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Free world history literature circles
FREE Frida Kahlo & Diego Rivera Reading Passage
This is a one-page, child-friendly reading passage on the famous Mexican couple. It now includes the reading comprehension questions and answer key like the ones I have in all of my reading passages. They are a sample of my larger packet, Frida Kahlo & Diego Rivera Activity Pages. Young students can read about the two artists and then color in the couple. Easel activity coming soon.---Copyright Monica Olivera, 2022 Follow me on...TPT Store | My Blog | Facebook | Instagram
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2nd - 4th
Day of the Dead Close Read
Reading passage with vocabulary and comprehension questions.
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K - 2nd
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The Olympics: Read and Retell- FREE
This product shared with permission from the International Olympic Committee.
This product was designed to teach my ESOL students about the Olympics from ancient to modern times.
Students read an article, identify key words, and then use those key words to re-tell the article to a partner and write a short summary. There are three leveled readings from 660 lexile to 800 lexile. Also included is a compare/contrast activity that helps students compare and contrast the ancient Greek Olympics wit
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3rd - 5th
Historical Fiction Novel / Roll & Chat / ELA Small group activity
Get your students discussing their historical fiction novels with this easy to use roll and chat activity! This activity can be used in several small groups at one time or works great as a station option. For this activity you will need a die. Foam die, paper die, game die, whatever you have! You can display the roll and chat chart up on the board for every student to see or print out the document for each group to have.As the students roll a number, they are to answer the question that goes alo
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4th - 7th
Star of Fear, Star of Hope Activity Packet
"Star of Fear, Star of Hope" is a children's book written by Jo Hoestlandt and illustrated by Johanna Kang. The book is set during World War II and tells the story of a young Jewish girl named Helen who is forced to flee her home with her family as the Nazis invade her town. The story follows Helen's journey as she is separated from her family and taken to a concentration camp. Despite the harsh circumstances, Helen finds hope and comfort in her friendship with a fellow prisoner, a young girl na
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5th - 8th
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Presidents Day Reading Comprehension Craft Poetry Project
Elevate your 4th grade Presidents' Day celebrations with this comprehensive Presidents' Day informational reading, comprehension questions, poetry writing, & art project!This engaging educational resource seamlessly blends history, literacy, and creativity, offering a dynamic learning experience that will leave a lasting impact.In this resource knowledge meets creativity, and students embark on an educational journey filled with insights, artistry, and patriotic pride. This is a print and g
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4th - 6th
The ILIAD by Homer - book study and activities FREE SAMPLE
A sample - full free resources for chapter 1. This includes:10 open questionsMultiple sets of 5 questions on the themes Multiple sets of 5 questions on the characters 10 inference questions and possible response10 critical thinking questions and possible responsesIn addition to this:a summary of the chaptera list of the keywords and their meanings in this chapterdescription about the themesdescription about the characters All files in word format for easy editingAll answers are included.Buy the
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Itinerary for China - Literacy and Numeracy Aligned
This task asks students to develop a Travel Brochure to China. All tasks are literacy and numeracy aligned.
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2nd - 12th
Literacy & History
History cannot be understood without analytical, scaffolded reading skills. Use these prompts to teach both history and literacy.
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6th - 12th
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Holocaust Survivor Dedication Poem Elementary
A dedication to Holocaust Survivor, Maud Dame, written by Caren Fahey and illustrated by Carmen Leander. Recommended for elementary age students learning about the Holocaust.
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2nd - 5th
Boxes for Katje: Activities & Summary
The story in the picture book Boxes for Katje presents a wonderful example of sharing and generosity. Activities enhance the learning -- and make it fun!This book is readily available from libraries and from www.amazon.com. A summary of Boxes for Katje is provided in this free item, so you will be able to use the activities even if you don't have a copy of the book. MORE RESOURCES to USE at CHRISTMAS TIME:Free products for beginning readers:Christmas Activities for Snowshoe ThompsonActivities
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K - 5th
Harmony Day - A Picture Book List - 15 Picture Books To Support
Education Australia are firm believers in learning through literature. There are many wonderful picture books available to support various topics taught in our schools but sometimes it is difficult for teachers to find these support materials, especially when new titles are released that they may not be aware of. This resource is a three page PDF document with a list of 15 picture books that support Harmony Day. Education Australia has other resources available for purchase. Follow us on TPT to
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2nd - 5th
Boccaccio: The Decameron and "The Black Death"
In this short reading from Boccaccio's Decameron, readers will experience the horrifying, firsthand account of the Black Death and its effects on the teenagers of Florence. Boccaccio explains how these teenagers give up hope and embrace a life of pleasure and ease. About the author: The Renaissance writer, humanist, and poet Giovanni Boccaccio was born near Florence in 1313. His most famous work is The Decameron, a collection of one hundred and one stories set against the backdrop of the Black D
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10th - 12th
Animal Farm and the Russian Revolution Allegory Worksheet
As your students read or watch George Orwell's famous novel Animal Farm, take them on a historical journey with this informative and insightful worksheet providing details between the relationship of the famous novel and the consequential Russian Revolution!Check out our store and follow us for hundreds of other great products!
