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Common Core WHST.6-8.1a pdfs
Declaration of Independence Activity: The Big Break Up Letter & Texting Activity
The Declaration of Independence was really just a big "break-up" letter written by the colonists to the King of Great Britain. This historical document was written to convince the world of the King's abuses and to let everyone know that the colonies no longer wanted to be in a relationship with Great Britain. While studying the Declaration of Independence, students will use this assignment as a reinforcement to understand just what Jefferson wrote in this historical document. The lesson start
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5th - 9th
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Also included in: American History U.S. History Bundle: Beginnings through the 1850's
Oh Rats! Black Death Bubonic Plague Story Board Europe Middle Ages Activity Set
Created to align with students' supporting claims with evidence! In this activity, students create a 9-scene storyboard for an animated film. The film should be about a flea-ridden rat who helped to spread the Bubonic Plague into Europe during the 1300s. An example page and an easy step-by-step how to draw a basic cartoon rat printable are both included.This lesson can be used after the Plague/Black Death Powerpoint Slides also posted or in conjunction with our Plague that Rocked the World Lesso
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6th - 10th
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Hamilton VS Jefferson Opposition Grudge Match Common Core Activity
Will it be a political party knock out? Students decide who wins based on seven rounds of political policy issues debated by the Federalists and Republicans in early American history. Students identify the political party that best represents their own opinions. This activity is common core because students analyze and interpret quotes from both Hamilton and Jefferson. A fun critical thinking activity that fits perfectly in a New Nation or Early American Politic Unit.This activity can also be us
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8th - 12th
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The Epic of Gilgamesh Common Core Writing and Literacy Primary Source Activity
Step into the rich world of Ancient Mesopotamia with this student-centered and Common Core-aligned activity. Your students will embark on a captivating journey as they explore the timeless Epic of Gilgamesh, gaining profound insights into the beliefs and society of this ancient civilization.Here's how the Epic of Gilgamesh adventure unfolds: Historical Context: Begin by delving into a brief history of the Epic of Gilgamesh and encounter an excerpt from the actual tale. This introduction sets th
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6th - 8th
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Reconstruction Full Unit Bundle Engaging Student Centered Activities
Through this engaging series of lessons, students will analyze whether African Americans really attained freedom through the Reconstruction Era. ☆☆☆ Engaging, student-centered, and make for the middle school mind! ☆☆☆Reconstruction Begins - This lesson provides a clear overview of the major plans related to Reconstruction. Students will compare Lincoln and Johnson's plans, along with Republican Reconstruction and Radical Reconstruction.Freedom Achieved? - Evaluating the Success of Reconstruction
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6th - 9th
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Ancient Egypt Reading: How did Egyptians Build Pyramids? Claim & Evidence CER
Are you ready to have your students embark on a fascinating journey back in time to uncover the age-old riddle of how the Ancient Egyptians constructed the majestic Pyramids of Giza? Look no further, as our "Histories Mysteries: How Did Ancient Egypt Build Pyramids?" is here to take your students on an awe-inspiring historical exploration! Unearth the Secrets of the Pyramids: In this immersive Ancient Egypt Claim, Evidence, Reasoning (CER) unit lesson, your students will become history detective
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5th - 8th
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History Crime Scene Investigation: CSI Hamilton Duel At Dawn
Hamilton was so much more than just an amazing play on Broadway.
Want a great way for students to engage in a group activity while they examine eyewitness testimony, artifacts, primary sources, and solve a historical mystery? Download The Hamilton Duel at Dawn CSI!
