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8th grade world history songs under $5
Vietnam War Music Activity
The following is an activity in which students explore various songs which were direct results and/or responses to the conflict in Vietnam. Students are provided with the lyrics to the following four songs:- "For What It's Worth by Buffalo Springfield- "Ohio" by Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young- "What's Going On" by Marvin Gaye- "Ballad of the Green Berets" by Staff Sergeant Barry SadlerInstructions are for the teacher to play the songs while the students listen to the songs and read the lyric
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Do we benefit from slavery today, as the North did in the 1800s?
This is a powerful lesson for students to see a modern connection to the past.Before this lesson, you should discuss with students how the North was complicit in slavery as much as the South was in the years prior to the Civil War. Northerners profited greatly off the backs of slave labor, whether they would have wanted to admit it or not. This lesson poses the question: Do we profit from slavery today?It uses multi-media clips about Nike and Apple as well as a song called "Are My Hands Clean"
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6th - 12th
Vietnam War - Media Impact Lesson and Activities
Are you looking for a way to incorporate the Vietnam War into your classroom? Are you looking to keep the activity engaging and interesting? This activity brings the media of the Vietnam War era to life for the students. Students will be analyzing primary sources photographs, videos and music to see the events of the 1960s and 1970s. They also will analyze the impact the war had upon the American Homefront long after the war had concluded. The lesson concludes with a closing activity. I have use
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Asian History Bundle
Great Depression - Song Analysis Project with Rubric (This Land is Your Land)
Great Depression - Song Analysis Project with Rubric (This Land is Your Land) - This 4 page Great Depression teaching resource contains a project that requires students to analyze the song This Land id Your Land by Woody Guthrie and the ways in which it relates to the overall events of the Great Depression. The famous song became an anthem of the Great Depression era and is an excellent tool for student analysis in order to show their interpretive skills and their ability to relate a source to t
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5th - 10th
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Economics & History: The Beatles "Revolution" song (Vietnam War, communism, '68)
The preview includes the lyrics and 1 of the handout's 8 questions, along with the answer key. The answer key provides a lot of historical insight into the song for the students, although the students generally understand the true meaning while listening to the song.
Before playing the song, give a brief background on the year of 1968 (Vietnam War and global protests) and all of the worldwide protests that were taking place.
Now play the song. This is the youtube link to hear it: https://www.
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Alexander The Great Music Video
This clever and informative music video by EdTunes, chronicles the life and times of the Macedonian King, Alexander the Great. It explains the circumstances surrounding his ascension to the Macedonian throne and examines his invasion and subsequent conquest of the Persian Empire. The song also discusses the impact of Alexander’s conquest on Eurasian societies, including the creation of a cosmopolitan civilization known as Hellenic.
THE PACKAGE INCLUDES:
•MP4 music file.
•PDF lyric sheet for pr
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Henry VIII Notes and Six Musical
This is an assignment for notes about Henry VIII, his 6 wives, and his children. While students usually hate notes, they tend to like this assignment because they are interested hearing about him beheading or divorcing all his wives, it's usually a fun lesson.The students have blanks in their packet and the AK version is the full version of the notes. I usually write them in one by one and the students guess what happened to each person. There is also a list of each of his wives with information
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8th - 12th
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Great Depression - Educational Music Video Bundle (with quiz)
Many of our students have heard of the Great Depression, but do they really know what it is? Can they name any important dates, facts, people, or events from that time period? Well, they certainly will after you play this song for them! This bundle includes a music video with text for kids to read along, lyrics sheet, quiz, and answer key. It's a great way to begin your unit on the Great Depression!
