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Informational text Common Core RH.6-8.8 resources
Reading History & Social Studies Graphic Organizers 6-12
Common Core Reading History and Social Studies Graphic Organizers for Grades 6-12 *Newly Updated* Now includes a DIGITAL Google Slides version for distance learning!This IS included in the following bundles: • Common Core Bundle for Grades 6, 7, 8• Common Core Bundle for Grades 9-12Do you need to implement the Common Core Standards into your curriculum? These graphic organizers are written for each individual standard for Reading in History and Social Studies (RH) grades 6-8, 9-10, and 11-12. Th
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Also included in: All of my Reading Resources (Fiction / Nonfiction) Growing Bundle
WebQuest Evaluating Argument Claims, Evidence, Reasoning: Captive Orcas Debate
Updated in 2020 as a distance learning WebQuest in Google Slides (and still in PDF) while the debate continues (killer whales continue to be sold worldwide in worse-than-ever conditions, plus think about the other marine mammals). Authentic, relevant, in-depth argument examination! Truly delves into both sides of this hotly debated issue by examining and analyzing multiple primary sources.Step-by-Step guided activity leads students to read and analyze claims, counterclaims, and evidence presente
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Patriots and Loyalists American Revolution Activity
Do you want your upper elementary and middle school students to understand the difference between Patriots and Loyalists during the Revolutionary War? This is an American Revolution informational text activity about Loyalists vs Patriots. This document provides your students with two informational text articles that they will read and then answer questions.Download the preview for more specifics!The History Detective topic for this activity is about Loyalists vs Patriots during the Colonial Peri
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Informational Text Bundle
Ancient Greek Philosophers of Ancient Greece Activities Middle School 6th grade
Interactive? Check! Engaging? Check! Deep thinking? Check! Your students will love learning about Classical Greek philosophers with this set of three activities that focus on six philosophers of Ancient Greece. They'll learn about Hypatia, Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Euclid, and Thucydides in original one-page biographies, and then they'll create trading cards about the philosophers. In the third activity, they will select three of the philosophers and create an imaginary conversation they would
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5th - 9th
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Unbroken (YA Edition) Chapter Questions & Answer Key Hero Louie Zamperini
65 PAGES OF QUESTIONS and ANSWERS! This great resource provides a building foundation for young readers utilizing Laura Hillenbrand's book, Unbroken. In total, nearly 200 chapter context questions and teacher answer key will help guide discussion as you read this harrowing tale of survival and save you valuable time so you can focus on the important things in your unit!Unbroken (YA edition) is a young adult adaptation of a book of the same title written by Laura Hildebrand. Illustrated with more
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6th - 9th
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Editorial vs. Regular News Article Game (Is it Fact or Opinion Writing?)
In this engaging, self-checking Google Slides game, students gain a valuable skill for interacting with media. Students are guided to learn the difference between fact and opinion writing—even when the difference is subtle—by reading information about both, then looking at headlines and choosing whether the headlines are for editorials or regular facts-only news articles. All headlines are from real articles, so students are learning with content that is relevant. Students are given feedback i
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4th - 10th
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What Country Is This? Short Geography, History, Economics Readings CCSS 6-8
Expand students' global knowledge with high-interest paragraphs that engage students with fascinating facts! No prep for bell work or many more uses. What you get:25 one-page handouts. Countries featured are those students may not be familiar with in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Europe. See Preview for list.2-3 questions per passage that cover CCSStandards for SS/History. Main ideas, fact/opinion, using visual information and more. One concept covered is why some nations are so poor. 9
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6th - 8th, Adult Education
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Mysteries and Wonders Reading Comprehension Passages BUNDLE!
