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Common Core WHST.6-8.1c research
Titanic Disaster Close Reading & Informational Writing Bundle | 5th & 6th Grade
An informational writing unit and close reading activities about the Titanic disaster of 1912. The bundle has four separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade and sixth grade.Included in the Informational Writing Unit:Four fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into paragraphsWriting templates for four draft paragraphsA prompt sheet for students to write their introductionA template for students to write up their neat informational textA crossword puzzle and wordsear
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5th - 6th
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Monthly Current Event Assignment
Have your students become world class news reporters and stay current on events with this monthly project!! This is one of my students' favorite assignments and they enjoy presenting their research to the class throughout the year. I tend to get too many request to do current events and have to limit them as progress through the curriculum. This assignment also astonishes parents, because their student becomes mini-experts on the specific topic that they choose. This project is successful becau
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Holocaust Close Reading & Informational Writing Bundle | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
An informational writing unit and close reading activities about World War 2 that looks into the Holocaust, where six million Jewish people were murdered. The bundle focuses on key facts about the Holocaust, from the rise of Nazi Germany to the eventual liberation of the camps in 1945. The bundle has four separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade and sixth grade.Included in the Informational Writing Unit:Four fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into paragraphsWr
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5th - 7th
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Histories Mysteries The Lost Colony of Roanoke
History is full of unsolved mysteries, and who doesn’t love a good mystery? This packet is one of a growing collection of engaging inquiry-based learning adventures for your students. In each packet, students will investigate a mystery from history and try to solve the case! This investigation requires your history detectives to return to the year 1590 along the coast of what is now North Carolina. They will explore the history of one of the original colonies of the new world. Their miss
Greek Mythology Research Google Slides: Distance Learning
Greek God or Goddess Research Google Slides✧ Google Slides Research projects are a perfect independent activity to give your students to complete while they are at home.✧ These slides encourage creativity, reflection, and collaboration between peers using online resources.✧ Students can insert their own drawings, hyperlink, or insert images from the internet.Greek Mythology Research Google Slides Contents:-Title Page-Instructions-2 pages of research-Quick Facts-Special Abilities-Weaknesses-Appea
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6th - 12th
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Thomas Jefferson Hero or Hype? U.S. History Body Biography Poster Project
Based on his accomplishments, was Thomas Jefferson an American hero, or is it hype? Students decide! This fun, student-centered, full-body biography project is skill and content-based. Students read, write, and support claims with evidence in a creative biography project format.Here's what's included:1. Teacher Instructions2. An Instructional Slide Show that explains each requirement3. A Thomas Jefferson 2-page Google Doc Reading. The reading can be read to students via Google and easily transla
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5th - 9th
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Ancient Egypt's Greatest Leader Opinion Writing Unit | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
A discussion writing unit allowing children to research, discuss and write about who was the greatest Ancient Egyptian leader: Cleopatra, Tutankhamun or Ramesses II. The unit has been split into four separate lessons which and is perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Included in this PDF printable resource:Three informational texts about the individual leaders A fact sheet to record key facts about the famous figuresTwo prompt sheets for students to write an introduction and a conc
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5th - 6th
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Also included in: Ancient Egypt Mega Bundle of Activities | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
Charlemagne Hero or Hype? Medieval Europe Body Biography Poster Project
King Charlemagne was one of the most popular royalties of his time, but based on his accomplishments, was Charlemagne a hero, or is it hype? Students decide! This fun, student-centered, full-body biography project is skill and content-based. Students read, write, and support claims with evidence in a creative biography project format.Here's what's included:1. Teacher Instructions2. An Instructional Slide Show that explains each requirement3. A King Charlemagne 2-page Google Doc Reading. The read
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5th - 9th
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Christmas Around the World Close Reading & Writing Bundle 5th & 6th Grade
An informational writing unit and close reading activities about the traditions of Christmas around the world. The bundle has four separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade and sixth grade.Included in the Informational Writing Unit:Four fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into paragraphsWriting templates for four draft paragraphsA prompt sheet for students to write their introductionA template for students to write up their neat informational textIncluded in the
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5th - 6th
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World War 2 Leaders Opinion Writing Unit | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
A discussion writing unit allowing students to research, discuss and write about who was the most influential Allied leader of World War 2: Winston Churchill, Joseph Stalin and Franklin Roosevelt. The unit has been split into four separate lessons which and is perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade.Included in this PDF printable resource:Three informational texts about the individual leadersA fact sheet to record key facts about the famous figuresTwo prompt sheets for students to wri
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: World War II Mega Bundle of Activities | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
Bias Detectives: The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire Cross-Curricular Unit!