This exciting activity can be used to challenge individual students or to encourage collaboration in groups of up to five people. Students form CSI teams and examine real evidence from the duel between Vice President Aaron Burr an
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7th - 12th
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Writing Our World™ Premium Curriculum: Grades 6th-8th
Are you looking to help your students with dyslexia unlock their writing potential? Do your students…• have a lot of ideas, but struggle to get them on the page?• tend to write in run-on sentences?• become overwhelmed with longer writing assignments?• produce disorganized pieces of writing? • write short, unelaborated paragraphs?• resist writing altogether? Cultivate confident writing and critical thinking skills in your students with Writing Our World™.Through this curriculum, students will lea
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6th - 8th
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Ancient India Hinduism Lesson Plan Writing, Literacy, & Fun Extension Activity
Discover an engaging, literacy-centered educational experience with our student-focused activity! Immerse your students in the captivating history of the Aryans and their profound influence on Ancient India, primarily through the lens of Hinduism. The journey begins with a comprehensive two-page exploration of this rich history. Following the reading, students embark on a Common Core-aligned writing guide, honing their analytical skills by furnishing compelling evidence to substantiate their cla
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5th - 10th
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US Civil War Simulation Activity, Tour of Duty
US Civil War simulation activity: Tour of DutyHistory can be difficult for students to understand and experience. Simulations help students put themselves in the past, learning about history in an authentically engaging way. Students love simulations because they don't know what the final outcome will be. It's an exciting learning experience!Want to try a FREE simulation? You can download my free World War 2 Battle of Iwo Jima simulation to get a closer look!This minimal prep simulation puts stu
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6th - 10th
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The One and Only Ivan Novel Study Unit - Printable and Digital for Google Slides
Your students will GO APE over this unique book report project. Activities for the project-based classroom. Mix-and-Match Templates allow you to create a novel unit that is tailored to your students' needs. Both PRINT and DIGITAL versions.PRINTABLE: 69 ready-to-go templates focus on a wide range of topics related to The One and Only Ivan by Katharine Applegate—story elements, themes, symbolism, characters, parts of a book, research topics, vocabulary, and more. Challenge students to use higher-l
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: The One and Only Ivan Mega-Bundle (4 Posters and Complete Novel Unit)
Oregon Trail Activity, Game, & Simulation: Travel the Trail Journaling Activity
Enjoy taking your middle school and upper elementary students on an adventure of a lifetime known as the Oregon Trail! Students will form family wagon teams and race each other to the Oregon Territory. While learning about this important era in United States history, this guided simulation will allow students to learn about and experience history! It’s a fantastic activity for any early American History class or to even use as a westward expansion simulation!What's included:Full teacher and stud
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6th - 9th
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Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy Activity
Your middle school students will love making real life data driven decisions about energy sources for a fictional city. After they analyze the renewable and nonrenewable energy sources they'll create a presentation to persuade a panel why their choices are right for the city. Sharpen your student’s critical thinking, persuasive writing, and presentation skills this with project on energy sources! This project will give your middle school students the chance to analyze the energy needs of a ci
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6th - 8th
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MS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
Also included in: Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy Sources Project Bundle
P.E.E.L. paragraphs literacy writing mat scaffold in history (PEEL)
This powerpoint contains a writing scaffold to help students frame their paragraphs using PEEL. Most students are familiar with PEE in their paragraphs but the L is what makes students show their understanding to a higher level.The first slide is a writing mat with the sentence starters. This can been laminated and given to students to use with their written work, in particular for essays. It could also be photocopied and stuck into the students books for regular reference. My classes have bot
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5th - 11th
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Ashoka the Great? Ancient India Activity Writing and Literacy Lesson Plan
This activity is student-centered and Common Core! First, students read a brief history of the famous Mauryan leader of Ancient India, Ashoka (Asoka) the Great. Then, they analyze some of his more controversial accomplishments and evaluate his "greatness". Next, students formulate an opinion and use his accomplishments as evidence to support their beliefs. They create a conclusion and even draw parallels between his accomplishments and what makes a person great.This assignment includes a few pri
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4th - 10th
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Confucius Impacts China: Writing, Literacy, & Fun Instagram Activity
