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U.S. History projects for Microsoft PowerPoint
Native American Craft: Family Totem Pole Project
Family Totem Pole Social Studies Project:This family totem pole project is a great way for students to understand that totem poles are monuments created by First Nations of the Pacific Northwest to represent and commemorate ancestry, history, people, or events. Project steps:1. Students read about the totem pole symbols used by the Pacific Northwest Native Americans.2. The students choose totem pole symbols from the list provided that represent their family members. Please note that this is not
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3rd - 5th
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Quilt Codes of the Underground Railroad
This power point presentation by Debra Bays tells the story of the role of quilt blocks in the journey north along the Underground Railroad. Often times, slaves were prepared for their journey North by using a quilt sampler to instruct about what tools to accompany them on the journey; crossroads and which path to take; maps and what clues to look for when seeking the right route to take; and which homes or churches were friends and could provide food, shelter and clothing. This presentation is
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Personal Timeline Project Editable
This is an editable personal timeline project. Students create a timeline all about their life past to present. They can include pictures or draw pictures of themselves along with all the information about special events in their life. I like to hang these in my classroom or in the hall to showcase our students!**This is a PowerPoint file so you will need PowerPoint in order to edit the file.**Included in this resource:- 2 letters to parents (a prewritten one where you can sign your name and
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2nd - 4th
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Republic of Texas Bundle with Lesson Plans - Texas History Activities
The Republic of Texas may have been short-lived, but that doesn't mean you can breeze over it when teaching Texas History. Don't worry, this unit can do the heavy lifting for you!What is different about this resource?This resource is based on the 4th grade TEKS and comes with suggested lesson plans you can copy and paste into your plan book. This way, you are sure to cover exactly what is needed without adding to your workload with a ton of prep!Standards:4.3 History. The student understands the
Grades:
4th
Frontier Texas Bundle - Cattle, Cotton, and Railroad - Texas Frontier History
This bundle based on Frontier Texas during the era of cattle drives is made up of products that can be found separately in the Teaching in the Fast Lane store. *Updated to include unit lesson plans, word wall cards, and an assessment only available in this bundle.*Please click on the links below to check out a full preview of each item included. Products included in this bundle are:Cause and Effect QuizDesign Your Own Cattle Brand Activity Famous Cattlemen Research Poster ProjectFrontier Texas P
Grades:
4th
13 Colonies Lessons and Activities - US History - American Colonization Bundle
Are you ready for your 13 Colonies Unit? Never fear, this Colonization of North America bundle is here! Everything you need to teach an engaging and rigorous unit on the 13 Colonies is included and ready to go.--------------------------------------------------------------What is different about this 13 Colonies Bundle?This resource is based on the 5th grade TEKS and comes with suggested lesson plans you can copy and paste into your plan book. This way, you are sure to cover exactly what is neede
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5th
September 11 Terrorist Attacks Bundle: 3 Resources for the Tragedy of 9 11
In this engaging and hands-on bundle, you receive three outstanding resources to teach the 9 11 terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001. In this bundle, you receive:1.) September 11th Terrorist Attacks: PowerPoint / Guided Notes Timeline for 9/11!2.) The Falling Man: Remembering September 9/11: Image, Video Analysis, & Reflection3.) The September 11th Tragedy from the Civilian's Perspective: Graffiti Project
Grades:
7th - 10th
Pop Art Shoes (Andy Warhol) Art Project & Presentation
Pop Art Shoes (Andy Warhol)Art project and presentation of my Pop Art Shoes lesson. I teach this lesson to my 4th graders and they enjoy learning about Andy Warhol and they absolutely LOVE getting to draw their own shoe! Students will learn how to draw their own shoes by breaking it down into simple shapes and how to color copies of their drawing using various color schemes. I would recommend this exciting art project for grades 4th and up. I'm here to make your life easier with ready-made, vi
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4th - 12th
Also included in: Pop Art Shoes & Pop Art Word Collages BUNDLE
Controversial Issues: Class Debates for U.S. Government and History Classes