Welcome to Bias Detectives! This thematic unit is centered around the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire that occurred on March 25, 1911. In this unit, your students will immerse themselves in life from the 1910s, and examine first-hand primary sources, newspaper excerpts, and speeches that led to the reform of worker's rights and factory safety, and eventually the birth of OSHA many years later! All of these resources will help your detect the bias and argue whether the negligent building owners
Grades:
5th - 9th
Great Depression Close Reading & Informational Writing Bundle | 5th & 6th Grade
An informational writing unit and close reading activities about the worldwide economic disaster of the 1930s - The Great Depression. The bundle has four separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade and sixth grade.Included in the Informational Writing Unit:Four fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into paragraphsWriting templates for four draft paragraphsA prompt sheet for students to write their introductionA template for students to write up their neat informatio
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5th - 6th
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Constellation Research Project
Students select (at random) a constellation to research. I give my students two days in class to research and write the paper, drawing and presentation prep are done at home.Students are responsible for completing a short paper (~250 words), a "star map" (constellation illustration on construction paper) and giving a short presentation on their constellation.Included Materials:1. Teacher Guide2. Constellation Project Cards (PDF)3. Constellation Project Rubric (PDF)4. Constellation Project Rubric
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6th - 9th
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Holocaust Informational Writing Unit | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
An informational writing unit about World War 2 that looks into the Holocaust, where six million Jewish people were murdered. The unit focuses on key facts about the Holocaust, the rise of Nazi Germany, the murders within the camps, and the eventual liberation of the camps in 1945. The unit has been split into three separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade and sixth grade.Included in this PDF printable resource:Four fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into para
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5th - 7th
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Perfect World Argument
Students are challenged to create a perfect world by exploring and deciding on all of the elements that make up a society. They are then writing an argumentative essay to explain why their world is perfect. There is a link to a Canva presentation with pre-set resources for students to use to investigate different aspects of the society to help them decide. On the final page is a link to graphic organizers to help students plot out their information. Included in the handouts are paragraph frams t
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7th - 10th
Confucius Hero or Hype? Ancient China Body Biography Poster Project
We know that Confucius was one of the best teachers of Ancient China, but based on his accomplishments, was he a hero, or is it hype? Students decide! This fun, student-centered, full-body biography project is skill and content-based. Students read, write, and support claims with evidence in a creative biography project format.Here's what's included:1. Teacher Instructions2. An Instructional Slide Show that explains each requirement3. A Confucius 2-page Google Doc Reading. The reading can be rea
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5th - 9th
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Greatest Children's Author Opinion Writing Unit | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
An opinion writing unit discussing who is the greatest children's author of all time. The unit has been split into four separate lessons which will take students approximately 40-50 minutes each. Included in this PDF printable resource:Three informational texts about the individual authorsA fact sheet to record key facts about the famous authorsTwo prompt sheets for students to write an introduction and a conclusionA template for students to write up their draft and neat textsA ready-made Easel
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5th - 6th
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Aztec Empire Close Reading & Informational Writing Bundle | 5th & 6th Grade
An informational writing unit and close reading activities about the key facts, advancements, religion and famous figures from the Aztec Empire. The bundle has four or five separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade and sixth grade.Included in the Informational Writing Unit:Four fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into paragraphsWriting templates for four draft paragraphsA prompt sheet for students to write their introductionA template for students to write up th
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5th - 6th
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Hernan Cortes Close Reading & Biography Bundle | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
Two great activities that would span five lessons about the famous Spanish conquistador and explorer, Hernán Cortés. Perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. NO PREP is needed!Firstly, there is a close reading activity where children need to read through an informational text, and then answer comprehension and grammar questions, before completing an extension activity. Secondly, there is a biography writing unit which has been split into four separate lessons of reading, sorting and w
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5th - 6th
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Moctezuma II Close Reading & Biography Bundle | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
Two great activities that would span five lessons about the last emperor of the Aztec Empire, who fell to Hernan Cortes and the Spanish Conquistadors, Moctezuma II. Perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. NO PREP is needed!Firstly, there is a close reading activity where children need to read through an informational text, and then answer comprehension and grammar questions, before completing an extension activity. Secondly, there is a biography writing unit which has been split into
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5th - 6th
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Exploring Butter-Making in the 17th Century
Greetings, educators! We've prepared an exciting and hands-on assignment for your students, blending the worlds of science and history. Together, we'll delve into the intriguing realm of butter, examining not only its properties but also uncovering the science and historical context of butter during the 17th century. This assignment promises to impart valuable insights into the butter-making process from both a scientific and historical perspective. Get ready for an immersive journey into the wo
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3rd - 6th
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5-PS1-3
, MS-PS1-4
Halloween Close Reading & Writing Bundle | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
An informational writing unit and close reading activities about the traditions and history of Halloween. The bundle has four separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade and sixth grade.Included in the Informational Writing Unit:Three fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into paragraphsWriting templates for four draft paragraphsA prompt sheet for students to write their introductionA template for students to write up their neat informational textIncluded in the Clo
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5th - 6th
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Aztec Empire Informational Writing Unit | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
An informational writing unit about the Aztec Empire. The unit focuses on key facts about the advances in agriculture, architecture and art; religion within the empire; and the eventual downfall. The unit has been split into three separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade and sixth grade. A crossword puzzle and wordsearch activity also come with the resource to consolidate learning.Included in this PDF printable resource:Four fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort
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5th - 6th
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Most Influential Figure of the Aztec Era Opinion Writing Unit | 5th & 6th Grade
A discussion writing unit allowing children to research, discuss and write about who was the most influential figure from the Aztec Era: Itzcoatl, Moctezuma II or Hernán Cortés. The unit has been split into four separate lessons which and is perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Included in this PDF printable resource:Three informational texts about the individual figures A fact sheet to record key facts about each figureTwo prompt sheets for students to write an introduction and a
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5th - 6th
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Also included in: Aztec Empire Mega Bundle of Activities | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
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