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High school cultural activities for Easel Assessments
Las Fallas Spanish Culture Unit & lesson la primavera en España Spring sub plans
This Editable Google mini-unit bundle includes materials for a 2-3 day cultural unit in Spanish about Las Fallas, a celebration in Spain in the Spring. This Spanish cultural unit includes authentic resources, a graphic organizer, an editable Google slideshow, an optional reading assessment, and ideas for expansion. This Las Fallas unit would be best for late Spanish 1, Spanish 2, or Spanish 3 students.This is an Editable Google Drive Folder with the following included:✅ Directions to the teacher
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8th - 11th
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Día de los Reyes Magos Reading Passage
Introduce your students to a Christmastime tradition with this Día de los Reyes Magos Reading Passage! This concise resource is tailored for 6th-10th grade students, providing insights into the history of the Epiphany as it is celebrated in Latin America and Spain.Dive into the rich traditions of this holiday through a one-page informational text, available in vibrant full color or practical black-and-white. Engage your students with a detailed exploration of Día de los Reyes Magos, correcting m
Grades:
6th - 10th
Also included in: Hispanic Holidays 1-Page Reading Passages (BUNDLE)
Activity 1: Ancient African Civilizations_Middle & High School Black History
This passage is about the ancient Ghana, Songhai, and Mali empires. Long before the colonial period, there were great African kingdoms whose rulers presided over magnificent courts. Their merchants traded in gold, salt, and other goods with faraway countries, often traveling vast distances over caravan routes across the plains and deserts. African American Black History Course_Lesson Activity 1: Ancient African Civilizations· Lesson 1 in the 72-part course series
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6th - 12th
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Mardi gras in French Cultural Reading Comprehension Printable & Google Forms™
Cultural reading comprehension practice on Mardi gras en Louisiane in print or as a self-grading Google Form™ in comprehensible French! Mixing reading with the history, traditions, and culture of this world event can be great discussion starters and discovery of Mardi gras. Your intermediate and advanced French students will follow along with 5 conversations between a boy from Martinique a boy from New Orleans as they discuss exactly what Mardi gras in Louisiana entails in a clear and organized
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Washington D.C. virtual field trip ESL/EFL English
Get your students excited! Let them use English in 'real' life, because you are going to travel. It is a virtual field trip for English ESL/EFL learners around Washington D.C. The information is adapted for Pre-Intermediate learners (and higher) so your students don't get frustrated. Although the information is adapted for ESL learners, the virtual trip can also be used for native speakers as well!You are going to visit Washington D.C. - the White House, the Lincoln Memorial, the Smithsonian Air
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Also included in: Growing BUNDLE English ESL virtual field trips
Discussion Leader's Guide: "Braiding Sweetgrass" by Robin Wall Kimmerer
Guide copyright Betty J. White, 2023, a.k.a. Compass Rose, revised 2024 Includes: · 20 questions to use in discussions or to assign for written responses.· 20 possible answers to the questions to assist the leader as a guide or as an answer key.· An Easel Assessment, A Brief Analysis of "Braiding Sweetgrass", self-correcting.-Illustrated.Suggested for Grades 9 on up. Cultural and Environmental Studies.What makes sweetgrass a sacred medicine? According to Tribal Trade, “Sweetgrass is believed to
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
The Mighty Potato Chip: Create a Commercial
~The Mighty Potato Chip: Create a Commercial~Copyright Betty J. White, aka Compass Rose, 2024. Popular science writer.Includes:* Definitions (vocabulary).*The history of potato chips.* The nutrients found in potatoes. (Know your product!)* Which potato varieties make for the best potato chips?* How to test for starch in a potato. (A scientific approach).* Design your own “potato logo” and write an advertisement for your own brand of potato chips. Templates are provided for the commercial with pe
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6th - 9th
French Carnaval de Nice Culture Reading Comprehension Print & Google Forms™
Give your students a cultural look into le Carnaval de Nice with reading comprehension practice in this printable or self-checking digital Google Form™. There are 5 reading passages, texts between an American and a French girl. There are 14 questions questions to help comprehend what le Carnaval de Nice is like. Geared towards advanced beginners to intermediate learners, this comprehensible reading resource is ready to go! What are the questions like?There are 5 different sections of their corr
