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World history independent work packets for homeschool under $5
World War II: Map Coloring & Labeling Activities- Europe & Pacific Theaters!
This World War II Map Activity includes two map activities that include blank maps, student direction sheets, follow-up map tasks, and completed sample maps to use as reference. One map activity focuses on Axis Expansion in EUROPE and one on Axis Expansion in ASIA (The Pacific). They can be used with many different age groups, learning styles, and independently- great addition to your WWII unit!**Note: These maps focus on the peak of Axis power/control during WWII. Please see the completed ma
Grades:
5th - 10th
Also included in:Â US History / American History BIG BUNDLE of Resources! NO-PREP!
September 11 Reading Comprehension Passage and Easel Activity
September 11 or Patriot Day activity for upper grades. A kid-friendly informational text reading passage of the events of 9-11 with comprehension questions, and a flag coloring sheet. Includes original photos of the fire department memorial at Ground Zero. Students read the nonfiction story or have it read to them and look at the photos and discuss what happened on 9/11. (Can be projected for the whole class to see.) Then they answer the comprehension questions and write an acrostic poem for Pat
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Viking Ship Interactive Distance Learning Geoexplorers Reading Project Vikings
Explore the world with my Geoexplorers projects! This project focuses on the Viking ships of Norway and Scandinavia. Have your students read the included story about Vikings and answer questions related to the text. A second page using the vocabulary will help the students find the meaning of new words. Once the reading lesson is complete, your students get to build their own Viking ship! This lesson can be used independently, or to enrich a unit already being taught. The page of directions can
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3rd - 8th
USA LANDMARKS Coloring Pages Activity | Bulletin Board Decor Posters
Set of 15 Famous USA Landmarks with Informational Text Coloring Pages or Posters. Makes a great addition to history interactive notebooks, biography projects, or research units. Keep these in your early finisher folder for no-prep fun.CLICK HERE to save 30% on this resource in the American Landmarks Bundle!Famous USA Landmarks Included: The AlamoCloud GateEmpire State BuildingFreedom TowerGateway ArchGolden Gate BridgeThe Grand CanyonHollywood SignHoover DamLas Vegas StripMount RushmoreSpace Nee
Grades:
2nd - 5th
FAMOUS ARTISTS Coloring Pages | Famous Artist Worksheets | Art History Activity
Set of 14 Famous Artists with Informational Text Coloring Pages or Posters. Makes a great addition to history interactive notebooks, biography projects, or research units. Keep these in your early finisher folder for no-prep fun.CLICK HERE to save 25% on this resource in the Famous Artists Bundle!FAMOUS ARTISTS INCLUDED:Vincent Van GoghSalvador DaliRembrandtRaphael SanzioPablo PicassoMichelangeloJackson PollockHenri MatisseGeorgia O'KeeffeFrida KahloClaude MoneyAuguste RenoirAndy WarholMary Cass
Grades:
2nd - 5th
I Survived THE SINKING OF THE TITANIC, 1912 - Comprehension (W/Answer Key)
One page per chapter plus answer keyRationale for using Text Evidence and Comprehension packets:This approach provides a way for students to engage in critical thinking and reflection as they respond to what they have read. Citing textual evidence requires students to look back into the text for evidence to support an idea, answer a question or make a claim. This skill combined with comprehension questions on DOK Levels 1, 2, & 3 leads students to think deeply about what they have read. (In
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2nd - 4th
I Survived THE NAZI INVASION, 1944 Comp & Text Evidence (Answer Key Included)
One page per chapter plus answer keyRationale for using Text Evidence and Comprehension packets:This approach provides a way for students to engage in critical thinking and reflection as they respond to what they have read. Citing textual evidence requires students to look back into the text for evidence to support an idea, answer a question or make a claim. This skill combined with comprehension questions on DOK Levels 1, 2, & 3 leads students to think deeply about what they have read. (In
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Ancient Mayan Civilization Virtual Field Trip for Google Classroom
The Ancient Mayan culture of Mesoamerica and central america were a rich ancient civilization with a calendar, glyphs, architecture and more! Explore in this virtual field trip with ready to use worksheets about the Mayans, their pyramids, Chichen Itza, and more! No prep! No planning! Just assign and explore!Students will:Watch videos to learn about the cultureExplore ruin sites of Mesoamerica in 360 VR tours with Google EarthComplete website readings to learn moreExplore a 360 interactive map o
Grades:
4th - 8th
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Virtual Field Trip Pack for Google
I Survived THE JAPANESE TSUNAMI, 2011 - Comprehension (Answer Key Included)
One page per chapter plus answer keyRationale for using Text Evidence and Comprehension packets:This approach provides a way for students to engage in critical thinking and reflection as they respond to what they have read. Citing textual evidence requires students to look back into the text for evidence to support an idea, answer a question or make a claim. This skill combined with comprehension questions on DOK Levels 1, 2, & 3 leads students to think deeply about what they have read. (In
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2nd - 4th
"The Counter-Reformation" - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessments
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
Grades:
5th - 9th
How Did Hitler Happen? Reading Comprehension Worksheet | WWII Europe
“Why did the Germans follow Hitler?” Students discover the conditions that led to the rise of Hitler with this questioning handout to accompany an excellent article by Junior Scholastic. This lesson is a simple, yet thorough introduction to a unit on World War II or the Holocaust. The student worksheet has 16 questions that go in order with the article. This product does not contain the actual article due to copyrights. If your school subscribes to Junior Scholastic magazine, you can log-on and
Grades:
5th - 10th
End-of-Year Social Studies Project
Review each of your standards using a fun activity that will creatively engage every student in your class!This end-of-year activity allows students to work in teams to create a project. The great part about it is that they get to choose their topics and type of project. Research shows that when a student chooses what he/she will study, they are more likely to retain the information and put forth greater effort. I have implemented this project for several years and have always been pleasantly su
Grades:
4th - 12th
"The Columbian Exchange" - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessments (DL)
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
Grades:
5th - 9th
Ukraine and Russia - what is happening?
