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British history Common Core CCRA.R.2 resources
Victorian Etiquette Quiz (The Importance of Being Earnest)
Kick off your study of The Importance of Being Earnest with this just-for-fun quiz based on a real Victorian etiquette book! The quiz introduces students to the absurdity of Victorian era manners, and then prompts them to think about whether our own era has equally ridiculous expectations for behavior. A key is included. This activity can be used with other comedies of manners, such as the works of Jane Austen or a history unit about Victorian England. Related blog posts:The challenges of teachi
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â The Importance of Being Earnest Unit Bundle
Global Politics: Different Forms of Government Bundle
5 x fully resourced, highly-rated lesson packs: 1. Absolute and Constitutional monarchies vs Republics and the history behind how Britain came to be a constitutional monarchy.2. The differences between communism and capitalism as forms of government, their advantages and disadvantages.3. The diffference between democracies and dictatorships and what it's like to live in a dictatorship.4. The different systems of voting and electoral reform and how different governments use different systems to s
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6th - 10th
Elizabeth I and Mary Queen of Scots
A detailed and well-differentiated, editable history lesson all about the relationship between Elizabeth I and Mary Queen of Scots. Students explore the reasons why there was such a rift between the cousins and why Elizabeth eventually had Mary put to death through clips and differentiated information sheets before attempting a practice test question on their learning.This lesson lasts 1 hour and is very easy to just pick up and use. The download includes: a detailed PowerPoint, a variety
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7th - 10th
Dark Despair: An Engaging Research/Presentation Project for the Victorian Era
Perfect for any unit before learning about the Victorian era, this engaging, no prep research and presentation project will have your students learning about this time period and excited to talk about it, too! Students will choose from a list of twenty-eight dreadful topics and present their findings to the class. While presenting, you can use the included rubric to grade their work. It's standards-based, fun, and everything you need to have a fun introduction to this period...minus the boring l
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7th - 12th
Speech to the Troops at Tilbury by Queen Elizabeth I Author's Purpose Questions
Facing an invasion of the Spanish Armada in 1588, Queen Elizabeth delivered this inspiring speech to her troops. The product contains higher-level thinking questions which require students to identify literary strategies used and determine the author's purpose. There is a chart included which asks students to provide examples of literary devices and state the author's purpose and another chart which requires students to give the meaning of vocabulary based on context clues. Also, a short constru
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8th - 11th
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Regency Era Etiquette Pre-Reading Activity/Game (Jane Austen)
This pre-reading activity introduces students to the manners, etiquette, and social rules of the Regency Era. This game is similar to red light green light. In order to play, instruct students to line up along the back of the room. Students will then be presented with ten scenarios in which they must choose the option that will best help them to succeed in society. When a student picks the best response, they take two steps forward, while a neutral choice allows them to take one step forward. An
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9th - 12th
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The Canterbury Tales - 90 Minute Lesson
This resource introduces students to The Canterbury Tales by Geoffrey Chaucer by breaking the poem down into manageable, student friendly pieces. This lesson was planned for a single class of 1 hr and 30 minutes, and focuses on just four of the many pilgrims in the poem, giving students an opportunity to closely analyze characters and ironic components of the text.INCLUDES: 1. Prologue Excerpts and Tale Summaries for: The KnightThe MillerThe Wife of BathThe Monk2. Character Analysis AssignmentSt
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9th - 12th
Queen Elizabeth I Fact or Fiction: A Fun Note-Taking Activity
This no prep engaging game teaches students about Queen Elizabeth I through interesting facts about her and her reign; using the presentation, students play while also taking notes on the provided note-catcher! After using this resource, you'll be ready to teach any text by Queen Elizabeth or continue your lesson on anything pertaining to her...all while avoiding lecture and promoting engagement!
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8th - 12th
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Shooting an Elephant by George Orwell a multiple choice quiz with answer key
This short quiz (consists of 20 multiple -choice questions) covers the important elements of the short story "Shooting an Elephant" by George Orwell and it can serve as a concluding activity after reading the story or it can be assigned as a homework for quick and teacher-friendly tool for assessing the comprehension of the story. It can be used for online assessments as well. An answer key is included.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Robin Hood Close Reading Digital & Print | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
A Google Forms close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the legendary figure from English medieval folklore, Robin Hood. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about the famous figure whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resource:A Google Forms Clo
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5th - 6th
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Also included in:Â Middle Ages Close Reading Passages | Digital & Print | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
Wuthering Heights: Reader Response Journal
Wuthering Heights - Reader Response Journal: This journal includes one page for each chapter. Students have an opportunity to respond, using their thoughts and feelings, after they read each chapter.Key Words: Emily BrontePRINT & DIGITAL formats are included.For More THOUGHTFUL RESOURCES VISIT Creativity in Motion
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â High School Literature BUNDLE: Short Stories and Novels
Emergency Sub Plans | William Shakespeare Bundle | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
These easy to use, no prep, substitution plans give you an ideal back up plan to have ready in your classroom just in case. The bundle contains six close reading activities about Shakespeare and five of his famous plays, a biography writing unit, and an opinion writing unit about which play is his greatest. Ideal for emergency sub plans in third grade or fourth grade.14 Lessons, or 14 hours of activities, with NO PREP needed!⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻Firstly, ther
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3rd - 4th
The Canterbury Tales Background Information for the Religious Figures
The Canterbury Tales is considered Geoffrey Chaucer's masterpiece and is among the most important works of medieval literature for many reasons. Besides its poetic power and entertainment value, Chaucer notably depicts the different social classes of the 14th century CE as well as clothing worn, pastimes enjoyed, and language and expressions used. Build your students' background knowledge of stereotypical religious figures before reading The Canterbury Tales.Before reading, students should under
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10th - 12th
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War of the Roses Close Reading Digital & Print | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
A Google Forms close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the conflict between York and Lancaster in medieval England, the War of the Roses. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about the famous war whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resource:A G
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5th - 6th
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Also included in:Â Middle Ages Close Reading Passages | Digital & Print | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
Feudalism Graphic
A graphic describing the feudal system of early Britain. Contains visuals and a description for serfs, peasants, knights, nobles, and kings/lords. Can be used in conjunction with Beowulf, King Arthur, The Canterbury Tales, Shakespeare, and other authors/poets to teach about feudalism and social heirachies.
