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U.S. History rubric microsofts
Family Tree Research Project
The Family Tree Project offers students a chance to conduct research and dig into their own family history to discover and document lineage, stories, traditions, recipes, immigration dates and other cultural heritage for today and for posterity. The assignment includes a clear list of requirements, rubric, and student reflection and self-assessment. It is also grounded in the CCSS. The Family Tree Project is a student favorite and fits very nicely when studying Immigration in US History. The
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7th - 11th
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American Revolution Battle of the Battlefields Project
Sometimes learning about battles can be boring for students. In this project, students research and debate which battle was the most important in The American Revolution in a collaborative, engaging and authentic manner. This can be done as a research project or you can use the provided background information on each battle so you can do it as self contained project in the classroom.
What is included:
1. Project directions for teachers.
2. 2 rubrics for the presentation and letter to The Pr
Grades:
5th - 11th
Revolutionary War Timeline Project
The Revolutionary War is an exciting topic for students to study. Have students work on their research and timeline skills while learning about the American Revolution. This packet has everything you need to assign a timeline project as a summative assessment for the American Revolution.
This file includes:
-teacher directions
-list of suggested events for timeline
-student directions
-student checklist
-rubric
-timeline template (in excel)
-example of student work
This product is aligned
Grades:
3rd - 12th
APUSH DBQ + Scoring Guidelines & Sample Essay
This file includes a full 7 document DBQ and an extensive explanation of how to earn each rubric point. Explanations include examples that would and would not earn the point for the AP United States History document based question. Also includes a sample of a top-scoring essay. Prompt: Analyze the effects of American westward expansion on the Native Americans from 1860 - 1900.A great resource for students to evaluate their own work and to provide examples to struggling students.3 pages of DBQ &a
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9th - 11th
Causes of the American Revolution Illustrated Timeline Project
We have an extraordinary resource tailor-made for you and your students. The Revolutionary Causes TIMELINE Project is here to revolutionize the way you teach about the American Revolution. This comprehensive package offers everything you need to effortlessly engage and inspire your students.First and foremost, we provide you with a meticulously designed introduction that ensures absolute clarity. Say goodbye to confusion and uncertainty! Our introduction clearly outlines the project's expectati
Grades:
5th - 9th
Current Events PowerPoint Presentation Project - semester long
Includes Method, Rubric, PPT Template, Example and Sign-ups!
Want your students to be informed on what is going on in the world TODAY, not just in history? Incorporate Current Events into your lessons on a weekly basis.
Materials included:
*Methodology for setting up a successful student-presented current events session each week
*Grading rubric
*PowerPoint presentation blank template
*Current Events presentation completed example
*Sign-up sheet.
Use 10-years experience of current eve
Grades:
9th - 12th
American Revolution Book - 7 Week Cumulative End of Year Writing Unit!
7-week, cumulative, interdisciplinary end-of-year writing unit about the American Revolution! *All parts of the unit are editable!This unit will require students to choose an American Revolution topic of their choice and write: - 5-paragraph information essay- 2-paragraph narrative- 1-paragraph opinion- Poem- Glossary- Timeline- Table of Contents- Text FeaturesThis unit includes:- 7-week unit plan with: lesson number, activity, corresponding packet pages, and due dates- Slides ready to present t
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5th
Unbroken (by Hillenbrand) History Novel Unit
Awesome history class novel unit. Students read Laura Hillenbrand's novel Unbroken about Louie Zamperini. This unit includes several discussion agenda in which students do "close reading" and then have high level discussions with classmates. A rubric for the discussions is also included. This is appropriate for 8th through 12th grade. (We used in 8th grade US Honors history and US Seminar at the sophomore level.) Students also interviewed WWII veterans. A vocabulary list and introductory letter
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8th - 12th
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American Revolution Propaganda Poster Project
This project is designed to go with the events/causes leading up to the American Revolution. Along with the directions is a rubric I designed that was formed for this project. The students are to design a creative propaganda poster depicting one of the key events/causes of the American Revolution to try and persuade an audience of what occurred. Use your knowledge of propaganda during the Revolution to assist you in explaining this to the students.
Grades:
5th - 11th
Manifest Destiny: Life of a Pioneer - Instagram Project w/ Rubric - Editable
This project is student led and focuses on Westward Expansion in the mid-1800s. Students will create their own "primary source" by making an Instagram profile for a pioneer moving west to fulfill America's Manifest Destiny. A fun, creative spin on the idea of a pioneer journal. Perfect way to combine your students modern interests with their history class! Promotes both research and creativity and incorporates the use of technology. This project gives students a chance to show what they know in
Grades:
4th - 12th
Spanish Missions Minecraft For Education Rubric And Guide
Get creative with this digital Spanish missions project for the era of Spanish colonization in America. This editable PowerPoint includes a review of Spanish missions and presidios (life in the missions, parts of the settlements, people who lived there, challenges of the missions, etc.), directions for building a Spanish mission-presidio settlement in Minecraft for Education, steps for students to share their mission with their teacher, a rubric, and examples of what students can do! Assign a pr
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4th - 12th
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World History Country Report Project with Rubric
World History Country Report Project with Rubric. Fully Editable.Please email me with any questions at ReadySetLearnSocialScience@yahoo.comIf you would like to get updates on NEW and CURRENT resources...►FOLLOW Me on Teachers Pay Teachers►FOLLOW Me on Pinterest►FOLLOW Me on InstagramTERMS OF USE - This item is a paid digital download from My TPT StoreAs such, it is for use in one classroom only. This item is also bound by copyright laws. Redistributing, editing, selling, or posting this item (or
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6th - 11th
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Movie Poster Project and Rubric- Can be used for any area of history
Directions: Design a movie poster for the current unit of study. Create a title of a movie and the general plot and main characters for a movie about the era being studied. Look at real movie poster for ideas and design.
