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Important Battles of the American Revolution Webquest
The Important Battles of the American Revolution Webquest uses a great website that allows students to get a better understanding of ten major battles during the American Revolution. The webquest also covers battle tactics, generals, and the goals of the major campaigns during the Revolutionary War. The webquest is very easy to follow for students in grades 5-12.Click here to view the website.Special thanks for the clip art from The Enlightened Elephant.The webquest contains 45 questions and an
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5th - 12th
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Battles of Lexington and Concord
How did the American Revolution begin? Students will research the causes and effects of the battles at Lexington and Concord; why battles began; outcomes/significance; Paul Revere's Midnight Ride; General GageIncluded in this resource:• Title page • Primary source excerpt from Ralph Waldo Emerson's hymn sung at the Concord Monument• Beginning Battles graphic organizer• Paul Revere's Midnight Ride• "The War Explodes!" short story with scaffolding questions• Application/Closing/Higher Order think
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6th - 9th
Also included in: American Revolution UNIT BUNDLE with BONUS Activities
Industrial Revolution Building Block Lesson Activity & Project
This dynamic Industrial Revolution lesson is an excellent hands-on activity in which students create "building blocks" on the beginning of industrialization and why it began in Great Britain. There are several options for how you might want to use the resources as well. First, there is an engaging PowerPoint presentation (and Google Slides version as well) on the reasons why the Industrial Revolution began in England and its important early characteristics. Students take notes on the building bl
Grades:
6th - 11th
Also included in: World History PowerPoint Bundle Part 3: French Revolution - Modern World
English Civil War, Glorious Revolution, & Limiting the Monarchy Lesson
This English Civil War lesson includes a PowerPoint, video, and guided notes on the period of English history after the death of Queen Elizabeth I through the reign of William and Mary. The PowerPoint (and included Google Slides option) feature simple, visually engaging slides on each ruler and their struggles with Parliament are highlighted. It includes slides on James ICharles ICharles IIOliver Cromwellthe Commonwealth periodCharles IIJames IIWilliam & MaryThere's also a warm up and exit t
Grades:
5th - 10th
Also included in: World History PowerPoint Bundle Part 2: Classical Asia - Enlightenment
Viking Alphabet Norse Runes Learning Activity
Design a Viking Norse sword with runes as a rune master!These runes are Elder Futhark runes, an early alphabet of the Vikings or Norse people. The activity page features background information about Norse beliefs of how runes were magical and ways they were used historically. Students compose a message and translate it into the runic alphabet and decorate their sword with them. If students translate the title on their paper into English from the runes, it reads "Rune Master."You will notice some
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1st - 6th
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The Battle of Yorktown: American Revolution: Reading Passages + Activities
In this lesson students will learn about the Battle of Yorktown, the last major battle of the American Revolution and the eventual surrender of Cornwallis to Washington. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, graphic organizers, maps, readings and comprehension questions for students to complete.--> Want all of my American Revolution lessons in one BIG money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!!Battles of the American RevolutionThe Battle of Saratog
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7th - 12th
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Colonial Protest Boycotts, Tarring and Feathering Effigies Gallery Walk Stations
This lesson provides a fun educational gallery walk for students to learn about the various methods of protest utilized by the colonists. Each station depicts a different type of protest, including, boycotting, a spinning bee, a boycott of merchants, a tarring and feathering and an effigy hanging. Students will learn about why the colonists protested with a 4-page historical background with text-based questions, and they will learn about how they did so with a gallery walk. They will then de
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6th - 9th
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American Revolution British Acts & Taxes
Why did the British enforce certain acts and taxes on the colonists? Why were the colonists frustrated with these policies? Students will research the causes and underlying reasons why the British passed certain taxes and acts on the colonists during the 1700s; Navigation Acts, Writs of Assistance, Proclamation of 1763, Sugar Act, Stamp Act, Quartering Act, Declaratory Act, Townshend Act, Committee of Correspondence, Tea Act, Intolerable Acts, First Continental CongressIncluded in this resourc
Grades:
6th - 8th
Also included in: American Revolution UNIT BUNDLE with BONUS Activities
Spying in the American Revolution Webquest
Spying in the American Revolution WebquestStudents will gain knowledge about the importance of spying in winning the American Revolution by completing an internet-based worksheet. Spying in the American Revolution Webquest uses a great website that allows student to learn how George Washington was a spymaster. The website allows students learn about key American spies and spy techniques during the American Revolution.Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 40 questions. An answer sh
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5th - 12th
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Victorian England Historical Information Print & Digital
Help your students learn more about life in Victorian England with these two engaging learning stations activities. Included are both print and digital versions to support distance learning. Your students will learn about life in Victorian London and about Victorian Workhouses.This stations activity is a great starting point for introducing Victorian literature. You can use the two sets of stations together or separately.The print version allows your students to get up and out of their seats add
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7th - 10th
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The First Fleet Part 1 - The Journey
About This Product: Lesson on The First Fleet – The Journey.Includes:⭐ A research activity looking at the life in England which led to the First Fleet voyage.⭐ A cloze passage to further help students understand the enormity of the voyage.⭐ The journey itself and a look at what provisions were packed followed by a group activity with a new scenario.⭐ Compass activity⭐ Collaborative classroom activity – make posters of the ships⭐ Word Wall⭐ Poster on First Fleet ships⭐ Convict crimes posterCurric
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4th - 6th
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Primary and Secondary Sources
In this mini unit, students will be able to define what a primary and secondary source is and be able to give examples of the different types of sources.
I created this after I found a real need to teach this concept to my Grade 5/6 class explicitly.