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Not Grade Specific
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Suffragettes + Women's Rights
Suffragettes + Women's Rights. This hour long lesson focuses on whether the Suffragette movement was the most significant event in women gaining equal rights in the UK. Included is a fully resourced powerpoint, differentiated tasks throughout, worksheets, clip links and accompanying tasksMany more Civics, Social Studies, Philosphy, ELA, Character Education, Careers and Health resources at my store
Grades:
6th - 11th
Saint George | St George's Day | England | British History | Biography
Saint George, St George's Day. Learn about the Patron Saint of England with this biography Power Point plus print and go activities, suitable for 2nd - 5th grade. This product includes fun and engaging activities for children to learn all about the real St George, how St George's Day is celebrated and the legend of George and the dragon. This product includes:17 slide power point teaching children about who the real St George was plus how and why we celebrate St George's DayDifferentiated readin
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2nd - 5th
Also included in:Â Saint David | Saint Andrew | Saint George and The Dragon | UK Teachers
British Kings & Queens Close Reading Comprehension Bundle | 3rd & 4th Grade
Seven close reading activities, or informational texts, with comprehension and grammar questions followed by extension tasks about famous kings and queens from British history. The NO PREP activities are perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade.The bundle contains activities on the following monarchs:Henry VIIIElizabeth IIGeorge IIIElizabeth IRichard IWilliam the ConquerorCharles IIIIncluded in each PDF printable resource:An informational textA comprehension activity with eight questi
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3rd - 4th
William the Conqueror Close Reading & Biography Bundle | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
Two great activities that would span five lessons about the life of famous English King, William the Conqueror or William I, who won the throne of England at the Battle of Hastings. Perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. NO PREP is needed!Firstly, there is a close reading activity where children need to read through an informational text, and then answer comprehension and grammar questions, before completing an extension activity. Secondly, there is a biography writing unit which h
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3rd - 4th
Emergency Sub Plans | British Monarchs Bundle | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
These easy to use, no prep, substitution plans give you an ideal back up plan to have ready in your classroom just in case. The bundle contains six close reading activities about kings and queens from British history, and four biography writing units. Ideal for emergency sub plans in 3rd grade or 4th grade. The activities focus on Elizabeth II, William the Conqueror, George III, Henry VIII, Richard I and Elizabeth I.22 Lessons, or 22 hours of activities, with NO PREP needed! ⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻
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3rd - 4th
Magna Carta; Examination & Explanation; Common Core Approach
A Common Core approach to the Magna Carta emphasizing close reading of primary sources, historical thinking, and concise writing. Your students will create a booklet where they examine the clauses of the Magna Carta, a vital documents in both US and World History. The students will examine the problems that brought about the clause in questions and examine how it changed the trajectory of history. As a precursor of the US Constitution it is essential reading for any student to understand their
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7th - 12th
Triangle Trade/Atlantic Trade Routes (Distance Learning)
This handout asks students to read a primary source letter from the Lords Commissioners for Trade and Plantations to the King of England about the various imports and exports from the 13 colonies, make lists of the imports to the colonies and exports from the colonies, and finally, analyze if the colonial economy was strong enough to survive on its own if they declared independence. It is formatted for google classroom.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â World History: Paleolithic/Prehistoric to the end of the Middle Ages
King Harald’s Herald; The Vikings in World History
The Vikings were key players in the development of Medieval Europe, but their role has often been ignored or misunderstood. Examine their role in a Common Core project that emphasizes a close reading of historical sources and concise writing. The VIkings historical role will be examined using the life of one Viking, Harald Hadrade, who traveled from Byzantium to England, from Italy to Sweden, and was instrumental in the conquering of England by William the Conqueror, in wont of his own defeat
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7th - 10th
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Reading Skills Worksheet: Oliver Cromwell and the Interregnum
This worksheet consists of 10 multiple choice questions and 5 critical reasoning questions based on the information provided in the text about Oliver Cromwell, the English Civil Wars, the Interregnum, and the Restoration of the Stuarts. The questions are designed to assess comprehension, critical thinking, and analysis skills of the students.This worksheet is a valuable resource for educators as it helps students engage with historical content and develop important skills. The critical reasoning
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
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