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3rd grade social studies dbqs $5-10
Document-Based Question Writing Sentence Starters (DBQ) Social Studies
Analyze a source...now what? The writing resources included are great for social studies assignments that require document or text-based writing. Teach students how to locate important information in sources and help them put their observations into words. This must-have resource will become every students' "go to" when analyzing sources and completing DBQ social studies tasks. 5 Steps for Teaching Writing in Social Studies Resources Included:1.) Understanding the Writing Prompt (Example of ana
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3rd - 12th
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Analyzing Primary & Secondary Sources
This set includes:-PowerPoint lesson teaching the difference between primary/secondary sources and examples of each-Foldable on primary/secondary sources-Analyzing Sources anchor chart/posterI use this before starting my source studies with my students to give them background knowledge on what sources are and why we use them/how to use them!
Grades:
2nd - 6th
Colonial America
This Power point has it all! It connects the age of exploration with the colonializing of North America. It also includes a Venn diagram to compare and contrast the explorers and the settlers. It includes all 13 original colonies, as well as, many economic, religious, and geographical issues that faced the settlers and their choice of location. It has a DBQ for a map of the Roanoke Colony, and it has short video clips included. At the end of the presentation, it includes a map to identify the
Grades:
3rd - 8th
Target Lessons/Bell Ringers for 6th grade Social Studies Weeks 1-6
This power point contains the first 6 weeks of targets/bell ringers for 6th grade Social Studies Curriculum for the state of Georgia.
However, other teachers can utilize these target lessons for their Social Studies classes. The first 6 weeks cover map skills, and start to get into European history!
Each day students are asked to analyze and infer about the chart, map, picture they see and apply their knowledge to answer a question. For most students this is their introduction into Document Ba
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3rd - 10th
September 11 Gallery Walk.... 9-11 AKA 9/11
This is a great resource to remember September 11 and to help students who weren't even born when the event took place. This is such an important and somber turning-point in our history and this is a great platform to have discussions to ensure that the younger generation has a clear understanding about this historical event and its aftermath.
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education
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3rd Grade European Exploration in North America DBQ
A document-based question (DBQ), also known as data-based question, is an essay or series of short-answer questions that is constructed by students using one's own knowledge combined with support from several provided sources.
SS3H2 Describe European exploration in North America.
a. Describe the reasons for and obstacles to the exploration of North America.
b. Describe the accomplishments of: John Cabot (England), Vasco Núñez de Balboa (Spain), Hernando de Soto (Spain), Christopher Columbus
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3rd
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Target Lessons/Bell Ringers for 6th grade Social Studies Weeks 7-14
This power point contains the next 8 weeks of targets/bell ringers for 6th grade Social Studies Curriculum for the state of Georgia. Additionally, this power point contains 5 minute warm ups for the beginning of class that cover map skills, history of Europe, different government types, and different economic types!
However, other teachers can utilize these target lessons for their Social Studies classes.
Each day students are asked to analyze and infer about the chart, map, picture they see
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3rd - 10th
DBQ: Why Are Hurricanes So Dangerous (Mirco-Q)
This is from the DBQ (document based questioning) online library. With a focus on the question, "Why are hurricanes so dangerous?" The Micro-Q focuses on a single document and ends with a one-paragraph student "essay."This is a powerpoint to accompany the Micro-Q 3-day lesson. Included within this PowerPoint are: -2 Accompanying Content Videos-"Ways to Hook Your Reader" Content -DBQ Jobs Descriptions and Easy to Follow Implementation Directions-Grade Level Engaging and Appropriate Graphics
Grades:
1st - 5th
Unit 2 Task Assessment Papers and Places
This Assessment is a culminating task for Grade 3 Unit 2 Papers and Places from the Louisiana Course Framework. It is teacher created with the LEAP 2025 Task in mind. It follows the Louisiana Course Framework topics for Unit 2, and the Assessment Guidance. It includes a 6 point rubric for the written response question. It is in a Google Document with the intention of transferring to an online format so it includes a tech enhanced item as well as a Two Part Dependent Question. It covers the
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3rd
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Analyze Sources: Pilgrims Social Studies Task DBQ
EXCELLENT TEST PREP! Whether you are teaching about Pilgrims or just need a resource to teach students how to analyze, this resource will become one of your favorite YEAR-LONG RESOURCES. Teach the steps of DBQ and/or enhance your Pilgrim unit. NO-PREP NEEDED! Walk the students through the steps analyzing sources by presenting the slide show or print the materials to create learning stations. NO CONFUSING GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS! Students become independent learners by creating their own chart to
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3rd - 8th
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Three Branches of Government Test-- LEAP PREP!
This test includes 5 sources and many document based questions to go along with them. There is also an extended response that includes a rubric with LEAP components. This source is great to get students ready for LEAP formatted tests! Use it as an assessment or as teaching guide.
