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Not grade specific U.S. History guided reading books
Cold War: Eisenhower Vs. Khrushchev & the U2 incident- Bridge of Spies Lesson
Cold War: Eisenhower Vs. Khrushchev & the U2 incident- Bridge of Spies Lesson
to start this lesson I divide the class in two- or tell students to pick a partner. I give one of them the US reading and one of them the Soviet Union Reading
I ask the groups to answer the questions and then get in their US/ USSR group and discuss.
Then I have them trade readings and answer the questions and discuss
Later we go into a large class discussion about justice, espionage and escalation.
To end I s
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Harriet Tubman - Documents, Newspapers, Books
Harriet Tubman - Documents, Newspapers, Books This collection has 2,125 pages of material. Harriet Tubman was born into slavery as Araminta Ross, born between 1822 and 1824 and died on March 10, 1913. She was most famous for missions leading African American slaves to freedom. She was also a Civil War scout, spy, and nurse. After the Civil War she was a suffragist and civil rights activist. Tubman rebelled against forced servitude from her early years, running away as early as age seven. At fift
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1970s the Ford / Carter Years- how did US change socially and culturally? Lesson
The Ford and Carter Years:What Accounted for the Changes in American Attitudes during the 1970s?STUDENTS WILL BE ABLE TO 1. Evaluate the [residency of Gerald Ford2. Assess the domestic policies of Jimmy Carter3. Analyze how American society Changed in the 1970sBACKGROUND: On July 4, 1976, the United States celebrated its bicentennial, or two hundredth anniversary. By the end of the decade, however, the celebratory mood had evaporated in the face of a series of crises that tested the nation’s spi
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The First Thanksgiving Unit Special Education Leveled Adapted Books Vocabulary
The First Thanksgiving unit contains over 100 pages with adapted text and activities. This unit is designed for students with intellectual disabilities and autism but can be used in general education elementary grades or ELL. This unit talks about the Pilgrims, Native Americans, and the struggles that lead to the first Thanksgiving. Through this unit, students will be learning about traveling and moving, growing plants for food, and what the Pilgrims went through. This unit provides opportuniti
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Jamestown and other English Settlements Unit Spec. Ed Adapted Leveled Books
The Jamestown and other English Settlements unit contains around 90 pages total with adapted text and activities. This unit is designed for students with intellectual disabilities and autism but can be used in general education elementary grades or ELL. This unit touches upon the Jamestown settlement and other English settlements that were established in America. Through this unit, students will make connections between moving from one area to another and more. This unit provides opportunities f
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1919 Red Summer: Chicago Race Riot Assignment
Race Riots/ Urban Riots in the United States:
1919 Red Summer/ Chicago Race Riot
Essential Question: To what degree is change dependent on Conflict? And Can Conflict be Prevented?
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Riots are shocking events where the ordinary rules of society break down. London 2011 was gripped by the sight of burning cars and hooded youths looting shops. But why do riots happen? What reason could there be for such destruction? Is it poverty and unemployment? Are people alienated from society? Or
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Bonnie & Clyde, Barrow Gang Newspaper Articles (1933-1935)
Bonnie & Clyde, Barrow Gang Newspaper Articles (1933-1935)PDF File270 full sheet newspaper pages dating from January 8, 1933, to May 5, 1935, with coverage of Clyde Barrow, Bonnie Parker, and the Barrow Gang.In January of 1930, Bonnie who was 19 and married to a convicted murderer, met 21-year-old Clyde in Texas. Not long after Clyde was sent to prison. Bonnie while visiting Clyde in prison gave him a gun, she had hidden on herself. He used the gun to escape prison but was soon captured.In F
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Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Bookmarks Quotes | AAPI Month Icons
Looking to find AAPI heritage month Bookmarks?With our inspiring bookmark collection, you may immerse yourself in the profound knowledge of AAPI icons throughout AAPI Heritage Month. These bookmarks, which include thought-provoking phrases, honor the many voices, viewpoints, and accomplishments that have had a lasting impression on our society in addition to being useful reading aids.***Features:✨Size: 11" x "8.5 Inch.✨Pdf Format.✨Check out the preview and thumbnail to make sure that you want to
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'Twas the Night of Rebellion | A U.S. History Christmas Tale for All Ages!
Step into the pages of history with 'Twas A Night of Rebellion – a captivating poetry book and classroom resource that transports educators and students to the daring true events of Christmas Night, 1776. This unique product combines the poetic flair of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas with the timeless illustrations inspired by Charles Santore and featuring one iconic painting by Emanuel Leutze. ✨Key Features: Bring History to Life:Immerse your students in the historic events of the American Re
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1906 Atlanta Georgia Race Riot/ Urban Riot Document / Assignment
Race Riots/ Urban Riots in the United States:
1906 Atlanta Georgia
1906 Atlanta Georgia Race Riot/ Urban Riot Document / Assignment
Essential Question: To what degree is change dependent on Conflict? And Can Conflict be Prevented?
Background:
Riots are shocking events where the ordinary rules of society break down. London 2011 was gripped by the sight of burning cars and hooded youths looting shops. But why do riots happen? What reason could there be for such destruction? Is it poverty and
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World War II War Department Atomic Bomb Development Harrison-Bundy Papers
World War II: War Department Atomic Bomb Development Harrison-Bundy Papers9,038 pages of the Harrison - Bundy Files relating to the development of the atomic bomb, copied from material held at the National Archives.George L. Harrison and Harvey H. Bundy were two special assistants to Secretary of War Henry L. Stimson. The Harrison-Bundy Files, also known as the Arneson Files, document the Army's role in the development and production of nuclear weapons. The files date from 1940 to 1950, with mos
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Who Were the Navajo Code Talkers Chapter Questions + KEY
Chapter questions written for "Who Were the Navajo Code Talkers" by James Buckley, Jr. Questions are specific to the text, so there is no additional resource required. Great resource for checking completion and comprehension. Key is included, answers are shown in red.
