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Other (ELA) Common Core RH.6-8.2 resources
Historical Figures Social Media Biography Project! (Google 1:1 Compatible)
Looking to do a biography project, but worried its a bit to outdated? Peak their interest in biographical by having them create biographies of their historical figure through the lens of Social Media!Included are PDF & Google Slides templates for: 1. BookFace (fill our basic information here) 2. Instapicture (capture significant events) 3. Tweet-o (Tweet their perspective) 4. Snapghost (capture a defining life event) 5. Tumblin’ (Write a blog post form their characters perspective based on a
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5th - 12th
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This Day in US History Bellringer| Months of the School Year BUNDLE
The Daily American History Bell Ringer Activity and Décor provides U.S. history readings and questions that correspond to the months of the school year. As warm-ups and interactive journal snippets, the “this day in American history” readings allow students to engage with the most interesting parts of American history before class even begins.Each day includes a new historical event with a brief passage, one multiple-choice question, and one journaling question. The multiple-choice questions pro
Grades:
8th - 11th
Religion of Ancient Mesopotamia Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
Students will explore the importance of religion in ancient Mesopotamia through interactive Pear Deck slides. This lesson incorporates the ELA skill of RACE, breaking down the skill to help students evaluate why the Mesopotamians/Sumerians used gods based on nature. Students will also practice essential skills such as finding and citing text evidence, composing a written response, and reading comprehension. This is a versatile lesson suitable for standardized test prep, sub plans, practicing DBQ
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Mesopotamia BUNDLE Pear Decks, Mini DBQs, and more!
CHANGE MAKERS: A Black History Biography Inquiry and Research Project Unit
Looking to build information literacy skills in your middle schoolers? This engaging 36 page/slide Black History Inquiry biography research unit will allow students to gain practice in several library and research skills:using a six step inquiry-based research processPulling information from nonfiction textGathering informationAnswering inquiry based questionsFormulating their own questionsNavigating the features of an online encyclopediaSummarizing and paraphrasing informationCiting sourcesDigi
Grades:
6th - 8th
Also included in: Middle School Library Research Skills Mega Bundle!
CHANGE MAKERS: Asian American Pacific Islander Biography Inquiry Research Unit
Looking to build information literacy skills in your middle schoolers? This engaging 36 page/slide Asian American & Pacific Islander Inquiry biography research unit will allow students to gain practice in several library and research skills:using a six step inquiry-based research processPulling information from nonfiction textGathering informationAnswering inquiry based questionsFormulating their own questionsNavigating the features of an online encyclopediaSummarizing and paraphrasing infor
Grades:
6th - 8th
Night by Elie Wiesel Reading Guide and Response Prompts Holocaust Packet
This reading guide was created to work students through the reading of Night by Elie Wiesel. Considering the emotional appeal of the book, students are given prompts which allow them to relate to the experiences discussed in the book. Review questions are also included as well as literary analysis prompts.For a more extensive resource on the book, see my Night Reading Journal and Task Card Set.Be sure to see all of my Holocaust Resources:History of the Holocaust Overview PowerPointHolocaust T
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Women's Suffrage: Teaching Bundle * Women's History Month
Women's Suffrage in the United States: 1865-1920 Teaching Bundle Resources:* Primary Source Analysis and DBQ's* Power Point Lesson* Reading Assignment and Worksheet (Guided Reading)Primary Source Analysis and DBQ'sThis 29-page Primary Source Analysis with DBQ's resource with 20 primary sources plus three DBQ prompts gives students a chance to delve deeper into the challenges, obstacles and finally the success of the suffrage movement. The first page includes an Overview, Notes on Primary So
Grades:
8th - 11th
The U.S. Home Front during WWII: DBQ's and Primary Sources *APUSH*
This 23-page resource with 20 primary sources plus three DBQ prompts gives students a chance to delve deeper into the challenges, obstacles and opportunities on the home front during World War II. The first two pages include Lesson Planning strategies, an Overview, notes on Primary Sources,and a list of Primary Sources.Here’s a chance for students to read documents that shed light on how the war gave certain groups of people, like women and African-Americans, greater opportunities than they
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8th - 11th
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Today in US History Sep Bell Ringer w Interactive Journal + Bulletin Board Décor
The Daily American History Bell Ringer activity and décor provides U.S. history readings and questions that correspond to the days of September. As warm-ups and interactive journal snippets, the “this day in American history” readings allow students to engage with the most interesting parts of American history before class even begins. Each day includes a new historical event with a brief passage, one multiple-choice question, and one journaling question. The multiple-choice questions promote li
Grades:
8th - 11th
Also included in: This Day in US History Bellringer| Months of the School Year BUNDLE
Achievements of Ancient Mesopotamia Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
Students will explore the achievements of Mesopotamia and the importance of these achievements to the civilization, using the ELA skill of RACE and primary source analysis. Through interactive Pear Deck slides, students will practice essential skills such as finding and citing text evidence, composing a written response, and reading comprehension skills. They will also analyze an excerpt from the Epic of Gilgamesh. This lesson is ideal for standardized test prep, a sub plan, practicing DBQ skill
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Mesopotamia BUNDLE Pear Decks, Mini DBQs, and more!
