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Free 8th grade british history activities
Introduction to the Middle Ages
This brief presentation heralds the beginning of my Middle Ages unit!Let the music and animations play out on the cover slide for full effect.It defines the eras of the Middle Ages - Early, High, Late.It works beautifully as an introduction before doing this video assignment:• The Dark AgesGoogle App Links are on the Teacher Instructions Sheet!Two versions of this lesson! The first is a Presentation - PowerPoint/Google Slides - for those teachers who know the topic and want to guide their stud
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Early Middle Ages Bundle
FREE Industrial Revolution Factory Advertisement Activity Simulation
Check out this free Industrial Revolution Factory Advertisement Activity Simulation!Students work with peers or alone to create a fictitious factory that describes working & living conditions of the Industrial Revolution.Includes: Instructions; Rubric; ExampleCheck Out all of my FREE Products HERE!*PLEASE REMEMBER TO POST REVIEWS of all the products you download on TpT. It benefits the hard work of the teachers on here*
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Not Grade Specific
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French and Indian War Reading Comprehension Self-Grading or Printable FREEBIE!
This product includes a reading comprehension with questions about The French and Indian War. It is an overview of the war. Topics Mentioned:Causes of the FIWProclamation of 1763Treaty of ParisGeorge WashingtonWhat's included:a self-grading Google Form versionprintable versions in both BW & Color17 questionsanswer keyBe sure to follow me at My Little Teacher Store!Feedback is always welcome!
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5th - 12th
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Liberty's Kids: Boston Tea Party Video Questions - FREEBIE
Have students complete this 10 question quiz while watching the Boston Tea Party Video. Answer key included.
Link to video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QyxVKi_EYwY
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4th - 12th
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The Titanic - Inside the Ship
Please enjoy these free product to teach students about the different facilities offered to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd class passengers on the Titanic. Included in the zip file are worksheets containing readings, instructions, booklet pages, image sheets, and a PowerPoint presentation.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------These materials are part of a larger unit on the story of the Titanic available at the link below:Titanic - C
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7th - 12th
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The Alliance System (WWI) Quick Read - 1 Page Reading with 3 Questions
This quick read goes over all of the major European alliances that occurred on the eve of World War I. It starts by explaining Otto von Bismarck's intent for making alliances in the 1870's. It covers the Three Emperor's League, the Dual Alliance, the Reinsurance Treaty, and the Triple Alliance. It then covers the Franco-Russian Military Convention, the Entente Cordiale, and the Triple Entente. It ends with a short discussion on the assassination of Franz Ferdinand and the system coming into
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8th - 12th
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Lead Up to the American Revolution | Drag & Drop Google Slides Activity
This is a great preview/review activity that addresses some of the causes of the American Revolution- Lead up to the Revolutionary War. Students will use the online timeline as reference material (link provided in activity) to learn about the events leading up to the revolution. Students will then use what they have learned to Drag and Drop the pictures & descriptions of each event, in the Google slide, to the correct year on the timeline. You can assign this activity in Google Classroom for
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8th - 11th
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Events Leading to the American Revolution - Two Perspectives Chart
The American colonists and the British looked at everything differently: taxes, battles, laws, etc. It is important for students to see why both perspectives of the events that surrounded America in the 1700s. Students will explain how each side felt about the events that led to the American Revolutionary war in a chart.
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4th - 10th
Industrial Revolution (Inventions and Innovations)
This set of resources was created for Ks3 and more specifically for year 8. It follows the National curriculum in England.The lesson is about the Inventions (Inventors) and Innovations of Industrial Revolution.In this set of resources you can find:- a well prepared ppt presentation,- a sorting the cards activity- many ppt activities/questions- a filling the gaps activity- and a table to be completed after the lesson (it can be used as a plenary) Just set up the ppt presentation and let the stude
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6th - 10th
My Declaration of Independence
This resource is a way for students to summarize what they know about the United States declaring their independence. You can use this as an assessment, a partner/group activity, or as independent work.What's included:My Declaration of Independence: multiple signatures for group workMy Declaration of Independence: one signature for independent workYou can also find me on Instagram!Earn Credits!Did you know that you can earn credits for future purchases? On your "My Purchases" page, beside each
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3rd - 8th
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Also included in: Project Based Learning Bundle!
Create Your Own Mayflower Compact Activity
Have students create their own Mayflower Compact!After learning about the Plymouth Colony and the Mayflower Compact, I had my students create the laws and punishments for their own pretend colony! In this activity, students will be able to create their own colony name, create at least 3 laws and punishments, and sign and date the document to make it 'official'!I hope you find this resource useful!Check out more U.S. History resources HERE!
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5th - 8th
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Industrial Revolution Inventions Worksheet
This is a great study project on the industrial revolution! It can be done individually, in groups, or as a gallery walk. It was designed for 10th grade Global Studies, but could be used roughly from 8th to 10th grade.
