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Higher education U.S. History activities
The Rise of the Dictators | World War II | Digital Learning Activity
Teaching the Rise of Dictators can be tough. What should we talk about and how much should we talk about? We have it all laid out for you. This is our most popular product on TpT because we have done all the work for you. Detailed fact sheets give students access to the information they need to truly understand the important details of these infamous men. Digital and Paper Copies included! This "World War II: The Rise of the Dictators" Distance Learning Activity includes:1) A graphic organiz
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â World War II | Unit Activity | Digital Learning Bundle
HARLEM RENAISSANCE | Art Gallery Walk Activity | 1920s | Print & Digital
Your students will feel as if they stepped back in time to the Harlem Renaissance with this engaging activity. To begin, students will be introduced to the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s with a short film clip and lecture. They will take notes on the creative lecture notes template provided. Print and Digital. Perfect for distance learning.Here is some feedback from a buyer:LOVE IT!! This is one of the best lessons I have downloaded. It hits the common core standards and I really love the short
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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World War II | Homefront Gallery Walk | Digital Learning Activity
There is no better way to facilitate an inclusive and engaging activity to help students immerse themselves in the past than for students to engage themselves in a WWII Homefront Gallery Walk!This "World War II Homefront Gallery Walk " Distance Learning Activity includes:1) A document-based "GALLERY WALK" activity that creates a unique opportunity for your students to engage with REAL, HISTORICAL DOCUMENTS and investigate the social lives of Americans during WWII. Your students will love walkin
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â World War II | Unit Activity | Digital Learning Bundle
STOCK MARKET Simulation Game | 1920s & Great Depression | Print & Digital
This is a fun and interactive STOCK MARKET Simulation game to play with your secondary U.S. History students when studying the causes of the Great Depression. The presentation begins with an engaging introduction to the stock market. Very detailed directions are then given to play the stock market simulation game. Students will begin by choosing stocks to purchase from a list of companies that existed in the 1920s. They will then complete the corresponding worksheet with the stock they purchased
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Economics and History: Communism vs. Capitalism, the Rock, Paper, Scissors Game!
This highly interactive game gives students a hands-on, experiential understanding of the differences in between communism and capitalism. Students will learn more about the key components of communism, capitalism, and socialism.
Out of all of the activities that I do in my class, students probably have the most fun playing this game.
There is a reflection that follows the game, as well as a sheet that the students can fill out. After they have filled it out, allow for a discussion on the imp
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Crash Course US Government and Politics Worksheets Complete Series Set Bundle
This ZIP file contains Microsoft Word document worksheets (along with PDF versions) for each of the fifty episodes of Crash Course U.S. Government and Politics hosted by Craig Benzine.Worksheets contain a combination of fill-in-the-blank and short answer questions. Each worksheet is accompanied with an answer key and relevant images.By purchasing this file, you agree not to make it publicly available (on external websites, etc.) or to share with any other teachers. It is intended for classroom u
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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America The Story of Us : Civil War (Episode 5) - Video Guide
Video study guide for Episode 5: Civil War of America The Story of Us. Movie guide comes complete with answer key. Questions follow the film in same order.Episode 5: Civil WarThe Civil War rages. The terrible new technology of the minie ball is devastating Union and Confederate forces alike. It is 20th century technology meeting 18th century tactics and the result is a death toll never before seen on American soil. Still, strict discipline and an unshakeable belief in their cause have welded Ro
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Quilt Codes of the Underground Railroad
This power point presentation by Debra Bays tells the story of the role of quilt blocks in the journey north along the Underground Railroad. Often times, slaves were prepared for their journey North by using a quilt sampler to instruct about what tools to accompany them on the journey; crossroads and which path to take; maps and what clues to look for when seeking the right route to take; and which homes or churches were friends and could provide food, shelter and clothing. This presentation is
