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Martin Luther Tweets His 95 Theses! The Protestant Reformation & Modern Day!
Martin Luther Tweets His 95 Theses! The Protestant Reformation & Modern Day!This highly-engaging Martin Luther activity presents a fun way to interact with primary sources at the start of the Reformation! Students analyze 6 of Martin Luther's 95 theses that were nailed to the Castle Church in Wittenberg, Germany in 1517!☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a huge discount) when you purchase my Renaissance activities unit located here bundle!Students analyze 6 of Martin Luther's 95 Theses, t
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5th - 8th
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The Sinking of the Lusitania: Solve the WWI Mystery w Primary Source Analysis!
Perhaps one of the most important events of World War One, the sinking of the Lusitania has fascinated kids and adults for years. Use this mystery to harness that fascination and engage students in an inquiry-based mission that they will remember all year long!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
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5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â GROWING WWI BUNDLE: Higher Order Thinking WWI Activities (SS5H2)
Road to the American Revolution DBQ Document-Based Questions
American RevolutionDocument-Based Questions (DBQs) are a great way to expose students to primary sources as well as to make them think about an event in history and respond to it. This unit can be used in a few ways. You can project the full-page images on my board so that we can discuss them, and then the students answer the DBQ in their notebooks. I have also included the DBQs in printable format so that your students can answer on paper and digital Google Forms that you can send electronicall
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4th - 6th
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Mansa Musa, Egypt, and Snapchat? Students analyze the stop & create Snapchats!
In this Mansa Musa and Islam resource on West Africa, students analyze a primary source of Musa's pitstop in Egypt on his way to Mecca on his holy pilgrimage. Once students answer the analytical questions, they use excerpts from the source to create a Snapchat story of Mansa Musa's experiences in Egypt. There are three versions of the Snapchat story to best fit the needs of your students!Tons of fun, easy to implement, and a fun way to integrate modern technology!This resource in included in my
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5th - 8th
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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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Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy Sources Project Bundle
Two dynamic renewable and nonrenewable energy sources projects. Student will apply research skills to learn about renewable and nonrenewable energy sources and then apply their knowledge to help a fictional community decide which two energy sources are best for their town. These projects put students in charge of their learning and keep them motivated with real life scenarios while improving their critical thinking, persuasive writing, and public speaking skills, and research skills. Minimal p
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5th - 8th
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MS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
Comparing Feudalism in Europe and Japan: A Self-Directed Learning Activity!
Comparing Feudalism in Europe and Japan: A Self-Directed Learning Activity!This Feudalism lesson is included in the larger Medieval Japan unit, located here:Medieval Japan: A Unit Plan! 4 Engaging Lessons to Teach Japan's Middle Ages!Buy the unit and save 20%!-----------------------------------------------In this highly-engaging Feudalism activity, students navigate throughout the room to uncover details at 7 different stations about the similarities and differences between European and Japane
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5th - 8th
DBQ The Middle Ages Document Based Question
This DBQ addresses the Common Core State Standards. It has been updated with a page outlining the English Language Arts/History/Social Studies grades 6-8, 9-10, and 11-12 CCSS that it addresses.
**You can buy all SIX Ancient History DBQ's in a separate listing here and SAVE over $10.00 vs. buying them individually!**
This Document Based Question (DBQ) was created for 6th Grade World History. It could also be used in 9th grade Global Studies. The topic is The Middle Ages: An Age of Faith.
