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Other (social studies) simulations for homeschool
Donner Party and Westward Expansion CSI Inquiry Activity Investigation
Donner Party: A CSI Investigation! What Happened To The Donner Party? Google 1:1 Compatible!The Donner Party CSI Investigation is included as part of two bundles, located here:CSI American History Bundle! Lost Colony, Salem, Donner Party, Lincoln!Westward Expansion and Manifest Destiny Unit!Buy a Bundle and save a Bundle!----The Donner Party CSI investigation is a great resource to teach students the history of the Donner Party, their role in Westward Expansion, and the challenges faced by emigr
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: CSI US American History Inquiry Bundle | 10 Amazing Inquiry Activities
Factory Conditions in the 19th Century! PowerPoint, Simulation, Writing, & More!
In this highly-engaging United States industry lesson, students learn about factory conditions and labor conditions in 19th-century factories! Students react to images of child labor, complete a short writing assignment based on an excerpt from The Jungle by Upton Sinclair, view a video of life on an assembly line, then are enthralled with an assembly line home construction simulation! A MP3 file has been included to play the "factory sounds" as students compete in the simulation!One of the f
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5th - 8th
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Personal Finance Life Situations Worksheets & Activities - Print & Digital
This is a multiple day and even multiple week in-class simulation for students as you walk them through life. Students have daily worksheets to complete that walk them through various life scenarios like finding an apartment, buying a car, or going grocery shopping. They have to write checks, fill-out a W-4, and fill out a lease agreement. It is a helpful experience for the students and I like to show quick YouTube videos before some of the activities, like the W-4, to show them how to do it
Grades:
7th - 12th
Intro to Economics: Needs V. Wants
An engaging way to begin a unit on economics! This fun and hands-on activity will have students explore the important concepts of human needs versus wants through an engaging rocket ship simulation. Students will be vicariously drawn into an emergency situation in which they must collaborate, and agree as to what items they consider as ‘essential’ for their survival on their rocket ship mission to live on a far away planet. An interactive Slide Presentation will help guide the groups on their jo
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5th - 10th
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Ancient Civilizations Geography & Rivers: Mesopotamia, China, Indus, Egypt, Rome
Teaching geography of ancient civilizations and the importance of rivers? In this world history group activity, students are given the geographical features of an ancient civilization. Then, they work as city-planners and to make predictions and decisions about this civilization based on their provided geography. The resource covers six civilizations and their geography: Ancient India/Indus River ValleyChinaGreeceRomeMesopotamiaEgyptPDF & Google Slides Activity includes: Teacher Directions &
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8th - 11th
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Oil Boom Activity - Texas History
This product is an interactive simulation using dice that demonstrates the struggle to find work during the time of the oil boom. Included in this product:- Directions for the simulation-Signs to mark locations of events in classroom-Event directions-Recording sheet-Sample recording sheet-Directions for narrative-Sample narrative based on sample recording sheet-Rubric for narrativeThis simulation is a set of posters that you hang around the room and place a die by. Students are assigned a poster
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4th
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Articles of Confederation Surgery Experience
Transform your classroom into a surgical room and give your students a hands-on experience with the Articles of Confederation. This interactive and engaging learning experience will bring history to life for your students. Watch our behind-the-scenes TIK TOK video to see the exciting and effective way to teach the AOC.With our user-friendly Google Slideshow, guiding your students through the process will be a breeze. The slideshow provides clear instructions, historical context, and all the nece
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8th - 11th
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Also included in: Government/Constitution Bundle
Israeli Palestinian Conflict 2023 to 2024 War BUNDLE
12 Resources about the 2023-24 War between Israel and Hamas, which is directly impacting the people of Gaza and Israel. This crucial unit will educate your students as global citizens, keeping them up to date on some of the most pressing issues of our time. Resources Included:Israel Palestine 2023-24 Current War Slideshow Lesson UPDATEDIsraeli-Palestinian Conflict Timeline ActivityPalestinian and Israeli Conflict Competing Perspectives News AnalysisHamas in the Gaza Strip SlideshowAnalyze 4 Vide
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6th - 12th
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ARCHEOLOGY JAMESTOWN: Historical Digs-Jamestown's Archaeological Discovery!