There is an in-depth rubric that goes along with this assignment. The assignment is worth 40 points, and each part is worth a point value.
This can be for any area of history, not content specific.
This can be done in class or as homework. I have done both.
This work
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6th - 12th
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AP US History - Understanding the APUSH SAQ (PPT Overview, Rubric & Handouts!)
This is a great resource for guiding your students in AP U.S. History (APUSH) through the SAQ (Short Answer Question).This resource includes the following:A PowerPoint which details helpful tips on where to start and how to get started with preparing to write the SAQ.SAQ Rubric to help you with grading and identifying the specifics of what students are required to explain in their SAQ responses. This Rubric aligns with the 9 Point scoring guide that students will be assessed on at the end of the
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Grades:
9th - 12th
History of Transportation Timeline Activity and Worksheet
This packet includes events from the history of transportation that students can cut out and glue down to create a timeline. To go with the timeline, there is a worksheet with questions and also research extension activities with a writing rubric. This activity goes GREAT with my "History of Transportation" PowerPoint that you can find here on my site!
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3rd
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Political Cartoon Project and Rubric- Can be used for any area of history
Directions: Draw a political cartoon about the time period we are studying. The cartoon should be colored, labeled and in final draft condition when turned in. Follow the rubric for directions and project requirements.There is an in-depth rubric that goes along with this assignment. The assignment is worth 60 points, and each part is worth a point value. This can be for any area of history, not content specific. This can be done in class or as homework. I have done both. This works great for
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6th - 12th
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Children's Book Project and Rubric- Can be used for any area of history
Directions: Create a children’s book from the area of history we are currently studying. The finished project should be illustrated and include a short story that explains basic history from the time period. Be prepared to read the book to a group of younger elementary school children. Follow the rubric for directions and details.
There is an in-depth rubric that goes along with this assignment. The assignment is worth 100 points, and each part is worth a point value.
This can be for any
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6th - 12th
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New Deal Brochure Project- Great Depression Era- Editable
Students research and design a brochure on a set amount of New Deal agencies. List of optional agencies provided, with room to expand. Editable rubric included. This project is based on student research about the New Deal programs. It is a great follow up to an introductory lesson on the New Deal. Can also be used as the introduction by allowing students to create their own understanding and use it in class. Follow up activities to this project could include gallery walks (to preview peer's work
Grades:
7th - 12th
Historical Diorama Project and Rubric- Can be used for any area of history
Directions: Using a shoebox (or similar box), create a diorama of a place or event from the era we are currently studying . A 1 FULL page paper should be included to explain the location and importance of the location or event being displayed by your work. Follow the project rubric for directions and requirements.
There is an in-depth rubric that goes along with this assignment. The assignment is worth 100 points, and each part is worth a point value.
This can be for any area of history, not
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Immigration Exploration Comprehensive Unit Bundle
Dive into the complex and multifaceted topic of immigration with our comprehensive Immigration Exploration Unit Bundle! Designed for grades 6 through 12, this all-encompassing package provides a variety of engaging and educational activities, lesson plans, and resources that bring the theme of immigration to life in your classroom. From analyzing song lyrics to creating detailed infographics, students will embark on a learning journey that enhances their understanding of immigration's impact on
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6th - 12th
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Writing Rubric (U.S. History)
This rubric was developed for a competency-based approach to student assessment and evaluation. The general idea is that students move from one end of the continua to the other as the progress/improve their skills over the course of a project-based approach to teaching and learning. The rubric is intended as both a self-assessment tool for students and feedback tool for for teachers to use in both assigning a "grade" and providing meaningful feedback on areas for students to work on to improve t
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8th - 12th, Staff
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American Lit Bundle 24 Essay Prompts + Rubrics - CCSS - Google Slides™ - Digital
This growing bundle of American literature short story essay prompts can be used as in-class assignments, take-home essays, or the essay portions of exams. Details:20 literary works with 1 essay prompt eachEach prompt is Common Core-aligned to 2 standards for grades 11-12: 1 for reading writing and 1 for readingStandards-aligned, 2-item scoring guides help you assess student writing thoroughly and quicklyAn essay brainstorming/planning template is included How it works:Your TPT download includes
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11th - 12th
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Supreme Court Cases: Teens on the Docket Project
What's the best way to get a teenager interested in learning about the Supreme Court? Put 'em on the docket!This project looks at 10 United States Supreme Court cases that have every teenager's favorite topic: other teenagers. It is a highly motivating topic and gives you the opportunity to have students examine the nuances and purpose of the judicial system. The project culminates in a trifold presentation and I have included the model that you can make and students can follow.I designed th
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Causes of Cold War 8-Source DBQ with Rubric
This DBQ includes the guidelines I use in my History classes for analyzing both text and image sources. I use these throughout the class as warm ups, assessments and more, so students are building that skill. You are welcome to remove the analysis guides for your personal use in the classroom. This DBQ includes 4 text and 4 image sources that help students analyze the actions of both nations in the years directly following WWII, but before the Cold War ‘heats up.’ Using these sources, students a
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9th - 12th
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