- What is Juneteenth?p2:- Look up the meanings.- What is the significance of Juneteenth?- What do you know about this day?p3:- The Emancipation Proclamation.- Juneteenth and Slavery in Texas.p4:- What Really Happened at Roswell.p5:- Timeline.p6:- The date.- Write a short review about Ab
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4th - 9th
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U.S. Maps & Geography- The Ultimate Label & Color Maps Pack! (American History)
This United States Ultimate Maps & Geography Pack includes eight different maps for your American History student explorers- Political Map, Physical Map, Native American Cultural Regions, 13 Colonies, Westward Expansion, 5 Regions, Civil War, and a World Map. These labeling and coloring activities are interactive, engaging, and ready to use- just print and copy! A Teacher’s Guide is provided, as well as options for use to fit your curriculum/lesson. You will also receive a completed, col
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3rd - 10th
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Also included in:Â US History NO-PREP Student-Centered Bundle: (Distance Learning & Google 1:1)
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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Bill of Rights One-Pager - Creative Project for Civics & American History!
Looking for a creative project for your Bill of Rights unit? This Bill of Rights One-Pager Project has students demonstrate their comprehension of the first ten Amendments to the United States Constitution by describing and illustrating each in an attractive One-Pager art project. Students can draw by hand, paste in pictures, use quotes, word art, or newspaper headlines — the sky's the limit! This imaginative One-Pager lets students get creative and have fun — all while showing off how much the
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5th - 11th
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Also included in:Â The Bill of Rights Bundle! - Articles, Activities, and Creative Projects!
Understanding the Declaration of Independence | Civics & American History
This Understanding the Declaration of Independence Article & Review breaks down each section of the United States Declaration of Independence in a clear, easy to understand way. Questions throughout the article reinforce the key ideas, and a 2-page review has students summarize each section, define key vocabulary, and connect passages of the Declaration to the United States Constitution. Fitting for Civics, Government, and American History classrooms, this is a great review of the Declaratio
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5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Declaration of Independence Activities Bundle | Civics & American Government
Harlem Renaissance Stations Lesson Activity: Readings, Worksheets, & More
This engaging activity on the Harlem Renaissance includes 23 pages on major authors, artists, and musicians of the era along with readings, primary sources, graphic organizers, and more! A teacher directions page explains several different options for using the materials in a stations lesson plan on the Harlem Renaissance. There are 2 different versions of a graphic organizer for students to use as they move through the stations on art, music, and literature of the Harlem Renaissance. Also inclu
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7th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Harlem Renaissance & Roaring 20s Lesson Bundle
America: Story of US - BUNDLE of Episodes 1-12 Worksheets
“These viewing guides are the perfect addition to my U.S. history classroom! I love showing America: The Story of Us all throughout the class, and these viewing guides allow my students to keep notes that they can look back on later to remember what they watched. Having the timestamp really was helpful to my students to ensure they didn't get behind. GREAT resource! :)” - Kristen F.“I needed a quick fill in assignment for a class that was a little bit a head of my others and these are some of th
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7th - 11th
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Industrial Revolution Inventions Worksheet Activity
This simple Industrial Revolution activity features a worksheet with 11 of the most significant inventions of the era. Students research to find the inventor, a picture, and a description for each. However, sometimes the invention is given, while other times students must start with the inventor or just a picture. After completing the chart, students complete a free-response question on which invention they feel has had the biggest impact on the world today.The inventions included on the chart a
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5th - 10th
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50 States and Capitals: Maps, Tests, Activities, Google Classroom & Google Forms
Help your students know all 50 states and capitals of the United States with this huge, MEGA-Pack of resources! This product is available in printable PDF, Google Classroom, and Google Forms. A crossword puzzle, word search, test blanks, word banks, and so many more options are also included in this MEGA-Pack! You will even get a mini-research project template for students to research their favorite state, as well as a creative writing template. Whether it be for a civics unit, history class, cl
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4th - 12th
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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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Bill of Rights Scenarios Analysis Worksheet
This Bill of Rights Scenarios Analysis activity includes abbreviated versions of the first 10 Amendments to the US Constitution for students to read and a set of short scenarios that they must then analyze. Each scenario describes a violation of one of the Bill of Rights in a way that students can identify with and understand. They then refer back to the Bill of Rights to match it to the correct one. Finally, students answer a question regarding their opinion on whether our rights are absolute o
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7th - 11th
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We the People | Preamble to the Constitution One-Pager Activity
This Preamble to the Constitution One-Pager is a creative project that lets your students demonstrate their understanding of the six goals of government laid out in the Preamble! Aligned to the Florida State Standard for Middle School Civics, SS.7.CG.1.8 Preamble of the U.S. Constitution, students read a short passage on the purpose of the Preamble and the importance of its first three words “We the People”. They underline or highlight each of the six goals of government laid out in the Preamble
