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Geography Common Core RI.8.3 resources
Ancient Greece Stations, Parthenon Accordion Book, Ancient Greece Activities
This resource contains six ancient Greece learning stations that students can rotate through in small groups. Each learning station (or center) is designed to give students engaging and exciting learning experiences to practice, enrich, review, and enhance their learning. Students will visit each station with a small group and complete ancient Greece activities. Here’s the fun part! During the learning stations, students will create an accordion book to showcase their learning. They’ll “build” f
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5th - 8th
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Ancient India Geography + Monsoons Lesson Guided Notes and PowerPoint Activity
In this Ancient India Geography notes and PowerPoint lesson activity, students learn about the geography, climate, and monsoons of modern and ancient India. First, students complete a two-page guided note worksheet with the included 18-slide PowerPoint presentation. A map activity is also included in the guided notes for students to locate and identify locations as the notes are completed. Next, students complete a close-reading assignment about a ship-wrecked sailor that shows the ancient Ind
Grades:
5th - 8th
The Mexican-American War: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
In this lesson students will be introduced to the Mexican - American War, and the territory that was eventually lost and/or gained by each side. Students will also look at the text features of a non-fiction reading to help gain a greater understanding. After each section of reading students will complete comprehension questions. Also included is a map which details the territory lost after the war.
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6th - 10th
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Landmarks of South America: Geography: Reading Passages + Activities
This activity includes 8 different landmarks that are found across South America, including Machu Picchu, the Galapagos Islands, etc. For each, there is a picture and an accompanying description. Also included is a writing prompt to start the class for students, map of South America with questions included, discussion questions in relation to the landmarks and a word search.Check out my other continent related products!Geography Unit Bundle: Earth, Pangea, North & South America, Asia, Arctic
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6th - 10th
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Prisoners of Geography Literature Guide, Quiz and Vocabulary List
SuperSummary’s bundle with Literature Guide, Quiz & Vocabulary List for Prisoners of Geography by Tim Marshall delivers text-specific, assessment-based, and classroom-ready materials for close reading, analysis, comprehension assessment, and essay assignments.Review and plan more easily with summaries and analyses; important quotes and essay prompts; comprehension and close reading questions; and a list of key vocabulary words with use in context. Literature GuideDelve into the 43-page liter
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9th - 12th
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The Continent of South American: Readings on Geography, Environment, Wildlife
In this lesson students will be introduced to the geography, environment and wildlife of South America. Students will identify the counties, as well as the major geographical landmarks of the continent (Andes, Amazon River, etc.).Students will also learn about the overall environment of South America, and the wildlife that roam throughout the different habitats. Lastly, students will read about deforestation, and the effects it can and will have on the environment and wildlife if it continues.Ch
Grades:
6th - 10th
Geography of Earth: Continents & Oceans: Reading Passages + Activities
This is an introductory lesson to geography of the world. Students will learn about the continents and oceans that make up the world, as well as other relevant facts (how many of each are there; what is the biggest ocean and continent; what percentage of the world is water and land, etc.). Also included is a blank world map so students can correctly label the oceans and continents of the world (teacher version is also included).Check out my other continent related products!Geography Unit Bundle:
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4th - 10th
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Early Humans Bundle: Stone Age, Paleolithic, Mesolithic, Land Bridge, Sumer
This Early Humans Bundle contains the following lessons and activities:Cause and Effect in Ancient Sumer & Sumerians: Reading Passages + Activities How to Read a Timeline: Ancient History: ActivitiesEnvironmental Factors of Early Human Settlements: Reading Passages + ActivitiesThe Ten Characteristics of a Civilization: Reading Passages + ActivitiesLand Bridge Theory of Migration: Asia to North America: Reading PassagesLearning About the Past & the Experts Who Study It: Ancient History: R
