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Presidents' Day drama Common Core RH.6-8.5 resources
George vs. George Readers Theater
This Revolutionary War script is based on the book George vs. George by Rosalyn Schanzer. It has 10 narrator parts and 14 character parts. It has an introduction, then covers life in England, life in the colonies, tax problems, The Boston Massacre, The Boston Tea Party, and the war. This will engage readers in the chronological events of the war between Great Britain and America.
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4th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Revolutionary War Readers Theater Bundle
Reader's Theater script: The Trolley Car Case
Take your students into the courtroom to witness two civil rights trials. Were African American riders wrongfully arrested for riding a Louisville trolley car? (Great way to celebrate Black History Month while reviewing history and improving oral language skills.)This 6 page script brings life to history while honing reading fluency and comprehension. Students can feel the tension and become emotionally and intellectually involved in these events as the struggle for equality and historical fig
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4th - 7th
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Also included in:Â Black History Month bundle (in person and remote)
Hamilton Musical: Complete Unit
Wow! This unit is a student favorite! This product bundles 7 lessons that can be used as a collection or each lesson can be used in isolation. The complete unit is included in paper hard copy format AND in the form of a powerpoint that can be easily used by your students in google slides. Each lesson includes student based activities that directly align with 8 different songs from the incredibly popular, Hamilton Musical. Student interest is peaked when the power of music is brought into the cl
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5th - 12th
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Powerful Words: Experience the Impact of the Gettysburg Address
Print and Go PDF Lesson on the Gettysburg AddressThis item includes a background of the Battle of Gettysburg, the Gettysburg Address, and various leveled questions for students to answer.. Here’s what you’ll get:Printable PDFBackground overview on the Battle of GettysburgA copy of the Gettysburg AddressA question sheet which includes Levels 1, 2, and 3 questionsAnswer KeyIMPORTANT!If you chose the PDF version, you MUST open it in Adobe Reader (free) in order for it to work properly with embedded
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6th - 10th
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The Gathering Storm in America Gives Rise to the American Revolution!
The Gathering Storm in America brings history to life with an award-winning (64 minute) audio drama featuring the events that led to American Independence. It tells the remarkable story of an all-but-forgotten forefather whose actions initiated the tumultuous Pre-Revolutionary Period in America. Derived from primary sources, it presents both the British and American points of view on issues that led to the Declaration of Independence and the building of a new nation on democratic principles. T
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5th - 8th
Independence Now! The American Revolution
Independence Now begins with the First Continental Congress and the Suffolk Resolves, a powder keg that ignited military action and set the scene for "the shot heard 'round the world" at Lexington and Concord. This is a chronological journey that takes the student on to Ticonderoga, the siege of Boston, Bunker Hill, Washington's arrival in Boston, Dorchester Heights, Common Sense, and the Declaration of Independence.Included in the Student Workbook is the audio drama and a script for Independ
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5th - 8th
The Dream: Celebrating Black History in a Short Play
This inspiring short play is designed to introduce students to the difference that four African-Americans made in helping our country move in the direction of equality for all citizens. In the story, a student, who was asked to write a paper on one African-American who fought for equal rights, is unsure of where to begin. After falling asleep, the student is greeted by a dream figure and taken to different scenes from the lives of four courageous Americans. Worksheets are included to help acto
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4th - 12th
John F. Kennedy (JFK) Reading Comprehension Activity | Google Apps!
The John F. Kennedy (JFK) Reading Comprehension Activity comes 100% completely ready for learning in both PDF printable and digital (Google Apps) formats! This incredible and easy-to-use activity is the PERFECT supplement to your Civil Rights Movement or Cold War unit! Assign as an individual assignment or use as a classroom activity!With the John F. Kennedy (JFK) reading comprehension activity, your students will learn all about:JFK's upbringingJFK's educational pursuits and accomplishmentsJFK
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5th - 8th
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Hamilton Musical "Right Hand Man"
This lesson includes student based activities that directly aligns with the song, "Right Hand Man" from the incredibly popular, Hamilton Musical. Student interest is peaked when the power of music is brought into the classroom. Students use the lyrics to participate in close reading, historical analysis and vocabulary building skills. The lesson concludes with a creative picture re-tell exercise. The lessons focuses on U.S. History content standards- covering topics like the American Revolutiona
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8th - 11th
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President #1-10 Research Bundle|Reading Comprehension-Bulletin Board- Digital
Make Presidents' Day Shine! Engage Students with this FANTASTIC resource on the first 10 Presidents of the United States! Is your Presidents' Day routine feeling a little...revolutionary war dusty? Spark curiosity and ignite critical thinking with our comprehensive resource bundle on the first 10 presidents of the United States. It's your one-stop shop for an unforgettable celebration or enriching presidential unit, packed with engaging activities, informative reading passages, and eye-catching
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4th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Holiday SUPER Bundle for February - Reading & Writing - Digital
President's Day Bundle Reading Comprehension Differentiated Passage
This bundle includes a passage about George Washington (same content written in 3 passages at a reading level grades 9-10,8, and 6-7) and Abraham Lincoln. Save by purchasing these two resources as a bundle!Check out the previews and descriptions of these Differentiated Reading Passages written at three reading levels and with comprehension questions. Buy purchasing the bundle not only will your students receive relevant content information, but you will receive progress monitoring data on their
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6th - 9th
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Layered Assignment Contract (for Theatre History Project)
This modifiable "contract" is a way for students to display the level of learning and work they wish to do in order to earn a specific grade. Students become empowered when they know exactly what they must do to earn an A, B, or C.
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7th - 12th
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Presidential 45 in 15 Challenge
This is the same product, but in Word format to allow you to edit the items and time for students. Presidents' Day fun. Short lesson challenging students to find presidential firsts, match dates to find the person who was president when history happened, and use logic skills to narrow answers down to the correct choice when the information might not match perfectly. This is a way to quickly review/learn/introduce U.S. presidents and history to make for an interesting Presidents' Day. It is desig
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6th - 9th
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Presidential 45 in 15 Challenge
Presidents' Day fun. Short lesson challenging students to find presidential firsts, match dates to find the person who was president when history happened, and use logic skills to narrow answers down to the correct choice when the information might not match perfectly. This is a way to quickly review/learn/introduce U.S. presidents and history to make for an interesting Presidents' Day. It is designed to be adaptable for use with grades 5 through 12. You can give more time for younger students t
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6th - 9th
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