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8th grade civics handouts for Easel Activities
Civil Rights Movement Primary Source Analysis Bundle
Teach the Civil Rights Movement with this easy to implement Primary Source Analysis Bundle that covers your content and your standards.Investigate the Civil Rights Movement with primary sources so your students learn core content while also practicing Social Studies skills. This bundled set includes 8-pages of handouts providing an assortment of quotes and images for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of the economic, political, and cultural changes of the Civi
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6th - 12th
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The First Amendment Reading & Chart
This short reading and chart on the First Amendment are perfect to teach students about the five individual freedoms stated within this amendment. The reading breaks down the First Amendment and discusses:Freedom of ReligionFreedom of AssemblyFreedom of PressFreedom of PetitionFreedom of Speech After, students will use the acronym RAPPS to identify each freedom within the First Amendment and explain how this amendment protects our individual freedoms. The acronym RAPPS is a great tool to help st
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: First Amendment Bundle
Economic Systems Scenario Worksheet w/ Teacher Guide
Great way to check for comprehension when teaching economic systems. This worksheet can be given as a homework assignment, comprehension check, differentiated assignment, or taught as a whole class.Students first have to define the four economic systems (traditional, market, command, and mixed economy). I like to have students do this on their own and then as a class check to make sure that everyone has the correct definition on their paper before they work on the scenarios. Teachers can also ch
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: BUNDLE: Middle School Economics
Dred Scott Supreme Court Case Document Analysis Activity | Citizenship
Want to study the Dred Scott Supreme Court Case? Hoping to practice primary source analysis with your students? Need a no-prep resource to prompt discussion and further study of the Dred Scott Supreme Court Case and its impact on slavery and American citizenship for African Americans?This 1-page handout provides the original Supreme Court ruling as well as the document image for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of American documents and, in this case, the Dre
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5th - 12th
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Miranda v Arizona Supreme Court Case Document Analysis Activity Miranda Rights
This 1-page handout provides the original Supreme Court ruling on Miranda v. Arizona as well as the document image for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of American documents and, in this case, the Miranda v. Arizona case. Includes a significance wrap-up question in which students utilize all of the information to explain the significance of the case or ruling.Answer Key is Provided! All images and other primary sources collected from Library of Congress, Nati
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5th - 12th
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Protest Movements of the 1960s and 70s Primary Source Analysis Activity
This 2-page handout provides an assortment of quotes and images for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of the Protest Movements of the 60s and 70s. Includes a wrap-up question in which students utilize all of the information, as well as prior content knowledge for completion.Answers will vary, so no key provided! All images and other primary sources collected from Library of Congress or public domain.Great class or homework assignment!Also available as part of
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6th - 12th
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Roe v Wade Supreme Court Case Document Analysis Activity Abortion Ruling
Teach about the original Roe v. Wade Supreme Court ruling on abortion rights with a primary source analysis activity. This 1-page handout provides the original Roe v. Wade Supreme Court ruling as well as the document image for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of American documents and, in this case, the 1973 Roe v. Wade case. Includes a wrap-up question in which students utilize all of the information to explain the significance of the case or ruling.Answer K
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8th - 12th
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Schenck v United States 1919 Supreme Court Case Document Analysis Activity
This 1-page handout provides the original Supreme Court ruling as well as the document image for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of American documents and, in this case, the Schenck v United States case. Includes a significance wrap-up question in which students utilize all of the information to explain the significance of the case or ruling.Answer Key is Provided! All images and other primary sources collected from Library of Congress, National Archives or
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5th - 12th
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Current Events - Answering Questions based on Newspaper Articles
Current EventsCurrent Events - Answering Questions based on Newspaper ArticlesIncluded in this resource:• Title Page• Questions for students• Current Events Reading Log for students• Interactive Notebook notes pages★★ This is a great way for students to keep track and updated on current events around the country/world. My students keep a reading log and folder of all their current events assignments!Clipart by KERRI WEBB & Melonheadz© A Social Studies LifeFor personal use only. Duplication
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5th - 8th
Also included in: Current Events BUNDLE
History Crime Solvers: Boston Massacre
Snowballs are flying along with jeers from an angry mob. Shots ring out in the crowd! But was it a massacre? The events leading up to the Boston Massacre were exciting. Put students in the time period with two different researched readings. (Included are directions for how to annotate a reading.)Included in the lesson:Detailed teacher lessons- that give suggestions, and discussion questionsWarm up- a researched background reading that has students create a hypothesis of what occured.Note takin
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7th - 8th
Also included in: History Crime Solvers Bundle
The Federalist Papers Quotes and Questions
Students will analyze a series of quote from the Federalist Papers and interpret the author’s views on term limits, separation of powers, factions, and limited government.
