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Free 7th grade U.S. History centers
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: Passages - Distance Learning Compatible
With this resource, students will learn all about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. Students can respond to short-answer questions after reading. The questions are aligned to informational text reading standards. Teaching notes and lesson plans are included. This resource can be printed or shared digitally. What is included?+ Printable and interactive digital versions1 reading passage – (See topic below.)5 differentiated reading l
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3rd - 8th
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World War II: Major Battles Passages
World War II Major Battles Differentiated Reading PassagesWith this resource, students will learn about the key battles of World War II through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. There are 9 original reading mini-passages included on 5 reading levels covering grades 3-8, totaling 40 mini-passages. Questions (as well as answer keys) aligned to Common Core State Standards are generally included for passage sets in my store but are not currently included in this freebie.NOT
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3rd - 8th
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Also included in: Post-Civil War to Present Day: Differentiated Passages Bundle
Jesse Owens Reading Passage and Comprehension Questions Freebie
Are you getting ready to teach the fifth grade Georgia Performance Standard SS5H5?
What better way to introduce students to the life and accomplishments of Jesse Owens than through this reading passage and set of comprehension questions! Answer key is included.
This two page passage discusses the life and accomplishments of Jesse Owens. Once students are finished reading, they have ten comprehension questions to answer! These questions not only ask students to refer back to the text, but also
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3rd - 7th
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Veterans Day vs Memorial Day: Informational Text Reading Passage & Writing Task
High-Interest highly informative, highly interesting, informational text reading passage and writing connections comparing and contrasting Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Includes high interest historical facts. Plus, learn why Veterans Day does NOT have an apostrophe! Researched thoroughly and full of information that will generate discussion, writing, Venn diagram, etc. This is relevant reading material with engaging writing (such as a compare and contrast informative essay!)! Includes awesome
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4th - 12th, Adult Education
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Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have A Dream" Speech
This is the full version of MLK's "I Have a Dream Speech." I'm sure there are a million creative ways to use speeches. I would love to hear how you plan to use this in your classroom. Comment below! :)
Make sure you check out other {Martin Luther King Jr Day Tools} available in my store!
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5th - 12th
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Veteran's Day - Remembering Our Armed Forces - Word Card Freebie
Veteran's Day - Remembering Our Armed Forces
Word Card Freebie
This file was designed to let students practice reading and talking about words related to Veteran's Day and the Armed Forces. I have included 64 word cards for your students to use.
Ideas for using the Veteran's Day Word Cards:
Sort nouns by person, place, or thing
Sort nouns by abstract or concrete
Sort nouns by common and proper
Have students choose words to write some sentences with.
Have students use words to write a story.
So
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2nd - 8th
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The Gettysburg Address (US History 7/8/11)
This is just the text of Lincoln's Gettysburg Address with some photos. I made this up on a whim 5 minutes before the bell the other day, figured I'd upload it if anyone needed a Civil War "dramatic reading" exercise. There are no questions with this sheet.
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5th - 12th
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The Boston Massacre Reading Comprehension Worksheet U.S. History
Does dense U.S. history textbook reading about the Boston Massacre have your students bored in their seats? Help build historical knowledge with this non-fiction one-page reading comprehension article that summarizes the key points about the Boston Massacre. This listing includes the article, multiple choice questions, and a point of view worksheet that asks students to retell the events of the massacre from the perspective of a British soldier and a colonial woman. There is also a section on
Grades:
4th - 7th
U.S. Becoming a World Power: Passages
With this resource, students will learn all about the United States becoming a world power through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. Students can respond to short-answer questions after reading. The questions are aligned to informational text reading standards. Teaching notes and lesson plans are included. This resource can be printed or shared digitally. What is included?+ Printable and interactive digital versions3 reading passages – (See topics below.)3 differentiate
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4th - 7th
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Leveled Texts: Louisiana Purchase
All students can learn about the Louisiana Purchase through text written at four different reading levels. Symbols on the pages represent reading-level ranges to help differentiate instruction. Provided comprehension questions complement the text. Engage and motivate students with this high-interest, leveled text about the Louisiana Purchase.
Grades:
4th - 12th
Roaring 20s Stations Activity
This is a great activity for students to get up and move around the classroom. There are 7 stations. I did each station for 5 minutes. While the info is lengthly, it's an easy way to introduce the Roaring 20s chapter, or a great bulk of information to shorten the amount of time you spend on the lesson.Station 1: Changing SocietyStation 2: FlappersStation 3: Sports and EntertainmentStation 4: Great Migration and the rise of Organized CrimeStation 5: Jazz AgeStation 6: Harlem RenaissanceStation
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6th - 9th
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Gettysburg Address Reading Analysis
This worksheet is a great supplemental resource for your Civil War Unit. This resource provides a reading of the Gettysburg Address, as well as comprehension questions relating to the speech, sectionalism, and the Civil War.This primary source follows the reading strategy of SOAPstone. If you are unfamiliar with SOAPstone, please download my free resource on this reading strategy. SOAPstone PresentationIt is an extremely easy strategy to use when breaking down any reading material. This speech
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7th - 12th
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Social Justice Close Reading Passage with Comp. Quest. and Writing Prompt
This is an original social justice writing piece free for a limited time. Please try it, and let me know what you think. Feedback and ratings GREATLY appreciated.