Grades:
6th - 10th
COUNTRY RESEARCH PROJECT BUNDLE Report PowerPoint Presentation Around the World
***BUNDLE & SAVE!*** Easily incorporate THEMATICALLY RIGOROUS LEARNING into your classroom routine with this no-prep, print-and-go, 22-page Countries Around the World Online Research Project for Middle Grades (Grades 4-8) Unit. In this Countries Research Project, students will be assigned or choose a country. They will research the land, people, a current event, and compare/contrast their own traditions to that country using a variety of provided internet sources. They will use the informati
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3rd - 12th
Captain James Cook & His Exploration of the Pacific Ocean: Reading + Geography
In this lesson students will learn about Captain James Cook and the three expeditions he made in the 1700's. Specifically, students will read about the vital role that Cook played in not only exploring the largely unexplored Pacific Ocean, but also in mapping the worlds largest ocean. The lesson includes two articles for students to read, as well short response questions and a writing prompt to start the class.Updated December 2023 to include a PDF version!--> Want all of my ancient civilizat
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6th - 10th
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Geography Unit Bundle: Earth, Pangea, North & South America, Asia, Arctic, Poles
This Geography bundle contains the following lessons and activitiesGeography of Earth: Continents & Oceans: Reading Passages + ActivitiesLandmarks of Asia: Geography: Reading Passages + Comprehension ActivitiesLandmarks of North America Quiz: AssessmentLandmarks of North America: Reading Passages + Comprehension ActivitiesLandmarks of South America: Geography: Reading Passages + ComprehensionThe Depths of the Ocean: Reading Passages + Geography + ActivitiesInformational Article: Arctic Meltd
Grades:
6th - 10th
French Culture - Tour de France
This minilesson includes a reading passage of informational text about the Tour de France along with a 10 slide Powerpoint presentation to help structure discussion. The passage is 459 words (1 full page in 12 point font). To assess students' reading comprehension there are 10 multiple choice questions. These are aligned to the 7th grade Common Core Language Arts standards, but they are suitable for grades 6 through 9. They are excellent standardized test preparation questions. There are al
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6th - 9th
The Depths of the Ocean: Reading Passages + Geography + Activities
In this lesson students will be able to learn about one of the least accessible places on Earth, the Ocean floor. Students will read and learn about the different tolls created over time that allowed ocean exploration below the surface possible, as well as the first voyage made to the ocean floor by Jacques Piccard and Don Walsh. Furthermore, students will learn about the different ocean zones (determined by depth) and what characterizes each. Also included is information about the flora and fau
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5th - 10th
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Platypus PowerPoint with Activity and Study Guide
Get ready to explore the world of the Duck-billed platypus, one of the most bizarre and mysterious mammals in the world from eastern Australia and Tasmania. Platypus facts include that they sport a tail like a beaver, bill and feet like a duck, and lay eggs like a bird! Platypuses give birth to furless babies called puggles. What's Included:One Quick Start GuideOne 23-slide animated PowerPoint (both PPTX and PDF file types)One 20-page fillable student activity and study guideOne 26-page EDITABLE
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3rd - 8th
NGSS:
4-LS1-1
, MS-LS1-4
, 4-LS1-2
River Ganges Reading Fact Files + Hindu Story Differentiated Activities
Explore the significance of the Ganges River in Indian culture with this engaging and differentiated resource! This download includes two reading levels of information texts covering geography, history, and the cultural impact of the sacred river. Additionally, discover the Hindu myth of Shiva bringing the Ganges from heaven to earth—an important and sacred narrative explaining the river's religious significance.This comprehensive package comprises differentiated texts, multiple-choice quizzes,
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in: Hinduism Information + Hindu Festivals + Hindu Stories Big Bundle
United States History Informational Text Growing Bundle Common Core Aligned
This is a growing bundle of United States History resources! Currently there are 15 resources that we have bundled together that contain informational text passages about different events in United States history. They also include Common Core aligned questions with answer keys. Some also include map activities as well.
Some of the topics included are: Roanoke, Jamestown, Yorktown, Revolutionary War, Westward Movement, the Civil War and so much more!