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9th - 12th
Australian Endangered and Extinct Animals - A Picture Book List
Education Australia are firm believers in learning through literature. There are many wonderful picture books available to support various topics taught in our schools but sometimes it is difficult for teachers to find these support materials, especially when new titles are released that they may not be aware of. This resource is a one page PDF document with a list of five picture books that support the teaching of a unit of work on Australian Endangered and Extinct Animals. Education Australia
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1st - 4th
Age of Exploration
This is a literacy circle activity that covers major Spanish and Portuguese explorers as well as other important figures. It contains a lesson plan in MoPTA format with Missouri Learning Standards as well as four worksheets (w/rubrics) for the activity and a slideshow. It includes formative assessment and critical literacy.
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9th - 12th
Hiroshima by Laurence Yep Comprehension Questions by Chapter
Comprehension questions to go with the novel Hiroshima by Laurence Yep. Questions listed by chapter.****100% Editable file****
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4th - 9th
Socratic Seminar - The Real Illuminati
Looking at the major economic and technological leaders of our society. This socratic seminar proposes the idea that these leaders secretly hold more power and influence in our society than even industrialists like Carnegie and J.P. Morgan did in the early 20th century.
Can be used in U.S. History, World History, or Econ
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7th - 12th
ANZAC Day - A Picture Book List - 30 Picture Books To Support
Education Australia are firm believers in learning through literature. There are many wonderful picture books available to support various topics taught in our schools but sometimes it is difficult for teachers to find these support materials, especially when new titles are released that they may not be aware of. This resource is a six page PDF document with a list of 30 picture books that support ANZAC Day. Education Australia has other resources available for purchase. Follow us on TPT to be n
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2nd - 5th
Yue Fei - The River All Red (chinese peom of a warrior)
(lengthen Chinese version)this poem is about the Jingkang incident, where the king of the Song Dynasty and his father were abducted and women of the royal family were taken and raped in the nation Jin.translation of poem:Burning wrath rushed to my crown as the rain dwindle into pitter-pats.Looking skyward, I groaned long and loud as fervour rinsed my blood.These thirty years of merits are nothing but dust.These thousand miles of roadway will lead us to home.Bear in mind to not let your hair whit
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Refugees - A Picture Book List To Support This Topic
Education Australia are firm believers in learning through literature. There are many wonderful picture books available to support various topics taught in our schools but sometimes it is difficult for teachers to find these support materials, especially when new titles are released that they may not be aware of. This resource is a two page PDF document with a list of ten picture books that support the teaching of a unit of work on Refugees. Education Australia has other resources available for
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2nd - 5th
Exploring Poetic Forms: The Pantoum
Explore the ancient history of the pantoum, a poetic form that originated in Malaysia. Read pantoums and work with an outline of the specific pantoum form. Analyze pantoums and finally, cap the lesson by writing your own creative pantoum in the form of an incantation. This is an excellent multi-disciplinary approach to poetry that engages kids on multiple learning levels.
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4th - 6th
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Charlotte Mason History Book List (Grades 1-3)
Keep track of what books are on your radar with this "Charlotte Mason History Book List"!
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1st - 3rd
Circle Reading-Holocaust Diaries
This strategy is demonstrated through the use of Holocaust diaries depicting live in the Ludz ghetto in Poland. However, this strategy can be effectively used through all contents, not solely Social Studies (and not solely Holocaust and Human Behaviors). The reading is also applicable not only to Holocaust, but with a little creativity, maybe Geography, World History, Civics.
Challenge accepted.
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10th - 12th
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