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European history cultural activities for Microsoft Word
WWII Dilemmas
World War II activity.Great for World War II that forces students to think critically!Students are given five scenarios that involve World War II, the Holocaust, and its aftermath. Then they are asked to answer a series of thought provoking moral questions. Each story is based on a true event and the real stories are also provided. Extension suggestions and a lesson plan are included. Scenarios based on the real life stories of:Adolf EichmannDora BruderMarthe CohnFrancois MitterrandCharles de
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9th - 12th
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Rick Steves ~ Luther and The Reformation ~ Movie Guide + Overhead + Word Search
"When asked why he got married, Luther responded that his marriage would please his father, rile the pope, cause the angels to laugh, and the devil to weep."Terry Lindvall (American professor & author ~ 1948)The year 2017 marked the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation. Martin Luther's posting his 95 Theses on the door of the church in Wittenberg had a ripple effect like no other. It profoundly changed life in Europe. Rick Steves gives a wonderful & thorough overview of t
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9th - 12th
Life Is Beautiful ~ La Vita è bella ~ Movie Guides + Quiz + Word Search
“It's up to comedians to shine a light on what's wrong in the world … and we don't want things swept under the rug." Jeff Ross (American comedian ~ 1965)Life Is Beautiful is an Academy-award winning film about a father who uses comedy to try to shield his little son from the horrors of a labor camp in World War II. You get:1. An introductory overhead to set the scene along with a general timeline of the period 2. A follow-along film question sheet with 20 questions in English all on one page
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9th - 12th
Schindler's List (1993) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions w/KEY
Using "Schindler's List" (1993) in a high school classroom history class can serve multiple educational purposes and provide students with valuable insights into the Holocaust and World War II. Here's a rationale for using this film:Historical Accuracy: "Schindler's List" is based on the true story of Oskar Schindler, a German businessman who saved the lives of over a thousand Jewish refugees during the Holocaust. While the film takes some artistic liberties for storytelling purposes, it remains
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Create Your Own Colony: Colonial America Project
Bring Colonial America to life with this creative and engaging project! Students will have the opportunity to create an original colony. The project offers students the ability to showcase their knowledge of life in colonial America while giving them a creative outlet. This project can be modified to be appropriate for grades 5th-12th.What it includes:-Project guidelines-Student Handout-Grading rubric-Project timeline
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7th - 10th
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The Survivor (2022) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"The Survivor" is a psychological thriller film released in 2022, directed by Barry Levinson. It tells the true story of Harry Haft, a Polish Jew who survived the Auschwitz concentration camp during World War II. After the war, Haft emigrates to the United States, where he becomes a successful boxer. However, he struggles with PTSD and survivor's guilt, haunted by the memories of his experiences in the camp and the loss of his family. The film explores Haft's journey of healing and redemption as
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The Gilded Age (2022) Series Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"The Gilded Age" is a historical drama television series created by Julian Fellowes. Set in New York City during the Gilded Age period of the late 19th century, the show follows the lives of the wealthy elite and the ambitious newcomers striving to ascend society's ranks. The story revolves around Marian Brook, a young woman from rural Pennsylvania, who moves to New York City to live with her wealthy aunts, Agnes van Rhijn and Ada Brook. Marian becomes entangled in the complex social dynamics of
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The King's Daughter (2022) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"The King's Daughter" is a fantasy-adventure film set in the 17th century, directed by Sean McNamara. The story follows King Louis XIV of France, who seeks the mythical powers of a mermaid in order to prolong his life. He tasks his trusted explorer, Robert Grebe, with the mission to capture a mermaid and harness her powers. However, when Grebe encounters a mermaid named Lenore, he begins to question his mission and develops feelings for her. As Grebe grapples with his loyalty to the king and his
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
RRR (2022) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions with KEY
"RRR" is an Indian Telugu-language period action drama film directed by S. S. Rajamouli, released in 2022. The film is set in the 1920s pre-independent era and revolves around the fictional story of two revolutionaries, Alluri Sitarama Raju and Komaram Bheem, who fought against the British Raj and the Nizam of Hyderabad respectively. The title "RRR" represents the initials of the lead characters' names. The film features Ram Charan and Jr. NTR in the lead roles, along with Alia Bhatt and Ajay De
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The Man In The Iron Mask ~ Movie Guide + Overhead + Word Search
"It is legal because I wish it." Louis XIVThe Sun King (French King ~ 1638 - 1715) Le roi soleil.The Sun King. But he also had a shadow side. And we see it in this film. This movie version of the storyline created by Alexandre Dumas stars Leonardo DiCaprio in the dual role of the king and the prisoner.You get: 1. A 3-page introductory overhead with some background information to set the scene2. A ciné-feuille ~ movie question sheet with 20 questions all on one page3. An answer key for the que
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9th - 12th
The Book of the Courtier Skits: Italian Renaissance Activity
(preview) Today, we often learn how to behave from our parents, school, church, sports, and clubs. However, we also have influences in our society that teach us improper manners and behavior. During the Italian Renaissance, a writer named Baldassare Castiglione was the source on how one should act. His most famous writing, The Book of the Courtier (TBOC) was used to define the qualities of the Ideal Renaissance man and woman. As you go through the list below, you will see many different cha
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7th - 12th
The Last Czars (2019) Docudrama Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"The Last Czars" is a docudrama series released in 2019 that chronicles the downfall of the Romanov dynasty in Russia. The series combines historical footage, interviews, and dramatic reenactments to tell the story of the last Russian monarch, Nicholas II, and his family, against the backdrop of political turmoil, social unrest, and the events leading up to the Russian Revolution of 1917. It explores the personal and political challenges faced by Nicholas II, his relationship with Empress Alexan
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Video Guide with Key - Rick Steves "France’s Loire: Château Country"
Join the famous Rick Steves as he visits the luxurious châteaux of the Loire Valley! This product is a video guide to accompany Rick Steves' Europe episode titled "France’s Loire: Château Country." Your students will visit les Châteaux de Chambord, Chenonceaux, Amboise, Chiverny, and Villandry. They will share a meal with Rick, learn about French meals and cheeses, and learn some history of the French Revolution and Monarchy. Includes an answer key and link to video.This video is in English, but
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Hugo Movie Guide: Anticipation Guide, Plot Questions, Student Choice Follow-Up
Parents and Teachers, Did you know the budget for Hugo was an astonishing $100 million? This film is an absolutely stunning visual masterpiece that will have the attention of some of your most difficult-to-reach students (the ones we sometimes politely call "visual learners") right from the start. It will also resonate well with your gifted students as it virtually drips with possible follow-up and enrichment activities, three of which I have included here. With no parental l content warnings wh
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6th - 12th
Virtual Field Trip to Europe
Use this Google Earth activity to send your students on a trip around the continent of Europe! This is a great way to introduce the unit, and my students really enjoyed getting to be virtual "tourists". I uploaded this into Google Classroom and had great results! Happy exploring!
