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5th grade social studies dbqs $5-10
Salem Witch Trials CSI Inquiry for 13 Colonies American US History Unit
In this Salem Witch Craft Trials and 13 Colonies CSI investigation, students investigate four major theories to explain how and why the Salem Witchcraft Trials took place. Each of the four theories is very engaging, student-centered, and is accompanied by analytical questions to get students thinking with the "detective" mindset. To conclude, students submit a briefing report to the US State Department outlining the reasons behind this horrific event in early US history! This resource includ
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5th - 9th
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Also included in:Â CSI US American History Inquiry Bundle | 10 Amazing Inquiry Activities
Analyzing Primary and Secondary Sources
Analyzing Primary and Secondary Sources with interactive notebook includedAnalyzing Primary and Secondary SourcesAn Introduction to Primary & Secondary Sources: Political Cartoons, Scaffolding Questions, Constructed-Response Questions, and more!This series of activities and examples introduces primary and secondary sources to your students!Included in this resource:Analyzing Primary & Secondary Sources Cover pageAnalyzing Primary & Secondary Sources Cover page for studentsWhat is a d
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4th - 8th
Also included in:Â Analyzing Primary and Secondary Sources BUNDLE
Alexander the Great in Ancient Greece DBQ Inquiry Investigation Activity
In this engaging Alexander the Great DBQ Investigation, students analyze the life and times of Alexander the Great to understand the two sides to his historic legacy. Students begin by examining song lyrics of a popular song to understand Alexander the Great's role in history, then engage in a five-document activity, including a map analysis and primary sources, to learn both sides of his legacy. Students record thoughts and answers on an analysis document, complete a graphic organizer assignme
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5th - 8th
Immigration and Urbanization Unit BUNDLE
Increase student growth and engagement while saving time, energy and money! This bundle has everything you need and more! It is perfect for textbook free classrooms. Just print and go!Please see preview for Bundle detailsBundle includes several products that aren't available in my store. For those available in my store, specific descriptions can be found below:Immigration and Urbanization Reading Passage with Response WorksheetImmigration and Urbanization Stations ActivityImmigration and Urbaniz
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5th - 10th
World War II 10 Major Battles Reading Comprehension Bundle D-Day Pearl Harbor
This reading comprehension bundle briefly highlights ten major battles of World War II (listed below). There is a variety of comprehension questions to go with each article. In addition, there is a chart and follow-up activities (bonus files). These are PDF files and are not editable. Please do not post of public sites.Includes:-Battle of the Atlantic-Battle of Britain-Pearl Harbor-Battle of Midway-Battle of Guadalcanal-Battle of Stalingrad-D-Day (Invasion of Normandy)-Battle of the Bulge-Batt
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5th - 8th
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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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Seuss Socratic Seminar Bundle
Are you looking for a great way to introduce the Socratic method to your class? Do you want to get your students thinking at a higher level in a fun, engaging, and meaningful way? Are you looking to bring close reading into your classroom? Do you need a way to get your kids to go back and cite the text? Seuss Seminars are the perfect way to do all of this! Seuss seminars are also a great way to intertwine history and civics into your LAL curriculum (or vice versa).
This bundle includes five Dr
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4th - 9th
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DBQ Writing Workshop DISTANCE LEARNING
DBQ Writing Workshop!PRINT AND DIGITAL VERSIONS INCLUDED!This is a step by step explanation of how to write a DBQ! It is designed to walk the students through every step and allow multiple opportunities for guided practice. The teacher copy includes answers, tips, and highlighting to show the skills. There are 30 pages in the document, not including the teacher copy!1. What is a DBQ?, Primary/Secondary Sources2. Why do we write DBQs?, Parts of a DBQ3. Steps to Complete a DBQ4. Historical Cont
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4th - 12th
George Washington's Presidency Activities | The Federalist Era
Do you want a classroom filled with students engaging in debates, analyzing primary sources, reading informational texts and creating booklets filled with relevant information for your unit on the Federalist Era? Engage your students in learning about George Washington's presidency through a variety of activities, including informational text and corresponding note activities, three debate topics, a booklet on the early challenges of his presidency (paper and digital versions included), a primar
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â The Federalist Era - George Washington and John Adams Unit Bundle
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!
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2nd - 6th
DBQ and CER Writing | Digital and Print
CER writing and DBQ Essays Use these guides to help support students every step of the way. Digital and Print EDITABLE Includes: -- Digtial Interactive Writing Guide -- Digtial CER Graphic Organizer & Writing template (Edit/Print version included) -- Digital DBQ Essay Outline (Edit/Print version included)Edit and Print -- CER and DBQ Class Posters-- CER and DBQ handheld student guides -- DBQ Essay Outline & Rubric -- CER outline & Response template
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4th - 12th
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World War II | Homefront Gallery Walk | Digital Learning Activity
There is no better way to facilitate an inclusive and engaging activity to help students immerse themselves in the past than for students to engage themselves in a WWII Homefront Gallery Walk!This "World War II Homefront Gallery Walk " Distance Learning Activity includes:1) A document-based "GALLERY WALK" activity that creates a unique opportunity for your students to engage with REAL, HISTORICAL DOCUMENTS and investigate the social lives of Americans during WWII. Your students will love walkin
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â World War II | Unit Activity | Digital Learning Bundle
Historical Thinking Skills Activities
Historical thinking is a key skill for students to utilize when examining primary and secondary sources. In order for students to fully understand a source, they must examine it in-depth. These activities are designed to strengthen student's understanding of historical sources. They can be used with any type of historical document.
