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7th grade Martin Luther King Day reading strategies cultural activities
Digital Choice Board Activity Bundle: Monthly Celebrations
Whether you're celebrating Black History Month in February, elevating Hispanic voices in September, or simply looking for easy and meaningful ways to expand the voices present in your curriculum, these digital choice board activities will help students gain exposure to 25 different articles, videos, poems, and stories on each different board.WATCH A VIDEO PREVIEW INSIDE THE PRODUCT HERE!The goal of each choice board is to primarily provide choice to students - an opportunity to self-navigate the
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7th - 12th
The Butterfly, a Holocaust Poem - Close Read and Short Answer Response
Looking for a meaningful way to honor Holocaust victims? With respect and dignity, Pavel Friedmann's poem, The Butterfly, guides students through a close reading of the text, a paired short answer response, and the option to create their own butterfly in honor of Holocaust victims. The teachers in my middle school found this activity to be a meaningful closure to a Holocaust unit. If you’re looking to sample poetry close reading, CLICK HERE to sign up and download my free poetry sub plans. Downl
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5th - 9th
Black Out Poetry Civil Rights Reading, Writing & Art Project
Resource for Black History Month and Martin Luther King, Jr. DayThe purpose of these activities is to help students read deeply while reading excerpts from historical civil rights speeches. So often, civil rights leaders like Dr. King are discussed as if they were super heroes. They are, in a sense, super heroes. But it’s important for students to realize that they were also regular people, often with very humble beginnings who found themselves in situations, environments and racist conflicts th
Grades:
5th - 7th
Amal Unbound: Exploring Social Activism
If everyone decided nothing could change, nothing ever would.Amal Unbound is a wonderful opportunity for your students to experience what it is like living in a place where learning to read is a luxury and owing money could cost you your freedom!Through Amal’s journey, they will learn that standing up to what one knows is right and the risk taking involved in that brave act is what leads to change. This resource includes EVERYTHING that you need for your students to be engaged, active, thoughtf
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4th - 8th
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Black History Month
This Black History Month unit introduces your students to the accomplishments of 28 different African Americans through "biography briefs". They make a fabulous Black History Month bulletin board display and are the perfect place to begin class discussions and/or student research. There are 28 cards included- one for each day in February!
This packet is designed to give your students an overview of the impact that African Americans have made in the areas of politics, civil rights, music, spor
Grades:
K - 10th
Also included in: Black History Month Biography BUNDLE
Black History Month Math Activities for Middle and High School
Teach your students about the many contributions of Black Mathematicians and Martin Luther King Jr. with these no-prep Black History Month math activities. They're perfect for middle and high school students.What's included?Black History Month Black Mathematicians ProjectBlack Mathematicians Black History Month ActivityMartin Luther King Jr. Color By NumberQuestions? Send me an email at asia@thesassymathteacher.comConnect with me on Instagram @thesassyteacherWebsite: thesassymathteacher.comTips
Grades:
6th - 8th
The Sneetches Have a Dream-Comparing Genres with a Similar Theme (MLK)
Unleash the Power of Literature and History with Our Compelling Activity! Dive into a transformative learning experience with our thought-provoking activity that compares Dr. Seuss's timeless classic, "The Sneetches," with Martin Luther King Jr.'s iconic "I Have a Dream" speech. ✨ Explore Themes of Equality and Acceptance: Immerse your students in the whimsical world of Sneetches while drawing parallels to Dr. King's powerful message of equality and unity. Critical Thinking Meets Literature: Ch
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5th - 9th
THE OUTSIDERS 34 Slang Phrases - Spraypaint Graffiti (by S.E. Hinton)
Learners will love this Graffiti & Spraypaint design and might even be tricked into enjoying themselves while taking notes on the slang language in the novel. This two-page organizer will help students keep track of the meanings of the 34 slang phrases.SUGGESTED ACTIVITY IMPLEMENTATIONStudents will look at a bunch of the slang the Greasers and Socs use in the novel. They’ll guess at what they think the various terms and idioms mean, then compare their thoughts to reality.TEXT: THE OUTSIDERS
Grades:
7th - 9th
Day of the Dead: Annotation Guide & Mini Research Assignment {7 - 12 ELA}
Try something other than Poe in your secondary English classroom this Halloween; instead, send them off to try a mini-research project! This mini-research project gives students the chance to learn about the Mexican holiday Day of the Dead while honoring the lives of amazing poets and authors who have died.This product has two parts: a mini-research project and a fiction/poetry reading annotation guide. The two parts can be used together or separately - that's up to you! The mini-research pr
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Fall Lessons and Activities for Secondary ELA
World Folklore & Mythology Close Reading Unit: (6-9) Weeks Bundled Unit
This is a COMPLETE and comprehensive unit!
