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8th grade social studies research on sale
Pearl Harbor Day Activities (December 7)
Looking for a comprehensive resource to teach your students about the significance of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day on December 7th? This resource includes a 2-page reading passage that covers the events leading up to the attack, the attack itself, and its aftermath.To ensure comprehension and understanding, we've also included a set of reading comprehension questions that will challenge your students to think critically and engage with the material. And to encourage deeper analysis and compariso
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5th - 8th
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Geography: Central and South America Scavenger Hunt Intro Activity (Easel)
This lesson is easy enough for 5th graders to understand yet works well with students up to grade 12. Modifications can be made as needed. Get the Scavenger Hunt Bundle and Save HereStudents will find this scavenger hunt on Central and South America both fun and motivating, It will encourage students to examine the physical, political, economic, and cultural characteristics of Central and South America. This is the perfect introductory activity to begin your unit.For this activity, provide each
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: NEW! Geography Scavenger Hunt Bundle + 2 Freebies
Current Events Choice Board
Go beyond the typical paragraph summary for current events reports! Allow your students 12 different choices to help them practice key reading skills! Included in this product:*Choice Board*Current Events Sheets: *W5+R*5 Senses*Create a Comic Strip*Fact & Opinion*Pop Quiz and Answer Key Sheet*Letter to the Editor*Summary Sheet*News Segment*Interview with a Witness*Newspaper Headline*Concept WebCopyright © To The Square Inch LLCAll rights reserved by the author.Permission to copy for single c
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4th - 8th
Africa Geography, Solving Environmental Issues In Africa (Easel Included)
Through this problem-solving activity, students will enjoy and learn about Africa's environmental problems and issues, while developing higher-level thinking skills. This activity is centered around students, working in cooperative teams of two, to identify environmental issues and solutions to the issues that lead to the wide-spread poverty concerns throughout Africa. This was used with middle school students of various learning abilities.INCLUDESDetailed Teacher Instructions Optional links to
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6th - 12th
Also included in: Build A Bundle for Georgianne B
Interview a Veteran for Veterans Day, Memorial Day, DISTANCE LEARNING
Want your students to understand the importance of showing our veterans the appreciation and respect that they so greatly deserve? Interviewing a veteran about his/her experiences in military service is one of the best ways to cultivate within our students this sense of appreciation and respect for our veterans. Included in this interview form are twenty questions, as well as a page of helpful tips to consider when conducting an interview with a veteran.Your students may use this interview for
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3rd - 8th
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Animal Behavior Research DIGITAL Activity
Provided is the link for the Google Slides document to share with your students. Students will be able to force a copy of the Slides into their Google Drive, so everyone can edit their own document. This ONLINE GOOGLE SLIDES document is on Animal Behavior Research. Students are given 20 different animals; such as Drone flies, widow birds, and dolphins taking care of the injured, and will conduct research on the animal’s behavior. Out of twenty different animal behaviors, students will choose 5
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7th - 12th
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Abolitionist Trading Card Project
For this unique learning project, students will have the opportunity to explore & investigate 1 (or more!) abolitionist from the pre-Civil War Era of United States History. Students will create a 'trading cards' that should provide the following:Name Birth/DeathLocationOccupation5 Important Facts (students should provide source of information)Also included is a 'teacher sample' trading card so that students understand the expected quality and level of work. Students should cut out the fron
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Historical Figures Trading Card Project Bundle
"The Indian Act" Research Project
Students are to research Canada's Indian Act and the legacies of imperialism still felt in the country today, thanks to the laws and agreements the act enforced. Basic background included with some images, and mind maps to complete on the following specific laws within the Indian Act:* Denied First Nations the Right to Vote* Created and enforced attendance at residential schools* Created reserves* Denied Indigenous woman status* Prohibited Traditional Ceremonies and PotlatchesIn each category st
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8th - 12th
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Four Handouts on Hamas in the Gaza Strip, Iran and Hezbollah
11-page Middle East Geopolitics Bundle. Looking for a wealth of information related to the 2023-24 Israel Hamas War in Palestine's Gaza Strip? Check out these 3 handouts plus an additional free one.Handout 1: Understanding Hamas: History, Actions, and ImpactAfter Hamas's attack on Israel in October 2023, it's essential for students to understand who Hamas is and its implications for the Middle East. This handout offers a thorough exploration of Hamas, from its founding during the First Intifada
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6th - 12th
FLIPBOOKS SET : José M. Hernández - Latino & Hispanic Heritage
This Flip books Set is to supplement your biography lessons, research reports, and unit studies into the important, interesting, and famous figures of history and the modern age! Great activity to add to your lessons or do as a project.José Moreno Hernández is an American engineer and former NASA astronaut. Hernández became the first hispanic in space when assigned to the crew of Space Shuttle mission STS-128. He also served as chief of the Materials and Processes branch of Johnson Space Center.
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K - 8th
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FLIPBOOKS Bundle : Flip book - Sandra Day O'Connor
Sandra Day O'Connor was the first woman appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court. She was appointed by President Ronald Reagan in 1981 and served for 24 years.
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*3 PDF FILES - 3 Flipbooks
* Varieties to fit different levels
* Clean layout and fonts
<< TYPE 1 >>
* for older or more advanced students
* for projects with more research
* side cascading style
PAGES:
1. BIRTH - When and where was she born?
Where did she grow up?
