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Free U.S. History simulations
Reader's Theater: 13 Colonies-Life in a New England Colony!
Bring key characteristics of the 13 colonies to life with this FREEBIE Reader’s Theater script featuring the New England Colonies! This is part of a leveled set of 3 reader’s theater featuring the New England, Middle, and Southern colonial way of life plus additional comparison activities! This freebie script contains 6 parts, making it a perfect activity for centers or leveled guided reading groups! This activity helps integrate Social Studies history content with Language Arts common core s
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3rd - 6th
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Articles of Confederation Simulation
A great interactive simulation to demonstrate to government or US history students the failures of the Articles of Confederation. After the lesson students will have a clear understanding of why the US needed a stronger central government. Students will take on the role of one of the 13 original states and will participate in a session of Congress to see if they can solve the pressing challenges facing the new nation.
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8th - 12th
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Industrialization Activity (FUN, Interactive, Creative) Urban Game
Very fun Industrialization activity. This is one of my favorite activities. It is always a huge hit with students and makes a strong impact on their comprehension of Industrialization.Students create a map of a town one step at a time. They witness how the changes of the Industrial Revolution effect their town. They see how the growth, the pollution, disease, crime, and more slowly destroy their peaceful village. Surprise twist ending for the kids is exciting. I spend two class days on thi
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4th - 12th
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Lewis and Clark Expedition FREE: Interactive decision making Simulation/game
Make history comes alive with this free demo of interactive simulation on Lewis and Clark's epic Corps of Discovery expedition! Full version includes 16 rounds and 85 slides comprised of realistic scenarios, reading comprehension activities, dice rolling options, a decipher activity, and more - your students will live through the adventure of Lewis and Clark's famous expedition right at their fingertips! With no preparation needed, this will be highlight of your chapter as your students learn ab
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Westward Expansion Fun activities and Interactive Games: Oregon Trail
Choose an Adventure: The French and Indian War
This product is perfect for any middle or high school class, but is geared specifically toward history teachers looking for an engaging and immersive history experience. The "Choose an Adventure" lessons are a great way to replace a traditional lecture for a day and do a lesson that will stick with students for a lifetime. Based on a 100% true story, students will take the perspective of a young colonial American surveyor as he attempts to negotiate with the French over the Ohio River Valley. Th
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8th - 12th
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Jamestown Archaeology Investigation--Constructivist
Students become archaeologists in Jamestown in this constructivist investigation! What are these old artifacts and what do they reveal to us about the people and the settlement? How does archaeology help us to better understand history? Tune in to find out with this perfect hook to your Jamestown unit. Kid-approved! Want more Jamestown activities? Check out our interactive reading for information here.Compare the decisions by the settlers of Jamestown with the more successful Plymouth Colo
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3rd - 7th
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Vietnam War Tap Code Activity / Bellringer
Students learn how to communicate in code in the same way that U.S. prisoners of war did during the Vietnam War. The Tap Code is easy to learn and the presentation includes a slide of student handout cheatsheets with the code and basic instructions. The presentation also includes 3 short audio messages using the tap code for students to decipher.
This is a fun activity that can be used in conjunction with a Vietnam War unit or just in general (who doesn't like learning secret codes?) It ta
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6th - 12th
Ellis Island: Immigration Game
Power Point Presentation based on cases of real immigrants to Ellis Island, students see information about various groups/individuals and have to decide whether to admit them to America or not. Students fill out "scorecard" throughout the presentation and compare and discuss their votes with what really happened to the people involved.
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8th - 10th
Spanish-American War: You Decide!
Welcome to President McKinley's Cabinet. Your students must decide whether or not to get involved in the conflict between Cuba and Spain. They will be faced with background information, 2 major triggers, the need to collaborate, and practicing real-life decision making skills that all combine to create an exciting and authentic historical experience. This document includes everything you will need in order to make it happen in your classroom including directions, handouts, role cards and trigger
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7th - 12th
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WWI Trench Warfare Activity
WWI Trench Warfare Activity
Students will problem solve and feel what it must have been like as a commander on the Western Front attempting to brake the stalemate. The Trench Warfare Simulation is designed to allow students to feel the frustration and futility of warfare on the Western Front. The Trench Warfare Simulation consists of Microsoft Word and Excel documents.
Trench Warfare Activity Explanation
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5th - 12th
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FREE: Due Process of Law -- 10 Minute Simulation and Worksheet
FREE -- Quick and Easy Simulation to Provide Your Students with a Clear Understanding of Both Procedural Due Process and Substantive Due Process of Law!
No materials needed!
