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My Culture Poster Project

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Culture Poster Project----Great Project for students to learn about their own culture!! Students use a poster template to draw their facial features and add information about their own culture such as their family, language, ethnicity/heritage,

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Geography, Religion

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Cultural Activities

$4.00

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East Asia Countries Postcard Project

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East Asia Postcard Writing Project----This resource is a project for composing a postcard about one of the countries in East Asia. East Asia is the region of China, Japan, North Korea, South Korea and Taiwan. Students create a postcard after they

Subjects:

Geography, Asian Studies

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Projects, Activities, Assessment

$4.50

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South America Countries Research Project

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South America Project----This project is designed for students to research ONE South American country using credible websites and/or books. Students are given guidelines as what to research such as the country's history, government, culture, etc.

Subjects:

World History, Geography

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Projects, Activities, Assessment

$5.50

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World Map Activities with Continents and Oceans

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Mapping Activities----This resource can be used as an introduction or review of world maps including the 7 world continents and 5 oceans. This download includes: a lesson plan (with learning target, performance tasks & success criteria) on how

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, World History, Geography

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5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

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Activities, Assessment, Lesson

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South America Countries Postcard Project

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South America Project----This resource is a direction sheet with guidelines for composing a postcard about ONE of the countries in South America. Students create a postcard after they have learned about the South American country. They write a

Subjects:

World History, Geography

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Projects, Activities, Assessment

$4.50

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Ancient Civilizations Pacing Guide, Standards & Learning Targets

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This resource was created after I taught Ancient Civilizations for many years. I developed and revised my curriculum to create the best learning experience for my students. I have taught Ancient Civilizations in Michigan to 7th Graders so the

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Ancient History

Grades:

6^th, 7^th

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Unit Plans, Thematic Unit Plans, Lesson

$9.95

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European Countries Research Project

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Europe Research Project----This project is designed for students to research ONE European country using credible websites and/or books. Students are given guidelines as what to research such as the country's history, government, culture, etc. They

Subjects:

European History, World History, Geography

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Research, Projects, Assessment

$5.50

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Photo Analysis Worksheet

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Photo Analysis Worksheet-----This resource can be used for analyzing photographs. Teacher shows students the photographs with no to little background knowledge and students make observations, inferences and generates high level thinking. This

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Ancient History, For All Subject Areas

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, Homeschool

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Worksheets, Activities, Printables

$3.25

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East Asia Countries Research Project

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East Asia Project----This project is designed for students to research ONE East Asian country using credible websites and/or books. South Asia includes the region of China, Japan, North Korea, South Korea and Taiwan. Students are given guidelines

Subjects:

World History, Geography, Asian Studies

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Projects, Activities, Assessment

$5.50

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Australia Postcard Project

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Postcard Writing Project----This resource is a great project to use after studying the country of Australia. Students compose a postcard about the geography of Australia including physical features and attractions in the country. They write a

Subjects:

Australian History, Geography

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Projects, Activities, Assessment

$4.50

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Canada Lap Book Project

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Canada Lap Book Project--- This project is designed for students to demonstrate their learning about the country of Canada. Students create a lap book about Canada's history, government, economy and culture. This is a great Hands-On and Interactive

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Canadian History, Geography

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

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Projects, Activities, Interactive Notebooks

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Learning Target Posters for Bulletin Boards

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Learning Target Posters------ for teacher's bulletin boards or white board. This set of 3 posters are 8.5 x 11 sizeThis download include posters for:Learning TargetsPerformance Tasks Success Criteria. Ideal for teachers to use daily, weekly or by

Subjects:

For All Subject Areas, Back to School

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Not Grade Specific

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Bulletin Board Ideas, Posters

$2.00

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Mexico Research Project

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Mexico Project-----This project is designed for students to research the country of Mexico using credible websites and/or books. Students are given guidelines as what to research such as the country's history, government, culture, etc. They will

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, World History, Geography

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Projects, Activities, Assessment

$5.50

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Canada Research Project

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Canada Project-----This project is designed for students to research the country of Canada using credible websites and/or books. Students are given guidelines as what to research such as the country's history, government, culture, etc. They will

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Canadian History, Geography

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Projects, Activities, Assessment

$5.50

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India Lap Book Project

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India Lap Book Project--- This project is designed for students to demonstrate their learning about the country of India. Students create a lap book about India's history, government, economy and culture. This is a great Hands-On and Interactive

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Geography, Asian Studies

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Interactive Notebooks

$4.50

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India Research Project

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India Project-----This project is designed for students to research the country of India using credible websites and/or books. Students are given guidelines as what to research such as the country's history, government, culture, etc. They will

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Geography, Asian Studies

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Projects, Activities, Assessment

$5.50

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African Countries Research Project

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Africa Research Project-----This project is designed for students to research ONE African country using credible websites and/or books. Students are given guidelines as what to research such as the country's history, government, culture, etc. They

Subjects:

Geography, African History

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Projects, Activities, Assessment

$5.50

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Ancient China Dynasty Brochure

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Ancient China Dynasty Brochure----This resource is a great assignment to use after studying Ancient China or it can be assigned as a research project. This project was designed to be used with the Early China Dynasties such as the Xia, Shang, Zhou,

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Ancient History

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Assessment

$4.50

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World Religions Packet & Activities

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World Religions -----This is a fantastic resource to use when teaching about world religions!!! The World religions packet compares the major 5 religions of Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism and Judaism. Students fill out information about

Subjects:

Ancient History, World History, Religion

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Cultural Activities

$5.00

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Ancient History Vocabulary Word Cards

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Word Wall Cards------Need to display Ancient History & Civilizations terms in your classroom? This set of Vocabulary Word Wall Cards includes 78 words that can be displayed on a bulletin board, word wall or use as flash cards. Cards are 8 inches

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Ancient History

Grades:

6^th, 7^th

Types:

Flash Cards, Word Walls, Bulletin Board Ideas

$4.00

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I have been teaching Junior High students for the past 15 years and absolutely love it! I teach 7th grade Social Studies about the history and culture of the the world.

MY TEACHING STYLE

I have developed my curriculum around what works in my classroom. We do lots of differentiated lessons. My students love learning in my classroom! Follow my Instagram for more ideas! @RachVerdun

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

BJHS 2013-2014 Teacher of the Year

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

I graduated from Eastern Michigan University in 2006 with a bachelors degree in History and Social Studies. I started subbing right after graduation and was hired at Bedford High School in 2009. I taught high school American and World History, Economics and Current Events. In 2011, I transferred to the Junior High School and started teaching 7th grade Social studies and 8th Grade American History. I also pursued my master's degree from Concordia University and graduated with a Master Degree of Curriculum and Instruction.

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

I am happily married with three children! We enjoyed spending family time together and going to the lake!