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4th grade Common Core RH.9-10.3 resources
Civil War Letter Worksheet: Battles and Soldiers Reading Analysis Activity
This Civil War Primary Source Letter Worksheet features an amazing, moving letter from Union officer Sullivan Ballou was written a week before he died at the Battle of Bull Run. It was famously featured in Ken Burns' documentary on the Civil War as an eloquent and touching ode to American values and the bonds of family.After reading a slightly shortened version of the letter, students complete a set of analysis questions for which an answer key is included. Finally, students compose their own le
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4th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Civil War Battles and Events 1-Day Lesson Plan Bundle
Hieroglyphics in Ancient Egypt: Reading & Comprehension Passages + Activity
This lesson introduces students to Hieroglyphics in ancient Egypt. The lesson includes a background reading on hieroglyphics, a fictional article written from the point of view of a scribe, a complete Egyptian/hieroglyph alphabet and a chance for students to create their own alphabet by matching sounds/letters with representative pictures.Updated December 2023 to include a PDF version!Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE mon
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3rd - 10th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
HISTORY MYSTERY The Tollund Man Murder Mystery - Primary evidence detectives!
Get your students thinking and working like historians with this lesson!I have used this lesson for several years as part of a project on developing history skills in my pupils. Students have to infer and reach a reasoned judgement based on the evidence at hand. This includes primary sources in the form of artefacts and secondary reports.The class works in pairs to decide why and how the man found in the peat bog in Denmark died. They assess the evidence to decide whether it was:- Murder- Suicid
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4th - 9th
Also included in:Â HISTORY MYSTERIES BUNDLE!
Cuneiform Bundle: Activities on the Invention of Writing in Mesopotamia
Note: This is the Print/PDF version. We also have a Google Apps/Distance Learning version available by clicking here.This 23-page product is a set of activities for your students to learn about the invention of writing in ancient Mesopotamia. All websites for the online activities and video are provided. Your students will love learning using the internet and watching the cartoon video!This lesson is aligned with standards for history/social sciences at the state and national levels.Included:
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4th - 10th
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Giant Jenga - Stock Market Crash of 1929 simulation review game
This product was designed to help you engage students in a simulation of the 1929 Stock Market Crash - covering vocabulary, causes, effects, and culture of the time period. This simulation is highly engaging and interactive. Be prepared for FUN!Please note: This does not cover details of the crash itself - this is a simulation game to be played AFTER covering the content of the crash - leading to introducing the Great Depression to your students.This product includes the following:Editing Instru
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4th - 12th
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Monthly Current Event Assignment
Have your students become world class news reporters and stay current on events with this monthly project!! This is one of my students' favorite assignments and they enjoy presenting their research to the class throughout the year. I tend to get too many request to do current events and have to limit them as progress through the curriculum. This assignment also astonishes parents, because their student becomes mini-experts on the specific topic that they choose. This project is successful becau
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Veterans Day vs Memorial Day: Informational Text Reading Passage & Writing Task
High-Interest highly informative, highly interesting, informational text reading passage and writing connections comparing and contrasting Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Includes high interest historical facts. Plus, learn why Veterans Day does NOT have an apostrophe! Researched thoroughly and full of information that will generate discussion, writing, Venn diagram, etc. This is relevant reading material with engaging writing (such as a compare and contrast informative essay!)! Includes awesome
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4th - 12th, Adult Education
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Complete Essential Facts for VA SOL Civics & Economics
This product includes EVERYTHING students must know for the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Test. Essential Facts are the most EFFECTIVE study tool for students preparing for their standardized testing. I know this from experience and in the past 5 years I have personally improved my schools Civics and Economics test scores by a substantial margin. I used this strategy with the lowest performing group of students in my school and our SOL pass rate improved from 75% to 96%. Last year I had a
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Explorers Internet Reliability Research Activity
Do your students need to learn about Internet Reliability? Do you have problems with students using unreliable Internet sources? Or, are you looking for a fun and engaging lesson on the Explorers that will reinforce the importance of checking your sources on the Internet?This activity asks students to view two websites on 4 explorers from the Age of Exploration. One of the websites provides incorrect information, helping students to realize that not all information on the internet is correct!
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4th - 12th
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Early American U.S. Document Primary Source Analysis BUNDLED SET!
Looking for primary sources to use in your History or Social Studies classroom? Want to introduce or practice the skill of primary source analysis? Teaching Early American History and hoping to practice analysis as you introduce content? This resource can help!This BUNDLED SET of 18 Early American Primary Source Analysis Handouts on the eras of U.S. History from first settlement to Civil War will provide the content and the skills practice you need!Each 1-page handout provides primary source tex
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4th - 12th
Autopsy: Age of Revolutions
The students will be depicting The Age of Revolution through an autopsy project where the students will be drawing a person him/herself or someone from that time period with the themes surrounding the person. For example the causes and effects of Political, Social, Economic, and Cultural issues during the revolutions. Students have autonomy on who they want to draw as long as it adds to the project. This assignment is created to be fun, creative, and most importantly… informative.
