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Free Common Core RH.9-10.8 resources
COLD WAR Berlin Blockade SOAPStone Source Analysis - Print &Digital - FREE
This FREE 2-page, common-core-aligned activity will help students to understand the Berlin Blockade. Diverse types of sources are included for your students to analyze. The SOAPStone strategy is used. Print and digital versions areincluded. Note: SOAPSTone is a primary source analysis strategy (find the Speaker, Occasion, Audience, Purpose, Subject, Tone) and a list of questions related to each source. California State Standard10.9 Students analyze the international developments in the post–Wo
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: COLD WAR Unit BUNDLE World History Grades 8-12 Print & Digital SAVE $
Ancient China DBQ Reading Activity Google World History DBQ Reading
Ancient China DBQ Reading Activity, Google, History DBQ, Close Reading | World History Textbook Replacement | World History No Prep Activities | All Ancient China1. The Middle Kingdom: Ancient China2. Ancient Chinese Myths3. Timeline of Ancient ChinaAre you looking for ways to engage students in reading content? Are you looking for resources to practice using document based questions? These World History DBQs and Close Reading Activities are in both Print & Google versions for Google Classro
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6th - 11th
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Also included in: Early Man & River Valley Civilizations World History BUNDLE
Primary Document Worksheet: George Washington, Farewell Address (1797)
This document is an excerpted reading from George Washington's Farewell Address. It is able to be edited and includes:-Contextualization Introduction-Chunked Excerpts-Vocabulary Development Assistance-Scaffolding Questions-Answer KeyGreat for in-class primary document analysis and to supplement class time as a homework assignment!
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: American History Primary Document Bundle
Gettysburg Address Reading Analysis
This worksheet is a great supplemental resource for your Civil War Unit. This resource provides a reading of the Gettysburg Address, as well as comprehension questions relating to the speech, sectionalism, and the Civil War.This primary source follows the reading strategy of SOAPstone. If you are unfamiliar with SOAPstone, please download my free resource on this reading strategy. SOAPstone PresentationIt is an extremely easy strategy to use when breaking down any reading material. This speech
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7th - 12th
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Free Argument (Rhetorical) Analysis Voting Rights Speech and Graphic Organizer
Use this free rhetorical analysis graphic organizer to help students read and analyze the argument presented in Lyndon B. Johnson’s speech, “Voting Rights Act of 1965" (also called "We Shall Overcome"). The web guides students through analysis of rhetorical features including diction, rhetorical appeals (ethos, logos, pathos), structure, author’s craft and purpose, tone, and central ideas. This scaffolded approach to argument analysis provides an alternative to the widely-used SOAPStone strateg
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8th - 11th
Also included in: American Literature Curriculum - Thematic Pacing Guide - Lesson Bundle
The Cold War: Practice Test 01
A 10-question (multiple choice and true or false) Cold War quiz for high school social studies and high school history.The Cold War Practice Test 01 Covers: What is the Cold War?The wartime conferences of the allied powers during World War II The term sphere of influenceThe term superpowerThe term totalitarian dictatorshipThe map of Europe immediately following World War IIThis cold war activity includes the following:One 10 question test black-line master pdf consisting of multiple choice and
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
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Also included in: The Cold War Practice Tests: Basic Bundle 1 (six quizzes)
Brown v Board of Education | Passage + Evaluate Legal Reasoning & Principle Task
A seminal U.S. Document to analyze for meaningful ELA Test Prep! A FREE one-page excerpt from a milestone Supreme Court decision regarding the concept of a "separate but equal" education, which used to be the norm: "Excerpts of the Supreme Court delivered by Chief Justice Earl Warren - From Brown v. Board of Education."THIS AMAZING RESOURCE gets students delving into and summarizing parts of a seminal U.S. document to evaluate legal reasoning and the application of constitutional principles. THA
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6th - 12th
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Historical Thinking DBQ Reading Activity Google History DBQ Close Reading
