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Informational text Common Core RH.6-8.9 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
Pilgrims, Plymouth, The Last Patuxet & The First Thanksgiving. Full ESL Unit.
Introduce your ELLs and lower-level readers to the incredible and nuanced story of Squanto, the first Thanksgiving and the Pilgrims in the New World in this colorful multi-part text.This key moment in social studies details the first Thanksgiving and the establishment of the Plymouth Colony. It is brought to life with an accessible illustrated text that clearly explains the core ideas including:What was the Mayflower Compact and why was it important?The fact that the "New World" was not new at a
Grades:
6th - 12th
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
Primary and Secondary Sources digital escape room team building gaming activity
This Digital Escape® Room helps students review Primary and Secondary Sources through fun, interactive puzzles, encoded messages, and other challenges while being 100% DIGITAL. No need to make copies ahead of time or assemble time-consuming breakout boxes. Simply provide a link and students are ready to begin their adventure in minutes!This resource includes:✔️A link to a pre-coded Google Form™ with five engaging, interactive challenges and puzzles to solve revolving around types of sources✔️A
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Fun Digital Escape Rooms for Teambuilding Custom Bundle for T
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
Grades:
6th - 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
Grades:
5th - 8th
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
Primary and Secondary Sources Paper Based Escape Room teambuilding game
Are your students learning about the difference between primary and secondary sources? Teach this difficult concept in a fun, interactive, collaborative way through this paper-based, themed escape room!This resource includes:✔️A pdf with introduction, setup instructions, and tips to differentiate✔️ Four engaging, funny, themed challenges and activities to solve✔️ Signs to label physical folders for each activity✔️ Recording sheet for students as they work through the activity✔️ Answer key for al
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Primary and Secondary Sources Teambuilding Escape Room Bundle
World Religions Full Unit Bundle
I completed this unit with my 6th graders, but you can certainly adjust the difficulty level of the questions as needed to suit your students' grade level and familiarity with the topic. All products are Google Drive friendly, editable, and translatable.Description: Embark on a captivating journey through the world's major religions with this comprehensive unit bundle. Designed to enrich students' understanding of diverse cultures and belief systems, this bundle features engaging resources for B
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3rd - 11th
Teaching Illinois History: A Complete Curriculum
***Beginning with the 2020-21 school year, the teaching of Illinois history is mandatory in all Illinois public schools (Public Act 101-0341 Sec. 5).***This curriculum was featured at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield, IL. The units were created by award winning classroom teachers incorporating input from experts across the state including: university professors, the Illinois Historical Society, the National Museum of the American Indian, the Ronald Reagan Presid
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5th - 12th
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Missouri Compromise & Compromise of 1850 COMPLETE Lesson Plan | Google Apps!
The Missouri Compromise and Compromise of 1850 COMPLETE Lesson Plan is PERFECT for those teaching 5th to 8th grade U.S. history to their students. This incredible lesson includes EVERYTHING you'll need to explore the historical significance and impact of the Missouri Compromise and the Compromise of 1850! From the causes and effects of the Missouri Compromise to the role and influence of Henry Clay and the causes and effects of the Compromise of 1850, plus a whole lot more, it's ALL covered in t
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5th - 8th
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The Mayflower. ESL Beginner Plus Unit. Lesson Plans. Reading. Fun!
Introduce your ELLs and lower-level readers to the incredible voyage of the Mayflower in this colorful, fun multi-part text. Perfect for the 400-year anniversary in November 2020! And a great lead-in to Thanksgiving!This key moment in social studies, prior to the establishment of the Plymouth Colony, is brought to life with an accessible illustrated text that clearly explains the core ideas including:Who were the Pilgrims?Why did they come to the New World?What made their voyage so difficult?Wh
Grades:
6th - 12th
Easter Island history unit with reading, writing, and math 3rd 4th grade
Easter Island history unit with reading, writing, and mathLearn all about Easter Island with this 5-day mini-unit! The Islanders who lived on Rapa Nui (Easter Island) were amazing builders, creating huge statues that still exist there today. Students will use reading, writing, and math skills while learning about this remote island culture. The unit is aligned with Common Core, so you can teach with confidence (mostly 4th grade, with some 3rd and 5th grade standards as well).This is one of my ma
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
Little Rock Desegregation Differentiated Reading Passage, September 4
September 4, 1957, African American students attempted to desegregate Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas. Read about the desegregation of Central High and use the questions in standardized test format to check comprehension and help students prepare for high-stakes testing. Each passage contains these types of questions. Main idea Vocabulary Organizational patterns Inference SummarizingNonfiction passages are based on an event which occurred on this day in history. This passage is
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: September Bundle Nonfiction Reading and Comprehension (Differentiated)
EDITABLE Wax Museum Research Project with Rubric & Graphic Organizer Templates