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2nd - 5th
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DBQ: Why Should We Protect the Wolf? (Mirco-Q MV)
This is from the DBQ (document based questioning) online library. With a focus on the question, "Why Should We Protect the Wolf?" This powerpoint is designed for a teacher to be able to use knowledge of the DBQ and immediately teach the content, with little preparation of lessons.This is a powerpoint to accompany the DBQ Micro-Q 3-day lesson. The Micro-Q focuses on a single document and ends with a one-paragraph student "essay."Included within this PowerPoint are: Teacher Lesson Planning NotesIn
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K - 5th
DBQ: What Does the Longhouse Teach Us About the Iroquois? (Mirco-Q MV)
This is from the DBQ (document based questioning) online library. With a focus on the question, "What Does the Longhouse Teach Us About the Iroquois?" This powerpoint is designed for a teacher to be able to use knowledge of the DBQ and immediately teach the content, with little preparation of lessons.This is a powerpoint to accompany the DBQ Micro-Q 3-day lesson. The Micro-Q focuses on a single document and ends with a one-paragraph student "essay."Included within this PowerPoint are: Teacher Le
Grades:
1st - 5th
LA Social Studies Unit 1 Assessment
Four related/relevant sources, multiple choice questions with corresponding standards labeled, discrete questions, and an extended response prompt! Assess your students’ understanding of map skills, features of a region, natural disasters, & more! Assesses ALL topics and standards listed on LDOE’s Scope & Sequence Grade 4 Social Studies Unit 1.
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3rd - 5th
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Spanish Missions in California - Primary Source with Guiding Questions (ALL 3)
This download includes ALL THREE resources described below. This download includes both PDF and MS WORD formats and has been formatted to fit perfectly on one paper for easy printing. Enjoy!1) King Philip V gives his approval for California missions (1716)2) Father Tamaral’s letter to Marques de Villapuente (1731)3) Diary entry by Father Pedro Font (1776)
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3rd - 8th
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Also included in:Â California 4th Grade Social Studies MEGA Bundle (50+ proven resources)
LA Social Studies Unit 2 Assessment
Four related/relevant sources, multiple choice questions with corresponding standards labeled, discrete questions, and an extended response prompt! Assess your students’ understanding of early European explorers, the American colonies, & more! Assesses ALL topics and standards listed on LDOE’s Scope & Sequence Grade 4 Social Studies Unit 2.
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3rd - 5th
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Third Grade Louisiana Social Studies DBQ Unit 1 Topic 1 and Topic 2 Assessment
Assess students' understanding of the first two topics of Unit 1 outlined in the Louisiana State Department of Education's 3rd Grade Social Studies Scope and Sequence using this 24 point exam that includes multiple choice items, multiple select item sets, a sorting assessment, and one constructed response question. Topic One: The Place Called LouisianaTopic Two: Defining Culture
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3rd
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Also included in:Â Third Grade Louisiana Social Studies DBQ's Bundle
Unit 4: Louisiana's Government assessment
This assessment is based on Grade 3 skills as outlined by LDOE. The information assessed is from Unit 4:Topic 2 of Louisiana's Government.
Students analyze sources, diagrams, and charts to answer questions related to government. Students then write an opinion response, which requires them to use information from the sources to support their answers. This is a skill that is needed to success on the LEAP 2025.
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3rd
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Economics Goods and Services Assessment LEAP TEST PREP
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Vocabulary
Multiple Choice
Instructional Task with two sources and questions
Constructed Response with Rubric
This assessment includes sources and questions that are great for DBQ's or test prep!
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2nd - 4th
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Colonization of North America: New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies
This PowerPoint presentation is broken into three sections, one for each region of Colonial America. Throughout the Powerpoint, maps and visuals are used to support the facts given, and guiding questions are included to get your students thinking. Where applicable, links to outside sources are also used.
I use this PowerPoint over the course of my colonization unit to introduce new concepts, as well as to review as we finish a region. I also put it on my website so that parents may use it to he
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
Louisiana Symbols and Landmarks Assessment-- LEAP PREP!! 3.1.4, 3.1.5
This is a great assessment to get students ready for their big test! It includes labeling state/national landmarks & symbols, and has 3 sources followed by multiple choice questions and a constructed response--similar to tasks they'll see on LEAP. Aligns with standards 3.1.4-5
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2nd - 5th
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European Explorers in Louisiana Assessment-- LEAP TEST PREP
This test is a great resource for preparing students for the LEAP. It covers topics including Hernando de Soto, Robert de La Salle, Iberville and Bienville, etc. Assessment includes 2 timelines as well as 4 sources. The test ends with a LEAP-like constructed response question. You can use this as an assessment or break it apart for DBQ practice!
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3rd - 5th
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Jamestown Assessment-- LEAP Test Prep!!
LEAP prep! Multiple sources provided concerning Jamestown, Roanoke and the three colonial regions. Multiple choice and multiple select questions prepare students for the LEAP. Test also includes a timeline for students to complete and an extended response writing concerning the affect of the climate of the colonial regions. Rubric included.
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3rd - 5th
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Native Americans of Louisiana DBQ (Document Based Questioning) Assessment
Assess students' understanding of the Native Americans of Louisiana using this DBQ assessment.
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3rd
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Also included in:Â Third Grade Louisiana Social Studies DBQ's Bundle
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