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8th grade government Common Core RI.6.1 resources
The World From A to Z With Carl Azuz - News Viewing Guides & Worksheets
Carl Azuz is back with his brand new show called The World from A to Z. It's an excellent format for students to stay informed on current events while watching a brief 9 minute segment that is updated every day with news highlights from around the world. This set of graphic organizer worksheets is an excellent way to analyze and summarize the current events of the day while watching the news broadcast by Carl Azuz ... he's back!These various templates will help students of all ages stay engaged
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4th - 12th
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How Did Hitler Happen? Reading Comprehension Worksheet | WWII Europe
“Why did the Germans follow Hitler?” Students discover the conditions that led to the rise of Hitler with this questioning handout to accompany an excellent article by Junior Scholastic. This lesson is a simple, yet thorough introduction to a unit on World War II or the Holocaust. The student worksheet has 16 questions that go in order with the article. This product does not contain the actual article due to copyrights. If your school subscribes to Junior Scholastic magazine, you can log-on and
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5th - 10th
United States Historical Documents Bundle
Here is an amazing United States historical documents bundled resource that is filled with our top seven activities that we use in our classrooms. The Declaration of Independence, Constitution, Paul Revere’s Ride, The Star-Spangled Banner, The Olive Branch Petition, The Emancipation Proclamation and Gettysburg Address are all included.We are selling this as a bundled resource where you will save over 25% if you bought each activity separate!Included in the bundle is:•Declaration of Independence
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5th - 8th
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Bill of Rights Mini-Unit
Are you looking for engaging, thought-provoking Bill of Rights activities for your students? This is the packet for you! These activities use the original text of the Bill of Rights and are appropriate for 5th through 8th grade students.
Contents of this packet:
Page 3: Original text of the Bill of Rights
Pages 4-7: Unwrapping the Bill of Rights- I listed each Amendment and defined difficult words. Students are asked to review each Amendment and re-write it in their own words.
Pages 8-9:
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5th - 8th
Presidential Election: Passages - Distance Learning Compatible
With this resource, students will learn all about the presidential election process through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. Students can respond to short-answer questions after reading. The questions are aligned to informational text reading standards. Teaching notes and lesson plans are included. This resource can be printed or shared digitally. What is included?+ Printable and interactive digital versions5 reading passages – (See topics below.)5 differentiated readi
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3rd - 8th
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CNN 10 Student News Reflection & Analysis - Easy Printable!
*UPDATED WITH NEW HOSTS - NEW SEGMENTS COMING SOON!*Help your students learn more about current events and the world around them with this engaging analysis and reflection activity and CNN10 (formerly CNN Student News)My students LOVE CNN10 and these forms are the perfect way to help keep them engaged and focused during these news segments - there are over 20 different versions, with a variety of questions, prompts, and reflection activities, which help to create variety!These templates are perf
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5th - 12th
US Constitution 5th Grade
US Constitution 5th Grade Worksheets. Eight U.S. Constitution 5th grade worksheets for your American government unit. Preview same as Download. OverviewExecutiveLegislativeJudicialAmendmentsChecks & BalancesWhite House Floor PlanArt - Jefferson MemorialNeed a bundle? U.S. History (200 worksheets for $5).-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------And from the larger ensemble...SOCIAL STUDIES13 Colonie
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: Puberty Bundle
Bundle_10 Politics Current Events Articles & Activity Packet / Jan - Mar 2024
Enjoy 50% off current events articles from the Politics section. Content addresses actions of the Executive, Legislative, or Judicial Branch that occurred from January - March, 2024. Each lesson plan includes target vocabulary practice, graphic organizers, literacy strategies, open-ended discussion questions, and a lesson extension for additional enrichment. Routine reading helps students build metacognitive skills. These skills enable students to think deeply, reflect often, and formulate origi
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6th - 12th
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World Culture, Geography, Government, Economy Intro Units | Microsoft BIG BUNDLE
