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7th grade social studies bibliographies for Microsoft Word
First day of school student survey psychology class
This student survey can be handed out on the first day of class in AP psychology or regular psychology to get to know your students a little better so that you can more accurately meet their needs. You may want to remind the students that the survey information will remain confidential so long as anything written does not require the teacher to say something as a result of Mandated Reporting.
File Includes:
Student survey handout (editable)
Materials Needed: Photocopies of survey
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Grades:
6th - 12th
U.S. President Research Project
Students will select a U.S. President and complete this research packet. They will look up his elections/campaigns, accomplishments, etc...
After the students complete the research, I have them create a visual aid that includes all of their info. This usually comes in the form of a poster or "tri-fold" board. But I do allow students to create a website, Prezi, or any other visual project that depicts all of the info.
Usually a big hit and the students always surprise me with their creativity
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Facebook Page Template for any Content Area
This is a template I created to look exactly like a facebook page. Your students will never have to access facebook to create a realistic looking facebook page. This template is set up in Microsoft Word. Students can use this template to create a facebook page for a historical, fictional, scientific, mathematical character. It could be used virtually in any content area. It should be a really fun way for students to create short research reports on any individual. This assignment will get the at
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
Ghandi and India Reading and Worksheet
Follow the life of Ghandi in this short reading and creative worksheet with questions that research the text.
Grades:
7th - 12th
The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin Summary/Essay/Test/Answers
The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin
This lesson has everything you need to address multiple standards and 2 weeks worth of material! The lesson includes a character list, text summary, analysis, essay questions, multiple choice test, AND ANSWER KEY! all in an editable Microsoft Word Document for your own editing preference. Just print once and make copies at your printer for each section. Enjoy!
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4th - 12th
Hidden Figures Movie - Timeline of Human Computers - Jackson, Johnson & Vaughan
Historical context of Hidden Figures
Using Biography.com students will determine a variety of events based on the lives of Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson and Dorothy Vaughan.
First page - a list of years and events organized by life, includes Executive Order 8802 and the Civil Rights Act
Second page - a list of years divided by life, without the events, for students to research
Third page - a list of years in chronological order for students to research
Differentiation:
Give differ
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5th - 9th
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Black History Week 5-Olympic Athlete & Leaders
This is the last of a 5 week unit about Black History that includes information about the past Winter Olympics in Russia, history of the Olympic rings and colors and honors Jessie Owens. It includes higher order thinking questions and common core standards. Week one was living famous African Americans and had a free download that explains more about creating the five week class chapter book. Week 2 was Inventors, Week 3 was Activists, Week 4 includes President's Day.
The standards attached
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff, Not Grade Specific
The Middle Passage: Narrative from Olaudah Equiano on board slave trade ship
This extract, is from Chapter 2 of the Interesting Narrative, describes some of the young Equiano’s experiences on board a slave ship in the ‘Middle Passage’. The Middle Passage was a part of the Triangular Trade Route. This reading has FIVE short answer questions with an answer key included.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Early Colonies / The Original 13 colonies Bundle
Research Paper Graphic Organizer
Use this Graphic Organizer to guide students with the structure of their research papers. Can be used independently or in conjunction with the How to Complete a Research Paper PowerPoint for sale in my TPT store.
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Black History Month Biography Project
This is my (and my students') FAVORITE project! A great Biography on a specific African American Person who impacted our world! They have the choice between different ways to present their information (whether a poster, power point, mobile, brochure, etc.). This project includes, list of choices for the project, specific easily read and printed out directions, and a RUBRIC!!! All you have to do is hit PRINT and your project is complete!AND wow! It meets SO many ELA standards for multiple grades
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2nd - 8th
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Writing Biographies of Japanese Shogun Year 8 (Tokugawa, Nobunaga, Hideyoshi)
ACARA Australian Curriculum Year 8 History task concerning Shogunate Japan.
Students choose one of the three unifying Warlords of Japan.I.e. Nobunaga, Hideyoshi and Tokugawa. As they established Japan as a Shogunate. Students are tasked with writing a biography on one of theses three people.
They are given a task sheet, a formatting document to follow, a rubric and a hand-written bibliography form.
