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U.S. History Common Core W.8.1a lessons
Declaration of Independence Activity: The Big Break Up Letter & Texting Activity
The Declaration of Independence was really just a big "break-up" letter written by the colonists to the King of Great Britain. This historical document was written to convince the world of the King's abuses and to let everyone know that the colonies no longer wanted to be in a relationship with Great Britain. While studying the Declaration of Independence, students will use this assignment as a reinforcement to understand just what Jefferson wrote in this historical document. The lesson start
Grades:
5th - 9th
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Also included in:Â American History U.S. History Bundle: Beginnings through the 1850's
8th Grade U.S. History YEAR-LONG Curriculum Bundle!! | Google Apps
The 8th Grade U.S. History YEAR-LONG Curriculum Bundle (1550s to 1876) covers EVERYTHING from the early 1500s Colonial America time period to the Reconstruction Era which ended in 1876! This YEAR-LONG CURRICULUM is perfect for those teaching 8th grade US history and includes 12 incredible units (more details on those below!) STOP the stressful and endless search for amazing, high-quality, and affordable Social Studies lesson plans RIGHT NOW!!These incredible resources include the following:Unit
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8th
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8th Grade U.S. History: Constitution & Bill of Rights COMPLETE Lesson Plan Unit!
This 8th Grade U.S. History Lesson Plan Unit comes with EVERYTHING that you'll need to teach your 8th graders all about the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights! These amazing resources are 100% completely ready to use for both in-person and online digital learning via Google Apps, and have been successfully used by thousands of students!The incredible resources in this U.S. Constitution Lesson Plan Unit can easily be used with any textbook, or no textbook at all!!BE SURE TO CLICK THE PRODUCT PR
Grades:
8th
Also included in:Â 8th Grade U.S. History YEAR-LONG Curriculum Bundle!! | Google Apps
Oregon Trail Activity, Game, & Simulation: Travel the Trail Journaling Activity
Enjoy taking your middle school and upper elementary students on an adventure of a lifetime known as the Oregon Trail! Students will form family wagon teams and race each other to the Oregon Territory. While learning about this important era in United States history, this guided simulation will allow students to learn about and experience history! It’s a fantastic activity for any early American History class or to even use as a westward expansion simulation!What's included:Full teacher and stud
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6th - 9th
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8th Grade U.S. History | Industrialization, Immigration, & Reform Lesson Unit
This 8th Grade U.S. History Lesson Plan Unit comes with EVERYTHING that you'll need to teach your 8th graders all about Industrialization, Immigration, & and Reform during the 19th century! These amazing resources are 100% completely ready to use for both in-person and online distance learning via Google Apps and have been successfully used by thousands of students! **BE SURE TO CLICK THE PRODUCT PREVIEW TO GET A SNEAK PEEK OF THE INCREDIBLE RESOURCES WE'RE SO PROUD TO OFFER WITH THIS UNIT!!
Grades:
8th
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Also included in:Â 8th Grade U.S. History YEAR-LONG Curriculum Bundle!! | Google Apps
Thinking Like a Historian Lesson Plan Unit for 8th-10th Grade Social Studies
The amazing resources included with the Thinking Like a Historian Lesson Plan Unit for 8th-10th Grade Social Studies have been successfully used by thousands of students and come completely ready to use for BOTH in-person and digital learning (via Google Apps)! The Thinking Like a Historian Unit lays the foundation for your students to succeed in your social studies class! They'll explore and discuss learning strategies that promote and encourage students to think critically, how to effectively
Grades:
8th - 10th
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Also included in:Â 8th Grade U.S. History YEAR-LONG Curriculum Bundle!! | Google Apps
8th Grade U.S. History | 1789-1828 Challenges of a Young Nation Lesson Plan Unit
This 8th Grade U.S. History Lesson Plan Unit comes with EVERYTHING that you'll need to teach your 8th graders all about the early challenges of a young United States of America (between 1789-1828)! These amazing resources are 100% completely ready to use for both in-person and online distance learning via Google Apps and have been successfully used thousands of students! ***BE SURE TO CLICK THE PRODUCT PREVIEW TO GET A SNEAK PEEK OF THE INCREDIBLE RESOURCES I'M SO PROUD TO OFFER WITH THIS UNIT!!
