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9th grade civics literature circles
The Outsiders - Stereotypes Worksheet
A worksheet to compare through positive and negative stereotypes the difference between the greasers and the Socs in S.E. Hinton's young-adult novel, "The Outsiders".
Expanded topics to also include difference between wealth and poverty, and students are required to apply the concept of stereotypes to their own lives.
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6th - 9th
The Hate U Give - Novel Study
Great book for the 2017 school year!Includes questions, vocabulary/slang and culturally significant people, places, things, technology etc that is applicable to students in 2017 and helps to paint a picture of the type of life this girl leads.This novel would be great for a class dealing with 'tougher' students. It's topical in it covers the 'Black Lives Matter' issues happening across the United States currently and is a very engaging book. Lots of reference to cultural icons and contemporary p
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
The Sun Is Also a Star Novel Study
Now a major motion picture starring Yara Shahidi and Charles Melton! The #1 New York Times bestseller and National Book Award Finalist from the bestselling author of Everything, Everything will have you falling in love with Natasha and Daniel as they fall in love with each other. Summary Natasha is being deported today. She is being deported because her father made a mistake. Because of his mistake, her future is ruined. Daniel is on the path that his parents want. Go to Yale, become a doctor, m
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9th - 12th
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Pres. Barack Obama 2016 Speech at the Democratic Convention-Rhetorical Analysis
This resource includes the Common Core annotated text and marginal notes for President Barack Obama’s Speech at the Democratic National Convention delivered in Philadelphia, PA on July 28, 2016. This resource includes 85 marginal notes aligned to Common Core standards and elements. Reading and annotating informational texts is a critical component of the Common Core State Standards, and analyzing informational texts is a key skill that students will need for college and the jobs of the future. U
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6th - 12th
Reading Comprehension with Questions - Economics, Internationalism, Scarcity
This is a page and half reading that comes with questions based on the reading.This has 8 short answer questions that all come directly from the reading. This reading covers-Scarcity-Internationalism-Globalization-Supply -Demand-Exports-Imports-Commercial
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Maya Angelou Internet Quiz
Multiple choice quiz format. Students use credible internet sources to find answers. Takes anywhere between 15 and 30 minutes to complete, barring technical/computer issues. Quiz is 3 pages and includes an extra credit question. Use your own point system to score this. Answer key included. Works well with contemporary poetry unit, pop lit, and social/cultural studies. A turnkey assignment for a digital learning day.
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
No Taxation without Representation Socratic Circle Lesson Plan
This lesson plan includes a socratic circle with reading passage and questions over the concept of No Taxation without Representation.
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7th - 12th
Freedom of Speech Essay Project
The student will: (1) Activate and build background knowledge about the historical background on First Amendment freedom of speech rights with particular focus on freedom of expression in a public school setting and the Supreme Court decision in Tinker v. Des Moines. (2) Analyze the relevant primary-source documents and identify arguments with varying points of view. (3) Evaluate the arguments for and against freedom of speech and expression in schoolI have made it a priority to emphasize the im
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9th - 12th
Also included in:Â Civics/Economics Full Course Bundle!
Military Intervention Essay Project
I have made it a priority to emphasize the importance of developing critical thinking skills, and strategies that my students can use to become more engaged and active citizens as adults. I want my students to gain experience working with their peers towards common goals and collaborating to solve problems. My students need to be able to communicate clearly and effectively both through writing and public discourse. My students need to be independent knowledge seekers and understand how to find i
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9th - 12th
Also included in:Â Civics/Economics Full Course Bundle!
Ed Roberts Day: Description And Meaning
California’s Ed Roberts Day, is on his birthday, Jan. 23rd, every year. This was voted for unanimously by the California legislature. Plus there is a full explanation of Ed Roberts Day as voted on by the U.S. House of Representatives in a 390--8 vote.  This is an online PDF here by itself and in my Ed Roberts biography..
Ed Roberts worked very deliberately and consciously on behalf of all disabled people. So the day is a day for all disabled people, not just a few and not just Ed.
Any teach
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6th - 9th, Higher Education
Famous Speeches
Questions that engage thinking (and answers) for the following speeches: Luther before the Diet of Worms (1520), Sojourner Truth (1851), King George VI (1939), Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address (1863), Franklin Delano Roosevelt First Inaugural Address (1933), George Washington’s Resignation Speech (1783) Speeches are available free online and most are on audio in YouTube
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7th - 12th
The "Superman Theory" in Dostoevsky's Crime and Punishment Assignment
What is the "superman theory" in Crime and Punishment?Follow these directions to answer the Focus Question.ReadReview information about Russia in the 19th century and about the German philosopher Frederich Nietzsche's "superman theory."ResearchRead a brief biography of Feodor Dostoevsky and a key passage from his novel Crime and Punishment.RespondComplete a chart with examples from Crime and Punishment and write a paragraph explaining the "superman theory" in the excerpt from the novel.
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9th - 12th
Also included in:Â Civics/Economics Individual Projects Bundle
Enough is Enough--Time to Fix our Overpopulated Shelters!
Humane Education, as well as Character Education, is mandated in the State of Florida. But more than that, our county shelters are killing at a rate of 150 animals per WEEK! We need to educate our students the effects of non spaying/neutering has on our animals and shelters.
This hands-on activity ties to the book, It's Raining Cats and Cats by Jeanne Provost. Perfect for grades 1-3 but we have been using the title with our middle school kids for fund raising events.
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
Friends for Freedom Activity Bundle
Friends For Freedom was chosen as one of our 2022 Civics Education Literacy Program (CELP). This product is to be paired with the book as a resource for teachers. We focus on bringing Civics Education into the classroom through literacy!This activity bundle includes 2 versions of word searches, Venn Diagram (multiple versions), and a Read & Respond graphic organizer (multiple versions). We hope you find this resource helpful and to continue to bring in Civics Education into your classroom!
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K - 12th
Cafe Conversation on Democracy
These are questions for a cafe conversation on democracy. Cut out the questions in the document and tape/glue down onto a posterboard. Each group should get a question for 3-5 minutes. After the allotted time, the posters are rotated; every group should answer the question or add to a previous comment. After the final rotation, you may have each group share the most insightful comments or interesting ideas.
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9th - 12th
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Zayn Malik One Direction and SocioEconomics
One of the most Successful and Popular Boy Bands, One Direction, lost a member - Zayn Malik. This event can be used in class to discuss the relevance of SocioEconomics on the Music Industry and a fun, engaging way to get Students introduced to how SocioEconomics can be applied to their everyday lives.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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