Ideal for independent, student-directed reading comprehension work!Are you dealing with reluctant, unmotivated, or struggling readers in your upper elementary or middle school ELA classroom? Or are you and your students just tired of the typical mainstream reading texts used in many ELA programs? Then these high-interest "printable/no prep" passages and assessments are the answer in getting your students excited again about reading, to keep them on task and engaged, and to provide them with Comm
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4th - 8th
Current Events Activity for Google Drive | Current Events Template
If you are looking for a new way to cover current events with your students, you are in the right place! This Current Events distance learning resource comes with two different versions of the assignment that help students analyze current events and identify the type of media, news source, bias, main points, and significance! This is a no-prep activity that can be done at any time of year... simply post the assignment on Google Classroom and you are good to go!This resource is listed with the Go
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Social Studies Digital Activities Bundle for Google Drive
Causes of the American Revolution Activity
These social studies nonfiction worksheets contain information to be used as an introduction to the events that led the colonists and Great Britain to the American Revolution. This packet outlines the road Great Britain paved to the Revolution against the colonists. This eleven-page packet includes comprehension questions to ensure understanding. This lesson can be used alone or with additional activities depending on time.Like this lesson? Check out the unit and save 20% by clicking here. Stude
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: American Revolution Unit Bundle
Causes of the American Revolution Digital Activity
Teach students about the causes of the Revolutionary War using this digital remote distance learning activity. Students will utilize Google Slides and Forms to learn about the events that led the colonists and Great Britain to the American Revolution. This lesson will teach and assess students on the French and Indian War, Proclamation of 1763, Boston Massacre, Boston Tea Party, and the First Continental Congress. Like this lesson? Check out the American Revolution Unit and save 20% by clicking
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: American Revolution Unit Bundle
American Revolutionary War Close Reading Comprehension Book | 5th & 6th Grade
An American Revolutionary War close reading activity book with six reading passages that timeline the war. Each activity has an informational text with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task, crossword puzzle and wordsearch activity. The NO PREP reading comprehension worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn about key areas of the War of Independence whilst developing their comprehension skills.This book contains the followi
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5th - 6th
WebQuest Self-Grading Thematic Reading Practice Tests Growing Bundle
BUY THE BUNDLE AND GET WEBQUEST PRACTICE TESTS FREE FOR THE REST OF THE YEAR! This is a new line of ELA practice reading tests called WebQuest Practice Tests(TM). These short, SELF-GRADING ELA reading practice tests are offered digitally online in Google Forms and prompt students to read authentic online sources in a variety of genres, all centered around a theme. The primary and secondary sources are safe, reliable, and credible. A MAJOR TIME SAVER AND STUDENTS GET IMMEDIATE FEEDBACK!ALIGNS TO
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5th - 12th
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4 M.A.I.N. Causes of World War One - reading + 4 task worksheet
This product includes all materials needed for 4 activities about WWI - reading and summarizing a 1 page information report about the 4 M.A.I.N. causeslabeling a map of Europe pre-WWIcategorizing statements under the 4 M.A.I.N. categoriesresearching Archduke Franz FerdinandEach task has straight forward instructions that can be teacher-led or completed individually. This task can be completed online or printed handouts. Suitable reading level from Grade 6 upwards. There are more WWI related prod
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6th - 12th
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The Bermuda Triangle: Reading Comprehension Passage and Assessment #2
This Common Core-aligned informational reading and assessment on the Bermuda Triangle can be used in Grades 4-7 depending on your students' ability levels and in a number of ways by teachers (teacher-directed study in class, close reading, independent practice, homework, test prep, etc). This is a high interest article that works equally well with either reluctant readers or in the regular classroom! Please download the Preview to see part of the text and ALL the questions included in the printa
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Mysteries and Wonders Reading Comprehension Passages BUNDLE!