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Imperialism to WWI Mapping Activity Informational Reading Events Leading to War
Teaching how Imperialism led to WW1? Want an engaging lesson on Imperialism that will allow students to practice mapping skills? This resource will be the one that sets a great foundation for your Imperialism to WWI Unit!Imperialism to WWI Mapping Activity is a great resource for introducing the WWI era as students map the imperialism that spread from Europe and beyond to create the conflicts and chaos leading to the great war.This mapping and information gathering activity will help students un
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6th - 11th, Higher Education
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Ultimate Cultural Heritage Month Bundle | Google Slides | Person Per Day
Hello and welcome to Celebrating Cultural Heritage Month Bundle! This resource comes with Hispanic Heritage Month, Black History Month, Women's History Month, and AAPI Month to celebrate for many months of cultural celebrations! This resource is designed to be used in person OR digitally.1. You can use this resource during morning class meeting to fit in relevant and diverse content. I share screen during our class meetings, and we discuss the slides/view the videos together2. This is a comple
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
America The Story of Us: Division (Episode 4) Video Guide
Video study guide for Episode 4: Division of America The Story of Us. Movie guide comes complete with answer key. Questions follow the film in same order.Episode 4: DivisionAmerica becomes a nation at the moment a revolution in commerce and industry sweeps across the western world. The construction of the Erie Canal--an audacious feat of engineering achieved against the odds with black-powder and hard work-- results in hundreds of workmen being killed, but the pay-off is immense. This vast new
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Ruby Bridges Movie Questions
15 multiple choice questions that follow the movie of Ruby Bridges. Includes an answer key.
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1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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9-11 September 11th Centers Response Group Activity Sept. 11 9/11 911
9-11 Centers or Response Group Activity sets up your classroom into 6 Centers or 6 Response Groups to allow students to collaboratively investigate the events of 9/11. This 44 page activity set provides resource cards on the major categories of the event for students to read, view, and discuss as they complete the student guide. Content Topics CoveredBasic FactsVictims of TerrorismPerpetrators - the TerroristsEffects of 9/11 Terrorism in AmericaTimeline of the Day's EventsHistory Leading up to
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in:Â US 2 Modern U.S. History Interactive Lessons Bundle - Walking Tours & More
Political Parties| DEMOCRATS V REPUBLICANS | What are the Differences? | Digital
This is an easy and comprehensive way to teach the differences between the Democrat and Republican political parties. Both printable and digital versions are included!Buyer Feedback:Easy to use, comprehensive, and versatile with options for print and digital. This purchase includes a 3-page reading about the differences between the two major political parties; the Democrats and the Republicans. It reviews the different ideologies on the following issues:the economytaxessocial issuesforeign polic
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Political Behavior BUNDLE | CIVICS | Print & Digital | Grades 8-12 | Civics
13th: A Netflix Documentary on the History of Mass Incarceration {A Film Guide}
The film 13th changed the way I taught To Kill a Mockingbird forever. If you are teaching anything about the Civil Rights Movement, literature about racial inequality, or are simply teaching the very topic of mass incarceration in your classrooms this year, the documentary should be on your must-see list!FILM TRAILER: CLICK HEREIf you've seen the film and deemed it appropriate for your course of study and age group, then this film viewing guide is perfect for you! This 4-page guide attempts t
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in:Â A Raisin in the Sun: Complete Unit Bundle {Digital & Print Included}
Richard Nixon | The Watergate Scandal | Digital Learning Activity
Watergate is one of the most famous events in American History, but it can be hard to teach. We have laid it all out for you in this extremely engaging activity. We probe your students knowledge of all of the key aspects to the scandal. Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "Nixon and Watergate" Distance Learning Activity includes:1) Students will start this engaging activity with an analysis of the players involved in the Watergate scandal including, H.R. Haldeman, John Dean, Archibald Cox
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Full Year U.S. History Course | Distance Learning | Activity Bundle
