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High school social studies homework pdfs
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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Roaring Twenties Reading Worksheet Activity for the 20s in US History
This Roaring 20s reading activity and worksheet covers many of the dramatic changes and conflicts that arose during this decade in US History. The 1-page reading explains many of the major events of the 1920s in America, including: The Red ScareSacco & Vanzetti trialQuotas and the National Origins ActsThe KKK and terrorismProhibitionThe Scopes trial...and more. The reading is informative, but written at a level middle and high school students can understand. Following the reading is a set o
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7th - 11th
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APUSH Exam Review Mega-Pack - AP® US History Test Prep - AP Exam Prep
CHECK OUT MY NEW AP EXAM PREP WORKBOOK for an even more streamlined & foolproof APUSH Exam Prep plan. FYI: There is quite a bit of overlap between the two, so you probably don’t need both.Your one-stop-shoppe for APUSH Review! Timelines, Thematic Study Guides, PPTS, Handouts, and more! This includes a bundle of helpful review resources for the APUSH Exam. These resources can be used throughout the year or just in preparation for the May Exam. They can also help a new teacher to prepare for t
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9th - 12th
American Imperialism Packet with Primary Sources & Readings
This fantastic, 5 page American imperialism packet includes primary source cartoons, quotes, charts, and short readings. Each section explains a topic and includes a type of primary source then asks several questions of varying difficulty. Topics included in the packet are the purchase of Alaska, annexation of Hawaii, Spanish-American War, Platt Amendment, Boxer Rebellion, and more. After reviewing each source and text, students outline key information onto an included notes page. This makes for
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7th - 11th
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Full Year of World History Curriculum - No Prep Digital Resources + Assessment
This full year bundle for World History includes 7 comprehensive units & 4 enriching mini-units. Everything you need to teach high school World History at your fingertips! Save hours of prep time and stress with these ready to go units that will engage your students and teach them content and skills simultaneously. A link to full access to the Full Year Google Drive is included in the Teacher Guide.This bundle includes Digital Notebooks, Pear Decks, EdPuzzles, Escape Rooms, Lectures, Project
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9th - 12th
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Note-Taking Template for Non-Fiction Texts
Do your students need support with taking effective notes while reading in the content areas? Do they struggle with Cornell notes? Are they visual learners? Are you looking for ways to incorporate non-fiction texts into your English classes?This template can be printed and used with any history/social science or science textbook/ebook.Separate sections are included for objectives/main idea (to set a purpose for reading), key terms, key people, key dates/events, key ideas, key text features, a
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4th - 12th
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Also included in: Note-Taking Bundle
How to Make A Political Cartoon Activity: Worksheet Template US or World History
This How to Make a Political Cartoon Activity and Analysis worksheet bundle is engaging and simple. It includes an explanation page, a How to Draw a Political Cartoon video, and a printable handout worksheet with a political cartoon example. Students will analyze a historical event by drawing a picture of the event or policy and how it made people feel. It comes with an easy template for students to fill out that has students explain what they have drawn. This activity is fun and applies to uppe
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5th - 12th
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Gilded Age Political Machines Cartoon Analysis: Boss Tweed and Tammany Hall
Teaching corruption in the Gilded Age? This activity includes 7 political cartoons depicting Boss Tweed and Tammany Hall. Activity includes: 7 political cartoons to analyze Student handout with chart to analyze political cartoons Summarizing questions on student handout Check out the preview! In this activity, students are instructed to pick 2 political cartoons to analyze and use the chart to deconstruct the images. Lastly, the students answer summarizing questions to express their knowledge of
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8th - 12th
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APUSH AMSCO 4th Edition 2020 Digital & Print Reading Guides + SAQs - Full Year
This comprehensive Full Year Reading Guide for AMSCO AP United States History is fully editable and can be completed digitally. Covers Periods 1 - 9 for AP US History. Follows the newest AMSCO Edition (2020, 4th Edition) organized around the College Board Key Concepts. Guide students to key terms, events, and trends through these digital or printable worksheets!Also includes 50 SAQs and general guidelines for writing effective SAQs. Can be used to learn or review for the AP Exam. TIP: I assign a
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9th - 12th
My School Caste: Caste System Analysis Comparison Activity Ancient India Lesson
This assignment is fun and will get your students thinking critically about the Ancient Indian caste system brought by the Aryans. First, students read a brief history of the caste system. Then, they compare the school staff to the Ancient Indian Caste system by creating their own school staff pyramid of power. Students defend their comparisons with evidence and answer critical thinking questions. An example is included.➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ ❤️❤️❤️ LOOKING FOR MORE STELLAR RESOURCES TO
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5th - 10th
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Buddhism and Hinduism: An Investigation Comparison Activity
Get ready to take your middle school students on an epic journey through ancient history with this supercharged worksheet! Introducing the ultimate tool for comparing and contrasting Hinduism and Buddhism. This worksheet is packed with engaging graphics and lines for students to record information as they explore the similarities and differences between these two ancient religions. This Buddhism and Hinduism comparing & contrasting worksheet can be used for:Independent workPartner workClass
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5th - 10th
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Greek Mythology: Create Your Own Greek God Project
Unleash the power of creativity and imagination with the Create Your Own Greek God Project! Are you ready to embark on a mythical journey like no other? Dive into the world of Greek mythology with this fun project that allows students to create their own Greek God or Goddess! My students LOVE this project. This can be done in conjunction with an Ancient Greece lesson. This asks students to come up with their own background story and provide an illustration. Planning worksheet, explanation shee
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4th - 12th
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Home Front in WWII Primary Source Analysis Activity Handout US History WW2
