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Free high school social studies guided reading books
Special Education Social Studies Great Depression Reading Comprehension
This Great Depression worksheet was made for my 7th-grade special education social studies and my ESL students to help them understand the topic. This simple Great Depression reading with visuals and questions is great for general education for ESL middle and high school students, or special education.Images are shown for new vocabulary words. Reading Comprehension Questions at the end of the reading to check for understanding. This Social Studies Worksheet Covers:Stock Market CrashHoovervillesD
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6th - 9th
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Social Justice Close Reading Passage with Comp. Quest. and Writing Prompt
This is an original social justice writing piece free for a limited time. Please try it, and let me know what you think. Feedback and ratings GREATLY appreciated.
This informational passage is great for using as a close reading. The text features complex vocabulary and sentence structure and is fully aligned to the 7-10 ELA standards. It is a complete ready-to-use package designed with comprehension questions developed using Bloom's Higher Order Thinking Skills. (Each question is labeled accor
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7th - 10th
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Emancipation Proclamation and its Effects
A reading with guided questions and a prompt about the Emancipation and its Effects, especially related to slaves and African Americans during the Civil War. Works perfect for in person or Virtual Learning.-Reading with Guided Questions-Writing Prompt★Feel free to leave a review letting me know both what worked and if there is anything that could be improved! Thank you. [Pieces of this have been taken from outside resources found online and modified to fit my classroom. This is posted for free s
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6th - 12th
Global 1: The Scientific Revolution Guided Reading
Packet includes comprehensive yet compact paragraphs summarizing key data. Worksheet includes space for students to write their answers right on the page. Each worksheet is complete with images for visual learners and multiple reading comprehension questions.
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9th - 11th
Also included in: Global 1: Complete Curriculum
James Monroe Reading Passage and Activities & Distance Learning
***Updated to include digital versions (Google Docs) for Distanced Learning***Finding aligned, grade level, reading passages is difficult. I have written a one-page synopsis of the Monroe Presidency to use in the classroom. The activities include: guided reading questions to increase comprehension, a poster activity for ELLs and Visual learners, and an essay with one higher-order thinking prompt for advanced students. This resource is perfect for:Close Reading Strategies:Using this passage
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6th - 11th
Jacob Riis, How The Other Half Lives- Progressive Era
This is a staple to any Progressive Era Unit! This is a day long source analysis activity that helps students built their analysis skills, while teaching them about this pivotal work. It is currently designed for whole class instruction with a gradual release to independence, but can very easily be adapted into station work.
Included is the source analysis guide, and PP with instructions, and images to match each excerpt.
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7th - 10th
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Spanish American War: Puerto Rico- Free Reading Teach History That Matters
Only one year after Spain granted Puerto Rico self-rule, American troops raise the U.S. flag over the Caribbean nation, formalizing U.S. authority over the island’s one million inhabitants.In July 1898, near the end of the Spanish-American War, William McKinley launched U.S. forces to Puerto Rico, for an invasion of an 108-mile-long, 40-mile-wide island that was one of Spain’s two principal possessions in the Caribbean. With little resistance and only seven American deaths, U.S. troops were able
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8th - 12th
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US History: The Reconstruction Amendments
Packet includes comprehensive yet compact paragraphs summarizing key data. Worksheet includes space for students to write their answers right on the page. Each worksheet is complete with images for visual learners and multiple reading comprehension questions.
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11th - 12th
Also included in: US History: Complete Curriculum Bundle
Global 1: Ferdinand Magellan Age of Exploration Reading & Socratic Seminar
Comprehensive guided reading packet on the exploits of Ferdinand Magellan during the Age of Exploration.
Two separate readings: One paints Magellan in a heroic light while the other makes him out to be a villain. Students are presented with points and counterpoints to argue one side or the other in a Socratic Seminar activity.
Packet includes compressed, simplified text covering key ideas with writing space for students to answer reading comp questions right on the page.
