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Preview of Revolutionary War Causes ESCAPE ROOM Activity: American Revolution

Revolutionary War Causes ESCAPE ROOM Activity: American Revolution

Created by
Think Tank
The Causes of the Revolutionary War Escape Room will take students on a secret mission around the classroom, reading comprehension passages, and answering questions! This escape room has students decode interesting facts about the American Revolution, Boston Tea Party, Boston Massacre, French and Indian War, Stamp Act, Sugar Act, Quartering Act, 13 Colonies and Intolerable Acts. The Revolutionary War Causes Escape Room is a great reading comprehension activity with a twist of deciphering codes.
Preview of Ancient Rome {Activities, Worksheets, & Handouts}

Ancient Rome {Activities, Worksheets, & Handouts}

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Free to Teach
Ancient Rome {Activities, Worksheets, & Handouts} Ancient Rome Packet Cover The Beginning of Rome Ancient Rome's Government Structure of Government Under the Roman Republic Rome Structures & Buildings (Including the Colosseum) Life in Ancient Rome Roman Citizens The Roman Army Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius The Italian Peninsula The Fall of the Roman Empire Ancient Rome Test (two pages-- multiple choice, matching, short answer and long answer) Famous Romans Interactive Foldable All of th
Preview of World War II (World War 2) Map & Geography Activity for Europe & the Pacific

World War II (World War 2) Map & Geography Activity for Europe & the Pacific

Created by
History Gal
These World War II in Europe and World War 2 in the Pacific maps will help students become more familiar with the nations of Europe and those in the Pacific during World War II by identifying which countries belonged to the Allies, which ones joined the Axis, which ones were controlled by the Axis Powers, and which ones remained neutral. On the World War II in Europe map, students will also label the Maginot Line, the Battle of Dunkirk, the Battle of Britain, the Battle of Stalingrad, the Battl
Preview of U.S. Constitution ESCAPE ROOM Activity! Constitution Day - Reading Comprehension

U.S. Constitution ESCAPE ROOM Activity! Constitution Day - Reading Comprehension

Created by
Think Tank
The U.S. Constitution Escape Room will take students on a secret mission around the classroom reading comprehension passage, answering questions and solving puzzles! This escape room has students decode interesting facts about the United States Constitution, Preamble, Constitutional Convention and Founding Fathers. This is the perfect activity to introduce the Constitution or FUN lesson to celebrate Constitution Day. The Constitution Escape Room has students walking around the classroom breaking
Preview of World War I Map Activity Lesson (1914 & 1918 Europe Maps)Print &Digital Resource

World War I Map Activity Lesson (1914 & 1918 Europe Maps)Print &Digital Resource

Created by
History Gal
These 1914 and 1918 Europe Map worksheets will help students understand the effects of World War I on the European map. They will also help students become more familiar with the nations of Europe during World War 1 by identifying which European countries belonged to the Allies, which ones joined the Central Powers, and which ones remained neutral. Additionally, students will be able to identify the new nations that were created after World War I and which nations lost territory after the war.Wh
Preview of 3 Branches of Government Activity | Social Studies Interactive Notebook

3 Branches of Government Activity | Social Studies Interactive Notebook

Created by
Shelly Rees
Your students will enjoy learning about the 3 Branches of Government with this interactive packet. This hands-on approach to learning will be a huge help to your students as they learn and understand all about the checks, balances, and duties of the three branches of the U.S. Government.Click the PREVIEW button above to see all the details of this resource!This is the perfect companion to the 3 Branches of Government Reading Escape Room!Click HERE to SAVE 20% by buying ALL 15 Social Studies Inte
Preview of Ancient Greece Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Informational Text

Ancient Greece Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Informational Text

This reading comprehension worksheet bundle covers various topics about ancient Greece (outlined below). Each passage has comprehension questions. I've included a color and black and white version of each, as well a key. The individual listings have more information and previews. These are great for centers, homework, fast finishers, substitutes, etc. They are print and go, so they do not take much prep at all. Includes articles on the following topics: AthensCity-StatesGeographyTimelineMino
Preview of Weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation Analysis Stations Activity Set

Weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation Analysis Stations Activity Set

In this Articles of Confederation Stations or Gallery Walk Activity activity students analyze the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation by viewing visuals. The lesson includes:▶️1. 9 stations of visuals▶️2. A PowerPoint (Slides) weaknesses presentation with answers▶️3. A graphic organizer and a guided practice fill-able chart▶️4. This product now has a Google Ready option. Just click on the blue link in the PDF and you will get a copy to assign to your students in Google Classroom, complet
Preview of The Gold Rush Activities | California History | DIGITAL and PRINTABLE

