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7th grade social studies resources on sale
Dust Bowl and the Great Depression Differentiated Reading Passages
Need a quick activity or assignment on the Dust Bowl? Included is a Differentiated Reading Passage leveled three different times (Guided Reading Levels O, R, and W) & accompanying activities will ask students to fill in the blank, circle multiple choice questions, fill in a timeline based on the passage, and answer a writing prompt about Dust Bowl. Excellent to accompany the book Esperanza Rising.*Geared toward the following Georgia Fifth Grade Social Studies Standards but NOT specific.*****
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4th - 7th
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Cinco de Mayo Activities + Readings + Video | May 5 Activities
May 5 is a great opportunity to celebrate the culture and virtues of the Mexican people. This resource tries to find the true message of this day. It can be used both physically and digitally. It includes: - Cover page. - How to do page. p1: - The fifth of May. - What is the importance of May 5? p2: - Video "The Battle of Puebla". - Answer the questions. p3: - Synthesize the story of the Battle of Puebla. - Why do you think the Battle of Puebla was important? p4: - When is the Independence of M
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5th - 11th
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Also included in: Cinco de Mayo | May 5 | English + Spanish
War of 1812 {Differentiated Close Reading Passages & Questions}
In this resource, there is a nonfiction reading passage about the War of 1812, the burning of the the White House, and the Capitol. It is differentiated for your high, mid, and lower level students. Integrate American History content with your reading texts and meet each reader's needs with this set. Guided Reading Levels: N-R-UCheck out my *BEST SELLING* Native American Differentiated Passages Pack!View my Native American UNIT!$Why should I purchase this passage set?$• Textbooks aren't what the
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Westward Expansion Passage Bundle
Five Themes of Geography Nonfiction Reading Texts BUNDLE - SOCIAL STUDIES
There are five differentiated nonfiction reading passages based on each of the Five Themes of Geography included in this social studies resource bundle:
US Regions
Place
Location
Movement
Human-Environment Interaction
The text discusses an overview of each of the five themes of geography with relevant examples. It is differentiated for your high, mid, and lower level students. 4 types of rigorous questions are included, along with an answer key. Integrate geography content with your reading t
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3rd - 7th
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Geography: Push and Pull Factors on Human Migration (Includes lesson, PP & Game)
This lesson is easy enough for 5th graders to understand yet works well with students up to grade 12. Modifications can be made as needed. Students need to understand the differences between human migration, emigration, and immigration as well as the push and pull factors that influence migration. This lesson includes:°Introduction to get students thinking°Encourages brainstorming with graphic organizers°An interactive PowerPoint addressing: migration, immigration, emigration, push and pull fact
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5th - 12th
Also included in: BUNDLE FOR ALICE
Layers Of The Atmosphere: Interactive Google Slides + PPT Version + Worksheet
Layers Of The Atmosphere: Interactive Google Slides + PPT + Worksheet (Distance Learning)Interactive presentation & quiz on Layers of the atmosphere. Please view the powerpoint previewINTERACTIVE GOOGLE SLIDES/POWER POINT PRESENTATION on layers of the atmosphere. It can be used for distance learning and google classroom or within the classroom.Once downloaded: Please view the GOOGLE SLIDES/POWERPOINT IN 'PRESENT ▶️' modeWorksheet also included in ZIP file 'Parts of the atmosphere' .These are
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3rd - 8th
Juneteenth | Activities + Video
Juneteenth is a date to commemorate the freedom for which we must fight every day in our country.This resource can be used both physically and digitally.It includes:- Cover page.- How to do page.p1:- Introduction.- What is Juneteenth?p2:- Look up the meanings.- What is the significance of Juneteenth?- What do you know about this day?p3:- The Emancipation Proclamation.- Juneteenth and Slavery in Texas.p4:- What Really Happened at Roswell.p5:- Timeline.p6:- The date.- Write a short review about Ab
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4th - 9th
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Causes of the American Revolution Differentiated Nonfiction Reading Passages
In this resource, there is a nonfiction reading passage based on the Causes of the American Revolution. It is differentiated for your high, mid, and lower level students as you study the colonies, Great Britain, taxes, and more events leading to the Revolutionary War. Integrate geography content with your reading texts and meet each reader's needs with this set. Guided Reading levels are M-P-U.