This BIG BUNDLE includes 4 UNITS that will enrich your World Cultures and Geography curriculum! The lessons are ENGAGING for students & the guided teaching model is EASY for you to use! The practice activities challenge your classes to think critically while mastering the core concepts of government, economy, geography, and culture. Each resource includes a “Teacher Reference Guide” with detailed lesson plans to make planning a breeze. The materials build a strong foundation in the “big idea
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5th - 10th
Filibuster!: A Public Policy Debate
If there's one thing students love... it's a good debate!Right now, throughout the United States people are debating the Senate's filibuster! Should we keep it? Should we get rid of it?Students love to ARGUE but this lesson focuses on considering all sides of the issue before forming an informed opinion. Student will analyze arguments and brainstorm counter arguments for both sides of the issue. At the conclusion of the lesson, students will write a letter to their representative explaining t
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6th - 8th
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Three Branches of the U.S. Government Social Studies Task Cards
These task cards provides a fun way to review the 3 Branches of the U.S. Government.The collection includes 28 cards, a student worksheet, and an answer key.The cards provide a meaningful review or assessment activity for your class.They can stand alone or make a good combination lesson with a webquest about the same subject. If you're interested, you can view it at the following link.A Collection of 3 WebQuests -The Three Branches of GovernmentI also have a digital copy of the cards. if yo
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: The Three Branches of Government Bundle-Webquest, Task Cards
US Constitution Civics Gov't History Primary Source Document Analysis Bundle
Introduce your students to analyzing primary source documents in the elementary classroom with these easy to use student lessons on the United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights. With these ready-to-use print or Google Drive-ready resources, your students will examine and think critically about topics from American History to learn and practice skills vital for the Social Studies classroom. Bundle Includes:Preamble and Signing of ConstitutionFirst AmendmentSecond Amendment4th & 5th A
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4th - 8th
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The Lady or the Tiger: Reading, Writing, Language, and SS Activities
This high interest resource is a great way to review or practice in an engaging, fun way compound /complex sentences structures. The story "The Lady or The Tiger" by Frank Stockton is one that students enjoy. The high interest lessons and activities in this resource bring the story to life. To begin, students are accused of a silly or petty crime. As a consequence, students pick either Door 1 or Door 2. Behind the door is a terrible fate or a great reward. Later, students compare the criminal
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6th - 9th
Politics_Biden Warns of Weapon Halts to Israel_Current Events Reading_2024
Current events PDF lesson plan. President Biden says that he has threatened to withhold some weapons to Israel if it proceeds with a major ground invasion of Rafah, saying civilians have died as a result of the use of certain bombs. The southern city of Rafah is housing over 1 million civilians, who are fleeing from the war.Articles and long reading passages of recent news stories for middle and high school students in grades 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. Includes literacy strategies and graphic organ
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6th - 12th
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Politics _2024 Presidential Candidates_Current Events News_Released 2023
The United States will hold a presidential election on November 5, 2024. This will be the 60th presidential election in United States history.Teen news articles covering contemporary issues. Great for current events journaling, reading comprehension practice, summer enrichment lessons, substitute teacher plans, home school lessons, or informally chatting with your teen at home. Follow Us @ NewsLessonPlans on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest & YouTube Article Features:· 2 difficulty levels for d
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6th - 12th
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Science_International Court Ruling on Climate Change_Current Events Reading_2024
Current events PDF lesson plan. Europe’s highest human rights court ruled that countries must better protect their people from the consequences of climate change. A court in Switzerland ruled that Switzerland “had failed to comply with its duties” related to protecting the quality of air. Articles and long reading passages of recent news stories for middle and high school students in grades 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. Includes literacy strategies and graphic organizers to support struggling readers.