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8th - 10th
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FREE - Guy Fawkes Night (Bonfire Night) - British Festival Reading Lesson
FREE Reading lesson with Full lesson plan. Work with your students to learn about the foiling of the Gunpowder Plot and it's annual celebration. It contains pre-reading activities, a reading, synonym match, comprehension check & discussion starters. The Gunpowder Plot: On November 5th, 1602, Guy Fawkes and his co-conspirators were arrested trying to plant explosives under the Houses of Parliament and blow up King James I and the House of Lords. The foiling of this plot is celebrated to
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The classroom Magna Carta
This guided powerpoint activity teaches the students about the Magna Carta as well as gives them some say in their own learning throughout the duration of the class. My seniors enjoyed it but it could easily be used for students that are 7th grade and up.
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7th - 12th
The Manor Game
In order to discuss the evolution of the manor system, feudalism, chivalry, and social hierarchy, "The Manor Game" follows a step by step process to develop a Baron's manor after William the Conqueror takes over in England during the Middle Ages. Students will develop their own manor system on a piece of 8"x11" paper by following the storyline and instructions. The goal is for students to understand the connections between the manor system and feudalism, along with the effects of the Middle Ages
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6th - 10th
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Reaction to Hitler's Foreign Policy
Road to World War 2The aim of this lesson is to analyse the thoughts of France, Britain, the USA and Russia and their reaction to Hitler’s foreign policy. Students are also introduced to Britain’s policy of appeasement and have to rate how effective negotiating with Hitler might be.Students have a choice of task from answering a question, to a balloon debate or to making flashcards to reinforce their learning.The plenary asks them to evaluate and justify which character would best represent the
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Hitler and the Road to War
What Do You Know About the Industrial Revolution: 1st Day of Unit Activity
This is a simple in-class activity for students on the first day of a new unit. I have a sheet with 4 sections and under each section are some questions to try to jog their memory so they can see what they know about the Industrial Revolution and the political and economic philosophies before we cover anything in class. After they fill out their sheet (I have them do it with a partner), I then write items on the board that they have written down to help the whole class remember things or to enco
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8th - 12th
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Medieval Europe Flashcard and Game set (Articulate and Charades)
Medieval Europe Flashcards & Game Set for Charades and ArticulateTransform your history classroom into an engaging and interactive learning environment with our "Medieval Europe Flashcards & Game Set." Designed for educators teaching 12-15 year olds, this versatile resource offers a comprehensive collection of flashcards covering key topics related to medieval European history. From significant historical figures to pivotal events, castle infrastructure, punishments, and more, these flas
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6th - 9th
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25. Henry VIII - The Causes of the Pilgrimage of Grace 1536 (Fully Resourced)
In this lesson, students will go on the explain the main economic, social, religious and political causes of the Pilgrimage of Grace in 1536. The lesson is suited for or could easily be adapted for students aged 12-16This is a fully resourced lesson which includes a printable fact sheet as well as worksheets, discussion tasks, engaging background information, warm up tasks and learning reviews.The downloaded lesson includes the following:1x A4 printout worksheet - Sorting Task 11x A4 printout w
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5th - 12th
Women in World War 2
World War IIThe aim of this lesson to analyse and evaluate the part played by women in World War 2.Students will analyse a number of propaganda posters used at the time, with particular reference made to the use of headings, colour, messages and the images used. Traditional teaching has always focused on work undertaken by women such as nursing, the W.A.A.F. or the Women’s Land Army.Although the students will learn the about the vital role women played in these jobs, they will also learn about t
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: Homefront in World War 2
*FREEBIE* How to Play Cricket Activity (Digital Resource)
This is a quick activity for students to learn how to play cricket. I would use this as an independent learning activity after a study of the Influences of the British Empire or while learning about the culture Great Britain. It would be fun to then watch a cricket match together or play as a class! Includes: Independent reading/research about how to play the game of cricketAn interactive "drag and drop" activity*Note: Once you access the slides, you’ll need to “Make a Copy” in order to edit and
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6th - 12th
What happened to the Tollund Man?
This lesson is titled "What happened to the Tollund Man?"I use this as an introduction to Historical skills for my 7th Graders and it works really well. Students are given background knowledge in groups and are then drip-fed the 13 information cards in order. As they receive them they discuss what can be inferred from each piece of evidence and complete the history mystery grid. This is a great lesson designed to get students thinking and handling evidence. I hope your students enjoy it as much
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5th - 8th
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Suffragettes and the vote
SuffragettesThis lesson raises many questions:Why were so many people in the Nineteenth Century prepared to die for universal suffrage? How had the Industrial Revolution created so many divisions and changes in society, where towns such as Manchester, Sheffield and Birmingham had no MP’s and thus went unrepresented in Parliament? Could Parliament see the injustice of denying the vote to working class men and industrialists who were making Britain the workshop of the world? Thus the story starts
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: The Suffragettes
Black Death Video Guide for Short YouTube Video: Print and Digital
This video guide is for a short 9-minute video that covers the history of the Black Death and its impacts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ql1ZxYM5ebU&t=335sTopics:The Black Death's OriginsSymptoms of the PlagueThe Impact of the PlagueMultiple Formats: The reading comes as a Microsoft Document and Google Document and is editable! The link to the Google version is in the key of the other version.Great for Distance Learning!Follow Learning the Social Sciences on TpTwww.learningthesocialscienc
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7th - 12th
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