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7th - 10th
Mexican History Cards - Digital & Printable - Latin American Curriculum
50+ educational cards introducing the reader to the first indigenous civilizations of Mexico, influential leaders and political figures of the Mexican Revolution, and significant events that have forever changed the course of Mexican History.Filled with colorful images and historical fun facts our youth are provided with the perfect opportunity to embrace their heritage, engage in meaningful dialogue about our past, and learn about the sacrifices prior generations have made.This is a Digital Ite
Grades:
7th - 10th
Also included in: 150+ Hispanic Heritage Month Bundle Cards - Latin American History
Activity 3: Enslavement & Slave Codes_Middle & High School Black History Course
Slaves were exported from Africa to many places in North and South America until 1865. By 1830 slavery was primarily located in the South, where it existed in many different forms. African Americans were enslaved on small farms, large plantations, in cities and towns, inside homes, out in the fields, and in industry and transportation.African American Black History Course_Lesson Activity 3: Enslavement and Slave Codes· Lesson 3 in the 72-part course series
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6th - 12th
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Changing Racial Makeup of the US: Analyze Census Data with a Map Skills Lesson
I use this ready-to-go lesson and activity as a larger part of a middle or high school social studies lesson on diversity and American identity. Using data compiled from 2010 and 2020 United States Census Bureau and The New York Times, you and your students can look more closely at the shifting racial and ethnic makeup of the United States over the past forty years. This resource includes the following features:Includes Both Print & Digital Version (PDF & Google Workspace)Teacher's Notes
Grades:
8th - 11th
Activity 6: Dred Scott Supreme Court Case_Middle & High School Black History
The Dred Scott case, also known as Dred Scott v. Sandford, was a decade-long fight for freedom by a Black enslaved man named Dred Scott. The case persisted through several courts and ultimately reached the U.S. Supreme Court, whose decision incensed abolitionists, gave momentum to the anti-slavery movement and served as a stepping stone to the Civil War. Lesson Activity 6: Dred Scott Supreme Court CaseLesson 6 in the 72-part course series
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6th - 12th
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French Reading Comprehension le premier avril & poisson d'avril Print & Digital
A ready-to-implement reading resource to help intermediate French students learn about the history and culture of le premier avril. But, watch out because they might say “poisson d’avril” to you! Included are 4 reading passages between an American boy and a French boy regarding the traditions and present-day norms of April 1st in France. After each correspondence, there are comprehension questions (16 total). Available as a printable, self-grading Google Form™ or TpT Easel. Save the time of crea
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8th - 11th
Activity 5: Tubman & Underground Railroad_Middle & High School Black History
Known as the “Moses of her people,” Harriet Tubman was enslaved, escaped, and helped others gain their freedom as a “conductor" of the Underground Railroad. Contrary to legend, Tubman did not create the Underground Railroad; it was established in the late eighteenth century by black and white abolitionists. Lesson Activity 5: Harriet Tubman & Underground RailroadLesson 5 in the 72-part course series
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6th - 12th
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Carnaval de Québec French Reading Comprehension Printable & Google Forms™
Le Carnaval de Québec reading comprehension practice in print and/or with self-grading Google Forms™?! QUOI?! Mixing reading with the history and activities of this cultural winter event in Canada can lead to great discovery, ALL in French. Your intermediate and advanced French students will follow along with 7 comprehensible conversations between a tourist and a tourism expert as they discuss exactly what le Carnaval de Québec entails in a clear and organized format. All 23 questions are set to
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9th - 12th
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Activity 4: Nat Turner’s Rebellion_Middle & High School Black History Course
Nat Turner's Slave Rebellion occurred in 1831. Turner's force eventually consisted of more than 40 slaves, most on horseback. The force was discovered and captured on October 30th. While in jail awaiting trial, Turner spoke freely with whites about the revolt. The Confessions of Nat Turner was published within weeks of the Turner’s execution on November 11, 1831, and remains one of the most important sources for historians working on slavery in the United States. African American Black History
