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Escape From the Smithsonian- WWI, WWII and the Cold War

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There are many concepts to know and understand about WWI, WWII and the Cold War, but unless you are a military historian, a student can be overwhelmed. Most United States’ History classes focus on how the United States mobilized for these wars and

Subjects:

U.S. History, World History

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Internet Activities, Independent Work Packet

$34.00

$24.00

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Escape From The Smithsonian- The Cold War

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There are many concepts to know and understand about the Cold War, but unless you are a military historian, a student can be overwhelmed. Most United States’ History classes focus on how the United States mobilized for war and how it was dealt with

Subjects:

U.S. History, World History

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Workbooks, Homeschool Curricula, Internet Activities

$12.00

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The Story of God Seasons 1-3

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Morgan Freeman narratives this inclusive study of religious concepts throughout the world. Subjects such as "Who is God," "Holy Visions," Heaven and Hell," "The Chosen One," and others are highlighted. Each movie guide is accompanied by a key and

Subjects:

World History, Asian Studies, African History

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Movie Guides, Independent Work Packet

$29.85

$20.00

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WWII Escape Room: Escape From the Smithsonian

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There are many concepts to know and understand about WWII, but unless you are a military historian, a student can be overwhelmed. Most United States History classes focus on how the United States mobilized for war and how it was dealt with on the

Subjects:

U.S. History, Art History

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Activities, Simulations

$12.00

Digital Download ZIP (32.71 MB)

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Forrest Gump- A Historical Fiction

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Forrest Gump is a historical fiction: events surrounding the story are true, but the character itself is fictitious. The purpose of this activity is two-fold:1) Examine United States History from the late 1950s to the later part of the 20th

Subjects:

U.S. History, Character Education, End of Year

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Interactive Notebooks, Independent Work Packet

$10.00

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It's a Wonderful Life-History vs. Hollywood movie unit

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Many school districts shy away from using full length movies in the classroom, but if done correctly they can add a tremendous understanding, not only to the time period being covered, but to the period in which it was filmed. Frank Capra's "It's A

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Internet Activities, Movie Guides

$8.00

Digital Download ZIP (6.94 MB)

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Little Known Black Heroes of Civil Rights

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This activity is broken into two different sections. The first is to utilize a Gallery Walk or to have the students sit at their desks (teacher’s choice) and complete a 20 question “Who Am I” activity. After completion, the students are given ten

Subjects:

U.S. History, Martin Luther King Day, Black History Month

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Webquests, Interactive Notebooks

$8.00

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12 Famous Women in Science

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Introduction: The purpose of this lesson is not to make a definitive claim these 12 women were the most influential. Rather, it is to provide a starting block for students to continue investigation. There are three approaches to completing this

Subjects:

Science, Chemistry, Women's History Month

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Activities, Interactive Notebooks

$8.00

Digital Download ZIP (3.20 MB)

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SciShow Science/Psych- The Science of Memory

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Your brain is endlessly fascinating. SciShow Psych is all about exploring the human mind using the hardcore research you know and love from SciShow. There are endless theories, misconceptions and studies about memory and how it works. This

Subjects:

Biology, Psychology, General Science

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Activities, Interactive Notebooks

$8.00

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Escape From The Smithsonian- WWI Escape Room

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Lesson descriptionTeacher introduction:This lesson is intended to provide a fun activity for students to learn the basic elements of WWI. There are many sections based on different state standards. It focuses on three major parts:1) Basics of WWIa.

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, U.S. History, World History

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Activities, Games

$10.00

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The Story of God Season 3 Episodes 1-6

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This bundle consists of The Story of God, Season 3 Episode 1 "The Devil," Season 3 Episode 2 "God on Earth," Season 3 Episode 3 "Visions," Season 3 Episode 4 "Deadly Sins," Season 3 Episode 5 "Divine Secrets," and Season 3 Episode 6 "Holy Laws."