Grades:
8th
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Also included in:Â 8th Grade U.S. History YEAR-LONG Curriculum Bundle!! | Google Apps
8th Grade U.S. History | The Age of Jackson COMPLETE Unit | Google Apps!
The 8th Grade U.S. History Age of Jackson COMPLETE Lesson Plan Unit comes with EVERYTHING that you'll need to teach your 8th graders all about this important time period! These amazing resources are 100% completely ready to use for both in-person and online digital learning via Google Apps and have been successfully used by thousands of students!BE SURE TO CLICK THE PRODUCT PREVIEW TO GET A SNEAK PEEK OF THE INCREDIBLE RESOURCES WE'RE SO PROUD TO OFFER WITH THIS UNIT!!From the election of 1828 t
Grades:
8th
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Also included in:Â 8th Grade U.S. History YEAR-LONG Curriculum Bundle!! | Google Apps
8th Grade U.S. History | Westward Expansion COMPLETE Unit | Google Apps!
This 8th Grade U.S. History Lesson Plan Unit comes with EVERYTHING that you'll need to teach your 8th graders all about Westward Expansion! These amazing resources are 100% completely ready to use for both in-person and digital learning via Google Apps and have been successfully used thousands of students! The resources included in this lesson plan unit come COMPLETELY ready to use for BOTH in-person classroom and online learning via Google Apps!**BE SURE TO CLICK THE PRODUCT PREVIEW TO GET A SN
Grades:
8th
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Also included in:Â 8th Grade U.S. History YEAR-LONG Curriculum Bundle!! | Google Apps
8th Grade U.S. History | Issues of Sectionalism Lesson Plan Unit | Google Apps!
This 8th Grade U.S. History Lesson Plan Unit comes with EVERYTHING that you'll need to teach your 8th graders all about Sectionalism! These amazing resources are 100% completely ready to use for both in-person and online distance learning via Google Apps and have been successfully used thousands of students! The incredible resources in this Sectionalism Lesson Plan Unit can easily be used with any textbook, or no textbook at all!!With this Sectionalism Unit, you'll be able to easily explore all
Grades:
8th
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Also included in:Â 8th Grade U.S. History YEAR-LONG Curriculum Bundle!! | Google Apps
PRESIDENTS DAY PROJECT: Summarize the Life and Biography of a President
Students will create a slide presentation, video, or any project format about a President of their choice. This project explains what students must research and includes a grading rubric for the teacher. Students will research both personal and executive events of their chosen Commander in Chief. It's great for a President's Day activity, a substitute teacher, or for any unit that studies the United States Presidents. Helpful websites are even included to help students find appropriate informati
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Not Grade Specific
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Also included in:Â Civics & US Government Lesson, Activities, Simulations and More: The Bundle
8th Grade U.S. History: The Civil War COMPLETE Unit (1860-1865) | Google Apps!
The 8th Grade U.S. History: Civil War COMPLETE Lesson Plan Unit is PERFECT for teaching your 8th graders ALL about the Civil War! The amazing resources included in this lesson plan unit come COMPLETELY ready to use for BOTH in-person and digital online learning via Google Apps! **You won't have to do a thing!!**Have a look at the PRODUCT PREVIEW to get an even better idea of the amazing value and quality offered with this unit!!Here's what you'll receive:Unit Outline with Lesson-by-Lesson Overvi
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8th
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Also included in:Â 8th Grade U.S. History YEAR-LONG Curriculum Bundle!! | Google Apps
Rhetorical Analysis Essay - I Have a Dream - Speech by Martin Luther King Jr.
