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8th grade european history lessons under $5
Imperialism Interactive Group Activity
This engaging cooperative learning experience will help your students understand the start of the Age of Imperialism.Small groups of students create different anonymous countries and must conquer "territory" - which are just items in your classroom. While the rules are the same for all students, the directions each group receives are different - resulting in an experience like how some countries could conquer so much territory, while others were unprepared for the land scramble.My classes alway
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7th - 10th
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Cold War Timeline Activity
In this activity, the teacher scatters and hides 26 Cold War event placards around the room. Students use QR readers to find the dates of the events and record the information on a handout. They then place the events in the correct chronological order on a timeline. Last, classes or groups compete to see who can put the Cold War events in the correct order the fastest! Students will have tons of fun while learning about important events that occurred during the Cold War.No QR readers? No problem
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6th - 9th
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Also included in:Â Cold War Lesson Bundle for U.S. and World History Units
WWII: The Holocaust
NOW WITH LINKS TO A GOOGLE CLASSROOM PRODUCT FOR CLASSROOM SUBMISSIONS!This one page reading plus one page of questions provides an overview of the steps leading to the Holocaust. It chronicles the four phases of persecution leading to the construction of death camps, and includes discussion of the Nuremberg Laws, Krystallnacht, the Berlin Olympics and death camps like Auschwitz and Treblinka. This is designed for middle school or high school students. The reading is visually appealing and broke
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6th - 12th
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Roots of the Scientific Revolution
NOW WITH LINKS TO A GOOGLE CLASSROOM PRODUCT FOR CLASSROOM SUBMISSIONS!This one page reading plus one page of questions defines the Scientific revolution and identifies its roots. It is designed for middle school or high school students. The reading is visually appealing and broken into chunks. It can be used for classwork, homework, research or as a platform for projects. Questions are content based and designed to target essential content acquisition. If interested in similar Scientific Revolu
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6th - 12th
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Imperialism of Africa
NOW WITH LINKS TO A GOOGLE CLASSROOM PRODUCT FOR CLASSROOM SUBMISSIONS!This one page reading plus one page of questions summarizes the impact of European imperialism in Africa. It includes a definition of imperialism, an explanation of European motives, the Berlin Conference of 1884-85, and some long range effects of imperialism in Africa. This is designed for middle school or high school students. The reading is visually appealing and broken into chunks. It can be used for classwork, homework,
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6th - 12th
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The Crusades
NOW WITH LINKS TO A GOOGLE CLASSROOM PRODUCT FOR CLASSROOM SUBMISSIONS!This one page reading plus one page of questions summarizes the series of events that led to, and the effects of, the Crusades. It is designed for middle school or high school students. The reading is visually appealing and broken into chunks. It can be used for classwork, homework, research or as a platform for projects. Questions are content based and designed to target essential content acquisition. If interested in simila
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6th - 12th
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Columbian Exchange
NOW WITH LINKS TO A GOOGLE CLASSROOM PRODUCT FOR CLASSROOM SUBMISSIONS!This is a 1 page reading plus 1 page of questions. It chronicles the Columbian Exchange that occurred between Eastern and Western Hemispheres as a result of the Age of Exploration. It specifically describes the products that traveled between Hemispheres and emphasizes the impact these exchanges had. This is designed for middle school or high school students. The reading is visually appealing and broken into chunks. It can be
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7th - 12th
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Divine Right & the Rise of Absolutism
NOW WITH LINKS TO A GOOGLE CLASSROOM PRODUCT FOR CLASSROOM SUBMISSIONS!This one page reading plus one page of questions summarizes Divine Right rule and the rise of Absolute Monarchs in Europe. It is designed for middle school or high school students. The reading is visually appealing and broken into chunks. It can be used for classwork, homework, research or as a platform for projects. Questions are content based and designed to target essential content acquisition. If interested in similar rea
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6th - 12th
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The Fall of Rome
NOW WITH LINKS TO A GOOGLE CLASSROOM PRODUCT FOR CLASSROOM SUBMISSIONS!This one page reading plus one page of questions summarizes the fall of Ancient Rome. The reading examines the social, political and economic problems that plagued the Empire, as well as the waves of invasions that battered Rome. It is designed for middle school or high school students. The reading is visually appealing and broken into chunks. It can be used for classwork, homework, research or as a platform for projects. Que
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6th - 12th
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Islam Map Worksheet | Google Classroom | Printable & Digital
This map lesson and assessment focuses on the rise and spread of Islam between 632CE and 750CE. Students will analyze how geography and trade played an important role in the spread of the Islamic Empire. A digital version is included for use in your Google Classroom. **This resource is part of the World History Map Activities Bundle. TEN map lessons and assessments are included at a 20% discount price! Click here to see all the resources in the bundle and take advantage of the HUGE savings.INCL
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â World History Map Activities Bundle | Google Classroom | Printable & Digital
Effects of the Enlightenment
This one page reading plus one page of questions summarizes the effects of the Enlightenment. It is designed for middle school or high school students. The reading is visually appealing and broken into chunks. It can be used for classwork, homework, research or as a platform for projects. Questions are content based and designed to target essential content acquisition. If interested in similar Enlightenment readings, check other offerings by this author. A set of 5 readings is available as an En
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6th - 12th
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The Black Death: Lesson, DBQ, PowerPoint, and Fun Game!
