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Higher education U.S. History research
#Activism Research Project: Perfect for Social Justice/Informational Text Unit
Thanks to social media and trending hashtags, modern activism movements look much different than the activism of the past. This project is a great addition to any study of activism, social justice, social movements, informational text, or just as a stand-alone research project. It is crucially important we teach students how to research and understand the movements of their generation so they can actively participate in the dialogue that is taking place all around them. Understanding the current
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The Battle of Lexington and Concord: Mysteries in History
The students will try and solve the mystery of who fired the first shots at Lexington by looking at Primary sources, finding the main idea of the documents, making judgements and then writing up a detective report to explain what they discovered.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Black History Month Biographies List of 100 African Americans Research Project
This resource contains a ready-to-use printable list of 100 notable Black Americans who made contributions to American History. You get 1 list categorized by men/women, and another list categorized by profession. The same 100 names are on both lists. Use the organized and categorized lists to assign research projects, “wax museum” personalities, or Black History Month projects for the class. Create and share research to promote stories of American accomplishment, hope and inspiration through di
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K - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff, Not Grade Specific
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The History of Blues Music Webquest & Crossword Puzzle (Google, PDF)
Your students will learn about: The Great Migration... Highway 61... The Mississippi Delta... Ma Rainey... Muddy Waters... John Lee Hooker... more! This webquest features 30 questions that challenge students in a variety of reading and critical thinking strategies. Students will learn the history of blues music and listen to and compare samples of blues styles! This resource is editable and Google compatible. The webquest itself is four pages long, plus the answer key. Students will use this web
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The History of Sports No Prep Lessons BUNDLE (Baseball, Football, Basketball...)
Students will read articles from History.com and NationalGeographic.com and research on the beginnings of Baseball, Football, Basketball, and Hockey! See individual products for more details.History Workshops will help your students dig more deeply into subjects while improving their reading skills. They make excellent sub plans and/or regular classroom days.These History Workshops feature:Pre-reading vocabulary chart12-20 During reading questions that build a variety of reading skillsAfter read
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Bill of Rights Worksheets | The 10 Amendments | Constitution Worksheets
Bill of Rights WorksheetsLearn the 10 Amendments with these Bill of Rights Worksheets.This 19 page workbook includes:✔ Bill of Rights✔ 10 Amendments Worksheets - Each tells what the Amendment is and has a drawing or writing prompt to complete.✔ True and False✔ Fill in the Blanks✔ Answer Keys!✔ Write your own Amendment!Want more United States Worksheets & Activities? Check out the United States GROWING BUNDLE!Interested in more workbooks? Find them below!⟾ U.S.A. Research Workbook (United Sta
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2nd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: United States Worksheets & Activities
Genealogy Project US HISTORY
Looking to find a different approach to US History? My Genealogy Project US History is a great way to learn about your ancestors. It explains what Genealogy is. It includes 7 steps, rubric, city project, and links to websites. "Very detailed and well-thought-out resource, complete with alternative project options. I found it very helpful.'UPDATED: I just added a bunch of pictures from this year's projects. I have also added a primary source document cover sheet for the project when it gets turn
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
U.S. Supreme Court Justices Biography Research Grid Bundle, PDF & Google Drive
Skip the typical introduction lecture as you launch a study of the current United States Supreme Court Justices and, instead, empower students to find their own interesting facts about these judges’ lives with this “V.I.P. of History” print/post-and-teach biography research bundle.Each single-page worksheet (one per justice – see list below) is a powerful research organizer that’ll help students focus as they begin to learn about the lives and historic impact of these judicial leaders. All works
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Martin Luther King Jr. Biography Research, MLK Biography PDF & Google Drive CCSS
Skip the typical Martin Luther King Jr. introduction lecture as you launch a study of the civil rights movement and, instead, empower students to find their own interesting facts about King’s life with this “V.I.P. of History” print/post-and-go biography activity.This single-page worksheet (includes printable PDF and Google Drive versions) is a powerful research organizer that’ll get students digging deep into Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and historical impact. Please note: This download does N
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8th - 11th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Understanding Transcendentalism Group & Independent Activities
Looking for a way to help students grasp 1800s transcendental concepts? I've got you covered with this lesson that helps students discover the definition in a collaborative group activity as well as an independent one-pager task with explanatory writing.Transcendentalism is a tough topic to comprehend, and I find it is best for students to explore and discover it instead of listen to a lecture. I encourage you to give these activities a try! What's included . . .► Teacher Instructions with imple
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: American Literature Full Year Curriculum Plus Writing & More BUNDLE
Vietnam War Background Research: The Things They Carried
Students will research an assigned topic related to the Vietnam War (weapons, turning points, etc.) and teach it to the class. This is not a presentation; rather, students are teaching the class about a particular topic to prepare them to read The Things They Carried by Tim O'Brien. Students are to be creative and memorable, but professional and informative. As historical research there is a high potential for overlap. Students must conference with other groups, not only to gain more insight on
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
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GALLERY WALK of CIVIL WAR BATTLES (Also includes Timelines, Worksheets and Keys)
Engage your students in an immersive journey through the pivotal battles of the Civil War with our Civil War Battles Gallery Walk PDF product. This comprehensive lesson plan combines hands-on learning, critical thinking, and historical analysis, making history come alive for your students.Key Features:Interactive Gallery Walk: Print out 10 stunning visuals of key Civil War battles in either color or black/white versions (both included). Strategically space them around your classroom or hallway,
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Immigration in the United States Family History Research Project (Google Comp)
Immigration in the United States Family History Research ProjectIs your class learning about Immigration in the United States? In this fun and interactive project students will research the history of their family as it relates to their story of coming to live where they do today. The project includes the completion of a family tree, an interview with a family member, descriptions of food and transitions related to their family, and research on their country of origin. The worksheet is no prep,
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: The United States Gilded Age Unit (Google Compatible)
United States History & Baseball BUNDLE Viewing Guides/Projects/Papers
United States History & Baseball BUNDLE Movies/Projects/PapersINCLUDES:5 Essay/Research Paper Prompts (Baseball Legends)Ken Burns' Baseball (1994) Doc Viewing GuidePsychology of The Field of Dreams (1989) Movie Viewing Guide42 (2013) Movie Viewing Guideand more!