Teaching rhetorical analysis essays doesn't have to be tricky. This no-prep rhetorical analysis unit for Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" speech is engaging and easy to use. This rhetorical analysis unit teaches students how to analyze a speech; identify ethos, logos, and pathos; and write a rhetorical analysis essay. Students are supported through the rhetorical analysis essay with prewriting activities and detailed graphic organizers. Both a printable PDF and digital Google Slides version
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8th - 11th
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Oregon Trail Activity | Beginning Trail Notes & History | Simulation Game Intro
Oregon Trail activities are so fun for teachers and students. This travel guide is a visual and informational resource to help your students better understand the beginnings of the Oregon Trail. This particular sampler starts at Independence, Missouri and ends at Chimney Rock. It includes stunning visuals, real emigrant quotes, trail maps, and more! I hope you and your students enjoy learning about these first few stops and experiences along the Oregon Trail with this Google Slides instructional
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Not Grade Specific
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Also included in:Â American History U.S. History Bundle: Beginnings through the 1850's
Gettysburg Address Rhetorical Analysis Essay - Abraham Lincoln Speech Analysis
Teaching rhetorical analysis with speeches doesn't have to be tricky. This no-prep rhetorical analysis unit for Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address is engaging and easy to use. This Gettysburg Address rhetorical analysis unit teaches students how to analyze a speech; identify ethos, logos, and pathos; and write a rhetorical analysis essay. Students are supported through the rhetorical analysis essay with prewriting activities and detailed graphic organizers. Both a printable PDF and digital Goo
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8th - 11th
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Also included in:Â English 9-10 Full Year Curriculum - Yearlong Pacing Guide and Lessons
Rhetorical Analysis - Assassination of Martin Luther King- Robert Kennedy Speech
Teaching rhetorical analysis doesn't have to be tricky. This no-prep rhetorical analysis unit for Robert Kennedy's Statement on the Assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. is engaging and easy to use. This rhetorical analysis unit teaches students how to analyze a speech; identify ethos, logos, and pathos; and write a rhetorical analysis essay. Students are supported through the rhetorical analysis essay with prewriting activities and detailed graphic organizers. Both a printable PDF and digital
Grades:
8th - 11th
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Also included in:Â English 9-10 Full Year Curriculum - Yearlong Pacing Guide and Lessons
Mind Map for discovering historical figures in a New Way
Imagine your students utterly captivated, mapping out trailblazers that shaped your nation's history. Politicians, composers, scientists - no domain untouched! This lively mind map template invites middle and high schoolers to connect the dots across eras in an utterly unique style.Watch the "aha" moments unfold as your class graphs figures like Benjamin Franklin on the timeline, sparking insights into how one life intertwined so profoundly with an emerging nation. The completed sample mind map
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7th - 12th
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Opinion Writing: Letter to NASA
So you want to be an astronaut? This activity is a motivating way to encourage students to write an opinion piece. They read articles about astronaut selection and training and then apply to NASA to become one of the newest astronaut candidates.This project incorporates paragraph structure practice, opinion writing techniques, practice with business letter format, and imagination. At the end of the project, students receive a simulated letter from NASA accepting them into the astronaut training
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5th - 8th
Power Point over the Neutrality Acts, Battle of Britain and Lend-Lease Policy
This power point includes an activity! It covers topics such as the Battle of Britain, the Lend-Lease Policy and the Neutrality Acts. It has many photographs, charts, graphs and maps along with the needed information. At the end of the power point there is an activity including speaking and writing portions for students in pairs!
Grades:
7th - 12th
Mini DBQ: Views on Slavery at the Constitutional Convention
This lesson is a smaller version of a DBQ Essay, to help students practice the skills they will need for a full DBQ essay. It includes 5 sources instead of the traditional 7 and asks students to write a paragraph instead of an entire essay. The assignment asks students to answer the question: What were the beliefs of the delegates at the Constitutional Convention in regard to the legality of slavery and the international slave trade? This lesson comes with an extensive answer key. The notes shee
Grades:
8th - 10th
The New England Colonies: Dissenters, Law and Religion mini research paper
Students will be introduced to identifying reliable sources using internet research, and proper Chicago citation form. Students will use these skills to research Thomas Hooker, the founder or Connecticut, and Roger Williams, founder of Rhode Island. They will then use this research in combination with previous lessons on Anne Hutchinson and the Liberties of Massachusetts to answer the question how were religion and government related in the New England colonies. This is a two day lesson potenti
Grades:
8th - 10th
Introduction Writing Handout
Need a quick reference handout for introduction writing? Here is a one pager that quickly details the parts of an introductory paragraph and even includes 3 different examples!
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5th - 10th
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