To see a more detailed description of each
Grades:
5th - 8th
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Race to the South Pole: Roald Amundsen & Robert Scott: Reading + Geography
In this lesson students will learn about Roald Amundsen and Robert Scott, and their desire to be the first person to reach the North Pole. Students will read a detailed description of each expedition, including the challenges they faced, the routes they took, the ultimate achievement of Alumndsen and demise of Scott and his crew members. Within the lesson there is a writing prompt, articles and illustrations, as well as comprehension questions for students to complete as they read.Updated Decemb
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6th - 10th
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Reading Skills Worksheet: Understanding Centripetal and Centrifugal Forces
This worksheet is meant to help students strengthen their reading skills while learning about centripetal and centrifugal forces. After reading and analyzing the text, students will test their understanding with 9 multiple choice questions and 5 critical reasoning questions. This is a great way for students to prepare for the type of passages and questions they will encounter on state tests. This worksheet can also be used as a pre-assessment or formative assessment. Teachers can also use this a
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Map Skills: New York City and New York State Worksheet (or Test) with Answer Key
Students will take a step in the "right direction" when they use this worksheet to "map out" the differences between New York City and New York State. Included are 15 questions that pinpoint the facts about of one of this nation's busiest cities and the state in which it is located. This is the perfect individual, pair, or group activity and may be used in class or as homework. A detailed answer key is included.
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3rd - 11th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Oceans Differentiated Nonfiction Reading Passages
In this resource, there is a nonfiction reading passage based on the world's oceans. It is differentiated for your high, mid, and lower level students as you study the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Southern, and Arctic Oceans of planet Earth. This is a very general passage about each ocean's size in comparison to continents and the location of each ocean's deepest point. Integrate geography content with your reading texts and meet each reader's needs with this set. Guided Reading levels are M-P-S.$
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Not Grade Specific
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Also included in: J. Murray Custom
The North Pole: The Expedition of Robert Peary: Reading Passages + Geography
In this lesson students will learn about Robert Peary, and his famed expedition to the North Pole. Students will read about Peary's intense desire to be the first person to reach the North Pole, his previous failed expeditions and his ultimate success. Within the lesson there is a writing prompt, articles and illustrations, as well as comprehension questions for students to complete as they read.Updated December 2023 to include a PDF version!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in o
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6th - 10th
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Explorers Unit Bundle- Cook, Magellan, Cartier, Cortes, North & South Pole
This is a bundle of seven lessons based around Explorers. The lessons include: Captain James Cook and His Exploration of the Pacific Ocean; Magellan's Voyage Around the World; Spanish and French Exploration of the New World (Hernando Cortes and Jacques Cartier); The North Pole (Expedition of Robert Peary); Race to the South Pole (Roald Amundsen and Robert Scott); Columbus' Voyage to the New World; Colonial Geography: Age of Exploration. Each of the lessons includes a writing prompts, articles, m
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6th - 10th
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The Constitution of the United States for students
This is the United States Constitution adapted to allow middle and high school students comprehend the information contained within the document. This is not a summary, but rather a contemporary English version of the original text. The Flesch-Kincaid reading level for this document is 9.2. This also includes adapted versions of the amendments and vocabulary words. This also includes a guided reading document, an argument analysis sheet, a synthesis sheet and a quiz. When I used it, I had them
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7th - 9th
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History Alive! 8th Grade Unit 2 Supplements: American Revolution
These are great Critical Thinking and small group Discussion Questions that coincide with History Alive! The U.S. Through Industrialism. Included with the Critical Thinking Questions (CTQ's) are vocabulary words from the chapters (ID's) that are meant to be answered in multiple sentences to induce further classroom discussions. These are basic pages to compliment the 2nd unit. The CTQ's make great ideas for short essays or test questions as well! Study guides and assessment included.
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8th
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Also included in: 8th Grade U.S. History - Entire Year of Supplemental Materials!
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