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Free middle school U.S. History resources
Current Events Worksheet for Middle & High School - FREE
A worksheet containing questions that can accompany any current events news article. Students may select their own article, or teachers can print the article they wish to have the students evaluate. I developed this worksheet for use in my own 8th grade Social Studies class. This exercise helps students identify the main issues of a news article, the moral question of the article (if present), as well as to consider any possible bias in the writing of the article. The worksheet concludes by ask
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7th - 12th
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Plymouth ( Plimoth ) Colony Reading Comprehension Worksheet Thanksgiving
This passage describes the Plymouth Colony. 14 questions (identify and multiple choice) assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key.INCLUDES:Article (1000-1100 Lexile) 14 questions- identify and multiple choiceColor and BW VersionsKey IncludedThe ZIP file has 3 versions of PDF files:1) Article and Questions in Color and Black and white and Key2) Color Student Version3) BW Student Version.These are NOT editable files.Part of my Thanksgiving
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4th - 7th
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Also included in:Â Thanksgiving Language Arts Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle November
1950s Popular Toys Reading Comprehension Worksheet Fifties Informational Text
This passage describes popular toys in the 1950s. 13 questions (true/false and multiple choice) assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key.INCLUDES:Article13 total questionstrue/false, multiple choiceColor and BW Verionskey includedPart of my 1950s Bundle*If you don't already, Follow Me!
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4th - 7th
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Also included in:Â 1950s Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Fifties
Patriot Day Craft for September 11th
September 11, 2001, will be a day that Americans will never forget. This memorial ribbon is a great way for children to observe Patriot Day on September 11th.
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PreK - 6th
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FREE Social Studies Activity | Differentiated Passage and Coloring for Review
Students love a chance to color, and this activity is an engaging way to cover many facts about some of the people who played key roles in the founding of the United States! This differentiated resource is perfect to have on hand for your Social Studies classroom.Get this resource and more in my always-discounted Social Studies Activities BundleTwo versions are included to differentiate for your students.Version 1: The passage is written on an 7th grade level. Most of the coloring page includes
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4th - 7th
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13 Colonies Map & Map Quiz Two Versions FREE Colonial America
I have always found my students are "geographically challenged"! Before studying the American Revolution, I use this quick map review for them to at least have a basic understanding of where the colonies were located. The ZIP file has a PDF student version for posting on personal sites, such as Google classroom or Canvas, or sending to students through email for distance learning. Please do not post of public sites. (These are NOT editable files.)Tutorial How to Make PDFs Editable for Google C
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4th - 8th
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Also included in:Â America's Thirteen 13 Colonies Reading Comprehension Bundle Colonial America
Black History Month Science Celebration | Famous Black American Scientists
About this ProductThis resource includes enrichments activities that highlight scientific, medical and engineering achievements by Black American men and women. It can be used in science classrooms to make meaningful connections during Black History month or anytime of year to discuss diversity in the scientific community. The resources includes:• Ten passages that focus on the scientific and engineering accomplishments of Black Americans• Reflection questions for each passage that prompt discus
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4th - 10th
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH FREEBIE: Famous African Americans Word Search