Get your students excited about research reports with this fun and engaging Biography Research project! Students will create a living history wax museum and write a research paper while building their research & writing skills.This engaging and ready-to-go Editable research project provides excellent support to the history, writing, and literacy curriculum to engage students and motivate students for learning. Tie in black history / women's history month, President's Day, or created your th
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6th - 8th
WebQuest "Sled Dog Racing" - Exploring Primary & Secondary Sources - FREE
HIGH-INTEREST TOPIC THAT PUTS READERS AT EASE. NO PREP PRINTABLES AND EASY DISTANCE LEARNING! Meaningful, guided exploration of AUTHENTIC primary & secondary sources that delve into sled dog racing, a historical event. Students read authentic informational text closely to locate central ideas, use critical thinking skills to determine if sources are primary or secondary, and practice reading informational text, a much-needed skill.THIS RESOURCE IS SO ENGAGINGStudents explore official sled do
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5th - 9th
Pi Day Activity | Biographies of Famous Mathematicians - Digital AND Paper
Dive into the world of mathematics this Pi Day with our unique and engaging Mathematician Discovery Worksheets! Perfect for educators looking to inspire and educate their students about the incredible contributions of key figures in mathematics, this resource is a must-have for Pi Day celebrations and beyond. This comprehensive package offers a selection of 10 meticulously crafted worksheets, each dedicated to a different mathematician. From ancient scholars to modern-day geniuses, your students
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4th - 8th
Also included in: Holiday SUPER Bundle for March - Reading & Writing - Print & Digital
US History Towards Civil War Unit BUNDLE
Towards Civil War Unit BUNDLEIncludes EVERY ONE of Mr. Goffs's Towards Civil War Unit Lessons and Activities (Google Drive Resources Included)A $40.00 VALUE FOR ONLY $32.00!! THAT'S 20% OFF!!Towards Civil War Unit1. Towards Civil War Vocabulary Distance Learning2. Comparing & Contrasting the North and the South pre-Civil War Distance Learning3. The Lives of Enslaved People Distance Learning4. The Second Middle Passage Distance Learning5. The Abolitionists Distance Learning6. Early Women's Ri
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7th - 11th
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Platypus PowerPoint with Activity and Study Guide
Get ready to explore the world of the Duck-billed platypus, one of the most bizarre and mysterious mammals in the world from eastern Australia and Tasmania. Platypus facts include that they sport a tail like a beaver, bill and feet like a duck, and lay eggs like a bird! Platypuses give birth to furless babies called puggles. What's Included:One Quick Start GuideOne 23-slide animated PowerPoint (both PPTX and PDF file types)One 20-page fillable student activity and study guideOne 26-page EDITABLE
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3rd - 8th
NGSS:
4-LS1-1
, MS-LS1-4
, 4-LS1-2
The Boston Massacre: Case File
This 1-2 week unit provides students with a hands-on exploration of the events that occurred during the Boston Massacre. By examining actual witness testimonies from the trial, and primary and secondary source images of the event, students will create a final presentation or essay to "prove" who is guilty of the murder of five Bostonians on the night of March 5, 1770. 29 pages. Includes a rubric, primary and secondary sources, student guided note worksheets, and more!
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6th - 8th
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US History Europeans Competing for Colonies
In this lesson, we move beyond Spanish and Portuguese colonization and examine the French and the Dutch colonization and compare their treatment of Native people to the other Europeans that came to the New WorldBellwork: Why did the Europeans explore the new world? What were their reasons for exploring? What were they in search of? What countries explored and created settlements in the Americas?Directions: In-School: Read your assigned passage and fill in your part of the graphic organizer. The
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7th - 11th
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Also included in: US History Age of Exploration Unit BUNDLE
The Plague Past and Present Informational Text with Questions, Primary Sources
Fascinating nonfiction reading and additional critical thinking activities. The topics include the Plague of Justinian (6th Century A.D.), the medieval Black Death, the Third Pandemic (1855), and the bubonic plague today. What you get in this 25-page resource: 4-page reading with critical thinking short answer questions embedded in the text for guided discussion OR written response. Ten paragraphs include the three pandemics, use in war, medical discoveries and treatment, modern cases, preven
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6th - 10th
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Primary vs. Secondary Source Quiz for US History: Chief Powhatan
Can middle school students read and interpret primary sources? YES!
This quiz assesses students' ability to distinguish between primary and secondary sources. It was created in the context of a US History class during a unit on early colonial America.
This quiz includes:
☺ A speech from Chief Powhatan
☺ An encyclopedia excerpt about Chief Powhatan
☺ Analysis questions
☺ Answer Key
**Use this in units on American Colonies, Native Americans, or Colonialism**
Common Core Alignment: This quiz
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: Introduction to Primary & Secondary Sources Bundle
The White House is On Fire - War of 1812 (Teaching Literacy Through History)
In 1814, the British set fire to the White House. The tale of Dolley Madison rescuing the Gilbert Stuart portrait of George Washington is well-known because she wrote an account of it herself. Paul Jennings, a slave at Madison’s Montpelier plantation, also wrote a firsthand account. This lesson provides an opportunity for students to compare/contrast the two accounts and answer the essential questions of "What happens when there are two contradictory eye-witness accounts of the same historica
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4th - 7th
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