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6th grade social studies homework for Google Apps
Comparing Economic Systems Worksheet: Capitalism Vs. Communism
This simple worksheet on communism and capitalism provides the definition of each with a graphic and then has students explain the differences, benefits, and similarities of them. This is an excellent homework activity for students to complete on their own prior to teaching this Cold War Timeline Lesson.Great for younger, special education, or ELL students because it attempts to make complex issues simple to understand.Both an answer key and editable Google Doc version of the resource are now in
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4th - 8th
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Child Labor in the Industrial Revolution Reading Comprehension Worksheet
This is a one page print & digital reading comprehension worksheet on child labor during the Industrial Revolution. No prep and ready to use, this concise yet informative reading passage is perfect for homework or sub plans! A digital Google Doc version is included with purchase. The link can be found on the answer key.
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5th - 12th
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Grade 6 PAT Prep Bundle (Distance Learning)
Hello! This resource is Alberta curriculum aligned and is designed to help prepare your students for the grade 6 PAT. This bundle is a combination of 6 volumes, making it six weeks worth of Math, Science, and Social questions. This resource also comes equipped with response sheets for students, an answer key, a "how to study" guide, and a spot to jot notes on what students need extra help on. **Newly Added- We have now added a digital version of our PAT Prep via Google Slides. This allows you to
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6th
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Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day Digital Lesson
For a PAPER BASED version, click hereThis is a digital presentation about Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day. This topic is very controversial right now and the presentation I created is from an unbiased point of view.The slides teach students a brief history of both days and WHY people choose to celebrate either holiday.The slideshow contains 1 cover page, 8 slides with information, and 2 slides for student work (compare and contrast / comprehension questions).AUDIO BUTTONS are included.*
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1st - 8th
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Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief Reading Questions
For the novel Percy Jackson and The Lightning Thief, The Lightning Thief Chapter Questions supplies homework, facilitate guided reading groups, or stimulate reading analysis for each chapter. The document has 22 assignments - one for each chapter of the book - and each assignment includes 7-8 questions aligned to CCSS ELA skills. The Lightning Thief Chapter Questions - Snapshot of Included Resources:22 Literary Analysis Assignments7-8 Questions per AssignmentVisualization Section22 Mini-Quizzes
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief Novel Study
Reformation Activity: Comparing the Beliefs of Catholics and Protestants
This Protestant Reformation worksheet includes a one page reading that compares the basic beliefs of Roman Catholics and Protestants in terms of purgatory, communion, salvation etc. Students then complete a conversation between a Protestant monk and Roman Catholic in which the two discuss their beliefs.This is an excellent activity for students to understand the basic differences for what many students today see as all Christians. I use this activity while covering the Protestant Reformation and
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5th - 10th
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Niccolo Machiavelli's, The Prince Primary Source Activity + Google Apps Version
Niccolo Machiavelli’s The Prince Primary Source Worksheet teaches students Machiavelli’s rules on being a Renaissance leader. Excerpts from his infamous book focus on whether it is better to be loved or feared, and a prince’s expertise on war. This can be used in class or as homework as it’s a completely stand alone assignment. It also makes good substitute plans.** Includes Google Apps version of worksheet for distance learningSave some money by getting this with the entire unit including Po
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
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Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief Nonfiction Close Readings
The Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief Nonfiction Readings will help students develop and apply literary skills while reading informational texts that build background knowledge about Ancient Greece. The Common Core aligned questions will see students engage in text dependent analysis. Moreover, the close readings correspond with the contents of the Percy Jackson narrative, which will allow you to supplement your instruction of a novel study. Percy Jackson Lightning Thief Nonfiction Readings
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief Novel Study
La Fecha Spanish Date Months of the Year Activities Spanish Worksheets Practice
This is a money-saving bundle of 10 resources for Spanish date / la fecha. SAVE 25%! Please read the descriptions below and download the preview for a closer look of each resouce.⭐ Spanish Date La Fecha Practice Partner Activity with Celebrity BirthdaysThis is a communicative information gap partner activity to practice the Spanish date / La Fecha using Celebrity Birthdays. This activity allows students to practice saying and understanding the date in an engaging way using celebrity birthdays.Th
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6th - 11th
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Interactive Map: The Underground Railroad
This resource is a Google Form and Doc linked to an interactive map on The Underground Railroad.The Underground Railroad was a network of secret routes and safe houses used by enslaved African Americans in the 19th century to escape slavery in the South and reach freedom in the North or Canada. The network was established in the late 18th century and reached its peak between the 1830s and the Civil War.Students will analyze the interactive map then complete the 9 reading comprehension questions
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6th - 11th
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Also included in: Society and Culture Before the Civil War (1800-1861) Interactive Bundle
Class Constitution: Creating a Classroom Constitution & Preamble
Have you ever created a constitution for your own classroom? Each year in civics class, as we learn about the United States Constitution, I have my students help create our very own class constitution. The students love being a part of creating rules and policy for our classroom. This student-led activity has always proven to be a success! Each student's voice is heard as they actively engaged in crafting of an official document for the class. The process begins as students are grouped to dr
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6th - 12th
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HALLOWEEN Activity ELA Research WebQuest on History and Traditions for Reading
Do you want to make learning about Halloween engaging? Do you want to motivate students to practice their research skills? Do you struggle to find activities that are educational and fun? Then download this Haloween Activity ELA Research WebQuest on History and Traditions! This comprehensive research project allows students to learn about Halloween's history, facts and statistics, witches, haunted houses, and more! When you purchase this scavenger hunt resource, you'll receive the activity in bo
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6th - 9th
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Interactive Map: Native American Culture Regions and Housing of North America