Introduce your students to 25 famous African Americans with this engaging word search puzzle worksheet. Puzzles make great no prep activities for early finishers, bell ringers, morning work, handouts, homework, lesson plan supplements, sponge activities, introductions to new topics, and sub files.The 25 hidden names are: Muhammad Ali, Maya Angelou, Louis Armstrong, Benjamin Banneker, Ruby Bridges, George Washington Carver, Angela Davis, Frederick Douglass, Ella Fitzgerald, Langston Hughes, Micha
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3rd - 6th
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Causes of the American Civil War (Overview) Reading Comprehension Worksheet
This passage gives a brief overview of the causes of the Civil War. 14 questions (identify and multiple choice) assess students' understanding. I've provided a color and black and white version, as well as the key. INCLUDES:Article Chart14 questions- identify, multiple choiceKey includedColor and BW VersionsPart of my Civil War BundleI do my best to make sure I do not have typos, but occasionally they slip through. PLEASE message me and I will correct it quickly to ensure my product meets you
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5th - 7th
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Also included in:Â American Civil War Reading Comprehension Informational Worksheet Bundle
Free - Blank US Map
FREE - Blank US Map. A free, blank US map outline and a northeast-southeast region map. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------And for one-stop shopping...SOCIAL STUDIESBundle - US History & US GeographyCalifornia & USA BundleFlorida & USA BundleNew York & USA BundleUS Presidents w/ 12 Graphic OrganizersState Report with Project and Speech - assignment sheetTexas & USA BundleUS States (50 internet
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PreK - 12th
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Boston Tea Party Color by Number, Reading Passage and Text Marking
This Boston Tea Party Color by Number and Text Marking activity has your students searching for text evidence from the reading passage and coloring in answers. This is a highly engaging reading comprehension activity. Great addition to your American Revolution unit.Topics include: British Parliament, No Taxation without Representation, Sons of Liberty, Tea Act, Stamp Act, Intolerable ActsStudents read about the Boston Tea Party, answers questions, mark the text for evidence, and color the pictur
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4th - 6th
U.S. States & Capitals - Labeled & Blank Maps for Study and Practice - Geography
This set of maps is a perfect supplement to any study of the U.S. states and capitals.The set includes:Color map of the U.S. with states labeledBlack-and-white map with all states and capitals labeledBlack-and-white map with no labels, for student practice.The black-and-white maps can be easily photocopied for classroom use.This set is designed to work with the worksheets, flash cards and activities in my U.S. States & Capitals Bundle: U.S. States & Capitals BundleProducts included in t
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4th - 7th
United States Flag This or That Activity for Veteran's Day
This fun activity is a blast to do with your students!What will you choose? This or That?Get to know your students with this fun activity that doubles as an amazing bulletin board display of United States Flags!This product includes:A U.S. Flag Template that your students will fill in with patterns.A slideshow of This or That questions with a pattern to go with their choice!Instructions for students to follow.A printable writing response page for writing a thank you letter to a hero.Teachers lov
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2nd - 6th
Also included in:Â This or That Thematic Year-Long Bundle
BLACK HISTORY MONTH Posters Project | Famous African American Activities FREE
This FREE set of Henry "Box" Brown and Mae Jemison posters and research brochure projects is part of the larger BLACK HISTORY MONTH BUNDLE that makes a great introduction for elementary and middle school students. These are great all year long, but especially powerful during Black History Month!What's included in the bundle:Black History Month Coloring PagesBlack History Month PostersBlack History Month Brochure ProjectsFigures Featured in the Black History Month Resources:Billie HolidayBenjamin
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PreK - 8th
September 11th Remembrance: A Lesson Plan for Upper Elementary
I was conferencing with a student about "I Survived the Attacks on 9/11" As the student was summarizing the book, he said, "Ms. W, it was really crazy. The planes crashed into the World Trade Center and a ton of people died. It was really scary. I am so glad it was just a book."
