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Common Core RI.8.3 cultural activities
Cinco de Mayo Readings and activities for Spanish Class El Cinco de Mayo
Ready to teach the REAL history of Cinco de Mayo to your students? These Cinco de Mayo lesson plans for Spanish classes combine authentic resources with Spanish language texts written for language learners, providing you with everything that you need to tackle this misunderstood holiday with your Spanish students.OR: GET THE DISTANCE LEARNING VERSION HERE!This 80-page/slide, Spanish-language cultural unit is designed for Spanish 1 students and beyond to learn about the history and traditions of
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6th - 12th
Current Events Reading Comprehension_News Articles_Middle & High School_2024-Jan
Current events news PDF lesson plans for students in grades 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. Reading comprehension practice and literacy strategies for standardized testing preparation. Great for enrichment of gifted learners, substitute teachers, and differentiated instruction. For middle and high school students. (Politics). First Execution in USA by Nitrogen Gas (Business). Economic Growth (Culture) Madonna Sued for Late Concerts. (Science) Hearing Loss Breakthrough. (World) 245,000 Holocaust Survivor
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6th - 12th
Ruby Bridges Through My Eyes School Integration Lesson Plan
Through My Eyes by Rubby Bridges is an autobiography of Ruby Bridges, a pioneer of school integration and an icon of the Civil Rights movement. This resource is perfect for teaching American history, African American history, reading comprehension and writing skills. This is LA and U.S. History lesson plan:Benchmarks Pre-reading activities Reading activities Comprehension, Discussion and Essay QuestionsWord Search and VocabularyThis resource is great for: Teaching about American HistoryTeaching
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Not Grade Specific
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Virtual Field Trip
Using the virtual tour provided by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, students will go through the different exhibits and answer questions about the events of the Holocaust the museum highlights. The assignment is presented on a Google Slides and includes an answer key.
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6th - 12th
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My Cultural Journey Narrative Writing Story and New Superhero Comic Book Project
Hello Again Teacher Peeps!!Thank you for your interest in the “My Cultural Journey” Project. This project will take your students through a journey of realization, acceptance, creativity, and empowerment. It’s unfortunate that many of our students are unaware of their own ethnicity and culture. Some are even ashamed of their own ethnicity and culture, just as I once was. However, through this 5-6 week journey, your students will learn a lot about themselves and their culture. What better way to
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5th - 9th
Emergency Lesson/Sub Plans - The Evil Eye Close Read and Superstition Research
These handouts will take students through a Close Read of an informational article about the Evil Eye and provide an extension research activity for further learning about superstitions from around the world. This 2-3 day lesson is what I keep tucked aside in an Emergency Lesson Plan folder, but I have also used it with younger students, reluctant readers, and Fundamentals classes. I would suggest to begin the lesson by asking students about superstitions they are already familiar with. Lead the
Grades:
6th - 8th
Also included in: English 8 - Entire Year: Activities, Projects, Rubrics, Exams, Homework
Black History - Black Fraternities and Sororities BUNDLE
This bundle has EVERYTHING you need to teach your students about Black excellence during Black history month and beyond. Get inspired by the stories of the men, women, and non-binary people who created these organizations as well as those who continue to carry the torch. Teach your students about more than just the struggle. Teach them about the joy and celebration and creativity and legacy that lives on in Black culture.See all the details by clicking the individual items included in this bundl
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8th - 11th
"Rituals of Memory" Qs, Teacher Slides w Annotation Guide & Examples + Art
Included in this product is much of what is needed to help students process the essay "Rituals of Memory" by Kimberly M. Blaeser which appears in StudySync, MyPerspectives, and HMH Collections textbooks. Provided here is a user-friendly Google Doc (fully editable!) with text-dependent questions, an analysis of the connotation and denotation in the essay. Also included are teacher slides that provide directions on what students should annotate as they read in order to best answer these questions.