Looking for a way to engage your students in meaningful classroom debates? This product includes 55 total debate prompts (30 that address U.S. Government controversial issues and 25 that address historical U.S. debates). These are designed to be informal classroom debates that allow students to first, individually consider each prompt and choose a side; second, collaborate with their peers and form arguments to support their views; and third, to engage in an informal debate with their classmates
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Civil Rights Movement Powerpoint
30 Slides to help you teach this important period of American History
Topics Included:
Montgomery Bus Boycott
Segregation
Integration
Armed forces integration
Sit-ins
Civil Rights Leaders: Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, Rosa Parks, Booker T. Washington, Jesse Jackson, Thurgood Marshall
Tuskegee Institute
March on Washington
Seperate but Equal
Brown vs. Board of Education
Little Rock Nine
John F. Kennedy
Civil Rights Act
Lyndon Johnson
NAACP
Check out the preview file for an "at a glance"
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Civil War & Reconstruction Unit Bundle
Includes:7 PowerPoint Presentations-Life in Slavery-Resisting Slavery-Balancing Act: Compromises over Slavery-A Nation Divided-North vs. South: Strengths and Weaknesses-Fighting the War-Reconstruction11 Pages of Student Infographic Style Notes Sheets3 Vocabulary Assignments3 Extension (Reach) AssignmentsCivil War Amazing Race Review GameMajor Battles of the Civil War Fact Cards and MapMapping the Civil WarEvents Leading to the Civil War Fact CardsComparing Sides Civil War Accordion Book Project
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Grades:
5th - 12th
Annexation of Texas Bundle with Lesson Plans - 4th Grade TX History Activities
Are you looking for an engaging way to teach your students all about the annexation of Texas by the United States? This unit bundle includes a PowerPoint, Task Cards, Interactive Notebook activities, and a student activity along with complete lesson plans to meet the 4th grade TEKS!Full previews of each resource can be found at the links below. *Updated to include unit lesson plans, word wall cards, and an assessment only available in this bundle.*Included in this bundle:Annexation of Texas Powe
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4th
A Biography Study of Famous Americans
Get ready to dive into the world of biographies! This 42-page packet consists of tons of goodies for studying Famous Americans - biography style!
The following pages are included in this great resource:
-Title Page
-Table of Contents
-General Overview on how to make the most of this unit
-Parent Letter
-2-page list of Famous Americans
-Top Choice sheet for narrowing down which person the student chooses to focus on
-Class List of Famous Americans to help you keep track of who has who
-Website
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1st - 6th
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**EDITABLE** Social Studies Choice Boards - Set B
There are a total of 3 choice boards each with 9 choice options. The activities range in difficulty from easy to complex. PowerPoint for easy editing to fit your classroom and students. Great for differentiation and early finishers!Topics Include:American RevolutionGeographyEconomicsWestward ExpansionConstitutionGovernmentAbolitionistsSuffrageCivil WarReconstructionYou may also be interested in these other social studies choice boards:Social Studies Choice Boards - Set ASave $1 when you buy the
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: **EDITABLE** Social Studies Choice Boards BUNDLE
Harlem Renaissance Introduction Presentation with Poet Presentations and Essay
Enhance your Harlem Renaissance unit and engage your high school ELA students with these Harlem Renaissance PowerPoint presentation lessons introducing the era and prominent writers, musicians, artists and activists. Additional presentations for poets, Hughes, Cullen, Bontemps, McCay, and Toomer and writer, Hurston. An essay activity allows you to assess students' understanding and further spark their curiosity. No-prep.INTRODUCTION POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONThe Great Migration including photos an
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10th - 12th
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Westward Expansion Complete Unit (PPT, Notes, Hmk, Tests, Classwork, Projects)
This is for a WHOLE unit on Westward Expansion I sell the items individually (see my store to see examples of the assignment and Power Point that you would be purchasing), however, this is a highly discounted price since it is a large bundle. Make sure you do not purchase my Power Point separately because the same PowerPoint is posted here are well. This has everything you will need to teach The Westward Expansion Unit. In my Westward Expansion Unit I included the following main topics:Louisia
Grades:
7th - 11th
