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Dbqs for Google Apps and for homeschool
Salem Witch Trials CSI Inquiry for 13 Colonies American US History Unit
In this Salem Witch Craft Trials and 13 Colonies CSI investigation, students investigate four major theories to explain how and why the Salem Witchcraft Trials took place. Each of the four theories is very engaging, student-centered, and is accompanied by analytical questions to get students thinking with the "detective" mindset. To conclude, students submit a briefing report to the US State Department outlining the reasons behind this horrific event in early US history! This resource includ
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5th - 9th
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Also included in: CSI US American History Inquiry Bundle | 10 Amazing Inquiry Activities
September 11th (9/11) Terrorist Attacks Stations Activity (PDF and Digital)
"We had reached either the 51st or the 50th floor when we heard a huge explosion, which shook the building...the lights were flickering on and off. Then the building began to sink. The floor began to lower under my feet...People began screaming and crying"The intent of this NO PREP primary source lesson is to expose students to a variety of topics in a short amount of time using fun and engaging methods. The resource is available in print and Google Docs formats! Simply print and go for in-class
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: US History - 1877 to the Present - Station Activities GROWING BUNDLE
Christopher Columbus DBQ Inquiry Investigation for American World History
In this engaging and focused Christopher Columbus activity, students take on the role of investigators as they learn about the two sides of Christopher Columbus (similar to a Columbus Hero or Villian activity). ☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a huge discount) when you purchase my Renaissance activities unit located here bundle!Students examine a variety of primary and secondary sources on Christopher Columbus' exploration, how he was viewed by his sailors, the positives and negatives of the
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6th - 9th
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World War II (WWII) - D-Day Primary Source Stations Activity (PDF and Digital)
The intent of this lesson is to expose students to a variety of topics in a short amount of time using fun and engaging methods. Each station of this NO PREP activity contains enthralling primary source accounts. The activity is available in print and digital format. After completing this lesson, students will have a depth of understanding about the D-Day invasion, the sacrifices made during the attack, and the impact the invasion had on the overall outcome of World War II. Students will exa
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6th - 11th
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Also included in: US History - 1877 to the Present - Station Activities GROWING BUNDLE
Alexander the Great in Ancient Greece DBQ Inquiry Investigation Activity
In this engaging Alexander the Great DBQ Investigation, students analyze the life and times of Alexander the Great to understand the two sides to his historic legacy. Students begin by examining song lyrics of a popular song to understand Alexander the Great's role in history, then engage in a five-document activity, including a map analysis and primary sources, to learn both sides of his legacy. Students record thoughts and answers on an analysis document, complete a graphic organizer assignme
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5th - 8th
Boston Massacre Causes of the American Revolution Bias Primary Source Activity
In this Boston Massacre lesson and primary source activity, students examine a variety of primary source documents to recognize bias in the Boston Massacre and answer the question "What really happened the night of March 5, 1770?"Students will begin with an analysis of 2 popular images of the event, comparing the similarities and differences of both images with included questions. Students will then read two primary accounts of the event - one from a Boston newspaper on the morning of March 6th
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6th - 9th
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Fall of Rome: A Student Investigation! Explore 7 Documents For Why Rome Fell!
