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High school Black History Month government resources for GATE
Harlem Renaissance Activities - Escape Room (paper + digital) - Black History
Make learning fun with this Harlem Renaissance activity! Your students will learn about the historical context of the Harlem Renaissance as well as famous figures. This is reading-heavy and "true history," but a great addition to Black History Month or National Poetry Month. Use this Harlem Renaissance Activity for:✅ ELA or Social Studies✅ Your poetry unit or National Poetry Month✅ Black History Month This Harlem Renaissance activity is the perfect way to introduce your students to the era. It h
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7th - 10th
Immigration and the Law - Internet Research Projects for High School
31 printable or digital pages for students to research immigration and the law. Students analyze who was targeted, how the public reacted, what the problems were with it, and what was happening globally or in the US at the time. Students investigate acts of congress, court cases, immigration operations, and presidential executive orders: Oath of Allegiance (1727), Naturalization Act of 1790, Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798, Naturalization Law of 1802, Fourteenth Amendment (1868), Chinese Exclusi
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9th - 12th
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Fairy Tales on Trial
Students discover a unique way to determine the fine line between “doing wrong” and “crime.” They “study” character education by “doing” - using fairy tales and simulating investigation and trials. The activities challenge students as they use all language arts skills: critical reading, analytical thinking and writing, speaking and drama.
Use with the entire class, choosing an appropriate case by its complexity and appropriate level of challenge. The class creates all elements of a case and pres
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3rd - 9th
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WE WEAR THE MASK POEM & ART | Inside Outside Poem Dunbar BLACK HISTORY MONTH
In this no-prep, easy-to-use unit inspired by Paul Laurence Dunbar’s “We Wear the Mask” poem, students will use art and poetry to deeply analyze the masks we wear, distinguish between their inside vs. outside character and personality traits, and represent these findings through a self-created mask. This engaging activity turns this abstract concept into an activity that is high-interest, easy to understand, and memorable!This The Mask I Wear Product Includes 12 NO PREP, easy-to-use pages:•Pages
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5th - 12th, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in: BLACK HISTORY MONTH ART POETRY PERSONALITY | We Wear the Mask Dunbar
Advanced Fairy Tales on Trial
" . . . an age appropriate version of an important element in our society . . ."
Learn it. Remember it. Live it. Right. Wrong. Consequences. Values that make the difference are found in Janis Silverman's second book "Advanced" Fairy Tales. Some of the tales are less familiar; some are more complicated and take a more mature student to untangle the possible misbehaviors to be charged. But the teacher-tested results speak for themselves . . .
". . . What a great way to teacher character education
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3rd - 9th
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Student Letter to Senator: Argumentative Writing & Civics
Let your students voices be heard with this argumentative letter writing assignment!! Students will select a topic, research the topic, and write a letter using a thesis (claim) and supporting research to justify their claim. Then, mail the letter off so that your students can make their voices heard! (Stamps and envelopes not included)
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This lesson packet is takes your students through the basic steps of writing an argumentative letter to their Congressperson. The packet i
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3rd - 12th
American Government and Civics: John Locke and the Declaration of Independence
This item is apart of a bundle! Teaching the enlightenment? Use this lesson as a way to teach the philosophy of John Locke and his influence on the Founding Fathers. This can used in Interactive notebooks or as separate consumables You will Love this resource because:Provides 2 lesson versions for Gifted and Gen Ed classes. Collaborative Activity Critical Thinking ActivitiesNotes Declaration of Independence Analysis Editable PowerPointWant access to ALL of my civics resources? Join the Civics an
Grades:
6th - 12th
BLACK HISTORY ART & POETRY BUNDLE |We Wear the Mask & Two Voice Poem | About Me
Save 25%...includes We Wear the Mask poetry and art unit & Inside/Outside Two Voice Poem Activity! Boost student relationships and remember your students’ personality types all year with this no-prep, easy-to-use We Wear the Mask & Inside/Outside Traits Two Voice Poem BUNDLE!! First, students embark on a unit inspired by Paul Laurence Dunbar’s “We Wear the Mask” poem. In it, students will use art and poetry to deeply analyze the masks we wear, distinguish between their inside vs. outside