Mini Black History Research Project - Notable Musician Presentation
Quick mini-research Black History Month project to highlight notable African American musiciansPRODUCT DESCRIPTION: • Over 50 names of notable musicians to research! • Super quick project to incorporate Black History into your classroom!• Assign in Google Classroom or Apple Classroom!Time is something that teachers never have enough of! This is a quick and easy mini-research project for students to present information on notable African American musicians. Students will learn about musicians tha
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3rd - 9th
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Progressive Era Project
With the Progressive Era and Gilded Age Project - the Quick and Easy Newspaper, you skip the lecture. Introduce your students to the Progressive Era through this quick and easy newspaper project. Students take on the role of reporters to get the scoop on the Progressive Era. Students create cover stories, political cartoons, editorials and more. What is prohibition? Who were the Muckrakers? This resource includes:Informational texts on topics listed belowStudent guide3 graphic organizersT
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Progressive Era and Gilded Age Curriculum Unit Bundle
WW1 COMPLETE Unit (PPT, Notes, Hmk, Tests, Classwork, Projects, Warm Ups., etc)
This is for a WHOLE unit on World War 1. I sell the items individually (see my store to see examples of the assignment and Power Point that you would be purchasing), however, this is a highly discounted price since it is a large bundle.
This has everything you will need to teach WW1 from the start of the war to the end including tests and homework. I have used this with Middle and High school students and it works great for both levels. There is also a typed up Unit Plan for this unit so you
Grades:
7th - 10th
California Landmark Research Project
Engage your students in learning about California history with this research project. Your students will conduct research on their chosen California landmark, create a PowerPoint about the landmark, create a physical project (a diorama, a travel poster, or a commemorative stamp), and give a short verbal presentation on their research.This is a perfect end-of-the-year or Open House project. Students will be excited to learn more about California, while also exercising their creativity with the ph
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4th
Also included in: California History Research Bundle: Landmarks and State Symbols
Roaring 20s Project 1920s Inventions Technology
Investigate the fascinating inventions of the Roaring 1920s with this student-centered advertisement project. Students research eskimo pies, penicillin and more and then use their persuasive skills to create advertisements for the consumerism focused era of the 1920s.Included in this resource:- Student directions- Option for radio advertisement- Option for magazine advertisement- Teacher's guidelines- Editable rubricMust have resources for the 1920s and the Harlem Renaissance:- Roaring 20s inte
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: US History Gilded Age through Cold War Curriculum Bundle
Texas History Age of Contact and Spanish Missions Lessons
Use this TEKS based Texas History curriculum to teach your units on the Age of Contact and the establishment of Spanish mission presidio settlements in Texas. This bundle includes: PowerPoints (editable), guided notes, vocabulary, map activities, research assignments, writing prompts, charts, primary source analysis worksheets, a digital project, and more! Topics covered in this bundle: motivations for European exploration, Columbian exchange, Columbus, Pineda, Cabeza de Vaca, Coronado, La Salle
Grades:
4th - 8th
WW2 and Holocaust Complete Unit (PPT, Notes, Hmk, Tests, Classwork, Projects)
This is for a WHOLE unit on World War 2 and Holocaust. I sell the items individually (see my store to see examples of the assignment that you would be purchasing), however, this is a highly discounted price since it is a large bundle. This has everything you will need to teach WW2 from the start of the war to the end including tests and homework. I have used this with Middle and High school students and it works great for both levels. There is a Unit Plan that lays out the 20 day unit (based on
Grades:
7th - 12th
Bundled Mini-Unit: Immigration and Industrialization in 19th Century America
For any class on United States history, this mini-unit is an excellent means of discussing life in the North during the mid-1800s and early 1900s.The resource includes the following:● A PowerPoint that addresses pay and working conditions in early factories, the prevalence of child labor, and the growth of labor unions. The presentation includes a section on the fire at the Triangle Shirtwaist Company in March 1911.● Two political cartoons, Welcome to All and Uncle Sam's Lodging House. These c
Grades:
7th - 12th
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