This activity is student-centered and Common Core! First, students read a one-page history of the life of Confucius, his philosophy and its effect on Ancient China. After the reading, students complete a common core writing guide and analyze the text by providing evidence to support claims about his life and philosophy. As a homework extension activity or another post reading option, students complete an Instagram from Confucius template. They pose as Confucius who has just taken pictures of the
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4th - 10th
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Were the 12 Table Fair? Roman Laws Writing & Literacy Primary Source Activity
Were the 12 Tabkes Fair? Students decide! This activity is student-centered and Common Core! First, students read a brief history about the famous 12 tables of law in Ancient Rome. Then, they analyze some of the more controversial laws and evaluate their fairness. Next, students formulate an argument/claim and use the laws as evidence to support their beliefs. They create a conclusion and even draw parallels about the laws with their own lives.____________________________________________________
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4th - 10th
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History's Mysteries: A Children's Crusade? Claim & Evidence CER Activity
Was there an army of European children that were sent to win back Jerusalem from the Muslims? Students investigate if there was a children's crusade based on the latest evidence! In this fun, Medieval Europe Claim, Evidence, Reasoning (CER) unit lesson, students investigate by reading and gathering evidence from the most recent scientific data and primary sources to answer a focus question. After the reading students create a claim, support the claim with evidence, write reasoning, and offer a c
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5th - 8th
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George vs. George American Revolution History Lesson
George vs. George by Schanzer Google Classroom NO Prep Guide American History | The Revolutionary War Perfect for teaching the causes of war, major battles, affects on general population, and outcomes. The book’s primary focus is on the two leaders, George Washington and King George III, causes of war, major battles, affects on general population, the two armies, and the outcomes. This lesson plan includes:Learning ObjectivesTeacher's Notes - Discussion QuestionsReading comprehension questions
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6th - 8th
Write Like an Egyptian! Hieroglyphics Common Core Writing and Literacy
Students read a brief history of the evolution of hieroglyphics in Ancient Egypt. Then, students support the main idea of the reading with evidence from the text. Students decipher a message and try writing like an Egyptian by writing his/her name in hieroglyphics. Lastly, the students support a claim with evidence from the text in a Claim, Evidence, Reasoning graphic organizer. This product comes with an answer key!═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════►►► This prod
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4th - 9th
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8th Grade Reading Passages & ELA Practice Tests | Informational Text Edition
HIGH-INTEREST 1-page reading comprehension passages 8th grade students enjoy paired with practice tests in both easy-print AND digital self-grading versions. ONE TEXT & ELA PRACTICE TEST FOR EVERY SINGLE EIGHTH GRADE READING INFORMATIONAL TEXT STANDARD (ALL 10) PLUS ones aligned to Language, Speaking/Listening/Viewing, and Writing standards. YEAR ROUND SKILL PRACTICE!Wonderful for year-round skill practice, preparing your students all throughout the year for all those pesky standardized asse
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8th
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World Without Fish by Mark Kurlansky Marine Science Earth Day Lesson
World Without Fish by Mark Kurlansky Marine Science Earth Day Lesson is one of the most popular middle school science books that brings awareness to overfishing, biodiversity and ecosystems, toxins in food chains, human ocean pollution, evolution, adaptation, and extinction of the species. Concepts covered: The theory of natural selectionBiologically and commercially extinct fishBiodiversity & ecosystemOver-fishingHuman ocean pollution Effects of toxins in food chainOcean salinity and temper
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6th - 9th
Gupta Empire Lesson Plan: The Golden Age Literacy & Writing Activity & Fun AD
This activity pack is student-centered, rigorous, and fun. It comes with an informational text one-page reading covering the Golden Age of the Gupta Empire in Ancient India. Students then complete a Common Core writing printable that has them find supporting sentences for claims and summarize the main ideas. Students are expected to respond to questions, find evidence and provide commentary. It fits perfectly with the common core writing standards 6-8.1-10. Lastly, as an alternative assignment o
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5th - 10th
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The Water Scarcity Crisis 5-E Unit BUNDLE | Causes, Effects, Solutions | Google
An engaging BUNDLE of resources to introduce the global water crisis! The guided lessons are FUN for students & the 5-E teaching model is easy for you to use! Print & interactive, digital versions of the materials are included. Made for traditional in-class learning or digital 1:1 classrooms. Everything you need is included!Includes Google Resources: Digital & Print3 Guided Slides Lessons2 Fill-in Notes2 Reading Comprehension Activities3 Interactive, Digital Activities3 Printable Stu
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5th - 12th
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