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Common Core WHST.6-8.2d activities
Ancient Civilizations Lessons, Activities, and Projects - Ancient History
This Ancient Civilizations Bundle includes 6 resources for teaching Mesopotamia, Ancient Egypt, Ancient China, Ancient India, Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome. Each resource includes learning activities to help students learn about each civilization’s geography, religion, achievements, politics, economy, and society. Designed to be engaging and interactive, these resources will make learning fun and exciting! Here’s a quick overview of each of the Ancient Civilization Resources: Ancient Mesopotam
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4th - 7th
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Weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation Analysis Stations Activity Set
In this Articles of Confederation Stations or Gallery Walk Activity activity students analyze the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation by viewing visuals. The lesson includes:▶️1. 9 stations of visuals▶️2. A PowerPoint (Slides) weaknesses presentation with answers▶️3. A graphic organizer and a guided practice fill-able chart▶️4. This product now has a Google Ready option. Just click on the blue link in the PDF and you will get a copy to assign to your students in Google Classroom, complet
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5th - 10th
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DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE Activity: Primary Source Analysis and Questions
The Declaration of Independence can be a daunting document for teachers to explain to students, but this primary source lesson will help students understand the major themes and concepts within the document itself. Though Thomas Jefferson's Declaration was written in the 18th century, this worksheet has proven to be a fantastic, big-picture way for today's students to study such an important writing without becoming overwhelmed. The Declaration is really just a big "break-up letter" from the co
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7th - 12th
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Symbiosis Speed Dating Activity
Spice up your symbiosis lesson with this speed dating activity! Perfect around Valentine's day to review mutualism, commensalism, and parasitism.In this activity, students are assigned a desert organism card. On each card students will learn what the organism eats, any adaptations it has, what it needs to survive, and what it can offer other organisms. Students will then go on 5 "speed dates" with other students in the classroom. After discussing what they have to offer, they will decide if the
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8th - 10th
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Also included in: Ecology Bundle
Legislative Branch Activity: Classroom Simulation on How a Bill Becomes a Law
Make civics practical and exciting for students using this Social Studies simulation that allows students to experience the Legislative Branch! Students will participate in writing bills for their school, community, or state while learning the various stages within the lawmaking process. All voices are heard as students become members of Congress, participate in committees, debate on the floor, and watch their President sign the bills that survive the entire process. Not only do students love
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6th - 12th
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Veterans Day Program Script School Assembly or Class Activity to Honor Veterans
Are you planning a Veterans Day celebration for your school this year? This Veterans Day program script will help you get started as you plan your Veterans Day program.Our school's Veterans Day program has been my absolute favorite event of the year for over fifteen years!I have found that a program that celebrates Veterans is one of our favorite activities to bring together community members of all ages and students in our school. I have used this script at our school-wide Veterans Day progra
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1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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US History Curriculum Activities 5th Grade United States Map Geography Projects
This Upper Elementary and Middle School Complete US History Curriculum Resource has over 1,205 pages/slide of material covering Ancient American | Native Americans, The Age of Exploration, Relations Between Colonists and Native Americans, The Original 13 Colonies, Events Leading up to the Revolutionary War, The American Revolution and Declaration of Independence, The Constitution and Articles of Confederation***UPDATE: Now contains curriculum binders and sample classroom pacing guide!**UPDATE: N
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4th - 7th
Ancient Civilizations Mesopotamia Stations - Doodle Note Style GRAPES Worksheet
Introducing our engaging and student-centered educational resource, packed with content that brings Ancient Mesopotamia to life! This interactive activity unfolds across six meticulously crafted stations, each exploring the vital components of GRAPES: geography, achievements, social classes, leadership, economy, and religion of this ancient civilization.Within each Mesopotamia station, you'll discover richly detailed readings accompanied by captivating visuals, charts, station signs, and maps t
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5th - 9th
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13 Colonies Students Journey through the Colonies with an Engaging Simulation!