In this Fall of Rome DBQ student resource Investigation, students explore 7 short documents (5 text, 1 chart, 1 map), to ultimately answer the question: "Why exactly did the Roman Empire fall?" Students analyze 7 documents and complete a bubble-map organizer before completing a "snowball effect" organizer to link the reasons for Rome's decline!☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a huge discount) when you purchase my Ancient Rome activities unit or my Middle Ages activities unit!Students will b
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5th - 8th
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APUSH Period 1 & 2 - Complete Unit - Activities, Review, DBQ, SAQ & Assessment
Whether you are a new APUSH teacher or a veteran looking to shake things up, this unit pack can get you rolling for the new school year. Start your AP United States History class strong and stress-free with this Complete Unit Pack. Parts of the Period 1 Unit Pack can work well as a Summer Assignment also. Teach skills & content simultaneously! This unit is designed to supplement all the major APUSH Textbooks. (We used American Pageant but for 2020-2021, I switched to AMSCO & it works for
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: APUSH Semester 1 Bundle: 4 Complete Digital Units for AP US History
Japanese Internment Camps Primary Source Stations Activity (PDF and Digital)
"It was depressing, such a primitive feeling…You felt like a prisoner…you have to stay inside and you have a certain amount of freedom within the camp I suppose, but…you’re kept inside a barbed-wire fence, and you know you can’t go out…and you don’t know what your future is…”The intent of this lesson is to expose students to a variety of topics in a short amount of time using fun and engaging methods. Each station of this NO PREP activity contains enthralling primary source accounts. This resour
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: US History - 1877 to the Present - Station Activities GROWING BUNDLE
Causes of American Revolution Primary Sources | Stamp Act, Quartering Act
In this American Revolution primary source activities set, students will closely analyze several primary sources that led to the American Revolutionary War. Each primary source is an excerpt from an early event that caused America's war for Independence.Students will read selections from:- the Stamp Act- the Stamp Act Congress- Responses from local businesses in regard to the Stamp Act- the Declaratory Act- the Coercive Acts (the Intolerable Acts)- the Quartering Act- the Townshen
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5th - 8th
Great Depression | The Causes of the Great Depression DBQ | Print & Digital
For this common-core-aligned activity, students will analyze primary and secondary sources to determine the causes of the Great Depression in the United States. fIt's a great way to practice historical-thinking skills. Both Print & Digital (Google drive) versions included! Perfect for Distance Learning.Buyer Feedback"Great product! Wonderfully made. The students enjoyed this activity." JosephFirst, students will read and answer critical-thinking questions to obtain historical context about t
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9th - 12th
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AP® US History DBQ Tool Kit - APUSH DBQ - Thesis, Context, Sourcing & Evidence
Do you struggle with breaking down the AP DBQ? This Tool Kit can be used to introduce or review/practice the APUSH DBQ. Everything is ready to post for your students. No prep needed. *** UPDATED to reflect changes to the DBQ/LEQ Rubrics for 2023!FORMAT: Google Slides that can be edited, modified, and posted as a fill-able document for students on Google Classroom... or printed! (I like having a Google Slide option because you can switch out documents and reuse the practice template throughout t
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9th - 12th
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Sharecropping and Reconstruction Primary Source Analysis Activity
In this Sharecropping and Reconstruction primary source activity, students analyze a sharecropping contract that was offered during Reconstruction and examine the unfair clauses to showcase just how unfair life was for sharecroppers. Students can work individually or in teams to dissect the sharecropper contract, but the overall goal is the same, to showcase just how unfair these contracts were for the freedmen. Once finished, students produce a short writing piece to explain what they believe
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6th - 9th
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US History Bell Ringer Journal and Digital Version Bundle - 300 Bell Ringers
Are you looking for an easy way to save time and build rich discussions? As history teachers, we don’t have a lot of extra time. These amazing bell ringers have been designed to help you start class with success. They are easy to use and easy to grade! These warm ups align with your U.S. History Curriculum. The benefits of organizing by content unit are that it leads to rich discussions about topics you have taught, or will teach in your unit. Give your students an opportunity to improve their
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5th - 12th
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Causes of Mexican-American War Westward Expansion Mini DBQ Inquiry
In this highly engaging lesson on Westward Expansion and the Mexican-American War, students learn about the major causes of the Mexican-American War. Students analyze text from six different people who show both sides of the Mexican-American War. After hearing (and translating) what Abraham Lincoln, Henry Clay, David Wilmot, Ulysses Grant, and Ashbel Smith say in regard to the conflict, students put their thoughts on paper and explain what caused this conflict.This resource includes a paper in
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: US History Westward Expansion and Manifest Destiny Thematic Unit
World War I Hitler vs Treaty of Versailles Primary Source Analysis (WWI or WWII)
