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Social studies task cards for Microsoft Word
Psychology - The Psychology of Serial Killers matching activity
This is an activity in which students will match serial killers with a brief psychological description. This activity will work as either a review of psychological traits, or as an introduction to psychological analysis. Please be aware that the subject matter in this activity is disturbing, and is not for younger students. Please read, and if necessary edit the article, before distributing it to your kids. The information is from thisisinsider.com. A great
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Crime and Forensics: Serial Killer Bundle
Bill of Rights Task Cards (Bilingual, Spanish, English) EDITABLE
I made this with the idea of having a match or card sort station to review the Bill of Rights. Print on card stock and laminate.
English station instructions: Use the cards to match the 10 amendments. Review the meaning and purpose of each amendment with your group when finished.
Spanish station instructions: Usa las tarjetas para buscar la pareja de las 10 enmiendas. Repasa el significado y el propósito de cada enmienda con tu grupo.
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3rd - 7th
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War of 1812 Causes, Events & Outcomes Digital Readings & Task Cards GSE SS4H3a
This product includes readings for a 4th grade or 5th grade upper elementary social studies class (but it's also great for middle school social studies) and includes digital task cards for the War of 1812! The War of 1812 lesson provides 2-3 days of readings and tasks, depending on your students' readiness levels. (GSE SS4H3a)Included:3 pages of readings, including an introduction, causes of the War of 1812, burning of Washington, Battle of Baltimore, writing of "The Star-Spangled Banner," Treat
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4th - 8th
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Russian Revolution Person Cards
These cards can be used in several ways to teach the Russian Revolution. In my class, each student gets a copy of each person. The students then have to decide which figure they would a) want in their family b) want for a friend and c) want to kill. This creates some exciting conversation and debate as students consider the Russian Revolution figures on a personal level.
Another idea would be to create a simulation where you presented the class with a crisis facing Russia and had teams for eac
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10th
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Collaborative Group Roles with Sentence Starters
Group role cards to use in class to help all students work together successfully. There are 10 different group roles each with a description of their job and sentence starters they should be using in their role. It is great for all students but especially for ELL students who need a bit extra language support to participate.
You can also download my free Collaborative Team Work sheet which describes exactly how I use these group roles in my classroom.
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3rd - 12th
What State Am I In? U.S Geography year long activity
This product includes clue paragraphs for all 50 states. The clues include interesting, but not obvious facts about each state. You can use it in many different ways:
-It can be used as a weekly activity, posting a new clue sheet each week.
-You can use it in centers or groups and have students try to figure out as many states as they can in a set amount of time.
-It can also be used as an intro activity for each state as you begin a U.S. Geography unit.
-I have also used it as bell ringe
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4th - 12th, Higher Education
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Cannabis Use and the Teenage Brain
Facilitate a discussion-based lesson on the effects of cannabis use on the developing brain. Great lesson for Health Classes, or for ELA or Social Studies. Students will analyze a complex text (video presentation) and participate in small group discussions where they are assigned and responsible for specific talking points. Students will explore a peer reviewed scientific medical study on the usage of THC and its related effects on mental health later in life, and then will discuss a variety
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Sociology: Get to know you/ day 1 - Deviance sorting activity with cards
Sociology: Get to know you/ day 1 - Deviance sorting activity with cardsThis is a simple and fun activity for high school Sociology students to use. I use it as an introduction/ day 1 activity. My students get to work with small groups to sort deviant acts. Then, they as a group rank these from most to least deviant. There are directions provided. Also, students will have small group and whole class discussion.
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9th - 12th
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FLASH CARD TEMPLATE *editable*
3.5 x 5 editable templateSet to print 6 to a page for the best outcome
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Not Grade Specific
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Template for Avery Label 5260 - Card Organization Stickers (FREE)
This is an editable MS Word document set to print on Avery Label 5260 (30 labels per sheet in 3 columns x 10 rows). One label fits perfectly on the back of any task or activity card larger than a standard business card.Text on document is ready and set for printing. Document can be edited so you can include the name of the card set AND set number/letter as well as card count. OR you can hand write in once labels are printed. Thank you for taking time to leave feedback on this free activity. I v
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6th - 9th
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Judaism Fast Fact Card
Religion Fast Fact Cards are an engaging way for students to record important details about a specific world religion. The cards should be printed on card stock. Use a different colored card stock for each religion to help make the cards visually appealing and aid the students in retaining the information. Two cards are printed per 8 ½ x 11 page. In my classes, I use the cards as a part of our Interactive Student Notebook. As we study each religion the students create a ReligionFastFact Card for
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6th - 12th
Geography top trump cards (country statistics)
Printable country top trump cards - great for a reward in class, or for fast finishers!32 countries, the cards include the population, area, GDP, life expectancy, and HDI.Print double sided for professional looking top trumps card your students will love.You can print as many sets as you need!