This free Due Process of Law Activity includes:
• Introductory explanations to assist teacher
• Detailed step-by-step procedure to do the simulation in class
• Alternatives for use with students who might find elements of the simulation disturbing
• Fundamental Rights worksheet
• Fundamental Rights worksheet answer key
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10th - 12th
World War 2 Simulation, Battle of Iwo Jima Activity
World War 2 simulation activity: Battle of Iwo JimaHistory can be difficult for students to understand and experience. Simulations help students put themselves in the past, learning about history in an authentically engaging way. Students love simulations because they don't know what the final outcome will be. It's an exciting learning experience!This FREE minimal prep simulation puts students in the role of a soldier who fought in the Battle of Iwo Jima during World War 2. This resource is alig
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6th - 10th
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Constitution: The First Amendment Mock Trial
This bundle includes:
-An activator with multiple scenarios related to the First Amendment.
-A short open response that asks students to make connections. between real court cases (not included) and the fictitious scenario included.
-Mock trial witness testimonies as well as worksheets for the roles within the mock trial.
The First Amendment Mock Trial is intended to be a lesson that lasts several days if you include preparation/rehearsal time as well as the mock trial itself.
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7th - 12th
Presidential Decision Making- George Washington and the Whiskey Rebellion
This worksheet was created to get students to think about the awesome responsibilities of the president when it comes to making serous decisions. Students read to gain some background information. Using that information they make a decision as if they were president. They will compare their decision to that of the actual decision. Finally, they make a connection to the world today.
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7th - 12th
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Electoral College Simulation
This simulation and foldable graphic organizer will give sociology, U.S. history, or civics students a basic understanding of how the Electoral College in the U.S. works.
Students will believe they are about to play a review game, but instead they will end up voting “Electoral College-Style” on a winner.
You Get:
Voting Group Selection Cards
Voting Ballots
Foldable Graphic Organizer Reflection
In order to perform the simulation, you will need:
A Class Roster—for simplification, divide your
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Lewis and Clark Expedition Journal Outline
Student journal to document his or her discoveries as Lewis and Clark did on their journey west. Copy multiple for each student to allow them to explore more than one thing.
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3rd - 6th
Great Depression Simulation
Give your students a hands on experience with the Great Depression and it's impact on different social classes. With directions, "money", a monthly budget/think sheet, and so much more, your students will have a chance to reflect on the impact of the Great Depression. Prep time is worth the experience of watching students learn.
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5th
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Louisiana Purchase: Meet N' Greet
In this Meet n’ Greet, students will talk with a variety of foreign leaders and various Americans to uncover how Jefferson came to purchase the Louisiana Territory. After speaking to these people, students will answer the following questions: Did France and Spain make a treaty?Why is New Orleans so important to the Americans?Can the U.S. buy New Orleans?Can the U.S. get MORE land as well?
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6th - 12th
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Banking and the Great Depression: a Collaborative U.S. History Simulation
This simulation is a ready-to-go simulation in which students run a bank to understand how leveraging works and how disastrous a run on the banks can be. It is geared for a unit on the Great Depression, but could be modified for any economics course. It does a fantastic job of helping students understand a complex economic process.
This simulation is incredibly interactive and asks students to take responsibility for their own banks. This sort of collaboration and critical thinking is what t
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11th - 12th
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Progressive Era Research Project: Modern Day Muckraker!
In this mini-project, students take on the role of a modern day muckraker, exposing a current issue in today's society, by creating an informational flyer. This project connects current events to historical content, as students learn the important role of muckraker's in bringing about change, both during the Progressive Era...and today! In this document, I have included an instruction sheet for students outlining my expectations for the assignment, a research worksheet that guides students in th
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8th - 11th
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Seven Grade Social Studies Task - Women's Suffrage Movement
This is a social studies task I created that utilizes four separate resources and expects students to not only draw on their knowledge of the women's rights movement, but to also use these resources to answer questions tailored to this information. These resources include a political cartoon, a map of the United States with respective years allowing women rights, a quote by Susan B. Anthony, and a short excerpt explaining this time in history.
This task also requires students to write responsi
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7th - 12th
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Constitutional Convention Simulation - Honors
This is a full in-class simulation where students take on the role of a delegate at the Constitutional Convention in 1789 to create their own version of the US Constitution. I have used this version with honors level students, but it could be further scaffolded. I use 2.5 90 minute blocks, with homework to finish their delegate resume, and the reflection.Download includes: Teacher guide, student handouts, resume template, rubric, sample resume of Washington, specific delegate guide, assignment
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10th - 12th
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Will Rogers Choose his destiny slide deck
The best method is to project to your class and have them vote on what Will Rogers should do. That way you insure the students read the material and are not stuck in front of a device for another hour of their school day. You could push this out to your students individually but please don't. Let's start getting students of devices.
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3rd - 10th
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FREE 2024 Electoral College Simulation Activity for Middle School
Help students internalize the 'winner take all' system in the Electoral College. Students choose states, debate classroom-based issues, vote for candidates, and keep track of popular and electoral votes. Teacher-led small group activity. Download the Free PowerPoint Presentation that accompanies this checks and balances simulation at my store.
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6th - 8th
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