Halloween social studies Common Core L.9-10.1 resources

, RI.6.1

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Also included in: Current Events Bundle | News Viewing Guides | CNN10, World from A to Z, & More

Legislative Branch Activity: Classroom Simulation on How a Bill Becomes a Law

Created by

Civics, Government, Social Studies - History

Make civics practical and exciting for students using this Social Studies simulation that allows students to experience the Legislative Branch! Students will participate in writing bills for their school, community, or state while learning the various stages within the lawmaking process. All voices are heard as students become members of Congress, participate in committees, debate on the floor, and watch their President sign the bills that survive the entire process. Not only do students love

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

Activities, Simulations, Lesson

CCSS:

W.7.1

, W.7.1d

, W.7.2a

, W.7.2b

, W.7.2d

...

Also included in: Civics & US Government Lesson, Activities, Simulations and More: The Bundle

WHY STUDY HISTORY | Back to School Activity | First Day of School Discussion

Created by

Back to School, Social Studies - History, U.S. History

Why do we study history anyway? This back to school activity is a must have for any history or social studies class! Start the first day of school (or the first lesson of any history class) with “WHY” because students always want to know why? Why am I learning about history? Why do we have to study this stuff anyway? When am I ever going to use this in life? Isn’t history about a "bunch of old dead people" and things that have already happened? **Major necessary upgrades have been made to ma

Subjects:

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

Activities, Lesson

CCSS:

W.5.1

, W.5.2b

, W.5.2d

, W.5.10

, W.6.1

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Also included in: American History U.S. History Bundle: Beginnings through the 1850's

Shark Tank Project - Creating a Digital Business Entrepreneurship Project

Created by

The EDpreneur Academy

Do you have what it takes to impress the Sharks? In this digitally focused project, students will be immersed in a variety of free, online tools including: Google Workspace, DOCS, SITES, SLIDES, Canva, & More!Based on the hit show, "Shark Tank", students will experience what it's like as an entrepreneur as they research product or service ideas, identify a specific market, and use individual creativity to create a simple business plan, design a logo for their business, as well as a digital t

Subjects:

Business, Economics , Graphic Arts

Grades:

4th - 9th

Types:

Projects, Activities

CCSS:

SL.6.4

, SL.7.4

, SL.8.4

, SL.9-10.4

, SL.11-12.4

...

Also included in: Shark Tank Business Projects for Grades 6-12 | Interactive Business Lessons

America The Story of Us Worksheets, Questions, Viewing Guide | All 12 Episodes

Created by

Government, Other (Social Studies - History), U.S. History

America The Story of Us, by the History Channel, is one of the best video series to show for any American or US History class. Teachers love the quality content, and students enjoy the engaging visuals! Certainly considered a classic by now, this series has 12 episodes ranging from the early setters of Jamestown, all the way through September 11th and the new millennium. This bundle contains questions for all 12 episodes of the series. By purchasing the bundle you save a whopping 50%! That's o

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 12th

Types:

Worksheets, Movie Guides

CCSS:

RI.5.7

, RI.7.7

, RI.11-12.7

, W.5.1

...

CURRENT EVENTS: News Article Summary, Main Idea, Reading Comprehension | NEWSELA

Created by

Civics, Government, Other (Social Studies - History)

This Current Events Summary is an excellent tool for students to get involved with the news and the current events of the week. A simple writing format helps students find, summarize, and write opinions about current news stories and events. I find this activity to be a practical filler for various social studies courses. What's Included:Teacher directions with ideas for implementation and useSimple student directions: Find, Highlight, Summarize, Importance, OpinionGuided student writing temp

Subjects:

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson

CCSS:

RI.4.1

, RI.4.2

, RI.4.3

, RI.4.4

, RI.4.10

...

Also included in: Current Events Bundle | News Viewing Guides | CNN10, World from A to Z, & More

Roles of the President | A Day in the Life of the Executive Branch | White House

Created by

What does the President of the United States do anyway? Throughout the day, the President wears many hats and is responsible for many different roles within the Executive Branch. This engaging mini-lesson is an excellent way for students to comprehend all roles played by the President. "Roles of the President" is an engaging resource for any unit that studies the President or the Executive Branch. The 7 roles studied include: Chief Executive, Chief Diplomat, Commander in Chief, Party Chief, Ec

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 9th

Types:

Handouts, Lesson

CCSS:

RI.4.10

English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, Writing

, RI.8.10

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Also included in: PRESIDENTS BUNDLE: Civics, Executive & Presidential Resources

English Reading & Writing Bell Ringers Exit Slips Pack Vol 1

Created by

Tracee Orman

Common Core Reading and Writing Bell Ringers Exit Slips BUNDLE, Volume 1 This IS included in my growing bundle: ALL of My Bell Ringer and Exit Slip Resources. Do you need a collection of ready-to-print bell ringers/exit slips that you can use all year long? Try my bundle of 155 unique activities that can be used more than once throughout the year. *Newly updated to include back-to-school icebreaker activities AND signs to hang on your bulletin board or other display to showcase student work. I

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 11th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Task Cards

CCSS:

, L.8.1

...