In this complete lesson, students learn about the origins and impact of the Black Death in medieval Europe through a vivid PowerPoint presentation, primary source analysis activities, and an interactive "Black Death" game that your students will be talking about all year long!The lesson begins with a "Do Now" question in which students analyze a medieval woodcut showing overall themes of the Black Death's impact on Europe. Students then learn about how the advances and growth of the Agricultural
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6th - 11th
Imperialism of India
NOW WITH LINKS TO A GOOGLE CLASSROOM PRODUCT FOR CLASSROOM SUBMISSIONS!This one page reading plus one page of questions summarizes the impact of British imperialism in India. It describes the increasing weakness of the Mughal Dynasty, the aggression of the British East India Company, how India became Britain's most important colony, and the Sepoy Mutiny that led to the implementation of the Raj. The reading is visually appealing and broken into chunks. It can be used for classwork, homework, re
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6th - 12th
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The Enlightenment
This one page reading plus one page of questions summarizes the definition and ideas of the Enlightenment. It is designed for middle school or high school students. The reading is visually appealing and broken into chunks. It can be used for classwork, homework, research or as a platform for projects. Questions are content based and designed to target essential content acquisition. If interested in similar Enlightenment readings, check other offerings by this author. A set of 5 readings is avail
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6th - 12th
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Triangular Trade
NOW WITH LINKS TO A GOOGLE CLASSROOM PRODUCT FOR CLASSROOM SUBMISSIONS!This is a 1 page reading plus 1 page of questions. It chronicles Triangular Trade between the three continents during the Age of Exploration and Colonization. It specifically describes the underlying economic theory of Mercantilism, the rise of Capitalism in Europe, and the products moved in the Triangular Trade routes. This is designed for middle school or high school students. The reading is visually appealing and broken in
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7th - 12th
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Renaissance: Important People of the Renaissance Webquest
Important People of the Renaissance Webquest Students will gain basic knowledge about 17 significant people from the Renaissance. The Important People of the Renaissance Webquest uses the following great website.http://www.ducksters.com/biography/Click here to view the website.My students enjoy learning new facts about the Renaissance from the website. I usually use this activity as a review or introduction activity for my middle school students and it takes at least one to two class periods for
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4th - 8th
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Renaissance Italy City States Map Activity | Google Classroom | Printable
Captivate all types of learners with a hands-on map lesson! This map lesson and assessment focuses on the Italian city-states during the Renaissance. A digital version is included for use in your Google Classroom. **This resource is part of the World History Map Activities Bundle. TEN map lessons and assessments are included at a 20% discount price! Click here to see all the resources in the bundle and take advantage of the HUGE savings.INCLUDED WITH YOUR PURCHASE:Map Directions: The directions
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â World History Map Activities Bundle | Google Classroom | Printable & Digital
The Byzantine Empire
NOW WITH LINKS TO A GOOGLE CLASSROOM PRODUCT FOR CLASSROOM SUBMISSIONS!This one page reading plus one page of questions gives an overview of the Byzantine Empire. It traces its original split from Rome, looks at the culture of Byzantium, the city of Constantinople and its decline. It is designed for middle school or high school students. The reading is visually appealing and broken into chunks. It can be used for classwork, homework, research or as a platform for projects. Questions are content
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6th - 12th
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Charlemagne, the Franks, and Medieval Europe Lesson
This lesson on Charlemagne, the Franks, and Medieval Europe includes a visually engaging PowerPoint, guided notes worksheet, interactive notebook page, and "flipped classroom" video on the rise of the Franks and Charlemagne during the Middle Ages. The lesson covers the rise of Germanic Kingdoms, Clovis I, Charles Martel, Pepin the Short, Charlemagne, the Holy Roman Empire, and more in 18 beautiful slides.Each PowerPoint slide features a wonderful picture, map, or graphic that will captivate your
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5th - 10th
Also included in:Â World History PowerPoint Bundle Part 2: Classical Asia - Enlightenment
The Birth of Ancient Rome - Romulus & Remus + Geography + Reading Passages
These Ancient Roman worksheets introduce students to the geography of Ancient Rome. Students will also learn about the struggle between Romulus and Remus, which gave birth to Ancient Rome as we know it. This Common Core aligned resource is perfect for whole group, small group, or individual student annotations.....And the fact that it is NO PREP makes it even better!Updated in November 2023 to include a Power Point!STUDENTS WILL...Read the informational text about Ancient Rome and answer reading
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Geography of Africa
