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Bill of Rights Escape Room Activity | Determine the Bill of Right Amendment
In this Bill of Rights Escape Room activity, students investigate eight different scenarios to uncover eight possible Bill of Rights investigations. This Bill of Rights code-cracking activity is an outstanding way to review the Bill of Rights, reinforce major ideas of the Constitution, and bring life, energy, and team-building to your unit on the US Constitution. Enjoy this crack the code US history challenge!This version is designed for the traditional classroom. You can find the version that
Grades:
5th - 8th
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Immigration and the Law - Internet Research Projects for High School
31 printable or digital pages for students to research immigration and the law. Students analyze who was targeted, how the public reacted, what the problems were with it, and what was happening globally or in the US at the time. Students investigate acts of congress, court cases, immigration operations, and presidential executive orders: Oath of Allegiance (1727), Naturalization Act of 1790, Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798, Naturalization Law of 1802, Fourteenth Amendment (1868), Chinese Exclusi
Grades:
9th - 12th
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TEKS Posters 5th Grade Social Studies TEKS I Can Statements
These TEKS Posters for 5th Grade Social Studies are I Can Statements learning targets. They are based on the TEKS adopted in 2018 for the 2020-2021 school year. Many districts require that learning targets be displayed and referred to during lessons. These posters fulfill that requirement. They are re-statements of the Texas TEKS in kid-friendly language, yet they maintain the academic language students need for academic success. ⭐Need "I will" statements instead of "I Can"? No problem! You c
Grades:
5th
Also included in: TEKS Posters 5th Grade All Subjects Bundle TEKS I Can Statements
Fairy Tales on Trial
Students discover a unique way to determine the fine line between “doing wrong” and “crime.” They “study” character education by “doing” - using fairy tales and simulating investigation and trials. The activities challenge students as they use all language arts skills: critical reading, analytical thinking and writing, speaking and drama.
Use with the entire class, choosing an appropriate case by its complexity and appropriate level of challenge. The class creates all elements of a case and pres
Grades:
3rd - 9th
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Bill of Rights Projects, Amendment Descriptions, Vocabulary
United States Bill of Rights Writing and Research Projects! Nine no-prep writing projects that cover several genres including a major speech on Freedom of Speech, a storybook of the Amendments, a freedom of religion mini-book and much more. The projects provide a great assessment to the student's understanding of the Bill of Rights in a meaningful way through real-life applications. Print and go enrichment! A project rubric, lesson handouts (all of the Amendments explained), vocabulary shee
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Government Projects, Constitution, 3 Branches of Government, BUNDLE!
TEKS Posters 4th Grade Social Studies I Can Statements
These TEKS Posters 4th Grade Social Studies "I Can" posters are based on the most recent 4th Grade Social Studies TEKS (adopted in 2018). The text is fully editable in PowerPoint. Many districts require that learning targets be displayed and referred to during lessons. These posters fulfill that requirement. They are re-statements of the Texas TEKS in kid-friendly language, yet they maintain academic vocabulary needed for academic success. There are 90 posters included, covering all eight str
Grades:
4th
Also included in: TEKS Posters 4th Grade All Subjects Bundle TEKS I Can Statements
Ancient Greek Democracy Athenian Democracy Activities Middle School
Democracy, Ancient Greek style! You'll love this resource that engages students in the tenets of Greek Democracy by having them participate in it first-hand! There are three hands-on (votes up!) activities that guide students through the similarities and differences between Greek (Direct) Democracy and Representative Democracy. The graphics are great, the activities are fun, when the votes are in, I think your students will love it!What do they need to know about Greece before completing this ac
Grades:
5th - 8th
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TEKS Posters 3rd Grade Social Studies TEKS I Can Statements
These TEKS Posters for 3rd Grade Social Studies are I Can Statement learning targets. They are based on the TEKS adopted for the 2019-2020 school year. Many districts require that learning targets be displayed and referred to during lessons. These posters fulfill that requirement. They are re-statements of the Texas TEKS in kid-friendly language, yet they maintain the academic language students need for academic success. ⭐Need "I will" statements instead of "I Can"? No problem! You can easily
Grades:
3rd
Also included in: TEKS Posters 3rd Grade All Subjects Bundle TEKS I Can Statements
Civil War Clip Art & Map Set {Messare Clips and Design}
SPOTLIGHTS IN HISTORY
If you liked the President Abraham Lincoln Clipart set then you will love this complimenting Civil War Map Set. It contains 41 high resolution color and black line PNGs for transparent layering.
All items in this set are shown in the preview. Black line versions included as depicted.
Included in this set:
-Confederate Flag
-35 Star United States of America Flag
-Crossed Infantry Rifles
-Crossed Cavalry Sabres / Swords
-Confederate States of America (CSA) Buckle
-Unit
Grades:
Not Grade Specific
Advanced Fairy Tales on Trial
" . . . an age appropriate version of an important element in our society . . ."
Learn it. Remember it. Live it. Right. Wrong. Consequences. Values that make the difference are found in Janis Silverman's second book "Advanced" Fairy Tales. Some of the tales are less familiar; some are more complicated and take a more mature student to untangle the possible misbehaviors to be charged. But the teacher-tested results speak for themselves . . .
