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7th grade social studies graphic organizers for Easel

Preview of Spanish-Speaking Countries and Capitals Maps and Quiz

Spanish-Speaking Countries and Capitals Maps and Quiz

This is a map labeling activity and matching quiz over the 21 Spanish-speaking countries and capitals. Students will label and identify the 21 Spanish-speaking countries and capitals in Spanish. This is a great activity when reviewing Spanish-speaking countries and capitals or Spanish geography. Makes a great coloring page. Answer keys are included. Countries included: España, México, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panamá, Cuba, La República Dominicana, Puerto Rico, Ar
Preview of Country Research Projects Study Report Countries Around the World Research

Country Research Projects Study Report Countries Around the World Research

Country Research Projects: This newly revised (July 2023) country study worksheet packet will help your 4th grade, 5th grade, and 6th grade social studies students conduct a country study research project for countries around the world. It not only includes country research graphic organizers and templates and for gathering information and conducting country research, but also guidance and skills for country report writing and giving a presentation. Grading rubrics, answer keys, differentiated a
Preview of Greek Mythology Unit - Allusions from Ancient Greece - Mythical Allusion Project

Greek Mythology Unit - Allusions from Ancient Greece - Mythical Allusion Project

This Greek mythology unit resource package contains everything you need to teach students about allusions from Greek Mythology - reading passages, graphic organizers, answer keys, foldable activities, and class posters! Detailed instructions and student examples of all of the included mythological allusions are included. It is formatted to meet the common core standards relating to allusions from Greek Mythology. These activities are perfect for your upcoming Ancient Greece unit or study of Gr
Preview of September 11 Impacts - Gallery Walk and Writing Assignment (9/11) Google Docs

September 11 Impacts - Gallery Walk and Writing Assignment (9/11) Google Docs

Created by
History Matters
September 11 Impacts - Gallery Walk and Writing Assignment (9/11) - This 19 page September 11 resource focuses on the the major impacts on the world resulting from the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. The resource will help your students understand 7 different impacts from the September 11 attacks, including: the economy, the war in Afghanistan, the War on Terror, the loss of life, and more! The resource includes a detailed teachers guide for ease of use!It now includes links for use w
Preview of Ancient India Caste System: Informational Text, Worksheet, & Sorting Activity

Ancient India Caste System: Informational Text, Worksheet, & Sorting Activity

WHAT'S INCLUDED?1. A one-page informational text that describes key information about the caste system (PDF & Easel)2. A worksheet that checks for understanding of content found in the informational text (PDF & Easel)3. A caste pyramid sorting activity that is great for interactive notebooks (PDF & Easel)4. Answer Keys (PDF) WHAT ARE PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT THIS PRODUCT? “This was the perfect resource both for teaching and reviewing the Hindu Caste system with my students. I especia
Preview of Reading Graphic Organizers Fiction and Non-Fiction Grades 6, 7, 8

Reading Graphic Organizers Fiction and Non-Fiction Grades 6, 7, 8

Created by
Tracee Orman
Common Core Standards Graphic Organizers for Reading Notebooks Grades 6, 7, 8 - Use with Any Fiction & Informational Texts NEWLY UPDATED! This bundle of organizers has 50 new pages added! Total of 92 organizers, plus 10 bonus pages.EDITABLE ORGANIZERS HERE:Google Drive Literature Graphic Organizers (Common Core Aligned)**If you teach multiple grade levels, purchase the set for the highest grade level you teach. You do not need to purchase both the 6,7,8 and 9-10 packs. The 9-10 builds on th
Preview of Greek Mythology Unit - Gods and Goddesses of Greece - Greek Mythology Projects

Greek Mythology Unit - Gods and Goddesses of Greece - Greek Mythology Projects

This Greek Mythology unit resource contains 80 pages of Greek Mythology projects and activities about the Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Greece. Perfect for your upcoming Ancient Greece unit, Greece Mythology Unit, or Ancient Civilizations Unit, this classroom tested package contains detailed handouts, graphic organizers, foldables, templates, activities, and instructions. Many of these activities would make great additions to an Ancient Greece Interactive Notebook.✅Be sure to click on the previ
Preview of Greek and Roman gods and goddesses Worksheet Chart Graphic Organizer Activity

