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High school social studies bibliography pdfs
MLA Works Cited Poster (9th Edition)
Blow up these posters and keep them on your classroom walls to remind your students about proper MLA use! These three posters will come in handy for a quick reference and they will make your classroom look beautiful. Key visuals are an important part of making your classroom a comfortable and fun learning environment.The posters include the following information (according to MLA 9th edition):Works Cited citation format for a number of different source typesWorks Cited page formatEssay formatThi
Grades:
8th - 12th
Also included in: The Ultimate English Classroom Poster Bundle - 75+ posters!
Fakebook / Facebook template
This is a PDF template document that 'very closely' resembles the website Facebook. This 3-page document includes a Homepage, Photo page, and Info page much like those on Facebook. Because so many students use Facebook, this activity is HIGHLY MOTIVATING and meets the needs of a diverse student population. This template is visual, reduces writing, can be used to require high and low-level thinking, relates to students, is great for informal assessment, and can be used across the curriculum.
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5th - 12th
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African American Black History & Present Athletes All Sports | 36 Posters
This Black History resource is dedicated to the athletes that have represented the black/ African American community in the past and present through many eras. This resource includes some of the many inspirational leaders in the African American community. It is perfect for black history discussions, bulletin boards and assigning writing activities.36 African/ Black history athlete posters that include: *All major sports represented including basketball, football, soccer, baseball, lacrosse, UFC
Grades:
4th - 12th
Marco Polo: A Reader's Theater Script(Explorer)
Use this informative Reader's Theater Script to learn about Marco Polo. Marco Polo helped to start the Age of Discovery with his book on his adventures to China. The fun/informative play uses the format of Marco Polo being a guest on a talk show and the studio audience asks questions about his life. Great for a Friday biography, for a unit of study on the Age of Discovery or a unit of study on China.Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee's Talk Show SeriesYou may also find the following resources of inte
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5th - 9th
Also included in: Age of Discovery:A BUNDLE of Resources!
William Shakespeare: A Reader's Theater Script
Considered to be the greatest writer of the English language, learn about William Shakespeare with this fun/informative play. Shakespeare introduced about 3000 words to the English language . It is said that next to the Bible, his works are the most quoted! Great for Language Arts, study on the Renaissance or on a Friday or day before a holiday when you'd like to introduce your students to famous people with a biography activity.The fun/informative play uses the format of Shakespeare being a gu
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6th - 9th
Also included in: FAMOUS WRITERS: A Bundle of Resources!
Dice Drawing: Roll-an-Artist, end of the year, sub plans
Use the interactive Roll-an-Artist worksheets to help your students to learn about artists and their style! Simply print the desired page/s and hand one to each student. Students will roll a die and draw the corresponding item onto a blank sheet of paper. These drawings are a great activity for students to brainstorm ideas for a future project OR perfect for early finishers, OR end of the year, OR sub plans, etc.Included in the packet: -Title page - Table of Contents - Student Objective - Rule
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4th - 12th
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Michelangelo: A Reader's Theater Script(Renaissance)
Learn about Michelangelo, one of the world's greatest sculptor and painter, with this reader's theater script! Included are 7 questioners, comprehension questions, a Did You Know? section, a teachers page with extension activities, links and the key. Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee's Talk Show Series.Studying the Renaissance, perhaps these resources would also be of interest.1. Renaissance, A Webquest2.Renaissance, A Secret Message Review ActivityReview activity on the Renaissance3. Studying the Ren
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5th - 9th
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Vikings! Leif Erikkson and Eric the Red(Reader's Theater Script)
Leif Eriksson Day is October 9th. * There are different spellings for his name.Studying the Vikings? Looking for a Reader's Theater Script in Social Studies? Check out this script on the Vikings and Leif Ericsson and his father, Erik the Red.Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee Talk Show Series of plays, Leif Ericsson and his father, Eric the Red are guests on Ms. Bie Ografee's Talk Show. They share information about their lives and the Vikings. There is a Did You Know? section of fun facts, reading compr
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5th - 9th
Also included in: Medieval Times: A Bundle of Resources
Presidents: A Presidential Webquest
President Andrew Johnson had a pet white mouse. President William McKinley had a pet parrot who was trained to whistle, "Yankee Doodle". President James Garfield was the first president to be left- handed AND could write with both hands(and different languages at the same time-Greek and Latin). George H W Bush liked eating pork rinds as a snack. President George Washington was a spelunker, a person that likes searching in caves. John F. Kennedy said, “And so, my fellow Americans, ask not what yo
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4th - 9th
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Also included in: Civics! Learn About Our Government: A Bundle of Resources!