The Gold Rush Activities | California History | DIGITAL and PRINTABLE

Created by
Shelly Rees
Your students will enjoy learning about the California Gold Rush with this interactive packet. The fun, hands-on activities in this resource will surely help your students learn and understand the history of the Gold Rush!Click here and SAVE 20% by buying ALL 15 Social Studies Interactive Notebooks and Mini Units in one Year-Long Bundle.This resource includes both a printable version AND a digital version. The digital version is on Google Slides and is perfect for distance learning, independent
Preview of Causes of the American Revolution | Road to the Revolutionary War

Causes of the American Revolution | Road to the Revolutionary War

Created by
Shelly Rees
Your students will enjoy learning about the Causes of the American Revolution with this interactive packet. These hands-on activities will help your students learn and understand the cause/effect relationships of events on the road to the Revolutionary War!Click the PREVIEW button above to see everything included in this resource!Click here and SAVE 20% by buying ALL 15 Social Studies Interactive Notebooks and Mini Units in one Year-Long Bundle.This resource is a great companion to the Causes o
Preview of U.S. Maps & Geography- The Ultimate Label & Color Maps Pack! (American History)

U.S. Maps & Geography- The Ultimate Label & Color Maps Pack! (American History)

Created by
Mad Historian
This United States Ultimate Maps & Geography Pack includes eight different maps for your American History student explorers- Political Map, Physical Map, Native American Cultural Regions, 13 Colonies, Westward Expansion, 5 Regions, Civil War, and a World Map. These labeling and coloring activities are interactive, engaging, and ready to use- just print and copy! A Teacher’s Guide is provided, as well as options for use to fit your curriculum/lesson. You will also receive a completed, col
Preview of ELA Integrated Civil Rights w/ Summarizing - Main Idea & Detail - Writing

ELA Integrated Civil Rights w/ Summarizing - Main Idea & Detail - Writing

ELA Integrated with Social Studies! Black History Month Reading Passages - Civil Rights Movement Stories / Martin Luther King Jr. Unit that integrates the ELA literacy skills of Summarizing, Finding Main Idea and Supporting Details. PRINTABLE & DIGITAL Google Classroom! 7 Reading Passages that are engaging for upper elementary and middle school. This unit provides the teacher with lesson plans, passages, and very rigorous tasks that are focused on content while using the ELA skills of su
Preview of Hidden Figures Movie Guide Questions (Multiple Choice Worksheet)

Hidden Figures Movie Guide Questions (Multiple Choice Worksheet)

35 multiple choice questions to accompany the 2016 movie, Hidden Figures, directed by Theodore Melfi. Great to use with any science, math or history class. Teacher info included. Questions are in order as they occur in the movie. Can be used with clickers or CPS systems.
Preview of New Nation, the Constitution, and Government Worksheets, Articles, Activities

New Nation, the Constitution, and Government Worksheets, Articles, Activities

These articles, activities and worksheets are a ready to go, engaging way to teach about New Nation, The Constitution and Government! The included worksheets are perfect for reinforcement and assessment of student learning!Included in this Resource - * There are articles on - - The Articles of Confederation- Constitutional Convention- The Constitution- The Bill of Rights- The Branches of Government (which include a little about the level of government)* There are interactive notebook activities
Preview of Declaration of Independence ESCAPE ROOM! Reading Comprehension | No Prep!

Declaration of Independence ESCAPE ROOM! Reading Comprehension | No Prep!

Created by
Think Tank
The Declaration of Independence Escape Room will take students on a secret mission around the classroom, reading comprehension passages, and answering questions! This escape room has students decode interesting facts about the Declaration of Independence, grievances, King George III, Continental Congress, 13 Colonies, Revolutionary War, 4 parts, Thomas JeffersonThe Declaration of Independence Escape Room is a great reading comprehension activity with a twist of code deciphering. The codes includ
Preview of Ancient Egypt Reading Comprehension Passages Questions Pyramids Pharaohs Gods

Ancient Egypt Reading Comprehension Passages Questions Pyramids Pharaohs Gods

Created by
StudentSavvy
Ancient Egypt Worksheets - Reading Comprehension Passages, Questions, and Annotations. This resource contains 5 Engaging, Non-Fiction Reading Comprehension Passages with Directions for Student Annotations! Reading Comprehension Questions also included! Questions & Answer Keys for Each of the 5 Reading Passages! COMMON CORE ALIGNED! Quick overview of topics covered in this resource include: 1.) The Two Lands of Ancient Egypt-covers the layout of Ancient Egypt (Upper and Lower Egypt)-flow of t
Preview of EMERGENCY SUB PLANS for Social Studies (5th, 6th, 7th Grade)

