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Autumn british history simulations
Create Your Own Medieval Manor: Map Simulation
To create a more immersive experience I created this fun simulation to guide students through the different parts of a fief and manor. Anyone can show a canned image of a diagrammed manor. But in this simulation students become a medieval lord or lady and design their own following a realistic storyline. Lots of fun and educational!
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3rd - 8th
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Why did people go on The Crusades in the Middle Ages? INTERACTIVE POWERPOINT
If you're looking for a fun and interactive way for your students to learn why some people went on the Crusades from Europe, this interactive PowerPoint and question sheet. It's based on the idea of 'choose your own adventure' games. They 'time travel' back to Medieval England and find out the reasons why people went on the crusades to Jerusalem. Students have to navigate their way through the presentation making decisions on who they 'speak' to and what they read in order to answer the questi
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3rd - 7th
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Colonial Government Simulation Activity
This activity gives students a chance to more fully explore and understand how the different parts of English colonial government functioned by giving them a chance to solve problems experienced by an actual English colony. Students will take on several different roles, and by acting out of their assigned roles, they will gain an understanding how a colonial charter, assembly, and governor all interacted and worked together to establish rule of law in the New World. This is a great simulation ac
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5th - 12th, Adult Education
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The Boston Tea Party, A Play
If you teach about the Road to Revolution in your class, this is a great way to get your students involved and engaged when you reach the Tea Act of 1773 and the Boston Tea Party 1773.Having students reenact history is an excellent way for them to "experience" what events were like. This is a great example. This play was written using eyewitness accounts and other excellent sources including information from the Boston Tea Party museum. If ever in Boston it is a must do! You even get to throw th
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5th - 12th
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Stamp Act Activity
This simulation is awesome. Teach kids about the benefit of uniting together for a common cause "peacefully." Teach them about ways of standing up for their rights. This activity will enhance their learning experience outside of the classroom. Your students will learn that there is strength when they are united, they are going to learn correct ways of protesting (Petitions, Peaceful Protests, Etc.). They are going to value one another's opinion. See what they can come up with. Collaborate
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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War of the Roses - English History Simulation
An exciting simulation which allows students to immerse themselves in the role of a noble family during the time of the Lancaster and York wars. Students will work together in teams to make decisions, change sides, and support or overthrow the ruling family of England. The simulation takes the class through many of the major battles while teaching them about the history of England.
I designed this simulation for our fifth grade teachers' Tudor unit as a Motivational Introduction. It can also
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5th - 8th
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The Stamp Act (1765), An Engaging Play
As a classroom teacher I love to get my students up and active in class. Here is another chance to do just that. This time it is about the hated Stamp Act. I've also included some follow up questions that I discuss with my students or have them journal once we finish the play. Here is what's covered in this play:British viewpoint on taxing their colonies in North America.A description of the stamp tax and why it was enacted.The Virginia Resolves.The Stamp Act Congress and the writing of the Dec
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5th - 12th
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Industrial Revolution Reform Movements: Capitalism V. Socialism Class Activity
This packet contains everything you need to perform a classroom simulation on Industrial Reform: Capitalism Versus Socialism. This is a perfect simulation to perform after your students have learned about the Industrial Revolution in England and all of the positive and negative effects the revolution had on England. This simulation allows students to get out of their seats, and interact with other students in order to understand the differences between the economic systems of Capitalism and Soci
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9th - 12th
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American Revolution Taxation without Representation Role Play, Simulation, Hook
If you're looking for the perfect way to introduce the American Revolution and what caused the Colonist to get so angry with Britain, than look no further!In this simulation and role playing activity, students will randomly get divided into "roles" (King, Parliament, Tax Collector, Colonist), The King will choose from 16 different Royal Decrees to tax the "Colonist". Sit back and watch as your class gets engaged and enraged at how the King is treating them. This is exactly how you want students
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4th - 6th
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War College of the French and Indian War - A Simulation!
