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Common Core WHST.6-8.2d activboard activities
Latitude and Longitude Map Geography Skills Google Slides Pear Deck
Improve your students' map skills with these interactive and engaging Pear Deck slides! Teach your students how to identify lines of latitude and longitude, the Equator, and the Prime Meridian with ease. These slides are a great addition to your geography lesson plans, and can be used as a formative assessment or review activity. The slides come with a brief video tutorial to explain these concepts, followed by an activity where students will pin and label locations on a map using either Google
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6th - 8th
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Middle School Geography Timeline Map Skills Interactive Google Slides Pear Deck
Introduce your students to essential social studies skills with this interactive and engaging Pear Deck lesson on Geography, Timelines, and Primary and Secondary Sources! This Google Slides presentation includes mixed-level questions to guide instruction, and students will practice important ELA skills such as identifying and applying domain-specific vocabulary, composing clear written responses, and other writing and reading comprehension skills. This lesson is perfect for whole group instructi
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6th - 8th
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Ancient Classical Greek Philosophies and Philosophers Pear Deck Google Slides
Engage your students in learning about philosophy and ancient Greek philosophers such as Aristotle, Plato, and Socrates with these interactive Pear Deck slides! This lesson features engaging multimedia resources, including YouTube and EdPuzzle videos, to teach students the meaning of philosophy and the impact of these great thinkers on Western thought.In addition to learning about the history of philosophy, students will also analyze quotes from these philosophers and evaluate their validity. Th
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Ancient Greece BUNDLE Pear Decks, Google Docs, and more!
Religion of Ancient Mesopotamia Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
Students will explore the importance of religion in ancient Mesopotamia through interactive Pear Deck slides. This lesson incorporates the ELA skill of RACE, breaking down the skill to help students evaluate why the Mesopotamians/Sumerians used gods based on nature. Students will also practice essential skills such as finding and citing text evidence, composing a written response, and reading comprehension. This is a versatile lesson suitable for standardized test prep, sub plans, practicing DBQ
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Mesopotamia BUNDLE Pear Decks, Mini DBQs, and more!
Cave Art of the Stone Age Google Slides Pear Deck
Engage your students with a journey into the past and analyze the historical significance of cave art with these interactive Pear Deck slides! Your students will watch a brief National Geographic video about cave art and take a virtual tour. They will also have the opportunity to draw their own cave art and describe the differences between the Paleolithic and Neolithic Eras. This lesson includes constructive writing tasks with analysis questions about different types of cave art.By analyzing sou
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Early Humans Stone Age BUNDLE Pear Decks, Google Docs, and more!
Introduction to Rome Rise of the Roman Republic Pear Deck Google Slides
Introduce the Roman Republic to your students with this engaging Pear Deck, perfect for both instructor-paced and student-paced modes. Explore the legend of Romulus and Remus, learn about the fall of the Etruscans, and how it led to the creation of a democratic government. This lesson also includes a BrainPOP video about the Roman Republic (BrainPOP sign-on required!). Mixed-level questions are included to guide instruction and help students practice important ELA skills such as finding and citi
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6th - 8th
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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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United States Constitution Bill of Rights Interactive Google Slides Pear Deck
Engage your students with these interactive Google Slides/Pear Deck that cover the fundamentals of the United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights. This resource includes a BrainPop video (log-in required!) about the Constitution and interactive writing and drawing prompts to help students master the content. Additionally, this lesson features 3 samples of "Do Now" questions and 2 samples of "Closing" tasks to connect the lesson to current events of 2020 or to prompt students to reflect on
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6th - 8th
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What Is Civics Introduction to Civic Engagement Pear Deck Google Slides
Introduce your students to Civics with these 10 thought-provoking questions! This slide deck can be used in whole-group instruction for maximum engagement, or in self-paced mode. A YouTube video explaining the importance of civics and civic engagement are also included. This lesson incorporates mixed-level questions to guide instruction and improve students' ELA skills, such as identifying and applying domain-specific vocabulary and composing clear written responses.These slides are perfect for
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6th - 8th
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Atlantic Slave Trade Middle Passage Pear Deck Google Slides
Engage your students with this interactive Pear Deck that explores the influence of the Atlantic Slave Trade and the Middle Passage on world history! This lesson includes a TED-Ed video, reading passages, geography activities, and primary source analysis to help students understand who gained and who lost during this era. Students will analyze text and visual evidence to help them answer questions and practice essential ELA skills such as identifying and applying domain-specific vocabulary, comp
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7th - 9th
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FREEBIE Latitude and Longitude Map Geography Skills Google Slides Pear Deck
Looking to teach your students the basics of latitude and longitude? Look no further than these interactive Pear Deck slides! This engaging lesson will teach students how to identify lines of latitude and longitude, as well as the Equator and Prime Meridian. With activities that challenge students to determine the definitions of Longitude and Latitude, and opportunities to create and call out a list of locations on a world map using Google Earth or an atlas (not included), this lesson is designe
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5th - 9th
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Introduction to Geography “Where Would You Go?” Pear Deck Google Slides