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Geography of Earth: Continents & Oceans: Reading Passages + Activities
This is an introductory lesson to geography of the world. Students will learn about the continents and oceans that make up the world, as well as other relevant facts (how many of each are there; what is the biggest ocean and continent; what percentage of the world is water and land, etc.). Also included is a blank world map so students can correctly label the oceans and continents of the world (teacher version is also included).Check out my other continent related products!Geography Unit Bundle:
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4th - 10th
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Autopsy: The New World
Autopsy Project: The New World. his is a week activity where the students will show off a variety of skills like, drawing, research, writing, etc. while working with their peers. This a fantastic activity to have the students take ownership and be super creative.
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1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Autopsy: Totalitarianism State (1919-1939)
In the broadest sense, totalitarianism is characterized by strong central rule that attempts to control and direct all aspects of individual life through coercion and repression. The students will be depicting this through an autopsy project where the students will be drawing a person him/herself or someone from that time period with the themes surrounding the person. For example the causes and effects of Political, Social, Economic, and Cultural issues during the content theme. Students have a
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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US History Unit One - Locke and Hobbes on Governance Guided Reading worksheet
This no-prep activity with lesson plans and printable and digital worksheets and slide deck for middle/high school students to set sail on a voyage through time with this compelling printable unit one guided reading task , spotlighting the The Philosophical Titans: Locke and Hobbes on Governance and Rights and its profound impact on the American colonies and US History. Expertly tailored for both middle school (grades 6-8) and high school (grades 9-12) learners, this no-prep resource paints a vi
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4th - 12th
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Autopsy: Age of Revolutions, Part I
The students will be looking into a specific Age of Revolution and will be researching major themes provided. The students will be depicting this through an autopsy project where the students will be drawing a person him/herself or someone from that time period with the themes surrounding the person. Students have autonomy on who they want to draw as long as it adds to the project. This assignment is created to be fun, creative, and most importantly… informative.
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Autopsy: Age of Revolutions
Autopsy: Age of Revolutions, Part II and Part III
Part II. The Gallery WalkThe students will go around to each New World Empires Autopsy Report, and complete the graphic organizer. It is important that take your time and write quality notes because this will be helpful for Part IV.Part III. RaterEmbedded is a student partner rater as well a reflection on the project itself.
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Autopsy: Age of Revolutions
US History Unit One - Hamilton vs Jefferson Guided Reading Worksheet
This no-prep activity with lesson plans and printable and digital worksheets and slide deck for middle/high school students step into the intellectual arena with this gripping printable unit one guided reading journey that unravels the dynamic theories of John Locke and Thomas Hobbes, two monumental figures whose views on governance and individual rights have shaped centuries of political thought in US History. Tailored for learners, this resource offers a profound exploration into the contrast
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4th - 12th
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US History Unit Two - Growth of Slavery in America Guided Reading Worksheet
This no-prep activity with lesson plans and printable and digital worksheets and slide deck for middle/high school students. Navigate the path of societal contradiction with our meticulously crafted printable Unit Two and guided reading journey on the significant growth of slavery in US History. Beyond just an economic system, the expansion of slavery became the dark underbelly of a nation that professed liberty and equality. As plantations flourished and cotton became king, the chains of bondag
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4th - 12th
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Also included in:Â US History Unit Two - Louisiana Purchase to Gettysburg Guided Reading Bundle
Autopsy: Totalitarianism State, Part 1
The students will be looking into a specific Totalitarianism State before World War II and will be researching major themes provided. The students will be depicting this through an autopsy project where the students will be drawing a person him/herself or someone from that time period with the themes surrounding the person. Students have autonomy on who they want to draw as long as it adds to the project. This assignment is created to be fun, creative, and most importantly… informative.
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Autopsy: Totalitarianism State (1919-1939)
WWII- Who Wants to be Millionaire Review
A World War II PowerPoint review game (World focus). Students could work in small groups, in pairs, or by themselves as a review or even as an assessment. This is for all levels
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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US History, Modern Era (1980-Present) Guided reading worksheet digital, slides
This no-prep activity with lesson plans and printable and digital worksheets and slide deck Spanning from 1980 to the present, this period saw the U.S. grapple with technological revolutions, shifting global dynamics, and evolving domestic landscapes. Ideal for your US History programs, this resource is meticulously crafted to captivate both middle school (grades 6-8) and high school (grades 9-12) students, offering a deep dive into the intricate political, social, and technological changes that
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4th - 12th
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World War II Tests
2x World War II tests, 10 matching and 15 multiple choice questions. Key is attached. Test A and Test B answers are in a different order and can be used to assess students in small groups, pairs, or individually.
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Autopsy: The New World, Part I
The students will be looking into a specific New World Colony and will be researching major themes provided. The students will be depicting this through an autopsy project where the students will be drawing a person him/herself or someone from that time period with the themes surrounding the person. Students have autonomy on who they want to draw as long as it adds to the project. This assignment is created to be fun, creative, and most importantly… informative. The students will be looking int
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Autopsy: The New World
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