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What Was the Great Depression? Chapter Questions + KEY
This is a great resource to be used with the book What Was the Great Depression by Janet B. Pascal. Questions require no additional resource. This is a great way to check for completion and comprehension. Key is included and answers are show in red.
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Mi libro del Día del presidente (bilingual)
Celebre el día del presidente y repase datos de informacion con este mini libro bilingue del Día del Presidente en Estados Unidos.
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What Was D-Day Chapter Questions + KEY
Chapter questions to supplement the book "What Was D-Day?" written by Patricia Brennan DeMuth. This is a great resource to check for completion and comprehension. Questions are based directly on the text, so there is no additional resource required. Answers are written in red, in the last half of the document.
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1921 Tulsa, Oklahoma Race Riot Assignment
1921 Tulsa, Oklahoma
Race Riots/ Urban Riots in the United States:
1921 Tulsa, Oklahoma
Essential Question: To what degree is change dependent on Conflict? And Can Conflict be Prevented?
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Riots are shocking events where the ordinary rules of society break down. London 2011 was gripped by the sight of burning cars and hooded youths looting shops. But why do riots happen? What reason could there be for such destruction? Is it poverty and unemployment? Are people alienated from soc
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Jour de l’indépendance aux États-Unis Textes nivelés - U.S. Independence Bundle
Obtenez les packs de texte nivelés français et anglais du jour de l’indépendance des États-Unis! Choisissez la langue et le niveau de lecture qui conviennent à chacun de vos élèves.Get the French and English US Independence Day leveled text packs together! Choose the language and reading level that is just right for each of your students.
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World War II: Battle of the Bulge - Ardennes Counter-Offensive Documents
World War II: Battle of the Bulge - Ardennes Counter-Offensive Documents and HistoryPDF File6,715 pages of documents, maps, newspaper coverage, after action reports, official histories, oral history interviews and military academic studies covering the Ardennes Offensive/Counter Offensive, also known as the Battle of the Bulge.On December 16, 1944, Allied Forces in Europe were taken by surprise when the Germans launched an attack in the Ardennes region, pushing into France, Luxembourg, and Belgi
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World War I & II Canadian Posters
World War I & World War II Canadian PostersPDF File705 Canadian war posters, in English and French, created during the First World War and the Second World War.As a dominion of the British Empire, Canadian participation in World War I was nearly automatic, when Britain declared war on Germany and its allies. The size of Canada's expeditionary force reached 620,000. By the end of the war 67,000 had been killed and 173,000 wounded. On September 10, 1939, the Parliament of Canada declared war o
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Area 51 CIA Files, Film & other Historical Documents
Area 51 CIA Files, Film & Other Historical Documents2,154 pages of CIA, Air Force, DIA, Atomic Energy Commission files and twenty minutes of CIA film, related to the Nevada Test and Training Range at Groom Lake often referred to by using the disambiguation "Area 51." The base there conducts research and operations that are Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI).An approximately 575-square mile basin area of southern Nevada, 83 miles north-northwest of Las Vegas, has been ca
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Richard Nixon: Was he a Crook? Readings, Activities, & more -Nixon's Rise /Fall
Nixon, Was he a Crook?
WHAT EVENTS LED TO RICHARD NIXON’S RESIGNATION AS PRESIDENT IN 1974?
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Not long after President Richard M. Nixon’s 1972 reelection, the huge Watergate Scandal began to unfold. The root of the scandal was a break-in at the Democratic Party’s headquarters in Washington D.C. Tapes of White House conversations leader revealed that Richard Nixon and his top aides had tried to cover up the break-in.
WHY IT MATTERS:
President Richard Nixon stood at the summit of
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Hoover Vs. Roosevelt: Does America Need a New Deal? Reading, discussion ?'s
VIEWPOINTS: FDR VS. HOOVER: AMERICAN NEEDS A NEW DEAL 1932
DOES AMERICAN NEED A NEW DEAL?:
(Should the Government Intervene, or should Capitalism play itself out?)
Directions: Read the two articles on FDR and Herbert Hoover and outline their views. Finally decide whether or not you believe the government should intervene or not.
FDR Hoover
Background: Where they are from, political party, accomplishments (if mentioned)
FDR: America Needs a New Deal
1. What are the two ways of viewing
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Who Was Nikola Tesla? Chapter Questions
This is a great resource to be used with "Who Was Nikola Tesla" by Jim Gigliotti. The questions are specific to the text in each chapter, so no additional resource is required. This is a great tool to check for reading completion and comprehension. There is NO key included.
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End of the Cold War: Ford Vs. Carter and Foreign Policy Lesson plans
Ford vs. Carter’s Cold War Policy:
What were the goals of US foreign policy during the Ford & Carter years?
How successful were Ford’s and Carter’s policies?
Students will be able to
1. Compare the policies of Gerald Ford and Jimmy Carter toward the Soviet Union
2. Discuss changing US foreign policy in the developing world
3. Identify the success and failures of Carter’s foreign policy in the Middle East
Why it Matters:
The ordeal of Vietnam led many to question the direction of Americ
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