Presented at NCSS 2013 in St. Louis. Please read the description below :--)Here is an exciting unit to help you bring the French and Indian War alive in your classroom. You can do the whole unit or use some of the lessons depending on what works best for you! Students become cadets at a fictional British military academy at the outbreak of the French and Indian War. Cadets experience a variety of fun activities as they earn points toward their graduation day! Plenty of history, plenty of fun! T
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6th - 12th
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London, England Virtual Field Trip - Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Royal
Incredibly detailed virtual field trip of London, England. Featuring:Buckingham Palace and the Royal Family (includes updates about the late Queen Elizabeth II and the coronation of King Charles III)Westminster AbbeyTrafalgar SquarePalace of Westminster, House of Parliament and Big BenGlobe TheaterTower BridgeThe Royal ParksSt. Paul's CathedralRoyal Albert HallThere is also a supplemental handout to accompany the virtual field trip! No prep!* Be sure to check out the video preview. NOTE: music c
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Not Grade Specific
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Life in the Middle Colonies, A Play
Here is a skit I use when we are learning about the Middle Colonies in my classroom. It is a great way to enhance any lesson about the Middle Colonies either to introduce some of the characteristics of this region or reinforce what has been taught. All of my skits are written to engage students and get them thinking. Most contain a little bit of humor, as well. This one does. If you'd like to see all of my plays, skits, re-enactments, simulations and other lesson starters please visit my store o
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5th - 12th
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"Catch Me When You Can", A Whodunnit mystery about Jack the Ripper
I created this simulation to give my middle school students the opportunity to experience the Jack the Ripper phenomena. This simulation does not focus so much on the gory nature of the crime. Instead, the students become the detectives of the Whitechapel district of the London Metropolitan police. It becomes a race to catch Jack. The students get to make decisions and experience the consequences of their decisions as well. The whole class is involved and they are soon very engaged in the invest
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7th - 12th
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Life in the New England Colonies, A Play
I love getting my students involved in their learning. I created this play to help teach life in the New England colonies. This is a great enhancement to any lesson about the New England colonies. Included in the play are references to:-subsistence farming-soil conditions in New England (rocky soil)-slavery in New England-Growth of Trade - timber and fishing/whaling industries especially-Town life - schools, green/commons, some trades-Triangular trade-The Navigation Acts-New England colonies ide
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6th - 12th
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World War 1 - One Virtual Museum - Group Station Activity, Simulations, VR 360!
Complete US HISTORY Course Now Available! $100 OFFWorld History Course also Available!Turn your classroom into an interactive museum with this station activity! Students explore different aspects of World War One through 7 QR stations located around the classroom. This activity has worked exceptionally well and resulted in a high level of student engagement. Most importantly, it has helped students understand the human reality of the Great War. What's Included:- Very clear teacher instructio
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8th - 12th
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Magna Carta, the Great Charter ( a classroom play)
Having my students involved in the learning process in my room is so much fun. Here is a 10-15 minute play to help bring alive history in your classroom!I use the Magna Carta play to help introduce the important topic of the Magna Carta. Currently, I am using this as part of an American History classroom. We are learning about the Roots of Representative Government. Students learn about the "rights" written in the Magna Carta. However, this resource can be used in many different ways with other
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6th - 12th
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Urbanization Map Simulation (Industrial Revolution)
Students can learn about the Industrial Revolution from the perspective of their own town. They will map out a town starting in 1745 and see how it changes and grows up to 1850. Students will have to deal with the challenges of urban planning such as changing industries, needs to improve transportation, and rising populations. Lesson includes slides to present to students for them to follow along as they draw and build their city and a teacher script with the story of the town to guide students
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6th - 12th
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Revolutionary War- Taxation without Representation Simulation
Social Studies Simulations are a nice interactive learning piece, and they pair nicely with text resources. This is a taxation without representation simulation. The lesson plan and materials are all included! I use it in my 5th grade classroom, and my kids love it. I hope you like it!
This item includes:
- lesson plan
- students roles (must be cut apart)
- possible laws to tax (kids should also make up their own)
- printable crown (in case you don't have one)
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4th - 8th
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Project British Culture and Politics
This workbook contains a project on British Culture and Politics. It encourages students to discover the system and challenges then to come up with their own party and to get as many votes as they can from their classmates, all based on their ideas and campaign.
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
WWI Trench Warfare Letter Activity
Students will read primary source documents: letters from WWI soldiers on the Western Front.I find this activity to be incredibly effective for teaching students about horrors of trench warfare. I typically touch on the concepts of trench warfare first: dug outs, barbed wire, No Man’s Land, weapons, etc. This is an in depth or “wrap up” activity for trench warfare in my classroom
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9th - 12th
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Whole Class Historical Simulation: The Legacy of the War of 1812
Synopsis of activity:This activity is a “reunion” of 26 people or groups who were in some way related or impacted by the War of 1812. The students, representing these characters, will mingle around the “reunion” both to share their own experience during the War of 1812 and to interview and learn about the experience of five other guests. In the end, each student will take their research and decide what the legacy of the War of 1812 should be. Role of the teacher:After introducing the activity a
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8th - 12th
WWII London Blitz Simulation
This simulation is a 2 parter. Allow your students to gain a better understanding of the London Blitz of WWII. Teachers will guide students through 2 activites that will have your students experience the Blitz from the ground and the air. Students will start in a bomb shelter, where they are surrounded by the sounds of air raids and will listen to Winston Churchills 'Their finest hour' speech. Next they will participate in an air raid in a battleship type game. Allow 1-2 hours.
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9th - 12th
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Fun coloring booklet for kids
Fun coloring booklet for kids.Ready-to-print sheets in pdf format to teach a child to color on various shapes, including animals, landscapes, etcThe file contains 28 different papers
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PreK - 1st
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Plays and skits for early American History - Plymouth to the American Revolution
Brand new to TpT in 2022. This is the most recent updated collection of plays and skits I've used in my US history classes for many years now. I love having my students get engaged and active in the classroom. Most of these plays and skits are used to support a topic that we are learning. They last anywhere from 5-15 minutes. They are a great way to make history come alive in your room!Most are sold separately on my TpT store. You can read their descriptions there. The list in this bundle includ
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6th - 12th
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