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5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â DBQ Bundle of SIX Ancient History Document Based Questions
DBQ Gupta, Ancient India Achievements DBQ Primary Secondary Source Activity,
Get your students investigating history with this versatile document-based questions activity for The Golden Age of Ancient India- Gupta Empire Achievements. This Common Core bundle has a mini-DBQ that is designed to get students to analyze primary and secondary sources in small, compressible chunks. The DBQ is divided into a primary source document analysis and a written response section. Students are expected to respond to questions, find evidence and provide commentary. It fits perfectly with
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5th - 9th
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Also included in:Â Gupta Empire Resource and Assessment Activity Bundle with Six Lesson Plans
"Medieval Knights and Chivalry" - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessments
The illustrated Article and Power Point describe the process of becoming a knight and explain the code of chivalry. Activities and Common Core-Aligned Document Based Question Assessments included.Lesson includes: - 3-Page Illustrated Article - 39-Slide Power Point Presentation - Multiple Choice - Document Based Question Assessment + Answer Key- Common Core-Aligned - DBQ Short Answer Assessment + Answer Key - DBQ Scoring Rubric (allows students to easily score each other's short answer
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5th - 9th
Slavery in the Southern Colonies: A Socratic Seminar
Looking for a higher order thinking activity? Need a way to close out a unit on the Southern Colonies? Do you want to do a Socratic Seminar with your students? Students will evaluate three primary source documents to answer document-based questions. Students will engage in higher-level thinking and improve listening and speaking skills during this common-core supported activity. This activity is appropriate for 5th-7th graders and meets the Common Core Standards for Speaking and Listening.
If
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5th - 8th
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The Medieval Catholic Church's Role - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assess
The illustrated Article and Power Point describe the Medieval Catholic Church, the increase of its influence and its relationship with the monarchy. It explains the orders founded at this time (Benedictines - monastic ... and Franciscans - mendicant), as well as, demonstrates the Church's emphasis on education, and its influence on universities. Benedict of Nursia, Francis of Assisi, and Thomas Aquinas are highlighted. Activities and Common Core-Aligned DBQ Assessments included.Lesson include
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5th - 9th
"The Byzantine Empire - an Overview" - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assess
The illustrated Article and Power Point examine the Byzantine Empire from the founding of Constantinople to the Empire's demise. It includes Emperor Justinian's conquests, Justinian's Code, the Hagia Sophia, and how Theodora influenced Justinian's accomplishments. It also includes the Nicene Creed, the Great Schism, and the spread of Byzantine culture. Activities, Common Core-Aligned Document Based Question Assessments, and four Brief Articles included.Lesson includes: - 4-Page Illustrated
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5th - 9th
"Medieval Europe" - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessments (Dist. Learn.)
The "Medieval Europe" Article and Power Point are illustrated overviews of life in medieval Europe, including its geographical, cultural, political, and social aspects. Other illustrated articles include, "The Making of a Knight," and "Simplified Medieval Heraldry." Activities include a Medieval Crossword, the Simplified Heraldry Activity, Graphic Organizers, Identifying Concepts and Images, Map Activity, and Reflective Writing Activity. In addition to Multiple Choice / Short Answer DBQ Ass
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5th - 9th
World Religions Reading Passages | Primary Sources Judaism Christianity Islam
World Religions DIFFERENTIATED Primary Sources! 6 sources for the Abrahamic Religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam!This primary source set is included in the World History Differentiated Primary Source Bundle, located here! Buy the bundle, enjoy 112 differentiated warmups, and save a bundle!----In this highly-engaging differentiated primary source set, you receive 6 primary source warmups and skill-building exercises to supplement any unit on the Abrahamic world religions of Judaism, Christ
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5th - 8th
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"The Sea Voyages of Zheng He" - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessments
The Article and Power Point tell of the Ming's attempt to widen its tributary system and establish a state monopoly on trade by sending Admiral Zheng He on numerous sea voyages to distant lands. Activities, and C. C. Aligned Document-Based Question Assessments included.Lesson includes: - 2-Page Illustrated Article- 31-Slide Power Point Presentation- Multiple Choice / Document Based Question Assessment + Answer Key - Primary Source: - from "Zheng He's Journal" + Attachments- Common Core
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5th - 9th
The Execution of Joan of Arc Primary Source Worksheet
This worksheet allows students to use a primary source document to learn about the execution of Joan of Arc. The worksheet allows students to read two short primary sources related to the execution. The worksheet includes eight questions and an answer key for the teacher. The readings are very engaging for students.You may also be interested in:Middles Ages Lesson Plan CollectionsComplete Middle Ages Webquests and Worksheets CollectionDark Ages Lesson Plan CollectionVikings Lesson Plan Collectio
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5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Hundred Years' War Lesson Plan Collection
Byzantine Empire Reading Passages | Differentiated Byzantine Primary Sources
Byzantine Empire Reading Passages and Byzantine Empire Differentiated Primary Source Activities. 5 DIFFERENTIATED Primary Sources Byzantines! Study deep into the Nika Riots, Muhammad's open threat to the Byzantine Emperor, the finishing of the Hagia Sophia church, rules created with the Justinian Code, and a source of conflict between the Byzantine and Holy Roman Emperors!This primary source set is included in the World History Differentiated Primary Source Bundle, located here! Buy the bundle,
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5th - 8th
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"Medieval West Africa - An Overview" - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assess.
