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European history Common Core RI.6.1 handouts
Purpose of the European Union Reading & Writing Activity (SS6E8, SS6E8d) GSE
Your students will love learning about the purpose of the European Union with this engaging, no prep reading activity! This is perfect for adding literacy to your social studies curriculum because it’s academically-aligned for ELA and for social studies. Plus, it’s so easy to use that you can even leave it for sub plans!The objective of this activity is for students to be able to describe the purpose of the European Union and the relationship between member nations. This objective and resources
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4th - 6th
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Also included in:Â Voluntary Trade in Europe BUNDLE (SS6E8, SS6E8a, SS6E8b, SS6E8c, SS6E8d)
The Crusades: An Introduction: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
In this lesson students will be introduced to the Crusades. This is an introductory lesson which shows how and why the Crusades began, as well as the importance of the Holy Land to Christians, Jews and Muslims. Throughout the lesson there are images, maps, charts, a brief history of the Crusades and comprehension questions for students to complete.Updated January 2024 to include a PDF version!Check out my other Middle Ages products below!Middle Ages Bundle: Crusades, Feudalism, Charlemagne, Blac
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6th - 10th
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The Holocaust: An Introduction: World War 2: Reading Passages + Comprehension
Students will be able to identify the origins and the effects of the Holocaust. Students will be introduced to the basic ideas that initiated the Holocaust, and the consequences it had for Jewish people. Throughout the lesson there are short readings (on the Holocaust, the Ghettos, Concentration Camps, etc). After each section students will annotate their findings. Throughout the lesson there are images, a map and a graph that accompany the text.All of my WW2 and Holocaust related lesson and act
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6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â World War 2 Bundle: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities + Worksheets
Middle Ages Bundle: Crusades, Feudalism, Charlemagne, Black Plague, Genghis Khan
This NO PREP Middle Ages unit bundle contains seven different lessons: 1) Charlemagne. 2) Christianity During the Middle Ages. 3) Feudalism During the Middle Ages. 4) Genghis Khan - Mongol Ruler. 5) Black Death - The Bubonic Plague. 6)The Crusades - An Introduction. 7)The Differences Between the Dark Ages and The Medieval Ages. Throughout the lessons there are writing prompts for each lesson, graphics, illustrations, readings and articles, maps, as well as several comprehension questions per les
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6th - 10th
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Vikings: The Origins, Raiders & Geography: Reading Passages + Activities
This is an introduction to the Vikings. Specifically, students will practice their map skills and identify where the Vikings originated from, as well as where their main settlements and lands conquered were. Students will also read about both the reasons why the Vikings sought to conquer nearby lands, as well as the brutal methods they used to accomplish this.UPDATED: August 2023 with a PDF version of the product also included!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-s
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6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Vikings: Mini Bundle of Lessons: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
World War 2: Causes & Effects: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
In this lesson students will be introduced to World war 2. Students will write about the causes, the war itself, the eventual outcome and aftermath. Students will reads texts ranging from the German expansion to the bombing of Pearl Harbor, etc. Throughout the lesson there are opportunities for students to answer text-based question, as well as images, a map, a graph and a timeline of the key events of the war. This lesson is differentiated and the lesson plans indicates the higher/lower level r
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6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â World War 2 Bundle: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities + Worksheets
Charlemagne During the Middle Ages: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
In this lesson students will learn about Charlemagne and the impact he had on the Middle Ages. The students will learn about the laws, beliefs and policies that Charlemagne instituted during his reign, as well what happened to the empire after his death. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, a map, readings and comprehension questions for students to complete.Updated January 2024 to include a PDF version!Check out my other Middle Ages products below!Middle Age
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6th - 10th
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The Black Death: The Bubonic Plague During the Middle Ages: Reading Passages
In this lesson students will learn about The Black Death (the Bubonic Plague) that ravaged and killed an enormous portion of people in Europe during the middle ages. The lesson discusses the causes, the disastrous effects and the long lasting impact it had on people during the middle ages and even today. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, a detailed map, a chart, several texts, illustrations and comprehension questions for students to complete.Updated January 2024 to incl
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6th - 10th
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Feudalism During the Middle Ages: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
In this lesson students will learn about the role Feudalism played during the Middle Ages. Students will learn about the hierarchy of the Feudal system, as well as the rights, restrictions and obligations each group had. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, a social pyramids, readings and comprehension questions for students to complete.Updated January 2024 to include a PDF version!Check out my other Middle Ages products below!Middle Ages Bundle: Crusades, Feudalism, Charle
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6th - 10th
