8th grade Halloween social studies resources for Easel Assessments

Ancient History, Social Studies - History, World History

Teaching your students about the cuneiform writing system is fun and easy with this no-prep resource bundle! This ready-to-use lesson value bundle teaches students about cuneiform and its importance in Ancient Sumer and other Mesopotamian ancient civilizations. Students will have fun deciphering hidden messages and learning about how cuneiform was used in Ancient Sumer.This bundle includes: A reading passage handout introducing cuneiform and how it was usedA cuneiform translation handout that al

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Handouts

Printable Skeleton Labeling Project for Anatomy and Biology or Halloween

Created by

Teacher Toy Shop

Looking for an engrossing and educational resource to help students identify skeletal bones? Download Printable Skeleton Labeling Project for Anatomy and Biology! Engage your students in a hands-on exploration of the human skeleton system, making learning about bones, anatomy, and biology both interactive and enjoyable. Perfect for year-round use, but especially for Halloween! This project creates the most amazing themed door décor! Students construct a 40-inch tall bulletin board skeleton, prov

Subjects:

Anatomy, Biology, Halloween

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Printables, Bulletin Board Ideas, Interactive Notebooks

NGSS:

4-LS1-1

, MS-LS1-3

, HS-LS1-2

, MS-LS1-4

Also included in: Science Projects and Activities for Halloween and October

Blood on the River Novel Test - Printable & Digital

Created by

English Teacher Things

Need a rigorous way to assess your novel study? This end-of-book test (part of my bestselling Blood on the River Novel Unit) covers comprehension and reading skills in Elisa Carbone's Jamestown novel, Blood on the River. It contains eight vocabulary matching questions, 22 multiple-choice story questions, and a paragraph response about how Samuel (the narrator) changes throughout the novel.Concepts covered include:VocabularyPlotCharacterConflictSettingThemeCause and effectInferenceand more!This r

Subjects:

Literature, Reading, U.S. History

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Assessment

CCSS:

RL.5.2

, RL.5.3

, RL.6.2

, RL.6.3

, RL.6.5

...

Also included in: Blood on the River Novel Study Bundle - Printable & Digital

Salem Witch Trials Virtual Field Trip Webquest for Middle and High School

Created by

TeachWithBri

Travel to Salem, Massachusetts to explore and learn all about the history of the Salem Witch Trials in this Virtual Field Trip worksheet activity pack. This historic lesson is perfect for middle school and high school this Halloween or Fall Take a Virtual Field Trip:Take a video walking tour of Salem and many of this historical sitesWatch a Ted-Edu video to learn about what the trials were and the historyExplore the key historical sites of Salem in this 360 website tourRead all about the trials

Subjects:

European History, Halloween, Social Studies - History

Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities

Also included in: Halloween Virtual Field Trip Discount Bundle for Middle and High School

Civics Task Cards: Types & Systems of Government Review

Created by

Happy Teacher Resources

If you're reviewing Types of Government and Systems of Government in your middle school Civics or American Government classroom, thiss Civics Task Cards: Types & Systems of Government Review set will make your life so much easier! This set of 32 Task Cards quiz students on vocabulary and key concepts related to Forms & Systems of Government, and include definitions, multiple choice questions, analogies, scenarios to interpret, and pictures to analyze! Perfect for middle and high school s

Subjects:

Civics, Government, U.S. History

Grades:

6th - 11th

Types:

Printables, Task Cards

Also included in: Happy Teacher Resources FULL STORE CIVICS BUNDLE (Growing Bundle)

A Nation Divided (Civil War) in Pictures for Special Ed, ESL and ELL Students

Created by

Lonnie Dai Zovi

A Nation Divided (Civil War) in Pictures for Differentiating Instruction, Special Ed., ELL and ESL Students from the Include Me © Series U.S. History Vol. 1 (Teacher's Resource Book for Differentiated Instruction, Special Education and ELLs) is a picture based, simple, and leveled, packet to differentiate instruction. With your good teaching, and with these worksheets to teach both the concepts, vocabulary and facts of A Nation Divided (Civil War) period, all students will develop Englis

Subjects:

EFL - ESL - ELD, Special Education, U.S. History

Grades:

4th - 8th

Types:

CCSS:

, L.4.5c

Also included in: U.S. History Simplified in Pictures For Special Ed and ESL/ELL BUNDLE