Sled Dog Racing | Reading Comprehension Passage & ELA Tasks
FREE! HIGH-INTEREST NO PREP PRINTABLES AND EASY DISTANCE LEARNING! Thorough, high-interest 2-page passage about sled dog racing for any time of year. Student will preview & practice relevant vocabulary, read the text closely to answer comprehension questions, practice supporting inferences by citing textual evidence, interpret a visual diagram, and compare viewpoints on the race. WOW!!!Fascinating subject matter that puts readers at ease! Kids love reading and writing about dogs and will not
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4th - 9th
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History of Thanksgiving Reading Comprehension Passages Questions Pilgrims Native
Beyond Thanksgiving: Wampanoag Native Americans and Pilgrim Perspectives Printable Passage Unit for 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. Dive deep into the true history of Thanksgiving with this comprehensive passage unit. Unveil the myths and inaccuracies previously perpetuated in schools through untold stories of the Wampanoag people and the pilgrims, exploring their rich legacies, challenges, and impacts on American history.This resource teaches history in an accurate way through multiple perspectiv
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5th - 8th
Scarface Al Capone : Reading Comprehension Passage and Assessment
“Scarface” Al Capone is the most famous gangster in American history. Despite the glorification of organized crime figures of that period in modern television and film, in reality most of them, like Al Capone, were simply evil criminals, hoodlums, and murderers. This resource is an informational text and biography of Alphonse Gabriel Capone (1899-1947), examining the man and his actions including his childhood in Brooklyn, his rise to power in the Chicago gangs, the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre
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7th - 10th
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Tower of London Ghosts: Reading Comprehension Passage and Assessment #8
Ghosts have fascinated humans for centuries, with some places said to be more haunted and likely to have ghosts inhabiting them than others. One of the most famous spots for ghost sightings is the eerie and ancient Tower of London, a thousand year old fortress in the center of London. This article examines the history of the Tower of London and the story of many famous ghosts who have appeared to numerous sentries and civilians living and working in the tower. This reading and assessment can be
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Mysteries and Wonders Reading Comprehension Passages BUNDLE!
The History of Soda Pop: Reading Comprehension Passage/Assessment (Grades 5-8)
Who doesn’t enjoy an ice-cold soft drink or soda pop on a warm summer day? But where did soda pop originate and why are there so many different brands and flavors? What was the first soda pop? (Hint: It was not Coca-Cola). This informative text is the history of soda pop in the United States, from its origins as a health tonic in the 1830s to the diet sodas of today.This Common Core-aligned text is teacher and student-friendly and written for use in Grades 5-8. It can be implemented in a number
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5th - 8th
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Ancient Egypt Passages for Close Reading with Critical Thinking Questions
Use students' fascination with Ancient Egypt to engage their attention and work on a variety of comprehension skills. Perfect companion for The Kane Chronicles or House on Hackman's Hill. Topics of the nonfiction readings are Mummies, Anubis, Tomb Curses, and King Tut's Tomb. What you get in this 25 page resource:Four expository readings, two pages each, with interesting illustrations. Examples of content: role and appearance of Anubis; history and explanations of the curse; description of the
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4th - 8th
The La Brea Tar Pits: Reading Comprehension Passage & Assessment for Grades 5-8
The La Brea Tar Pits are the world’s most famous Ice Age fossil excavation site. One amazing thing about this site it that it lies in the very center of Los Angeles, the second largest city in the United States. For thousands of years these swamps of asphalt have been fed by springs of oil that were covered with water during the last Ice Age. Coming to drink in the area, animals of all types went to the pools, where any misstep or slip caught them in sticky asphalt. Their struggles and cries att
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5th - 8th
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GENERIC State History Research Project Unit Activity | USA Regions
This set is great if you're covering all the different states inside your region! Or your students can choose which state they research with this independent and comprehensive resource. Each state comes with its own custom pages plus lots more that will work with any state. CLICK HERE to save 30% on this resource in the GENERIC Resource Bundle!You'll find 8 organized modules with 86 differentiated student pages. This complete notebook unit is the perfect companion to your annual state and region
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4th - 7th
Nonfiction reading unit - Informational texts - Narrative nonfiction books
Would you like your students to read more NARRATIVE NONFICTION? Are you looking for books about resilient people who overcome huge odds? This collection of memoirs about people who overcame their circumstances to change not only themselves, but the world around them might just be for you!Instead of handing your students yet another informational reading passage, have them read one of these books to work on the same skills!✅ FOR THE TEACHER:PDF and digital optionsTeacher notes and lesson plansP
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5th - 7th
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