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Free U.S. History resources for homeschool
1950s Popular Toys Reading Comprehension Worksheet Fifties Informational Text
This passage describes popular toys in the 1950s. 13 questions (true/false and multiple choice) assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key.INCLUDES:Article13 total questionstrue/false, multiple choiceColor and BW Verionskey includedPart of my 1950s Bundle*If you don't already, Follow Me!
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: 1950s Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Fifties
Plymouth ( Plimoth ) Colony Reading Comprehension Worksheet Thanksgiving
This passage describes the Plymouth Colony. 14 questions (identify and multiple choice) assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key.INCLUDES:Article (1000-1100 Lexile) 14 questions- identify and multiple choiceColor and BW VersionsKey IncludedThe ZIP file has 3 versions of PDF files:1) Article and Questions in Color and Black and white and Key2) Color Student Version3) BW Student Version.These are NOT editable files.Part of my Thanksgiving
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4th - 7th
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Social Studies Interactive Notebook Freebie | Needs and Wants
Students will love sorting pictures into Needs and Wants with this free interactive notebook project. Students will cut, fold and glue the needs and wants pockets. Then they will color, cut and sort the pictures into the correct pockets. If you love this set, check out my full Social Studies Interactive Notebook.
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K - 2nd
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Freebie to Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day with this free unit. Inside you will find writing activities and links to videos. Click the following links to see other current units.Click here to see the January Close Reading and Text Evidence Unit. Click here to see the February Close Reading and Text Evidence Unit. Click here to see my Chinese New Year Close Reading and Text Evidence unit.Click here to see my Winter Main Idea Task Cards.Click here to see the Martin Luther King Jr March on Washing
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1st - 5th
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13 Colonies Map & Map Quiz Two Versions FREE Colonial America
I have always found my students are "geographically challenged"! Before studying the American Revolution, I use this quick map review for them to at least have a basic understanding of where the colonies were located. The ZIP file has a PDF student version for posting on personal sites, such as Google classroom or Canvas, or sending to students through email for distance learning. Please do not post of public sites. (These are NOT editable files.)Tutorial How to Make PDFs Editable for Google C
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4th - 8th
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Black History Month Science Celebration | Famous Black American Scientists
About this ProductThis resource includes enrichments activities that highlight scientific, medical and engineering achievements by Black American men and women. It can be used in science classrooms to make meaningful connections during Black History month or anytime of year to discuss diversity in the scientific community. The resources includes:• Ten passages that focus on the scientific and engineering accomplishments of Black Americans• Reflection questions for each passage that prompt discus
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4th - 10th
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Martin Luther King Jr Activity Printable for Preschool and Kindergarten FREE
Here is a simple activity page for early learners to discuss and celebrate the focus of Dr. King’s message in a way that they can understand. Appropriate for preschool, pre-K, Kindergarten."Dr. King had a dream that everyone could be friends. This is how I can be a friend."KidSparkz Teacher ResourcesSee a Martin Luther King Jr. activity pack for preschool and pre-K.
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PreK - 1st
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Black History Month FREEBIE | Print and Digital
Looking for a high interest Black History Month activity? This reading passage can easily be used in your Social Studies or Reading/LA block. This FREEBIE is a sample of the completely revised Black History Month Reading Passages. It can now be used in Google Classroom. The unit contains 18 reading passages. The passages include these individuals:Alvin AileyMaya AngelouBenjamin BannekerSimone BilesGuion BlufordRuby BridgesGeorge Washington CarverAlice CoachmanMae JemisonMichael JordanMartin Lut
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Black History Month Super BUNDLE
Free - Blank US Map
FREE - Blank US Map. A free, blank US map outline and a northeast-southeast region map. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------And for one-stop shopping...SOCIAL STUDIESBundle - US History & US GeographyCalifornia & USA BundleFlorida & USA BundleNew York & USA BundleUS Presidents w/ 12 Graphic OrganizersState Report with Project and Speech - assignment sheetTexas & USA BundleUS States (50 internet
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PreK - 12th
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Also included in: Top Sellers on TpT
Causes of the American Civil War (Overview) Reading Comprehension Worksheet
This passage gives a brief overview of the causes of the Civil War. 14 questions (identify and multiple choice) assess students' understanding. I've provided a color and black and white version, as well as the key. INCLUDES:Article Chart14 questions- identify, multiple choiceKey includedColor and BW VersionsPart of my Civil War BundleI do my best to make sure I do not have typos, but occasionally they slip through. PLEASE message me and I will correct it quickly to ensure my product meets you
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: American Civil War Reading Comprehension Informational Worksheet Bundle
Amelia Earhart Biography & Activity Pack
Amelia Earhart was one of the bravest women in history. She has been an inspiration to women around the world throughout history. Not only was Amelia Earhart first female aviator to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean, but she proved without a doubt that with courage and persistence women can do anything!
