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Other (social studies) Common Core RH.6-8.6 resources $5-10
Abraham Lincoln Assassination Activity Civil War Reconstruction Era US History
In this Abraham Lincoln Assassination CSI investigation, students investigate the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln by John Wilkes Booth at the conclusion of the Civil War. Students become experts about Booth's conspiracy and learn about the role Mary Surratt, Lewis Powell, David Herold, Geroge Azterodt, Samuel Mudd, and others had in their plan to overthrow the Union government following the Civil War. ☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a huge discount) when you purchase my Reconstr
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5th - 9th
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Also included in: CSI US American History Inquiry Bundle | 10 Amazing Inquiry Activities
Ancient Mesopotamia Interactive Notebook 6th Grade Ancient History Activities
This comprehensive Social Studies Interactive Notebook enhances your students' understanding of Ancient Mesopotamia. Containing both print and digital versions, this resource covers Sumer, city-states, ziggurats, Hammurabi's Code, and the Epic of Gilgamesh. Engage your students with interactive cut and paste activities, maps, timelines, and more.Ancient Mesopotamia for Interactive Social Studies Notebook {Paper & Digital Versions Included!}***Important Update - Now includes additional, colo
Grades:
4th - 7th
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
Landforms & Environment: How has Environment Changed Over Time? Stations-based!
In this geography, landforms, and human environment impact lesson activity, students navigate through natural and manmade features to understand how the environment changes over time. Students examine how humans have modified their environment with the Panama Canal and Hoover Dam, how natural features like the Bering Land Bridge and Great Barrier Reef have evolved throughout history, how cities like Machu Picchu were once consumed by their environment, and how rising global temperatures, whether
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5th - 8th
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George Washington Culper Ring Escape Room Activity | Students Crack Culper Code
In this George Washington and the Culper Code Escape Room activity, students learn about the Revolutionary-era Culper Spy Ring that was created during the British occupation of New York City, and crack a series of puzzles using the system in an effort to win George Washington's support for the upcoming election! This Early Republic and New Nation escape room activity is an outstanding way to review and learn about the Culper Spy Ring, reinforce major ideas of Washington's presidency, and bring
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5th - 9th
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MLK Day Bundle: 3 Resources for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day!
In this product bundle, you receive 3 outstanding resources to celebrate and honor Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. 1.) A history of the MLK holiday resource is used to highlight the life and achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This resource includes engaging class text, a timeline assignment, a crossword review activity, and a student newspaper project.2.) A primary source activity is included in this bundle to have students understand the words of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In this reso
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5th - 9th
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Andersonville Prison Civil War CSI Inquiry What Happened in Andersonville?
In this Andersonville Prison and Civil War CSI investigation, students examine the conditions at Andersonville Prison through a variety of primary sources, including images, interviews, testimony, and accounts from soldiers. During the American Civil War. Students learn about the prisoner exchange rate at the beginning of the Civil War, how the exchange broke down, and the rapid increase in the prisoner of war population. Nowhere was this more apparent than in Sumter County, Georgia at Anders
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: CSI US American History Inquiry Bundle | 10 Amazing Inquiry Activities
WWII: World War 2 Lesson Plan Unit for 5th-7th Grade: EASY-to-Use | Google Apps!
The WWII World War Two COMPLETE Lesson Plan Unit for 5th to 7th grade students is PERFECT for teaching your students all about the outbreak and causes of WWII, the European and Pacific Theatres of War, the United States' role in WWII, and so MUCH more!! The WWII Unit Lesson Plan will engage and challenge your student's critical thinking skills with TWELVE thought-provoking exercise assignments and SEVEN incredible, well-curated presentations featuring built-in discussion-based questions (DBQ)!**
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5th - 7th
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Unit 1: Colonial America COMPLETE UNIT (11 Complete Lessons & PowerPoints!)
Colonial America No Prep Unit Bundle! Want to get your students reading rigorous texts and discussing thoughtfully about American History? Here's a unit for you! This unit is jam-packed with ready-to-go, no-prep materials that will set you up for a strong Colonial America Unit (2-3 weeks). It is a unit that I am personally proud of and has been the product of many years of honing and preparation.Includes:Unit Guide: A 5-Page Student Unit Guide with an overview, calendar, standards, and final pro
Grades:
8th - 12th
First Californians-Southern Region - Digital and Paper
Understanding California history, is understanding the peoples who were here first-The First Californians. This resource is going to focus on the First Californians of the Southern Region-The Chumash, Tongva, Luiseno and Kumeyaay.This resource is in a FlipBook version and is going to captivate your students as they begin to study the rich and complex history of the indigenous peoples of California. As with all of my products, this activity comes in both paper AND digital formats! This makes i
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: First Californians GROWING Bundle - Digital AND Paper
Great Depression, New Deal, & Dust Bowl Lesson Plans | 3 Days of Lessons!