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
World War I: Letters Home Activity
This activity has proven to be very powerful and insightful in my past World History classes.
In short, each student is given a different card with a unique soldier's specific scenario (8 scenarios total). If you have a class of 24 students, for example, then each scenario will be covered individually by three students per card. This is not intended to be a group assignment.
After the student reads his/her card, he/she will then research the information to their character's specific situatio
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Underground Railroad - Road to Freedom
A comprehensive powerpoint presentation about the history of the Underground Railroad. Presentation includes information about the history of the UGRR'; abolitionists; conductors such as John Rankin and Harriett Tubman; Routes and Maps; Quilt Codes; Songs; Fugitive Slave Act; and more. Great presentation to give students a strong foundation on the Underground Railroad. A great companion to the Quilt Codes of the UGRR Powerpoint which includes quilt pattersn for paper quilt projects in the cla
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4th - 11th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Diversity Illegality, Safety & Hypocrisy - Excellence Over Ethnicity & Sexuality
Diversity Illegality, Safety & Hypocrisy - Excellence Over Ethnicity & Sexuality The Supreme Court’s ruling against affirmative action related to college admissions has opened up a whole new world of potential lawsuits and injected new life into the whole debate over equality and opportunity. Diversity and inclusion offices, positions and initiatives on college and university campuses, companies and organizations are being renamed, revamped and shifting their focus to comply with the law
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Harlem Renaissance Instagram Project
In this project, students will be exploring a notable figure from the Harlem Renaissance and creating an Instagram profile, feed, and posts for your Harlem Renaissance figure. By following these steps, students will not only learn about their chosen Harlem Renaissance figure but also develop valuable design and communication skills using Canva. This project provides an engaging way for students to explore and present the rich history and cultural contributions of the Harlem Renaissance. Included
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
Titanic Historical Documents Archive
TITANIC DISASTER HISTORICAL DOCUMENTS ARCHIVE15,452 pages of documents, text, newspaper articles, and photos covering the Titanic disaster. Period original source material from the National Archives, The Library of Congress, and the British National Archives.The sinking of the ocean liner RMS Titanic on April 15, 1912 is remembered as one of the most dramatic events of the twentieth century. In a mere four hours after striking an iceberg, the largest passenger ship yet built sank while on its ma
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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A Real History Lesson: The Historical Causes of Vietnam Vet's PTSD
What specific factors and conditions made American soldiers in the Vietnam War especially susceptible to PTSD? More so than any other conflict, the Vietnam War has left psychological scars on its American troops. In this real history lesson, students will investigate the physical troubles and mental tribulations that Vietnam veterans underwent while fighting for our country in a controversial war.Throughout the lesson students will:1) Respond to a Bell Ringer poll in which they reveal their conn
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
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Classroom Debates: Gun Control
Engage Your Students in a Thrilling Gun Control Debate!Dive into a complex and crucial issue in American society: Explore the nuances of gun control through a structured classroom debate. Students will research, analyze, and advocate for differing perspectives, developing valuable critical thinking, public speaking, and collaboration skills.Key features of this activity:Multiple perspectives: Learn about pro-gun control, anti-gun control, and independent stances, fostering a holistic understandi
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Socratic Seminar | Fishbowl Debate Bundle | US and World History| 9,10,11,12
This Socratic Seminar/Fishbowl Debate Bundle in US and World History for 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th graders is a great combination of resources for students and teachers to be able to practice and prove their proficiency in historical research and argumentative skills. Every item in this bundle is editable, and incorporates multiple areas of historical knowledge/deeper thinking skills and practicing skill sets students will use beyond the classroom. Teachers will love the smooth efficiency of impl
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Migrant Invasion - American Border and Leadership Problems
Migrant Invasion - American Border and Leadership ProblemsThe United States and Mexico must work together intelligently to stop crime, illegal travel companies, human trafficking, resolve the immigration problem, lead Latin American governments, create economic opportunities throughout the Americas and de-incentivize illegal entry of migrants seeking asylum and employment in the United States."Coyotes" are preying on human desperation and collecting cash to bring migrants from Cuba, Venezuela, H
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
President Abraham Lincoln Biography Research Organizer, PDF & Google Drive, CCSS
Skip the typical Abraham Lincoln introduction lecture as you launch a study of this U.S. president and, instead, empower students to find their own interesting facts about Lincoln’s life and presidency with this “V.I.P. of History” print/post-and-go biography activity.This single-page worksheet (includes printable PDF and Google Drive versions) is a powerful research organizer that’ll get students digging deep into Abraham Lincoln’s background. Please note: This download does NOT include a speci
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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