(12 Tests, 100+ slides, 18 stories, 30-page student activity packet)
It focuses on folklore from all around the world. It Includes folklore from North America, South Pacific (Samoa), Europe, Greece and Rome, Africa, and Asia.
This Unit is designed for grades 6-10 with attached CCSS standards for grades 9-10..
This an ideal unit for the early parts of your year as students are just beginning to understand literary elements. The readings are short enou
Grades:
6th - 10th
Dr. Martin Luther King's "What's Your Life's Blueprint" Speech
Inspire your students to "live their best life" through Dr. King's speech on building your life's blueprint. This lesson is equipped with an excerpt of King's 1967 speech given to a junior high school audience in Philadelphia.The teacher's guide provides prompts for lively discussions/debates among the students about what Dr. King suggested to his audience.Please download from my TpT site, the instrumental laced audio of the shortened speech along with the transcript that is great for strugglin
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Civil Rights Movement: March on Washington Gallery Walk Activity
In this Civil Rights Movement activity, your students will become historians as they analyze the official March on Washington organizing manual that was published prior to the demonstration. Then they will take a gallery walk to analyze historical images from the demonstration. Students will answer critical thinking questions throughout the activity and complete a final reflection. This resource is set up in an easy-to-print format to save you time.Primary Source Analysis:There is no better way
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6th - 8th
The Roaring Twenties: Introductory Article (Magazine Format Reading)
If you are looking for an overview of the Roaring Twenties, this 4-page magazine format article will not only allow your students to practice reading with non-fiction text features, but is high interest and well-rounded.This article is set up similar to a magazine with 4 pages of reading that contain text features (ex. headings, fact boxes). I like to staple the article to form a booklet. Comprehension questions and answer keys are included!The article covers the following content:-What were the
Grades:
5th - 7th
MLK Webquest - Online Distance Learning - Editable in Google Slides
This unique webquest integrates the use of learning how to use Google Slides while also learning about the history of MLK, Jr. Day. Students will learn how to:- create a flyer in Google Slides about MLK- insert and animate text boxes- insert text into a table while learning facts about MLK - crop pictures of MLK into shapes while also citing sources - embed videos in Google Slides of one of MLK Jr.'s infamous speeches- insert word art - create a wordcloudIn addition, a sample flyer is included,
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4th - 9th
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ESL Newcomer MLK Jr Day Reading Passages - Entering & Emerging Writing
Are you on the hunt for a MLK Jr. activity for your ESL Newcomer secondary students that encourages reading? This reading unit includes MLK Jr. themes and stories. Students will read about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Day and his work.Your Students Will:Develop vocabularyAnalyze textApply knowledgePractice speaking and listening skills while completing the activitiesWork on developing writing skillsComplete researchHave the opportunity to expand grammar skills.This unit has A LOT of ready to use ac
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in: ESL Newcomer MLK Jr Day Civil Rights Bundle - Secondary ELL
Los Pollitos Dicen - Spanish and English Reader's Theater
A traditional Latin American children’s song turned into a fun reader’s theater script!
This can be used to teach your students fluency in Spanish, English, or both! Great for Literacy Centers and more!
