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Ancient Greece Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Informational Text
This reading comprehension worksheet bundle covers various topics about ancient Greece (outlined below). Each passage has comprehension questions. I've included a color and black and white version of each, as well a key. The individual listings have more information and previews. These are great for centers, homework, fast finishers, substitutes, etc. They are print and go, so they do not take much prep at all. Includes articles on the following topics: AthensCity-StatesGeographyTimelineMino
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5th - 8th
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Five Themes of Geography Reading Comprehension Worksheet and Activities
Several Social Studies' Pacing Guides call for review or teaching of the Five Themes of Geography. I found that even though my students had seen this information in the past, they were still confused about some of the differences. This product gives students an informational passage (800-900 Lexile Level) on the history of the themes and a brief description of each. A graphic organizer is provided for students to complete while reading the passage. This can be done as whole group instruction,
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Social Studies MEGA Reading Comprehension Bundle For Buyer
Branches of Government United States Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle
This bundle provides three different articles and set of questions on each branch of the U.S. government: executive, judicial, and legislative. There are 14 questions that assess students' understanding on each. I've also included a bonus file on the checks and balances. I have provided both color and BW versions of the documents. These are NOT editable files.Includes:-Judicial Branch-Legislative Branch-Executive BranchBONUS: Checks and BalancesArticle and 14 questions for each.Color and black
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4th - 7th
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Financial Literacy Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Center Activities
This Financial Literacy Bundle is great for many classes! It will give students all overall surface knowledge of many types of financial literacy. Many of my students have heard some of these terms, but have no idea what they actually are! INCLUDES:*Types of Expenses- 15 Comprehension Questions*What is Credit?- 10 Matching Questions*Applying for Credit- 12 Comprehension Questions*Checking Accounts- 7 Comprehension Questions*How to Write a Check- Practice Check Writing *Saving Money- 10 Matchi
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5th - 8th
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America's Thirteen 13 Colonies Reading Comprehension Bundle Colonial America
This bundle gives a brief overview of each region of the 13 colonies: Southern, Middle, and New England. Students can fill out the Regions Chart while reading each article. There is also a map for labeling the colonies and 2 quiz options. To summarize all three, there is a "Name the Region" chart (free file). Includes:-Map for labeling (with 2 quiz options)-Articles with comprehension questions on the 13 Colonies divided into 3 sections: Southern, Middle, and New England-Chart to organize inf
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4th - 7th
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Industrial Revolution in the U.S. Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle
This reading comprehension bundle provides an overview of the Industrial Revolution (focusing on a United States perspective). Each article has a preview on its individual listing with more specific details. Please check these out so you know exactly what you are getting. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. (These are PDFs and NOT editable files.)Tutorial How to Make PDFs Editable for Google ClassroomIncludes articles covering the following topics:*The Industr
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5th - 8th
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Road to the Revolution Illustrated Timeline Project
Students complete a planning sheet using notes/textbook resources with information on 12 events leading up the the American Revolution. They then create a 2-sided illustrated timeline to show all 12 events in order. This product includes: 1-Page instructions and grading rubric (original and updated versions!)1-Page Student Note-Taking Guide (original and updated versions!)1 Instructional PowerPoint showing students how to create their project and providing project examples. *This product does
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4th - 10th
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American Revolution Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Revolutionary War
This bundle includes articles and questions on several topics (listed below) related to the Revolutionary War. Each individual listing has more details and previews. (These are NOT editable files.) *I've included a suggested order for teaching these on the last page of the PREVIEW. (click on it to see).Topics include:*Causes of the American Revolution*Boston Massacre*Sons of Liberty*Boston Tea Party*Declaration of Independence *Continental Congress*Articles of Confederation*Patriots vs. Loyal
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5th - 6th
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Westward Expansion Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle U.S. History
This reading comprehension bundle contains many articles on various aspects of Westward Expansion (listed below). Each individual listing has more information about the product and provides preview pictures. Each product listing has more details and previews. Each product has a color and BW version, as well as a key. The full preview provides pictures of each product.These are NOT editable files.**7/22/2022- I am in the process of updated these products, so if you purchase this bundle, please ch
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5th - 7th
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Patriots vs. Loyalists Reading Comprehension Worksheet American Revolution
Help your students understand the differences in Patriots and Loyalists with this reading comprehension worksheet. Students complete a chart comparing the two groups. 10 questions ask students to identify if the statement describes Patriots, Loyalists, or both. Students also answer 5 multiple choice questions. I've provided a color and black and white version, as well as a key. INCLUDES:Article (basics) (900-1000 Lexile)10 questions Chart to completeColor and BW VersionsKey includedPart of my
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4th - 6th
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Hidden Figures Background Reading Comprehension Worksheet
Getting ready to watch Hidden Figures with your students? I have found this as an amazing movie to watch in between my Cold War and Civil Rights unit. This article has background information for the movie (1100-1200 Lexile). 31 questions- identify and multiple choice- assess students learning. The ZIP file has a student version too for posting on Google classroom or Canvas, or emailing to students or parents. Please do not post on public sites.Tutorial How to Make PDFs Editable for Google Cl
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6th - 8th
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Latitude and Longitude Worksheet | Differentiated Activity| World Map
Students will practice following latitude and longitude coordinates to identify continents and oceans on a world map. This activity comes with 2 differentiated versions to meet your students' needs! Worksheet A has no labels, so students can practice identifying continents, oceans, and 2 (easily identifiable) countries as they follow the Latitude and Longitude coordinates! Worksheet B is similar, and perfect for ELL's or struggling learners! The map on this version is labeled, so students can re
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: Latitude and Longitude ACTIVITY BUNDLE!