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6th - 12th
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Chicano Movement Cards - Digital & Printable - Civil Rights Movement
50+ educational cards introducing the reader to iconic civil rights leaders, activists, and events who played a major role in the movement and forever changed the course of Chicano/a History.Filled with colorful images and historical fun facts our youth are provided with the perfect opportunity to embrace their heritage, engage in meaningful dialogue about our past, and learn about the sacrifices prior generations have made.This is a Digital Item*** NO PHYSICAL PRODUCT ***▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬INCLUDE
Grades:
7th - 10th
Also included in: 150+ Hispanic Heritage Month Bundle Cards - Latin American History
Activity 10: 54th Massachusetts Regiment_Middle & High School Black History
The 54th Regiment Massachusetts Infantry was a volunteer Union regiment organized in the American Civil War. Its members became known for their bravery and fierce fighting against Confederate forces. The 54th Massachusetts Regiment of the Civil War led by Robert ShawLesson 10 in the 72-part course series
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9th - 12th
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Activity 7: White Abolitionists_Middle & High School Black History
William Lloyd Garrison, John Brown, and Harriet Beecher Stowe were white abolitionists. Black and white abolitionists in the first half of the nineteenth century waged a biracial assault against slavery. Lesson Activity 7: White AbolitionistsLesson 7 in the 72-part course series
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6th - 12th
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Samantha Smith's Pen: Learn the Power of Persuasion & 18" Doll Knitting Pattern
Would there be a response if Samantha was alive today and able to write a letter to Putin? What would it be? "Writing rubric included for easy scoring". "Highly engaging and motivating!"The power of persuasion! Learn about a persuasive letter written by a girl from Maine, an advocate for peace, who may have saved the world from a nuclear war during the 1980’s. Suggested for Grades 6 on up.Learn how to write a persuasive letter or essay & Easel Assessment.Know any knitters?
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6th - 9th
Also included in: Bundle: Samantha Smith: Short Story, Persuasive Letters
The Legend of the Cacao Tree Reading Comprehension
The people of Mesoamerican culture have passed rituals and legends from generation to generation as a manner of explaining the cycle of seasons, birth and death and to explain the astronomy of the night skies. Add an original legend to your reading activities about how the Mayan deity, Kukulkan shared the healing powers of the cacao tree with the people of the Americas (Approximates intermediate-advanced levels of The World Standards-Readiness Standards For Learning Languages).Included (Availabl
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11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: The World of Chocolate Reading Comprehension Thematic Bundle
Throwing the Dice: Teaching for Justice, Reading Historical Fiction, "Sounder"
In this social studies unit, Grade 6 students will read Sounder, (historical fiction), and discuss the social issues related to racism and develop goals for creating a nurturing attitude toward diversity in America. · Although this story is fictional, the reader will learn about real social issues as related to racism.· Students will identify social issues and the need to address positive social change.· Includes a discussion guide, a relevant vocabulary activity, and a final assessment and rub
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6th - 9th
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Trivial del Día de Europa / EU Trivial in Spanish
Trivia game to be used during "Europe Day" celebrated on 5 May by the Council of Europe and on 9 May by the European Union. It can also be used as an activity to learn about geographical, historical or cultural aspects of the main European countries.It includes 55 cards in Spanish (English version freebie) and can be used in its printable or digital version. Specially designed to work in cooperative or collaborative groups in a fun and entertaining way.Juego tipo trivial con tarjetas para utiliz
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Activity 8: Black Abolitionists_Middle & High School Black History
David Walker, Frederick Douglass, and Sojourner Truth were Black abolitionists. Black and white abolitionists in the first half of the nineteenth century waged a biracial assault against slavery. Their efforts proved to be extremely effective. Lesson Activity 8: Black AbolitionistsLesson 8 in the 72-part course series
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6th - 12th
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