Pairing this task with a quick workshop on how a student might create a short biography, r
Grades:
7th - 9th
Industrial Revolution: Robber Barons or captains of industry?
Students will consider how some people believe the so called “captains of industry” were also demonized “Robber Barons” who grew incredibly rich at the expense of the massively poor worker class. They will weigh the good with the bad of every individual.
Grades:
7th - 11th
Black History Week 3 -Famous Activists
This is the Third Week of lesson plans for the thematic study of Black History/African American leaders. It includes short biographies and higher order thinking questions as well as suggested book readings. Week one is a free download that goes more in depth on how to use this weeks' plans to continue creating a class chapter book on Famous African Americans. Week one was over living African American contributors, Week two was over inventors and this week 3 lesson plan and activities are about
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Arabic Influence on Language, Numbers, Food, and Culture
Through a variety of readings and activities, students learn about Arabic culture. Packet includes a crossword puzzle with answer key, a numbers game, etiquette, and a Bibliography for further research.
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7th - 11th
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Women in Science Project Presentation and Gallery Walk
Exposing students to discussions of famous scientists tend to lead to the same 15 scientists being discussed every year. Allowing students the space to research specifically female scientists allows students to engage in conversation and research that isn't always mentioned in education. Discussions of inequalities still faced by female scientists today as well as in the past enrich curriculum. A gallery walk at the end allows students to learn of other female scientists, and how their struggles
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6th - 12th
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Roman Mythology Gods & Goddesses Research Pages
This Roman Gods & Goddesses package features 13 pages on each of the Roman Olympians. Use these for any type of research project you would like. Each page contains a picture of the God or Goddess and a detailed write-up of information about them.Having students research mythology on their own is difficult and a lot of the time they will be able to find things that are not appropriate for school. However, students still love to learn more about mythology! Look no further as I have selected im
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6th - 12th
Celia Cruz, Queen of Salsa; Interactive Worksheet
This interactive worksheet allows students to explore the mini biography of Celia Cruz and her song Gauntanamera. Embedded into the worksheet are web addresses that students can access on their personal technology or can be teacher led using a projector. The questions are open ended and are designed to require students to use higher order thinking skills.Students sometimes need help typing in web addresses as they sometimes confuse O's and Zeros. Part three of this worksheet includes a music vi
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7th - 11th
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John Marshall - Profile - Worksheet
This is a great one page profile summery of John Marshall. This gives students a good overview who John Marshall was and some of the important cases he oversaw as chief justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. This included 3 short answer questionsThis includes an Answer Key
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
William O. Douglas - Profile - Worksheet
This is a one page profile on the Supreme Court Justice William O. Douglas. This does a great job of introducing student to William O. Douglas as well as why he is so important to know. This includes 2 short answer questions. This includes an Answer Key
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Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Impeach Trial of Andrew Johnson - Worksheet
This is a one page summery of the trial and procedures for the impeachment of Andrew Johnson. This show students why Andrew Johnson was impeached by the House and then the preceding trial that took place in the Senate. This includes two short answer questions.This include an Answer Key
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Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
James Madison - Profile - Worksheet
This is a one page profile on James Madison. This is a good quick read for students to help them understand who James Madison was and his contributions to our country. This is includes two short answer questions.This includes an Answer Key
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Greek Philosophers graphic organizer
This graphic organizer was designed for middle school. This organizer will help students research and record important information about the big three greek philosophers. I used it for my ancient Greece unit and it worked great!
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6th - 8th
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Amazing People - Heroes in History
A packet full of reading comprehension, word searches, and fun activities. Packet includes information for learning about:
Anne Frank,
Helen Keller,
Anne Sullivan,
Nelson Mandela,
Neil Armstrong.
Can be adapted to many age and learning levels.
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Grades:
2nd - 9th
Thomas Edison Biography
This lesson has everything you need to address multiple standards and 1 week worth of material! The lesson includes a text summary, analysis, essay questions, multiple choice test, AND ANSWER KEY! all in an editable Microsoft Word Document for your own editing preference. Even if you already have the book and do not need the summary, the resources here alone are worth it! Just print once and make copies at your printer for each section. Enjoy!
Grades:
3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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