Greek and Roman gods and goddesses Worksheet Chart Graphic Organizer Activity

Introduce or review the Greek god and goddesses and their Roman equivalents. This chart goes great with my Greek gods & goddesses: The Olympians | Google Slides™ Presentation OR my Introduction to Greek Mythology Powerpoint. Four options and key included.The chart is organized into four columns: (1) Greek name, (2) Roman name, (3) Realm & Responsibilities, and (4) Symbols. A BONUS SHEET related to vocabulary derived from Greek and Roman god and goddess names is also included.CLICK HERE F
Preview of Ancient Civilizations GRAPES Posters Ancient Greece Ancient Rome Ancient China

Ancient Civilizations GRAPES Posters Ancient Greece Ancient Rome Ancient China

Help your students learn and organize info about ancient civilizations with these G.R.A.P.E.S. posters, guiding questions, and graphic organizers! The GRAPES Ancient Civilizations Poster and Graphic Organizer Set is an easy acronym to organize information for the basic traits of ancient civilizations. G.R.A.P.E.S. is an acronym for:G- GeographyR- ReligionA- AchievementsP- PoliticsE- EconomicsS- Social StructureGRAPES is an effective way to learn and organize information about different civilizat
Preview of CNN 10 (CNN Student News) Current Events, 17 Different Common Core Worksheets

CNN 10 (CNN Student News) Current Events, 17 Different Common Core Worksheets

Keep your students focused and engaged while watching CNN 10 or any other news program! These 17 different current event response sheets will help your students engage with the news like never before as they grow in their ability to describe, understand, apply, analyze, evaluate, and create on a daily basis. The 17 response sheets offer a wide variety of choice and are aligned with Common Core Standards. They strengthen ELA and social studies skills through cross-curricular activities and promot
Preview of Ancient Egypt Unit - Hieroglyphics Activity - Ancient Egypt Projects & Questions

Ancient Egypt Unit - Hieroglyphics Activity - Ancient Egypt Projects & Questions

This Ancient Egypt Unit on Egyptian Hieroglyphics contains two different hieroglyphics reading passages with comprehension questions, fact gathering templates and creative activities. A hieroglyphic alphabet chart and name writing project are also included. These are perfect for a hallway display or an Ancient Egypt interactive notebook. It is a fun and engaging Ancient Egypt project way to demonstrate knowledge of the history behind this form of Ancient Egyptian writing! ✅Be sure to click on
Preview of Criminal Cases Investigation Research Activity | Law & Justice | Civics

Criminal Cases Investigation Research Activity | Law & Justice | Civics

Examining Criminal Cases can be a fun way to teach the skills of research and analysis in a Law & Justice or Government & Civics class!This is a research activity in which students are directed to a website providing information on a number of current criminal cases. The cases are updated frequently, and students have much variety in the types of cases they can investigate. The handouts direct students to thoroughly research 5 of the cases and to compile information in the graphic orga
Preview of Ancient Greece Unit - Athens and Sparta Projects - Greek City State Activities

Ancient Greece Unit - Athens and Sparta Projects - Greek City State Activities

This 70+ page Ancient Greece unit resource on Athens and Sparta contains information about these city states. A great addition to your Ancient Greece Unit, Ancient Civilizations Unit, or Greece Interactive Notebook, it contains Athens and Sparta questions, activities, and foldables. Very little teacher prep is required to use this package – simply print and teach! While all activities are great to be used as-is, they make an excellent addition to an Interactive Notebook.The contrasting qualitie
Preview of Levels of Government Interactive Flipbook- National, State, Local Government

Levels of Government Interactive Flipbook- National, State, Local Government

This is a brand new addition to my family of interactive flipbooks! This one is designed to have your students record their learning in a fun way during a unit on our government. With this product, students will work their way through facts about the levels of government--state, local, and national government. Each flap has students record notes on the leaders, duties, and responsibilities held at each level. These are super easy to put together. Students simply cut out five rectangles, stack
Preview of The Nile River in Ancient Egypt Unit - Egypt Map Project Activities Questions

The Nile River in Ancient Egypt Unit - Egypt Map Project Activities Questions

This 80 page Ancient Egypt Unit on Egypt Geography and the Nile River contains all of the Ancient Egypt projects and activities you need for a COMPLETE UNIT, including Ancient Egypt comprehension questions and reading passages, graphic organizers, and Ancient Egypt activities.✅Be sure to click on the preview for detailed descriptions and images of the Ancient Egypt projects and activities included in this resource.✅While all of the activities included in this package can be used as is, they make
Preview of Three Branches of Government Activity

