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African history literature circles for parents
The Water Princess by Verde 19 Book Extension Activities NO PREP
Beautiful book based on the true story of African model, Georgie Badiel. Gie Gie must walk with her mother everyday to get water from the well. Gie Gie wants to find a way to bring the water closer to her village. Wonderful opportunity for discussion. From Amazon:With its wide sky and warm earth, Princess Gie Gie’s kingdom is a beautiful land. But clean drinking water is scarce in her small African village. And try as she might, Gie Gie cannot bring the water closer; she cannot make it run clear
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K - 3rd
Also included in:Â It's Time for a Story 10 Book Bundle SET FOUR 155 Activities for 10 Titles
A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park: Novel Chapter Quizzes
A Long Walk to Water by Newbery Award winning author Linda Sue Park is based on a true story of refugee boys during the civil war crisis in Sudan (Africa). It is also a story about the global issue of clean water availability. The book presents an incredible reading experience, one that I'd recommend to any middle school classrom! This product is a set of 18 printable quizzes to assess your students' comprehension and memory recall of the novel events. Quizzes are comprised of 5 multiple choice
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â A Long Walk to Water Bundle
Born a Crime Reading Comprehension Questions & Teacher Key
Born a Crime by Trevor Noah is the perfect novel to get your students reflecting on the genre of memoir while developing an understanding of life in modern-day, post-apartheid South Africa. The reading comprehension guide is comprised of comprehension questions for each of the 18 chapters of the novel. There are between 1-7 questions for each chapter. The teacher key provides the answers for each of those questions. You are going to love teaching Born a Crime and this reading comprehension gui
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
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A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park - Reader Response Journal and Rubric
A Long Walk to Water by Newbery Award winning author Linda Sue Park is an incredible reading experience, one that I'd recommend to any middle school classrom! This product is a set of 24 printable writing prompt worksheets that will encourage your students to think critically and share their thoughts in a well written paragraph. A rubric for self-evaluation and teacher assessment will help both students and teachers stay on track with the writing task.The New York Times bestseller A Long Walk to
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6th - 8th
Also included in:Â A Long Walk to Water Bundle
A Long Walk to Water Anticipation Guide & Post Reading Activity
A Long Walk to Water by Newbery Award winning author Linda Sue Park is an incredible reading experience, one that I'd recommend to any middle school classrom! This product is an anticipation guide that you can use to pique students' interest and introduce them to the concepts that will appear in the novel. After students complete the chart create discussion by asking students to share their answers. I like to put the signs: AGREE/DISAGREE/NEUTRAL around the room as ask students to move to the si
Grades:
6th - 8th
Also included in:Â A Long Walk to Water Bundle
Who Was Harriet Tubman? {Black History Month Novel Study} - PRINT & DIGITAL
Who Was Harriet Tubman? novel study is a PRINT & DIGITAL resource through GOOGLE SLIDES and EASEL by TPT. This novel study is ready for DISTANCE LEARNING. Black History Month Resource:Connect American History and literature by reading the novel Who Was Harriet Tubman? by Yona Zeldis McDonough. Included in this Black History Month novel study are:Printer Friendly Black Line Packet7 Pages of Comprehension Questions with an Answer Key7 Pages of Extension Activities - Nonfiction Text Fe
Grades:
3rd - 4th
Novel Study: Tristan Strong Punches A Hole In The Sky by Kwame Mbalia
Includes questions for each chapter and answer key with page numbers for each question.
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4th - 8th
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Novel Study: The Forgotten Girl by India Hill Brown
Includes questions for each chapter and answer key with page numbers for each question.
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4th - 8th
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MOROCCO 193 Little Adventures Pack - Printable culture packs for curious kids
Let's visit MOROCCO - DIGITAL DOWNLOADThe Montessori-inspired pack of printables will help you teach your child about the world in a fun, yet educational way.Here at 193 Little Adventures, we believe that teaching children about the world, different cultures, religions, food and traditions will help them to be more curious and more accepting of people who are different to themselves. Join Hana and Diego as you travel around MOROCCO. Discover the Hassan Tower of Rabat and learn some local saying
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K - 3rd
Our Dark Past - A Black History Text
Our Dark Past is a Black History reference, designed with young people in mind. As an educator, I see the need for a Black History text that is both comprehensive and concise. This text starts with the foundations of slavery, highlights Black innovators and finishes with modern day role models like Robert F. Smith and Vice President Kamala Harris. I have included facts about pioneers like Fannie Lou Hamer, Alvin Ailey, the Buffalo Soldiers and the 'Hidden Figures' of NASA.
