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7th grade Easter world history scripts
Reader's Theater: Aztec, Incan, & Mayan Civilization Myths (intermediate)
Review key elements of the Incan, Mayan, and Aztec ancient civilizations while focusing on differentiation in reading fluency! This reader’s theater set features 3 popular myths/legends from history written on 3 separate reading levels (each with a lexiled reading level) for a total of 9 plays. Each script contains 6-8 parts, making it a perfect activity for centers or leveled guided reading groups with over 20 different characters provided! Modified versions provide support in basic fluency
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Ohio 5th Grade Social Studies Reader's Theater Bundle
Holy Week Readers' Theater Skit Script
This Holy Week readers’ theater script is an informative and worshipful experience for kids and adults. This serious skit features readings of fourteen eyewitness accounts of the events of Holy Week based on what is found in the four gospels. Starting with the events of Palm Sunday, characters like a Jewish traveler, a disciple, Simon the Leper, Judas, James, Peter, Caiaphas, Pilate, a Roman soldier, Simon of Cyrene, John, Joseph of Arimathea, and Mary Magdalene tell listeners what they saw, h
Ancient History Reader's Theater Skit Bundle
Engage your students in opportunities to actively engage with the content you're teaching through skits related to Ancient History! Topics include Early Humans, Mesopotamia, Ancient Egypt, Ancient Israel, Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, Ancient China and the Mayans of Mesoamerica.This bundle includes all of the Ancient History skits available in my shop. Each skit includes parts for multiple students and five discussion questions that you can use to foster class discussions or use as writing promp
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5th - 8th
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Ancient China Reader's Theater Skit - Confucianism, Taoism and Legalism
Ancient History can come alive in your classroom with the Ancient China Reader's Theater Skit! This approximately 15 minute skit will get students moving and acting as they travel back in time to meet famous figures like Confucius and Lao Tzu. Along the way, they'll be learning about the "Three Ways" - Confucianism, Taoism (Daoism) and Legalism. The essential question they'll be answering: How did the "Three Ways" affect the lives of the people in ancient China?
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1. 9
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Ancient China Unit Bundle
Ancient Rome Reader's Theater Skit
Ancient History can come alive in your classroom with the Ancient Rome Reader's Theater Skit! This 6-9 minute skit will get students moving and acting as they pretend to be people living in the years leading up to the fall of the Roman Empire. The central question that students will be answering: What led to the fall of the Roman Empire?
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1. 4 page script for 11 students (estimated time: 6 - 9 minutes)
2. 5 discussion prompts
Please take a peek at the preview to see i
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Ancient Rome Unit Bundle
Our Lady of Guadalupe: Slide Show and Art Project
Celebrate December with this inclusive slide show on Our Lady of Guadalupe and the miracle that Juan Diego witnessed in Mexico 500 years ago. The slide show also includes a section on Aztec culture and Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire to give students background on how the miracle affected relations between the two warring cultures. Other slides illustrate and discuss some 20 symbols and miraculous features of the tilma that Juan Diego used to gather roses in. A simple art project is also i
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1st - 8th
Early Humans Reader's Theater
Ancient History can come alive in your classroom with the Early Humans Reader's Theater! This 10-15 minute skit will get students moving and acting in a time traveling adventure to the Paleolithic Era, Ice Age and Neolithic Era.
Included in this resource:
1. 6 page script for 8 students (estimated time: 10-15 minutes)
2. 5 discussion prompts
Please take a peek at the preview to see if this resource fits the needs of your classroom. If you have any questions, please let me know in the Q and A s
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Early Humans Unit Bundle
Alexander the Great and Ancient Greece Reader's Theater Skit
Ancient History can come alive in your classroom with the Alexander the Great and Ancient Greece Reader's Theater Skit! This approximately 11-13 minute skit will get students moving and acting as they reenact Alexander the Great's journey across Europe, Africa and Asia. The central question that students will be answering: How did Alexander the Great become "Great"?