Looking to complete this lesson? The video link below perfectly compliments this resource! Causes of
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3rd - 7th
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Monster Mash:A Study of Mystical Monsters of The World (Geography Halloween)
Need a fun and engaging Halloween lesson and activity for 6th grade through high school? Why not take a look at monsters or cryptids throughout the world? Students will love this Halloween activity as they are already in the holiday mood and will learn about the beliefs, practices, values, and customs of other cultures around the world when looking at monsters and cryptids. Cryptids are animals/creatures that have been suggested to exist now and throughout history, but have or have not been pro
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
Also included in: BUNDLE FOR ALICE
Learning Cursive: Handwriting Practice Workbook for Teens
It's never been easier for middle school and high school teens to learn cursive. Learning Cursive: Handwriting Practice Workbook for Teens, provides extensive focus on cursive letter and sentence formation. This cursive handwriting workbook for teens contains more than 20,000 cursive tracing units. It includes a cursive alphabet chart with guided stroke/directional arrows; a paper position guide detailing appropriate writing posture; uppercase and lowercase cursive letter tracing and freehand c
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
European Explorers & Native American Conflict Differentiated Reading Passages
In this resource, there is a nonfiction reading passage based on the Famous European Explorers and their conflicts with Natives in North America during the Age of Exploration. It is differentiated for your high, mid, and lower level students. 3 types of questions are included, along with an answer key. Integrate history content with your reading texts and meet each reader's needs with this set. Guided Reading Levels: Q-S-U
$Why should I purchase this passage set?$
• Textbooks aren't what they
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3rd - 8th
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Also included in: Social Studies Passage Bundle interventions included
Age of Exploration Differentiated Reading Passages of Famous Explorers Bundle
In this resource, there are nonfiction reading passages based on 8 different famous explorers from the Age of Exploration. Excellent time saver for your Early European Explorers Unit. Each passage is differentiated for your high, mid, and lower level students. So, 24 passages are actually included. Integrate history content with your reading texts and meet each reader's needs with this set. Rigorous questions are included to ensure students refer back to the text. →$Why should I purchase this pa
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3rd - 7th
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FDR and The New Deal Differentiated Reading Passages
In this resource, there is a nonfiction reading passage based on Franklin D. Roosevelt and the New Deal. It is differentiated for your high, mid, and lower level students. 4 types of questions are included, along with an answer key. Integrate history content with your reading texts and meet each reader's needs with this set. Guided Reading Levels: P-R-W
$Why should I purchase this passage set?$
• Textbooks aren't what they used to be...if we have them at all. Often textbooks are written well a
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Great Depression Unit 1920-1930 (Georgia Standard of Excellence SS5H3)
Indigenous Peoples Day or Columbus Day? | Christopher Columbus Worksheet
For decades, the United States celebrated Columbus Day. Today, a controversy that covers many situations has been installed. Really determining whether this day should be called Columbus Day or Indigenous Peoples Day requires studying the points of view of both parties and knowing some history, so... Let's do it! This resource can be used both physically and digitally. It includes: - Cover page. - How to do page. p1: - Introduction. - Who was Christopher Columbus? p2: - Did you know?... p4: - M
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Indigenous Peoples Day or Columbus Day? | English + Spanish
Getting To Know You Through Geography: A Beginning of The Year Carousel Activity
Geography teachers, are you always looking for a great Getting To Know You back-to-school geography activity for the beginning of the year for all ages? This activity will encourage your students to become familiar with their classmates as they work in groups and rotate through various stations. What a great introduction to basic geography skills such as graphs, charts, maps, and the concept of culture. It truly teaches geography skills all the while allowing students to collaborate, have fun, a
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Bundle for T. Wilson (25 Geography Lessons)
Circle of control, worry activities, anxiety coping skills, social anxiety. CBT
There are many parts of life that we have no control over, and sometimes having no control can increase our stress or worries.The circle of control is a concept that involves identifying things that are in our control and certain things that are not in our control. For example, the weather is out of our control.In order to cope well with worries and stress it is often useful to reflect on where our worries sit within our circles of control.Referring to the circles of control is helpful as it all
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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US Regions: Themes of Geography Nonfiction Differentiated Reading Texts