Are your students researching and learning about one of the most influential women in History? Then this biography unit with graphic organizers, vocabulary posters, and flip book are just what
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2nd - 5th
Ruby Bridges Activity Flip Up Book
This Ruby Bridges activity flip up book is the perfect little activity for your students to be engaged as they learn more about this brave little girl! This activity easily integrates social studies, reading, and writing! It is easy to create with the printing instructions that are included and folding examples. Just print, fold, and staple! Plus, it saves paper with activities on EVERY side!Inside you will find:Instructions for printing the Ruby Bridges Flip Up BookPicture examples of the Rub
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1st - 2nd
One Pager Templates for Any Class
Are you looking for FREE one pager templates for your class? This product contains 8 unique templates you can use in any class. I love one pagers because it allows students to show what they know in a creative way! I use these in my US History class to summarize various eras and podcasts. Check out my blog to see how I use these with podcasts in my US History classroom. Check out the following lessons!Federalist vs. Anti-Federalist Quote Throw Down!1st Great Awakening Visual Summary Activit
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Homeschool
Boston Tea Party Color by Number, Reading Passage and Text Marking
This Boston Tea Party Color by Number and Text Marking activity has your students searching for text evidence from the reading passage and coloring in answers. This is a highly engaging reading comprehension activity. Great addition to your American Revolution unit.Topics include: British Parliament, No Taxation without Representation, Sons of Liberty, Tea Act, Stamp Act, Intolerable ActsStudents read about the Boston Tea Party, answers questions, mark the text for evidence, and color the pictur
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4th - 6th
BLACK HISTORY MONTH Posters Project | Famous African American Activities FREE
This FREE set of Henry "Box" Brown and Mae Jemison posters and research brochure projects is part of the larger BLACK HISTORY MONTH BUNDLE that makes a great introduction for elementary and middle school students. These are great all year long, but especially powerful during Black History Month!What's included in the bundle:Black History Month Coloring PagesBlack History Month PostersBlack History Month Brochure ProjectsFigures Featured in the Black History Month Resources:Billie HolidayBenjamin
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PreK - 8th
Yellowstone National Park Virtual Field Trip (Distance Learning)
Take a Virtual Road Trip to learn about Yellowstone National Park! This resource includes both a Google Slides edition for digital learning, as well as a printable version. Students use Google Earth and multiple print and digital sources to quickly draw information to answer questions pertaining to Yellowstone National Park. This resource is aligned to the Common Core Standards.Students begin by reading a short passage about Yellowstone to build background knowledge before using the amazing feat
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5th - 8th
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Patriot Day 9/11 printable book for primary grades September 11
***Updated September 2015***
Explaining the tragic events that took place on September 11, 2001 is hard. It can get even harder when your explaining it to very young children.
This printable booklet simply lays out what Patriot Day is, why we celebrate it and how kids, and all Americans, can celebrate this day of remembrance on 9/11. The simplicity allows for as much class discuss as is necessary for you and your students.
The pages can be printed as full sheets and made into a class book
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PreK - 2nd
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Black History Month Important People Posters Coloring and Writing FREEBIE
Two Black History Month - important people posters in color and black&white, with coloring and writing activities. Update! Now includes printing for younger students and an "Important African American - Research" activity.You can find an extensive Black History Month unit for young students (kindergarten and first grade) here: Black History Month Social Studies - History Kindergarten and 1st GradeYou can join us on Facebook: The Constant Kindergarteneror have a look at my blog for more freeb
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PreK - 1st
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World War I - Trench Warfare Primary Source Stations Activity (PDF and Digital)
This NO PREP stations activity presents a variety of trench warfare topics with intriguing primary source accounts and visually appealing photosets. The resource is available in PDF and Google Docs formats! Increase student growth and engagement using fun and effective methods!Each station contains a brief introduction and enthralling primary source accounts of trench warfare. After completing this lesson, students will understand how and why trench warfare was fought, and the horrific condition
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: World War I (WWI) Stations Activity BUNDLE (PDF and Google Docs Formats)
United States Coordinate Graphing Picture 1st Quadrant & ALL Four Quadrants FREE
Need a way to use math while learning about the United States of America? Students will graph points on a coordinate plane and it creates an outline of the United States. There is also a star on the Capital and the abbreviation(USA). The clever title of "Stars and Stripes" gives them a clue to what the picture will be. I have included Student Instructions for both Quadrant One ONLY and instructions that include ALL four Quadrants! This is a great way to differentiate for your lower-level learner
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5th - 9th
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Also included in: United States Coordinate Graphing Pictures BUNDLE All 50 States
American Revolution Major Events Slideshow & Guided Notes
This slideshow pages explains the American Revolution to students. The guided notes directly correspond with the slideshow. The file is a PDF to protect the formatting and clipart. There are links to videos on the slideshow. These sometimes go "bad." If so, please contact me at teachingtothemiddle@gmail.com and let me know so I can link them to an active video. You can post the PDF slideshow to your Google classroom or Canvas, or email directly. Please do NOT post on public sites. Students s
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Social Studies MEGA Reading Comprehension Bundle For Buyer
911 (September 11th) Close Reading Passage & Activity Google Slides™ Type-able
This Sept. 11th Digital Google Slides FREEBIE comes from a larger unit full of reading passages. For more see my store! See the description below for more about this specific unit! FULL PATRIOTIC UNIT CLICK HERE to access it for more of a look at these passages.In this unit you will find 11 original, written by me, Patriotic Themed Passages with text dependent questions. This unit was specifically aligned to 3rd however can be utilized in any grade for the rich content.***Patriotic Unit***1. Co
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2nd - 5th
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American Flag Color By Number Math Picture Memorial Day 4th July Activities Free
American Flag Color By NumberGreat Idea for Patriotic Holidays : Martin Luther King Jr. Day.Washington's Birthday.Memorial Day.Flag Day.Independence Day.Constitution Day.Election Day.Veterans Day► 1 Pages► Available in PDF format► Letter size 8.5 x 11 inches** Personal use only NO COMMERCIAL USE ALLOWED!**
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PreK - K
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Beginning of World War II (WWII) Summary and Worksheet (PDF and Digital)
Need a quick activity to introduce, review, or test prep the beginning of World War II? This NO PREP reading passage provides a broad summary of the beginning of World War II and includes a response worksheet with short answer questions and graphic organizers. The resource is available in PDF and digital format! The summary covers the rise of fascist dictators, the Nazi-Soviet Pact, the invasion of Poland, the fall of France, the Battle of Britain, the Lend-Lease Act, and the attack at Pearl Har
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: World War II (WWII) UNIT BUNDLE (Print and Digital Formats)
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