NOW WITH LINKS TO A GOOGLE CLASSROOM PRODUCT FOR CLASSROOM SUBMISSIONS!This is a 1 page reading plus 1 page of questions. It describes the geography of Africa. It includes a discussion of the plateaus, the rivers, the coastline and the deserts of the continent. This is designed for middle school or high school students. The readings are visually appealing and broken into chunks. They can be used for classwork, homework, research or as a platform for projects. Questions are content based and desi
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6th - 12th
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The Church in the Middle Ages
NOW WITH LINKS TO A GOOGLE CLASSROOM PRODUCT FOR CLASSROOM SUBMISSIONS!This one page reading plus one page of questions summarizes the powers of the Catholic Church during the Middle Ages. It is designed for middle school or high school students. The reading is visually appealing and broken into chunks. It can be used for classwork, homework, research or as a platform for projects. Questions are content based and designed to target essential content acquisition. If interested in similar Middle A
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6th - 12th
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Feudalism in the Middle Ages
NOW WITH LINKS TO A GOOGLE CLASSROOM PRODUCT FOR CLASSROOM SUBMISSIONS!This one page reading plus one page of questions summarizes the series of events that led to the establishment of Feudalism in Western Europe. It is designed for middle school or high school students. The reading is visually appealing and broken into chunks. It can be used for classwork, homework, research or as a platform for projects. Questions are content based and designed to target essential content acquisition. If inter
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6th - 12th
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Results of the Scientific Revolution
NOW WITH LINKS TO A GOOGLE CLASSROOM PRODUCT FOR CLASSROOM SUBMISSIONS!This one page reading plus one page of questions summarizes the immediate and long range results of the Scientific Revolution. It is designed for middle school or high school students. The reading is visually appealing and broken into chunks. It can be used for classwork, homework, research or as a platform for projects. Questions are content based and designed to target essential content acquisition. If interested in similar
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6th - 12th
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Find European History resources | TPT
Take your students on a journey through European history with TPT! If you’re an educator or parent looking for printable or digital resources to help your student learn about European history, we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re teaching about the Renaissance, the Age of Exploration, or the World Wars, there are plenty of high-quality TPT resources at your fingertips to teach European history to your students.
European history activities to try
Here are a few examples of the different types of activities and lessons you can find on TPT to help teach students about European history:
Centers & Stations
Through the use of centers, students can collaborate and discuss topics and content they examine for various eras in European history. For example, you could have students navigate through a handful of centers or stations to help them learn about different elements of the Renaissance period, including influential cities, leaders, and artists. Or, to help them learn about the key figures and milestones of the French Revolution.
Map Making
With map-making activities you can not only teach students about European history, but also incorporate geography into your lessons. As they label and color maps, students can learn about important places in Europe and how European countries have expanded (and fallen) over time. For example, you could have students make maps of Europe before and after World War I to identify how the conflict impacted Europe.
Primary Source Analysis
One of the best ways to learn about European history is through historical documents, letters, diaries, art, and literature. Encourage students to use these firsthand accounts to gain a deeper understanding about European people and events. For instance, you can have students read excerpts from the works of Enlightenment philosophers — like Mary Wollstonecraft — and how they contributed to the political thinking of the time.
Research Projects
Have students research and present on a specific topic of European history, like the Age of Exploration. For example, ask students to choose a famous European Explorer to research, and have them write a short biography of that person or create a short video or presentation about their achievements and legacy.
Frequently asked questions for teaching European history
What is taught in European history?
In European history courses, students are taught about the cultural, economic, political, and social milestones that shaped Europe from the Middle Ages until the present.
What types of European History resources are available on TPT?
There are many different types of European history resources sold by Sellers on TPT — from interactive notebooks to gallery walks.
How do I find European history resources on TPT?
Educators can save time preparing European history lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply start a search for European history resources on the TPT marketplace, and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find materials that've been proven to work in classrooms like yours. No matter what you’re teaching, there are plenty of lessons and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.
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