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Vikings: Warfare & the Berserkers: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
In this lesson students will learn about the methods the Vikings used to conquer other lands and people. Specifically, they will read about the famed 'Berserkers', who are most synonymous with Viking Warfare. There are short response questions through the reads, a writing prompt to start the class, a map of invaded lands to analyze and a Viking crossword with the answer key.UPDATED: August 2023 with a PDF version of the product also included!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in o
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6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Vikings: Mini Bundle of Lessons: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
Christianity During the Middle Ages: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
In this lesson students will learn about the effect Christianity had on people and policies during the Middle Ages. Students will learn about how Christianity spread throughout Europe after the fall of the Roman Empire, Missionaries, Monks, the persecution of Jewish People and the Spanish Inquisition. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, a pie chart, illustrations, a map, readings and comprehension questions for students to complete.Updated January 2024 to include a PDF version!Check
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6th - 10th
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Crusades History Makers Speak Primary Sources (Pope Urban II, Saladin, Richard)
Crusades History Makers Speak Primary Sources (Pope Urban II, Saladin, Richard)Thank you considering this fully editable product!The Crusades the most significant series of wars in the Middle Ages. I love to use this primary source activity in my World History classes. It really gets the students talking to one another, and is wonderful for small-group collaborative learning and class discussions. This is perfect for a Jr. High or High School class. This product will enable your students to lear
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Hernan Cortes Visits Tenochtitlan
The Tenochtitlan Market of the Aztec Empire receives a visit from Hernan Cortes! This 12 page packet contains Hernan Cortes' letter written about the market, as well as primary sources for review.This packet includes:Primary Sources: Hernan Cortes' letter written about Tenochtitlan, a photograph of causeways, and a photograph of Hernan Cortes. All include 2 - 4 comprehensive questions that follow, allowing students to inquire about Hernan Cortes.Vocabulary grids including 10 words about Tenocht
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4th - 6th
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Marco Polo: An Introduction & His Importance: Reading Passages + Geography
Students will be introduced to the famous and important explorer, Marco Polo. Students will read both about his life, adventures and contributions, as well as his importance in introducing many new ideas to the west (that he learned about in the east). All readings are accompanied by multiple choice questions and a written activity is included at the end. Throughout the lesson there are maps, images, prompts, spots for annotations and short answer responses.--> Want all of my ancient civiliza
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6th - 10th
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Spanish & French Exploration of the New World - Hernando Cortes Jacques Cartier
In this lesson students will learn about the Spanish and French exploration of the New World. Specifically, students will learn about Hernando Cortes voyage to Mexico and subsequent conquering of the Aztec. Additionally, students will also learn about Jacques Cartier's voyage to Canada and search for a pass through the continent to the Pacific Ocean. Throughout the lesson there are articles, maps, pictures and comprehension questions for students to complete.Updated December 2023 to include a PD
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6th - 10th
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The Differences Between the Dark Ages and the Medieval Ages - Middle Ages
In this lesson students will learn about the shift from the Dark Ages to the Middle Ages, and the major improvement in life (at this time) this resulted in. In this lesson students will learn about the improvement in food, clothes, culture, etc. Throughout the lesson there are maps, articles, pictures, charts and comprehension questions for students to complete.Updated January 2024 to include a PDF version!Check out my other Middle Ages products below!Middle Ages Bundle: Crusades, Feudalism, Cha
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6th - 10th
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The Pantheon of Ancient Rome: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
Students will be able to identify what the Pantheon is and its purpose in ancient Rome. Students will also analyze what changes this building went through why this change is significant to understanding Rome. Students will then connect the content to themselves by looking at their own neighborhood and determining why changes have been made and what it says about their neighborhood.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
The Vikings Gods & Goddesses of Norse Mythology: Reading Passages + Activities
This is an introduction to the Gods and Goddesses of Norse Mythology, including Thor, Odin, Loki and others. UPDATED: August 2023 with a PDF version of the product also included!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesVikings Bundle - Mini Unit of Lessons (8)Vikings - Mini Bundle of Lessons (3) Viking Society and CultureViking Women, Their Food and Their Feasts!Viking Traders, Merchants and Their Mar
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6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Vikings Bundle: Mini Unit of 8 Lessons: Reading Passages and Activities
Viking Traders, Merchants & Their Markets: Reading Passages Printable Activities
In this lesson students will learn about the Vikings as traders, merchants and the markets they created. Students will learn about which goods the Vikings used to trade, sell and what items they were looking for in return. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, a map, readings and comprehension questions for students to complete.UPDATED: August 2023 with a PDF version of the product also included!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE mon