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5th - 8th
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Country Travel Brochure - Western Europe
Guidelines and questions for making a travel brochure for Western European countries. MS Word doc, so easily edited to adapt to any type of travel brochure for cities, countries, eras, etc. This can also become a digital assignment for Power Point or Prezi formats, or in a document format. Fun way to finish a unit of study!
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4th - 12th
Ferdinand Movie Activities
Four activities students can do focused on the Movie Ferdinand ( Can be done in English or in Spanish)Activity 1: Drawing and WritingActivity 2: Craft project (Template and directions included. Need coloring supplies optional: green pipe cleaners)Activity 3: Short answer questionsActivity 4: Poster/ppt about a pet
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Not Grade Specific
Anne Frank: The Whole Story (2001) Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"Anne Frank: The Whole Story" is a miniseries released in 2001, based on the life of Anne Frank, a Jewish girl who went into hiding with her family during the Holocaust. The series provides a comprehensive account of Anne Frank's life, starting from her childhood in Germany, her family's move to Amsterdam to escape the Nazis, and their time in hiding in the secret annex.The series explores Anne's experiences, emotions, and relationships while in hiding, including her budding romance with Peter v
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Anne Frank Movies & Documentaries Viewing Guide BUNDLE
La Nouvelle Guerre des Boutons Anticipation Guide/Plot Questions/Character Match
Teachers, parents and homeschoolers,In one Word document I have 30 plot-based questions written in very simple French such as the first one: "Quand est-ce que papa rentre selon le petit garçon?". For pre-viewing I have an Anticipation Guide document that contains seven "controversial" statements that are all central social issues explored in the film. One example includes the statement: a) When there is a bully terrorizing a neighborhood, kids should try to make friends with the bully so they do
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7th - 12th
Joyeux Noël ~ Merry Christmas ~ Movie Guide + Word Search + Overhead
"The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without fighting." Sun Tzu (Chinese general and philosopher ~ died 496 BC)The Christmas of 1914 - only months after World War I had started - brought an unexpected and quite welcome event - an unofficial truce. This true event is the basis for the film Joyeux Noël with Benno Fürmann. You get:1. A 5-page introductory overhead in English with background information2. A Feature * Film sheet with 20 follow-along questions in English all on one page3.
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9th - 12th
Anne Frank: The Missing Chapter (2018) Doc Viewing Guide: Summary/Questions
"Anne Frank: The Missing Chapter" (2018) is a documentary film that uncovers recently discovered pages from Anne Frank's diary. These pages were hidden behind blacked-out portions of her original diary, providing new insights into her thoughts and experiences during the Holocaust. The film explores the content of these previously undisclosed pages, shedding light on Anne Frank's emotional struggles, her evolving views on sexuality, and her reflections on the human condition. Through these hidden
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Anne Frank Movies & Documentaries Viewing Guide BUNDLE
Above and Beyond (2015) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"Above and Beyond" is a 2015 documentary film directed by Roberta Grossman. The film tells the incredible true story of a group of World War II American volunteer pilots who, despite not being officially part of the military, played a crucial role in the formation of the Israeli Air Force during the 1948 Arab-Israeli War.In the aftermath of World War II, many Jewish-American pilots, some of them veterans of the war, joined a secret mission to help the fledgling state of Israel in its fight for i
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Viking Raids Historical Fiction Reading with Questions
This is a work of historical fiction to motivate and engage reluctant readers. Part of my Warriors of God series, it depicts a hapless monk caught up in a Viking raid who unwittingly becomes the hero.
It is a short reading that most middle school age students will finish in about fifteen to twenty minutes of reading. If you include the questions, the activity will take around thirty minutes.
A set of twenty multiple choice questions are included that are focused not only on recall of the s
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6th - 8th
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Sun King Louis XIV Play for Students based on Saint Simon's Cat & the King
This play, written by me, took an excerpt from the Duke de Saint Simon's memoir The Cat and the King and transformed it into a fun and exciting original play that uses humor and pop culture references to engage students in learning about life in the Court of Louis XIV. This activity includes the play itself, an organizer chart so that you can keep track of which students in each of your classes has each part, and a summarizer activity for the students at the end. It attempts to capture the stres
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8th - 12th
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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.
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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.
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