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6th - 12th
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Politics_US Dept of Justice Sues Apple_Current Events Reading Comprehension_2024
Current events PDF lesson plan. Articles and long reading passages of recent news stories for middle and high school students in grades 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. Includes literacy strategies and graphic organizers to support struggling readers. Also great for independent readers or gifted learners to use during enrichment time. Use for differentiated instruction by allowing students to choose different articles based on interest.Follow @ NewsLessonPlans on X, Facebook, Instagram & Pinterest Fe
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6th - 12th
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Politics_Joe Biden’s State of the Union Address_Current Events Reading_2024
Current events lesson plan. President Joe Biden delivered his third State of the Union Address on Thursday March 7th. Joe Biden attempted to rally against his presidential campaign opponent during the State of the Union Address.Articles and long reading passages of recent news stories for middle and high school students in grades 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. Includes literacy strategies and graphic organizers to support struggling readers. Also great for independent readers or gifted learners to use
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6th - 12th
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Politics_Supreme Court Hears Trump Insurrection Case_Current Events Reading_2024
Long reading passage of recent news stories for middle and high school students in grades 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments on whether former President Donald Trump is ineligible for the presidency under the insurrection clause in the Constitution. Much of the arguments focused on whether Colorado — and states in general — have the constitutional authority to enforce Section 3 of the 14th Amendment.Follow @ NewsLessonPlans on X, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest & YouTu
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6th - 12th
AMERICAN PRESIDENTS Biography Worksheet, Posters, Bookmarks, Clip Art BUNDLE
IN THIS BUNDLE:◆ George Washington◆ John Adams◆ Thomas Jefferson◆ James Madison◆ James Monroe◆ John Quincy Adams◆ Andrew Jackson◆ Martin Van Buren◆ William Henry Harrison◆ John Tyler◆ James K. Polk◆ Zachary Taylor◆ Millard Fillmore◆ Franklin Pierce◆ James Buchanan◆ Abraham Lincoln◆ Andrew Johnson◆ Ulysses S. Grant◆ Rutherford B. Hayes◆ James Garfield◆ Chester A. Arthur◆ Grover Cleveland◆ Benjamin Harrison
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6th - 12th
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Politics_ Republican Debate with Ron DeSantis & Nikki Haley_Reading_Jan 2024
Current events news PDF lesson plans for students in grades 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis had a one-on-one debate on January 10th. Both Haley and DeSantis trail former President Donald Trump nationally and in early primary states. Reading comprehension practice and literacy strategies for standardized testing preparation. Great for enrichment of gifted learners, substitute teachers, and differentiated instruction. For middle and high
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6th - 12th
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Constitution Day - US Constitution Informational Text
Constitution Day : US Constitution Informational Text is perfect for Constitution Day or whenever teaching the Constitution. It includes separate texts on the Constitution, Preamble, Articles of Confederation, and Bill of Rights, all with follow up comprehension activities. In this engaging, Common Core connected package you will find:•The history of the writing of the Constitution, including the pros and cons of Articles of Confederation – with follow-up comprehension questions, answer key incl
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4th - 10th
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Love Letter to a US Amendment: Government Civics Valentine's Writing Activity
This fun Valentine's Day writing activity allows students to show their creative or funny side without getting behind in content. This writing activity requires students to use historical claims to write a love letter to their favorite amendment. Suitable for Civics, US Government, or Comparative Government.IncludesScaffolded instruction page and resource websitesThree Differentiated pages: one scaffolded for ELL/IEP/504 with checklist rubric, one with lines and checklist rubric, and one with a
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Decoding the Constitution
Welcome to Teaching Off Trail!Bringing the world to your students & your students into the world.***NOW AVAILABLE AS A DIGITAL RESOURCE PERFECT FOR REMOTE LEARNING!***After your students understand the tensions that spurred the American Colonists to turn their back on the known and risk everything for liberty, they are ready to delve into the framing of our Constitution. This work sets out to decode some of the most important pieces of this document and its foundation. Our job as teachers is
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4th - 8th
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