Economy of Ancient Mesopotamia Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
In this Pear Deck lesson, students will explore how the economy was a key factor in the prosperity of ancient Mesopotamia while practicing the ELA skill of RACE. Through a video by Instructomania, students will learn about the economy of Mesopotamia and use RACE to evaluate the impact of the economy on the civilization. Students will also practice essential skills such as finding and citing text evidence, composing a written response, and reading comprehension. This lesson is perfect for standar
Grades:
6th - 8th
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Also included in: Mesopotamia BUNDLE Pear Decks, Mini DBQs, and more!
Mesopotamia Social Studies ELA Skills Pear Decks Google Slides BUNDLE
Discover the fascinating world of ancient Mesopotamia through interactive Pear Deck slides! This engaging lesson offers a variety of activities that promote ELA skills like citing and highlighting text evidence, constructing written responses using RACE, sequencing information, and more. Social Studies skills such as mapping and timeline analysis will also be practiced.These versatile Pear Deck slides can be used in various settings, whether it's a whole group instruction, small group collaborat
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6th - 8th
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Social Classes of Ancient Mesopotamia Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
Students will explore the social structure of ancient Mesopotamia, including the roles of women and slaves, through interactive Pear Deck activities. They will analyze text to construct a social pyramid based on the different classes and use RACE to write a response supported by text evidence. This lesson is perfect for developing important ELA skills such as writing and citing text evidence, as well as Social Studies skills such as understanding social hierarchies. This lesson can be used for s
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Mesopotamia BUNDLE Pear Decks, Mini DBQs, and more!
This Day in US History Bell Ringer w Interactive Journal + Bulletin Board Decor
The Daily American History Bell Ringer Activity and Décor provides U.S. history readings and questions that correspond to the days of January. As warm-ups and interactive journal snippets, the “this day in American history” readings allow students to engage with the most interesting parts of American history before class even begins.Each day includes a new historical event with a brief passage, one multiple-choice question, and one journaling question. The multiple-choice questions promote liter
Grades:
8th - 11th
Also included in: This Day in US History Bellringer| Months of the School Year BUNDLE
Today in US History Nov Bell Ringer w Interactive Journal + Bulletin Board Décor
The Daily American History Bell Ringer Activity and Décor provides U.S. history readings and questions that correspond to the days of November. As warm-ups and interactive journal snippets, the “this day in American history” readings allow students to engage with the most interesting parts of American history before class even begins. Each day includes a new historical event with a brief passage, one multiple-choice question, and one journaling question. The multiple-choice questions promote lit
Grades:
8th - 11th
Also included in: This Day in US History Bellringer| Months of the School Year BUNDLE
Cuneiform in Ancient Mesopotamia Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
Take your students on a journey to being a Mesopotamian scribe through the history of cuneiform and writing! With these interactive slides, students will embark on a journey back in time to learn about the origins of cuneiform, its significance in Mesopotamian society, and how it shaped the development of human communication.But what sets this resource apart is its interactivity! Through Pear Deck integration, students will actively participate in the learning process. They'll be able to see rea
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Mesopotamia BUNDLE Pear Decks, Mini DBQs, and more!
