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The Battle of Yorktown: American Revolution: Reading Passages + Activities
In this lesson students will learn about the Battle of Yorktown, the last major battle of the American Revolution and the eventual surrender of Cornwallis to Washington. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, graphic organizers, maps, readings and comprehension questions for students to complete.--> Want all of my American Revolution lessons in one BIG money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!!Battles of the American RevolutionThe Battle of Saratog
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7th - 12th
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Also included in:Â U.S. History Bundle: Reading Passages + Activities, Printables, Assessments
Georgia Studies: The Road to Revolution (SS8H3)
This file is a resource pack about the role of Georgia in the American Revolutionary Era (as outlined by the Georgia Standards of Excellence – SS8H3ab). This lesson includes a presentation with important facts and images related to the causes of the American Revolution as they impacted Georgia (including the French and Indian War, Proclamation of 1763, and the Stamp Act), the three parts of the Declaration of Independence, and Georgia’s three signers of the Declaration. There are also several pr
Grades:
8th
Also included in:Â Georgia Studies Bundle One (SS8H1, SS8H2, SS8H3)
The Boston Tea Party, A Play
If you teach about the Road to Revolution in your class, this is a great way to get your students involved and engaged when you reach the Tea Act of 1773 and the Boston Tea Party 1773.Having students reenact history is an excellent way for them to "experience" what events were like. This is a great example. This play was written using eyewitness accounts and other excellent sources including information from the Boston Tea Party museum. If ever in Boston it is a must do! You even get to throw th
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5th - 12th
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War of the Roses - English History Simulation
An exciting simulation which allows students to immerse themselves in the role of a noble family during the time of the Lancaster and York wars. Students will work together in teams to make decisions, change sides, and support or overthrow the ruling family of England. The simulation takes the class through many of the major battles while teaching them about the history of England.
I designed this simulation for our fifth grade teachers' Tudor unit as a Motivational Introduction. It can also
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5th - 8th
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American Revolution Battle Chart
This product is an American Revolution Battle Chart. It is two pages. One is the battle chart with pieces missing (student) and the other is complete (teacher). Product could be used as either teacher driven guided notes or as a homework assignment.Battles featured include Lexington and Concord, Bunker Hill, Saratoga, Manhattan, Trenton, Princeton, Fort Ticonderoga, Cowpens, Yorktown, among others. Battle chart information includes 1) Battle Name, 2) Battle Date, 3) Description, and 4) Outco
Grades:
6th - 12th
HISTORY MYSTERIES BUNDLE!
Grab a bargain - History Mystery lessons for less! (Over 20% off actually!)This bundle contains lessons to help your students deduce, infer and evaluate arguments and evidence. They are suitable for middle and high school and have been a great success in my and others' classrooms. I will be creating more of these types of lessons and adding them to this bundle as I go along and if you buy now, you will never pay more.Check out the links below for the individual resources, their details and t
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5th - 12th, Adult Education
Georgia Studies: The American Revolution (SS8H3)
This file is a resource pack about the significance of the Loyalists and Patriots as a part of Georgia’s role in the Revolutionary War (as outlined by the Georgia Standards of Excellence – SS8H3c). This lesson includes a presentation with important facts and images related to the causes of the American Revolution as they impacted Georgia (including the Battle of Kettle Creek and the Siege of Savannah). There are also several printables, activities, and graphic organizers included in the file. Th
Grades:
8th
Also included in:Â Georgia Studies Bundle One (SS8H1, SS8H2, SS8H3)
Age of Absolutism & Wars of Religion Unit Bundle - Print & Digital
This bundle has a lot for you to use in a High School World History or (AP) European History course when covering the Age of Absolutism. I have numerous materials for you to pick from. I do not have a formal unit calendar with this as I know that teachers have different pacing based on the type of World History or European History course you are teaching. I typically have 2 weeks for my Absolutism unit.Materials:PowerPoint and Note Sheet: This bundle has 2 PowerPoint presentations. One covers t
Grades:
8th - 12th
EFFECTS of the INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION | Picture Analysis | Print & Digital
Students will be able to understand the effects of industrialization by participating in a fun and creative activity. Students will participate in a gallery walk, analyzing pictures from the Industrial Revolution and writing on and under the surface questions about each picture. “My students were very involved and learned so much about the industrial revolution from this activity, will continue to use it again and again. “– PerlaAs a review, the teacher will ask the students to share their quest
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7th - 10th
Also included in:Â INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION | BUNDLE | World History | Print & Digital | 9-12
War of 1812 - Highly Visual PPT and Comic Strip Activity
***GOOGLE-COMPATIBLE (PPT to Slides and WORD to Docs)***Updated to include the following:- blank comic strip template handout- more clarity with directions- better visual contrast with text and images- a set of key terms for students to use throughout the lesson- video link to War of 1812 'attention-getter' video clipThis series of PowerPoint slides allows students to create a set of comic strips explaining the causes, events and results of the War of 1812. There are 16 slides with informationa
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5th - 11th
Also included in:Â War of 1812 BUNDLE (4x4 activity, Comic Strip Activity, Mapping Activity)
Who should be King in 1066? The lead up to the Battle of Hastings.