Historical Thinking DBQ Reading Activity, Google, History DBQ, Close Reading | History Textbook Replacement | History No Prep Activities | All Original Readings 1. How to Read a Timeline2. Primary & Secondary Sources3. Historical Push and Pull Factors4. Historical Thinking Skills5. How to Analyze a Political Cartoon6. How to Analyze a Primary SourceAre you looking for ways to engage students in reading content? Are you looking for resources to practice using document based questions? These
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6th - 11th
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American Revolution: Boston Massacre (PowerPoint, Teacher Notes, Worksheet)
This American Revolution lesson focuses on the Boston Massacre, its history and mythology. Students will learn how an African-American participant was written out of the story and how the Massacre has been remembered visually. The lesson includes:PowerPoint SlidesStudent Worksheet with Primary SourcesTeacher Notes/Lecture Text/Discussion QuestionsThis lesson is designed for one class period or less.US History course material is primary source-driven. Students will work on their critical thinking
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Code of Hammurabi Socratic Seminar
In this lesson, students will analyze excerpts from the Code of Hammurabi, make connections to modern laws, and compare poets opinions of the role of law in order to conduct a Socratic Seminar, focusing on the question: Are laws intended for the minority or majority, and if so, how do they impact our society? For better or worse?This lesson includes:1. A PowerPoint Presentation to utilize throughout the lesson2. Excerpts from the Code of Hammurabi & Graphic Organizer3. 3 Poems 4. Turn &
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6th - 12th
China: The Mongol & Ming Dynasties
The Mongol Empire, which began as a collection of nomadic Central Asian tribes, soon grew to be the largest contiguous land empire in history. Included among the Mongols’ conquered territories was China, which was then ruled by the declining Song Dynasty.This two-part worksheet provides an overview of Mongol & Ming rule, from Kublai Khan's 1279 defeat of the Song Dynasty's armies, to the seven "Ming Voyages" of Zheng He. Part I contains ten matching questions that center on important names,
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Is social media bad for our mental health? - Civil Discourse for Classrooms
Thinkalong.org is a free, evidence-based interactive tool for students to develop media literacy skills by applying the 5 Key Questions of Media Literacy to public media content. Importantly, the tool does not require registration for teachers or students, abides by student privacy laws, and is advised by a board of both youth and educators.Each module consists of:a compelling and timely question;related current and age-appropriate public media content including audio, video, and text;extension
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6th - 12th
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Break Up Letter Declaration of Independence Lesson Plan and Materials
Are you ready to ignite a passion for history and critical thinking in your classroom? Introducing a groundbreaking lesson plan that will captivate your students and deepen their understanding of American history: "Declaring Independence: Unraveling the Mystery Behind the Declaration of Independence."This meticulously crafted lesson plan is designed to engage students in exploring the motivations behind declaring independence through a dynamic combination of activities, discussions, and primary
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
The Scientific Revolution - Fill in the Blanks Worksheet
The Scientific Revolution marked humanity's change from a Bible-based view of the universe to one grounded in observation and hypothesis. But how did this change come about? How does the Scientific Revolution continue to impact our world? Featuring such luminaries as Galileo, Nicholas Copernicus and René Descartes, this nine-question Fill-in-the-Blanks worksheet focuses on the ideas and innovations of the Scientific Revolution. Using their textbook and/or the Internet, students will follow the
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7th - 10th
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Ethnic Studies PREVIEW - Intro and the 4 I's of Oppression
PREVIEW of Comprehensive Ethnic Studies Unit - Complete with Course Materials and Engaging Tools, Rubrics, Answer Keys and a full textbook.Discover an immersive and transformative learning experience with our introductory product on Teachers Pay Teachers! Delve into the fascinating realm of Ethnic Studies and U.S. history through the lens of the 4 I's of Oppression and the 4 Tenets of Ethnic Studies. These first three thought-provoking lessons offer enriching reading texts, captivating slides, a
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7th - 12th
Regiments of the Civil War | FREE LESSON PLAN! | Google Apps!
