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World history Common Core WHST.6-8.1e resources
Write Like a Sumerian! Cuneiform in Mesopotamia Writing & Literacy Activity
Experience a student-focused and Common Core-aligned Mesopotamia writing activity! Begin by immersing your students in the fascinating history of cuneiform's evolution in Ancient Mesopotamia. There’s no way they will say this activity is 'boring'! Students will dive into the reading materials by: extracting key detailssummarizing essential pointsdrawing insightful conclusions using a printable writing guideYour students will transport back in time to the Sumerian era as they embark on an excitin
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5th - 8th
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US History Curriculum Activities 5th Grade United States Map Geography Projects
This Upper Elementary and Middle School Complete US History Curriculum Resource has over 1,205 pages/slide of material covering Ancient American | Native Americans, The Age of Exploration, Relations Between Colonists and Native Americans, The Original 13 Colonies, Events Leading up to the Revolutionary War, The American Revolution and Declaration of Independence, The Constitution and Articles of Confederation***UPDATE: Now contains curriculum binders and sample classroom pacing guide!**UPDATE: N
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4th - 7th
Ancient Civilizations Mesopotamia Stations - Doodle Note Style GRAPES Worksheet
Introducing our engaging and student-centered educational resource, packed with content that brings Ancient Mesopotamia to life! This interactive activity unfolds across six meticulously crafted stations, each exploring the vital components of GRAPES: geography, achievements, social classes, leadership, economy, and religion of this ancient civilization.Within each Mesopotamia station, you'll discover richly detailed readings accompanied by captivating visuals, charts, station signs, and maps t
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5th - 9th
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Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia Unit King Tut Hammurabi for World History
In the Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia Bundle, you receive 12 fun, hands-on, Common Core focused, Google 1:1 compatible resources guaranteed to energize your classroom! Bring life and energy to teaching Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. Purchased separately, these lessons would cost over $40 -- buy this bundle and save over 20%! It's like getting a couple lessons for free!The TWELVE activities included in Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia Unit Bundle are:✔ 1.) King Tut CSI Investigation! Students inves
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5th - 8th
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Code Hacker! Aztec, Maya, Inca Escape Room - Digital Google Apps Fun Activity
Can students break the codes to win billions in riches? Each section tests student skills, knowledge, and understanding of the Americas (Aztec, Maya, Inca Civilizations) with a resource map on TWO printable pages and in a Google Form! Students use the resource map and clues to decipher a code entered into a Google Form. If they can enter all of the correct codes, they win a chest of riches.For students to progress to the next section, they must get the correct answers, so grading is a snap! It's
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5th - 8th
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The Epic of Gilgamesh Common Core Writing and Literacy Primary Source Activity
Step into the rich world of Ancient Mesopotamia with this student-centered and Common Core-aligned activity. Your students will embark on a captivating journey as they explore the timeless Epic of Gilgamesh, gaining profound insights into the beliefs and society of this ancient civilization.Here's how the Epic of Gilgamesh adventure unfolds: Historical Context: Begin by delving into a brief history of the Epic of Gilgamesh and encounter an excerpt from the actual tale. This introduction sets th
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6th - 8th
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Ancient Egypt Reading: How did Egyptians Build Pyramids? Claim & Evidence CER
Are you ready to have your students embark on a fascinating journey back in time to uncover the age-old riddle of how the Ancient Egyptians constructed the majestic Pyramids of Giza? Look no further, as our "Histories Mysteries: How Did Ancient Egypt Build Pyramids?" is here to take your students on an awe-inspiring historical exploration! Unearth the Secrets of the Pyramids: In this immersive Ancient Egypt Claim, Evidence, Reasoning (CER) unit lesson, your students will become history detective
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5th - 8th
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Enlightenment Bundle : Age of Reason Printable & Digital Lesson Plans Activities
This Enlightenment Unit Activity Bundle is engaging, fun, and rigorous! The lessons guide students to make great connections to ideas the U.S. has adopted from key Enlightenment thinkers. The Enlightenment lesson plans cover important key figures of the Enlightenment, including Baron de Montesquieu, Beccaria, John Locke, Voltaire, and Hobbes. This unit is perfect for both a paper-driven or Google classroom environment.This bundle is a great deal for over 15 engaging activities and assessments th
