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U.S. History Common Core RL.11-12.2 resources
The Crucible Engaging Activities - 12 Pre-Reading & Post-Reading Tasks
Looking for some fun, unique, and engaging activities to supplement The Crucible? These activities are perfect for learning background information before reading the play and assessing students' understanding after studying the play.Pre-reading activities include:❶ A history video viewing guide that corresponds with Salem Witch Trials documentary from the History Channel with answer key.❷ a handout where students determine which information is true, false, or simply opinionated about the history
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9th - 12th
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The Scarlet Letter (Reader's Theater Script-Story Collection)
Have you ever wanted to teach The Scarlet Letter but couldn't find the time? While preserving the author's literary style, this 52-page text adapts Hawthorne's classic novel into four 45-minute Reader's Theater script-stories. Allowing the students to inhabit classic characters like Hester Prynne and Reverend Dimmesdale brings the literature to life!
Also included with the script-stories is a teacher guide for each of the four parts, complete with relevant background information, plot summary,
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: American Literature Teaching Resources Bundle
CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT Learning Centers - Print & Digital - U.S. History
Are you struggling to find the time to teach the entire Civil Rights Movement? This Civil Rights Movement Learning Centers is one of my FAVORITE student-centered activities and will teach most of the unit in less than a week! "This is one of the best products I've ever purchased on TeachersPayTeachers. Very usable. The kids loved it and I can't wait to use it again next year. THANK YOU!"Students rotate between six different Learning Centers where, with their group, they read information about a
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9th - 12th
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Harlem Renaissance Introduction Presentation with Poet Presentations and Essay
Enhance your Harlem Renaissance unit and engage your high school ELA students with these Harlem Renaissance PowerPoint presentation lessons introducing the era and prominent writers, musicians, artists and activists. Additional presentations for poets, Hughes, Cullen, Bontemps, McCay, and Toomer and writer, Hurston. An essay activity allows you to assess students' understanding and further spark their curiosity. No-prep.INTRODUCTION POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONThe Great Migration including photos an
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10th - 12th
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October Sky (Rocket Boys) by Homer Hickam Novel Unit
This digital download contains: * An introductory PowerPoint about Homer Hickam, Coalwood, the Space Race and Coalwood.* Short answer and essay questions for each chapter* Final test, including essay questions
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7th - 12th
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Poetry Analysis and the American Dream
What do Walt Whitman, Jay-Z, Langston Hughes, and Toby Keith all have in common? They have all commented on their understanding of the American Dream. This unit focuses on close reading skills to analyze the ever changing end equally elusive understanding of the American Dream.The mini-unit includes:A detailed lesson planHandouts of all the poem/songs with built in annotation strategies and close-reading questionsTwo Original Poetry Assignments and a RubricMini-Research Bio's for the Authors Gra
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Red Badge of Courage (Reader's Theater Script-Stories + Reading Guides)
Penning the ultimate novel of the Civil War, Stephen Crane takes us into the mind of a soldier. The Red Badge of Courage portrays one youth’s struggle against himself as he fights his first battle. Because of its psychological realism, the novel still resonates with young readers today. This two-script adaptation is perfect for teachers who need an engaging way to exposure their students to the events of the novel. These script-stories can be used in conjunction with the original text to increas
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: American Literature Teaching Resources Bundle
Benjamin Franklin's Speech in the Constitutional Convention - 5 Day Unit, CCSS
This is a 5-day unit in which students analyze the text for Benjamin Franklin's speech in the Constitutional Convention. This text analysis is great for a study in American literature for ELA, but can also be useful in a history classroom. Students will: Delve into the context of Benjamin Franklin as a Founding Father, read the the text (included), engage with the vocabulary, collaborate to answer text-dependent questions, infer reasoning from the content, and creatively complete a speech writin
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8th - 12th
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Raisin in the Sun & Redlining in Chicago [EDITABLE GOOGLE DOC]
When a lot of people think about injustices in society, they think of people causing harm to others personally, through their attitudes and actions. This does happen. However, much of the injustice in society is deeply rooted in historical systems that allow injustice to continue. Often, the systems that we think are designed to help people in society, like education, criminal justice, housing, and healthcare, are often the most riddled with oppressive practices and historical injustices. In A R
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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The Handmaid's Tale Companion: Extensive Chapter-by-Chapter Study Guide
By far the most comprehensive study guide available on The Handmaid's Tale — much greater detailed than SparkNotes, CliffNotes, LitCharts, or any other online guide. (This took me four years to complete!) The chapter-by-chapter literary guide is written as if I’m having a conversation with students about the novel. I was teaching the book for the fourth year just as the pandemic hit, so I started a series of typed notes in lieu of classroom discussions. As the notes kept expanding, I rewrote it
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Civil War Era Literature Bundle - 4 Units for Literary & Historical Analysis
This is a bundle of our popular units of Civil War Era literature. Students analyze diverse texts during the time of sectional division and the Civil War. These literary works cover the voices of the enslaved people (Spirituals), former slave and abolitionist Frederick Douglass, the last farewell of a Union soldier who died in battle (Sullivan Ballou Letter), and Abraham Lincoln's famously delivered Gettysburg Address speech. Students will: Delve into the historical contexts, read the texts (inc
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8th - 12th
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The Underground Railroad A Novel Excerpt: Literary Analysis Practice
Colson Whitehead is a Pulitzer Prize-winning New York-based novelist. He is the author of six novels, including his 2016 National Book Award-winning novel The Underground Railroad, a selection of Oprah's Book Club 2.0, and was also chosen by President Barack Obama as one of five books on his summer vacation reading list.There are many links to videos, interviews, resources for analyzing the opening passages of the novel. Also included are links to an NPR Fresh Air interview with the author, a do
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9th - 12th
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From Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God
This bundle was created from Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God by Jonathan Edwards. It has everything you need to keep your students moving and interested as they read and analyze excerpts from Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God. Students will be introduced to the biography of Jonathan Edwards and some historical context surrounding his famous sermon. In this bundle you will find...Jonathan Edwards Research Assignment & KeyThis is a great way to introduce him, the context surrounding hi
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9th - 12th
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Frederick Douglass Quiz: "What to a Slave is the Fourth of July?"