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1. 6 page script for 10 students (estimated time: 11 - 13 minutes)
2. 5 discussion prompts
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Ancient Greece Unit Bundle
The Americas Aztec Inca and Maya Unit Bundle
The Americas Unit Bundle for North American indigenous people and the Aztec, Inca and Maya civilizations is perfect for middle school social studies classes. It includes over 170 pages of resources to use in your classroom along with 15 days of detailed lesson plans! In this unit, students will learn about the characteristics of daily life and the history of the Aztec, Inca and Maya empires along with the indigenous tribes of North America. Students will examine the geography of the Americas, ta
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5th - 8th
Renaissance and Reformation Reader's Theater
This activity is a 5-Act, 25-role reader's theater script for the Renaissance and Protestant Reformation! Reader's Theater is an engaging instructional strategy for students that allows them to act out various historical scenes. This resource also helps build fluency and reading comprehension skills. The acts are as follows: Act I: Literary Classics (Dante/ Shakespeare)Act II: Legendary Artists (Leonardo da Vinci/ Michelangelo)Act III: Scientific Advancements (Copernicus/ Kepler) Act IV: Marti
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: World History Reader's Theater Bundle
Ancient Africa Unit
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*All Files can be accessed from a Mac or Windows computer*
Lesson 1- Development of African Civilizations
Keynote/PowerPoint- (28 Slides)
Teacher Script for Keynote- (7 Pages)
Student Outline for Keynote
Lesson 2- Kingdoms and States of Africa
Keynote/PowerPoint- (25 Slides)
Teacher Script for Keynote- (8 Pages)
Student Outline for Keynote
Lesson 3- African Society and Culture
Keynote/PowerPoint- (21 Slides)
Teacher Script for Keynote- (9 Pages)
Student Outline for Keynote
Un
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7th - 12th
Also included in: World History Bundle
Ancient Egypt Reader's Theater Plays (With Leveled Parts)
Three leveled readers' theater plays that describe various aspects of ancient Egyptian civilization and culture.The first play, Making a Mummy, describes the process of making a mummy. The second play, Finding Tut's Tomb, joins Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon during his discovery of King Tut's tomb. The third play, Building a Pyramid, follows the building of a pyramid.Leveled PartsMaking a Mummy•Sekr- 1st Grade•Alim- 2nd Grade•Aka- 3rd Grade•Narrator - 5th GradeFinding Tut's Tomb•Callendar- 1
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Ancient Cultures Leveled Readers Theater Bundle
Ancient China Reader's Theater
This resource is a 5-Act, 25-role reader's theater script for Ancient China! Reader's Theater is an engaging instructional strategy for middle grade students that allows them to act out various historical scenes. This resource is a great review activity and assessment strategy. It also helps build fluency and reading comprehension skills. The acts are as follows: Act I: Geography and FarmingAct II: Shang and Zhou DynastiesAct III: Rivalry and WarfareAct IV: Confucianism and DaoismAct V: Shi Huan
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Reader's Theaters for History Mega-Bundle
Ancient Greece Reader's Theater
This resource is a 5-Act, 25-role reader's theater script for Ancient Greece! Reader's Theater is an engaging instructional strategy for middle grade students that allows them to act out various historical scenes. This resource is a great review activity and assessment strategy. It also helps build fluency and reading comprehension skills. The acts are as follows: Act I: Athens and Sparta EmergeAct II: Fighting off the PersiansAct III: Entering the Classical AgeAct IV: The Peloponnesian WarAct V
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: World History Reader's Theater Bundle
A Year Course - World History (SAVVAS,PPT+Text+Rec.Videos) by PhD in History
Feeling overwhelmed by curriculum development for your 6th grade World History class?Streamline your workload and elevate student learning with this comprehensive resource set, created by a PhD in History. Aligned perfectly with the SAVVAS MyWorld Interactive - World History textbook (the first 8 topics), it offers a time-saving and engaging solution for the entire year.What's Included:Eight Thematic Units: Covering the major eras of World History, from the origins of civilization to the Byzant
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5th - 7th
Roman Republic + Empire (PPT+Text+Rec.Videos), made by PhD in History
Dive into the Colosseum: An Epic Journey Through Ancient Rome! ⚔️️Calling all history buffs (and future gladiators)! Embark on an 11-week adventure through the mighty Roman Empire with this exciting middle school course, designed by a real PhD in History!What awaits you:11 interactive lectures: Packed with presentations, engaging activities, and captivating stories, these lessons will bring the Roman Republic and Empire to life!Supporting materials: Each lecture comes with clear summaries and
