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Social studies Common Core CCRA.L.6 lectures
The Legislative Branch: Unit Notes & Worksheets for Government or Civics Class
Make civics informative and practical for your students by using this set of notes and assessments that summarize the main points of the Legislative Branch! I have used this set of notes regarding the Legislative Branch in my 8th grade civics class for many years. This branch of government, which is the largest, can be daunting to summarize and teach. However, I have narrowed down the important aspects so students get the main concepts and you’ll get a complete unit of notes on the Legislative
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7th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Civics & US Government Lesson, Activities, Simulations and More: The Bundle
Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass Unit Slides/Activities/Essay
This unit includes slides and assignments across the entire book as well as some links to additional resources including Douglass's speech "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?" Slides introduce the work, Douglass, include discussion questions for every chapter, and several additional assignments providing additional context, thought-provoking questions, and two writing assignments--culminating in a paper where students answer what the Fourth of July means to them. Answers included in slide
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Frederick Douglass Slides/Assessments Bundle
(8 weeks) Indigenous Literature Aboriginal voices critical study BUNDLE (+BONUS)
This teaching pack / study guide will take your students through a critical study of Aboriginal texts/ Indigenous Australian literature.Jack Davis, Stan Grant, Blackfella films.Poetry, speech, film and media.Do you want your students to engage more intimately with Australian history and the Indigenous experience? If you are trying to engage your students to develop a deeper, more nuanced understanding of Aboriginal Australia, this is the bundle for you. These lessons form a part of a unit on Ind
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7th - 10th
How to Read a Graphic Novel Overview Activities
How to teach a graphic novel study includes a wide overview as well as multiple activities and examples to support teachers using a graphic novel in their classroom. This lesson can be used for any graphic novel and pulls examples from multiple graphic novels. Your learners will enjoy the rigor and creativity of these engaging activities built from best teaching practices. Featured:Graphic organizers for students to take notes on the graphic novelPowerPoint presentation for teachers to teach com
Grades:
7th - 10th
Ancient Greece: The Persian Wars PowerPoint Presentation Bundle
Bring history to life, and let your students discover how the mighty Persian Empire began. Almost 2500 years ago Cyrus inherited a moderate kingdom. From that small beginning he grew his inheritance into the largest and mightiest empire of its day, swallowing up both the Babylonian and the Median empires in just twenty-one short years. Within sixty-five years it stretched from western shores of Asia Minor to the Indus River in the east and then south encompassing Egypt, Nubia and Libya in Africa
Grades:
6th - 9th
Intro to Native American literature
One short PowerPoint with the definitions of myth, fable, legend and folktale used to introduce unit on Native American literature and a PowerPoint explaining the history of Native American storytelling and themes.
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7th - 12th
British Literature: Anglo-Saxon Period
Unit notes and activities, and with the handouts posted on my blog, the only thing you'll need is a test . Check out the full unit at www.solutionsandsimiles.com(I also have Kahoots and Quizlets to share with this unit!)
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11th - 12th, Adult Education
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Indigenous literature/The Australian Dream Stant Grant/Analysis/Aboriginal
Make sure you check out our Indigenous Literature Bundles:#1: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/8-weeks-Indigenous-Literature-Aboriginal-voices-critical-study-BUNDLE-BONUS-9491757#2: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Indigenous-Literature-Aboriginal-voices-critical-study-MEGA-BUNDLE-9548276If you are trying to engage your students to develop a deeper, more nuanced understanding of Aboriginal Australia, this is the resource for you. These lessons form a part of a unit on Indig
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7th - 10th
Indigenous Terminology & Protocols
I teach English First Peoples, and use this lesson in the first week of school to introduce my students to the current (and outdated) terminology surrounding Indigenous peoples, as well as defining protocols and introducing classroom expectations. This Slide Deck contains all materials for a full-class length lesson, with linked videos and discussion prompts. It is a great resource to start any unit on Indigenous peoples and/or content. In the last slide, I have land specific protocols from t
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9th - 12th
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Social Emotional Learning Middle School Activity Gratitude and Happiness
This social emotional learning lessons includes daily habits for students to practice so that they can clear their minds and become happier people. This was developed around Shawn's Achor's (Harvard Professor) decade of research on happiness.Featured:Engaging PowerPoint with notes on happinessGraphic Organizer for notesCollage assignmentThe Conga LineTeacher notesIf you enjoyed this unit, click HERE, TO follow my store or HERE for the "Kindness Class"*********************************************
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in:Â Social Emotional Learning Curriculum Lessons Activities
How to Read Graphic Novels Overview Activities/Editable/Answer Keys
We Are Graphic Novels provides the most pertinent information to teachers in order to support teaching a graphic novel. More important are how challenging, engaging, and exciting the lessons are. This lesson will work for teaching any graphic novel.This lesson includes the following:Graphic organizersPowerPoint with information necessary about graphic novels: dialogue, gutters, panels, shapes, hands/feet, placement etc. Activities for teachers to use in teaching any graphic novel: carousel, coll
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples Day
Learn about the history of Columbus Day and the reasons for the shift to Indigenous Peoples Day. This lesson covers the history of who Columbus was, his mistakes, and why we should be looking at history with a critical eye. It also covers the shift to embracing Indigenous Peoples Day with a social justice lens. This lesson is meant to be used in a presentation format.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Introduction Paragraph
· Grab the reader’s attention (Hook)· Describe the topic and present major ideas, and reasons for the essay (Introduce the topic)· Present topic sentence (Thesis statement)
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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The End of the Civil War (1864-1865)
The power point presentation covers the Total war strategy adopted involving Sherman's March to the Sea. The Election of 1864 is covered in detail. Also, the Siege of Petersburg, the surrender at Appomattox Courthouse, and The effects of the civil war on the United States for years to come. The presentation was designed to be delivered via lecture while students are taking notes online or on paper.