Also included in: Custom Bundle for Jen W.

Freedom Writers Film Unit: Common Core-Aligned Assignments & Activities

Created by

Secondary Cinema

This 46-page movie guide for "Freedom Writers" allows you to share this inspirational film with your students while also incorporating meaningful writing and literature learning activities aligned to Common Core Standards. Student Resources (19 pages) include: Coming Attractions (Pre-Viewing Activity): •"The Line" Activity & Student Reflection (Try it for FREE HERE!) Feature Film (During-Viewing Assignments): •Character Growth Graphic Organizer •Character Growth Analysis •Journal Entries

Subjects:

Character Education, English Language Arts, Other (Social Studies - History)

Grades:

7th - 12th

Types:

Printables, Movie Guides

CCSS:

...

Political Parties | Campaign Simulation Running for President

Created by

This presidential election simulation is an excellent way for students to comprehend all aspects of political parties and the campaigns needed to elect a presidential candidate - "Let's Get The Party Started!" The teacher will divide class into groups of 4 to 5 students per group. Each group will develop their own political party and choose a presidential candidate to represent their party. Using the included criteria, allow students a few class periods, or portions of class periods, to create

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 12th

Types:

Projects, Simulations

CCSS:

W.5.1

, W.5.1a

, W.5.1b

, W.5.2b

, W.5.2d

...

Also included in: Civics & US Government Lesson, Activities, Simulations and More: The Bundle

Articles of the Constitution: A Primary Source Analysis on the 7 Articles

Created by

This is an excellent way to study and know the information contained within the United States Constitution. To better understand the layout and information within the United States Constitution, students will read through the original 7 Articles of this primary source document and find the main ideas. This is a nice addition to Constitution Day or your existing unit on the Constitution.Don't be afraid to have your students study this great document. Being one of the most influential documents

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

Worksheets, Homework

CCSS:

RI.6.10

, RI.8.10

, RI.9-10.10

...

Also included in: Civics & US Government Lesson, Activities, Simulations and More: The Bundle

Jamestown Activity: Webquest, History Reading, Video, Virtual Archaeological Dig

Created by

Social Studies - History, U.S. History

From adventure, to mystery, to the "starving time," students will enjoy learning even more about historic Jamestown through these 4 content-rich resources. Established in 1607, Jamestown was the first successful English settlement in the Americas, and is considered to be the beginnings of United States History. This mini unit will provide a variety of diverse learning resources to go along with your current unit on Jamestown history. Answer keys are included for all resources. Enjoy, and let

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

Activities, Lesson

CCSS:

RI.5.7

...

Also included in: American History U.S. History Bundle: Beginnings through the 1850's

Star Spangled Banner Activity: National Anthem Reading & War of 1812 summary

Created by

Civics, Creative Writing, U.S. History

It's the National Anthem! Whether it's social studies, english, or music class, this mini-unit is perfect for any study on the Star Spangled Banner (or the War of 1812). This bundle includes a fun, introductory whole-group PowerPoint-style quiz, a historical reading with comprehension questions, and a creative re-writing of the National Anthem. Everything you need is included! It's even in PDF and Google drive formats! Learn more specifics in the details below:☞ This resource is also a part of

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 9th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Activities

CCSS:

RI.6.4

, RI.7.4

, RI.11-12.9

...

Also included in: American History U.S. History Bundle: Beginnings through the 1850's

Civics & US Government Lesson, Activities, Simulations and More: The Bundle

Created by

Civics, Government, Social Studies - History

This bundle contains every single Civics/Government resource from the Mister Harms store! You're getting every single resource but saving BIG with a whopping 20% OFF all current resources. Once the bundle is yours, you will then get 100% off all future products added to the bundle! Buying the bundle format will save you time and money, and you will be getting all of my favorite lessons in one place! This bundle is not necessarily a sequenced curriculum, rather it has a variety of ready-to-use r

Subjects:

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

Projects, Activities, Homework

CCSS:

RI.6.7

, RI.7.7

, RI.8.7

, RI.9-10.7

...

Mental Health & Wellness: Wheel of Life Lesson | Psychology or Health Class

Created by

Character Education, Health, Psychology

Are you studying stress or wellness? This life survey is fantastic for any Psychology or Health class. Students will take a self-reflective survey regarding their own mental health, physical health, personal life, and more. Answering 6 questions each in 8 areas of their lives, students will complete a total of 48 questions. With the results, students will map out their scores on the included "Wheel of Life." This wheel is a great visual to see how their life is "rolling along."This life asse

Subjects:

Grades:

9th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff

Types:

Projects, Activities, Assessment

CCSS:

...

Also included in: Give Me Everything Growing Bundle! • 30% Off Every Resource From Mister Harms!

Stock Market Game: An Online Activity, & Simulation | Teach Students Investing

Created by

Civics, Economics , Government

Studying the stock market can be difficult, yet life-changing if studied properly! For years I have wanted to help students grasp a comfortable understanding of the stock market. Through semesters of tweaking and formulating, I have come up with this resource that students and teachers alike can approve of! Students will enter an online game, watch their stock returns, write reflection papers, draft summaries of their investment companies, chart returns, and create a reflection of their entire

Subjects:

Grades:

9th - 12th

Types:

Activities, Simulations

CCSS:

W.7.1b

, W.7.2d

, W.7.4

, W.7.6

, W.7.10

...