This is a Google Slides experience that guides students on a journey through the 13 Colonies. Students visit the New England, Middle, and Southern colonies and they write a narrative about the experience of two English travelers based on the prompts provided in the journey. All of the information in the journey is based on real research. Each event is based on actual information regarding the 13 Colonies, and every event has been carefully edited for clarity, comprehension, and conciseness. Stud
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Colonial America | 13 Colonies | 17 Days of Lesson Plans and Assessment
WHY STUDY HISTORY | Back to School Activity | First Day of School Discussion
Why do we study history anyway? This back to school activity is a must have for any history or social studies class! Start the first day of school (or the first lesson of any history class) with “WHY” because students always want to know why? Why am I learning about history? Why do we have to study this stuff anyway? When am I ever going to use this in life? Isn’t history about a "bunch of old dead people" and things that have already happened? **Major necessary upgrades have been made to ma
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Also included in: American History U.S. History Bundle: Beginnings through the 1850's
Expository Informative Explanatory Writing Unit Editable CCSS Distance Learning
This writing unit focuses on explanatory and informative (expository) writing and is aligned with the Common Core State Standards. It has also been recently updated to include Google Drive / Google Classroom editable handouts (perfect for distance learning!) and MLA 8 style handouts.This IS included in my mega bundle: ALL of my WRITING RESOURCES GROWING BUNDLE.Students will learn to write informative/explanatory essays and research papers by following the step-by-step process. The zipped file in
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Writing Resources Bundle Argument Expository Narrative Journalism
Birthstone Rocks and Mineral Project
Assess student understanding of minerals through their completion of this birthstone project. This project has print and digital options to allow flexibility in the science classroom. First, students will complete the graphic organizer using student-friendly websites to research their birthstone. Then they will complete the brochure to demonstrate their knowledge of the mineral. This project works well as a science center, independent or small group assignment, or digitally assigned. Like this b
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Full Year Science Curriculum
Assimilation of Native Americans: Indian Boarding Schools (STATIONS)
Through these primary source analysis stations, your students will gain an understanding of the assimilation of Native Americans in the United States following the Civil War, due to the use of Indian boarding schools. Through readings, photographs, and interviews, your students will analyze primary sources to learn the laws and history surrounding the schools in the United States, as well understand the negative impact these government instituted school experiences have had on Native American ch
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5th - 8th
Writing Resources Bundle Argument Expository Narrative Journalism
Writing instruction has never been easier! This download now includes ALL of my writing resources: argument and persuasive, expository (including journalism), and narrative writing. In addition, I added helpful outlines, prompts, and rubrics. The skills practiced are standards-based, aligned with the Common Core State Standards.This is a MEGA BUNDLE of the following products:*ARGUMENT*Argument Writing Mega Bundle (Includes Unit, Editable Handouts, Rubrics, AND Presentation) (This is included in
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7th - 12th
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The Epic of Gilgamesh Common Core Writing and Literacy Primary Source Activity
Step into the rich world of Ancient Mesopotamia with this student-centered and Common Core-aligned activity. Your students will embark on a captivating journey as they explore the timeless Epic of Gilgamesh, gaining profound insights into the beliefs and society of this ancient civilization.Here's how the Epic of Gilgamesh adventure unfolds: Historical Context: Begin by delving into a brief history of the Epic of Gilgamesh and encounter an excerpt from the actual tale. This introduction sets th
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6th - 8th
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7th Grade Texas History YEAR-LONG CURRICULUM Bundle: TEKS-aligned & Google Apps!