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8th - 12th
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Transcending: Voices of Triumph - LGBTQ+
"Transcending: Voices of Triumph" is a groundbreaking collection of narratives that shines a light on the lives of 20 extraordinary transgender individuals who have risen above challenges to excel in various fields. From artists to activists, scientists to politicians, each story is a testament to the strength, resilience, and brilliance of the transgender community.This book takes you on an inspiring journey through diverse experiences and backgrounds, showcasing how each individual has not onl
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7th - 12th
St.Patrick's Day Activity Bundle!
The "St. Patrick's Day Activity Bundle" for teachers includes two engaging activities designed to educate students about the history, traditions, and cultural significance of St. Patrick's Day. Here's a description of each activity:St. Patrick's Day Webquest:Introduction: This activity invites students to embark on a digital exploration of St. Patrick's Day, its origins, customs, and global celebrations.Instructions: Students are provided with a set of questions related to various aspects of St.
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2nd - 8th
History of Prom Informational Text Reading Comprehension Questions Word Search
Get ready to engage your students with the ultimate end-of-year activity! Dive into the fascinating world of prom with our comprehensive informational article, complete with reading comprehension questions and a fun word search puzzle. Designed for middle and high school teachers, this resource explores the history and customs of prom in the US, offering insight into its evolution and significance. Keep your students captivated as they learn about this beloved tradition. Plus, with all the answ
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6th - 12th
Women's History Interactive Notebook
Geo Journeys is a line of interactive notebook products that focuses on integrating Close Reads, culture, geography, writing, and science/social studies content in an engaging way! Each Geo Journey includes a mini-booklet introducing the topic, information pertaining to the specific topic, maps, activities and interactive organizers that support each topic, Close Read comprehension questions, three writing prompts (informational, opinion, and narrative) that relate to the topic, and Geographical
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4th - 8th
Dia de los Muertos Bundle: Vocab, Video quest., Expository Reading, choice board
A Complete Unit with Vocabulary, Video Questions, Expository Reading, and Choice BoardA Comprehensive Resource for Teaching and Learning Engaging and Informative Activities for All LearnersA Fun and Festive Way to Learn About Mexican Culture Everything You Need to Teach Your Students About This Important HolidayThis is a complete and engaging unit that includes everything they need to teach their students about this important Mexican holiday. The product includes vocabulary, video questions, exp
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4th - 9th
Indigenous People Scavenger Hunt, Educational Scavenger Hunt
The Indigenous People Scavenger Hunt is a winning combination of reading passages, question trails and code words! This activity allows students to move around the classroom while utilizing their reading comprehension skills and answering questions. Each “card” includes a short reading passage about the topic, a question trail and a code word. Students will get “code word questions” to determine which card they should visit next. This fun front-loading lesson includes 10 short passages, a final
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4th - 8th
Holiday Hoodie - Winter Celebrations Around the World
Unleash the Spirit of Global Celebration with Our December Holiday Research Project! Embark on a captivating journey of cultural exploration and creative expression with our mini research project designed to broaden young minds. This unique educational experience focuses on unraveling the tapestry of holidays celebrated in December around the world. Project Objectives: Cultural Significance: Delve deep into the rich cultural tapestry of a December holiday, exploring its roots and understanding
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5th - 8th
Springboard Unit 3: The Challenge to Make a Difference Interactive Notebook
This notebook is tied to CA Springboard curriculum for 8th grade students and can be used for any history or English class teaching about the Holocaust. Some slides are pulled directly from Springboard Online and edited to fit the slide style. Slides connected to Springboard curriculum will have a removable label for copyright purposes. Other slides are pulled from reputable education sources as supplemental, adjusted to fit the notebook and will also be labeled with their watermark. Any slides
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8th - 12th
Donald Trump Multiple Choice Quiz Reading Comprehension "Immigration Policies"
PRINTABLE independent work packet with rhetorical analysis activities. You will have a rigorous and engaging lesson aligned to standards on reading informational texts. Students will love analyzing Donald Trump's arguments and persuasive techniques. Compare Donald Trump's immigration policies to past presidents. A great lesson on current events.In this activity, students will...This highly engaging lesson teaches students to analyze and criticize Donald Trump by dissecting his words and ideas ab
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Segregation and Civil Rights Webquest
Using the Smithsonian National Museum website link provided, students answer 15 questions to help understand the historical ramifications of segregation and the civil rights movement that rose from it. Although answers may vary, an answer key is provided. I use this as a way to front load To Kill a Mockingbird, Dreamland Burning, and The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks. It would work in a history classroom as well. Includes an answer key although many short answers will vary.