This lesson is used to introduce the contenders for the throne of England in 1066 and how this lead up to the Battle of Hastings and the Norman Conquest.The lesson focuses on Harold Godwinson, Harald Hardrada and William, Duke of Normandy and their respective claims to the throne. Students must decide what makes a good leader today, who that might be different to the medieval period and then decide which man should have the throne and why.The lesson contains:- 2 page worksheet with information
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5th - 10th
Industrial Revolution Unit: PPT, Test, Readings, & Activities! Distance Learning
This bundle comes with several items to help you teach the Industrial Revolution. It also comes in multiple formats (Microsoft and Google Docs and Slides).Items:PowerPoint with Note SheetTest with a Study GuideReadingsAgricultural RevolutionInventions of the Industrial RevolutionCapitalism, Communism, and Socialism Reading & Comic ActivityJeremy Bentham and UtilitarianismUrbanization during the Industrial RevolutionPoetry during the Industrial RevolutionDay 1 What do you Know?Documentary on
Grades:
8th - 12th
Hundred Years' War PowerPoint and Comic Strip Activity - FUN, EASY, INFORMATIVE
***GOOGLE-COMPATIBLE*** (PPT to SLIDES, WORD to DOCS)Resource includes both the follow-along slideshow AND a comic strip box printout for students to follow along (in both WORD and PDF)This series of 17 PowerPoint Slides allows students to follow along to create a comic strip demonstrating their understanding of the Hundred Years' War. Includes text, visuals, graphics and maps for:Anglo-French conflicts on a timelineBackground information on Anglo-French conflictsPhase One: The Edwardian War Ph
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6th - 9th
The Victorian Era - Pre-Reading Research Project and Simulation
For years I have taught A Christmas Carol, and each time I have tried to find an interesting way to teach my students about the Victorian setting of the novel. This activity I created has worked perfectly for my gifted students, but can be easily accommodated for any level of learning!What I have created is a three-part activity that doesn't just give students a research project, but also a role as a character from Victorian England. Adding the personal element has allowed my students to not j
Grades:
7th - 8th
HISTORY MYSTERY The Great Fire of London 1666 - Primary evidence detectives!
This lesson asks the big question 'why did the Great Fire of London Spread so far and so fast in 1666?'. Your students have to evaluate the evidence available to decide what they think was the biggest contributing factor. Students have to infer and reach a reasoned judgement based on the evidence at hand. This includes primary sources and secondary reports.The class works in pairs or groups to decide why the Great Fire of London was able to spread so far in such a short space of time. They a
Grades:
4th - 9th
Also included in:Â HISTORY MYSTERIES BUNDLE!
American Revolution: Lexington and Concord: Who Fired First?
Students get to decide who think they fired first at the Battle of Lexington and Concord. This was the first battle in The American Revolution.
Students analyze four primary sources from The Battle of Lexington and Concord...2 from The British point of view and 2 from the colonist point of view. There are five questions to answer for each source for a total of 20 questions.
