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African history independent work packet microsofts
"Mansa Musa" + Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessment
Historians aren't exactly sure what year Mansa Musa was born, and they can't even agree on when he died. But they can agree on one thing .... HE LIVED ! A brief Article and Power Point reveal Mansa Musa, the richest man in recorded history - highlighting his accomplishments and impact - including his pilgrimage to Mecca. Activities and Assessment included.Lesson includes: - 3-Page Illustrated Biography- 28-Slide Power Point Presentation - Multiple Choice / Document Based Question Assessm
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5th - 9th
Black Lives Matter Independent Project | Google Slides, Distance Learning
**PROCEEDS FROM THIS SALE ARE DONATED TOWARDS A CAUSE THAT SUPPORTS THE BLACK LIVES MATTER MOVEMENT!* So far, we have collectively donated $1,740 (this number is updated periodically). Thank you, educators, for continuing this vital social justice conversation!This resource includes 5 lesson activities, 26 editable slides. We lives in a global community where it is important to know what is going on around the world and to take action. Recently, media has finally shone attention on violence and
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4th - 10th
Black History Month Calligram Art
This art assignment was created to highlight the incredible contributions by African Canadians/Americans to society. Students are to highlight a historic/current figure by using adjectives, contributions and or notable words that help illustrate their figure. It contains 6 pages (to be printed out and given to students) containing step by step instructions, elements of design used, a rough draft, rubric etc. Elements of design used: • Line: G7:Lines for expressive purposes; diagonal and convergi
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5th - 12th
Medieval West Africa - Introduction - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assess.
The Article and Power Point create a brief overview of the geographic and economic conditions in West Africa up to and including medieval times. A great introduction to a Medieval West Africa Unit. Activities and Assessment included.Lesson Includes: - 4-Page Illustrated Article- 31-Slide Power Point Presentation - Multiple Choice / Document Based Question Assessment + Answer Key - DBQ Scoring Rubric (allows students to easily score each other's short answers) - Medieval West Africa -
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5th - 9th
Mummies; Secrets of the Pharaoh Video Quiz
Part historic journey and part forensic adventure, Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaohs follows researchers and explorers as they piece together the archeological and genetic clues of Egyptian mummies. These relics of the past create a window into the fascinating and mysterious world of the pharaohs. In addition to increasing our understanding of the culture, religion, medicine, and daily life of the Egyptians thousands of years ago, scientists today are reconstructing mummy DNA to gain insight in
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5th - 12th
Imperialism in Africa Webquest
Did you know that Ethiopia was never colonized by Europeans? In this activity, students will examine a variety of primary and secondary online sources to learn about the perspectives and experiences of Europeans and Africans during the imperial era. They will learn about Kipling's "white man's burden," compare it to the realities of European economic exploitation and militarism, and explore how different African groups responded to and resisted European rule, including Menelik II's victory over
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9th - 12th
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Novel Study: Tristan Strong Punches A Hole In The Sky by Kwame Mbalia
Includes questions for each chapter and answer key with page numbers for each question.
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4th - 8th
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Imperialism in Africa Webquest
Did you know that Ethiopia was never colonized by Europeans? In this activity, students will examine a variety of primary and secondary online sources to learn about the perspectives and experiences of Europeans and Africans during the imperial era. They will learn about Kipling's "white man's burden," compare it to the realities of European economic exploitation and militarism, and explore how different African groups responded to and resisted European rule, including Menelik II's victory over
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9th - 12th
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The Berlin Conference Webquest
What is the cost of a bicycle tire? In this activity, students will examine a variety of primary and secondary online sources to learn about the imperialist policies which were encapsulated at the Berlin Conference. They will learn about the technological innovations that made imperialism possible, the ideologies that justified it, and the consequences on African people, with a focus on the Congo Free State under Leopold II. Each section includes a resource (or resources) on the left and questio
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9th - 12th
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The Berlin Conference Webquest
What is the cost of a bicycle tire? In this activity, students will examine a variety of primary and secondary online sources to learn about the imperialist policies which were encapsulated at the Berlin Conference. They will learn about the technological innovations that made imperialism possible, the ideologies that justified it, and the consequences on African people, with a focus on the Congo Free State under Leopold II. Each section includes a resource (or resources) on the left and questio
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9th - 12th
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FRENCH Black Lives Matter Independent Project | Google Slides, Distance Learning
**A portion of proceeds made on this sale will be donated towards a cause that supports the Black Lives Matter movement!**Cette ressource inclut 5 activités, 24 diapositives modifiables. Nous habitons dans une communauté globale où il est important de savoir ce qui se passe au monde et de prendre l'action. Récemment, on voit beaucoup de violence et injustice contre les personnes Noires à travers de l'Amérique du Nord. Cette ressource explique ce qui se passe, pourquoi, et comment on peut aider.
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4th - 10th
Pyramids on the Nile (3500 B.C. - 450 B.C.)