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6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Medieval- Middle Ages World History Curriculum Print & Digital Resources 5-8
Code Hacker! the Renaissance Escape Room Activity : Fun Digital Google Lesson
What a fun way to learn about the Renaissance, including major achievements, artists, and the importance of trade! Can students break the codes to win billions in riches? Each section tests student skills, knowledge, and understanding with a resource map that is on TWO printable pages and is also included right in a Google Form! Students use the resource map and clues to decipher a code entered into a Google Form. If they are able to enter all of the correct codes, they win a chest of riches. In
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5th - 8th
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Ashoka the Great? Ancient India Activity Writing and Literacy Lesson Plan
This activity is student-centered and Common Core! First, students read a brief history of the famous Mauryan leader of Ancient India, Ashoka (Asoka) the Great. Then, they analyze some of his more controversial accomplishments and evaluate his "greatness". Next, students formulate an opinion and use his accomplishments as evidence to support their beliefs. They create a conclusion and even draw parallels between his accomplishments and what makes a person great.This assignment includes a few pri
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4th - 10th
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Code Hacker! Mesopotamia Escape Room History Lesson -Google Apps Activity
Can students break the codes to win billions in riches? Each section tests student skills, knowledge, and understanding with a resource map that is on TWO printable pages and in a Google Form! Students use the resource map and clues to decipher a code that is entered into a Google Form. If they are able to enter all of the correct codes they win a chest of riches. In a fun, optional summary activity students can complete a "what I would buy with the billions a won" activity available for print
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5th - 8th
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History's Mysteries: Women Samurai? Claim & Evidence CER Activity
Were there women samurai in Medieval Japan? Research suggests there were many! Students investigate if an when feudal Japan had female samurai based on what the experts say! In this fun, Medieval Japan Claim, Evidence, Reasoning (CER) unit lesson, students investigate by reading and gathering evidence from the most recent scientific data and primary sources to answer a focus question. After the reading students create a claim, support the claim with evidence, write reasoning, and offer a conclu
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5th - 8th
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Code Hacker! Ancient Rome Escape Room Activity : Digital Google Lesson
What a great way to learn about the government, key leaders, and achievements of the Ancient Roman Empire! Can students break the codes to win billions in riches? Each section tests student skills, knowledge, and understanding with a resource map that is on TWO printable pages and in a Google Form! Students use the resource map and clues to decipher a code that is entered into a Google Form. If they are able to enter all of the correct codes they win a chest of riches. In a fun, optional summary
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5th - 8th
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Were the 12 Table Fair? Roman Laws Writing & Literacy Primary Source Activity
Were the 12 Tabkes Fair? Students decide! This activity is student-centered and Common Core! First, students read a brief history about the famous 12 tables of law in Ancient Rome. Then, they analyze some of the more controversial laws and evaluate their fairness. Next, students formulate an argument/claim and use the laws as evidence to support their beliefs. They create a conclusion and even draw parallels about the laws with their own lives.____________________________________________________
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4th - 10th
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History's Mysteries: A Children's Crusade? Claim & Evidence CER Activity
Was there an army of European children that were sent to win back Jerusalem from the Muslims? Students investigate if there was a children's crusade based on the latest evidence! In this fun, Medieval Europe Claim, Evidence, Reasoning (CER) unit lesson, students investigate by reading and gathering evidence from the most recent scientific data and primary sources to answer a focus question. After the reading students create a claim, support the claim with evidence, write reasoning, and offer a c
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5th - 8th
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Medieval Feudal Japan Bundle Unit Activities
Students will have the opportunity to create the following activities and projects:✓43 Interactive Notebook Activities✓Webquest: Introduction to Japan✓Geography of Japan: Create a Real Estate Advertisement or Commercial✓Create a Timeline: Medieval Japan✓Create Tanka Poems✓Create Currency for Japan’s Golden Age✓Feudalism in Japan Notes: Pros & Cons✓Samurai Training Booklet✓Help Wanted Ad: Samurai Needed✓Writing Project: Samurai Cover Letter✓Primary Source Analysis: Creed of a Samurai✓Samurai
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6th - 8th
Code Hacker! Medieval Africa Ghana & Mali Escape Room - Google Apps Activity