Each paragraph of info
Grades:
9th - 10th
Also included in: Global 1: Complete Curriculum
El lago Titicaca Lectura | Spanish Indigenous Reading **FREEBIE**
This 3-page file includes:~A reading about the amazing lake Titicaca of Bolivia! It includes one paragraph each on: the size and altitude of the lake, the importance it has played in the lives of the indigenous people that have lived there for centuries, the unique animals that inhabit the lake. Also included is a full glossary of new vocabulary.~A worksheet with 8 reading comprehension questions in Spanish.~Answer key.Level: Spanish 2+Editable word fileA great complement to the cultural study o
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9th - 12th
Unit 8 - American Imperialism Reading - SSUSH14
Provide readings for students to better understand and summarize the Imperialism, Anti-Imperialist, Spanish-American War, Panama Canal, and the Roosevelt Corollary.These guided readings are adapted from state resources and study guides. They replace textbooks in my class. They provide a brief summary of every concept in a standard. Each unit covers two standards. I have one Guided reading per standard. They have unit assignment numbers of .2 & .3 for each unit. To get the entire student port
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9th - 12th
Also included in: US HISTORY GUIDED READINGS BUNDLE
Gen Z Explains - American Wars - The French and Indian War (with Activity)
Gen-Z Explains French and Indian War Teaching ResourceElevate your U.S. history classroom experience with our innovative teaching resource designed for Gen-Z engagement. Unleash the power of student-driven learning as they unravel the complexities of the French and Indian War through a fresh lens.Key Features:Gen-Z Perspective: Dive into history through the eyes of Gen-Z as we pose the question, "What if my students explained what happened in the French and Indian War?" Our resource takes a stud
Grades:
6th - 11th
Also included in: Gen Z Explains - American Wars - 14 War Bundle
Ricky Martin Biografía: Spanish Biography on Puerto Rican Singer **FREEBIE**
This 3-page file includes:~A biography of the famous Puerto Rican singer Ricky Martin. It includes information on his early life in Puerto Rico, his singing career, personal life and famous hit songs as well as his charity work. The reading includes a full glossary of new vocabulary.~A worksheet with 10 reading comprehension questions.~Answer Key. Level: Spanish 2 (Mostly in past tenses)
Grades:
9th - 11th
Annexation of Hawaii Free Reading: Teach History That Matters
On January 17, 1893, the conspirators announced the overthrow of the queen's government. To avoid bloodshed, Queen Lydia Kamakaeha Liliuokalani yielded her sovereignty and called upon the U.S. government "to undo the actions of its representatives." The U.S. government refused to help her regain her throne. When she died in 1917, Hawaii was an American territory. In 1959, Hawaii became the 50th state after a plebiscite in which 90 percent of the islanders supported statehood.Tell your students t
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8th - 12th
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Unit 5 - Dividing a Nation Reading - SSUSH8
Provide readings for students to better understand and summarize the Missouri Compromise, James Polk, Manifest Destiny, "54'40 or Fight", Annexation of Texas, Mexican-American War, Wilmot Proviso, Mexican Cession, Compromise of 1850, Kansas-Nebraska Act, Popular Sovereignty, Bleeding Kansas, Dred Scott, Scott v Sanford, John Brown's Raid on Harper's Ferry, Election of 1860, and Secession.These guided readings are adapted from state resources and study guides. They replace textbooks in my class.
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9th - 12th
Also included in: US HISTORY GUIDED READINGS BUNDLE
Titanic Engineered Text | ESL | Close Reading | Writing | Speaking | History
Support you ELs and ALL students with this engineered social studies text about the Titanic. This resource includes:- 2 page engineered text with learning targets, during reading tasks, bold print, and visuals to support vocabulary understanding- 1 page comprehension quiz- 1 page speaking sentence frames to use during or after reading- 4 vocabulary cards to print and laminate- 3 levels of vocabulary graphic organizers - KWL chart for before and after reading- Summary sentence writing with vocabu
Grades:
2nd - 12th
Civil War: Strengths and Weaknesses of the North and South
A reading with guided questions and a final writing prompt on the strength and weaknesses (advantages and disadvantages) of North and South. It also introduces new technology of the Civil War and asks students to explain how they think it affected the war. The final writing prompt asks students to decide which side had the bigger advantage and also use 2 pieces of evidence to support their answer. I did this in Virtual Learning but it would work with in person or online. -No prep needed -Advanta
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6th - 12th
Gen Z Explains - American Wars - World War II (with Activity)
Gen-Z Explains World War II Teaching ResourceRevolutionize your U.S. history classroom with our dynamic teaching resource designed to captivate the Gen-Z audience. Immerse students in the complexities of World War II through a modern lens, prompting them to explore the question, "What if my students explained World War II?"Key Features:Gen-Z Perspective: Embrace a contemporary approach to historical exploration with our resource that empowers students to take the lead in explaining World War II.