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5th - 7th
Ancient Greece (PPT+Text+Rec.Videos), made by PhD in History
Spark Your Students' Curiosity with the Wonders of Ancient Greece!Looking for an engaging and curriculum-aligned resource to bring the fascinating world of Ancient Greece to life for your middle schoolers? Look no further! Our exciting short course, developed by a team of PhD historians, is designed to spark your students' imagination and deepen their understanding of this pivotal era. Packed with amazing presentations, brief texts for lectures, and selected captivating videos, this course seaml
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5th - 7th
Ancient China (PPT+Text+Rec.Videos), made by PhD in History
Unlock the Wonders of Ancient China!Bring history to life for your students with this engaging a short course on Ancient China, created by a PhD in History. This series seamlessly integrates with the SAVVAS MyWorld Interactive - World History textbook, enhancing learning and saving you valuable time!Topics of classes are:The Huang ValleyThe Zhou DynastyChinese Belief SystemThe Unification of ChinaThe Han Dynasty ExpandsHan Society and Achievements The course includes: compelling presentations,
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5th - 7th
Ancient India (PPT+Text+Rec.Videos), made by PhD in History
Learn more about an amazing world of Ancient India with our expertly crafted short course, designed for 6th and 7th graders. Created by a PhD in History, this seven-lecture series offers a broad exploration of India's rich past, from the early Indus Valley Civilization to Gupta Empire. Each lecture is supplemented with presentations, brief texts, and recommended video (links) to enhance understanding and engagement.This educational package aligns with the SAVVAS MyWorld Interactive - World Hist
Grades:
5th - 7th
Mesopotamia (PPT+Text+Rec.Videos), made by PhD in History
Unlock the Mysteries of Ancient Civilizations with Our Comprehensive Educational Bundle!Dive into the rich history of the Fertile Crescent with our meticulously crafted lecture series, designed specifically for 6th and 7th graders. Created by a PhD in History, this collection aligns seamlessly with the SAVVAS MyWorld Interactive - World History textbook, enhancing both teaching efficiency and student comprehension.What's Included in Our Bundle?Our educational package includes a series of dynamic
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5th - 7th
King John and The Magna Carta: The (Kind Of) Historically Accurate Story
This is an amusing script for a class play revolving around King John and the signing of the Magna Carta. It is loosely based on actual events and examines grievances many barons had with the King, including habeas corpus, taxation, and wartime duties, among others. The script includes 12 characters and is infused with humor, as its designed to be both entertaining and informative. Also included is an exit ticket to check for understanding. The play file is editable as well. Check out these oth
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Medieval Europe Middle Ages Bundle
Marco Polo: A Reader's Theater Script(Explorer)
Use this informative Reader's Theater Script to learn about Marco Polo. Marco Polo helped to start the Age of Discovery with his book on his adventures to China. The fun/informative play uses the format of Marco Polo being a guest on a talk show and the studio audience asks questions about his life. Great for a Friday biography, for a unit of study on the Age of Discovery or a unit of study on China.Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee's Talk Show SeriesYou may also find the following resources of inte
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5th - 9th
Also included in: Age of Discovery:A BUNDLE of Resources!
William Shakespeare: A Reader's Theater Script
Considered to be the greatest writer of the English language, learn about William Shakespeare with this fun/informative play. Shakespeare introduced about 3000 words to the English language . It is said that next to the Bible, his works are the most quoted! Great for Language Arts, study on the Renaissance or on a Friday or day before a holiday when you'd like to introduce your students to famous people with a biography activity.The fun/informative play uses the format of Shakespeare being a gu
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6th - 9th
Also included in: FAMOUS WRITERS: A Bundle of Resources!
Mesopotamia Reader's Theater Skit
Ancient History can come alive in your classroom with the Mesopotamia Reader's Theater! This 7-10 minute skit will get students moving and acting as they pretend to be citizens in the ancient city-state of Babylon.
Included in this resource:
1. 4 page script for 6 students (estimated time: 7 - 10 minutes)
2. 5 discussion prompts
Please take a peek at the preview to see if this resource fits the needs of your classroom. If you have any questions, please let me know in the Q and A section of my
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Mesopotamia Activities Unit Bundle
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