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5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Preamble to the Constitution Activity Bundle - for Civics & American History
Treaty of Versailles and 14 Points Venn Diagram
This Treaty of Versailles and 14 Points comparison worksheet has students analyzing Woodrow Wilson's 14 Points with the final resolutions of the Treaty of Versailles and then completing a Venn Diagram. Both of the primary source documents are shortened/excerpted and simplified so that students can more easily understand their meaning. Students then make connections to see similarities and differences and place those into a Venn Diagram. This is an excellent activity for both World and American H
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7th - 12th
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Hamilton the Musical Movie Guide (Disney+)
The musical, Hamilton, follows the story of Founding Father and Secretary of the Treasury, Alexander Hamilton. The musical was filmed in 2016 and features the original Broadway cast. The story follows the hardships of his childhood, his marriage to Eliza, and the loss of his son. It also examines his connections with Aaron Burr, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison and more. It discusses his large contribution to The Federalist Papers which helped promote the ratification of The
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8th - 12th
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Also included in:Â In the Heights & Hamilton Musical Movie Guide Duo
American Imperialism Packet with Primary Sources & Readings
This fantastic, 5 page American imperialism packet includes primary source cartoons, quotes, charts, and short readings. Each section explains a topic and includes a type of primary source then asks several questions of varying difficulty. Topics included in the packet are the purchase of Alaska, annexation of Hawaii, Spanish-American War, Platt Amendment, Boxer Rebellion, and more. After reviewing each source and text, students outline key information onto an included notes page. This makes for
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7th - 11th
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Full Year US History Curriculum No-Prep, Student-Centered Digital & Print
This bundle includes EVERYTHING you need to teach American History! Learning Targets, Gallery Walks, primary source analysis, lecture, projects, video guides, role-plays, and much more will keep your lessons fresh and interesting. Keys & Assessments included too.More learning for your students and less stress for you! This Comprehensive Bundle covers United States History from Colonial America all the way to the Modern Era of the 1990s. This is a complete but "evolving bundle." You will also
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Grades:
8th - 12th
APUSH Exam Review Mega-Pack - AP® US History Test Prep - AP Exam Prep
CHECK OUT MY NEW AP EXAM PREP WORKBOOK for an even more streamlined & foolproof APUSH Exam Prep plan. FYI: There is quite a bit of overlap between the two, so you probably don’t need both.Your one-stop-shoppe for APUSH Review! Timelines, Thematic Study Guides, PPTS, Handouts, and more! This includes a bundle of helpful review resources for the APUSH Exam. These resources can be used throughout the year or just in preparation for the May Exam. They can also help a new teacher to prepare for t
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9th - 12th
US Government / 3 Branches / Election / Voting Unit - Differentiated Resources
This unit is perfect for your special education, elementary, or co-taught US History class. Topics covered are the three branches of government, important documents (Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights), political parties (Democrat and Republican), and voting. Perfect to prepare for a discussion about the upcoming election!
A WIDE range of resources allow for each learner to be successful at their own level and give multiple ways to learn.
Interactive Notes: 2 levels
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PreK - 12th
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Andrew Jackson Political Cartoon Analysis Worksheets
These Andrew Jackson Political Cartoon Analysis Worksheets are an excellent Common Core-aligned primary source analysis activity for students! The download features 5 political cartoons related to Andrew Jackson. Each deals with a different aspect of Jackson's presidency: Spoils SystemTariff of AbominationsNational BankIndian Removal ActJackson's use of the presidential veto.Each cartoon is paired with a set of analysis questions for students to answer. An answer key for this is provided along w
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7th - 11th
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Gettysburg Address & Emancipation Proclamation Primary Source Analysis
Abraham Lincoln Gettysburg Address & Emancipation Proclamation Primary Source Analysis
Included in this lesson are 9 primary sources that refer to either President Lincoln's Gettysburg Address or the Emancipation Proclamation. These include political cartoons and newspaper accounts of each one. Students must first correctly match the source and then describe its view in the box.
After analyzing each of the 9 sources, students compose a short essay on the back page explaining which they fee
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7th - 11th
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American Imperialism: World Leader or Bully Worksheet & Lesson Project
This higher-level activity has students thinking critically about 10 American actions during the Age of Imperialism. It includes both a worksheet and editable Google Docs version! Events covered include: The US purchase of AlaskaThe Annexation of HawaiiSpanish-American WarForaker ActPlatt AmendmentPhilippine-American WarOpen Door NotesGentleman’s Agreement of 1907Building of the Panama Canal Roosevelt CorollaryFor each event, students must determine whether they feel the US was acting like a "wo
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7th - 11th
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Dred Scott Decision, Lincoln-Douglas Debates, Election of 1860, Fort Sumter
What finally started the Civil War? Your students will research, analyze, and use their critical thinking skills to read the passages and complete the scaffolding questions. They will use details from the text and knowledge of Social Studies to brainstorm details and arguments to determine the South's reasons for secession and what finally causes the start of the Civil War!Looking for the digital, 1:1 version of this resource? Find it here!The Last Straw Google Drive ASSLIncluded in this resou
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6th - 9th
Also included in:Â Civil War UNIT BUNDLE
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:Â Holiday History Common Core Reading Bundle
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