José Martí Spanish Biografía Poema "Cultivo una Rosa" Distance Learning
Today I bring you a topic recommended by the CCSS to deal with in Spanish classes in our schools. This is the same material that I used in class with my students and I saw them very excited !!! The material consists of: -2 READINGS (the biography and one of the most famous poems of the renowned José Martí). -5 READING COMPREHENSION ACTIVITIES. -2 ORALITY ACTIVITIES. -2 WRITING ACTIVITIES. 2 READINGS + 9 ACTIVITIES IN TOTAL !!! This material is ideal for developing the language in all aspects,
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Leonardo da Vinci: A Reader's Theater Script (Renaissance)
Studying the Renaissance? Studying famous artists in history?Need a biographical play to use with your students? Try my Reader's Theater Script on Leonardo da Vinci. Includes comprehension questions and extension activities. Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee's Talk Show Series. Other Reader's Theater Scripts in the series include:Harriet Tubman, Rosa Parks, Sacagawea, Sequoia, Michelangelo, DaVinci, Bessie Coleman,Tuskegee Airmen, Susan B. Anthony. More to be added…Thanks for your purchase of this reso
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5th - 9th
Revolutionary War: Spies- A Visit with Female Agent 355(Culper Spy Ring)Script
American Revolution/ Revolutionary War: Studying the 13 Colonies/Colonial Times? This resource would work great for such a unit of study. Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee's Reader's Theater Scripts, I really had fun developing this play about the Culper Spy Ring and specifically, Agent 355, one of the female member of the organization!During the Revolutionary War, the Culper Spy Ring was organized to work to defeat the British. Agent 355 and other members of the spy organization were very important i
Grades:
5th - 9th
Also included in: Revolutionary War and the Birth of Our Nation: A Bundle of Resources!
World War 2: Female Pilots(Members of the WASP): A Reader's Theater Script
During WW2, it was very unusual for a woman to be a pilot. When there was a shortage of male pilots due to their being needed in combat, an experimental project was begun where female pilots would be used by the military(although they weren't part of the military) to assist with ferrying aircrafts from the manufacturers to military bases. Female pilots, WomenAir Force Service Pilots,(WASP) also would test repaired planes to see if they were SAFE for male pilots to fly. They also were asked to he
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5th - 9th
Also included in: WOMEN'S HISTORY: A BUNDLE of 10 READER'S THEATER SCRIPTS
Tuskegee Airmen: A Reader's Theater Script(A Visit with...)
Learn about the Tuskegee Airmen with this play. The format is a Ms. Bie Ografee's Talk Show Series where the studio audience asks questions of Charles A. Anderson, one of the Tuskegee Airman. Audience members ask questions of the guest.Included are Did You Know? facts, comprehension questions, a teacher page with extension activities, links and the key.Other resource you may find of interest:1. Use this informative Reader's Theater Script to learn about Rosa Parks.Rosa, called the "Mother of th
Grades:
5th - 9th
Also included in: African American Trailblazers(Bundle of SIX Famous African American)
Important Person History Interview
This product is an outline for a project on interviewing an important person. Questions guide students in learning about the history of someone important to him or her, such as a family member, friend, or neighbor. In this manner, students can explore similarities and differences between life today and life years ago. There is also room for students to ask their own questions and learn important life lessons during their interview. I have included an optional project outline, two student/par
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3rd - 12th
Black History Living Wax Museum Project
Last year, I conducted my very first Living Wax Museum. It was my proudest teaching moment. This resource will help you organize your Living Wax Museum. Below is what is included:Black History Project TimelineBlack History Wax Museum Student TrackerResearch NotesTimelineMonologue (w/ Sample)Student Speaker EvaluationsTrifold ChecklistParent LetterSign-In SheetStudent Recording Sheet (For other grade levels)Set-Up Tips
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3rd - 12th
Influential First Nations People - Posters (Australian)
14 x Posters of Influential First Nations Australians. This set of posters is a growing bundle including features of:Charles PerkinsOodgeroo NoonuccalAdam GoodesEddie Koiki MaboJohnathon ThurstonBronwyn BancroftCathy FreemanArchie RoachLinda BurneyGladys ElphickVincent LingiariJoyce ClagueNeville BonnerAlbert NamatjiraPlease do not redistribute these posters.
