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Slavery by Another Name Video Worksheet/Webquest
Slavery by Another Name Lesson Plan Most students do not have a good understanding of the discrimination and bias laws that were passed against African Americans after Reconstruction ended. The video Slavery by Another Name along with this video worksheet provide students with a strong understanding of the 13th Amendment and the abuse African Americans faced between the 1870s to the 1940s. This assignment will help students understand how African Americans were treated between the Civil War and
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7th - 12th
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YouTube Movie Questions Rick Steves Holy Land Jerusalem and Israel Questions
Rick Steves is one of the most well-known travel advisers and hosts in the world. Our class is studying the origins of Judaism and I always like to have something for my visual learners to contrast the modern day with the historic world. This documentary is on YouTube, and I included the URL link to the movie and always prefer a guided note sheet for the learning objectives so I created one to keep students engaged during this movie featuring travel to the Holy land. I like having a few key ques
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6th - 9th
THE SOUND OF MUSIC STUDY GUIDE/MOVIE GUIDE (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED)
The hills are alive with Rodgers and Hammerstein's "The Sound of Music"!For as long as I can remember, this has been one of my most favorite Broadway musicals. I love sharing the powerful story and the beautiful songs from "The Sound of Music" with my students."The Sound of Music" is a wonderful introduction to other Rodgers and Hammerstein musicals.This movie guide includes thirty chronological questions to keep your students engaged while viewing this classic movie musical.The answer key is i
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
Also included in: Broadway Musicals Movie Guides Bundle
Complete LIBERTY'S KIDS Series Lesson Bundle Google Forms Video Guide Worksheets
These are GOOGLE FORMS and Google Slides video guides and printable PDF worksheets for the LIBERTY'S KIDS ANIMATED SERIES (40 Episodes)VIDOES CAN BE FOUND HERE: LIBERTY'S KIDS YOUTUBE CHANNELThis product includes:GOOGLE SLIDES presentation of the video guide, with a link to the video (perfect for easy sub plans)Video guide worksheet with a word bank and answer keyKWL worksheetGOOGLE FORMS online version of the video guide (self-grading)These quizzes can be used as a video guide to hold students
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4th - 8th
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The Gilded Age PBS Video Link Questions Historical Analysis Distance Learning
When the wealthiest one percent began to control most of the country's wealth, the United States changed forever. In the PDF is a link to the PBS video, or a YouTube Playlist, and a list of questions for response and critical thinking about the Gilded Age in American History. Some of the topics include railroads, business, poverty, Andrew Carnegie, and more. This is a good resource for Distance or Remote Learning for students. Other video guides for Social Studies videos:Martin Luther and the
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6th - 9th
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Uncover Musical Legends: Explore 7 Composer Specials Movie Guides (Bundle)
"Discover the Lives of Seven Iconic Composers with Our Movie Guides Bundle!Explore the Stories Behind the Music with Movie Guides for:- Rossini's Ghost- Bizet's Dream- Bach's Fight for Freedom- Handel's Last Chance- Liszt's Rhapsody- Strauss: The King of Three Quarter TimePlus, a Bonus Movie Guide for Beethoven Lives Upstairs!Keep Your Students Engaged and Focused During ScreeningsPerfect for Your Substitute Lesson PlansGet a Huge Savings When You Purchase the Movie Guides Bundle!ALSO CHECK OUT
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3rd - 10th, Staff
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Disney Movie Analysis Fact or Fiction Vs History Any Film like Mulan
Take any Disney film like Mulan, or Pocahantas. Enjoy the film in class with this worksheet handout. Students will estimate which events of the movie are probably accurate, and which they think are probably inaccurate. This is a great resource for film analysis, cultural conversation, or historical comparison and contrast. There are 5 events for each side of a graphic organizer for students to classify events of Disney films. Then they guide themselves to research 5 of the 10 events that interes
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5th - 8th
PBS Civilizations Renaissances Documentary Film Questions
10 questions, including additional research, to guide student knowledge and learning from the PBS Documentary Renaissances from the Civilizations program series. Requires a PBS Passport membership, well worth the $60 annually for lots of educational resources, Other video guides for Social Studies videos:Martin Luther and the ReformationRachel Carson and Discoveries in DDT and EnvironmentalismFinding Your Roots: Jimmy KimmelThe Gilded Age on PBSSecrets of the IncaTHE TOP Hauger History resources
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6th - 9th