In this resource, there is a nonfiction reading passage based on one of the five themes of Geography: Regions of the United States. The text discusses physical and cultural regions, along with a brief overview of each of the five regions of the United States. It is differentiated for your high, mid, and lower level students. 4 types of questions are included, along with an answer key. Integrate geography content with your reading texts and meet each reader's needs with this set. Guided Reading L
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3rd - 7th
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Why Do We Study History and Thinking Like A Historian PowerPoints and Activities
Enhance your social studies or history class with our comprehensive bundle of engaging lessons, designed to foster a deep understanding of the historical perspective and develop essential social studies skills. This ready-to-go bundle includes two dynamic PowerPoints, featuring a total of 125 slides, accompanied by guided notes, interactive group/partner activities, stimulating writing prompts, and more. With over 20 pages of meticulously crafted resources and activities, your students will gras
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6th - 12th
Canadian Government Gr. 5-8
Travel back to Confederation to see how Canada became a new nation. Our resource breaks down the responsibilities and parts of the federal government.About this Resource: Recognize that Canada is a democracy and a constitutional monarchy, with the head of state being the King or Queen. Read the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, before writing your own Constitution for a new country. Create a presentation on one of the departments the federal government is responsible for, such as nationa
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Governments of North America BIG BOOK - BUNDLE
Cold War, Putin, Zelensky, Ukraine- Why did Russia invade? Everything Explained
Want to teach your students about what is happening in Ukraine? This lesson will answer all the questions below for your students. This is a google document that can be edited as you see fit.Station 1: What was the Cold War?Station 2: Why did Russia invade Ukraine? Station 3: Who is Vladimir Putin?Station 4: What has been the effect on Ukraine? Station 5: Who is Volodymyr Zelensky?Station 6: How has the west responded?Station 7: What are different perspectives of the conflict?Station 8: What hap
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7th - 12th
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Interdisciplinary Decades Research Project -distance learning
This resource is on sale for 7/13 only as part of a special promotion. Find more deals for grades K-12 and information about giveaways here!This Decades Project is interdisciplinary, including history, music, fads, economics, politics, and science. Students will research each decade and fill in the appropriate template, either through Google Classroom (Google Slides version) or on paper. It is helpful to assign students to decades in groups or two to three so they can divide up the work easily.
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3rd - 12th
Native American Heritage Month Activities + Debate + Videos
Native American Heritage Month is a very important month in our country. In a world where the inclusion of different cultures is essential, our duty as teachers is to teach our students tolerance and respect. That is why I created this non-discriminatory material, with the intention that each of our students become aware to make this a better world. It can be used both physically and digitally. It includes: p1: - Text "The History of Hispanic Heritage Month". p2: - Reading comprehension questio
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4th - 12th
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Also included in: November Bundle | Halloween, Day of the Dead, Thanksgiving and more...
Stock Market Crash of 1929 Differentiated Reading Passages
In this resource, there is a nonfiction reading passage based on the Stock Market Crash of 1929. It is differentiated for your high, mid, and lower level students. 4 types of questions are included, along with an answer key. Integrate history content with your reading texts and meet each reader's needs with this set. Guided Reading Levels: O-S-Z$Why should I purchase this passage set?$• Textbooks aren't what they used to be...if we have them at all. Often textbooks are written well above grade l
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4th - 7th
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Geography—World Religions: A Comparison Study on Judaism, Christianity, & Islam
An engaging and interesting comparison of the three great present-day monotheistic world religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. (INCLUDES EASEL ACTIVITY)Bundle & Save Here World Religions BundleTHIS LESSON INCLUDES:World Religions Chart (Student Notes)World Religions Chart (Teacher Guide)Venn Diagram (Student Notes)Venn Diagram (Teacher Guide)Aesthetic & Interesting Informational Handouts on Judaism, Christianity, and IslamTeacher Instructions (Lesson detail Introduction and Proced
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Bundle for Katrina- World Religions
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- Become active, responsible, and engaged citizens
- Comprehend global issues such as human rights, environmental sustainability, and economic disparities
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