Grades:
6th - 11th
Also included in: Gen Z Explains - American Wars - 14 War Bundle
Unit 4 - Age of Jackson Reading - SSUSH7
Provide readings for students to better understand and summarize the Andrew Jackson - Expansion of Suffrage, Indian Removal Act, Nullification Crisis, Henry Clay - American System, National Bank, Roads and Canals Second Great Awakening - Temperance Movement, Public School Movement, Women's Movement, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Abolitionist Movement - Nat Turners Rebellion.These guided readings are adapted from state resources and study guides. They replace textbooks in my class. They provide a brief
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Also included in: US HISTORY GUIDED READINGS BUNDLE
Unit 7 - Progressive Era Reading - SSUSH13
Provide readings for students to better understand and summarize the Progressive Era, Muckrakers, Jane Addams - Hull House, Plessy v Ferguson, NAACP, Conservation Movement, 17th Amendment, Labor Laws, and Election Reform.These guided readings are adapted from state resources and study guides. They replace textbooks in my class. They provide a brief summary of every concept in a standard. Each unit covers two standards. I have one Guided reading per standard. They have unit assignment numbers of
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Also included in: US HISTORY GUIDED READINGS BUNDLE
Muddy: The Story of Blues Legend Muddy Waters
This is a great resource for music and history and builds emotional awareness. The story can be read to the students while they answer the questions. I prefer to use this YouTube link. The actual music of Muddy Waters supports the reader. Here is a synopsis of the book from Amazon.A picture book celebration of the indomitable Muddy Waters, a blues musician whose fierce and electric sound laid the groundwork for what would become rock and roll.Muddy Waters was never good at doing what he was told
Grades:
3rd - 12th
Traditional Drinks of Latin America Cultural Reading **FREEBIE** (In English)
This 3-page file includes:~A cultural reading about traditional Latin American drinks: Chicha, Horchata, Yerba Mate, Atole, Cacao. It includes one paragraph about the history, cultural significance and common ingredients of each of these drinks.~A worksheet with 8 reading comprehension questions.~Answer key.Makes for a great sub plan, or an adjunct to your unit on Latin/Hispanic food!NOTE: This reading is in English, I also offer a similar reading in Spanish in my store.
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7th - 10th
Unit 8 - Imperialism Guided Reading
The guided readings are adapted from state resources and study guides. They replace textbooks in my class. They provide a brief summary of every concept in a standard. Each unit covers two standards. I have one Guided reading per standard. They have unit assignment numbers of .2 & .3 for each unit. HEADINGS IN THIS READING; Forces of Unification, Otto Von Bismarck, German Unification, Japanese Unification, Meiji Restoration, Imperialism, Theory of Social Darwinism, Theory of White Man’s Burd
Grades:
9th - 12th
Also included in: Unit 8 - Industrialization & Imperialism- WHOLE UNIT BUNDLE
Unit 4 - Early Republic Reading - SSUSH6
Provide readings for students to better understand and summarize the Presidency of George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and James Monroe. Topics range from the central issues of the election of 1800, to the Louisiana Purchase, and the War of 1812. This article gives a quality summary of relevant topics during the early republic.These guided readings are adapted from state resources and study guides. They replace textbooks in my class. They provide a brief summary of e
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Also included in: US HISTORY GUIDED READINGS BUNDLE
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