Subjects:

Ancient History, World History, Asian Studies

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Homeschool Curricula, Movie Guides

$11.94

$10.00

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Sleep, Dreams and Consciousness

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This interactive notebook is broken into 6 sections. Each sections utilizes either podcasts, videos or primary source material:Section 1: Vocabulary Section 2: The Study of Consciousnessa. Meaning of Consciousnessb. Levels of Consciousness Section

Subjects:

Psychology

Grades:

11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Assessment, Interactive Notebooks

$8.00

Digital Download PPTX (70.97 MB)

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Civil Rights Through Protest Songs

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The following activity is meant to help understand how music has been used to direct change in American society.● Slide 3- a general background of protest songs throughout American history●Slides 4-8- a look at protest songs from African American

Subjects:

U.S. History, Music, Martin Luther King Day

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Cultural Activities, Interactive Notebooks

$10.00

Digital Download PPTX (4.82 MB)

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Horror- An Integrated, QR Approach With Literature and Psychology

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Overview: This packet is an integrated approach in studying horror as a genre and a psychological state of mind. It includes a PowerPoint that discusses horror as a genre, the history of horror and its subgenres. The activity then includes a QR code

Subjects:

Literature, Psychology, Halloween

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Homeschool Curricula, Independent Work Packet

$10.00

Digital Download ZIP (5.38 MB)

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President's Day- Washington's Farewell Address and Lincoln's Gettysburg Address

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Description: These activities (Washington’s Farewell Address and Gettysburg Address) are meant to be used singularly or as a pair. Many school districts have mandated “some” activity to be completed around this holiday. It is difficult to plug in

Subjects:

Government, U.S. History, Presidents' Day

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Homeschool Curricula, DBQs

CCSS:

CCRA.L.1, CCRA.L.2, RH.9-10.1, RH.9-10.2, RH.9-10.4, RH.9-10.5, RH.9-10.8, RH.9-10.10

$5.00

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The Story of God- Season 1

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This bundle is a culmination of The National Geographic series "The Story of God." It consists of the episodes 1- Afterlife, 2- Apocalypse, 3- Who is God, 4- Creation, 5- Why Does Evil Exist and episode 6-Miracles. Each episode contains elements

Subjects:

World History, Psychology, Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Movie Guides, Independent Work Packet

$11.94

$10.75

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Israeli/Palestinian Relations- Timeline History

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This lesson examines the history of Israeli/Palestinian relations. It begins with a brief geography identification exercise of Israel, Palestine and surrounding areas. Then it focuses on a PowerPoint with quiz on the beginnings of the conflict

Subjects:

European History, World History, Asian Studies

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Homeschool Curricula, Activities

$8.00

Digital Download ZIP (7.75 MB)

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Project CAPSTONE: Psychology vs. Hollywood

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Psychology is a field that is best looked at in its application. This is NOT a pencil and paper exam, so to speak. Students are given the opportunity to watch a movie on their own (or perhaps read a book). Then, they apply the various elements of

Subjects:

Psychology

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Assessment, Movie Guides

$5.00

Digital Download ZIP (0.40 MB)

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QR Rock and Roll Romantic Songs

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The love song has been around for thousands of years and existed in virtually every culture: fragments of love songs and lyric poetry etched on papyrus and carved in stone survive from ancient Greece and Egypt. Medieval troubadours perfected the art

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Music, Psychology

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Songs, Printables

$4.00

Digital Download ZIP (2.68 MB)

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Just Like Me- Down Syndrome and Autism

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This unit is a combination of two earlier units I have place in my store. Each is a series of lessons you can use to:1) give students a background of the concept2) expose students to those around those with Down Syndrome and Autism3) allow students

Subjects:

Special Education, Health, Psychology

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool, Staff

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Activities, Interactive Notebooks

$16.00

$14.40

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

41 years teaching experience in the Social Studies, with a focus on integrated learning throughout the disciplines. I have also taught Teaching and Methodology at The Ohio State University.

MY TEACHING STYLE

I like to cater my teaching style to my learners. Lessons in my store will cater to a wide variety of students and capabilities.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

*Presentations around the United States dealing with integrated learning. * Outstanding Mentor Teacher The Ohio State University

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Bachelor of Arts in Education Masters in Teaching and Methodology Masters in Teacher Development

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

Look guys, I was a teacher for 41 years. I know what you want and when you want it. I have created several units for those times you need to let the students take control. I know the kind of materials you need right before Winter and Spring Break. Several units would be great for those times you will miss three days and need something for a sub.

GRADES

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool, Staff

SUBJECTS

English Language Arts, Specialty, Science, Biology, Chemistry, Social Studies, Ancient History, Civics, Government, Native Americans, U.S. History, European History, World History, Arts & Music, Art History, Visual Arts, Music, Physical Education, Special Education, Health, Geography, Other (Social Studies), Religion, Literature, Psychology, Economics , Character Education, General Science, Criminal Justice - Law, Writing, Asian Studies, Child Care, Reading Strategies, Holidays/Seasonal, Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa, Poetry, Halloween, Valentine's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents' Day, Black History Month, End of Year, Women's History Month, African History