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Free high school world history handouts
World Map Activity- Label & Color the Continents and Oceans! (Google Compatible)
Use this Continents & Oceans Map Coloring activity to jump-start your lesson! Each student will make their own, personalized world map that focuses on labeling and coloring the continents and oceans, all while enhancing their knowledge of the earth. After the map activity, your students can test their skills with a blank map assessment! A completed, colored map is included to use as reference. This resource is Google compatible, but the blank map is intended to be printed for coloring and
Grades:
5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations / World Maps BUNDLE- Color & Label Activities!
World History - WORLD WAR I, U.S. History, Emergency Lesson Plan
STRANGE WEAPONS OF WORLD WAR I
The Industrialization of Weaponry
A high interest and a complete learning package that can be easily implemented or used as an emergency lesson plan.
Objectives: Students will be able to:
• Explain how industrialization changed warfare in WWI.
• Identify three strange WWI weapons and the countries that developed them.
• Describe how trench warfare led to the development and use of these weapon.
• Explain the purpose of each weapon and if they were successful.
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7th - 12th
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The Holocaust Reading or Stations Activity: Multiple-Formats
This item has 6 reading sections or cards covering different aspects of the Holocaust. There are questions for the students to answer as they read each section and an answer key is provided.Topics:Anti-Semitism in Germany in the 1930sThe Wannsee ConferenceGhettosDachau and Concentration CampsAuschwitzDeath MarchesI have it in multiple formats so you can utilize a version that works for your classroom (Microsoft Word & Google Docs).The link to Google Versions is in the key section of the Mic
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7th - 12th
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Also included in:Â World War II Unit Bundle: PPT, Activities, Readings, Video Guides, & More.
Why is there conflict in Israel-Palestine?
*This package contains a handout (in four formats: Apple Pages, Word, PDF, and Google Doc) and a PowerPoint (also available as an Apple Keynote). *You may edit the Word Doc to meet your students’ needs.*You may copy+paste and/or adapt the following information into your lesson plans.GLOBAL 10, UNIT 7DECOLONIZATION AND NATIONALISMLESSON 10AIM: Why is there conflict in Israel-Palestine?ACTIVITY 1 -- DO NOWStudents will analyze a series of maps of Israel-Palestine from the 1940s-2000s and answer qu
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9th - 12th
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Why Study History? - Guided Reading Activity - Great Introduction to History!
This activity is a wonderful introduction to the study of history. It provides 4 key reasons it is vital to study history. The worksheet is designed to be engaging and help students realize history is fun! The four reasons to study history are listed with a brief student friendly description for each one. Each reason to study history also has a short response question. The questions are designed to create class discussions and guide students to the realization that history is fun and import
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4th - 12th
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Women During World War II Reading or Stations Activity
This item comes with 6 separate cards or sections detailing the contributions women made during World War II. It highlights women in the Soviet Union, United States, and the United Kingdom while also speaking about women in other locations. There are 6 questions for students to answer when reading each card. An answer key is provided.I have it in multiple formats so you can utilize a version that works for your classroom (PDF & Google Docs).The link to Google Versions is in the key sectio
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7th - 12th
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Also included in:Â World War II Unit Bundle: PPT, Activities, Readings, Video Guides, & More.
Columbian Exchange Worksheet
Columbian Exchange Worksheet with map/graphic and corresponding questions. This easy to complete resource will help your students understand the Columbian Exchange. FREE Resource for your World History Class!No Prep Required/Sub Plan Ready - Just Print and Go! - You may edit this assignment, but it's ready to go as is!How will this help me and my students?Save yourself time by downloading this ready-made high-quality resourceEngage students with a resource that has easy to complete while at the
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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FREE Current Events Worksheet
This generic one page current events handout works with any newspaper article and is a fun way for students to record what they learned. It's perfect for busy teachers who need a print-and-go worksheet for current events.*********************************************************************You might also like:Doodle Notes and Coloring PagesMore FreebiesNo Prep Emergency Sub Plans for any U.S. or World History ClassCurrent Events Project*************************************************************
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6th - 12th
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Country Research Project Rubric and Packet
This is an original rubric and research packet to photocopy and give to students when doing a country research project. I created it for my middle school world geography class but it can be used by any social studies teacher or English teacher who wants students to complete a thorough research project.
The research packet includes a rubric with fill-in-the-blank due dates for each section. There is space for notes and citations of each general category (history, economics, culture, physical ge
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Grades:
6th - 12th
The Code of Hammurabi (Student Friendly Version) - 6th Grade Social Studies
20 of the 282 laws set forth by Hammurabi in Ancient Mesopotamia. I created this when I couldn't find a document that matched the Lexile level of my students one year.
Grades:
5th - 10th
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High School US History Timeline Handout
UPDATED through 2016! This EDITABLE handout is a timeline that lists all the key events of US History from 1877-Present. Great for end of year review OR beginning of the year overview. Editable Word Doc so you can add or subtract events, people and terms as needed!Great for STAAR prep, EOC Prep, Final Exam Prep, and Test ReviewHow to get TpT credit to use on future purchases:Leave feedback on each purchase! Beside your downloads on your My Purchases page you'll see a Provide Feedback button.