Introduce your students to geography with these engaging Pear Deck slides! This resource will teach students how geography is related to history, civics, economics, sociology, and more. Students will practice identifying and applying domain-specific vocabulary, composing clear written responses, and developing other important writing and reading comprehension skills.After watching a National Geographic video about the importance of geography, students will be given four fictitious regions with d
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6th - 8th
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Ancient Rome Roman Republic Roman Empire Interactive Activities and Lessons
These resources are perfect for engaging students in standardized test prep, sub plans, whole group instruction, or student-paced mode. With this bundle, you will receive a variety of interactive and engaging activities, including Pear Deck lessons, Google Slides, BrainPOP videos, primary source analyses, and compare and contrast activities. Your students will develop important ELA skills such as finding and citing text evidence, identifying and applying domain-specific vocabulary, composing cle
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6th - 8th
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The European Renaissance Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
Engage your students with these interactive Pear Deck slides that provide an overview of the key ideas of the Renaissance. Featuring prominent figures such as Michelangelo, da Vinci, Galileo, and Machiavelli, this deck includes a video summary of the Renaissance, primary source analysis, and other engaging activities. Students will also develop their geography skills as they explore the Renaissance's impact on various regions. This lesson incorporates mixed-level questions to guide instruction a
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6th - 8th
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Election Day for 2024 Presidential Election Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
Teach the importance of presidential elections with these interactive slides! Students will learn about political parties, the electoral college, and the issues candidates campaign on. This slide introduces the concept of voting with a "This or That" game where students must pick ONE side with multiple things that interest them or they like. This resource can be used as a whole class lesson (recommended for discussion!) or in self-paced mode. Students will also practice important ELA skills such
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6th - 8th
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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: Mesopotamia BUNDLE Pear Decks, Mini DBQs, and more!
Middle School Social Studies Skills and Vocabulary Interactive Activities Bundle
Discover my top-rated Social Studies introduction resources! This bundle will assist students in comprehending geography, distinguishing between primary and secondary sources, and timeline skills. Students will exercise crucial writing and reading comprehension skills such as identifying and applying domain-specific vocabulary and composing clear written responses. Additionally, the bundle includes some freebies to promote class climate and culture.Related Products⭐ World History Social Studies
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6th - 8th
Otzi Investigation - Death Theories Google Slides Pear Deck
Looking for a fun and engaging way to teach your students about the theories behind Otzi the Iceman's death? These short and interactive Pear Deck slides are perfect for incorporating into a center, flipped classroom assignment, or as a whole group discussion - the possibilities are endless! With this lesson, students will learn the skills necessary for analyzing sources, which is an essential skill for DBQs. Additionally, they will practice important ELA skills such as finding and citing eviden
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6th - 8th
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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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Religion of Ancient Egypt Interactive Google Slides Pear Deck
Engage your students in learning about the polytheistic religion of ancient Egypt with interactive Pear Deck activities. This lesson includes sequencing the steps of mummification and a brief written response using RACE to determine why Egyptians had gods based on nature. Through these tasks, students will practice finding and cite text evidence to form written responses, all while deepening their understanding of ancient Egyptian religion.This lesson is perfect for teachers looking for engaging
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Ancient Egypt BUNDLE Pear Decks, Google Docs, and more!
Ancient Chinese Philosophies Interactive Google Slides Pear Deck
Introduce your students to the fascinating world of ancient Chinese philosophies! This activity covers three significant ancient Chinese philosophies, Taoism/Daoism, Legalism, and Confucianism, and includes writing tasks where students will relate these philosophies to modern-day scenarios. Not only will your students learn about these philosophies, but they will also practice important ELA skills, such as identifying and applying domain-specific vocabulary, composing clear written responses, an
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Ancient China BUNDLE Pear Decks, Google Docs, and more!
George Washington Farewell Address Presidents Day Pear Deck Google Slides
Engage your students in US history with this interactive George Washington Farewell Address Pear Deck. With visually appealing and interactive content, students can explore the impact of George Washington's famous address on the nation. This lesson emphasizes the significance of leadership, patriotism, and communication skills. Activities in the slides enable students to examine key passages of the address, analyze their relevance to modern times, and reflect on their lasting impact. You can eas
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Middle School Early United States History Interactive Lessons 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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American Revolutionary War Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
Discover an immersive American Revolutionary War lesson with these interactive Pear Deck slides! From the Enlightenment Period to the decisive Battles of Saratoga, Bunker Hill, and Yorktown, students will delve into Washington's leadership, the Treaty of Paris, and more. This lesson provides an in-depth exploration of key events and factors shaping this pivotal period in American history. Engage students further with a geography activity focusing on New Jersey, spotlighting Washington's strateg
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7th - 9th
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Also included in: Middle School Early United States History Interactive Lessons BUNDLE
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