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High school social studies homeschool curricula for Microsoft Word
10 Compare & Contrast Graphic Organizers
This is a collection of 10 one-page graphic organizers that support the teaching of Compare and Contrast strategies. It can be used in all subject areas and across a broad age/grade-level range. Provides a variety of diagrams beyond the basic two circle Venn diagram illustration. Younger students are able to map their ideas on many of the organizers.
Grades:
1st - 12th
Sociology Curriculum | Growing Bundle | Grades 10-12
This growing bundle is perfect to teach Sociology to high school students using a mix of essential resources (Presentations + Worksheets + Workbook + Class Activities). The full course bundle focuses on the following topics:Agents of SocializationGroups and Social StructureModern PerspectivesThe Development of SociologyThe Social SelfSystems of StratificationThe American Class SystemPovertyGender and HealthRace, Ethnicity, and Social StructurePatterns of Intergroup RelationsMinority Groups in th
Grades:
10th - 12th
Civilization GRAPES Independent Study Project
This project can be used to examine any civilization using the organizer GRAPES (geography, religion, achievements, politics, economics, social structure.)
Students research each area and then have a choice of creative follow-up tasks for each one (lots of art, creative writing, etc. To culminate their work, students will create a slideshow presentation about each area of GRAPES.
File includes overviews of GRAPES, project description/planner, follow-up choices, rubric, and note taking sheets.
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Grades:
5th - 9th
Ancient Mayan Civilization PowerPoint Presentation Bundle
Explore the astounding culture and accomplishments of the Ancient Mayan Civilization in 192 informative and colorful slides covering: Geography, Religion, Achievements, Politics, Economics, and Social Structure, this presentation is closely aligned to the ELA Common Core Standards for Literacy in Middle School Social Studies.Deep in the heartland of Central America the Maya established a civilization that towered over the jungle canopy. Creating a new written language that has only just been tra
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Grades:
6th - 9th
NYS Global Geography and History II Regents Curriculum Map
Here is the global geography and history II Curriculum Map that I have updated for next year. I structure my units along with our 6 marking period year. This is a Regents terminating course, so all of the information here is compiled from a variety of sources and geared towards Regents passage and writing skills. It is very long, almost 30 pages in 8 point font! Great to modify, edit and make your own.
Grades:
9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
March - John Lewis, Graphic Novel Ultimate Guide
Black History MonthBeyond Martin Luther King Jr.Civil Rights MovementGraphic NovelsTry teaching the Civil Rights using John Lewis' graphic novel, March Book 1. This is a 16-page guide for students to use while exploring book 1. Students will explore the Civil Rights movement as an eyewitness thanks to John Lewis. Students perform analysis, answer critical thinking questions, provide reflection, and explore links as well as practice graphic novel analysis. This file is a word document so you
Grades:
6th - 12th
world history ancient & classical civilizations unit survival guide (6 weeks)
Unit 1 “survival guide” – a full six weeks of curriculum formatted as a student handout with daily objectives and checks for understanding. This comprehensive “survival guide” presents an overview of the core issues in history, beginning with the rise of civilization through the Classical Period, ending with the fall of Rome. Each lesson comes with a daily objective at the top, key points aligned to the rigor of AP but accessible for high school students, maps, graphics, and / or sources to ana
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Historical Fiction Story Writing Project - Creative Writing
This is a reproducible handout or packet of information teachers can give to students. It contains background information about writing a Historical short story which incorporates research. This writing assignment can be used in either a Creative Writing, Language Arts, or Social Studies class. Students must research a time and place in history in order to write a "period" story.
Students should follow a typical plot structure but add in accurate details about clothing, setting, custo
Grades:
7th - 12th
Budget Project (Excellent!)
Teach your students what it is like to live in the "Real World" financially with this excellent Budget Project. This project has evolved over the last 10 years and is very involved. Students use many resources including the internet, advertisements, and even parents to help them find the information they need to complete this project.Some (but not nearly all) of the topics budgeted for include: Rent, Cars, Student Loans, Medical, Clothing, Utilities,Food, Retirement, Insurance, and College Lo
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Grades:
9th - 12th
United States History and Government Regents Review Packet
This is a review packet for the NYS US History and Government Regents Exam. It includes notes with accompanying Regents multiple choice questions for each section (all questions are Regents exam questions). Toward the end are seven review thematic essays with organizational boxes on the back of each. The last several pages are important "things you must know," organized by topic, including Supreme Court cases, foreign policies, important laws, important people, important documents and writing
Grades:
7th - 12th
Earth's Oceans
An introduction to the Earth's oceans.
-oceans vs. seas
-five major oceans of Earth
-currents
-salinity of oceans
Also includes:
-study terms and map to label
-Activity
-Quiz
-Teacher answer key for quiz and activity
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French Culture and Tourism Videos: Rick Steve's France and Belgium Questions
Parents and Teachers (Especially non French-Speaking),Whether you are homeschooling, doing a long-term sub assignment or just looking to sprinkle in some culture to your curriculum, this product is exactly what you are looking for! Included I have hyperlinks to seven different videos from Rick Steve's travel series: two for Paris and one each for Normandy, Provence, French Riviera, Alsace, and Belgium. You have no need for any DVDs or subscriptions! Averaging around 25 minutes each, the videos g
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God Worksheet w/answers Edwards
I have included a set of two worksheets with questions and analysis of Jonathan Edward's famous speech called "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God." I have also included answers for these.