There are 5 different activities included:
1. Definitions and flip flap foldable for history books
2. Cut and paste activity to become familiar with and to sort primary and secondary sources. Answer key included.
3.Primary and Secondary Source
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3rd - 7th
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English Civil War Webquest
This webquest uses a great website created by the BBC that allows students to get a better understanding of the causes, politics, events, and people of the English Civil War. The ad-free webquest is very easy to follow for students in grades 6-12. Click on the link below to visit the website:Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 30 questions and is a great activity for students to learn the basics of the English Civil War. Most students will finish this webquest within 20 to 40 mi
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: English Civil War and 1600s England Lesson Plan Collection Bundle
The Globe Theatre Introduction Presentation - Shakespeare's Theater Lesson
The Globe Theatre Introduction Presentation - Shakespeare's Theater Lesson: Step back in time to Renaissance England and embark on a tour of Shakespeare's iconic Globe Theatre with our ready-to-use resource. Immerse your students in the rich history and significance of this literary landmark, famously associated with William Shakespeare. The presentation provides an engaging and informative overview of the Globe Theatre, offering insights into its architectural features, functions, and historica
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8th - 12th
Valley Forge Primary Source Worksheet: American Revolution
This worksheet allows students to use a primary source document to learn about the problems the Continental Army faced at Valley Forge. This activity is very easy to use. All you have to do is print off the primary source from the following website for classroom use or direct students to the website to answer the worksheet questions:http://www.eyewitnesstohistory.com/valleyforge.htmClick here to view the website.The primary source document is labeled (The Continental Army at Valley Forge, 1777)S
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5th - 12th
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The Roanoke Colonies and the Lost Colony Interactive Google Slides Lesson
Share this interactive Google Slides presentation with students so they can dig deeper into the history of the Roanoke Colonies and the mystery of the "Lost Colony" from home or in the classroom. Students will:read the story of the 1585 and 1587 English attempts to colonize Roanoke Island (what is now North Carolina)observe and analyze maps, illustrations, and primary sourcesrespond to 7 discussion questions Assign these slides via Google Classroom and "Make a copy for each student" so they can
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4th - 7th
Shakespeare Webquest (Great Website)
Students will gain basic knowledge about Shakespeare by completing an internet-based worksheet. The Shakespeare Webquest uses a great website created by the BBC. The website allows students to explore the key events of Shakespeare’s life in a very kid friendly website.IMPORTANT: Please check this BBC Kids Website on your school computer, a small amount of schools block archived websites.Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 45 questions and is a great way for students to learn mor
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5th - 9th
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Imperialism in India - Sepoy Rebellion (Reading, Questions, Research)
Imperialism in India - Sepoy Rebellion (Reading, Questions, Research) - This 5 page resource centers on the Sepoy Rebellion during the time of imperialism in India. The resource includes a one page reading on the causes, events and outcome of the Sepoy Rebellion and its significance during the period of imperialism in India. Next, the resource includes a set of 11 questions related to the reading that will help your students learn about and understand the significance of the Sepoy Rebellion du
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4th - 11th
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Comic 180: Early America, 6.3 (Second Continental Congress, Road to Revolution)
Comic 180: Early America: (Second Continental Congress) covers the "Road to the American Revolution," outbreak of war in the colonies and the early formation of government. Great for differentiated instruction and anchor activities, the comic brings black and white U.S. History into vividly colored reality. Middle school and high school students will love this break from the traditional textbook and yearn for more. This document has been revised and now includes an assessment.
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7th - 10th
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Industrial Revolution Lesson plan, PowerPoint and Worksheets
Includes an editable Word / PowerPoint version and a PDF version of each file:
- a lesson plan on the Industrial Revolution
- a PowerPoint on the Industrial Revolution (which can be seen in the preview)
- worksheets on sorting images for before and after the Industrial Revolution
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K - 2nd
Anzac Day resource pack from R.I.C. Publications
The pack contains:- We remember - classroom craft- Prayer for peace writing prompt- Soldiers past and present- Anzac day timeline - connected events- Anzac day Australian Curriculum links, elaborations, background information and teaching notes- Poppy craft- The Australian slouch hat- Anzac cloze
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PreK - 7th, Staff
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Factory Life in the Industrial Revolution: A Field Trip Back in Time
Year after year, I never see my students more intensely immersed in (and even emotional about!) primary sources than during this lesson. Students take a deep dive through 13 pages of gripping and vivid primary source excerpts and images dealing with factory life and the worker experience in the Industrial Revolution. This can take the form of a stations activity or independent work.Students are urged to think about what they read and examine as if they were an investigator or reporter, taking a
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7th - 12th
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Crash Course European History Episode 24 Worksheet: The Industrial Revolution
27 Free-Response questions in video order, focusing on the reasons for, and the impact of, the Industrial Revolution. Also includes a map worksheet focused on key world locations and their 21st century industrial output. Includes detailed answer keys and a time-stamp option for every question, with video questions provided in both large-format and condensed versions. 4 worksheet variants plus a map worksheet to meet all your instructional needs!Teach Engaging Lessons using Crash Course European
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: DISTANCE LEARNING Crash Course European History Episodes 21-25 BUNDLE
American Revolution Southern Campaign Video Webquest
This is a simple and easy to use lesson plan. Have your students watch a great 14 minute video on the Southern Campaign during the American Revolution. The video can be found on YouTube at:Click here to view the videoThis video focuses on the major battles of the Southern Campaign from 1778 to 1781. The following events and battles are covered in this video worksheet:Early Revolution War in the South Fall of SavannahFall of CharlestonBattle of CamdenGuerrilla Warfare in the SouthBattle of Kings
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5th - 12th
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