It was after this reading confernece, I know I had to teach about September 11th. It wasn't in my pacing guide or my curriculum notebook, but it had to be done. I wrote this informational article to share and explore w
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4th - 7th
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States & Capitals Crossword Part 1 of 2 FREE
This is part 1 of my States & Capitals Crossword worksheet set. Part 2 is also available on TPT. I use these as review and homework assignments. Answer key included. Two versions, one version has a word bank the other version does not.See also:States & Capitals Crossword Part 2 of 2
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4th - 8th
Yellowstone National Park Virtual Field Trip (Distance Learning)
Take a Virtual Road Trip to learn about Yellowstone National Park! This resource includes both a Google Slides edition for digital learning, as well as a printable version. Students use Google Earth and multiple print and digital sources to quickly draw information to answer questions pertaining to Yellowstone National Park. This resource is aligned to the Common Core Standards.Students begin by reading a short passage about Yellowstone to build background knowledge before using the amazing feat
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5th - 8th
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FREE - The Declaration of Independence - Close Reading and Text Analysis
This lesson helps students break down the complicated meaning of the Declaration of Independence so that they can grasp the overall meaning of the document. Students are provided with three methods for decoding the text. They use cooperative learning for reading and analyzing the text, they use music to understand Britain's reaction, and they draw little pictures to show that they can decipher the grievances made against King George.I utilize this lesson in conjunction with my Journey though the
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5th - 8th
Also included in:Â American Revolution Full Unit Bundle Critical Thinking Distance Learning
Blank Timeline Template | Printable and Digital | Free
Focus on sequence of events with this FREE printable and digital timeline template! Use this illustrated timeline template for all content areas and grade levels. Students place six events on the timeline in chronological order. The timeline includes space for an event picture and short description. Printable PDF and Google Drive versions are included.This resource can be completed on paper or online with laptops, Chromebooks, tablets, or any device that supports Google Slides. The included Teac
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4th - 7th
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United States Coordinate Graphing Picture 1st Quadrant & ALL Four Quadrants FREE
Need a way to use math while learning about the United States of America? Students will graph points on a coordinate plane and it creates an outline of the United States. There is also a star on the Capital and the abbreviation(USA). The clever title of "Stars and Stripes" gives them a clue to what the picture will be. I have included Student Instructions for both Quadrant One ONLY and instructions that include ALL four Quadrants! This is a great way to differentiate for your lower-level learner
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5th - 9th
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Also included in:Â United States Coordinate Graphing Pictures BUNDLE All 50 States
World War I - Trench Warfare Primary Source Stations Activity (PDF and Digital)
This NO PREP stations activity presents a variety of trench warfare topics with intriguing primary source accounts and visually appealing photosets. The resource is available in PDF and Google Docs formats! Increase student growth and engagement using fun and effective methods!Each station contains a brief introduction and enthralling primary source accounts of trench warfare. After completing this lesson, students will understand how and why trench warfare was fought, and the horrific condition
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6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â World War I (WWI) Stations Activity BUNDLE (PDF and Google Docs Formats)
American Revolution Major Events Slideshow & Guided Notes
This slideshow pages explains the American Revolution to students. The guided notes directly correspond with the slideshow. The file is a PDF to protect the formatting and clipart. There are links to videos on the slideshow. These sometimes go "bad." If so, please contact me at teachingtothemiddle@gmail.com and let me know so I can link them to an active video. You can post the PDF slideshow to your Google classroom or Canvas, or email directly. Please do NOT post on public sites. Students s
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Social Studies MEGA Reading Comprehension Bundle For Buyer
Reader's Theater: 13 Colonies-Life in a New England Colony!
Bring key characteristics of the 13 colonies to life with this FREEBIE Reader’s Theater script featuring the New England Colonies! This is part of a leveled set of 3 reader’s theater featuring the New England, Middle, and Southern colonial way of life plus additional comparison activities! This freebie script contains 6 parts, making it a perfect activity for centers or leveled guided reading groups! This activity helps integrate Social Studies history content with Language Arts common core s
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3rd - 6th
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Beginning of World War II (WWII) Summary and Worksheet (PDF and Digital)
Need a quick activity to introduce, review, or test prep the beginning of World War II? This NO PREP reading passage provides a broad summary of the beginning of World War II and includes a response worksheet with short answer questions and graphic organizers. The resource is available in PDF and digital format! The summary covers the rise of fascist dictators, the Nazi-Soviet Pact, the invasion of Poland, the fall of France, the Battle of Britain, the Lend-Lease Act, and the attack at Pearl Har
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6th - 9th
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Also included in:Â World War II (WWII) UNIT BUNDLE (Print and Digital Formats)
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