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This bundle includes:
-Music Video
-Sample
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3rd - 8th
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Tingalayo (2-Part w/Triangle, Tambourine, Two-Tone Block, Bongos & Maracas)
TINGALAYO (2-Part Equal Voices w/Triangle, Tambourine, Two-Tone Block, Bongos & Maracas)A well-known Caribbean folk song, this super fun song tells the story of a stubborn donkey! Music students will fall in love with this upbeat, Latin-feel song!2-Part Equal VoicesUnison w/easy unison and 2-part chorusAdd optional triangles, tambourines, two-tone blocks, bongos and maracasChords included for ukulele or guitarPiano track available
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3rd - 8th
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World War One - WWI Song - Educational Music Video Bundle (with quiz)
Check out this World War One music video! It's one of The Grammarheads' most popular songs. Use it as an activating strategy with elementary and middle school kids. High school kids will even get lots of information out of this one! After watching the music video, check for understanding with a quick 10-question quiz. Answer key included. Rock Your History!
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This bundle includes:
-Music Video (about 3 minutes long)
-Sample Lesson Plan
-Quiz
-Answer
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4th - 10th
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Main Causes of World War I - MANIA song
Please consider purchasing this songin the Bundle. (It's free in the Bundle ;-)This song uses the traditional M-A-N-I-A acronym for Militarism, Alliances, Nationalism, Imperialism, & Assassination as an organizational tool. This gives you access to the song. The lyrics and worksheet are in the DBQ. See the Bundle to obtain the Lyric Analysis.
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6th - 12th
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The Wellerman (SA/2-Part Mixed Voices w/Tambourine, Hand Claps, Flute, Violin)
A 19th Century New Zealand sea shanty/folksong, The Wellerman went viral in 2021. This fun, easy arrangement will bring the house down at your next performance! Dress it up with optional tambourine, hand claps, flute or violin. SA/2-Part Mixed Voices Great for upper elementary, middle school or above Instrument cues in score May be performed with accompaniment or a cappella. Late intermediate level piano accompaniment Chords included for guitar, uke, or banjo. Piano Accompaniment Track available
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3rd - 10th
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Vietnam War PowerPoint and War-Era Songs
This 39-slide PowerPoint gives a very comprehensive overview of the 1960s and 1970s conflict.
It includes dozens of pictures, as well as information on the following topics:
Fact sheet overview, Ho Chi Minh, Cambodia, Nixon, anti-war demonstrations, and many songs. These songs include Bruce Springsteen's "Born in the USA" (with student questions), Creedance Clearwater Revival's "The Fortunate Son" (with student questions), "Ohio" by Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young, "For What it's Worth" by B
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
ENCANTO Comprehension Questions/Family Tree/Family Personalities Bundle
You are purchasing 3 Encanto activities! I truly love Encanto, and it has been a joy to create these resources for you and your students to use. Enjoy!!ENCANTO Comprehension Questions- Spanish and English: You are purchasing comprehension questions for Disney's Encanto in Spanish and English. 20 comprehension questions are included, as well as 4 reflection questions. All questions are available in both Spanish and English. Answer keys are included.Family Tree Activity: This activity can be used
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6th - 12th
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Rasputin - Song Lyric Analysis
This song analysis activity is a fun way to learn about one of history's most interesting characters, Rasputin! This song describes Rasputin's life and reputation, and students can assess the historical accuracy for themselves!The document includes a link to an audio recording of the song, or you can show the music video if you want to give your students some laughs! The students can read along with the lyrics and then add their own analysis and answer the guided questions. You can also show
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6th - 12th
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WW2 Tunes: Guess the Song Game - Interactive History Starters
Energize your history curriculum with this unique educational tool designed to engage students in learning about WW2!Tailored for various age groups studying WW2, this download includes four engaging lesson starters. Each one features modified lyrics from popular songs, linked to key topics like the causes of WW2, the Treaty of Versailles, the Battle of Britain, alliances and the experiences on the home front. Students will decipher the altered lyrics to identify the original songs.Get a discoun
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8th - 11th
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Also included in: History Guess the Song Game BUNDLE - Lesson Starters, Interactive Games
We Speak Peace (SAB)
WE SPEAK PEACESABThis beautiful, flowing piece tell us that if we encourage and speak peace, maybe others will get the message and pass it on as well. Your choirs will love the beautiful harmonies and comfortable range. SAB (or may be sung as 3-part mixed voices) Excellent for concerts, Martin Luther King celebrations, Memorial Day or Veterans Day. Advanced Intermediate piano accompaniment Chords included for other instruments Piano Accompaniment Track available on this site.