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7th - 12th
CLASS: Mythology and Folklore- ELA 7-12 (EDITABLE)
Unit: Norse Stories- Mythology and Folklore- ELA 7-12 (EDITABLE)Grade Levels: 7-12Creator: Erica VilliloAnchor Standards: All 32 CCSS Anchor StandardsSteps: 115+Original Products: 75+Links to Resources: 100+Rubrics: 5+11 Unit Bundles Include: Introduction, African, Sports, Pirates, Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen, Arabian, Celtic, Italian, Norse, Greek
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7th - 12th
"Memorial Day vs Veterans Day" - Reading Passage & Writing Connections - FREE
High-Interest highly informative, highly interesting, informational text reading passage and writing connections comparing and contrasting Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Includes high interest historical facts. Researched thoroughly and full of information that will generate discussion, writing, Venn diagram, etc. This is relevant reading material with engaging writing (such as a compare and contrast informative essay!)! Also includes writing connections! Wow! All this for free?!This lesson can
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4th - 12th, Adult Education
Seasons Greetings - Cultural Astronomy Matching Lab
The Seasons Greetings - Cultural Astronomy activity links two oft-neglected topics in science: astronomy and anthropology. Students will attempt to match the "greetings" of 8 people living across the Earth from past and present cultures. These greeters explain basic facts about their lives, such as weather, climate, day/night cycles, and cultural norms. Alongside this are 8 locations with weather and daylight data. This matching activity is designed for 8th graders, but could be modified for hig
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8th
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MS-ESS1-1
The History of Black Protest Songs - from Billie Holiday to Kendrick Lamar
These activities are perfect for Black History Month or anytime of the year in either a history or English classroom. Provided is a PowerPoint that can be shared with students to have on their own screens if you are a 1:1 technology classroom, or the teacher can project it large for the entire class. Students are provided with a brief introduction to the Black Lives Matter movement and terminology such as: Hands Up, Don't Shoot...Ferguson...Michael Brown...Tamir Rice...I can't breathe...and We s
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8th - 12th
Also included in: Protest Song Project - Example, Research, Outline, and Rubric
Types of Government Activities and Posters!
Description:Ten years ago, I created Types of Government posters, and they became my all-time best-seller on TPT!Although I regularly receive 5 stars for this product, one purchaser said, "I wish you had activities to go with this!" So, this product includes my original posters along with 5 different class activities to accompany the posters.Each poster features a different type of government and contains easy-to-understand definitions of each form. Posters also include images representing each
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5th - 11th
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Guided Reading A- Z: Famous Art Paintings For Traditional Students
“Famous Art Paintings”Guided Reading Levels for Informational Text: Levels A - Z (Criteria Listed on Pages 8-26:I.C. Fountas & G.S. Pinnell, The Continuum of Literacy Learning, Janice Kite, ACS Literacy)Additional Criteria Grades 3-5Refer to Additional Reading Level Books such as: https://www.amazon.com/Childs-Introduction-Art-Paintings-Sculptures/dp/1579129560/ref=pd_bxgy_14_2/138-9216607-0241849?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=1579129560&pd_rd_r=dc5fff14-ad21-4eda-9767-f12244815b5f&pd_r
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K - 8th
Also included in: Grade 3: Bundle for Traditional Students
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