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6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Vikings Bundle: Mini Unit of 8 Lessons: Reading Passages and Activities
Viking Lifestyles: How They Lived & Died: Reading Passages + Activities
In this lesson students will learn about the lifestyle of Vikings. Specifically, students will read about some of the occupations the Vikings had, as well the lengths they went to to ensure their people had food and their burial rituals after death. The lesson includes three articles for students to read, as well short response questions and a writing prompt to start the class.UPDATED: August 2023 with a PDF version of the product also included!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units i
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6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Vikings: Mini Bundle of Lessons: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
Ancient Greece & Rome Bundle: 42 Lessons & Activities: Reading Passages
The Ancient Greece Unit is a bundle of 24 different lessons:1) Alexander the Great2) Ancient Greek Warfare3) Choosing a Greek City State - Athens or Sparta4) Daily Life in Ancient Greece5) Education in Ancient Greece6) Greek Myth - Medusa,Perseus, Athen and Theseus7) Greek Myth - Pandoras Box and Prometheus8) Greek Myth - The Story of Narcissus and Echo9) Hercules - His Life, Times and Legacy10) Life in Athens11) Life in Sparta12) Monarchy and Oligarchy in Greece13) Myth - Prosperpina, Ceres an
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6th - 12th
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Viking Women, Their Food & Their Feasts! Reading Passages + Printable Activities
In this lesson students will learn about the role of women in Viking culture, and how it was vastly different from women in other parts of Europe, in terms of their rights and responsibilities. Students will also learn about typical Viking food, their culinary customs and of course, their famous feasts.UPDATED: August 2023 with a PDF version of the product also included!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Savin
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6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Vikings Bundle: Mini Unit of 8 Lessons: Reading Passages and Activities
Viking Kings & Rulers: Social Hierarchy: Reading Passages + Activities
In this lesson students will learn about some of the most important Kings and rulers of the Vikings. Students will learn about the role they played in advancing Viking civilization, as well as the Viking social hierarchy. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, readings and comprehension questions for students to complete.UPDATED: August 2023 with a PDF version of the product also included!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-savin
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6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Vikings Bundle: Mini Unit of 8 Lessons: Reading Passages and Activities
World War 2: An In-Depth Examination: Reading Passages, Comprehension Activities
In this lesson students will be able to identify the causes and effects of World War 2, as well provide written textual evidence as to whether they believe it was a justifiable war. Throughout the lesson there are images, maps, graphs and extension activities (unsolved mystery of Pearl Harbor; secret WW2 memo; women during the war). The readings are differentiated for all, as is indicated in the lesson plan, which is also included. All of my WW2 and Holocaust related lesson and activities are li
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8th - 12th
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Also included in:Â World War 2 Bundle: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities + Worksheets
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Find European History resources | TPT
Take your students on a journey through European history with TPT! If you’re an educator or parent looking for printable or digital resources to help your student learn about European history, we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re teaching about the Renaissance, the Age of Exploration, or the World Wars, there are plenty of high-quality TPT resources at your fingertips to teach European history to your students.
European history activities to try
Here are a few examples of the different types of activities and lessons you can find on TPT to help teach students about European history:
Centers & Stations
Through the use of centers, students can collaborate and discuss topics and content they examine for various eras in European history. For example, you could have students navigate through a handful of centers or stations to help them learn about different elements of the Renaissance period, including influential cities, leaders, and artists. Or, to help them learn about the key figures and milestones of the French Revolution.
Map Making
With map-making activities you can not only teach students about European history, but also incorporate geography into your lessons. As they label and color maps, students can learn about important places in Europe and how European countries have expanded (and fallen) over time. For example, you could have students make maps of Europe before and after World War I to identify how the conflict impacted Europe.
Primary Source Analysis
One of the best ways to learn about European history is through historical documents, letters, diaries, art, and literature. Encourage students to use these firsthand accounts to gain a deeper understanding about European people and events. For instance, you can have students read excerpts from the works of Enlightenment philosophers — like Mary Wollstonecraft — and how they contributed to the political thinking of the time.
Research Projects
Have students research and present on a specific topic of European history, like the Age of Exploration. For example, ask students to choose a famous European Explorer to research, and have them write a short biography of that person or create a short video or presentation about their achievements and legacy.
Frequently asked questions for teaching European history
What is taught in European history?
In European history courses, students are taught about the cultural, economic, political, and social milestones that shaped Europe from the Middle Ages until the present.
What types of European History resources are available on TPT?
There are many different types of European history resources sold by Sellers on TPT — from interactive notebooks to gallery walks.
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