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3rd - 12th
Multiple Perspectives on Public or Current Issues Guided Notes and Activity
Teaching multiple Perspectives in social studies? For years I struggled with teaching multiple perspectives in an engaging way. I created this resource as a way for students to understand multiple perspectives on current issues. When doing this lesson you will have to find an issue with multiple perspectives. In class I start off with showing a video of 2 perspectives and we complete the worksheet as a class. SS.7.C.2.13This resource includes: -Lesson Plan - Multiple Perspectives Worksheet- Pers
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6th - 12th
Distance Learning: Boston Massacre Digital Breakout / Escape Room
:::::DISTANCE LEARNING FRIENDLY! NO PREP!:::::The Boston Massacre Digital Breakout Description:Looking for a digital breakout covering The Boston Massacre? If so, then this is the document for you! All you need is connection to the internet! This breakout is on a Google Form (using response validation).A digital breakout has students find a series of online clues to unlock "locks." Breakouts are a great way to increase student engagement in the 21st century. The 4Cs are incorporated as students
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5th - 10th
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Second Amendment: Research and Class Debate (Gr. 7-12)
No study of the Constitution or current events is complete without a well researched and organized class debate. This resource provides teacher and student guidance through the 2nd Amendment debate process-- researching the Amendment and its modern application, the debate format, and a written reflection to conclude.This bundle includes:- Ppt to guide class- Research organizers for student use- Four sourced documents to spur research- Sentence starters for debate participant use- Sideline orga
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Charts and Graphs - Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War
15 charts and graphs about Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War. Students analyze and describe:Resources of the Union and Confederacy,1860 Election - popular vote and electoral college, Deaths in Civil War battles (Gettysburg, Shiloh, etc),Deaths in US wars (WWI, WWII, Korean, etc),Causes of discharge in Civil War,Retaking of the South by year (1862, 1863…),Most Popular Presidents,Age of Presidents, Height of Presidents,Cost of Presidential Campaigns,Vote of Succession by counties,and more...Take a
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7th - 12th
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Systems of Government Student Created Gallery Walk
Having a hard time explaining systems of government? Use this student created gallery walk as a way for your students to think about and diagram systems of government. Gifted students will especially love this because it challenges them to think about how the power is distributed. Students will diagram how the power is distributed in a system of government and will walk around the room and guess their peers system of government. Watch your students as they make the systems of government easy to
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6th - 12th
HISTORY DETECTIVE: Death of President Zachary Taylor - Primary Source Analysis
For this installment of HISTORY DETECTIVE, students will examine primary and secondary source documents and use evidence from those documents to justify their claim concerning a 170-year-old mystery: Who Killed President Zachary Taylor?
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On July 4, 1850- after only 16 months in office- President Zachary Taylor was in the middle of a heated battle over slavery in the new territories. The "Compromise of 1850" and its controversial Fugitive Slave Act was tearing the nation apart. He
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7th - 12th
BLACK HISTORY MONTH ART POETRY PERSONALITY | We Wear the Mask Dunbar
Save 25%...includes 4 personality surveys + We Wear the Mask poetry and art unit! Boost student relationships and remember your students’ personality types all year with this no-prep, easy-to-use Personality Type Unit & We Wear the Mask Poetry & Mask Art BUNDLE! This unit allows students to determine their True Colors Personality Type, Shape Personality Type, Learning Style (visual, auditory, or kinesthetic), and Brain Dominance (right- or left-brained). They then embark on a unit inspi
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3rd - 12th
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH | We Wear the Mask Art Poetry & Personality Types Bundle
BUNDLE save 25%...includes 4 personality surveys + We Wear the Mask poetry and art unit + Inside/Outside Two Voice Poem Activity! Boost student relationships and remember your students’ personality types all year with this no-prep, easy-to-use WHO AM I UNIT-We Wear the Mask Art Poetry & Personality BUNDLE! This unit allows students to determine their True Colors Personality Type, Shape Personality Type, Learning Style (visual, auditory, or kinesthetic), and Brain Dominance (right- or left-b
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5th - 12th
Debate Project