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3rd - 12th
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Token Economy Board Disney Princess
Token Economy Board - Disney Princess Disney Princesses!A Token Economy is a useful tool for behavior modifications. It is effective with children in many age groups, including children with special needs, those on the autism spectrum, those who have social and emotional problems, and more.Tokens are given when a desired behavior is accomplished. Tokens are never taken away, but until the child fills the board they are not due a reward. Rewards can be small like stickers, candy, fidgets, etc. or
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PreK - 12th, Not Grade Specific
Choice of Law - Common Law
This quick 15-20 min activity is a perfect time filler that promote critical thinking and discussion! This activity was used after my note on Common Law for CLU3M class and has 8 different scenarios, however it can be used and adapted for CHV2O, CLN4C, CLN4U, etc.You can print out these questions and make stations around the room, having students rotating, or have multiple ones where students are in groups going through the questions. Or you can use them as a prompt for a student independent wri
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11th - 12th
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Civil War Scavenger Hunt
This scavenger hunt is a good review of Civil War information. Each clue is on a separate page, and the pages can be taped to walls or desks to create a kinesthetic lesson. There is an answer sheet included to help the students keep their information organized. Pages include significant individuals of the era, events, amendments, laws, and battles. Lincoln, Davis, Lee, Grant, Stowe, Brown, Scott, Clay, Webster, Calhoun, 54th Mass, Fort Sumter, Gettysburg, Antietam, Vicksburg, App CH, 13th, 14th,
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8th - 11th
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APUSH- Period 1 Bell Ringers
These bell ringer questions cover a broad range of topics within Period 1, aiming to engage students in critical thinking and recall of key historical concepts and events. They are designed to stimulate discussion and can serve as a brief review of the period's major themes and developments.Includes: Word Doc with 30 Bell RingersAnswer Key
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9th - 12th
Also included in:Â APUSH- Period 1-9 Bell Ringers Bundle
Classroom Task Card Prompts-Course: United States History 100 Prompts with Key
Classroom task cards are a versatile and effective instructional tool used by educators to enhance student engagement, encourage critical thinking, and provide opportunities for active learning. The rationale for using classroom task cards is rooted in their ability to address diverse learning styles, promote independent exploration, and foster a deeper understanding of content. Classroom Task Card PromptsCourse: United States HistoryRationaleIdeas100 PromptsAnswer Key
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Classroom Task Card Prompts/Questions-Rationale/Ideas/Answer Key
Natural Disasters Relief Activity
Group activity where students will learn about the complex issue of giving support and aid to victims after natural disasters have struck.
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6th - 12th
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Law of Supply; Shifters!
It is anexcellent tool for Economics to practice reasons why curve line shifts! Five shifters, and comes with ananswer key.
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12th, Adult Education
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QR Code States and Capitals Task Cards
QR Code task cards add excitement to the classroom!
Print, cut out and laminate the cards and place in a center with a device that can read QR codes (iPod, iPad, iPhone). Students can review their states and capitals independently and scan the code to self-check.
This set includes all 50 states and capitals. The state and its abbreviation are on the front of the task cards. The capital is in QR code on the back.
This document is 10 pages. Print the first five pages, then feed the pages again
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3rd - 5th
Classroom Task Card Prompts: High School Economics: 50 Prompts with Key
Classroom task cards are a versatile and effective instructional tool used by educators to enhance student engagement, encourage critical thinking, and provide opportunities for active learning. The rationale for using classroom task cards is rooted in their ability to address diverse learning styles, promote independent exploration, and foster a deeper understanding of content. Classroom Task Card PromptsCOURSE: High School EconomicsRationaleIdeas50 Prompts/QuestionsAnswer Key
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Classroom Task Card Prompts/Questions-Rationale/Ideas/Answer Key
Historical Thinking Skills Booklet
This single sheet of paper folds up to a cute little booklet. There is a side of the booklet for Contextualization, Sourcing, Close Reading and Collarboration, based on the Stanford History Education Reading Like a Historian Program. The other sides have Compare & Contrast, Continuity and Change and Causation. Each panel gives questions students should ask when working on that skill and prompts they can use when using that skill in their writing.Single 8 1/2 x 11 sheet folds up to have m
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5th - 12th
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Money, Money, Money, Money!!
Money, Money, Money!! Everyone loves to think about money!!
Each page holds two tasks that require higher level thinking skills. Copy the 19 cards on cardstock and cut them in half to make 38 different fun tasks that deal with money.
Use these cards to augment an economics or money unit. Or use them for those kids in your class that finish everything quickly.
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3rd - 6th
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South America task cards
I created these cards to accompany a printable map of South America with the countries labeled and with stars signifying capital cities (although it can be used with any printable map of South America). This is a good review activity for students participating in a study of South America or the continents in general. With these question cards, they not only review where each country is located, they also learn fun trivia about several of the nations in South America.
I copied the question car
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2nd - 6th
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- Learn about the achievements, challenges, perspectives, traditions, and customs of different societies
- Evaluate information, analyze evidence, and make informed judgments about complex social, economic, and political issues
- Become active, responsible, and engaged citizens
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