This resource is a Google Form and Doc linked to two interactive maps. Native American Culture RegionsHousing of Native Americans of North America.Native American cultures were adapted to the many different physical environments of North America. The physical geography in each region influenced where Native Americans lived, right up to modern times.Students will analyze the two interactive maps then complete the 8 reading comprehension questions and two grids on the form. Then, students will com
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5th - 10th
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Also included in: World History A (Prehistory - 1650) Interactive Mega Bundle
US History Curriculum Year Long Bundle
This United States Social Studies BUNDLE is perfect for the busy and 5th grade and 6th grade teachers. The diversity of this bundle allows you to engage your students in Social Studies and integrate the texts in your ELA block. It includes, informational text, graphic organizers, maps, timelines, comprehension questions, multiple choice quizzes, and answer keys.Resources include:5 Regions of the United States Map SkillsNative American Cultural RegionsAge of Exploration Task CardsRoanoke Settleme
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5th - 6th
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Interactive Gallery: The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire
This product is a Google form and doc linked to an interactive gallery on the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire.On March 25, 1911, the Triangle Shirtwaist Company factory in New York City burned, killing 145 workers. It is remembered as one of the most infamous incidents in American industrial history, as the deaths were largely preventable–most of the victims died as a result of neglected safety features and locked doors within the factory building. The tragedy brought widespread attention to th
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: United States A (1865-1941) Activities Mega Bundle
The Preamble to the U.S. Constitution Vocabulary Activity with Quiz Included
Preamble - U.S. Constitution. This Preamble assignment will have students take the "old language" found in the Preamble and use a dictionary, thesaurus, or online source to figure out what message was trying to be explained when it was written. What I've always liked about this assignment is hearing students talking to each other and trying to figure out which words we use today mean the same thing as the words used back in 1787.This assignment, as well as the included quiz, are in both paper
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6th - 9th
Also included in: Back to School Bundle for Middle School Social Studies
Interactive Map: Triangular Trade Routes
This resource is a Google form and doc linked to an interactive map on the triangular trade routes.During the 1500's, the three legs of the triangular trade route transferred goods and people between North America, West Africa, and the West Indies. This trading network was known as “triangular trade,” and it included the trading of slaves. Students will analyze the interactive maps by selecting each point on the route to learn more about this trade route and how it contributed to the developme
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5th - 10th
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Also included in: New Global Connections (1415-1796) Activities Bundle
Truth and Reconciliation - The Secret Path and When I was Eight
**Google Drive accessible - students can access this online! In recognizing the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, this resource package includes the following: An explanation of The National Day of Truth and Reconciliation and an introduction to The Secret Path Thought provoking speech bubble activity as students watch The Secret Path (Gord Downie)Writing Prompt - Quote providedModified Writing Prompt - students are able to draw or describe their response in a few words. Research/summar
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6th - 8th
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Interactive Map: Trail of Tears
This product is a Google form and doc linked to an interactive map. This interactive map shows the southern United States in 1831, when Native American groups began the series of forced migrations known as the Trail of Tears. It shows the territories of each group before and after the migrations and the route each group took.Students will analyze the interactive map. Students will learn about the lands of each group and the routes they took during their removal. Then, students will answer the 9
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6th - 11th
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Also included in: The Age of Jackson and Westward Expansion (1824-1845) Interactive Bundle
DIGITAL RESOURCE: Human Rights Interactive Slide Activity
This mini assignment introduces students to the concept of human rights in a simple, easy-to-follow slide activity. Students can input their responses directly into the editable text boxes. There are two related YouTube video links included in the activity that you can swap out if you'd prefer to use others. It's a great distance ed resource that students can go through on their own at home. The content teaches student about human rights, children's rights, and progresses to have students do som
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5th - 6th
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The Code of Hammurabi - World History Interactive Reading Assignment
Introduce your students to one history's most famous rulers and examine first-hand a selection of the laws he created! Students will be engaged during this interactive lesson, geared toward great discussion and debate!Save 30% when you purchase the Early Civilizations Activity Bundle!
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: Prehistory and Early Civilizations - World History Activity Bundle!
Colonial America Primary Documents Activity - 13 Colonies Primary Sources
Colonial America primary document analysis packThis resource includes 5 carefully curated primary sources to analyze that will enhance any Colonial America unit. It is aligned to my Colonial America Unit Bundle. Each of the primary documents focuses on one aspect of the Colonial America era to analyze. Encourage your students to think deeply about the topics associated with this time period. You can also assign the analysis activities as homework. There is a PDF & a GOOGLE version of the pri
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6th - 11th
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Interactive Cartoon: The Fugitive Slave Act
This resource is a Google Form and Doc linked to an interactive cartoon on the Fugitive Slave Act.Henry Clay proposed the Compromise of 1850 to solve a dispute over whether to allow slavery in new territories. The compromise included the Fugitive Slave Act, which required by law that citizens had to help return to their owners any enslaved African Americans who had run away. Students will analyze the map then complete the 13 reading comprehension questions on the form. Then, students will comple
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5th - 11th
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Also included in: United States (1492-1865) Interactive Mega Bundle
Reflecting on The Chosen
One of the many challenges religion teachers face is that of making the Bible (and more specifically, Jesus) not only interesting and understandable, but REAL and RELATABLE. Enter… The Chosen TV Series. Already watched by millions of people and translated into over 50 languages, The Chosen is having a huge impact around the globe. It’s the first-ever multi-season series made about the life of Christ and quickly became the top crowd-funded film project of all time. With 7 full seasons set to be m
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4th - 12th
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