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Common Core RH.6-8.6 resources for Easel Activities
Civil Rights Movement Primary Source Analysis Bundle
Teach the Civil Rights Movement with this easy to implement Primary Source Analysis Bundle that covers your content and your standards.Investigate the Civil Rights Movement with primary sources so your students learn core content while also practicing Social Studies skills. This bundled set includes 8-pages of handouts providing an assortment of quotes and images for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of the economic, political, and cultural changes of the Civi
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6th - 12th
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MLK Jr.'s Letter from a Birmingham Jail: Primary Source Analysis
*** Now includes audio links and time stamps!The Letter from Birmingham Jail is an open letter written on April 16, 1963, by Martin Luther King Jr. The letter defends the strategy of nonviolent resistance to racism. It says that people have a moral responsibility to break unjust laws and to take direct action rather than waiting potentially forever for justice to come through the courts. Responding to being referred to as an "outsider," King writes, "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice eve
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7th - 11th
Constitution & the Bill of Rights We The People SS.7.CG.1.8, SS.7.CG.2.4, SS.7.C
Constitution & the Bill of Rights We The People American History Lesson on the limited government, check and balances, separation of power, the Bill of Rights, the Articles of Confederation, the purpose of the Constitution, the application of the Bill of Right to every day life, differences between Federalists and Anti-Federalists and much MORE! Standards alignment: SS.7.CG.1.8, SS.7.CG.2.4, SS.7.CG.3.3, SS.8.CG.2.6This pack includes: The big ideas in the Constitution (limited government, ch
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5th - 8th
Home Front in WWII Primary Source Analysis Activity Handout US History WW2
Investigating the American Home front during WWII? Want to help students analyze primary sources to understand the different perspectives on life changes during America's involvement in WW2?This 2-page handout provides an assortment of quotes and images for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of the Home Front during WWII. Includes a wrap-up question in which students make comparisons to our modern cultural changes.Includes:2-page worksheetSkills Addressed:Prima
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Athens VS Sparta: Reading and Guided Notes - Print and Digital
The study of Ancient Greece is so captivating, but why not get students even more excited about it with a quick study of the government structure, daily life, and military life! Planning fun and engaging lessons can take time and this resource is designed to take the planning off of your plate so you can watch your students learn! This set of activities is designed to be an easy, no-prep approach to the study of Ancient Greece and its fascinating history and ways of life. No more looking for we
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6th - 8th
Otzi: CSI Investigation - Print and Digital
One of the most interesting stories of Early Man is Otzi the Iceman! Students love learning about Otzi and where he was found, examining the theories behind what happened to him, and based on their research, coming to their own conclusions. It’s the perfect CSI-type activity to engage students in the learning, research, and writing process! Use this lesson towards the end of your Early Man unit to make 6th grade social studies rock! As fun as this activity is, you’ll probably love that it requ
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: Early Man Interactive Notebook and Resource Bundle - Print and Digital
9-11 September 11th Centers Response Group Activity Sept. 11 9/11 911
9-11 Centers or Response Group Activity sets up your classroom into 6 Centers or 6 Response Groups to allow students to collaboratively investigate the events of 9/11. This 44 page activity set provides resource cards on the major categories of the event for students to read, view, and discuss as they complete the student guide. Content Topics CoveredBasic FactsVictims of TerrorismPerpetrators - the TerroristsEffects of 9/11 Terrorism in AmericaTimeline of the Day's EventsHistory Leading up to
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Ancient Egypt WebQuest: Reading and Research - Print and Digital
The stories and history of Ancient Egypt capture middle school minds like no other unit. The pyramids, pharaohs, and the Sphinx simply captivate students! With such a fun and interesting unit, why not make it even more engaging with a webquest? Webquests are a fantastic way for teachers to let students take the lead and discover all there is to learn about fascinating topics, such as Ancient Egypt. They are a great way for teachers to challenge learners, but guide them in the right direction by
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5th - 8th
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Pompeii Investigation | Reading & Guided Notes - Print and Digital
The eruption of Mt. Vesuvius and the destruction of Pompeii is a story that captures students’ attention and makes them hungry for more information. Students love the stories behind those who lived in Pompeii at the time of the eruption and examining what was left behind. Students also have so many questions. Did anyone survive the eruption? Why were people living so close to an active volcano? How much damage did the eruption cause? To help answer these questions, use one, two, three, or all fo
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6th - 8th
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Dred Scott Supreme Court Case Document Analysis Activity | Citizenship
Want to study the Dred Scott Supreme Court Case? Hoping to practice primary source analysis with your students? Need a no-prep resource to prompt discussion and further study of the Dred Scott Supreme Court Case and its impact on slavery and American citizenship for African Americans?This 1-page handout provides the original Supreme Court ruling as well as the document image for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of American documents and, in this case, the Dre
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5th - 12th
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Mummification and the Afterlife - Ancient Egypt - Print and Digital
Students LOVE studying the fascinating details of Ancient Egypt including the Pyramids of Giza, the Afterlife, mummification, and sarcophaguses. This resource takes the most interesting topics and makes them even more interesting! Starting with a vocabulary unit and progressing all the way to a hands-on mummification activity, this set of lessons is bound to catch your students’ attention and make them want more! Use all of these activities, or just a few. Teach it all in one class session, or b
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6th - 8th
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Winter Holidays Around the World Walking Tour | Christmas Gallery Walk Activity
Take your students on a walking tour or gallery walk around the world to see how Christmas and other Winter Holidays are celebrated. This low prep resource will keep students engaged and learning as you wrap up the semester. Introductions, key topics, and vivid images help students make comparisons between their own celebrations and those of others from around the world. Resource Includes:Information cards and centers content for 10 LocationsStudent handouts for note-takingWrap-up questions for
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Modern World History Interactive Lessons Bundle Walking Tours & More