Chasing Greatness Greek History PBS Documentary Video Link Questions
PBS made a great documentary called Chasing Greatness, it discusses the warring city states, or poleis, of Ancient Greece, the victory at the Battle of Marathon during Persian Wars, and many aspects of Greek history. I created questions to check for understanding and keeping students focused during this educational video. A link to watch the video and download is included as well. This is a great resource to supplement your Social Studies lesson and help visual learners gain a better understandi
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5th - 8th
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Noir Film & Neo Noir Film 1940 - 1991 Films Movies - Dark Film
Film Noir is a style of filmmaking characterized by such elements as cynical heroes, stark lighting effects, frequent use of flashbacks, intricate plots, and an underlying existentialist philosophy. Related to the German Expressionist art movement, the genre was found in American crime dramas of the post-World War II era. (French: “dark film”) Neo Noir was a revival of film noir which occurred in later decades.These educational materials are very flexible and entertaining. They are this way in
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in: Film Bundle : 1) Alfred Hitchcock 2) Film Noir & Neo Noir 3) Musicals
Martin Luther and Protest Reformation Rick Steves Video Link
Martin Luther, more than 500 years ago, transformed his life from a Catholic monk to the leader of the most major reformation the Catholic Church had ever seen. He reshaped the world. Rick Steve's famous travel documentary maker, has a wonderful special that covers the Protestant Reformation. This resource includes a video link to YouTube and PBS to watch the episode, and is a question handout for critical thinking and following along through the video. I incorporate this resource into our Euro
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6th - 9th
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Race Film Questions About Olympian Jesse Owens Movie Black History Month US
Any month is a good time to study Jesse Owens, and his heroic journey to the Olympics to represent the United States in Germany. The film is phenomenal and these questions will help keep your class focused as you study him during Black History Month or anytime. I enjoyed the movie a lot and will make it part of my annual teaching plan. 8 questions with open ended responses for thoughtful reflection. Jesse Owens is a fascinating research subject and a great role model for his commitment and stren
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7th - 10th
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Rachel Carson DDT Environmentalism PBS Doc Questions and Video Link
Rachel Carson worked diligently as a scientific researcher, novelist, scientist, and environmentalist against difficult odds. This PBS documentary highlights her accomplishments, and how she drew attention to the damages of DDT on the natural world after its wide adoption. These questions will help students focus during the video and gain knowledge from the film. There is a link to the YouTube playlist which can be used, or the PBS full version can be shown. There are many lessons to be learned
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7th - 10th
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Joyeux Noël (2005) Film Assignment
This assignment includes a choice of writing prompt that encourage students to consider the realities for fighting soldiers during World War One and why the Christmas Truce happened. Students can choose one of three prompts upon which to focus, which helps students frame their viewing of Christian Carion's 2005 film, Joyeux Noël, which dramatized the Christmas Truce of 1914.Included is a rubric that covers three major strands:Knowledge/UnderstandingApplicationCommunicationTopics Covered in Film:
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Not Grade Specific
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Also included in: CHC2D: PowerPoints and Assignments - Canada, WW1, WW2, Cold War
Roman History Movie Questions: The Eagle (2011)
This series of questions covers thematic questions from The Eagle (2011), an excellent alternative film choice to present in Ancient History courses. Sure, your class could watch Gladiator (2000), but really; every Ancient History class watches the Russell Crowe swords ‘n sandals flick, don't they? Why not do something different!?Instead, march to your own drum and watch the lesser-known 2011, The Eagle, which focuses on Roman action near Hadrian’s Wall and the far northern reaches of what we no
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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42 The Jackie Robinson Film Reflection Questions Movie for Black History Month
42 The Jackie Robinson Film Reflection Questions to help analyze the Movie 42 for Black History Month. It is an excellent production. Its historic, educational, challenging, fun, and invites discussion and critical thinking. Using five reflection questions, at 3 points each, this guide is a great way to get students thinking and talking about the movie. Its an excellent watch in my 8th Grade Social Studies class, and perfect for Black History Month or any time of the year.
