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Social studies Common Core CCRA.L.3 homework
Star Spangled Banner: National Anthem Lesson
The Star Spangled Banner! We sing it every game, what does it really mean? Written by Francis Scott Key during the War of 1812, the lyrics to the U.S. National Anthem will be analyzed and rewritten by students to gain a better understanding of this great song. History, vocabulary, and creative writing are all an essential part of this activity. This product is also included in my Star Spangled Banner: Mini-Unit which includes 3 excellent resources on the Star Spangled Banner and they are all GOO
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4th - 8th
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I Have Lived a Thousand Years
This is a great study guide or comprehension booklet to have your students use along with the book. It helps them review and understand as well as question the occurrence of events. I use it with my own students.
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5th - 12th
Identifying Propaganda Techniques Worksheet
This resource requires students to identify examples of different propaganda techniques -- name-calling, bandwagon, red herring, emotional appeal, testimonial, repetition, sweeping generalization (stereotyping), circular argument, and appeal to numbers/facts/stats.A handout is included that defines each type of propaganda technique for the students.An answer key is included.
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7th - 12th
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JOHNNY TREMAIN:NOVEL STUDY/ACTIVITY BOOK/ W.FREE SCIENCE SUPPLEMENT -SILVER
Dear Staff,This is an independent research book on Johnny Tremain. It is a novel-activity book. There are many diverse tasks in the book: such as quizzes, essays, art segments, literary assignments, and research. Use it for a child who is out for an illness, use it for a graded assignment in lieu of an assessment, as well as a class reading project. There is a free science supplement on the element, silver. It is good to have a cross-curricular activity to relate to the story. Thanks ever so m
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5th - 8th
Asian American Pacific Islander Month DIFFERENTIATED Flag Banners
May is Asian-American Pacific Islander Month! Let's celebrate by decorating flags from countries across Asia and the Pacific Islands and writing about their culture!Includes 42 countries:High Level (4 normal lines to write)Med High (3 normal lines to write)Med Low (handwriting lines and traceable country name)Low (handwriting lines with sentence stem and traceable country name)Self-assessment checklist for each levelActivities can range from a detailed independent research project to a group ass
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Not Grade Specific
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EDITABLE First Last Name Address Phone Birth Date Handwriting Workbook
The perfect workbook for your preschooler or kindergartener to learn to write their first and last name, phone number, address, and date of birth! Your students will learn important writing skills and safety information.
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PreK - 2nd, Not Grade Specific
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Erwin Rommel: The Desert Fox Passage and Essay Response: GR9
This packet begins with some notes which include ways you can extend and enrich learning about World War II as well as military figures. There is a 4 1/2 page passage about Rommel as well as 10 comprehension questions, 2 note taking templates, a graphic organizer for writing a 5-paragraph essay, a list of transition words, border pages, and an answer key. It is written on a grade 9 reading level.
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7th - 10th
A Journey to Ancient Egypt
A Journey to Ancient Egypt consists of seven Ancient Egypt reading passages. Each passage includes 10 comprehension questions, and is differentiated at three Flesch-Kincaid text levels: Grade 3, Grade 5, and Grade 7. An answer key is included.Passage 1: An Introduction to Ancient EgyptIn this informational text, students are introduced to the beginnings of ancient Egyptian civilization. They will learn about: • The transition from hunter-gatherers to farmers • The Red Land and the White Land •
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3rd - 7th
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10 Bilingual Vocabulary Worksheets for Middle School Geography & Social Studies
Enhance your middle school students’ geography and social studies vocabulary with these interactive and bilingual vocabulary worksheets! Specifically designed for both standard classrooms and ENL & MLL learners, this essential set comprises 10 well-crafted vocabulary worksheets, featuring 50 vital geography terms. The bilingual advantage? Each worksheet is accessible in both English and Spanish, promoting effective vocabulary learning. This Comprehensive Product Includes:10 Vocabulary Worksh
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5th - 8th
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Social Studies: US History: Before the Civil War Crossword Puzzles
Social Studies: History: Before the Civil War Crossword Puzzles for Middle School10 CROSSWORD PUZZLES WITH ANSWER KEYTopics included:Colonial TimesEuropean SettlersExplorationThe Growth of a NationImmigration, Rights and CitizenshipIndigenous PeopleThe Industrial RevolutionNew Nation and GovernmentFirst SocietiesThe ColoniesThe Revolutionary War108 key terms included
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5th - 9th
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Interactive Geography Compass Worksheet for 3rd & 4th Graders
Are you looking for an engaging way to teach your 3rd and 4th-grade students about cardinal directions? This interactive Geography Compass Worksheet is the perfect resource! With clear instructions and visuals, your students will learn to identify and apply the concepts of north, south, east, and west through hands-on activities.This worksheet is designed to reinforce directional skills while keeping your students entertained. The map-based exercises challenge them to locate places and navigate
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3rd - 4th
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3-ESS3-1
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AP United States Government Chapter Reading Guides Amsco Text
This bundle contains a reading guide for each chapter of the Advanced Placement United States Government Amsco text. The guides require students to read the chapter, select main ideas and apply principles by answering discussion questions.
