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Women's History Month british history resources for Microsoft Word
Stonehenge Distance Learning Independent paper project ancient history activity
Explore the world with my Geoexplorers projects!Perfect for little hands, this do-it-yourself project will let everyone get involved! The project consists of three pieces of paper, two with Stonehenge blocks, and one of the base. Just print the base out on green paper, and print the two stone sheets on white paper (or even better, some stone-looking paper used for scrap-booking!). Each little stone is printed on both sides, with a number on the bottom. Have your students cut out each stone piece
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K - 4th
The Battle of Yorktown: American Revolution: Reading Passages + Activities
In this lesson students will learn about the Battle of Yorktown, the last major battle of the American Revolution and the eventual surrender of Cornwallis to Washington. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, graphic organizers, maps, readings and comprehension questions for students to complete.--> Want all of my American Revolution lessons in one BIG money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!!Battles of the American RevolutionThe Battle of Saratog
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7th - 12th
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The Boston Tea Party, A Play
If you teach about the Road to Revolution in your class, this is a great way to get your students involved and engaged when you reach the Tea Act of 1773 and the Boston Tea Party 1773.Having students reenact history is an excellent way for them to "experience" what events were like. This is a great example. This play was written using eyewitness accounts and other excellent sources including information from the Boston Tea Party museum. If ever in Boston it is a must do! You even get to throw th
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5th - 12th
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Spying in the American Revolution Webquest
Spying in the American Revolution WebquestStudents will gain knowledge about the importance of spying in winning the American Revolution by completing an internet-based worksheet. Spying in the American Revolution Webquest uses a great website that allows student to learn how George Washington was a spymaster. The website allows students learn about key American spies and spy techniques during the American Revolution.Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 40 questions. An answer sh
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5th - 12th
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America The Story of Us: (Episode 2 - Revolution) Video Guide
Video study guide for Episode 2: Revolution of America The Story of Us. Movie guide comes complete with answer key. Questions follow the film in order. America The Story of Us: Episode 2 - RevolutionsEpisode Summary:July 9, 1776. The Declaration of Independence is read to crowds in New York. Offshore, more than 400 ships bristling with soldiers and guns are massing. It is the largest British invasion force until D-Day. America's 13 colonies have taken on the might of the world's leading superpow
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6th - 12th
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"First Invasion: War of 1812" Video Guide
This file contains guided questions for History Channel's First Invasion: War of 1812 documentary.The 40 questions follow the order of the documentary and draw the students attention to main points of this important, history changing war.This video guide is an excellent way to keep students engaged in the amazing documentary and will lead to great discussion.
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8th - 12th
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American Revolution Battle Chart
This product is an American Revolution Battle Chart. It is two pages. One is the battle chart with pieces missing (student) and the other is complete (teacher). Product could be used as either teacher driven guided notes or as a homework assignment.Battles featured include Lexington and Concord, Bunker Hill, Saratoga, Manhattan, Trenton, Princeton, Fort Ticonderoga, Cowpens, Yorktown, among others. Battle chart information includes 1) Battle Name, 2) Battle Date, 3) Description, and 4) Outco
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6th - 12th
Poem "Caged Bird" by Maya Angelou with Questions
This purchase includes a copy of the poem "Caged Bird" by Maya Angelou with 5 multiple choice questions and 1 short answer question for a great formative assessment. The purchase is 3 pages total- Pg. 1-Poem, Pg. 2-Questions, Pg. 2-Answer Key. The standards assessed in this assignment are RL.5.5 and RL.5.6. Even though this was intended for 5th grade, it could easily be used for upper level 4th graders or adapted for 6th grade students. The standards and learning targets that correlate with thi
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4th - 6th
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Valley Forge Primary Source Worksheet: American Revolution
This worksheet allows students to use a primary source document to learn about the problems the Continental Army faced at Valley Forge. This activity is very easy to use. All you have to do is print off the primary source from the following website for classroom use or direct students to the website to answer the worksheet questions:http://www.eyewitnesstohistory.com/valleyforge.htmClick here to view the website.The primary source document is labeled (The Continental Army at Valley Forge, 1777)S
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5th - 12th
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Hidden Figures Movie Guide Questions in ENGLISH | Chronological order
Best movie guide out there! 27 Movie Guide Questions for the 2016 movie Harriet written in ENGLISH that include pre-listening/essential questions, questions to answer during the movie, and reflection/analysis questions that can also serve as discussion questions after the movie. Includes movie images to help scaffold for diverse learners. Questions are spaced out to give students enough time to write answers down.This film highlights the importance themes of african american women, women in scie
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1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Student Play: English Civil War and Glorious Revolution
This fun and exciting play that I wrote for students takes students from the origins of the weaker English Monarchy through the troubles of Charles I, the interregnum under Oliver Cromwell, the Restoration, and the Glorious Revolution using historical information but also fun pop cultural references. I've used this play with my students (revising to keep up with the pop culture) over the last several years, and the kids absolutely love it--and remember the content well. In general, it takes my k
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8th - 12th
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Congress of Vienna Reading & Map Assignment - Distance Learning
This item contains a one-page reading discussing the Congress of Vienna. It goes over the goals of the conference, the major figures present, and what the end result was. It also briefly discusses Napoleon's 100 Days return to power. There are vocabulary terms to define in the KIM vocab format and three questions. An answer key is provided.There are then 2 versions to the map assignment. One where students can draw on the map to locate and label various items related to the conference and o
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9th - 12th
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The Victorian Era - Pre-Reading Research Project and Simulation
For years I have taught A Christmas Carol, and each time I have tried to find an interesting way to teach my students about the Victorian setting of the novel. This activity I created has worked perfectly for my gifted students, but can be easily accommodated for any level of learning!What I have created is a three-part activity that doesn't just give students a research project, but also a role as a character from Victorian England. Adding the personal element has allowed my students to not j
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7th - 8th
Suffragette - Movie Guide
This 35 question download is intended to support and develop the 2015 film "Suffragette," starring Carey Mulligan, Helen Bonham Carter, and Meryl Streep. The product is a perfect fit for a unit on Women's History or the Era of Reform. The film examines the impact of the early British suffragettes and how they changed the course of Women's History.
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7th - 12th
American Revolution: Lexington and Concord: Who Fired First?
Students get to decide who think they fired first at the Battle of Lexington and Concord. This was the first battle in The American Revolution.
Students analyze four primary sources from The Battle of Lexington and Concord...2 from The British point of view and 2 from the colonist point of view. There are five questions to answer for each source for a total of 20 questions.
When they are done answering the questions, students get to decide who they think fired first by writing their claim an
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5th - 11th
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Magna Carta & the English Bill of Rights
The assignment contains 27 questions about how the Magna Carta and the English Bill of Rights established limits on government in response to absolute monarchy. Students will use kid-friendly websites to answer the questions. I have included an answer key. Please message me if you have any questions. *Engaging!*No prep lesson!*Editable Word Document*The document can be uploaded to your website or Google Drive; please make sure, however, that it is password protected.Topics/Key Vocabulary: King
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6th - 10th
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Silent Film Project
This is one of my very favorite projects to do. During my Jazz Age (1920s) unit, I have students create their own silent films after we watch a handful of clips of Charlie Chaplin.
In this 4-page handout, the first page is a brief plot and character brainstorm, then its followed with:
*(2) Student Role Assignment / Explanation
*(3) Detailed Rubric
*(4) Plot Brainstorm Visual Guide
Once students complete this packet as a group, they should be perfectly prepared to get filming!
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7th - 12th
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Primary Source Exploration for British Taxes & Acts
This group activity includes directions and primary sources for the activity. You will need as many envelopes as you have groups. Place directions and primary sources in the envelopes and give one to each group - the rest is self explanatory! The taxes/acts covered are: The Sugar Act, The Stamp Act, The Townshend Acts & The Quartering Act.
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6th - 12th
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A Timeline of International Women's Day - Reading Comprehension
This Reading Comprehension worksheet is suitable for upper elementary to proficient ESL learners. The text explains the importance of celebrating Women's Day on March 8 and gives a history timeline of how the Day was celebrated since its establishment in the early 20th century.
After carefully reading the text, students are required to complete some comprehension exercises including: comprehension questions and True or False exercises. The vocabulary used in the text is rather advanced and can
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Not Grade Specific
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Also included in: Modern History Bundle - Reading Comprehension Worksheets
Battle of Saratoga Student Reading/Questions
If you;re studying the Battle of Saratoga consider using this reading filled with primary source quotes, images, tables/figures for students to analyze. I set the stage, explain the British and American goals, and give information regarding what this battle ensured for the Americans. Seven comprehension questions to go along!
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5th - 9th
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Listening Activities: 8 de marzo o mes internacional de la mujer | Interpretive
Comprensión auditiva: 8 de marzo | día y mes internacional de la mujer - Para esta sección, podrás ver seis videos cortos. Mientras ves los videos, circula la respuesta más adecuada, cierto (C) o falso (F), y responde de acuerdo a la información que aparece en el video. El segmento se reproducirá dos veces.Videos incluídos: (Women's International Day | La mujer latinoamericana | Mujeres en la historia | Mujeres en la política)Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz | Yo la peor de todas (4:46 minLa historia d
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Ruby Bridges Reader's Theatre Play
This is a 5 minute interactive play about Ruby Bridges. This play breathes life into the story of Ruby Bridges and allows students to imagine what it would have been like to be in her shoes. This play also includes a teacher's guide and Common Core aligned activities for students. This play and its supporting materials have been updated, revised and edited for clarity.
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2nd - 5th
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Greatest Events of WWII in Colour Episode 1 Blitzkrieg Movie Guide Color WW2
Greatest Events of WWII in Colour- 2019 ‧ Political Documentary - War ‧ TV-14 From the Attack on Pearl Harbor to D-Day, the most pivotal events of World War II come to life in this vivid docuseries featuring colorized footage. S01E01 – Blitzkrieg – 50 minutesRevolutionizing warfare through radio technology, swift panzer divisions and aerial bombardment, Germany pushes allied forces to the sea at Dunkirk.30 questions with time stamps (2 pages) Answer Key (2 pages)
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9th - 12th
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Spanish Armada Video Webquest Queen Elizabeth I and the Tudors
This is a simple and easy to use lesson plan on the Spanish Armada in 1588. Have your students watch the YouTube video and answer the questions. The video is from the great BBC/Military Channel series called Battlefield Britain. Watch the video for yourself at:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jl3stf20X10Click here to view the YouTube video.If the video link ever changes just search YouTube for “Battlefield Britain Spanish Armada”This video focuses on the tactics used by the British and Spanish nav
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5th - 12th
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