Three Branches of Government Activity

This activity includes a cut and paste activity on the three branches of government.The first page includes labels for the three branches with pictures, duties and jobs of each branch, and a title label. The second page includes parts of a tree. The students will cut along the dotted lines provided and paste on construction paper. The students will match the job/duty to the correct branch of government.
Preview of Regions of Europe Centers Activity for European Geography or Culture Study

Regions of Europe Centers Activity for European Geography or Culture Study

Introduce your students to the regions of Europe with this easy to prep Centers or Stations Activity. At each regional center, students will read geographic information on the region, view maps and discover physical features and statistics, view data from the region on cultural and human characteristics, and read current articles on the regions of Europe (using internet links provided in teacher directions). Included:Reading Cards on each RegionImage Cards on each RegionMap Cards on each Regi
Preview of Battles of WWI Inquiry & Investigation Timeline & Mapping Activity World War One

Battles of WWI Inquiry & Investigation Timeline & Mapping Activity World War One

Allow students to investigate the battles and strategies of WWI with an engaging lesson that sparks inquiry and practices analysis skills as they collect data on key events in the Great World War One.This inquiry and data and image analysis activity guides students through the investigation of 7 battles or major events from the Great War with the task of collecting data for timelining and mapping WWI. Set the lesson up as a great investigation with mysterious music playing in the background to e
Preview of Ancient Greece Unit - Greek Government Projects - Democracy Activities Athens

Ancient Greece Unit - Greek Government Projects - Democracy Activities Athens

This 65+ page Ancient Greece Unit contains contains everything you need to complete an engaging ancient history unit on Ancient Greek Government. It is a great addition to an Ancient Civilization unit or Ancient Greece Interactive Notebook, and contains reading passages, questions, and activities. Very little teacher prep is required – simply print and teach! While all activities are great to be used as-is, they make an excellent addition to an Interactive Notebook.✅Be sure to click on the previ
Preview of Primary Sources: The Magna Carta and English Bill of Rights

Primary Sources: The Magna Carta and English Bill of Rights

As part of an overall discussion of the influences upon American government, this resource consists of a graphic organizer that divides excerpts from both the Magna Carta and the English Bill of Rights into sections that students can then paraphrase, either individually or in groups. Doing so makes the speech more accessible to all learners.The resource also includes a series of questions based on each document. The questions, which progress in complexity, also establish connections with speci
Preview of Ancient Greece Unit - The Trojan War - Ancient Greece Project and Questions

Ancient Greece Unit - The Trojan War - Ancient Greece Project and Questions

This 50+ page Trojan War unit is perfect for your upcoming Ancient Greece unit, Greece Mythology Unit, or Ancient Civilizations Unit. This classroom tested package contains reading passages, graphic organizers, foldable activities, projects, and other Ancient Greece activities. Many of these activities would make great additions to an Ancient Greece Interactive Notebook.✅Be sure to click on the preview above to see a full detailed description of exactly what is included in this resource package.
Preview of Myth of Antebellum South vs. Harsh Realities of Slavery

Myth of Antebellum South vs. Harsh Realities of Slavery

Students will read and answer text dependent questions about the myth of the Antebellum South vs. the harsh realities of southern plantations prior to the Civil War. There is also a foldable that can be printed and students can complete with information from the reading material.
Preview of Current Events Sample Printables Worksheets Graphic Organizer Informational Text

Current Events Sample Printables Worksheets Graphic Organizer Informational Text

Created by
Rachel Lynette
Dive into current events, student news, informational text, reading strategies, and more with our exclusive sampler from Current Events Response Printables!This sampler gives you a taste of our comprehensive current event graphic organizers that promise to make learning engaging and effective. ‌Try before you buy!Purchase this sampler for just $1, and if you love it, get your dollar back with the included coupon code for the full version of Current Events Response Printables.It’s our way of sayi
Preview of Renaissance People Meet and Greet Activity World History

Renaissance People Meet and Greet Activity World History

Introduce your students to the most significant people of the Renaissance with this Meet and Greet Activity. It's a fun and engaging way to cover the most influential people of the time period. Allow students to use the provided biography cards or to research online as they create Biographical Poems for their assigned person before they attend the class meet and greet to interchange information.Includes the significant artists, contributors, and thinkers of the Renaissance time period. Includ
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