What a fun way to learn about the Medieval West African Empire of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai! Can students break the codes to win billions in riches? Each section tests student skills, knowledge, and understanding with a resource map accessible on two easy pages! Students use the resource map and clues to decipher a code entered into a Google Form. If they can enter all of the correct codes, they win a chest of riches. In a fun, optional summary activity, students can complete a "what I would buy
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5th - 8th
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Code Hacker! Medieval Europe Escape Room Middle Ages Activity : Digital Lesson
What a fun way to learn about the Feudal Europe in the Middle Ages! Can students break the codes to win billions in riches? Each section tests student skills, knowledge, and understanding with a resource map that is on TWO printable pages and is also included right in a Google Form! Students use the resource map and clues to decipher a code that is entered into a Google Form. If they are able to enter all of the correct codes they win a chest of riches. In a fun, optional summary activity studen
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5th - 8th
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Gupta Empire Lesson Plan: The Golden Age Literacy & Writing Activity & Fun AD
This activity pack is student-centered, rigorous, and fun. It comes with an informational text one-page reading covering the Golden Age of the Gupta Empire in Ancient India. Students then complete a Common Core writing printable that has them find supporting sentences for claims and summarize the main ideas. Students are expected to respond to questions, find evidence and provide commentary. It fits perfectly with the common core writing standards 6-8.1-10. Lastly, as an alternative assignment o
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Gupta Empire Resource and Assessment Activity Bundle with Six Lesson Plans
Code Hacker! An Ancient Egypt Escape Room History Lesson - Google Apps Activity
Can students break the codes to win billions in riches? Each section tests student skills, knowledge, and understanding with a resource map that is on TWO printable pages, and in a Google Form! Students use the resource map and clues to decipher a code that is entered into a Google Form. If they are able to enter all of the correct codes they win a chest of riches. In a fun, optional summary activity students can complete a "what I would buy with the billions a won" activity available for print
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5th - 8th
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DBQ Gupta, Ancient India Achievements DBQ Primary Secondary Source Activity,
Get your students investigating history with this versatile document-based questions activity for The Golden Age of Ancient India- Gupta Empire Achievements. This Common Core bundle has a mini-DBQ that is designed to get students to analyze primary and secondary sources in small, compressible chunks. The DBQ is divided into a primary source document analysis and a written response section. Students are expected to respond to questions, find evidence and provide commentary. It fits perfectly with
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5th - 9th
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Also included in:Â Gupta Empire Resource and Assessment Activity Bundle with Six Lesson Plans
Code Hacker! Feudal Medieval Japan Escape Room - Digital Google Lesson Activity
Can students break the codes to win billions in riches? Each section tests student skills, knowledge, and understanding with a resource map that is on TWO printable pages, and in a Google Form! Students use the resource map and clues to decipher a code that is entered into a Google Form. If they are able to enter all of the correct codes they win a chest of riches. In a fun, optional summary activity students can complete a "what I would buy with the billions a won" activity available for print
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5th - 8th
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Code Hacker! Ancient India Escape Room Activity : Digital Google Lesson
What a great way to learn about key achievements, empires, leaders, and cultures of Ancient India! Can students break the codes to win billions in riches? Each section tests student skills, knowledge, and understanding with a resource map that is on TWO printable pages, and in a Google Form! Students use the resource map and clues to decipher a code that is entered into a Google Form. If they are able to enter all of the correct codes, they win a chest of riches. In a fun, optional summary acti
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5th - 8th
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Renaissance Mystery Party Gallery Walk - Fun Knives Out Style Detective Activity
In this Knives-Out-Style renaissance-detective-lesson students solve a crime while learning about the accomplishments of key renaissance figures! This renaissance mystery party activity is engaging, fun, and academic.Setting the stage: Billionaire Ronald Jenkins has a lavash Hollywood A-list party with a renaissance dress-up theme. The party is complete with a Da Vinci painting borrowed from the Vatican. In a strike of lightning, the lights dimmed, and the painting went missing! The student's mi
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6th - 10th
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