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Common Core WHST.6-8.2a activboard activities
U.S. Geography with BOOM Cards - Map Skills Activities - 4th, 5th, 6th grades
Your 4th, 5th, 6th, and 7th grade students will enjoy reviewing and learning from the geography of the United States with this all-encompassing Social Studies bundle. Use this as a preview to see what students know, as a review to see what they've learned, or as an active learning and planning unit about the U.S.A.With this US Geography bundle, your students will:Practice and review geography vocabularyIdentify locations of statesIdentify state abbreviations and capitals Determine locations of
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4th - 7th
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Introduction to the Age of Exploration Interactive Google Slides Pear Deck
Students will explore the Age of Exploration with map and geography skills and various interactive activities in this engaging Pear Deck presentation. They will analyze the four "G's" - gold, glory, God, and goods - and how they initially inspired Portuguese explorers (da Gama, Dias, and Prince Henry the Navigator) to explore new sea trade routes. These slides can be used as a whole group lecture with note-taking or in self-paced mode, making it a versatile resource for any classroom. This lesso
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Middle School World History Social Studies Pear Deck Google Slides Bundle
Achievements of Ancient Mesopotamia Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
Students will explore the achievements of Mesopotamia and the importance of these achievements to the civilization, using the ELA skill of RACE and primary source analysis. Through interactive Pear Deck slides, students will practice essential skills such as finding and citing text evidence, composing a written response, and reading comprehension skills. They will also analyze an excerpt from the Epic of Gilgamesh. This lesson is ideal for standardized test prep, a sub plan, practicing DBQ skill
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Mesopotamia BUNDLE Pear Decks, Mini DBQs, and more!
Road to the Middle Ages for Middle School Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
This Pear Deck is an invaluable resource that facilitates a smooth transition from the Roman Empire to the Middle Ages, preventing confusion among students who may ask, "Wait, how did we jump from Rome to the Middle Ages? What happened?!" The Pear Deck slides feature interactive elements that provide opportunities for students to practice basic ELA skills, watch a TedEd video about the Byzantine Empire, fill out a graphic organizer for the Great Schism, sharpen their geography skills, and even i
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Middle Ages Medieval Times in Western Europe Interactive Activities Bundle
Ancient Egypt Social Studies Interactive ELA Skills Pear Decks Google Slides
Engage your students in the wonders of ancient Egypt with interactive Pear Deck slides that help them practice ELA and Social Studies skills! These lessons cover all the major aspects of ancient Egypt and encourage students to cite and highlight text evidence, use RACE to construct written responses, and use sequencing to summarize texts. In addition, they will learn important Social Studies skills such as mapping and timeline skills. Use this bundle to introduce the topic, as a formative or sum
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6th - 8th
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Ukraine Russia Conflict Pear Deck Google Slides
This slide deck breaks down what is currently going on with Ukraine and Russia as of March 8, 2022. The lesson is fully editable and can be adapted as needed based on student sensitivity or on new events that occur. It features a 5 Themes of Geography Analysis of both Russia and Ukraine, a YouTube video explaining what caused the turmoil, and a free Newsela article to help explain how this will impact the United States and the rest of the world. Students will also practice important ELA skills s
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Middle School Social Studies Interactive Activities for Back to School
Cuneiform in Ancient Mesopotamia Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
Take your students on a journey to being a Mesopotamian scribe through the history of cuneiform and writing! With these interactive slides, students will embark on a journey back in time to learn about the origins of cuneiform, its significance in Mesopotamian society, and how it shaped the development of human communication.But what sets this resource apart is its interactivity! Through Pear Deck integration, students will actively participate in the learning process. They'll be able to see rea
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Mesopotamia BUNDLE Pear Decks, Mini DBQs, and more!
Christopher Columbus: Genius Or Villain? Google Slides Pear Deck Source Analysis
Experience a fresh approach to studying Christopher Columbus! This Pear Deck will guide students through the various perspectives of Christopher Columbus via primary and secondary sources. Students will use DBQ skills to analyze these sources and determine if Columbus was a genius or villain, or perhaps both. These slides can be used as a whole group lecture with note-taking or in self-paced mode. This lesson incorporates mixed-level questions to guide instruction. Students will also practice im
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Middle School World History Social Studies Pear Deck Google Slides Bundle
Civic Action Research Bullying Survey Data Analysis Pear Deck Google Jamboard
Get students into a civic action research mindset with real survey data and thought-provoking questions! This Youth Participatory Action Research activity comes with TWO options: students can collaborate together on a Google Jamboard OR answer in Pear Deck. This data was taken from a real survey recorded by my 8th grade students in their Youth Participatory Action Research Project. I used this to teach about data analysis and how collecting ideas can giveaway for making a real change!This slide
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6th - 8th
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Neanderthals Early Humans Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
Neanderthals: Learn about where they came from, how they lived, and their influence on human evolution in these interactive Pear Deck slides! Students will explore theories about their disappearance and the initial reactions of scientists to their discovery, all while practicing important ELA skills such as text annotation and written responses. Mixed-level questions guide instruction, making it perfect for cross-curricular standardized test prep, sub plans, or independent practice. This Pear De
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Early Humans Stone Age BUNDLE Pear Decks, Google Docs, and more!
The Renaissance and Reformation Bundle of Interactive Activities and Lessons
Get a discounted rate on my Renaissance and Reformation resources bundle, which includes everything you need to teach about these two important periods in history. This bundle will help students understand the key concepts of the Renaissance and Reformation, including the major events, figures, and ideas that shaped these eras.As I continue to create new resources for my classes, I will update this bundle with even more valuable content. Take advantage of this special offer now and stay tuned fo
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6th - 8th
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