The Regiments of the Civil War Lesson Plan is FREE!!! We hope you enjoy this free resource to get a better idea of the quality of products we offer at Lesson Plan Guru. ************************************************************************************************************************************************If you enjoy this lesson plan, check out the SUPER BUNDLE that it's a part of! CLICK HERE: 5th-8th Grade SUPER BUNDLE Get our absolute BEST VALUE and over SIX MONTHS of resources From Col
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5th - 8th
People & Resources DBQ Reading Activity Google DBQ Close Reading
People & Resources Geography DBQ Reading Activity, Google, History DBQ, Close Reading | History Textbook Replacement | History No Prep Activities | All Original Readings People and CultureHistory vs. Pre-HistoryCultural HearthsTypes of GovernmentEconomic SystemsStandards of LivingAre you looking for ways to engage students in reading content? Are you looking for resources to practice using document based questions? These Geography DBQs and Close Reading Activities are in both Print & Go
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6th - 11th
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The Water Cycle Science Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions Google
The Water Cycle Science Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions, Google, Science DBQ, Close Reading | NGSS ScienceTextbook Replacement | Science No Prep Activities | All Original Readings | Science Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions Are you looking for ways to engage students in reading content? Are you looking for resources to practice using document based questions? These Science DBQs and Close Reading Activities are in both Print & Google versions for Google Classroom. Ea
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6th - 11th
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MS-ESS2-4
Primary Source Annotation Guide
Ditch the textbooks and teach your students how to learn by analyzing primary sources! This FREE resources pairs well with all world history primary sources. For secondary sources, download the FREE Secondary Sources Annotation Guide
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7th - 12th
A Constitutional Kidnapping - Federalist-Antifederalist Breakout Game
Students walk in and it’s clearly not a normal day in Government class. They see a mysterious locked box on a desk. Their teacher informs them that they’re in Virginia in the summer of 1788, and delegates are about to decide whether to ratify the newly proposed constitution. Shockingly, James Madison is nowhere to be found! The students find a letter. My Dear Sir,I write in great haste. Mr. Henry has gone mad and I fear for my safety! He wants VA to reject the constitution at all costs. I
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9th - 12th
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Rise of Taliban Assignment - Create A Math Equation
This assignment can be down individually or in groups using a video from Vox about the Rise of the Taliban. It goes well with studying the War in Afghanistan. Link to the Vox Video: The Taliban Explained by Vox
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9th - 12th
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Rhetorical Analysis Activity - John McCain Farewell Letter
Make real-world connections with this argument analysis activity using the Farewell Letter from John McCain. The rhetorical analysis graphic organizer guides students through analysis of rhetorical features including diction (word choice), rhetorical appeals (ethos, logos, pathos), structure, author’s craft and purpose, tone, and central ideas (themes). This scaffolded approach to argument analysis provides an alternative to the widely-used SOAPStone strategy. This activity meets standards for t
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9th - 12th
Also included in: American Literature Curriculum - Thematic Pacing Guide - Lesson Bundle
True, False, Fix: The Early Cold War
Introducing True, False, Fix: The Early Cold War (1945-1962) – an engaging digital resource revolutionizing how students interact with U.S. History! Dive into the pivotal era of U.S. History with this dynamic educational tool helping students examine the cause, course, and consequences of the Early Cold War on U.S. foreign and domestic policies. Students are challenged to discern historical statements as true or false, and if false, they rewrite them to reflect accuracy.Covering essential topics
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9th - 12th
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How to write a DBQ | Lesson | Slides | Rubric | AP | General Education
In this lesson students will learn how to write a DBQ. This lesson can be adapted for DBQ writing in general education classrooms and for AP history. This lesson can be used all at once or mixed in throughout the year to teach claims, evidence, context and analysis. Need a DBQ assignment for this week? Check here!What's Included?14 page PDF slideshowLesson Outline:Project Slide “Two parts of a DBQ”:Explain to students that there are two parts to a DBQ: the first part is the claim also known as t
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8th - 12th
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