Introducing the Ultimate Jamestown Settlement Archaeology Adventure - a comprehensive 3-day lesson plan designed to transport your students back in time to the historic Jamestown settlement of 1607 to 1620, right from the comfort of your classroom! This engaging and immersive educational resource, available on Teachers Pay Teachers, is your ticket to bringing history to life like never before.**Key Features:**1. **Student Notes Sheets:** Your students will have access to carefully crafted note s
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4th - 12th
Compromise of 1850: Notes + Worksheet/Student Activity (Fugitive Slave Act)
Teach the Compromise of 1850 with these concise notes plus this student summarizing activity! Students will analyze political cartoons and create their own image to demonstrate their understanding of the Compromise of 1850. ZIP FILE INCLUDES:Slides/pages with background on the Compromise of 1850 (8 pages)Worksheet/Student Activity (3 pages with summarizing activity) Answer key for student activity CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW!The introductory notes can be teacher-led or student-driven. Then, the notes
Grades:
9th - 12th
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300 Thermopylae Phalanx Simulation Ancient Greece (World History / Geography)
Easily a student favorite each and every year. Students get a chance to get out of their desks and get some fresh air. The impact of geography on world history is displayed vividly in this interactive simulation. Students will better understand the historical battle of 300, the role of geography, and the impact on western civilization.
This product is also sold as part of the Ancient Greece Activity Bundle AND the Ancient Greece Unit Bundle. Each bundle from High Altitude History saves you 3
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Ancient Greece & Rome Super Unit Bundle
Martin Luther 95 Theses Primary Source Analysis (Reformation)
The analysis of primary sources is an essential component of history and thinking like a historian. Martin Luther had a tremendous effect on the reformation, but his intentions and intended audience were that only of Wittenberg,Germany and the local congregation. This is a great group work activity that dives deep into the motivations for Martin Luther and gives students the opportunity to discover its true meaning for themselves.
This product is also sold as part of the World History / Europea
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: World History Bundle: 10 Best Selling Resources
World History Silk Road Simulation
This Silk Road Simulation was created for an AP World History: Modern class, but can be used in all other levels as well! Students act out the roles of traders, merchants, and middlemen. They get to experience the process of trading goods along the Silk Road and the subsequent rewards or challenges!Included:- Pre-teaching Powerpoint and lecture Notes (doc)--- bellwork, videos, summary and discussion questions- Outside reading article and homework questions- Simulation (doc)-- Worksheets-- charac
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: AP World History: Modern Full Year Bundle!
Texas Explorers Digital Break Out -DISTANCE LEARNING
Texas ExplorersIn this extremely exciting and student-centered Escape or Break Out Room, your student will get an in-depth experience on the Texas Explorers. Texas Explorers Time Warp, students will break through a series of locks as they level up to each explorer. Students will be required to take notes on the student guide ensuring they cover these topics in depth. Start the included timer and create a competitive race to create an adrenaline-pumping adventure for your students. The websit
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Texas Explorers Bundle
Vietnam War Simulation: US & the Cold War Fun Activity - No Prep History Lesson
Vietnam War Simulation: US & the Cold War Fun Activity - No Prep Lesson (US History)This Vietnam War Simulation offers a unique and immersive experience that allows students to step into the shoes of Presidents Kennedy, Johnson, Nixon, and Ford as they navigate through the challenging decisions of supporting the policy of containment during the Vietnam War while maintaining American support at home.In this captivating lesson, students take on the role of the various presidents from 1955 to 1
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7th - 12th
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Sweet Revolution: role-play simulation game - Boston Tea Party, Taxes, & more!
