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6th grade cultural activities for Easel Assessments
Day of the Dead Reading Passage
Kick off your Day of the Dead lessons with this easy, print-and-go, one-page reading passage! It’s perfect for teaching your students the history of Day of the Dead. Help correct the misconception that Day of the Dead is “Mexican Halloween” and teach them the tru meaning behind the holiday. Your Hispanic students will love seeing elements that may reflect their culture. And non-Hispanic students will discover the beauty of another culture.This reading passage is great for supplementing your Día
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: Hispanic Holidays 1-Page Reading Passages (BUNDLE)
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
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6th - 10th
Also included in: Hispanic Holidays 1-Page Reading Passages (BUNDLE)
10 Personal Questions with Original Pictures and Translations.
1. Google Slide Presentation of 10 Personal Questions in Spanish and English.(voices will be added soon)2. 10 Pictures to remember the questions. 3. Drag and Match Activity4. Multiple Choice Quiz with 40 different answers.5. Word by Word Translations with over 500 Vocabulary words in English and Spanish. 6. Print the Questions into small cards and have the student ask each other the questions.
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6th - 9th
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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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
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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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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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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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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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
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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Cinco De Mayo PowerPoint presentation and Quiz
Cinco de Mayo is clebrated 5th MayCinco de Mayo Lesson Presentation is a no prep activity, and includes a Quiz in powerpoint form and as an EASEL listingSave yourself the time and energy of creating your own powerpoint about Cinco de Mayo.In this resource you will get all the relevant information you need to teach your students about this important day.Content:In this lesson presentation you will get information on the following:1. What is Cinco de Mayo?2. History of Cinco de Mayo?3. Who Celebr
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Chinese New Year: Informational Reading Passage
Do your kids know about Chinese New Year? Bring diversity to your classroom by exploring this traditional and symbolic holiday! Students will learn about the history, celebrations, and meanings behind Chinese New Year, as well as explore the differences between a lunar calendar and the Gregorian (solar) calendar.Assess your students' knowledge with three included activities:Short answer questions, directly aligned to Common Core standards and requiring students to utilize text evidence.A multipl
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5th - 7th
Also included in: 5th Grade Reading Comprehension Activities: Holiday Passages
Latinas Breaking Barriers Cards - Digital & Printable - Women's History
50+ educational cards introducing the reader to strong Latina women who have defied the odds and overcome barriers of gender, race, class, and culture to become recognized leaders and role models all around the world in their respective fields.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 I
Grades:
6th - 9th
Also included in: 150+ Hispanic Heritage Month Bundle Cards - Latin American History
~Teaching for Justice: by Reading "Sounder" & "Stella by Starlight~
Key ideas and Details: - Apply social studies concepts to better understand major current local, national, world events and issues and problems.Overview: In this Social Studies unit for grade 6, students will be reading and discussing social issues related to racism and develop goals for creating a nurturing attitude toward diversity in America.The two books selected for this unit include: - “Sounder” by William Armstrong, a Newberry Medal winning novel set during the nineteenth century South. T
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6th
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Activity 2: Transatlantic Slave Trade_Middle & High School Black History Course
The Transatlantic Slave Trade represented the largest forced migration of people in human history with the transfer of 12-20 million Africans to the Americas between the 16th to 19th centuries. For 366 years, European slavers loaded millions of Africans onto Atlantic slave ships. About 11 million survived the Middle Passage to landfall and life in the Americas.African American Black History Course_Lesson Activity 2: The Transatlantic Slave TradeLesson 2 in the 72-part course series
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6th - 12th
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"Diary of a Young Naturalist" and Painting Birches for Special Needs grades 6+
An In-service Program as well as a resource for special education teachers. Includes an Easel Assessment: "Fun Facts About Birches". "Highly engaging!" Part 1 & 2 included.· Part 1: *For use with the book, “Diary of a Young Naturalist”, Milkweed Editions, copyright 2021, (222 pages), a memoir, written by Dara McAnulty, a sixteen-year-old Irish (Gaelic) climate activist who has discovered that his close connection to nature benefits his mental health and his ability to deal with autism. Writi
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6th - 9th
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Spanish 52 Most Common Verbs with Index - Easel Activity & Quiz - Fast Spanish
Let's learn the most common Spanish Verbs the fun way! Easel ready for your students along with a quiz for you to send to your students. Fast learning and great review. Interesting, fun & motivational photos. Words and a sentence with photo is shown. English translation only for the verbs in the index card with page numbers. The photo cards have only Spanish for fast immersion.Ths fun PDF focuses on just learning the 52 most common verbs a person may hear someone speak in Spanish during the
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Crossword puzzles about Africa Cities and General Knowledge
This printable pdf has 8 crosswords about Africa. I planned this to be used with a textbook, a reference book, atlas or other such resource. Of course, students can first test what they know by heart. About 80 African cities will appear in these crosswords. Note that these crosswords won't cover everything about these subjects, some capital cities won't occur in these crosswords. Some cities may occur several times throughout the material, but not in one crossword. Full answers included.Crosswor
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4th - 7th
Also included in: Africa Activity Bundle: Crosswords | Word Searches | Coloring
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