This is a quiz (and key) covering Frederick Douglass' famous speech "What to a Slave is the Fourth of July?" Reading this speech goes well with the study of the Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass. This is a 20-question multiple choice quiz (and key), useful as a reading check and springboard for discussion.
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8th - 11th
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American Literature Beginnings to 1800 | Slave Narratives, Colonial Lit
Start your American literature class with these FIVE extension activities. Included are literature activities, graphic organizers, discussion questions, and quizzes that cover American Literature through 1800.Specifically included in this American literature download:→ Early time periods: two quizzes based on the readings based on major events from the Colonial Period (Beginnings to 1750, Pilgrims, theocracy) and the Revolutionary Age (1750-1800), American Revolution, Age of Reason). COMPLETELY
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: American Literature Bundle | Growing Bundle for American Literature
Crucible Pre-Reading Game - Witch Hunt
Bring history to life with "Witch Hunt," an engaging and immersive game that transports students to the hysteria of the Salem Witch Trials. Students will become either witch hunters or witches, using their critical thinking skills to identify and accuse or avoid accusations. Encourage secrecy by only printing hunter cards, for a surprising reveal at the end of the game. This interactive activity is an effective way to demonstrate the dangers of paranoia and the importance of evidence-based reaso
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11th
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The Crisis - Thomas Paine - Mini Unit, CCSS
This is a 3-day mini unit in which students analyze an excerpt from Thomas Paine's classic, The Crisis. This text analysis is great for a study in American literature for ELA, but can also be useful in a history classroom. Students will: Delve into the context of the author's purpose, read the first article of the the text (included), engage with the vocabulary, collaborate to answer text-dependent questions, analyze rhetorical appeals in the content, and complete a creative writing assignment f
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8th - 12th
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The Gettysburg Address - Mini Unit - Historical and Literary Analysis, CCSS
This is a 3-day mini unit in which students analyze Abraham Lincoln's famous speech, "The Gettysburg Address." This text analysis is great for a study in American literature for ELA, but can also be useful in a history classroom. Students will: Delve into the context of the Battle of Gettysburg, read the the text (included), collaborate to answer text-dependent questions, infer reasoning from the content, and complete their own written speech in similar style. Note on Level of Rigor: High school
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8th - 12th
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The Handmaid's Tale:Political Influences--a Power Point Presentation
The Handmaid’s Tale is a powerful story, even if it had been totally invented—but when students learn of the historical background and political forces that influenced Margaret Atwood’s novel, richly illustrated in this Power Point presentation, they get an even deeper glimpse into the creative minds of writers like Atwood (and Orwell and Miller and others) who draw from source materials and their own fiery imaginations to create works that seem even more relevant today than when they were firs
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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U.S. Constitution UNIT PLAN BUNDLE - 4 Weeks - Includes Pacing Guide
This unit bundle includes a variety of our engaging, best-selling resources for teaching through the Constitution of the United States, both its content as a document and its history within the early formation of the republic. These hands-on activities can engage your students throughout the span of your teaching unit. The products include worksheets, projects, primary source materials, and video guides. There is also a bonus Curriculum Pacing Guide with a suggested sequence for how you can sche
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8th - 12th
American Lit Bundle 24 Essay Prompts + Rubrics - CCSS - Google Slides™ - Digital
This growing bundle of American literature short story essay prompts can be used as in-class assignments, take-home essays, or the essay portions of exams. Details:20 literary works with 1 essay prompt eachEach prompt is Common Core-aligned to 2 standards for grades 11-12: 1 for reading writing and 1 for readingStandards-aligned, 2-item scoring guides help you assess student writing thoroughly and quicklyAn essay brainstorming/planning template is included How it works:Your TPT download includes
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11th - 12th
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Of Mice and Men (1992) Film Viewing Guide + Essay Questions
There are very few films that can capture the essence of the films upon which they are based, but Of Mice and Men (1992) directed by Gary Sinise does a great job of translating John Steinbeck's classic novel to the silver screen. This viewing guide will keep students engaged by giving them relevant background information and asking fifteen short answer questions over the course of the story. These questions will draw out the deeper themes, characterizations, and symbolic connections of the story
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: American Literature Teaching Resources Bundle
THE GODFATHER and GOODFELLAS - Mob Film Analysis Bundle
- This is a 10-part bundle that includes lessons, analysis activities, and a comprehensive assessment for two films, The Godfather and Goodfellas. Most activities are specific to each film, while a couple, including the comprehensive assessment, requires viewing of both films. If you only chose to watch one film, more than half of the activities can still be used. The activities in this bundle are an excellent way to analyze cultural rhetoric of the Mob, while also addressing English skills and
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11th - 12th
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The Things They Carried - Characterization and Symbolism - Close Reading
Use this compelling excerpt from the novel by Tim O'Brien to complete a close reading of the characters and things they carry. In pre-reading activities, students begin by responding to a writing prompt that makes personal connections. They also learn about the author, review symbolism, and define vocabulary. Next, they think about model annotations and do their own annotating. Then, after reading the text, they analyze the symbols using a graphic organizer, and they respond to post-reading
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: American Literature Curriculum - Thematic Pacing Guide - Lesson Bundle
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