Latitude and Longitude Activities | Map Skills Worksheets Posters Presentation

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Geography, Social Studies - History, World History

Learning about latitude and longitude is fun and easy with this resource bundle! This ready-to-use no prep value bundle teaches students about latitude and longitude, the hemispheres of the world, major lines of latitude and longitude (Equator, Prime Meridian, Tropic of Cancer and Capricorn, Arctic and Antarctic Circle), and finding locations using geographic coordinates! This bundle includes: Four handouts introducing latitude and longitude, the world's hemispheres, absolute and relative locati

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Posters

CCSS:

RH.6-8.7

Also included in: Social Studies History Skills Value Bundle | Sources Map Skills Timelines Dating

Mythology PowerPoint - What Everyone Should Know From A-Z with Easel Assessment

Created by

HappyEdugator

Mythology PowerPoint - What Everyone Should Know From A-Z PowerPoint and Easel Assessment. Slides on what is a myth, classical mythology, and the main characters and myths of Greek and Roman mythology. Photos of statues and ruins, coins and ancient art, as well as interesting facts about the gods, goddesses, and heroes of ancient Greece. Build background knowledge before starting any mythology unit. 69 informational slides, 50 question/answer slides, and 25 Easel Assessment pages.Includes inform

Subjects:

Ancient History, Literature, Reading

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Assessment

CCSS:

RL.4.4

, RL.4.9

Ancient Egypt Hieroglyphics Activity Value Bundle - Worksheets and Presentation

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Ancient History, Social Studies - History, World History

Learn about Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics and writing systems with this no-prep resource bundle! This ready-to-use lesson value bundle teaches students about hieroglyphics and the discovery of the Rosetta Stone. Students will have fun deciphering hidden messages and learning about how hieroglyphics were used in Ancient Egypt, and by which members of Egyptian society. Background information on other Ancient Egyptian writing systems like Hieratic and Demotic Script is also provided. This bundle i

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Handouts

"The Counter-Reformation" - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessments

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European History, Social Studies - History, World History

The 4-page Article and 27-slide Power Point explain the important aspects of The Counter Reformation - Included: The Council of Trent, The Society of Jesus, The Inquisition and The Index of Forbidden Books. Activities, as well as, Multiple Choice and Document-Based Question Assessments included.Lesson includes: - 4-Page illustrated Article - 27-Slide Power Point Presentation - Multiple Choice / Document Based Question Assessment + Answer Key- Primary Source: - from the "Autobiography of

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Independent Work Packet, Lesson

CCSS:

, W.5.4

...

Historical Dating Timelines Chronology BCE/BC CE/AD Activities History Skills

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Ancient History, Social Studies - History, World History

Teach historical dating, BCE/BC and CE/AD, timelines, chronology, dating methods, and more with this resource bundle! This bundle includes more than 20 pages of worksheets, handouts, graphic organizers, and readings that will let your students think like historians and explore questions of time, chronology, and methods of dating events and artifacts. Students will learn about the differences between absolute and relative dating, the difference between pre-history and history, and how history can

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 12th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Printables

Also included in: Social Studies History Skills Value Bundle | Sources Map Skills Timelines Dating

Día de los Reyes Magos Reading Passage

Created by

MommyMaestra

Introduce your students to a Christmastime tradition with this Día de los Reyes Magos Reading Passage! This concise resource is tailored for 6th-10th grade students, providing insights into the history of the Epiphany as it is celebrated in Latin America and Spain.Dive into the rich traditions of this holiday through a one-page informational text, available in vibrant full color or practical black-and-white. Engage your students with a detailed exploration of Día de los Reyes Magos, correcting m

Subjects:

Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa, Informational Text, Social Studies - History

Grades:

6th - 10th

Types:

Printables, Cultural Activities, Centers

Also included in: Hispanic Holidays 1-Page Reading Passages (BUNDLE)

"Medieval Knights and Chivalry" - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessments

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Middle Ages, Social Studies - History, World History

The illustrated Article and Power Point describe the process of becoming a knight and explain the code of chivalry. Activities and Common Core-Aligned Document Based Question Assessments included.Lesson includes: - 3-Page Illustrated Article - 39-Slide Power Point Presentation - Multiple Choice - Document Based Question Assessment + Answer Key- Common Core-Aligned - DBQ Short Answer Assessment + Answer Key - DBQ Scoring Rubric (allows students to easily score each other's short answer

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

CCSS:

Middle School History and Geography

...