This informational passage is great for using as a close reading. The text features complex vocabulary and sentence structure and is fully aligned to the 7-10 ELA standards. It is a complete ready-to-use package designed with comprehension questions developed using Bloom's Higher Order Thinking Skills. (Each question is labeled accor
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7th - 10th
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Inauguration Day: Passages - Distance Learning Compatible
With this resource, students will learn all about the inauguration ceremony through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. Students can respond to short-answer questions after reading. The questions are aligned to informational text reading standards. Teaching notes and lesson plans are included. This resource can be printed or shared digitally. What is included?+ Printable and interactive digital versions1 reading passage – (See topic below.)5 differentiated reading levels
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3rd - 8th
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Also included in: United States Differentiated Passages Bundle
Civil War Fact FREEBIE: Simple vs. Complex Sentences, Fluency
These fact cards can be used for so many things! Use these cards to work on student's fluency when working in small group rotations. You can also use these cards when working on simple vs. complex sentences. Lastly, these facts are based on prominent Civil War leaders and are Common Core aligned.
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3rd - 8th
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Gettysburg Address pdf - Abraham Lincoln - Fill in the blanks. Kathy Troxel
This may be used with the Gettysburg Address audio mp3.
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Gettysburg-Address-mp3-Abraham-Lincoln-Fill-in-the-blanks-Kathy-Troxel-1514014
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4th - 9th
EXPLORE Station Labels
EXPLORE Stations are a way to actively engage students in hands-on learning with a variety of opportunities to practice the skills of a historian while incorporating the standards of literacy. Seven flexible stations incorporate 3 levels of informational text, mapping and graphing skills, Primary Sources, vocabulary review cards, organizational charts, review and reflection, and elaboration projects. All activities are ELA and SS standards-aligned.Students will learn to dig deeper into their lea
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5th - 8th
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Barack Obama Black History Month Reading Comprehension Escape Room FREE
Bring excitement and learning together with this Barack Obama Reading Escape Room designed especially for 6th to 8th graders! Dive into an immersive reading experience as students work together to solve puzzles, decipher clues, and uncover the great leader's personal story. It's a perfect combination of fun, adventure, and enriching reading skills!How to play: Hang or scatter the task cards around the room. Let students read and understand the passage and roam around to answer the 16 multiple-ch
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6th - 8th
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Memorial Day Comprehension Freebie!
Memorial Day is a time for everyone to thank our military for their sacrifices. Use this comprehension freebie for students to read and learn about the holiday and why we celebrate Memorial Day.
The 1 page article is followed by a 1 page question sheet.
4 words are used in a context clue question
Literal, lower-order thinking questions are included as well as a few higher-order thinking questions that ask students to reflect on their own activities and to be creative.
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3rd - 8th
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Revolutionary War Acts Timeline Card Sort/Activity
Here ye, here ye! King George III has ordered that all acts be taught with this card sort! Just kidding. But if you're needing an activity to help introduce/supplemental materials for the Pre-Revolutionary war acts and vocabulary, this is for you!There are 14 terms (both acts and vocabulary word) cards in red, with corresponding descriptions in green (28 in total), answer key included. Use this as:A timeline activityWhole group scoot (adapted, using the 14 green cards)Centers activities (matchin
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4th - 12th
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Ancient, Medieval, & U.S. History Free Resource Guide
Everything you need for teaching Ancient, Medieval, or U.S. History is here!! Inside this 98-page FREE history resource guide, you will find detailed lesson plan resources without spending countless hours searching online!Inside you will find hundreds of resources grouped by the following categories:Unit BundlesReading ResourcesGeography & Interactive Notebook LessonsBest Sellers You can use any of these hands-on history activities multiple times with students in order to reinforce learning.
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5th - 8th
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*FREE* Maya Angelou Women's History Month Coloring Page | March Activities
Celebrate Women's History Month and/or Black History Month in elementary grades or homeschool with this Maya Angelou coloring sheet. Use for morning work, centers, or as part of a greater Women's History Project! Perfect for teachers, parents, and anyone looking to inspire young minds with the stories of women who have shaped our history and continue to impact our future. Download now and start coloring your way through history!Check out these other 16 Women's History coloring pages HERE!Women i
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K - 12th
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Andrew Jackson Hero or Villain
Students will read one page that discusses President Jackson's life and actions. Students will jot down all of the "good" and "bad" actions Students will decide if he is more of a hero or a villainIf students choose hero, they will create a super hero that symbolizes heroic actions he tookIf students choose villain, they will create a wanted posterIf there is an error or have a question, please email me at civicsstudiestpt@gmail.com and will get back to you ASAP! Thank you!Click here to follow m
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6th - 9th
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Andrew Jackson Stations | Centers | Indian Removal Bank Wars Nullification
This activity includes 6 stations and an activity sheet to record student's answersThe stations included are:1. Nullification Crisis2. Jackson's Nickname3. Bank Wars4. Timeline5. Indian Removal Act6. Hero or VillainIf there is an error or have a question, please email me at civicsstudiestpt@gmail.com and will get back to you ASAP! Thank you!Click here to follow my store! For most new items I post, I make them freebies for some time!
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6th - 9th
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