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Common Core WHST.6-8.2a centers
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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P.E.E.L. paragraphs literacy writing mat scaffold in history (PEEL)
This powerpoint contains a writing scaffold to help students frame their paragraphs using PEEL. Most students are familiar with PEE in their paragraphs but the L is what makes students show their understanding to a higher level.The first slide is a writing mat with the sentence starters. This can been laminated and given to students to use with their written work, in particular for essays. It could also be photocopied and stuck into the students books for regular reference. My classes have bot
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5th - 11th
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Ancient Egypt Mummies & Mummification Religion Reading Comprehension & Activity
Ancient Egyptian religious afterlife beliefs and mythology required the deceased to maintain his or her appearance even in death. Enter the development of the elaborate 70-day Ancient Egypt mummification process. This resource provides historical background and complete instructions for a 6-week carrot mummification project. NOTE: Carrots are low smell compared to other possible mummifying foods like meats or apples.TIP: If you start your mummification process as you start Egypt, your carrot
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6th - 10th
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MS-LS1-2
Hammurabi's Code Jigsaw Centers Inquiry Based Activity
This jigsaw partner/group activity will engage students in evaluating Hammurabi's Code of Law. You can use it as a jigsaw or as centers/stations - directions are included! This is an excellent resource for introducing or practicing source analysis skills. Students will also develop crucial ELA skills such as identifying and applying domain-specific vocabulary, comparing and contrasting, composing clear written responses, and other writing and reading comprehension skills.This product includes:-
Grades:
6th - 8th
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Also included in: Middle School Social Studies History Interactive Centers Stations Bundle
Middle School Social Studies History Interactive Centers Stations Bundle
Get all of my middle school Social Studies center station based activities in ONE bundle! The activities cover topics in middle school World History, and Early United States History/Civics for grades 6, 7, and 8. All activities are compatible with Google Classroom, Schoology, Canvas, and any learning management system that is Google Drive-friendly. Resources will be continuously added and updated!Looking for a specific topic? Take a look at my other bundles!⭐ Age of Exploration BUNDLE Pear Decks
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6th - 8th
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Ancient Egypt Religion Gods and Pyramids Reading Comprehension Passages Activity
Ancient Egyptian religion, mythology, and rituals are among the oldest in the world. This high interest Reading Comprehension Passage and Comprehension Worksheets allow your students to discover the major Ancient Egypt religious beliefs and rituals.All files are provided in PDF and PPT formats. Convert PPT files to Google Slides for uploaded to your Google Classroom share site with restricted student-only password-protected access. What's included8-Page Reading Comprehension Passage introducing
Grades:
6th - 10th
Greco Persian War Stations Centers - G-Suite and Ready to Print
Engage your students in learning about the Greco-Persian War through interactive stations! This resource includes:- 5 Stations for the Greco-Persian War:1. Causes of the Persian War2. Geography/Map Challenge3. Battle of Thermopylae4. Battle of Plataea5. King Cyrus- Worksheet/Google Doc for students to fill out at each station.This centers-based lesson incorporates mixed-level questions to guide instruction and help students practice essential ELA skills such as finding and citing text evidence,
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Middle School Social Studies History Interactive Centers Stations Bundle
911, Veteran's Day & Memorial Day Tribute for Grades 5-7
IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR for something to honor our fallen soldiers, then this 9/11, Veteran's Day & Memorial Day Tribute will get your 5-7th graders thinking about those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom.FIRST and FOREMOST, 9/11, Veteran's Day & Memorial Day Tribute includes a PBL 9/11 Web Quest, & Photo Journalism activity for collaborative groups that is challenging, exciting and fun. It should also be noted that the project will engage your class in a realistic activity
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4th - 7th
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Israel Palestine Conflict Hyperdoc Mini Activities Google Doc
These activities about the Israel Palestine Conflict will engage your students in a thoughtful exploration of this complex and historically significant topic. It delves into the conflict's history, root causes, key stakeholders, and historical impact, providing a holistic understanding. The resource includes five different activities, all designed to foster a deep understanding of the historical context of the conflict between Israel and Palestine. You can use these activities as a Do Now/Bellri
Grades:
6th - 8th
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Also included in: Middle School Social Studies History Interactive Centers Stations Bundle
Peer Mentor Development - Positive Behavior Initiative
Begin to make the changes in the lives of the students in the classroom and watch the ripple effect unfold throughout the school! Give power to the ones that need it the most, and create a powerful place where everyone feels needed, accepted, and understood! This Peer Mentor Initiative will help to create a classroom & school climate that harnesses the very best of all who participate in it. When given the time and diligence needed, this program will empower it's participants to work hard, t
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Not Grade Specific
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Valentine's Day Activities Holidays Around the World Digital Research Report
Looking for Valentine's Day activities for your Holidays Around the World Unit? Have your students write a digital research report on Valentine's Day.Your students will be spoiled for choice from a selection of 20-22 eye-catching covers. Students will document information in fun flipbook-style templates in google slides.Students have the option to digitally submit the completed flipbook report on Valentine's Day for feedback and grading.Student checklists and marking rubrics included. The templa
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Also included in: Holidays Around the World Informational Writing Research Reports Digital
Native American Lessons, Activities, Centers, & Assessment Bundle
You will have everything you need to teach your middle schoolers about Native Americans. The activities will engage your students and provide higher-level thinking. Start with the full unit of study, then use the centers, Boom™ Cards, and hexagonal thinking to fully engage and assess.Here is what you get:1. Full Unit of StudyYou will have absolutely everything you need to teach an engaging, fun, and meaningful study of Native Americans. This is a complete unit of study.Includes:An interactiv
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5th - 8th
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EARTH SCIENCE/ GEOLOGY: CROSSWORD PUZZLE : EARTH'S INNER CORE
This is a science stem vocabulary crossword about the inner core of the earth. Interesting facts about what the core does for our planet! Use it for a supplemental science activity, fun homework assignment, or in a science center. Use it for an internet research activity during a lab period. Thanks for visiting. An answer key is provided.
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4th - 8th, Staff
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Analyze the Prompt: Main Idea Search
Students will analyze prompts to determine the main idea for their essay. They will color code by identifying the topic in blue and the point in red for each prompt.
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3rd - 6th
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Magna Carta DOK Questions
Depth of Knowledge (DOK) takes time to develop. If you are studying the Magna Carta, these questions will help guide students from their basic thinking skills to more advanced problem solving and implementation. This doc was created to be used in a center where discussion and writing take place. It is intended as a guideline for lessons that would take place over several weeks.
Grades:
8th - 12th
Science Notes Template
Three page template including margin for definitions, questions, reflection, diagrams, and identifying key concepts. Mix and match the pages to customize for your specific lesson plan. Encourages students to reflect on the concepts and discourages rote memorization.
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4th - 10th
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Main Idea Analysis Practice
Students will use color coding to analyze main idea sentences. They will look for the topic and point in each one to guide their writing.
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3rd - 6th
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