The Historical Thinking Skills Activities includes:
***Teacher Resources***
1. What is Historical Thinking (A letter for the teacher)
2. Think and Link – the step
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5th - 8th
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The Abolitionist Movement | Digital Learning Pack
The Abolitionist Movement NO PREP Distance Learning Pack. Do you need and in depth examination of the Abolitionist movement? Give your students the opportunity to look at original texts, analyze different members of movement, and express their feelings about the movement. This activity can be broken into different parts and service your class for multiple days with different discussion topics! Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "Abolition Now: The Anti-Slavery Movement" Distance Learning
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Full Year U.S. History Distance Learning Deluxe Bundle
THREE MYSTERY BUNDLE: Solve the Social Studies Mystery w. Primary Sources!
In this bundle, you'll get ALL THREE of my Primary Source Mysteries! Each mystery sets the stage for engagement with a situation that puts students into the story. The Mystery of The Lusitania (World War One): In this mystery, students are posed with an engaging scenario - they are CIA Agents that must piece together once and for all how and why the Lusitania sank. They are presented with a variety of "exhibits," all cleverly designed to engage students in higher-order thinking while also teachi
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5th - 12th
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Era of Good Feelings Bundle! 2 activities, 1 great price! Common Core focused!
Era of Good Feelings Bundle! 2 activities, 1 great price! Common Core focused!In this bundle, you receive 2 highly-engaging products on the Era of Good Feelings! The first activity is a guided notes and PowerPoint activity and the second is a very Common Core focused, student DBQ investigation on the Era of Good Feelings!1.) The Era of Good Feelings: Guided Notes and PowerPoint! Show Both Sides of the Era!2.) The Era of Good Feelings: Does it Deserve This Name? Student Investigative DBQ!Enjo
Grades:
5th - 8th
Slavery in Early America | Digital Learning Activity
There is no better way to facilitate an inclusive and engaging activity to help students immerse themselves in the past and experience the brutal reality of slavery in early America. This activity provides the tools you need to create a ONE OF A KIND experience! Digital and Paper Copies INCLUDED!This "Brutality of Slavery" Distance Learning Activity includes:1) A document-based "GALLERY WALK" activity that creates a unique opportunity for your students to engage with REAL, HISTORICAL DOCUMENTS a
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5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Foundations of America | Digital Learning | Unit Activity Bundle
Workers and Labor Unions | Digital Learning Pack
Workers and Labor Unions NO PREP DISTANCE LEARNING PACK! Labor Unions can be difficult to teach. We get it. They can be complex, and your students can get bored. If only there was a lesson that made unions, their goals, negotiation tactics, and the workers they represented easy to understand and interesting to learn about? This is the activity you've been looking for!This "Workers and Labor Unions" Distance Learning Pack includes: A document-based activity that assess your students's comprehen
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Gilded Age & Progressive Era | Digital Learning | Deluxe Bundle
The Great Depression | Photo Gallery Walk | Digital Learning Activity
There is no better way to facilitate an inclusive and engaging activity to help students immerse themselves in the past than for students to engage themselves in a Great Depression Gallery Walk.This "The Great Depression in Photos Gallery Walk " Distance Learning Activity includes:1) A document-based "GALLERY WALK" activity that creates a unique opportunity for your students to engage with REAL, HISTORICAL DOCUMENTS and investigate the social lives of Americans during the Great Depression. Your
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â The Great Depression and the New Deal | Digital Learning Activity Bundle
The Persian Gulf War | Digital Learning Pack
The Persian Gulf War NO PREP Distance Learning Pack. The Persian Gulf War is a sometimes forgotten war in American History, despite the fact that it drastically changed American international affairs for the next 30 years. Give your students some background information about this short but important war. Digital and Paper Copies Included!This The Persian Gulf War Distance Learning Pack includes:1) A timeline and document-based activity that helps students understand the key events of the e
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Full Year U.S. History Distance Learning Deluxe Bundle
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
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3rd - 8th
World War II | The War in the Pacific | Digital Learning Pack
World War II: The War in the Pacific NO PREP Distance Learning Pack! Are you looking for a way to connect your students to the events of the war in the Pacific? This unique activity will draw your students attention with first hand accounts of the events on the front. Students will read depictions and first hand accounts of real events that took place during the battles. Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "World War II: The Pacific Theatre " Distance Learning Pack includes:1) A set of q
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â World War II | Distance Learning | Digital Bundle
The Attack on Pearl Harbor | The Day of Infamy | Digital Learning Pack
The Attack on Pearl Harbor: The Day of Infamy NO PREP Distance Learning Pack. Teaching the attack on Pearl Harbor can be difficult. This activity uses FDR's own words to help your students gain a better understanding of how Americans felt on this horrific day. Digital and Paper Copies included!This "The Attack on Pearl Harbor: The Day of Infamy" Distance Learning Pack includes:1) A set of questions that test your students knowledge of what happened during the attack on Pearl Harbor. This wi
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â World War II | Distance Learning | Digital Bundle
The Gulf of Tonkin Incident | Start of the Vietnam War | Digital Learning Pack
The Gulf of Tonkin Incident and Start of the Vietnam War NO PREP Distance Learning Pack. Why did the United States go to WAR with the small nation of Vietnam. When the United States sent troops to Vietnam, most Americans had never heard of the Country. Explore the reasons why Lyndon Johnson decided to send troops the Vietnam and go through a timeline of events leading to the conflict. Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "The Gulf of Tonkin Incident and the Start of the Vietnam War" Distanc
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â America in the 1960's | Distance Learning | Digital Bundle
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- Learn about the achievements, challenges, perspectives, traditions, and customs of different societies
- Evaluate information, analyze evidence, and make informed judgments about complex social, economic, and political issues
- Become active, responsible, and engaged citizens
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