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Free Solo (2018) Psychology Class: Documentary Viewing Guide with KEY
Using "Free Solo" (2018) in a high school psychology class can provide valuable insights into various psychological concepts and principles. Here's a rationale for its use:Risk-taking Behavior: The film follows rock climber Alex Honnold as he attempts to free solo climb El Capitan, a daunting 3,000-foot vertical rock face in Yosemite National Park without ropes or safety equipment. This extreme form of risk-taking behavior can serve as a case study for discussing the psychological factors that d
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Business Law Full Year Curriculum
Included is a Business & Personal Law Curriculum written for a full year course. Each Unit includes student understandings, essential questions, performance tasks (SWBAT) and a learning activities list. It includes a pacing guide for each section. Bonus- if from NJ- it also includes Student Learning Standards. Book used in the class is · Text: Law for Business and Personal Use, 19e, Adamson & Morrison but can be used with any text for content including OpenStax free law resources.
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Grades:
9th - 12th
"Ready Player One" Economic Questions
Engage Your Students with "Ready Player One" Economic Questions! Are you seeking immersive and thought-provoking economic questions inspired by the captivating world of "Ready Player One"? Look no further! Explore the Economics of the Oasis: Dive into the economic themes within the Oasis and the real-world implications with these meticulously crafted Depth of Knowledge (DOK) leveled questions. Levels of Understanding: These questions cater to different depths of knowledge: DOK 1: Recall and un
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Industrial Revolution Simulation - Build an Industrial City-
Great Simulation on the impacts of the Industrial Revolution in a creative and comprehensive manner. The student is the designer of an industrial city and has to answer key planning and growth questions that arise out of a liberal society. Student's love creating their city and actually have fun thinking the process through of what impacts their decisions have on society. Could be adapted for any age group.
Grades:
10th - 12th
Meal Planning & Grocery Budgeting Life Skills/Consumer Math
Life Skills/Consumer Math project/worksheet/activity for teens. This is a great intro to learning how to budget weekly meals! There is an example week already done, followed by a blank week for the student to do. Simple, Easy, Educational.
Grades:
9th - 12th
Gilded Age Graphic Organizer
Big Ideas ~
Rural to urban migration, pro and cons of big business, rise of entrepreneurship, free enterprise, laissez-faire, urbanization, immigration, philanthropy of industrialists, Americanization movement, impact of technology on economic development, standard of living and productivity; growth of labor unions
Essential Questions ~
How did numerous new inventions contribute to America’s economic progress?
Explain how the railroad created a truly national market.
How did the free enterpr
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Grades:
8th - 12th
World War II Test (WW2)
World War II Unit Exam. (World War 2) World War Two Unit Exam Assessment provides a variety of 45 multiple choice questions and true/false questions, as well as 7 extended response essay questions. This assessment provides great examples to utilize when building a unit examination for World War 2.This product is also sold as part of the World War Two (WWII) Activity Bundle AND the World War Two (WWII) Unit Bundle. Each bundle from High Altitude History saves you 30% off of the retail price! Chec
Grades:
9th - 12th
Also included in: World War One (WWI) & World War Two (WWII) Super Bundle
Lee Daniels: The Butler (2013) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Question
"The Butler" (2013) is a historical drama film directed by Lee Daniels. The movie is loosely based on the real-life story of Eugene Allen, an African American who served as a White House butler for over three decades, spanning the terms of eight U.S. presidents from 1952 to 1986. While the film takes inspiration from Allen's life, it fictionalizes many aspects for dramatic effect.The story follows Cecil Gaines, played by Forest Whitaker, who serves as the fictionalized butler in the White House.
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in: 10 Black History Month: Movie Viewing Guide BUNDLE
Financial Institutions in a Market Economy: Text, Images, and Assessment
This resource is great for a an introductory or extension assignment, as well as a sub plan assignment, no outside sources are needed. The worksheet utilizes informative text and illustrations to provide a foundation of knowledge over the following standard: SS.6.E.1.4 – Discuss the function of financial institutions in the development of a market economy. A 10 question assessment is on page 2 of the worksheet that assesses the students over the informative text section. There is also an answer
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Grades:
5th - 10th
Economic Concepts in a Mixed Market Economy: Text, Images, and Assessment
This resource is great for a an introductory or extension assignment, as well as a sub plan assignment, no outside sources are needed. The worksheet utilizes informative text and illustrations to provide a foundation of knowledge over the following standard: SS.6.E.1.3 – Review the concepts of supply and demand, choice, scarcity, and opportunity cost as they relate to the development of the mixed market economy in the United States. A 10 question assessment is on page 2 of the worksheet that ass
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Grades:
5th - 10th
Economic Concepts in Early Civilizations: Text, Images and Assessment
This resource is great for a an introductory or extension assignment, as well as a sub plan assignment, no outside sources are needed. The worksheet utilizes informative text and illustrations to provide a foundation of knowledge over the following standard: SS.6.E.1.3 – Describe the following economic concepts as they relate to early civilization: scarcity, opportunity cost, supply and demand, barter, trade, productive resources (land, labor, capital, entrepreneurship). A 10 question assessment
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Grades:
5th - 10th
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- Learn about the achievements, challenges, perspectives, traditions, and customs of different societies
- Evaluate information, analyze evidence, and make informed judgments about complex social, economic, and political issues
- Become active, responsible, and engaged citizens
- Comprehend global issues such as human rights, environmental sustainability, and economic disparities
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