When they are done answering the questions, students get to decide who they think fired first by writing their claim an
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5th - 11th
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Magna Carta & the English Bill of Rights
The assignment contains 27 questions about how the Magna Carta and the English Bill of Rights established limits on government in response to absolute monarchy. Students will use kid-friendly websites to answer the questions. I have included an answer key. Please message me if you have any questions. *Engaging!*No prep lesson!*Editable Word Document*The document can be uploaded to your website or Google Drive; please make sure, however, that it is password protected.Topics/Key Vocabulary: King
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6th - 10th
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Student Play: English Civil War and Glorious Revolution
This fun and exciting play that I wrote for students takes students from the origins of the weaker English Monarchy through the troubles of Charles I, the interregnum under Oliver Cromwell, the Restoration, and the Glorious Revolution using historical information but also fun pop cultural references. I've used this play with my students (revising to keep up with the pop culture) over the last several years, and the kids absolutely love it--and remember the content well. In general, it takes my k
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8th - 12th
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Primary Source Exploration for British Taxes & Acts
This group activity includes directions and primary sources for the activity. You will need as many envelopes as you have groups. Place directions and primary sources in the envelopes and give one to each group - the rest is self explanatory! The taxes/acts covered are: The Sugar Act, The Stamp Act, The Townshend Acts & The Quartering Act.
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6th - 12th
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Silent Film Project
This is one of my very favorite projects to do. During my Jazz Age (1920s) unit, I have students create their own silent films after we watch a handful of clips of Charlie Chaplin.
In this 4-page handout, the first page is a brief plot and character brainstorm, then its followed with:
*(2) Student Role Assignment / Explanation
*(3) Detailed Rubric
*(4) Plot Brainstorm Visual Guide
Once students complete this packet as a group, they should be perfectly prepared to get filming!
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7th - 12th
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World History | European Imperialism | Presentation, Video & Student Activities
You are purchasing a complete lesson on European Imperialism- an OVERVIEW of Imperialism and the Scramble of Africa. Specific Topics Covered: What was it? When did it occur? Why? The Scramble for Africa, Berlin Conference, and Social Darwinism. Includes a comparison of the colonizers v. the colonized perspective and Forms of Imperialism, Management Methods/Control (Direct and Indirect). ***Includes a GOOGLE and Traditional version for your use!Lesson materials included:- Warm-up Activity- compar
Grades:
7th - 10th
Jack the Ripper - 19-page full lesson (notes, character cards, card sort, grid)
This lesson is titled "Who is Jack the Ripper?"This is my best selling lesson! And one of my most detailed and most enjoyable lessons. Students are issued with a suspect character card of their own (there are 21 including Druitt, Kosminski, and Chapman) and then have to siphon their way through 13 very detailed pieces of evidence to find information that suggests they might be the notorious serial killer. For example, Polish butcher John Pizer might argue that he is local (Evidence A), has an ex
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8th - 11th
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Also included in:Â Crime and Punishment Bundle - 17 Products
The Life and Reign of King Henry VIII - Reading Comprehension Worksheet / Text
This Reading Comprehension worksheet is suitable for beginner to proficient ESL learners. The text describes the life and reign of King Henry VIIIAfter carefully reading the text / bio, students are required to complete some comprehension exercises including cTrue or False exercises, a multiple choice exercise, a fill-in-the-gaps exercise and a fun crossword. This worksheet can also be used for IGCSE, TOEFL vocabulary building purposes. The handout can be completed in class or assigned for homew
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Biographies of Notable People bundle
Human Rights Activity Pack
Human Rights and Football Activity Pack 13 PAGE pack of classroom-ready activities will enthuse and engage students. Suitable for Middle and High School Students.It can be used to teach the topic of Human Rights Abuses and parts of this resource link to upcoming World Cup, through a range of stimulating exercises, encouraging discussion and liven up lessons through structured engagement between students.What specific expectations are addressed?Explore the topic of universal Human Rights UDHR 194
Grades:
5th - 10th
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