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7th - 10th
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The Maya The Lost Civilization Mayan YouTube Documentary Questions
Watch a movie to open the visual learners to the Ancient Mayan Civilization! This YouTube video link is included for easy access. I created six short answer questions, and one essay question, to help focus student attention during the film. The film, "The Maya, the Lost Civilization" discusses language, art, culture, and artifacts from Mayan History and the cultural significance of the Pre-Columbus Americas. Try my TOP 7 Middle School Resources in my HaugerHistory Store:7. 10 Week Computer Scien
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6th - 9th
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Finding Your Roots PBS Episode Guide Questions Melissa McCarthy Eric Stonestreet
Finding Your Roots PBS Episode Guide Questions Melissa McCarthy Eric Stonestreet - 5 key questions for understanding every 10 minutes or so from the PBS episode, and a link to possibly watch the episode on YouTube, all rights of the content itself are with PBS, I just typed some questions about their heritage to keep students focused. Great watch for World History Class!
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8th - 11th
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Finding Your Roots Questlove Charlayne Hunter Gault Dr Phil Questions History
Finding Your Roots Questlove Charlayne Hunter Gault Dr Phil Questions History questions from the PBS series, "Finding Your Roots". I purchased a subscription, and believe you should support the episode creators, I also found the link on YouTube as a preview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVT7Qu6VQKUthis guide features 3 big picture questions, including connections to historical topics, and then also has spaces for an exit ticket: 3 things students learned, 2 things they found interesting, and
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7th - 12th
Walmart the High Costs of Low Prices Film Study Questions
I recommend the film, The High Cost of Low Prices, and supporting by buying a copy if you watch it, but I also know it is on YouTube at the time of this posting, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jf-Sr3SjBzk&t=9s and created the following question sheet to keep students engaged and thinking about how economics and business affects many aspects of society. My TOP 8 Resources in my HaugerHistory Store:8. 10 Week Computer Science Technology Course for Middle School Jr. High7. Colonial Sales Boot
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9th - 12th
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The Big Short Film Comprehension Questions and American Housing Collapse
Questions involve normative and positive economics, collateralized debt obligation, and the housing market crash as referenced by the film, The Big Short. The second page is a mock up of a permission slip for parents.
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9th - 12th
Nat Geo American Genius Thomas Edison V Nicola Tesla Electricity Film Questions
Nat Geo American Genius Thomas Edison V Nicola Tesla Electricity Film Questions is a 6-question, spread out through the episode, movie guide, to keep students focused on the video, but not so distracted that they can not enjoy the presentation. Created by National Geographic, this is an excellent episode (Netflix and YouTube at the time of this posting, not posted by me) to show the visuals, plans, challenges, and genius of these two amazing Industrial inventors.
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8th - 11th
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Mayan Documentary Questions: Time Life's Lost Civilizations: The Blood of Kings
This package contains questions about the "Blood of Kings", part of the 1995 Time Life Documentary series Time Life's Lost Civilizations. The documentary provides classes a chance to look at historians views on the Ancient Maya.Attached in this package is a 3 page question sheet to help guide student viewers to organize information. A discussion about bias in history is suggested, specifically to address featured commentary from a New York city art dealer and their views on Indigenous History.Sy
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6th - 11th
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Also included in: Ancient History - Indigenous Peoples Mini-Unit
A Bundle of Beethoven!
A bundle of Beethoven!This is a growing bundle! You will be notified as I add resources related to the study of this great composer.Get credit for future purchases:Please go to your "My Purchases" page (you may need to login). Beside each purchase you'll see a "Provide Feedback" button. Simply click it and you will be taken to a page where you can give a quick rating and leave a short comment for the product. I value your feedback greatly as it helps me determine which products are most valuabl
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4th - 8th
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