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7th - 9th
The Great Depression Powerpoint Presentation
Powerpoint presentation on the Great Depression. Suitable for 9th-10th grade U.S History and Economics classes.
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9th - 10th
US Economics: Pre Civil War Economies
A well-detailed presentation about the diverging economies taking shape in the pre-civil war American North and South. Note-taking guide PDF for students included.
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4th - 9th
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9th Grade | World Geography | Northern Europe | PPT
This PowerPoint presentation was created to analyze how the history of the United Kingdom and the Nordic countries played a role in developing government and industry across the globe. It includes the following topics: Geographical FeaturesEarly ConquerorsDreams of Becoming an EmpireThe Difference between Great Britain and the United KingdomHow Britain played a role in shaping the modern worldThe 20th Century in Northern EuropeThe Irish QuestionDemographicsEconomy, Industry, High-TechThe UK and
Grades:
9th - 11th
Also included in:Â 9th Grade | World Geography | Growing Bundle | Presentations
Identity Dictionary and PPT: Identity Terminology for Educational Social Justice
Intersectionality of identity needs to be at the foundation of educational social justice efforts as we honor, respect, and use an individual's self-referential terms, not just on an interpersonal level with students and other faculty members but when referring to people in the news, in the curriculum, or in any way at all. Identity terminology is always highly contested and political, and change throughout space and time. Each identity term and its definition in this resource is by no means def
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in:Â Intersectionality Bundle
10.5 Causes of WWI-M.A.I.N.S Vocabulary Lecture W/ STUDENT NOTES
This bundle includes both the Causes of WWI-Vocabulary Style Lecture and the vocabulary 4 square Causes of WWI Vocabulary Student Notes.Please see individual items for pictures and previews.
Grades:
8th - 11th
Zoroastrianism (Facts then and now) powerpoint
Zoroastrianism is one of World History's earliest organized religions. This powerpoint provides an overview of the early religious beliefs as well as how the religion is practiced today. Some recommended discussion questions: 1. Debate whether Zoroastrianism can be considered the world's oldest organized world religion, 2. Discuss the extent to which Zoroastrian is an organized religion and finally, 3. Is Zoroastrianism a monotheistic or dual god faith?
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8th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Mesopotamia
Comitatus Power Point Presentation - Beowulf Unit
This presentation explains and provides examples of Comitatus (the loyalty that warriors had for their leaders) present in Anglo Saxon literature and in the Anglo Saxon culture, which students encounter throughout Beowulf.
Grades:
10th - 12th
Also included in:Â Beowulf Unit bundle
SOCIAL INEQUALITIES: The Working Poor and Homeless in the USA (slides)
This video guide lesson explores social topics such as income inequality and includes editable PowerPoint file with activators, discussion topics, and political cartoons.Length: One 90 minute period or two 50 minute periods.Themes:The American DreamUnemployment and underemploymentPoverty and homelessnessEmpathy building
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9th - 12th
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The Gilded Age/Progressive Era
The powerpoint covers the period in American history from 1870-1912. The presentation focuses on monopolies and trusts that develop and the resulting progressive era that arises from it which included, government regulations, referendums, recalls, initiatives, and the 17th amendment. The presentation focuses heavily on the presidency of Teddy Roosevelt and the anti-trust policies enacted.
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7th - 9th
The Fast Food Debate! Five Days of Lessons, 10 Minutes of Preparation TOTAL!
Unbeatable Value and great quality- we've done the hard work so you don't have to! A quick download, some printing, cue a video (link provided) and you are set.Teach students debate skills, critical thinking skills, and logical skills to help with essay writing with an extended unit.This is a fun, engaging classroom activity that students always take seriously and learn a lot from. The first two lessons are instructional, critical viewing of hilarious debates with practice applications of skill
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10th - 12th
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