The Curse of the Pharaohs - King Tut's Curse

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This worksheet covers the curse of the pharaohs, specifically, the curse of King Tut.The worksheet includes brief information on the following:The curse of the pharaohsThe curse of TutankhamunEvidence for a curseEvidence against a curseDeaths commonly linked to Tutankhamun's curseA PDF worksheet, a link to download the worksheet in Google Slides, an optional worksheet with ten multiple-choice questions, an answer key, and a link to download the questions as a Google Form are all included.At the

Subjects:

Ancient History, Social Studies - History, World History

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

CCSS:

Also included in: Ancient Egypt Bundle

"Mansa Musa" + Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessment

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African History, Middle Ages, Social Studies - History

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

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Independent Work Packet, Lesson

CCSS:

...

The Medieval Catholic Church's Role - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assess

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Middle Ages, Social Studies - History, World History

The illustrated Article and Power Point describe the Medieval Catholic Church, the increase of its influence and its relationship with the monarchy. It explains the orders founded at this time (Benedictines - monastic ... and Franciscans - mendicant), as well as, demonstrates the Church's emphasis on education, and its influence on universities. Benedict of Nursia, Francis of Assisi, and Thomas Aquinas are highlighted. Activities and Common Core-Aligned DBQ Assessments included.Lesson include

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

CCSS:

...

Early Capitalism and Mercantilism - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessment

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European History, Social Studies - History, World History

The 3-page illustrated Article and 21-page Power Point explain how the Age of Exploration led to the system of capitalism and the philosophy of mercantilism, both of which dominated Europe and the rest of the world for centuries, and still greatly influences the world economy today. Activities and Common Core-Aligned Document Based Question Assessments included.Lesson includes: - 3-Page Illustrated Article - 21-Slide Power Point Presentation- Multiple Choice / Document Based Question Asses

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

CCSS:

...

"The Columbian Exchange" - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessments (DL)

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European History, Social Studies - History, World History

The illustrated Article and Power Point examine the outcome and consequences of the European discovery of the Western Hemisphere - the exchange of goods, people, plants, animals, and ideas. Activities and Common Core-Aligned Document Based Question Assessment included.Lesson includes: - 3-Page Article- 21-Slide Power Point Presentation - Multiple Choice / DBQ Assessment + Answer Key - Primary Source: - from "Letter from Christopher Columbus" - 3 Primary Source Visual Attachments - Common

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, DBQs, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

...

Medieval West Africa - "The Story of Sundiata" - Article, Power Point, Assess.

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Middle Ages, Social Studies - History, World History

The illustrated Article and Power Point, "The Story of Sundiata" is an engaging story of the life-altering journey a disabled boy, named Sundiata, undertakes to become a great warrior and eventual ruler of the Empire of Mali. The story, "The Lion King" has many parallels to this story. Ideal for Venn Diagram, T Square, and/or discussion groups. The Story of Sundiata makes a perfect cross-curriculum and/or extension lesson. Great for a discussion centered on whether a griot is a storyteller or

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Assessment, Lesson

CCSS:

, RI.8.2

...

Islam - 1,001 Arabian Nights - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessment

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Middle Ages, Social Studies - History, World History

The Article and Power Point are explanations of the mythical origin of the book, A Thousand and One Nights. Scheherazade, the daughter of one of the king's viziers, decides to put an end to a terrible tradition. Excellent story of 1,001 tales told in 1,001 nights in order to save lives. Engaging extension to Islamic Unit. Activities and Document Based Question Assessments included.Lesson includes: - 4-Page Illustrated Article - 21 Slide Power Point- Multiple Choice / Document Based Question

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Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

CCSS:

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"The Sea Voyages of Zheng He" - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessments

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Middle Ages, Social Studies - History, World History

The Article and Power Point tell of the Ming's attempt to widen its tributary system and establish a state monopoly on trade by sending Admiral Zheng He on numerous sea voyages to distant lands. Activities, and C. C. Aligned Document-Based Question Assessments included.Lesson includes: - 2-Page Illustrated Article- 31-Slide Power Point Presentation- Multiple Choice / Document Based Question Assessment + Answer Key - Primary Source: - from "Zheng He's Journal" + Attachments- Common Core

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

CCSS: