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European history Common Core WHST.11-12.2 resources
World War 1 Project
Want an engaging project that covers a variety of World War 1 topics? This group project is just the thing! Students create a newspaper showing their knowledge of World War I. Students are required to include a variety of articles in this newspaper including editorials, commentaries, political cartoons, etc. Links to resources on these different types of articles are included. A wide-range of World War I topics are included, such as:► Causes of the war► Views towards the war► Trench warfare► Tec
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9th - 12th
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The Rise of Hitler and the Nazis - World War Two - Digital & Print
This resource provides history teachers with all the materials necessary to teach the rise of Hitler and the Nazis in Germany before WW2.This resource includes:In-depth and engaging article on the rise of Hitler and the Nazis in Germany, highlighting major events from World War One until Hitler's seizure of power in the 1930s.Handout that promotes historical thinking concepts, focusing on analysis of historical significance - students need to think critically about the information in the reading
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Rise of Mussolini and Fascism - World War Two - Digital & Print!
This resource provides history teachers with all the materials necessary to teach the rise of Mussolini and Fascism in Italy before World War 2.This resource includes:In-depth and engaging article on the rise of Mussolini and the Fascist Party in Italy, highlighting major events from World War One to the beginning of World War TwoHandout that promotes historical thinking, focusing on analysis of historical significance - students need to think critically about information in the reading!Document
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Rise of Dictators after WWI
During this 3 day activity, student will study the rise of post-WWI dictators: Mussolini, Stalin, Hitler, and Franco.
Student groups will:
• Draw a life-size “person”
• Read different articles about the same dictator
• Collectively gather information from the readings to place on
the life-sized drawing (e.g. information about the dictator’s
ideas or beliefs are placed on sticky notes near the brain,
vision for the country near the eyes, etc.)
• Share, then re-read a
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9th - 12th
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The Holocaust: Complete Lesson - Digital & Print!
The Holocaust can be a daunting topic for any teacher, but it is essential to any World War Two history unit. This resource contains everything you need to teach a comprehensive, informed, engaging and meaningful lesson on the tragedy of the Holocaust.If all materials are used, this lesson will take 2-3 days to complete.Students will learn about the following topics: Antisemitism in European history before the NazisNazi "racial antisemitism"Anti-Jewish Boycott in Nazi GermanyThe Nuremberg Race L
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Rise of Stalin in the Soviet Union - World War Two - Digital & Print!
This resource provides history teachers with all the materials necessary to teach the rise of Stalin and Totalitarianism in the Soviet Union before World War 2.This resource includes:In-depth and engaging article on the rise of Stalin in the USSR, highlighting major events from the Russian Revolution in 1917 to the beginning of World War Two.Handout that promotes historical thinking, focusing on analysis of historical significance - students need to think critically about information in the read
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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NAZI GERMANY HISTORY BUNDLE
Grab a bargain - all of my Nazi Germany resources for 20% less! This bundle covers the period before World War Two.This bundle contains lessons on the Nazi rise to power and why people voted for Hitler. It also contains a full lesson on the ways the Nazi party indoctrinated young people into the party using the Hitler Youth and propaganda. I also have included a lesson on the beginnings of the Holocaust and how the Nazis made people outcasts in occupied countries. In addition there are detailed
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8th - 12th
Towards the Great War, test questions
These are regular as opposed to multiple choice questions on the history of Europe on the eve of the Great War or World War One. They are carfted to evoke thinking by students on a variety of approches to understanding the coming of WW1, such as social issues, political and diplomatic issues, cultural climate of the time, scientific discoveries that shaped the contemporary mindset, and long term economic trands which contributed to rivalty among the Great Powers.
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10th - 12th
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Resistance Movements of WW2: Slides and Reflection
Are you looking to increase the diversity of voices available in your discussions of WW2? Do you want to break out of the monotonous lectures of the war's major players?This powerpoint and student assignment showcase resistance movements of WW2 including the Filipinos, Ethiopians, Polish, French, and others. Its goal is to make these conquered nations appear more "three dimensional" so that students realize people still fought back against occupying forces. It can be used to kick off relevant di
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9th - 12th
Scientific Revolution Unit - Analysis, Reading, Research, and Interview Activity
This unit plan for the Scientific Revolution has several different sequential parts:1. The opening activity is first. It just gets the students really thinking about what they see, other options, and the ethics of certain advancements. The first 5 photos are famous optical illusions. For the first three, show the students each and ask what they see first. This should get them talking about how some see things one way while others see another. Then, they look at the last two illusions (with quest
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9th - 11th
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Also included in: Reformation, Renaissance, and Scientific Revolution Bundle
AP® US History: WWII European/ Pacific Theater Comparison Grid
By the time Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor brought the US into World War II, the conflict had already been raging for years. Indeed, while most young American men were attending school or working on the family farm, their battle-hardened counterparts in Japan & Germany were conquering large parts of the world.This side-by-side comparison grid traces the order of major developments in both the Pacific & European theaters during World War II. Beginning with the rise of totalitarian regimes
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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French Revolution Speech! Research Guide and Template
In this activity, students become a figure from the French Revolution. With a step by step research guide, students learn about the French Revolution and exploring multiple perspectives. Students also practice their creativity by using the speech template to write their own passionate speech from the perspective of their character. This activity can be used in conjunction with a French Revolution simulation or trial!