The amazing 7th Grade Texas History YEAR-LONG CURRICULUM BUNDLE is PERFECT for those teaching 7th grade social studies (Texas History) in Texas!! Each one of the 12 units included with this incredible year-long curriculum bundle has been comprehensively designed and curated to specifically follow the most recent 7th Grade Social Studies TEKS standards and guidelines -AND- come 100% COMPLETELY READY to use for BOTH in-person classroom learning (via PDF & PowerPoint/PPT) and online digital lea
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7th
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Constitution and Bill of Rights Project: Create a Board Game
This Constitution and Bill of Rights Board Game project is a fun and creative way for students to demonstrate their understanding of these founding documents. Perfect for use at the end of a unit, the ready-made templates covering all aspects of game play, will allow students to instantly focus on the content and not get caught up in the design of their game.Students will be asked to create the rules and directions for their game, all required pieces, and a colorful and detailed board game. The
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Constitution and Bill of Rights Unit: Activities & Projects Bundle
Unit Project for Middle School: Create a Board Game - For any Subject
Students will create a board game to demonstrate their learning about any topic or unit for any subject area in a fun and creative way. This Board Game resource includes detailed, step-by-step directions and requirements for students, including required content topics. An extensive range of templates are also provided including board game templates, game card templates, spinner templates, game piece templates, a dice template and a money template.This "Create a Board Game" Project Includes:Stude
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: End of Year Social Studies Bundle - For Any Topic
TikTok or Video Project | End of Year Activities | Main Idea Summary Any Subject
This Tik Tok template is extremely engaging and a fantastic tool that can be used in the classroom as well! Get your students engaged and learning while presenting content-rich videos using TikTok. Teachers will love the organization of the included graphic organizers, and students will love the video fun!You as the teacher do not need a TikTok account, but can certainly sign up for a free account at any time. It will be helpful if one student in each group has access to a TikTok account. If T
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Scientific Method Writing a Clear Lab Procedure
Scientific Writing Activity: Can your students write a clear and concise laboratory procedure? In this simple activity, students will build a unique and unusual structure. Student will then write instructions for how to build the structure. Students will swap sets of instructions and attempt to build the structures of other students.Why is this important?A key component of the scientific method is the recording and publishing of results. In his/her publication, a scientist must give the procedu
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: Science Skills Bundle: Metrics, Measurement, Scientific Method, Graphing
CSI US American History Inquiry Bundle | 10 Amazing Inquiry Activities
CSI American History Bundle! Lost Colony, Salem, Donner Party, Lincoln, Tulsa Race Riots, Cuban Missile Crisis, JFK!In the CSI American History Bundle, you receive TEN American History focused CSI investigations! Plus, any future American History CSI lessons, will be added to this bundle -- and you will be able to download them at no additional charge! Google 1:1 compatible versions are included in each CSI lesson!This bundle currently contains the following EIGHT American History CSI Investi
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5th - 10th
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US States and Territories Virtual Field Trip Bundle (Google Earth Exploration)
Take your students on a virtual field trip to all 50 states and U.S. territories! States are organized by the 5 regions, to provide you with organized and complete virtual tours. Using a combination of Google Earth™ 360-degree views, video, informational text, and visuals, your students will travel to every state and the inhabited U.S. territories to learn about key facts and features from multiple perspectives. Please click the preview button to view more.This virtual field trip bundle covers:A
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4th - 6th
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Ronald Reagan and His Policies: Reaganomics, Iran-Contra Affair, Libya, Cold War
In this engaging, stations-based way to teach the policies of Ronald Reagan's presidency, students investigate many positive and negative aspects to his legacy to understand his role in American History. Students learn about his 1980 victory over Jimmy Carter, "Reaganomics", "trickle-down economics", the Iran-Contra Affair, the Reagan Doctrine, the Boland Amendments, Sandinistas and Contras, Ayatollah Khomeini, Hezbollah, Nicaragua, Operation El Dorado Canyon, Libya, the 1986 West Berlin bombin
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8th - 11th
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Stock Market Game: An Online Activity, & Simulation | Teach Students Investing
Studying the stock market can be difficult, yet life-changing if studied properly! For years I have wanted to help students grasp a comfortable understanding of the stock market. Through semesters of tweaking and formulating, I have come up with this resource that students and teachers alike can approve of! Students will enter an online game, watch their stock returns, write reflection papers, draft summaries of their investment companies, chart returns, and create a reflection of their entire
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9th - 12th
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