Also included in: Economics Resources: A Bundle of Engaging Resources On Money, Economy, & More

Thomas Paine Common Sense: Primary Source Activity | American History

Created by

Informational Text, Other (Social Studies - History), U.S. History

Thomas Paine's Common Sense was a little pamphlet with big ideas! This primary source activity gives students a chance to read through and analyze the major paragraphs, or arguments, within his pamphlet while answering various questions. I created this mini-unit for my own classroom to help students understand this important document that shaped the course of Independence. You will find that this resource is challenging yet capable for all. Students are analyzing text from the 1700's which ca

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

Research, DBQs

CCSS:

RI.6.7

, RI.8.10

...

Also included in: American History U.S. History Bundle: Beginnings through the 1850's

Class Constitution: Creating a Classroom Constitution & Preamble

Created by

Have you ever created a constitution for your own classroom? Each year in civics class, as we learn about the United States Constitution, I have my students help create our very own class constitution. The students love being a part of creating rules and policy for our classroom. This student-led activity has always proven to be a success! Each student's voice is heard as they actively engaged in crafting of an official document for the class. The process begins as students are grouped to dr

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

CCSS:

, W.6.1a

, W.6.2b

...

Also included in: Civics & US Government Lesson, Activities, Simulations and More: The Bundle

American History U.S. History Bundle: Beginnings through the 1850's

Created by

Other (Social Studies - History), U.S. History

This bundle contains every single American History resources from the Mister Harms store! You're getting every American History resource but saving BIG with a whopping 20% OFF all current resources. Once the bundle is yours, you will then get 100% off all future products added to the bundle! Buying the bundle format will save you time and money, and you will be getting all of my favorite American History lessons in one place! This bundle is not necessarily a sequenced curriculum, rather it has

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 9th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities

CCSS:

RI.5.7

...

Economics Resources: A Bundle of Engaging Resources On Money, Economy, & More

Created by

Civics, Economics , Government

This bundle includes a variety of 9 economic resources from my store that you can add to your various economic units. With a total of 9 fantastic resources on economics, you will be saving 25% by getting this bundled version instead of purchasing the resources individually! That's like getting a few products for FREE! Products included are seen above! Enjoy!Thank You!Thanks so much for stopping by! It's great to meet you! I hope this resource adds value to your classroom. If you have time, I'd

Subjects:

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

Projects, Activities, Simulations

CCSS:

RI.5.5

, RF.5.4a

, W.5.2d

, W.5.4

, W.5.6

...

Halloween Proofreading | Correct the Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar Errors

Created by

Pagecraft ELA

This Halloween proofreading activity for grades 9-11 is a great bellringer, brain break or exit ticket. Learn about the history of Halloween whilst also correcting errors in spelling, punctuation and grammar. Answer key included as built-in slides for students to self or peer-mark. See the video preview for a fuller demonstration!Want the bundle? Check out my Proofreading Passages BUNDLE | Correct the Spelling, Punctuation, Grammar Errors!Want the Halloween BUNDLE? Check out Halloween ELA BUNDLE

Subjects:

Balanced Literacy, English Language Arts, Halloween

Grades:

8th - 11th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Activities, Printables

CCSS:

...

Also included in: Ultimate Endless Bellringer BUNDLE | Middle & High School | Do Now Activities

Creative Writing Unit Plan for Gothic Fiction and Horror (Google Drive)

Created by

Inquiring Mind of the English Teacher Kind

Save time without sacrificing rigor in the high school Creative Writing classroom with this low-prep, Common Core-aligned unit plan and these all-inclusive resources for engaging students fully in the narrative writing process. Materials are made for Google Drive. (Alternatively, printable versions are available.) Included are the following:A detailed, standards-based unit plan articulating the unit's transfer goal(s), essential question(s), enduring understanding(s), learning target(s), academi

Subjects:

Creative Writing, English Language Arts, Halloween

Grades:

9th - 12th

Types:

CCSS:

...

Also included in: High School Creative Writing Complete Semester Curriculum and Materials Bundle

Economics Activity | Classroom Market Economy Simulation & Classroom Management

Created by

Civics, Economics , Government

Searching for Economics Activities? Looking for a way to make economics class more enjoyable or maybe just improve classroom management? CLA$$ONOMIC$ is an interactive classroom economy that will boost student engagement and help reinforce the major concepts of a market economy. Create your very own classroom economy with this Social Studies simulation. Students love the chance to be an entrepreneur by owning items in the classroom, charging students usage fees, and having opportunities to mak

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 12th

Types:

Activities, Simulations, Lesson

CCSS:

RF.5.4a

, W.5.4

, W.6.4

, W.7.4

, W.8.4

...

Also included in: Economics Resources: A Bundle of Engaging Resources On Money, Economy, & More

The Legislative Branch: Unit Notes & Worksheets for Government or Civics Class

Created by