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
WWI-All Quiet on the Western Front & the Christmas Truce
In 1914 a room full of German schoolboys, fresh-faced and idealistic, are goaded by their schoolmaster to troop off to the ‘glorious war’. With the fire and patriotism of youth they sign up. What follows is the moving story of a young ‘unknown soldier’ experiencing the horror and disillusionment of life in the trenches. Although the Western Front was considered No Man’s Land, during Christmas of 1914 men from both sides of the trenches came together and celebrated the Christmas Holiday in a worl
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9th - 12th
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World War II Summary Writing Packet (43 Total Topics)
Summary Template worksheet to be used after a topic has been coveredBrainstorming/Preparation/Notes work area includedSummary: A brief explanation of a topic in your own wordsFour Steps to writing a good summary are:1. Read or Watch about the topic2. Make a list of key points3. Write about the topic in your own words4. Edit and Cut what is not needed5.Write your SummaryTopics:Allied Powers & Leaders of WW IIAxis Powers & Leaders of WW IICauses of WW2World War II in EuropeWorld War II in
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World War I Summary Writing Packet 22 Total Topics)
Summary Template worksheet to be used after a topic has been coveredBrainstorming/Preparation/Notes work area includedSummary: A brief explanation of a topic in your own wordsFour Steps to writing a good summary are:1. Read or Watch about the topic2. Make a list of key points3. Write about the topic in your own words4. Edit and Cut what is not needed5.Write your SummaryTopics:Allied Powers of World War IAssassination of Archduke FerdinandAviation in WWIBattle of TannenbergBattle of the SommeCaus
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Ancient Rome Summary Writing Packet (44 Total Topics)
Summary Template worksheet to be used after a topic has been coveredBrainstorming/Preparation/Notes work area includedSummary: A brief explanation of a topic in your own wordsFour Steps to writing a good summary are:1. Read or Watch about the topic2. Make a list of key points3. Write about the topic in your own words4. Edit and Cut what is not needed5.Write your SummaryTopics:Early History of Rome The Roman Republic Republic to EmpireRoman Wars and BattlesBattle of ActiumThe Punic WarsRoman Empi
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Not Grade Specific
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Middle Ages Summary Writing Packet (34 Total Topics)
Summary Template worksheet to be used after a topic has been coveredBrainstorming/Preparation/Notes work area includedSummary: A brief explanation of a topic in your own wordsFour Steps to writing a good summary are:1. Read or Watch about the topic2. Make a list of key points3. Write about the topic in your own words4. Edit and Cut what is not needed5.Write your SummaryTopics:Daily Life in the Middle Ages Middle Ages Art and Literature The Catholic Church and Cathedrals Middle Ages Entertainment
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Renaissance Summary Writing Packet (23 Total Topics)
Summary Template worksheet to be used after a topic has been coveredBrainstorming/Preparation/Notes work area includedSummary: A brief explanation of a topic in your own wordsFour Steps to writing a good summary are:1. Read or Watch about the topic2. Make a list of key points3. Write about the topic in your own words4. Edit and Cut what is not needed5.Write your SummaryTopics:Medici FamilyItalian City-StatesAge of ExplorationElizabethan EraOttoman EmpireProtestant ReformationNorthern Renaissance
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French Revolution Summary Writing Packet (13 Total Topics)
Summary Template worksheet to be used after a topic has been coveredBrainstorming/Preparation/Notes work area includedSummary: A brief explanation of a topic in your own wordsFour Steps to writing a good summary are:1. Read or Watch about the topic2. Make a list of key points3. Write about the topic in your own words4. Edit and Cut what is not needed5.Write your SummaryTopics:Causes of the French Revolution Estates General National Assembly Storming of the Bastille Women's March on Versailles Re
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Fascism Vs Communism!
This is a great tool for students to use in order to understand the differences and similarities between communism and fascism. I typically use this assignment before starting a WW2 unit.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Centers & Stations
Through the use of centers, students can collaborate and discuss topics and content they examine for various eras in European history. For example, you could have students navigate through a handful of centers or stations to help them learn about different elements of the Renaissance period, including influential cities, leaders, and artists. Or, to help them learn about the key figures and milestones of the French Revolution.
Map Making
With map-making activities you can not only teach students about European history, but also incorporate geography into your lessons. As they label and color maps, students can learn about important places in Europe and how European countries have expanded (and fallen) over time. For example, you could have students make maps of Europe before and after World War I to identify how the conflict impacted Europe.
Primary Source Analysis
One of the best ways to learn about European history is through historical documents, letters, diaries, art, and literature. Encourage students to use these firsthand accounts to gain a deeper understanding about European people and events. For instance, you can have students read excerpts from the works of Enlightenment philosophers — like Mary Wollstonecraft — and how they contributed to the political thinking of the time.
Research Projects
Have students research and present on a specific topic of European history, like the Age of Exploration. For example, ask students to choose a famous European Explorer to research, and have them write a short biography of that person or create a short video or presentation about their achievements and legacy.
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