Paleolithic VS Neolithic Activity - Print and Digital
Studying the Paleolithic and Neolithic ages is essential when teaching Early Man, and what better way to do it than with a series of fun, yet informational, activities! To capture your students' interest and engage them in the study of Early Man, and specifically the Paleolithic and Neolithic ages, use one, two, or all five activities in this resource! As with all of my products, this activity comes in both paper AND digital formats, making it perfect for in-person learners, remote learners, and
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6th - 8th
Also included in: Early Man Interactive Notebook and Resource Bundle - Print and Digital
Plessy v Ferguson Supreme Court Case Document Analysis Activity
Investigate the impact of the Plessy v. Ferguson ruling on the American climate with this primary source analysis activity. This 1-page handout provides the original Supreme Court ruling as well as the document image for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of American documents and, in this case, the 1896 Plessy v. Ferguson case. Includes a significance wrap-up question in which students utilize all of the information to explain the significance of the case or r
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5th - 12th
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Civil Rights Act of 1964 Document Primary Source Analysis Activity
Practice primary source analysis while addressing the core content of the Civil Rights Act if 1964 during the Civil Rights Movement.This 1-page handout provides the original legislation as well as the document image for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of American documents and, in this case, the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Includes a significance wrap-up question in which students utilize all of the information to explain the significance of the legislation.An
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5th - 12th
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Fertile Crescent Activity | Mesopotamia - Print and Digital
The study of Fertile Crescent, also known as the “Cradle of Civilization” is a key component of every history curriculum that includes ancient civilizations. To study early civilizations is to study man’s origins. To capture your students' interest and engage them in the study of the Fertile Crescent, you can integrate this interactive notebook into your lessons right away! No prep needed! As with all of my products, this activity comes in both paper AND digital formats! This makes it perfect fo
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5th - 8th
The Roaring '20s Unit & Great Depression Unit - Roaring Twenties Curriculum Plan
This curriculum unit includes 6 The Roaring Twenties lessons & The Great Depression lessons for 6 weeks of instruction & includes a printable & digital version. Some components are editable so you can tweak it to your students’ needs. Audios of the reading passages, quizzes, & tests are included. This is perfect for students with read-aloud accommodations. The included Roaring ‘20s and Great Depression lessons help you easily integrate literacy with your social studies content w
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7th - 11th
The Constitution & New Nation Unit- Lessons - Activities - PPT - Notes - Quizzes
This curriculum unit includes 6 Early American Republic lessons for 6 weeks of instruction & includes a printable & digital version. Some components are editable so you can tweak it to your students’ needs. Audios of the reading passages, quizzes, & tests are included. This is perfect for students with read-aloud accommodations. The included Constitution & a New Nation lessons help you easily integrate literacy with your social studies content with graphic organizers that focus
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7th - 11th
Miranda v Arizona Supreme Court Case Document Analysis Activity Miranda Rights
This 1-page handout provides the original Supreme Court ruling on Miranda v. Arizona as well as the document image for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of American documents and, in this case, the Miranda v. Arizona case. Includes a significance wrap-up question in which students utilize all of the information to explain the significance of the case or ruling.Answer Key is Provided! All images and other primary sources collected from Library of Congress, Nati
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5th - 12th
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Greek Mythology Historical Investigation | Reading - Print and Digital
Greek Mythology is easily one of the most popular units of study for middle schoolers. Who doesn’t love stories of heroes, goddesses, conquests, and villains? With such a fun and interesting unit, why not make it even more interactive with a webquest? This investigation is a great way for teachers to let students take the lead and discover all there is to learn about a topic, such as Greek Mythology. It is a great way for teachers to challenge learners, but guide them in the right direction by p
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6th - 8th
Document Comparison: Magna Carta, Bill of Rights, & Declaration of Independence
New and improved! Now available for distance learning as well through TPT!Are you looking for a way to integrate primary documents into your curriculum? This activity will get your students looking at primary source documents as well as fulfill the requirements of the Common Core. This assignment comes with a blank chart for students to complete. There are specific quotes from each of the documents, and students compare and contrast the documents and they identify the document's enduring impact
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8th - 12th
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Age of Jackson & Sectionalism Unit - Westward Expansion - Lessons - Activities
This Age of Jackson & Sectionalism comprehensive unit plan (digital version included!) integrates literacy. There are 5 complete lessons in this bundle PLUS supplemental activities. Audios of the reading passages, quizzes, unit test, & modified test are included. This is perfect for students with read aloud accommodations. This unit includes about 6 weeks of materials. This resource can also be easily used for distance/digital learning because all components (except the simulation) are
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7th - 11th
The Persian Wars - DBQ Activity
The Greco-Persian Wars - DBQThe main objective of this activity is to have students determine how the Greeks won the Persian Wars by analyzing various maps and sourcesTo start the lesson, there is an 11 slide PowerPoint that contains:Background information on the Persian WarsKey figures of the Persian Wars: Darius I, Xerxes I, Miltiades, and LeonidasA Comparison of Persian and Greek SoldiersAn explanation of the Greek phalanx tacticChart of key battles of the conflict: Marathon, Thermopylae, Sal
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: Ancient Greece Unit Bundle
American Revolution Unit - Revolutionary War Lessons - Activities - PPT - Test
This curriculum unit includes 7 American Revolution lessons for 7 weeks of instruction & includes a printable & digital version. Some components are editable so you can tweak it to your students’ needs. Audios of the reading passages, quizzes, & tests are included. This is perfect for students with read-aloud accommodations. The included Revolutionary War lessons help you easily integrate literacy with your social studies content with graphic organizers that focus on one specific re
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7th - 11th
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