Today in US History Oct Bell Ringer w Interactive Journal + Bulletin Board Décor
The Daily American History Bell Ringer activity and décor provides U.S. history readings and questions that correspond to the days of October. As warm-ups and interactive journal snippets, the “this day in American history” readings allow students to engage with the most interesting parts of American history before class even begins. Each day includes a new historical event with a brief passage, one multiple-choice question, and one journaling question. The multiple-choice questions promote lite
Grades:
8th - 11th
Also included in: This Day in US History Bellringer| Months of the School Year BUNDLE
Government of Ancient Mesopotamia Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
Students will explore the role of government and empires in the prosperity of Mesopotamia through interactive Pear Deck slides, while also practicing the ELA skill of RACE. They will watch a video summarizing the empires of Mesopotamia, then use text evidence to evaluate the fairness of Hammurabi’s Code. This lesson also includes essential skills such as citing text evidence, composing a written response, and building reading comprehension.This is a great resource for standardized test prep, sub
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Mesopotamia BUNDLE Pear Decks, Mini DBQs, and more!
Daily Lives of the Ancient Romans Pear Deck Google Slides
In this lesson, students will delve into the daily lives of the Romans and evaluate their culture and practices. The Pear Deck slides feature an interactive highlighting activity where students will compare and contrast their daily lives with the Romans. The lesson covers key concepts such as the Forum, entertainment, and breakfast as a staple meal in Rome.This engaging lesson includes mixed-level questions to guide instruction and help students develop important ELA skills such as finding and c
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6th - 8th
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This Day in US History Bell Ringer w Interactive Journal + Bulletin Board Decor
The Daily American History Bell Ringer Activity and Décor provides U.S. history readings and questions that correspond to the days of March. As warm-ups and interactive journal snippets, the “this day in American history” readings allow students to engage with the most interesting parts of American history before class even begins.Each day includes a new historical event with a brief passage, one multiple-choice question, and one journaling question. The multiple-choice questions promote literac
Grades:
8th - 11th
Also included in: This Day in US History Bellringer| Months of the School Year BUNDLE
History in Pictures
This worksheet is a comic strip template for students to use to describe a historical narrative (or any narrative) in picture form. There are also quote bubbles at the end for students to use to write details of the characters in the story, or whatever you wish for them to add to this assignment.
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Not Grade Specific
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Black History Month Lesson
This no-prep lesson is fantastic way to teach your students about the origins of Black History Month! This is a Power Point lesson outlining major events throughout African American history. The timeline covers the original slaves brought to the colonies in 1619, through the Underground Railroad and Civil War, Reconstruction, The Harlem Renaissance, World War I and II, The Civil Rights Era, and more. Important figures throughout history include Harriet Tubman, Frederick Douglass, Nat Turner, Rub
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Black History Month Bundle
Human Rights Unit
This unit walks students through exploring the essential question: What are Human Rights? using the Universal Declaration of Human Rights as a guiding resource.There are six detailed, 60-minute lessons, including required resources, such as graphic organizers and media links. This unit also includes a summative assessment.Terms of UseThis resource was created by Amanda Pierce, all rights reserved. It may be used by the original purchaser for single class use only. Teachers may distribute this
Grades:
8th - 10th
Pharaohs vs. Presidents (Egypt Activity)
Students will complete a Google Doc where they will compare "A Day in the Life of the Pharaoh" to a "Day in the Life of a U.S. President". This activity practices reading comprehension, as well as teaches students about the differences and similarities between leaders from ancient Egypt and leaders from the United States.Linked within the Google Doc is a reading comprehension for both pharaohs and presidents, along with a "read-aloud" version (video) for students who may need text to speech.Stud
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5th - 7th
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