Declaration of Independence Reading Comprehension Worksheet American Revolution
This passage gives the basics of the Declaration of Independence. 13 questions (identify and multiple choice) assess students' learning. There is also a chart where students identify the parts of the Declaration. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. INCLUDES:Article describing the Declaration of Independence (basics) Chart13 questions (identify and multiple choice) Color and BW VersionsKey includedPart of my American Revolution Reading Comprehension BundleYou ma
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5th - 6th
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Ancient China Reading Comprehension Informational Text Worksheet Bundle
This reading comprehension bundle has various topics on ancient China. The individual listings have previews and more details. Each product listing has more details and previews. Each product has a color and BW version, as well as a key. There is a preview of each item, so be to check that out so you see exactly what you're getting.17 articles with questions:-Timeline-Geography-Silk Road-Great Wall-Forbidden City-Terracotta Army-Daily Life-Clothing-Religion -Mythology-Festivals-Calendar-Enterta
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4th - 6th
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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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The Lost Colony of Roanoke Reading Comprehension Colonial America North Carolina
This passage describes the lost colony of Roanoke. 23 questions (matching, true/false, and multiple choice) assess the students' understanding. Students are asked to write a paragraph explaining what think believe happened and draw a picture. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. Check out the PREVIEW to see exactly what you're getting. The ZIP file has 3 versions of PDF files:1) Article and Questions in Color and Black and white and Key2) Color Student Version3)
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: Colonial America Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle
Ancient Rome Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Civilizations Roman
This reading comprehension worksheet bundle provides 28 articles and questions on ancient Rome (topics are listed below). The question types vary, but the individual listings provide information and previews on each. I've included color and black and white versions, as well as key. These are also great homework, fast finishers, classwork, substitutes, centers, homeschool, etc.These are NOT editable files.INCLUDES:EntertainmentCaesar CiceroCity Life Country LifeClassesColosseumConstantineDaily
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5th - 7th
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Current Events Printables Worksheets Graphic Organizers Informational Text News
Here are 23 no-prep current events printables and graphic organizers that can be used with any article or internet news post. Use them when you are reading an article as a class or for independent selections to keep your students accountable. They will also work well with Time for Kids and Weekly Reader articles.WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:23 Graphic Organizers for Current Events11 come in both lined & unlined versions!DIFFERENTIATION OPTIONS:Multiple types of graphic organizers for all ability
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4th - 7th
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War of 1812 Overview Informational Text Reading Comprehension Worksheet
Need a quick overview of the War of 1812? This passage provides a brief summary of the war. 25 questions (matching, true/false, and multiple choice) assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as the key. INCLUDES:Overview of the War of 1812article with 25 comprehension questions- matching, true/false, and multiple choiceColor and BW VersionsKey includedThis is a PDF file, so it is NOT editable.You may also like:Civil War BundleSlavery BundleWorl
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5th - 8th
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Note-Taking Bundle
This bundle includes 6 products for all levels of note-takers, from 2nd grade beginners to advanced high school students. It supports and instructs students on how to take effective notes. Use the templates that work for your learners and gradually introduce new templates as your students are ready. Specific templates are included for science, social studies/history, math, and coding language arts texts. In addition, general templates are included that can be used with ANY history/social scien
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2nd - 12th
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The Black Death Reading Comprehension Worksheet Middle Ages Bubonic Plague
This passage gives a brief overview of the Black Death, or Bubonic Plague. 15 questions (identify, short answer) assess students' understanding of this topic. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. Includes:Article 15 Questions- identify, short answer Color and BW VersionsKey includedPart of my Middle Ages BundleYou may also like my Renaissance Bundle*If you don't already, Follow Me! I add new products almost daily.
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5th - 6th
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Comparing Economic Systems Worksheet: Capitalism Vs. Communism
This simple worksheet on communism and capitalism provides the definition of each with a graphic and then has students explain the differences, benefits, and similarities of them. This is an excellent homework activity for students to complete on their own prior to teaching this Cold War Timeline Lesson.Great for younger, special education, or ELL students because it attempts to make complex issues simple to understand.Both an answer key and editable Google Doc version of the resource are now in
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4th - 8th
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Civil War Reconstruction Reading Comprehension Worksheet Carpetbaggers
This passage briefly describes Civil War Reconstruction. Students take notes on a chart about different aspects of Reconstruction while reading. 14 questions (identify and multiple choice) assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as the key. INCLUDES:ArticleChart 14 questions- identify, multiple choiceColor and BW VersionsKey IncludedPart of my Civil War Bundle*If you don't already, Follow Me! I add new products almost daily.
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: American Civil War Reading Comprehension Informational Worksheet Bundle
I Have A Dream Speech Analysis Worksheet Martin Luther King Jr. Civil Rights
This product provides a study of Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous "I Have a Dream" speech. An article with 9 open-ended questions provides background information. I have divided up the text of the speech with room for summary to the side. 14 total multiple choice and short answer questions further check for understanding. I typically show the video of the speech while going over this and we stop and discuss throughout. Includes: Background article with 9 questionsSpeech with room for summaryMu
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6th - 8th
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