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African history Common Core WHST.6-8.1e resources
Mansa Musa Hero or Hype? Empires of West Africa Body Biography Poster Project
We know Mansa Musa of Mali was one of the wealthiest men in all of World History, but based on his accomplishments, was Mansa Musa a hero, or is it hype? Students decide! This fun, student-centered, full-body biography project is skill and content-based. Students read, write, and support claims with evidence in a creative biography project format.Here's what's included:1. Teacher Instructions2. An Instructional Slide Show that explains each requirement3. A Mansa Musa 2-page Google Doc Reading. T
Grades:
5th - 9th
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Harriet Tubman Hero or Hype? North South Body Biography Poster Project
Harriet Tubman was one of the most well-known figures during the Civil War, but based on her accomplishments, was Harriet Tubman a hero, or is it hype? Students decide! This fun, student-centered, full-body biography project is skill and content-based. Students read, write, and support claims with evidence in a creative biography project format.Here's what's included:1. Teacher Instructions2. An Instructional Slide Show that explains each requirement3. A Harriet Tubman 2-page Google Doc Reading.
Grades:
5th - 9th
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Egyptian Goddesses | Reading Comprehension & Writing Activities
Introducing an exciting new reading comprehension and writing activity bundle on Egyptian Goddesses! This engaging resource is perfect for 4th - 6th-grade students who are learning about ancient Egypt and its fascinating culture.The bundle includes a⭐️Engaging reading comprehension passage that explores the most popular Egyptian goddesses and their unique abilities and characteristics. ⭐️Thought-provoking comprehension questions that encourage students to delve deeper into the material and devel
Grades:
4th - 6th
African Trading Empires Stations Activity
Students take on the role of a Berber of North Africa who is crossing the Sahara Desert and then heading south to trade with people in different regions in Africa. IMPORTANT NOTE: If you do not have access to Discovery Education, use this youtube link for the Axum station video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTj58gJyC0AStudents will travel around the classroom and visit 5 African trading empires: Axum, Ghana, Mali, Songhai, and Great Zimbabwe. While visiting each trading empire students will d
Grades:
5th - 8th
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Code of Hammurabi Informational Writing Unit | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
An informational writing unit about the code of Hammurabi, which was created in Ancient Babylon, in the region of Ancient Mesopotamia. The unit focuses on key facts about the ancient king and his famous code of laws. The unit has been split into three separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade and sixth grade. A crossword puzzle also comes with the resource to consolidate learning.Included in this PDF printable resource:Four fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort in
Grades:
5th - 6th
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South Africa Project: Real Estate Ad or Commercial
Your students will assume the role of a real estate agent. They can work on their own or collaboratively to convince homebuyers to move to South Africa. Your students can create a commercial that would be on TV or an advertisement that would be found in a magazine or newspaper.Included in the Resource:✓ Brief introduction✓ Requirements✓ Five advertising strategies✓ Two rubrics✓ Template✓ Planning guideRelated Resources:South Africa Bundle: 12 Projects and ActivitiesApartheid Task Cards and Wri
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6th - 8th
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Celebrating Black History
Includes commemorating activity concepts for school & workplace settings.Worksheets & answer keys are included.1. A tribute to Black History Month2. Recognizing African Americans’ central roles in United States History3. Pinnacle moments in Black History 4. Activities to commemorate Black History Month in schools and workplace settings (includes clip art)
Grades:
4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Epic of Gilgamesh Informational Writing Unit | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
An informational writing unit about the ancient king of the city of Uruk in Mesopotamia and the Epic of Gilgamesh, an ancient poem believed to be the oldest story ever written. The unit focuses on key facts about the ancient king and the storyline of the ancient poem. The unit has been split into three separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade and sixth grade. A crossword puzzle also comes with the resource to consolidate learning.Included in this PDF printable resource:Four fa
Grades:
5th - 6th
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7th Grade World History 2 Pacing Guide FREEBIE with Suggested Activities
Are you a 7th Grade World History 2 teacher in search of a comprehensive pacing guide? Look no further than this FREE flexible guide, designed to help you plan your year with ease! This guide includes a month-by-month list of topics and suggested activities, fully editable and adaptable to your specific needs and requirements. Based on the New Jersey Social Studies standards but suitable for use in other states as well, this guide is the perfect tool to streamline your lesson planning and ensure
Grades:
7th, Staff
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