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Not Grade Specific
A Long Walk to Water Bundle
A Long Walk to Water by Newbery Award winning author Linda Sue Park is based on a true story of refugee boys during the civil war crisis in Sudan (Africa). It is also a story about the global issue of clean water availability. The book presents an incredible reading experience, one that I'd recommend to any middle school classrom!This bundle has everything you need to share this book with your students and teach them some reading comprehenion and writing skills along the way. This bundle include
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7th - 9th
I Am Kenneth Omondi Ochieng
The English version of our 3rd to 5th-grade reader, a story told by Kenyan Native resident Dr. Kenneth Omondi Ochieng about his life in Kenya and how he became a food forester working to reforest Kenya and other countries and how he works to revitalize the Lake Victoria ecosystems. This book is also available in Dr. Kenneth Omondi Ochieng's native language of Omondi and told in his own voice in the audio link included in both the English and Omondi versions. 50% of all sales on this title are do
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3rd - 6th
Ancestry & Black Americans, a resource companion for " Born on the Water" book
This is a companion resource guide intended to be used with the book "The 1619 project, Born on the Water" by Nikole Hannah-Jones and Renee Watson.After reading this book to my children, I wanted to make sure they understood a few key elements in the story. Such as, what is ancestry? What does it mean to create a family tree? What is genealogy? What is a legacy? What does it mean to leave a legacy? So I created a companion resource to go along with this book. I wanted my children to be proud of
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Homeschool
HISTORICAL BACKGROUND INTRO & EDITABLE BOOK REPORT template Long Walk to Water
PURPOSE: This NONFICTION PowerPoint bundle provides digital pre-reading resources & factual historical background information for A Long Walk to Water: Based on a True Story by Linda Sue Park BL 5.0. Also included is the editable BOOK REPORT PowerPoint template especially designed for use with historical fiction novels. This may be completed as a culminating project or assessment.GOAL: to prepare each student to read rigorous historical fiction literature by front-loading historical facts
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4th - 12th
Kwanzaa Principles Activities BUNDLE
The 'Kwanzaa Principles Activities' is a thoughtfully curated resource, specifically designed for celebrating Kwanzaa and African American Heritage Week. This bundle stands out as an exemplary blend of cultural education and creative enjoyment, crafted to enrich understanding and appreciation of Kwanzaa's rich traditions and values. It's an ideal choice for educators and parents looking to engage students and children in a vibrant, interactive way, making the celebration of Kwanzaa both educatio
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K - 3rd
HISTORICAL BACKGROUND Intro & EDITABLE BOOK REPORT for novel CHAINS
PURPOSE: This PowerPoint lesson bundle provides digital pre-reading resources & factual historical background information for Chains by Laurie Halse Anderson. BL-5.2GOAL: to prepare each student to read rigorous historical fiction literature by front-loading historical facts to aid comprehension & align to standardsAUDIENCE: whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual/homeschool classrooms, literature circles or book clubsHISTORICAL POWE
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6th - 12th
Ancient Egypt Reading Passages Unit - Comprehension Questions with answers
Ancient Egypt Worksheets - Reading Comprehension Passages and questions with answer sheets. This resource contains 4 Engaging, Non-Fiction Reading Comprehension Passages with answers.A quick overview of topics covered in this resource include:1.) Ancient Egypt- covers the civilisation of Ancient Egypt- the Nile River- how the floods happened and the benefitsKeywords: Civilisation, Nile River, Fertile, Crops, cultivation2.) Society & Social Structure of Ancient Egypt- covers the social hierar
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Not Grade Specific
Also included in:Â Ancient Egypt Primary School Bundle of Activities
Now Is the Time for Running Novel Study/South Africa Unit (UPDATED Oct 2023)
Now Is the Time for Running is an amazing story of survival that follows Deo and his mentally disabled older brother on a transformative journey that will stick with readers long after the last page. This novel discusses xenophobia and gives us a glimpse into the life of a young refugee. SummaryJust down the road from their families, Deo and his friends play soccer in the dusty fields of Zimbabwe. They are cheered by his older brother, Innocent. It is a day like any other until the soldiers arri
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8th - 12th
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Black History Month
Show your support and celebrate Black History Month with our exclusive collection! Each design honors the rich heritage, achievements, and contributions of Black individuals throughout history. Made with premium quality materials and available in a variety of sizes, only stylish but also a meaningful way to stand in solidarity and promote equality. Wear your pride and make a statement this Black History Month!
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Kindergarten Maps, Globes, & Continents
This culturally representative product is designed to introduce the concept or maps, globes, and continents to your kindergartner. This unit was developed to give students a greater sense of self and affirm their identities beyond the traditional Eurocentric social studies curriculum. Your students will love learning about the TRUE size of each of the continents and the difference between a map and a globe. In an effort to grow 21st century leaders, this resource also comes with a bonus lesson o
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PreK - 1st
African Kings and Queens Coloring Book
The African Kings & Queens Coloring Book provides young learners the opportunity to learn about African Kings and Queens in addition to developing their writing and coloring skills. Each page has a letter practice component and picture for students to color. Pages also include a quick statement of the Kings and Queens so they are learning too!
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PreK - 2nd
Plessy v Ferguson Socratic Seminar
This resource includes the following:Plessy V Ferguson reading covering background, amendment elements, and final remarks from Justice Henry Brown and Justice John HarlanAnnotation technique to ensure close reading and note taking on the text (can be used for a grade)Potential discussion questions for the Socratic SeminarInstructions on how to conduct the Socratic Seminar and sentence stems to help students phrase their comments or questions in the Socratic Seminar
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9th - 12th
A black historical month and the most famous things said about it .
Black History Month is a designated period, observed annually in February in the United States and Canada, dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the contributions, achievements, and history of African Americans. For children, the study of history, particularly during Black History Month, holds immense importance in fostering a well-rounded and inclusive education. Here are some reasons why studying Black history is crucial for children:Cultural Awareness and Diversity: Learning about Black hi
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Not Grade Specific
Nelson Mandela Book Bundle - Worksheets for 3 Books
This resource is a book bundle with activities to do based on the following books about Nelson Mandela:1. Little People, Big Dreams - Nelson Mandela by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara2. The Extraordinary Life of Nelson Mandela by E. L. Norry3. National Geographic Kids Reader - Nelson Mandela by Barbara KramerAll of these resources are available in our store to be purchased individually but purchasing them together in this bundle is a significant saving.Some of the activities in this resource may be
Grades:
3rd - 6th
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