Grades:
8th - 12th
How was French society unequal in 1789? (French Revolution: The Estates System)
*This package contains a handout (in four formats: Apple Pages, Word, PDF, and Google Doc) and a PowerPoint (also available as an Apple Keynote). *You may edit the Word Doc to meet your students’ needs.*You may copy+paste and/or adapt the following information into your lesson plans.GLOBAL HISTORY 10, UNIT 1ENLIGHTENMENT AND REVOLUTIONLESSON 5AIM: How was French society unequal in 1789?✅ ACTIVITY 1 — DO NOW: Students will compare and contrast a standard peasants' home to the Palace of Versailles
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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World Civilizations: Ancient Egypt Crossword Puzzle
The professional-looking Ancient Egypt Crossword Puzzle contains two versions of the puzzle for differentiation. One version has a word bank, the other version does not. The answer key is also included. This puzzle is great as a vocabulary builder, review, or enhanced learning activity for any Ancient Egypt unit. This puzzle includes 40 vocabulary terms such as: Natron, Gold Leaf, Gild, Incense, Ra, Anubis, Oasis, Book of the Dead, Nile, mummification, cartouche, etc.
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7th - 10th
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Greek Gods and Goddesses Cheat Sheet | Notebook Posters
Greek gods and goddesses cheat sheet for students' notebook and binders. These mini-posters can be quick references for students when studying and reviewing greek mythology.Resource includes: Full-sized poster 8 ½ X 11 Min poster 6 x 4Gods and Goddesses covered:AphroditeApolloAresArtemisAthenaHadesHephaestusHeraHermesHestiaPoseidonZeusVisit my website to sign up for free social studies weekly newsletters and access to exclusive freebies!How to get TPT credit to use on future purchases:• Please
Grades:
6th - 12th
East Asia Map Labeling Freebie
A simple, fill in the blank map of East Asia with prompts to label all major physical features, bodies of water, and countries:"Label the Countries:· China· North Korea· South Korea· Japan· Taiwan· MongoliaLabel the Bodies of Water:· Yellow Sea· East China Sea· Sea of Japan· Pacific Ocean· South China SeaDraw and Label the Physical Features:· North China Plain· Tibetan Plateau· Gobi Desert· Yellow River· Yangtze River· Mongolian Plateau" Compatible with most maps on classroom set of Atlas's or
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4th - 10th
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European Middle Ages Vocabulary Unit
This is the 4th complete vocabulary unit in my world history series. It serves as an organizational tool and framework for a unit on the European Middle Ages. This method provides students with the consistency they need to reinforce vital content vocabulary concepts in an entertaining manner. You Get:- An ideas for implementation and differentiation page- A unit organizer with essential questions, vocabulary, and topics list (EDITABLE)- A vocabulary list with definitions (EDITABLE)- A vocabulary
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7th - 10th
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Also included in:Â World History Complete Vocabulary Units Bundle: 12 Units!
GRAPES of Civilization Poster and Graphic Organizer FREEBIE
Do you use GRAPES to teach world history and civilizations? This Customer appreciation freebie provides you with a quick reference min-poster and two different graphic organizer for you to use in your social studies classes!
GRAPES stand for: Geography, Religion, Accomplishments, Politics, Economics, and Society. Have students identify each element in any culture they are studying!
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Grades:
4th - 11th
FREEBIE Ancient Egypt One Pager Activity
One pagers are at review to use in the classroom! My students love to use on pagers because it gives them freedom in how their reviews look. In a one pager, students complete the required items on a checklist to fill up one side of a paper.This is a Freebie, but you can find the full version hereThis one pager is based off of the: Florida state standards SS.6.W.2.6 Determine the contributions of key figures from ancient Egypt.SS.6.W.2.5: Summarize important achievements of Egyptian civilization.
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4th - 12th
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Boy in the Striped Pajamas Movie Questions
Level 1 and level 2 comprehension questions for the film, The Boy in the Striped Pajamas. These questions can be used to guide comprehension throughout the film. They are aimed at helping students make sense of the horrors of concentration camps and actively watch the film. The questions make explicit that the camps were marketed as something different than what they were and will help students understand what happened in the camps. They are best used in a history class, as they do not focus on
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9th - 11th
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First Day of School 20 Questions Icebreaker Activity
Get to know your students in 20 questions! As students enter the classroom, teachers can give each student this handout and have them begin answering the questions. While students work on this activity at the start of class on the first day, the teacher can circulate and learn names, take attendance, establish seating charts and get everyone situated. The questions allow teachers to learn names quickly by discovering unique things about each student.Versions included:Google Docs (make a copy to
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7th - 12th
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World War II Map Activity
This map activity has students label and color the Axis and Allied powers, as well as match the leader with their country.
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5th - 10th
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Blank World Map for K-12 country / continent education and learning
Great teacher resource for teaching students basic world geography and countries/continents of the world. This free download can be printed and distributed to your students to fill-in continent or country names.
Grades:
1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The French Revolution - The Reign of Terror - Guillotine
Reading comprension worksheets about the The Reign of Terror and the Guillotine. Please support my free resources by leaving feedback. It is greatly appreciated. Thank YouThe French Revolution - The Causes - The Storming of BastilleTHE RENAISSANCE MOVEMENT - World HistoryCauses of the American Revolution - U.S. HistoryVietnam War - The Cold WarTHE COLD WAR - Communism - The Soviet Union - Containment - Iron CurtainPEARL HARBOR ATTACK - World War IIThank YouMichael
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7th - 10th
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Columbian Exchange Reading Comprehension
The following is a reading comprehension on the Columbian Exchange. It would be best used in a middle school classroom but could be adapted to meet the needs of high school classroom as well. The reading does a nice job of introducing the topic and helping students apply it to their lives. It also includes several short answer style questions. The questions were created to help students think critically and use details from the text to prove their answers. The reading be used as an in clas
Grades:
7th - 9th
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