World War I Hitler vs Treaty of Versailles Primary Source Analysis takes students to Germany 1923. Students analyze Hitler’s speech on the Treaty of Versailles and learn the treaty’s effects on the German people as well as its contribution to Hitler and birth of World War II. Some knowledge of the Treaty of Versailles is required for the understanding of this document. This can be used in class or as homework as it’s a completely stand alone assignment. For younger students however, teacher's gu
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
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Louisiana Purchase Activity | Primary Sources Louisiana Territory Activity
Louisiana Purchase Investigation: Primary Sources to Navigate Jefferson's Deal!This lesson is part of the "Jefferson, Madison, and Monroe" Unit Plan, located here:Jefferson, Madison, Monroe Unit Plan! 12 fun lessons for Jeffersonian America!Buy the bundle and save over 20%!---------------------In this highly engaging lesson, students use a collection of 11 primary source documents to understand the intricacies of the Louisiana Territory and the Louisiana Purchase. This activity is set as a "mod
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6th - 9th
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Iroquois Confederacy, Great Law of Peace, & U.S. Constitution Influence Activity
In this Native American Iroquois Confederacy government activity, students investigate how the Iroquois Confederacy and the Great Law of Peace (Mohawk, Cayuga, Onondaga, Oneida, Seneca, and Tuscarora) influenced the Founding Fathers and the United States Constitution! Students examine a variety of primary sources as they come to understand how the United States framework for government is (in part) due to the government established under the "Great Law of Peace" that governed over the Iroquois C
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5th - 9th
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Post-WWII Europe Primary Source Stations Activity (PDF and Google Docs)
The intent of this NO PREP lesson is to expose students to a variety of topics in a short amount of time using fun and engaging methods. The resource is available in PDF and Google Docs! After completing this lesson, students will understand the efforts made to rebuild Europe following WWII and the political division caused by the efforts, which developed into the Cold War. Students will examine each of the following topics: 1. Europe in Ruins2. Germany Divided 3. The Marshall Plan4. The Truman
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6th - 10th
Also included in: US History - 1877 to the Present - Station Activities GROWING BUNDLE
Monroe Doctrine Image Analysis Activity | Investigate + Evaluate Monroe Doctrine
In this engaging Monroe Doctrine actiivty, students work independently to analyze six cartoons relating to the Monroe Doctrine before making a final claim on their understanding, then evaluating their own work. For each picture, students describe what they see happening, then make a prediction about how it might relate to the Monroe Doctrine. This lesson is intended to guide student intrigue and enable students to make predictions about what the Monroe Doctrine was and its effects. This is gre
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6th - 10th
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U.S. & World History Growing Bundle - Bellringers MEGA-PACK! 550+ Bell Ringers!
Are you looking for an easy way to save time and build rich discussions? As history teachers, we don’t have a lot of extra time. These amazing bell ringers have been designed to help you start class with success. They are easy to use and easy to grade! These warm ups align with your U.S. and World History Curriculum. The benefits of organizing by content unit are that it leads to rich discussions about topics you have taught, or will teach in your unit. Give your students an opportunity to imp
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4th - 12th
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Adam Smith v Karl Marx Primary Source: Industrial Revolution + Google Apps
Adam Smith vs Karl Marx Primary Source Activity teaches students about the two competing economic theories that rocked the mid 19th century, laissez-faire capitalism and communism. This activity begins with Smith’s discussion of the effect of the individual on the economy and its advancement, as well as the role of government and monopolies in the free market system. Marx responds with the history of the Bourgeois and Proletarians and his criticism of capitalism, as well as Marx’s opinion on the
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Digital & Print: APUSH DBQ Practice & Targeted Intervention - AP US History DBQ
Unsure how to effectively support your students in practicing skills for the DBQ? Everything ready to print or post for your students. No prep needed! [includes full 18 pages of answer keys!] Comprehensive, personalized, and guided DBQ workshop for students to master EACH DBQ rubric point. Students can practice, complete targeted intervention & demonstrate mastery--all on one ready-to-go Google Slides Document! UPDATED to reflect changes to the DBQ/LEQ Rubrics for 2023. Email with questions:
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9th - 12th
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Road to the American Revolution DBQ Document-Based Questions
American RevolutionDocument-Based Questions (DBQs) are a great way to expose students to primary sources as well as to make them think about an event in history and respond to it. This unit can be used in a few ways. You can project the full-page images on my board so that we can discuss them, and then the students answer the DBQ in their notebooks. I have also included the DBQs in printable format so that your students can answer on paper and digital Google Forms that you can send electronicall
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4th - 6th
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