Included in this packet are project handouts for any teacher who wishes to complete an organized in-class debate with their students. This project is “tiered” by readiness, meaning there are assignments geared towards the 3 levels of learning. The project was designed for students to work in debate groups of 3 to prepare, with each level of learning within the group of 3. Each group of 3 would have a different side of the debate (there could possibly be multiple groups of the same side, becau
Grades:
5th - 9th
Black History Month Trivia BUNDLE: Worksheets & Union Ball Game
Celebrate the richness of black history with this exclusive bundle featuring TWO engaging trivia resources at a special discounted price! This bundle includes: Black History Trivia Worksheets:Explore 20 thought-provoking questions covering luminaries such as Toni Morrison and Martin Luther King, Jr. This resource comes complete with a handy answer key, empowering educators to assess student comprehension and facilitate meaningful discussions in any learning environment.Onion Ball Black History T
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7th - 12th
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Black History Month (BHM) Trivia Worksheet - Questions + Answer Key
Dive into the vibrant tapestry of Black history with our Black History Month (BHM) Trivia Worksheet and Answer Key! Designed for both Black History Month celebrations and year-round learning, this engaging activity immerses students in the remarkable achievements of African American trailblazers. Featuring thought-provoking questions spanning literature, civil rights activism, and beyond, students will explore the profound impact of figures like Toni Morrison and Martin Luther King, Jr. Delve in
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Black History Month Trivia BUNDLE: Worksheets & Union Ball Game
Black History Month Martin Luther King Jr. Activities, Reading, MLK Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Activity for Close Reading instantly makes your lesson engaging and rigorous! Martin Luther King Jr. CLOSE Reading includes four different quotes from Dr. King tailor-made to invigorate your students' learning experience, fostering cooperation and critical thinking. Overview: Our Martin Luther King Jr. Close Reading Activity is a ready-to-use, print-and-go solution that brings history to life in your classroom. Immerse your students in the profound words of Dr. Martin Lut
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5th - 12th
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Black History Month Middle School Martin Luther King Jr Activities CLOSE Reading
Celebrate Black History Month with this Middle School Martin Luther King Jr. Activity for Close Reading instantly makes your lesson engaging and rigorous! Martin Luther King Jr. CLOSE Reading includes four different quotes from Dr. Kingtailor-made to invigorate your students' learning experience, fostering cooperation and critical thinking. Overview: Our Martin Luther King Jr. Close Reading Activity is a ready-to-use, print-and-go solution that brings history to life in your classroom. Immerse
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5th - 12th
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Black History Month (BHM) Trivia Worksheet - 20 Questions w/ Answer Key
Step into the rich tapestry of Black history with this engaging trivia resource! Perfect for Black History Month or any time of the year, this activity challenges students to test their knowledge of significant figures and events within the African American community.With thought-provoking questions covering a diverse range of topics, from literature to civil rights activism, students will delve into the lives and accomplishments of trailblazers who have shaped history. From literary giants like
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: BUNDLE: Black History Month (BHM) Trivia - Worksheet & Onion Ball Game
Black Histpry Month Union Ball Active Trivia Game
Dive into the vibrant tapestry of African American history with The Black History Month Onion Ball Active Trivia Game! Perfect for middle and high school students, this interactive experience transforms learning into a thrilling adventure. Students gather in teams, eagerly passing the inflatable onion ball as they field questions about iconic figures, pivotal events, and cultural milestones. With 20 thought-provoking prompts designed to inspire curiosity and critical thinking, each round becomes
Grades:
7th - 12th
Also included in: Black History Month Trivia BUNDLE: Worksheets & Union Ball Game
Declaration of Independence Learning Centers
Declaration of Independence | Declaration of Independence Learning Centers | Declaration of Independence Learning Stations | History Learning Centers | History Learning StationsBring this valuable teaching and learning tool to your own classroom!Learning centers are an amazing way to cover a complex topic in the middle school history classroom. Learning centers encourage high-level, independent thinking and allow students to learn about important events, people, and places with a level of depth
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5th - 9th
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Also included in: US History Learning Centers Bundle
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