I wrote this to explain three reasons why Russia is invading Ukraine: a historical, economic, and political perspective. Hopefully this helps students understand what is happening while giving them a little history along the way. There are maps, videos to watch, and analysis questions throughout, so it can also spark discussion and debate! It is formatted for google classroom.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â U.S. Foreign Policy Bundle
Medieval Europe in the "Dark Ages" - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assess.
The Article and Power Point briefly describe the changes Europe would go through as a result of the Fall of the Roman Empire. It highlights the lack of order, travel, trade, education, and infrastructure in the Early Middle Ages - a period some refer to as "The Dark Ages." It also includes the fundamentals of feudalism which was established during this period of time and the reason for the coining of the term "Dark Ages" and the reasons why it gives the wrong impression. Great transition from
Grades:
5th - 9th
"Al-Andalus & the Reconquista" Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessments DL
The illustrated Article and Power Point explain the conditions of Al-Andalus before and after the Reconquista and Spanish Inquisition. Activities and Document Based Question Assessments included. Lesson includes: - 3-Page Illustrated Article- 27-Slide Power Point Presentation - Document Based Question Assessment + Answer Key- Primary Source: from "The Song of El Cid" - CC Aligned - Document Based Question Short Answer Assessment + Answer Key- DBQ Scoring Rubric (allows students to
Grades:
5th - 9th
Reading passages -Space Explorers.
When Neil Armstrong set foot on the Moon, it was perhaps the greatest scientific achievement in history.July 2019 marks the fiftieth anniversary of this extraordinary voyage. Thousands of scientists, mathematicians, engineers and astronauts had a part to play in working together on the Apollo 11 mission - but space exploration goes much further than the Lunar landings.In this space exploration comprehension package, your students will take part in FIVE reading activities, which will open up the
Grades:
4th - 8th
Great Schism - 2 Civilizations Emerge - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assess
The illustrated Article and corresponding Power Point discuss the religious, political, and cultural differences that developed in Europe along the lines of the Great Schism. It explains the reasons for the creation of the Roman Catholic Church and the Eastern Orthodox Church and the influences each had on their respective civilizations. Activities and Assessment included.Lesson includes: - 4-Page Illustrated Article- 31-Slide Power Point Presentation- Multiple Choice / Document Based Question
Grades:
5th - 9th
Abolitionist Movement Primary Sources: Douglass, Garrison, Walker, Jacobs, etc.
Teaching the Abolitionist Movement? Use primary source selections from David Walker, Frederick Douglass, Harriet Jacobs, and William Lloyd Garrison to help your students understand the movement! Students will view a series of texts & images and complete an analysis sheet.PDF INCLUDES: 6 Primary Sources from the Abolitionist Movement 3 page Student Analysis Activity with Summarizing QuestionsCHECK OUT THE PREVIEW!Primary Sources Include:David Walker's Appeal to the Colored Citizens of the Wor
Grades:
9th - 12th
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Cortes v. Moctezuma: The Spanish Defeat of the Aztec Empire Activity
Have students consider the interactions between the Spanish and the Aztec using a variety of texts and images. Students will consider how the Aztecs and Cortes's forces matched up, as well as the long-term effects of Spanish colonization and exploitation in the Americas. Student activity includes: Background information on the Aztec Empire, led by Moctezuma, and the Spanish conquistador forces, led by Hernan Cortes Questions where students must analyze either texts or images 3 different art piec
Grades:
9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â WORLD HISTORY ACTIVITIES BUNDLE! 25+ Projects, Simulations, & Worksheets!
"Medieval European Manorialism" Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessment
The illustrated Article and Power Point explain the organization of life on a medieval manor that lasted for hundreds of years and shaped Europe for hundreds more. Activities and Assessment included.Lesson includes: - 4-Page Illustrated Article- 22-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)- "Manorialism Scaffolded Review" + Answer Key- Graph
Grades:
5th - 9th
"Muslim Contributions to Later Civilizations" - Article, Power Point, Assess
The Illustrated Article and Power Point explain the many achievements that make up the legacy of the medieval Islamic Civilization - in Mathematics, Astronomy, Medicine, Philosophy, Science, History, as well as, Art and Architecture. Activities and Common Core-Document-Based Question Assessments included. Primary Source: "The Book of Optics."Lesson includes: - 4-Page Illustrated Article- 36 Slide Power Point Presentation- Primary Source: from Ibn al-Haytham's "The Book of Optics" (scientific
Grades:
5th - 9th
Titanic- Conspiracy Theory- Listen, Short Answer, & Paragraph
I thought I already knew a lot about the Titanic, but I learned a lot more in these two 40 minute podcast episodes. Podcast Episode 1 provides a detailed history lesson about the Titanic including the root causes and the actual crash and sinking event. Episode 2 provides three possible conspiracy theories, everything from insurance fraud, intentional sabotage, and even an evil mummy. My students buy into the task because it is so skeptical and questioning of everything. I buy into this task bec
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Note Posters | History Social Studies Activity
This set of 8 U.S. Government note pages/posters are perfect for bulletin board decor, hall displays, or as a quick coloring page to accompany your unit study. Shrink them down for interactive notebook inserts and mini books. Students love these note pages because they provide just enough to engage but aren’t overwhelming. Add in relevant videos to bring these historical topics to life.CLICK HERE to save 35% on this resource in the History Note Posters Bundle!TOPICS INCLUDED:U.S. CongressSupreme
Grades:
2nd - 5th
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