The Article and Power Point examine the geography of West Africa, the history of the three Medieval West African Trading Empires: Ghana, Mali, and Songhai, as well as, explains Medieval West African Society and Art. Activities and Assessments included. (One Multiple Choice / DBQ Assessment and One C.C. Aligned Document Based Question Assessment) Lesson includes: - 8-Page Illustrated Article - 79-Slide Power Point Presentation + Notes- Multiple Choice / DBQ Assessments + Answer Keys - Primary S
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5th - 9th
DBQ Marco Polo Common Core Document Based Question Activity
Get your students investigating the Mongols through he eyes of Marco Polo!
In this assignment students will look at maps of Marco Polo's route and read excerpts and primary source documents about Marco Polo's Journey to answer questions. This packet includes templates, instructional materials, primary source documents, examples and project ideas on the Silk Road. Students are expected to respond to questions, find evidence and provide commentary. It fits perfectly with the common core writing s
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5th - 12th
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Medieval Europe in the "Dark Ages" - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assess.
The Article and Power Point briefly describe the changes Europe would go through as a result of the Fall of the Roman Empire. It highlights the lack of order, travel, trade, education, and infrastructure in the Early Middle Ages - a period some refer to as "The Dark Ages." It also includes the fundamentals of feudalism which was established during this period of time and the reason for the coining of the term "Dark Ages" and the reasons why it gives the wrong impression. Great transition from
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5th - 9th
Renaissance Reading Passages | Differentiated Renaissance Unit Primary Sources
Renaissance Reading Passages and Differentiated Renaissance Unit Primary Sources! DIFFERENTIATED primary sources for the Renaissance! Martin Luther, Machiavelli, Thomas More! This reading passage primary source set is included in the World History Reading Passage Differentiated Primary Source Bundle, located here! Buy the bundle, enjoy 112 differentiated warmups, and save a bundle!----In this highly-engaging differentiated primary source set, you receive 5 primary source warmups and skill-buildi
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5th - 8th
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Native Americans DBQ Document-Based Questions
Native AmericansDocument-Based Questions (DBQs) are a great way to expose students to primary sources as well as to make them think about an event in history and respond to it. This unit can be used in a few ways. You can project the full-page images on my board so that we can discuss them, and then the students answer the DBQ in their notebooks. I have also included the DBQs in printable format so that your students can answer on paper and digital Google Forms that you can send electronically.
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3rd - 6th
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"Al-Andalus & the Reconquista" Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessments DL
The illustrated Article and Power Point explain the conditions of Al-Andalus before and after the Reconquista and Spanish Inquisition. Activities and Document Based Question Assessments included. Lesson includes: - 3-Page Illustrated Article- 27-Slide Power Point Presentation - Document Based Question Assessment + Answer Key- Primary Source: from "The Song of El Cid" - CC Aligned - Document Based Question Short Answer Assessment + Answer Key- DBQ Scoring Rubric (allows students to
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5th - 9th
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