Salem Witch Trials Escape Room
Looking for an exciting way to introduce the Salem Witch Trials to your students? This challenging lock box activity is designed to accompany history lessons on the Salem Witch Trials or The Crucible play. I love introducing The Crucible with this escape because it stirs students' interest in the accusations and evidence for the Salem trials. Premise: students have recently discovered an ancestor of theirs was the first person in Salem hanged for witchcraft. They want to know about her, and as
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in:Â Salem Witch Trials Escape - Digital & Print
Assembly Line Race Activity
WHAT YOU GETIt's time to REV THINGS UP! This amazing activity will have your students competing in an assembly line race! The front line will be making trucks on an assembly line while the back line will work on making the cars individually. This activity will help prove that the assembly line is faster and why Ford was able to lower the cost of the Model T. Everything you need is included!★ Truck Printable's★ Picture Directions (for you and students)★ Materials List★ Classroom Set-up GuideY
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Industrial Revolution Walking Tour | Gallery Walk | Activities
Take your students on a walking tour (Gallery Walk) of the Industrial Revolution to learn about the changes and developments that took place from 1750 to 1900. This easy to prep activity will save you time and stress as your students learn all about the period!From changes in the family structure to industrial developments to inventions and the rise of the Middle Class, an overall view of the time period is represented in this activity.Resource IncludesStudent notes pagesImage analysis activitie
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in:Â US 2 Modern U.S. History Interactive Lessons Bundle - Walking Tours & More
**Containment/Cold War Simulation**
The Containment/Cold War Simulation immerses students in the various events, proxy wars, and heated scenarios which the United States dealt with throughout the Cold War. Students will learn about how the end of WW2 led to the Cold War, NATO & the Warsaw Pact, as well as most of the main events of the Cold War.Some of the historical events included in the Simulation slides are:Truman Doctrine - Greece/Turkey 1947Berlin Airlift - 1948/49Korean War: 1950-1953Cuba - Bay of Pigs: 1961Vietnam War
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Would You Survive The Oregon Trail?
NO PREP! If you liked "Would You Survive the Salem Witch Trials?" you will LOVE this journey to the West! In this super interactive and fun activity, students will simulate what it was like to set off on the Oregon Trail! Perfect activity to use during Westward Expansion Units, Manifest Destiny Units, or just for fun! Google Compatible and includes a worksheet for students to follow along! Students will have to make decisions that impact their life on the trail. Cross curricular, also, as studen
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Cards Against History - APUSH / AP US History - Classroom Review Game!
Cards Against History: APUSH / AP US History (Units 1-9) is a fun review game inspired by the Cards Against Humanity party game. The game is designed to be a mix of content-specific cards and broad, humorous cards.The activity works great for reviewing at the end of a unit test, midterm, final, before the AP Test, or after the AP Test as a fun post-test activity in May/June! Note that the set contains ALL 9 Periods of APUSH.Game ContentsPrintable Black Cards (90 unique, school-appropriate state
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in:Â APUSH / AP US History - Full Curriculum Bundle - Full Year - Google Drive
Hamilton, Body Biography Project Bundle, Characterization, For Print and Digital
This Hamilton, Body Biography Bundle For Print and Digital is filled with all you need to teach and promote the amazing characters from the timeless American musical. Your students will experience the unique approach of using a collaborative poster, Lin-Manuel Miranda's American Musical classic, textual evidence, research, and the body biography project! **Hamilton Body Biography Bundle includes the digital body biography file. Includes Google Slides for distance learning**This project can be us
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in:Â Home School Bundle
Thanksgiving Jeopardy Trivia Powerpoint Game - Mac PC and iPad Compatible
This Thanksgiving Jeopardy Style Trivia Powerpoint game is sure to be a big hit in your classroom, church, business, or family party this Thanksgiving. It has categories like "Turkey Facts," "The First Thanksgiving," "Macy's Parade," "The Big Meal," "Shopping," etc. It's fully filled out with 30 questions and answers under 6 categories but can be used as a customizable template as well, so you can replace any of the current categories, questions, answers, etc to fit your setting. It even has fun
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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