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4th - 12th
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We Speak Peace (SSA/3-Part Mixed Voices)
WE SPEAK PEACESSAThis beautiful, flowing piece tell us that if we encourage and speak peace, maybe others will get the message and pass it on as well. Your ladies will love the beautiful harmonies and comfortable range. SSA (or may be sung as 3-part mixed voices) Excellent for concerts, Martin Luther King celebrations, Memorial Day or Veterans Day. Advanced Intermediate piano accompaniment Chords included for other instruments Piano Accompaniment Track available on this site.
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4th - 12th
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WW1 History Lesson Starters: Guess the Song Game - Engage Activities
Captivate your class with these dynamic lesson starters designed to immerse them in WW1 history!Tailored for various age groups studying WW1, this download includes four engaging lesson starters. Each one features modified lyrics from popular songs, linked to key topics like the causes of WW1, the Treaty of Versailles, conditions of soldiers on the Western front, and the contributions of factories and women on the Home front. Students will decipher the altered lyrics to identify the original son
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: History Guess the Song Game BUNDLE - Lesson Starters, Interactive Games
CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD: Poland – INFANT HOLY, INFANT LOWLY
*** $3.00 ***Overview: This product is a curriculum integration tool incorporating music, history and cultural traditions. The lesson is built around students learning some facts about Christmas Around the World as is found in Poland, singing a famous Polish Christmas carol, Infant Holy, Infant Lowly and playing a recorder and/or Easy Tone Chimes & Bells arrangement of the song. Materials:• Teaching Suggestions• Fact Sheet• Song Sheet: Infant Holy, Infant Lowly• Music for Recorder• Music &
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3rd - 12th, Adult Education
Mongols Music Video
This harmony filled and informative music video by EdTunes examines the origins, rise, expansion of, and legacy of the Mongol Empire. It discusses key figures, dates, locations, and events, including Genghis Khan, the Yuan Empire, Mongol tactics, and traces the history of the Mongol people back to their pastoral origins. The song also discusses the tactics used by Mongols in warfare and explains the impact of Mongol rule on Eurasia.
THE PACKAGE INCLUDES:
•MP4 video file.
•PDF lyric sheet for p
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Songs of the Enlightenment! Which Enlightenment Philosopher would sing it?
Students listen to songs be modern artists from Youtube, and try to figure out which philosopher's message goes along with the song!
Very fun, good way to incorporate music into the classroom and to change things up!
Each philosopher can only be used once, but students can build their case with enough evidence to support their choice. Some artists are easy, others are more on the line.
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6th - 9th
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ENCANTO Madrigal Family Tree & Family Personalities Bundle
Family Tree Activity: This activity can be used with the "Encanto" movie OR the music video for the song "Welcome to the Family Madrigal" in Spanish or English. Links to the music videos are included. The "Encanto" movie is available on Disney+.In this 2-part activity, Students will drag the family members to complete the Madrigal family tree according to the song. Then they will match family members to their magical power. Note- some YouTube videos do not include Mirabel's magic power, but the
Grades:
6th - 12th
Gunpowder Empires Song
This rhythmic and informative song by EdTunes, compares and contrasts the great gunpowder empires of Eurasia. It focuses on the origins, expansion, culture, and collapse of the Ottoman, Mughal, and Safavid empires, and discusses the inner workings and cross regional connections of each. This song is included on our COMPILATION ALBUM
THE PACKAGE INCLUDES:
•MP3 music file.
•PDF lyric sheet for print and distribution to your students.
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Check out the corresponding MULTIMEDIA LESSON on the G
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7th - 12th
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