This set includes:
-Translations in Spanish and English
(3 sets: full color, colored script, and all black & white for easy printing)
-A Reader’s Theater Script for up to 8 readers
(3 sets: full color, colored script, and all black & white for easy printing)
Use it with or witho
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2nd - 12th
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Black History Month Activities for Middle and High School
Bring some vibrant, educational fun into your classroom with these Black History Month activities with our all-in-one activity pack! Perfect for saving time while making learning about important historical figures and events both engaging and memorable for your students. They're perfect for middle and high school students.What's included?Black History Month Bulletin BoardBlack History Month Daily Agenda SlidesBlack History Month Activity PackWhy You'll Love These Black History Month Activities:S
Grades:
6th - 8th
Civil Rights Bingo Game - Print and Digital Versions
Printable PDF and digital Google Slides™ versions included for home learning and play. Civil Rights Bingo is a great way to learn about the civil rights movement in American history including the rights of African Americans, women, and the disabled. Great for Black History Month.--- RESOURCE DETAILS ---You're covered for both home and school with a printable PDF version as well as a digital Google Slides™ version. The civil rights movement is important in U.S. history whether it be the rights of
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Holidays Bingo Games Bundle
Mayan Literature - The Popul Vuh
Students will have the opportunity to engage with one of the most enduring works of ancient Mesoamerican literature, the Popul Vuh. The Popul Vuh captures unique aspects of Maya culture, mythology, and understanding of the universe. This assignment allows students to examine primary source material and ask though-provoking questions about the text.
Aztec
Maya
Mayan
Olmec
Inca
Toltec
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Setting
Rising action
Ancient Civilizations
Ancient History
American History
America
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6th - 12th
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Martin Luther King Jr Color By Number Middle School Math MLK DAY Black History
This NO PREP fun and engaging Martin Luther King Jr. Color By Number is a perfect way to honor MLK while reinforcing key math skills in your middle school math class. This is great for Black History Month or MLK Day!Includes 4 Versions:1. 6th Grade Math - Adding IntegersAs 6th graders solve integer addition problems, they'll reveal a vibrant portrait of MLK Jr.2. 7th/8th Grade Math - Mixed SkillsAs your 7th and 8th grades solve a variety of math problems, they'll learn fascinating facts about ML
Grades:
6th - 8th
Also included in: Black History Month Math Activities for Middle and High School
Career Activities for February Black History Month 2024
Career activities enable students recognize and categorize contributions of notable African Americans while inspiring them to pursue similar careers and feats. Use as a Black History Month, career exploration, sub day, or homeroom activity for CTE, vocational, career exploration, life skills, history, and business students. Updated in January 2023.Contains 6 print-and-go PDF pages plus answer keys.For an alternative digital version to be completed by students on a device:Click on the "Open in Ea
Grades:
7th - 11th
Also included in: Seasonal and Holiday Career Activities Bundle SAVE 37%
ESL Newcomer MLK Jr Day Civil Rights Bundle - Secondary ELL
Do you want to give your Secondary ESL students an engaging resource to get them writing, reading, and learning about Martin Luther King Jr Day and the Civil Rights Movement? The resource comes with plenty of activities to work on developing skills. Students will learn about the 1950s and what that looked like in the United States.Your Students Will:Develop vocabularyAnalyze textApply knowledgePractice speaking and listening skills while completing the activitiesWork on developing writing skills
Grades:
5th - 12th
Bundle: Quinceañeras for Spanish Class
Bundle and save! This bundle includes FOUR of my products about Quinceañeras in one product. Included in this bundle are:1. Quinceañeras: Reading and Substitute PlanThis reading a good emergency substitute plan to keep handy. It includes three articles on Quinceañeras as well as comprehension questions following each article. The articles are written in English, so any level of Spanish can use it. Also included is a crossword puzzle featuring some of the terms from the articles and a key.2. All
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7th - 12th
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Civil Rights: The Little Rock Nine Accounts SOCIAL ISSUES JUSTICE RL RI 5.6
The Little Rock nine are famous for having helped integrate schools in Little Rock, Arkansas. Not only will these sheets provide historical background surrounding this topic, but the multiple accounts will allow your students to take note of similarities and differences within the accounts, understand the perspectives of each account, and make inferences about what is said in the accounts.
Grades:
4th - 7th
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