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4th - 12th, Staff
Also included in: Ultimate Murri Teacher Bundle
American Women Quarters Program Research Unit Study
This resource includes a list of fifteen pioneering American Women, who are all being recognized as part of a four-year program, called "The American Quarters Program". Included is a list of trusted and kid approved websites for your student to do a research paper on each individual, answering questions such as: what makes them important enough to be on a custom quarter, and why was their quarter designed the way it was. Each individual comes with a picture, a quote, and two custom lined papers
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Black History Month Bell Ringers - 28 Daily Google Slides Presentation
This presentation is the perfect way to celebrate and honor Black history throughout the month of February. With its easy-to-use format and visually striking design, this presentation is sure to make a lasting impact on your students and help them gain a deeper understanding of the contributions and struggles of Black Americans throughout history. Each slide features a different hero with a brief biography as well as one of his/her famous quotes, so you can use it as a daily bell ringer, warm-up
Grades:
4th - 12th
Also included in: Middle School Bell Ringers ELA, A Cultural Diversity Presentation
Hispanic leaders:Research templates for ALL SPANISH LEVELS & flags (4 resources)
This resource has 3 resources in 2 SPANISH and 1 in ENGLISH. They are NOT editable.Every year Hispanic/LatinX Heritage Month is observed from September 15th to October 15th. This resource includes 35 Hispanics/Latinx who have made noteworthy contributions to history in the world. This resource is ideal for creating a Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month Bulletin Board Display.INCLUDED:1. SPANISH 1/2 (ENGLISH)2. SPANISH 1/2 (SPANISH)3. SPAISH 3/4/AP (SPANISH)58 important hispanics/latinx (120 pages) (S
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4th - 12th, Adult Education, Staff
Andrew Jackson: Hero or Villain?
This activity will allow students to determine if Andrew Jackson was a common man/hero or a villain that should be removed from the $20 bill. After students learn about Jackson's presidency in class, they will read the attached article from CNN.com, watch a video link from History.com (apx. 4 minutes) about Jackson's presidency, then finally decide if Jackson is a hero or villain.
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6th - 9th
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George Washington Exploration Hyperlinked PDF
This hyperlinked PDF is designed to be used on a computer or tablet—perfect for iPads or Chromebooks! More than 30 links to outside websites are embedded in this PDF, so your students are just click away from primary source documents, additional research, videos, and more. Ideal for Washington’s birthday. This is a great general overview and a perfect jumping off point for in-depth discussions or research.This works for many age levels. I’ve used this with my 3rd-5th grade students and my husban
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5th - 12th
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Writing A Research Paper- A Sample Paper
This is a research paper about writing a research paper. The paper is written in American Psychological Association (APA) style. It gives the reader the basic instructions needed to choose a topic, conduct research, and write a research paper. Although written in APA format, the instructions are beneficial and relevant regardless whether the student is writing in MLA or another writing formatting style.
Sample Paper: Writing a Research Paper by B. Gayle Jackson is licensed under a Creative Commo
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
Hispanic Heritage Month People and Collaborative project
Dive into the vibrant world of Hispanic Heritage Month with our Color by Code activity, Collaborative artwork! Celebrate the Hispanic and Latino communities' rich culture, traditions, and history with our National Hispanic Heritage Month Collaborative Project, also ideal for decoration. It includes bubbles for the students to research and work on a mini-biography of each Hispanic/Latino in the picture.Hispanic Heritage Month Group Project Kit features a diverse selection of iconic Hispanic figur
Grades:
2nd - 10th
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Importance of learning social studies
Social studies offers valuable insights into history, geography, and much more. Social studies captivates students by providing them with perspectives from the past, present, and future, allowing them to understand history and navigate current events. It enables them to appreciate how previous generations have shaped their present reality. In essence, social studies opens their eyes to the vastness of life beyond their immediate surroundings.
Benefits of learning social studies
Learning social studies offers many benefits to students in terms of helping them develop a holistic understanding of the world. Namely, it helps them:
- Learn about the achievements, challenges, perspectives, traditions, and customs of different societies
- Evaluate information, analyze evidence, and make informed judgments about complex social, economic, and political issues
- Become active, responsible, and engaged citizens
- Comprehend global issues such as human rights, environmental sustainability, and economic disparities
By teaching social studies, teachers can help students develop critical thinking skills, foster civic engagement, and promote social awareness and responsibility.
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