This product and its optional extensions/modifications have been designed to introduce, analyze, and review the Boston Tea Party, Quartering Act, and other events leading towards the American Revolution. Students role-play in this collaborative simulation game to personally connect to the sentiment felt by the American colonists towards Parliament at this time.⭐⭐⭐This is available on my AmpedUpLearning.com store for only $4! ⭐⭐⭐This product includes the following:FREE bell ringer and exit slip p
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6th - 12th
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Texas Urban Game
Urbanization of TexasTake your students on a journey to discover how Texas went from a rural society to an Urban one with this highly engaging simulation. This is an extremely powerful lesson for students. They will complete a map through a series of rounds that will lead them to understand the urbanization of Texas. Students LOVE this game.Each round contains historical information on the following topics: 1. The Demand for cattle after the Civil War2. The railroad leads to the expansion o
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: COTTON CATTLE AND RAILROADS BUNDLE
Arab and Israeli Conflict Peace Accords Simulation and Lesson Plan
The following is a simulation for the Arab-Israeli Conflict in which students are to simulate a peace conference by role playing either a person from Palestine or a person from Israel. With this activity comes a full lesson plan with objectives, materials needed, time frame, and procedure.Included in this simulation activity are as follows:- A Pre-Simulation Activity with a set of 5 questions regarding the history of the conflict as well as a graphic organizer in which students must describe th
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7th - 12th
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AP Psychology Social Psychology Complete Unit Plan
Social Psychology
The content structure is based on David Myers’ Psychology textbook, 10th Edition but it can be used with many other texts. This unit uses chapter 14 to instruct as well as a supplemental project on social influence that the students will complete outside of class in small groups. The unit includes supplemental Power Point lecture notes that can be added if you want.
The activities for this unit are mostly discussion and simulation based. There is very little content lecturing
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9th - 12th
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Zombie Task Force Background Guide for Model United Nations
Get students debating and engaged in Model UN with this fun Zombie Task Force simulation! This background guide includes everything you will need to host an effective Model UN debate of the zombie apocalypse. In this guide, you will find all of the information your students will need to start an informed position, create a position paper, draft resolutions, or merely act as a starter for additional research.This is a great way to kick off your club or unit! Students can practice debating and get
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6th - 12th
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Immigration Simulation
WHAT YOU GETIf you like role playing, then this is the simulation for you. This Immigration Simulation is for students to get a taste of what it might have been like to come to America through Ellis and Angel Islands during the time period 1880s-1920s. It compares the difference and similarities experienced by immigrants coming through the two different immigration processing centers in New York and California. The entire simulation takes 90 minutes. I have also included a BONUS day 2 plan!★
Grades:
5th - 12th
Revolutionary War-Taxation Without Representation Fun Activity
Make learning fun with 'No Peanutbutterization Without Representation'!This is a fun and unique way that I use to help my students understand the phrase ‘Taxation without Representation’. This activity connects the phrase to a silly-real world scenario that makes it easier for students to comprehend. In this activity, students are told that the cafeteria has created a new menu and set of rules. The new menu includes basically just peanut butter EVERYDAY for breakfast and lunch. The new rules sta
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4th - 12th
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SHARECROPPERS QUEST: BREAKING THE CHAINS
Introducing "Sharecropper's Quest," an immersive, interactive, and historically accurate choose-your-own-adventure game designed to transport your students back in time to the era of sharecropping in the New South. This engaging educational tool is perfect for students in social studies, and economics teachers looking to bring their lessons to life and foster a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by sharecroppers.With Sharecropper's Quest, your students will step into the shoes of a sha
Grades:
5th - 8th
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Also included in: Reconstruction Bundle
Civil War Codebreaking Bundle!
These Fun and Engaging activities will teach your students how to break and decipher Civil War-Era codes and set them on a mission to protect President Abraham Lincoln as he travels to Gettysburg to deliver his famous address.Your students will learn and use Morse Code, the Vignere Square, and the Cipher Wheel used during the Civil War to decode messages!Full teacher instructions and answer pages included!
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6th - 12th
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