The Great Depression, New Deal, & Dust Bowl Lesson Plans for 5th-7th Grade is PERFECT for your U.S. history unit and comes completely ready with amazing resources in both printable PDF and digital (Google Apps) formats!These lesson plans come with EVERYTHING you'll need! Your students will learn all about the causes and effects of the Great Depression, the New Deal, and the numerous factors and effects of the Dust Bowl!Receive even GREATER VALUE and SAVE EVEN MORE TIME - This lesson is part
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5th - 7th
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Ellis Island Lesson and Activity
How did the Statue of Liberty come to symbolize hope and freedom for immigrants arriving in America? This activity examines the background and impact of the experiences of immigrants through Ellis Island. Students will analyze documents and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge.Included in this resource:Hardcopy and Google Drive resourcesPlease examine each product description to decide if this bundle is right for you an
Grades:
7th - 10th
California Gold Rush Different POV Lesson Plan
This lesson allows students to learn about the California Gold Rush from one perspective at a time, proving the importance of multiple perspectives when writing history. It includes:Detailed lesson planPowerpoint4 different perspective profiles in Word Doc and PDF format that include secondary and primary sourcesStudent note sheetsStudent reflection handoutRubric for gradingPlacement: ● This lesson can introduce the California Gold Rush as an event● It helps if students understand that territori
Grades:
8th - 11th
U.S. History | Industrial Revolution in the North & South | For 8th-9th Graders!
The Industrial Revolution in the North -AND- South TWO-DAY Lesson Plan includes EVERYTHING you'll need to explore the causes and effects of the Industrial Revolution in both the North and the South! From how the North transformed out of an agrarian society and the South's reliance on agriculture (specifically, cotton), to the important historical significance of the textile industry and invention of the cotton gin and so MUCH MORE, these lesson plan cover it!! ***********************************
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8th - 9th
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Labor Unions, Knights of Labor, AFL, Mother Jones, Samuel Gompers BUNDLE
How did the formation of labor unions like the AFL and the Knights of Labor change the relationship between workers and employers in the early 20th century? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact rise of labor unions during the Gilded Age. Students will analyze documents and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge.Included in this resource:Hardcopy and Google drive resourcesDo Now - Primary source polit
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7th - 10th
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New Immigrants BUNDLE
How did the arrival of new immigrants from Eastern Europe, Southern Europe, Asia, and Mexico in the 1880s influence American society and culture? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of new immigrants in the late 1800s. Students will analyze documents and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge.Included in this resource:Hardcopy and Google drive resourcesDo Now - Primary source photo analysis"New Immi
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7th - 10th
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Horizontal and Vertical Integration, John D. Rockefeller, Andrew Carnegie BUNDLE
How did John D. Rockefeller's use of horizontal integration and Andrew Carnegie's use of vertical integration shape the oil and steel industries, respectively, and what were the long-term effects of these strategies on American industry? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the use of horizontal and vertical integration by Rockefeller and Carnegie. Students will analyze documents and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question
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7th - 10th
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Second Industrial Revolution, Railroad Barons BUNDLE
Why did the expansion of the railroad network during the Second Industrial Revolution play a crucial role in transforming the United States into an industrial power? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the Second Industrial Revolution and the rise of Railroad Barons such as Vanderbilt, Carnegie, and Morgan. Students will analyze documents and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge.Included in thi
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7th - 10th
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Henry Ford, Assembly Line, Model-T, Crude Oil BUNDLE
Why did the introduction of the assembly line by Henry Ford make the Model T more affordable and popular among Americans in the early 20th century? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the invention and implementation of the assembly line by Henry Ford. Students will analyze documents and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge.Included in this resource:Hardcopy and Google drive resourcesDo Now - "
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6th - 10th
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Women Workers, Child Labor, Factory Life, Working Conditions BUNDLE
Why did industries during the Gilded Age and early 20th century choose to employ children and women, and how did this affect the movement for labor reforms? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of laborers, women, and children during the Technological Revolution and the Gilded Age. Students will analyze documents and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge.Included in this resource:Hardcopy and Google
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7th - 10th
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Sherman Antitrust Act BUNDLE
Why did the U.S. government create the Sherman Antitrust Act, and how does it help maintain fair competition in the marketplace? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the Sherman Antitrust Act. Students will analyze documents and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge.Included in this resource:Hardcopy and Google drive resourcesDo Now - Sherman Antitrust Act primary source quote analysisUnderstandi
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7th - 10th
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First Californians-Central Valley Region - Digital and Paper
Understanding California history, is understanding the peoples who were here first-The First Californians. This resource is going to focus on the First Californians of the Central Valley Region-The Achumawi, Maidu, Miwok and Nisenan.This resource is in a FlipBook version and is going to captivate your students as they begin to study the rich and complex history of the indigenous peoples of California. As with all of my products, this activity comes in both paper AND digital formats! This make
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: First Californians GROWING Bundle - Digital AND Paper
Custer's Last Stand, Battle of the Little Bighorn BUNDLE
Why did the Battle of the Little Bighorn end in a decisive victory for the Native American forces led by Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse against the 7th Calvary commanded by Lieutenant General Custer? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Students will analyze documents and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge.Included in this resource:Hardcopy and Google drive reso
Grades:
6th - 10th
Long Walk of the Navajo, Sand Creek Massacre, Chief Black Kettle BUNDLE
Why did the Long Walk of the Navajo and events like the Sand Creek Massacre, including the leadership of figures such as Chief Black Kettle, fundamentally alter the relationship between Native American tribes and the United States government? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the "Long Walk" of the Navajo, the Sand Creek Massacre, and the leadership of Chief Black Kettle. Students will analyze documents and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer
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7th - 10th
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