Investigating the American Home front during WWII? Want to help students analyze primary sources to understand the different perspectives on life changes during America's involvement in WW2?This 2-page handout provides an assortment of quotes and images for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of the Home Front during WWII. Includes a wrap-up question in which students make comparisons to our modern cultural changes.Includes:2-page worksheetSkills Addressed:Prima
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Shark Tank Chinese Inventions Activity- Medieval China Reading & Presentation
This activity set is student-centered, rigorous and fun. It comes with a Common Core one-page reading covering the Golden Age of the Tang and Song dynasties. Students are then issued one of nine innovations from Medieval China to research and create a Shark Tank-type presentation. Students present while five pre-selected class "sharks" use a rubric to evaluate the presentation based on enthusiasm, support from readings, and marketing ideas. The class fills out an invention basics chart, includin
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5th - 12th
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Case Study Atlanta Child Murders Wayne Williams Hair Fibers PRINT and DIGITAL
DIGITAL OR PRINT RESOURCE POST or PRINT & GO! In this Cross-Curricular Active Reading Case Study, the focus is on HAIR & FIBERS. Students will study thefamous case of The Atlanta Child Murders and how trace evidence was able to connect Wayne Williams to the victims. Active Reading Case Studies can be used in a variety of ways: ➩Attention-Grabbing Introduction to the Unit ➩ Supplement to Forensic Topics ➩Enrichment & Extension Activity to challenge students who need more ➩Quick &
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Forensics Active Reading Case Study BUNDLE
Articles of the Constitution: A Primary Source Analysis on the 7 Articles
This is an excellent way to study and know the information contained within the United States Constitution. To better understand the layout and information within the United States Constitution, students will read through the original 7 Articles of this primary source document and find the main ideas. This is a nice addition to Constitution Day or your existing unit on the Constitution.Don't be afraid to have your students study this great document. Being one of the most influential documents
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6th - 12th
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World Religions Vocabulary Worksheets
This simple but effective worksheet is a review of key terms related to each of the 5 major religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Christianity, and Judaism.On one side is a 20 question matching with a word bank including the Eightfold Path, Four Noble Truths, Karma, the Koran and more. On the other side, is a graphic organizer in which students draw a visual for each religion, then place vocabulary in the corresponding box.This makes for a great homework or review at the end of a class on the ma
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5th - 10th
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The Roman Empire - The Pax Romana - Informational Text & Mini-Book Activity
What's included?1. A one-page informational text that describes the Pax Romana (PDF)2. A corresponding (fill-in-the-blank) mini-book that summarizes the informational text (PDF)3. Instructions for folding the mini-book (PDF)4. A key for the mini-book (PDF) The informational text focuses on these main topics:1. What was the Pax Romana and when did it happen?2. Augustus Brings Peace to the Empire3. All Roads Lead to Rome4. Aqueducts5. The Colosseum and Pantheon6. Literature and Poetry7. Other Empe
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4th - 9th
President Ronald Reagan and the Reagan Revolution Reading Worksheet
This 2 page worksheet includes a one page overview of President Reagan's time in office, policies, and impact and one page of analysis questions. This is a great homework or in-class assignment because it covers many of the aspects of his 2 terms which are difficult to include in a class lecture or PowerPoint.Topics covered include his career before becoming president, his Supreme Court appointments, the Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI), tax cuts, and his policies towards the Soviet Union.An
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5th - 11th
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World War I - 3 Week Digital Unit for World History - WWI Activity High School
This comprehensive 3-week bundle for World History includes everything you need to guide your students to explore WWI. It is all no-prep & fully digital and editable. Students will evaluate a variety of sources and demonstrate their learning through reflections and check for understandings. Includes Pear Deck, EdPuzzle, and other engaging options along with digital notebooks and gallery walks which are all ready to post. Save hours of prep time and stress with this complete unit! LEARNING TA
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9th - 12th
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Real Life Forensics: Fingerprint Case Study [worksheet]
Need a quick PRINT & GO worksheet for your next FINGERPRINT lesson? Grab this no-prep resource from my line of Real Life Forensics Case Study worksheets. A Bump in the Night is based on the true kidnapping and murder of Polly Klaas and merges fingerprint analysis with real world methods for solving crimes. This resource includes 2 pages (Page 1- case study, Page 2- 10 review questions). I have also provided an answer key for easy grading. You may also like these FORENSICS resources:• FORENS
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8th - 12th
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Info Reading Text - Jury Duty Bundle (no prep/sub plans)
In this bundle you will receive 4 informational text articles related to Jury Duty. Each article includes questions and an answer key. Also included is a crossword puzzle and word search activity. The following titles are included in this bundle:How are juries chosen? Jury deliberationCriminal trialsHow juries workA 22 term crossword puzzleA 22 term word searchA great way to introduce these topics to your class!!Perfect for Substitute Teacher Plans!!Excellent for textbook replacement or supple
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6th - 12th
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Sectionalism - Differences Between North and South in images
Resource includes a brief description of the differences between the northern and southern economies prior to the Civil War. Students then analyze six images, explaining why they are images of either the north or the south. Great for struggling learners and lower grades, or as a differentiated assignment.
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7th - 11th
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Hot Wars in the Cold War Primary Source Analysis Activity Korean War and Vietnam
Need a summary activity on the Hot Wars during the Cold War? Looking for a lesson to practice primary source analysis while you review the Cold War, Korean War, and Vietnam?This 2-page handout provides an assortment of quotes and images for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of the Hot Wars of the Cold War. Includes a wrap-up question in which students utilize all of the information, as well as prior content knowledge for completion.Skills Practiced:Primary Sou
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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
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