This interactive presentation provides details regarding how civilization emerged in Egypt and became united into a kingdom ruled by pharaohs. It covers the geography of Egypt, Upper and Lower Egypt, environmental challenges, movement of goods and ideas, Egypt unites into a kingdom, Pharaohs rule as gods, Builders of the pyramids, religion and life, mummification, Egyptian writing, science, and technology, among other things.I've created many interactive Google Slides presentations. If you like
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
Human Rights Violations: Bengali, Cambodia, and Rwanda Genocides
This handout has students first explore the motives and emotions behind people's desire to limit human rights of others. Then, students learn about three genocides and answer analysis questions. Because the genocides are broken into separate sections, this can be a jigsaw, stations, or just individual work packets. The three genocides are:The Pakistani genocide of Bengalis in Bangladesh in 1971The Cambodian Genocide led by the Khmer Rouge and Pol Pot from 1975-79The Rwandan genocide led by Hutus
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
African Cultures and Geography Word Cloud Worksheet with Rubric | Microsoft
A fun activity where students use “Africa” to create word clouds. They draw unique shapes to symbolize the continent and fill them with words that describe geographic & cultural features of Africa. This is a creative way to review ideas or check for understanding that students enjoy. A rubric is included for easy grading! Your Purchase Includes Editable & PDF Copies:Printable Worksheet & RubricPowerPoint Explain Slide with ExamplesTeacher Reference GuideAligned with Social Studies
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3rd - 8th
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Medieval W Africa - Map & Research Activities, Assessments (Distance Learning)
"Medieval West Africa - Activities" is a colorful yet challenging project which includes the making of up to four maps: the Vegetation Zones of West Africa, the Empire of Ghana, the Empire of Mali, and the Empire of Songhai - all with five things to identify. The Lesson also includes nine general research Document Based Questions the answers to which are easily found in textbooks, online, or with the "Medieval West African Civilizations" Synopsis that is included. Great for pairs, or small group
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5th - 9th
Just Mercy Chapter Questions
I've developed chapter questions for "Just Mercy" to help keep my students current in their reading requirements. A total of 24 pages, and while some chapters have more questions than others, the average number of questions per chapter is 10.I use this in a class called "Writing in the Liberal Arts." I use it with high school students who are taking the class for college credit, so I feel as though it's appropriate for high school and college students.And, for what it's worth, I have a PhD in cu
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11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
World History- Ancient African Trade Timeline and Research
Using a timeline of information, the students will fill in the boxes that mark the Ancient African Trade. After that, they will go to Ducksters and complete a short five question webquest.Answers are provided.
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5th - 8th
Black History: 42 and The Jackie Robinson Story (1950) Film Guides, Links, Units
Teachers and Parents,As a TPT Teach for Social Justice author and a UCLA graduate this product is one I took very seriously and worked extremely hard to perfect. It can stand alone or be paired seamlessly with any of my other social justice products. No matter what your needs, your students will get a rich and rewarding experience from these movie guides.Included in this product are a whooping forty-five plot comprehension questions (with answer key) and six essay follow-up questions to go with
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6th - 12th
AntiRacist Journal Workbook
Anti-Racist Workbook is a digital 30-page-workbook to support students in dealing with racism. "What we need now more than ever is a human rights movement that challenges systemic racism in every single context"-Opal Tometi. This workbook can be used in an English Language Arts classroom, history, or personal growth class such as advisory. Your learners will enjoy the rigor and creativity of these engaging activities built from best teaching practices. Featured:ValuesAnti-racist visionIdentityH
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6th - 9th
Also included in: Blended by Sharon Draper Novel Study/Tolerance/Short Story BUNDLE
1953 Iranian Coup: Reading and Comprehension
A few hot days in Tehran changed the history of Iran forever- but how? This 2-page article explores the 1953 Iranian Coup, orchestrated by the CIA. Students will read about the background of the operation, how it was executed, and the blowback that ensued. This fascinating topic is sure to captivate your class. You can check what they know afterward using the provided worksheet (answer key included). Contains: 2-page article, 1-page worksheet, 1-page answer keyPurpose: To teach the 1953 Iranian
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7th - 9th
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Empire of Ghana and Modern Day Problems
This handout has students brainstorm 5 modern day problems and then read primary and secondary sources, including maps, about the Empire of Ghana during the Middle Ages. Their goal is to find ideas or polices that could help to solve at least 2 of the modern problems the students brainstormed initially. It's a great way for students to try to find modern relevance in historical facts.
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: African History Bundle
Intro To Sociology- Chapter 10- U.S. Racial Demographics Maps and Graphs
- an independent work packet guiding students through maps, graphs, charts, and political cartoons regarding Race, Ethnicity, and Race Relations in the U.S.- Answer Key included-coincides with my Chapter 10 Intro to Sociology materials, but can be used as a stand alone assignment
Grades:
9th - 12th
Also included in: Intro to Sociology- Chapter 10 Bundle- Race and Ethnicity
South African History and Apartheid
This 6 page handout takes students through the history of South Africa from imperialism to the end of Apartheid. It focuses students on specific individuals in the struggle against Apartheid such as Nelson Mandela, Steve Biko, and Desmond Tutu, while also asking them analysis questions throughout. It includes QR code links to youtube videos (the titles of the videos are there too so students can just search for them). This is a very chunky assignment that can easily last two to three class perio
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: African History Bundle
Apartheid Laws (Distance Learning)
This handout has brief descriptions of several Apartheid laws passed from 1950-1956. After each one, students must analyze what they think would happen if individuals violated these laws, and then at the end, they are presented with four options for how people could have rebelled (civil disobedience, non-violent protest, strikes/boycotts, violent rebellion) and asked which of these options would have been the best way to change these laws. It is formatted for google classroom.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Law and Justice Curriculum
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