2. EDUCATION - Where did she go to school? Wha
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1st - 8th
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South Carolina Bundle--South Carolina ABC Book and Physical Map Research Project
This is a South Carolina themed project bundle, and includes two social studies research projects at a 20% off discounted price.You will receive:South Carolina ABC Book Research Project--Digital and Paper-BasedSouth Carolina State Physical Map Research ProjectYou may also be interested in these items from my store:ALABAMA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTALASKA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTARIZONA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTARKANSAS STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTCALIFORNIA S
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4th - 12th
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Summer Road Trip Planning -- Integrating Math, Geography, and Technology
It's never too early to start thinking about summer vacation! This 25-page Summer Road Trip Planning template integrates math and technology with geography and has everything you need prosper research methods, creativity, and critical thinking skills!This listing is a digital template that uses Canva, a free, easy-to-use website. The template includes a printable student activities packet to guide your students through the research and planning process. All pieces are editable in your internet
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5th - 8th
Who's Who on the Titanic Ship's Log Class Research Project
With this project, students will research a noteworthy passenger that sailed aboard the Titanic, and create an informational page for a class book.
I also included a page that can be passed out if you would like to add an additional element of fun to this project by having students dress up like their Revolutionary War figure when presenting their informational sheet to the class.
Purchase includes: Student project directions, Dress-Up directions sheet, Research organizer planning sheet, 24 p
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3rd - 9th
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Maine Bundle--Maine ABC Book and Physical Map Research Projects
This is a Maine themed project bundle, and includes two social studies research projects at a 20% off discounted price.You will receive:Maine ABC Book Research Project--Digital and Paper-BasedMaine State Physical Map Research ProjectYou may also be interested in these items from my store:ALABAMA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTALASKA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTARIZONA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTARKANSAS STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTCALIFORNIA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH
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3rd - 12th
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The Seven Wonders of the World Research Booklets - Non-Fiction Research Projects
Make the Seven Wonders of the World research easy with these simple, research booklets/flip books!These Seven Wonders of the World research booklets/flip books are perfect to support students as they learn how to research information and write in informative or explanatory forms.The PDF document contains covers (The Great Wall of China, The Colosseum, The Taj Mahal, Christ the Redeemer, Machu Picchu, Chichén Itzá, and Petra) and pages. These research projects can be completed individually, in pa
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3rd - 8th
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Utah Bundle--Utah ABC Book and Physical Map Research Project
This is a Utah themed project bundle, and includes two social studies research projects at a 20% off discounted price.You will receive:Utah ABC Book Research Project--Digital and Paper-BasedUtah State Physical Map Research ProjectYou may also be interested in these items from my store:ALABAMA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTALASKA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTARIZONA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTARKANSAS STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTCALIFORNIA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PRO
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4th - 12th
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West Virginia Bundle--West Virginia ABC Book and Physical Map Research Project
This is a West Virginia themed project bundle, and includes two social studies research projects at a 20% off discounted price.You will receive:West Virginia ABC Book Research Project--Digital and Paper-BasedWest Virginia State Physical Map Research ProjectYou may also be interested in these items from my store:ALABAMA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTALASKA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTARIZONA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTARKANSAS STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTCALIFORNIA STAT
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4th - 12th
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Vermont Bundle--Vermont ABC Book and Physical Map Research Project
This is a Vermont themed project bundle, and includes two social studies research projects at a 20% off discounted price.You will receive:Vermont ABC Book Research Project--Digital and Paper-BasedVermont State Physical Map Research ProjectYou may also be interested in these items from my store:ALABAMA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTALASKA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTARIZONA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTARKANSAS STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTCALIFORNIA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RES
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4th - 12th
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Tennessee Bundle--Tennessee ABC Book and Physical Map Research Project
This is a Tennessee themed project bundle, and includes two social studies research projects at a 20% off discounted price.You will receive:Tennessee ABC Book Research Project--Digital and Paper-BasedTennessee State Physical Map Research ProjectYou may also be interested in these items from my store:ALABAMA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTALASKA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTARIZONA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTARKANSAS STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTCALIFORNIA STATE PHYSICAL M
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4th - 12th
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South Dakota Bundle--South Dakota ABC Book and Physical Map Research Project
This is a South Dakota themed project bundle, and includes two social studies research projects at a 20% off discounted price.You will receive:South Dakota ABC Book Research Project--Digital and Paper-BasedSouth Dakota State Physical Map Research ProjectYou may also be interested in these items from my store:ALABAMA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTALASKA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTARIZONA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTARKANSAS STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTCALIFORNIA STATE P
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4th - 12th
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Rhode Island Bundle--Rhode Island ABC Book and Physical Map Research Projects
This is a Rhode Island themed project bundle, and includes two social studies research projects at a 20% off discounted price.You will receive:Rhode Island ABC Book Research Project--Digital and Paper-BasedRhode Island State Physical Map Research ProjectYou may also be interested in these items from my store:ALABAMA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTALASKA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTARIZONA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTARKANSAS STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTCALIFORNIA STATE P
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4th - 12th
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Pennsylvania Bundle--Pennsylvania ABC Book and Physical Map Research Projects
This is a Pennsylvania themed project bundle, and includes two social studies research projects at a 20% off discounted price.You will receive:Pennsylvania ABC Book Research Project--Digital and Paper-BasedPennsylvania State Physical Map Research ProjectYou may also be interested in these items from my store:ALABAMA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTALASKA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTARIZONA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTARKANSAS STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTCALIFORNIA STATE P
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4th - 12th
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Oregon Bundle--Oregon ABC Book and Physical Map Research Projects
This is a Oregon themed project bundle, and includes two social studies research projects at a 20% off discounted price.You will receive:Oregon ABC Book Research Project--Digital and Paper-BasedOregon State Physical Map Research ProjectYou may also be interested in these items from my store:ALABAMA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTALASKA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTARIZONA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTARKANSAS STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEARCH PROJECTCALIFORNIA STATE PHYSICAL MAP RESEAR
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4th - 12th
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