EMERGENCY SUB PLANS for Social Studies (5th, 6th, 7th Grade)

Don't worry about emergency sub plans anymore! Just print, copy, and store in your Emergency Sub Bin or Folder! This resource includes FIVE DAYS of highly engaging plans for your social studies classroom. These activities integrate literacy skills, so you could even use this for and ELA classroom! Resource Includes: 50 PagesTeacher Page: Detailed description and overview + copies needed Sub Pages: Feedback Forms, Schedules/Procedures, and Detailed Directions for Activities {Editable Version in G
Preview of Bill of Rights ESCAPE ROOM - Reading Comprehension - U.S. Constitution

Bill of Rights ESCAPE ROOM - Reading Comprehension - U.S. Constitution

Created by
Think Tank
The Bill of Rights Escape Room will take students on a secret mission around the classroom, reading comprehension passages, and answering questions! This escape room has students decode interesting facts about the US Constitution, Bill of Rights, Due Process, Amendments 1-10, Freedom of Speech and the Establishment Clause etc.The Bill of Rights Escape Room is a great reading comprehension activity with a twist of fun that has students deciphering codes. The codes include ciphers, morse code, cry
Preview of Causes of the Civil War | Civil War Map and Timeline DIGITAL and PRINTABLE

Causes of the Civil War | Civil War Map and Timeline DIGITAL and PRINTABLE

Created by
Shelly Rees
Students are fully engaged in learning about the causes of the Civil War with this interactive packet. The hands-on approach of this resource, including a timeline, foldables, map activity, bulletin board, and more, will help your students learn and understand the cause and effect relationships of events in this period of history!Click the PREVIEW above to see this resource in greater detail!Click here and SAVE 20% by buying ALL 15 Social Studies Interactive Notebooks and Mini Units in one Year
Preview of Back to School Upper Grade Activities

Back to School Upper Grade Activities

Created by
Hello Fifth
Start your school year off on the right foot with these activities that promote community, establish expectations for speaking and listening, and allow you to get to know your students. Eight fun, engaging activities are included!Included in this resource:-Class Constitution-Constitution think sheet-Student Interest Level Posters-Create a class syllabus-I am... Poems-ABCs of me/us-3 days of Find Someone Who activities-Trading cards-Conversation discussion cards-Student interest survey-First day
Preview of Age of Exploration Reading Passages | European Explorers Reading Comprehension

Age of Exploration Reading Passages | European Explorers Reading Comprehension

Created by
StudentSavvy
European Explorers | Age of Exploration | Explorers Passages, Questions, and Annotations This resource contains 5 Engaging, Non-Fiction Reading Comprehension Passages with Directions for Student Annotations! Reading Comprehension Questions also included! Part of US History Reading Passages Questions & Answer Keys for Each of the 5 Reading Passages! COMMON CORE ALIGNED! Quick overview of topics covered in this resource include: 1.) Exploration and the Age of Discovery -15th century – 17th cen
Preview of Jamestown ESCAPE ROOM Activity! Reading Comprehension Passages

Jamestown ESCAPE ROOM Activity! Reading Comprehension Passages

Created by
Think Tank
The Jamestown Escape Room will take students on a secret mission around the classroom, reading comprehension passages, and answering questions! This escape room has students decode interesting facts about Jamestown, Starving Time, Virginia Company, Pocahontas, John Smith, John Rolfe, and PowhatanThe Jamestown settlement Escape Room is a great reading comprehension activity with a twist of code deciphering. The codes include ciphers, morse code, cryptograms, Polybius squares, and a final 4 digit
Preview of French and Indian War ESCAPE ROOM: Reading Comprehension - Print & go!

French and Indian War ESCAPE ROOM: Reading Comprehension - Print & go!

Created by
Think Tank
The French and Indian War Escape Room will take students on a secret mission around the classroom reading comprehension passages, answering questions and deciphering codes! This escape room has students decode interesting facts about the French and Indian War, George Washington, William Pitt, Fort Necessity and Fort Duquesne. This Escape Room has students walking around the classroom breaking codes. The codes include ciphers, Morse code, cryptograms and a final 4 digit code based on the decoders
Preview of Texas Symbols, Maps, Flags and More

Texas Symbols, Maps, Flags and More

Created by
Kristen Sullins
Teaching about Texas is easy with this click and print unit that covers symbols, maps, flags, governors, mottoes and more! There are several cut and paste pages to make this unit interactive for students that is great for fine motor skills and can be used as interactive notebook pages or assessments. There are also differentiated writing pages for explaining the state symbols. Featured Pages: Texas on the Map: Identify Texas on a United States mapMap of Texas: Identify your community on a Texas
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