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11th - 12th
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Renaissance Leveled Reading Comprehension ESL ENL ELL
The Birth of the RenaissamceThis resource is created with newcomer ESL/ELL student in mind., however it is also appropriate for middle school and high school students. It summarizes the ideas and changes of the Renaissance. Students are tasked with reading short paragraphs and answer questions about the vocabuary and the content.*************************************************************************************************************CHECK OUT MY OTHER RENAISSANCE/REFORMATION LESSONSRenaissanc
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6th - 11th
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Also included in: ESL Renaissance/Reformation COMPLETE UNIT BUNDLE
Mental Illness- Interactive Notebook, QR Codes and Podcast Evaluations
This packet includes three major sections that can be used together or independently. The first activity is an interactive notebook covering the major mental disorders, their impact on young people today and directions on how to write a psychological abstract. The second is a QR code sequence where students use various videos and readings to answer questions about the disorders. Finally, a podcast analysis activity requires student to choose one of six podcasts, evaluate it and break into jigsaw
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11th - 12th, Adult Education
AP® US Government Unit 2.4 - Roles & Powers of the President
Unit 2.4 of the AP® curriculum focuses on executive power in the United States system of government, and how Presidents use these powers to accomplish policy goals.This six-question short answer worksheet seeks to identify the various types of executive, diplomatic and judicial powers granted to US Presidents in the Constitution, while also defining the practical implications of these powers, and their limitations. Additionally, special attention is given to an analysis of how presidential acti
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: AP® US Government - Comprehensive Full-Year Accompanying Curriculum
French Revolution Vocab Intro/Review Activity
Introduce or assess vocabulary and concepts for the French Revolution.Words included: French Revolution, Estates- General, Bourgeoisie, Absolute Monarchy, Storming of the Bastille, The Tennis Court Oath, Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen, Reign of Terror, Jacobins, GuillotineTerm definitions are already listed so that students can focus on using the terms and understanding their meaning.This is best used individually at home or during class.Formatting:Two formats are provided:
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9th - 12th
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FREE - Grammar | Oregon Trail Worksheet (Gr. 3-7)
FREE - Grammar Bundle - Editing - Language Skills | Oregon Trail Worksheet (Grade 3-7). In this grammar freebees printables: 3 Oregon Trail paragraphs (answers will vary). + + + + + + + + Oregon Trail is part of Editing & Grammar Bundle: 91 Worksheets, which includes the following... Click links for full previews. A) Language Skills: 44 WorksheetsBasic• Sentences• Paragraphs• Nouns• Verbs• Adjectives• Adverbs• PrepositionsIntermediate• Apostrophes• Commas I• Commas II• Quotation Ma
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3rd - 7th
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Also included in: US History Bundle
John Adams by David McCullough COMPLETE Summary and Activities
John Adams by David McCullough Complete Summary by Stephanie M. SellersJohn Adams by David McCullough chapter exercises includes summaries, questions for discussions or quizzes. Questions are in MLA format. Includes prompts for students to summarize partial chapters. Includes prompts for assignment of choosing a topic, gathering evidence, writing a thesis, a brief paragraph summary, and an outline. My summaries and activities help develop the synthesis of information. Essay notes are color coded
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9th - 12th
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Mind Map for discovering historical figures in a New Way
Imagine your students utterly captivated, mapping out trailblazers that shaped your nation's history. Politicians, composers, scientists - no domain untouched! This lively mind map template invites middle and high schoolers to connect the dots across eras in an utterly unique style.Watch the "aha" moments unfold as your class graphs figures like Benjamin Franklin on the timeline, sparking insights into how one life intertwined so profoundly with an emerging nation. The completed sample mind map
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7th - 12th
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TWR Hochman method Emmet Till worksheet, notetaking practice
This worksheet gives students practice using TWR methodologies while reading a short article about Emmet Till. Students will use the information they learned to complete note taking activities based off the Hochman method/The Writing Revolution.This was used for my 9th grade ELA class with ENL learners, but can be used for 7th to 12 grade ELA or Social studies.
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7th - 12th
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TWR The Writing Revolution Hochman method notetaking worksheet, 9th 10th grade
This worksheet gives high school students practice translating text into note-taking and note-taking into full text. This is based of the Hochman method/The writing revolution and can be used for a social studies class or ELA for 9th, 10th or 11th grade.
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9th - 12th
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Veterans Day No-Prep ELA Worksheets Grade 3 4 5 6
Honor Veterans Day with our engaging "Veterans Day No-Prep ELA Worksheets." Designed for 4th to 6th graders, homeschoolers, and ESL/EFL learners, this comprehensive set of 35 worksheets offers a seamless learning experience. Dive into the engaging Veterans Day themes through 5 sets of reading comprehension tasks, enrich vocabulary, enhance writing and drawing skills through interpretations of prompts, and enjoy other activities. Improve your learners’ English language proficiency as they dive in
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Seasonal | Holiday No-Prep ELA Worksheets GROWING BUNDLE
Social Media Debate: Limitations for Teens? - High School | Critical Thinking
Looking for an interesting debate activity and topic and don't know where to start? Perhaps you're interested in introducing debates as a way to improve critical thinking or listening/speaking skills?This one-click download for Social Media limitations is perfect for late elementary, teens and international classes interested in debate, critical thinking and group work on the limitation or banning of social platforms. It encourages early high school/ late high school students (and adult ESL lear
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Veterans Day Pop-Up Thank You Card | Veterans Day Project ELA Grade 3 4 5 6
Introducing the Veterans Day Thank You Pop-Up Card – a heartfelt and engaging activity designed especially for 3rd to 5th grade primary level learners, homeschoolers, and EFL/ESL students. This remarkable card serves as a meaningful platform for students to express their gratitude to the heroes of their country while enhancing their English skills.Contents:20 worksheets / cards (with 4 different background designs)8 pop-up imagesProduct Features:•Expressive Design: The Veterans Day Thank You Pop
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2nd - 4th
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