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8th - 12th
Civil Rights Movement Legislation Primary Source Analysis Homework Activity
Address the Civil Rights Movement Legislation while practicing the skill of primary source analysis.This 2-page handout provides an assortment of quotes and images for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of the Civil Rights Movement Legislation. Includes a wrap-up question in which students utilize all of the information, as well as prior content knowledge for completion.Skills Practiced:Primary Source AnalysisImage AnalysisHistorical ThinkingReading for Conten
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6th - 12th
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Cherokee Nation v Georgia Supreme Court Case Document Analysis Activity
Investigate the Cherokee Nation and analyze primary sources with this Supreme Court case, Cherokee Nation v. Geogria.This 1-page handout provides the original Supreme Court ruling as well as the document image for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of American documents and, in this case, the Cherokee Nation v. Georgia case. Includes a significance wrap-up question in which students utilize all of the information to explain the significance of the case or rulin
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5th - 12th
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Warren Court Scenarios
Students will begin by researching 9 Supreme Court rulings under the Warren Court that addressed the free speech, freedom of religion, search and seizure, rights of the accused amendments, segregation, etc. Then, they will read a series of scenarios related to those topics. For each topic, the students should determine which Warren ruling has been violated and then explain why based on their knowledge of the cases.
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8th - 12th
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Gideon v Wainwright Supreme Court Case Document Analysis Activity Right-Attorney
Teaching about the Gideon v. Wainwright case? Want to practice primary source analysis while teaching the Gideon v. Wainwright case?This 1-page handout provides the original Supreme Court ruling as well as the document image for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of American documents and, in this case, the Gideon v. Wainwright case. Includes a significance wrap-up question in which students utilize all of the information to explain the significance of the case
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5th - 12th
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U.S. Constitution Analysis: Preamble and Enumerated Powers Worksheet
Help your students understand the Preamble as never before even as they engage in critical analysis skills, examining the Enumerated Powers of Congress as listed in Article I as they work their way through these Preamble and Enumerated Powers Worksheets.Reading the Constitution is one thing, but thinking carefully and critically about it is far more valuable! This worksheet will give teachers the tools they need to help students analyze the Enumerated Powers of Congress. Many students find the E
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
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George Washington Inaugural Address American Speeches Document Analysis Activity
Learning about George Washington and his Presidency? Want to introduce primary source analysis while investigating President George Washington and his Inaugural Address?This 1-page handout provides the original American Speech transcript (excerpt) as well as the document image for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of American documents and, in this case, George Washington's Inaugural Address in 1789. Includes a significance wrap-up question in which students u
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: American Speeches Speech Document Analysis for U.S. History BUNDLED SET!
1920s Image Analysis Set - Authentic Images w/Analysis Guides & Organizers
1920s Image Analysis Set - Take your students back in time to investigate the era of the 1920s with this set of images from playbills, personal photo collections, and other documents of the era, including advertisements, storefront images, and much more that helps to well show the era and how people of the era lived.Examine the way businesses advertised during the era of the Roaring 20s with Flappers, issues of African-American and Minority Discrimination, the Harlem Renaissance, and the boomin
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5th - 12th
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Types and Forms of Government Differentiated Writing Activities
This is the perfect summative assessment after you have taught types of government! These differentiated writing activities include activities and writing prompts for three levels in the classroom. Level A-Students evaluate types of government Level B-Students respond to a quote and use a reading passage for evidenceLevel C- Students watch a video and respond to a hypothetical scenario.Want access to ALL of my civics resources? Join the Civics and American Government Member Club!Visit my website
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6th - 12th
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Tennessee Valley Authority Act of 1933 Document Primary Source Analysis Activity
Examine the TVA or Tennessee Valley Authority legislation and practice History skills at the same time! This handout provides the original legislation as well as the document image for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of American documents and, in this case, the Tennessee Valley Authority Act of 1933. Includes a significance wrap-up question in which students utilize all of the information to explain the significance of the legislation.Answer Key is Provided!
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5th - 12th
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13 Colonies Doodle Notes
Included are doodle notes for the 13 colonies and the different types of colonies. This is a wonderful introduction to the 13 colonies and their regions. Other Lessons That You May Like13 Colonies Doodle Notes3 Colonial Regions Infographic Notes BundleNew England Colonies Infographic NotesMiddle Colonies Infographic NotesSouthern Colonies Infographic NotesRoanoke and the Lost Colony: History Mystery SOLVED!James Town Reading and AnalysisCreate Your Own Society Activity!Coloring Pages (Early Colo
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1st - 12th
U.S. Government Structure
Looking for a straightforward and clear summary of the United States Government Structure? Here it is! Give your students a sound basic understanding of how our country's government is supposed to work. TpT Digital Activities Pages now available!PowerPoint Version with Doodle Dat Notes:U.S. Government Structure: PowerPoint and Doodle Dat NotesVisit Suzanne's Classroom Store! The resources are designed to enrich or supplement your current curriculum.This packet by Suzanne Buras includes the foll
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5th - 8th
Branches of Power - How a Bill Becomes a Law: online simulation game worksheets
This product was created to assist you in completing the collaborative class activity of the "Branches of Power" online simulation game from icivics.com.⭐⭐⭐This is available on my AmpedUpLearning.com store for only $3! ⭐⭐⭐This activity covers the following:How a bill becomes a lawChecks & BalancesReviews the 3 branches of governmentThis product includes the following:Printable student handouts in color with guiding questions*Answer keys linked with CCSSNotes on game-play for the teacher &
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6th - 12th
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Social Security Act Document Analysis Activity
Study the Social Security Act of the New Deal with this primary source analysis activity. Students will learn about the Social Security legislation while practicing History skills. This handout provides the original legislation as well as the document image for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of American documents and, in this case, the Social Security Act. Includes a significance wrap-up question in which students utilize all of the information to explain t
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5th - 12th
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