". . . What a great way to teacher character education
Grades:
3rd - 9th
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Social Studies Differentiated Choice Board Menus for Enrichment & Early Finisher
Looking for no-prep social studies choice boards? These engaging and differentiated tic-tac-toe menu boards include activities that are perfect for early finishers, gifted students, and enrichment. Choice boards are great for reviewing and extending what you've taught in class, making this bundle an excellent resource during the back to school season or at the end of the school year.Everything you need is included! Your students will love completing the meaningful activities in these social stud
Grades:
3rd - 6th
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Student Letter to Senator: Argumentative Writing & Civics
Let your students voices be heard with this argumentative letter writing assignment!! Students will select a topic, research the topic, and write a letter using a thesis (claim) and supporting research to justify their claim. Then, mail the letter off so that your students can make their voices heard! (Stamps and envelopes not included)
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This lesson packet is takes your students through the basic steps of writing an argumentative letter to their Congressperson. The packet i
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Grades:
3rd - 12th
American Government and Civics: John Locke and the Declaration of Independence
This item is apart of a bundle! Teaching the enlightenment? Use this lesson as a way to teach the philosophy of John Locke and his influence on the Founding Fathers. This can used in Interactive notebooks or as separate consumables You will Love this resource because:Provides 2 lesson versions for Gifted and Gen Ed classes. Collaborative Activity Critical Thinking ActivitiesNotes Declaration of Independence Analysis Editable PowerPointWant access to ALL of my civics resources? Join the Civics an
Grades:
6th - 12th
Elementary School Student Council Application
Does your Elementary School have officers? Would you like a way to promote leadership in your school through your students. Are you a Leaders in Me School that uses Class/School-Wide Officers? You can use this formal application to help students be accountable when applying for a nomination! You will see a student, teacher and even family member section for agreeing with the terms!
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Grades:
3rd - 8th, Staff
Labor Day Emergent Reader
This little reader is the perfect way to explain what Labor Day is to elementary students. The book explains when Labor Day was celebrated, when it became an act by Congress and why is was created.
This would be a good resource to add to your Labor Day social studies or government unit on the holiday.
US History
Labor Day
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Grades:
K - 5th
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Multiple Perspectives on Public or Current Issues Guided Notes and Activity
Teaching multiple Perspectives in social studies? For years I struggled with teaching multiple perspectives in an engaging way. I created this resource as a way for students to understand multiple perspectives on current issues. When doing this lesson you will have to find an issue with multiple perspectives. In class I start off with showing a video of 2 perspectives and we complete the worksheet as a class. SS.7.C.2.13This resource includes: -Lesson Plan - Multiple Perspectives Worksheet- Pers
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Grades:
6th - 12th
6th Grade World Cultures TEKS Breakdown Binder
******* Updated to reflect the streamlined TEKS 2019 *********This binder breaks down the Texas State standards for 6th grade World Cultures. Teachers can use this binder to assist them in their lesson planning in order to insure that they are teaching all material required by the state standards.
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Grades:
6th, Staff
Also included in: Middle School TEKs Breakdown Binders
Second Amendment: Research and Class Debate (Gr. 7-12)
No study of the Constitution or current events is complete without a well researched and organized class debate. This resource provides teacher and student guidance through the 2nd Amendment debate process-- researching the Amendment and its modern application, the debate format, and a written reflection to conclude.This bundle includes:- Ppt to guide class- Research organizers for student use- Four sourced documents to spur research- Sentence starters for debate participant use- Sideline orga
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Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Distance Learning: Boston Massacre Digital Breakout / Escape Room
:::::DISTANCE LEARNING FRIENDLY! NO PREP!:::::The Boston Massacre Digital Breakout Description:Looking for a digital breakout covering The Boston Massacre? If so, then this is the document for you! All you need is connection to the internet! This breakout is on a Google Form (using response validation).A digital breakout has students find a series of online clues to unlock "locks." Breakouts are a great way to increase student engagement in the 21st century. The 4Cs are incorporated as students
Grades:
5th - 10th
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3rd Grade Michigan Studies I Can Statements
3rd Grade Studies I Can Statements
Michigan GLCE aligned I Can statement cards. These cards are two-sided based on Erin Morrison's "Kid Friendly" standards cards.
One side has the teacher standard and the other side has terms that are easy for kids to understand. The I Can statements are taken from EUP ISD and NMLCSS I Can statements.
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Grades:
3rd
State Research Report Digital Google Slide & Print
Are you looking for a quick state research report for students to display for Open House or want students to learn more about their own state history?This research report will work great. It's easy to use, engaging, and looks great. Make sure to click the video preview for an in-depth preview of what is included.This product includes:A digital Google Slide Version and a print versionPrint Version Includes:-1 Page Quick Option-4 Page Option more in-depth (can also be used with a file folder to ma
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Grades:
3rd - 8th
Also included in: State Report & Country Report Bundle
Systems of Government Student Created Gallery Walk
Having a hard time explaining systems of government? Use this student created gallery walk as a way for your students to think about and diagram systems of government. Gifted students will especially love this because it challenges them to think about how the power is distributed. Students will diagram how the power is distributed in a system of government and will walk around the room and guess their peers system of government. Watch your students as they make the systems of government easy to
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Grades:
6th - 12th
HISTORY DETECTIVE: Death of President Zachary Taylor - Primary Source Analysis
For this installment of HISTORY DETECTIVE, students will examine primary and secondary source documents and use evidence from those documents to justify their claim concerning a 170-year-old mystery: Who Killed President Zachary Taylor?
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On July 4, 1850- after only 16 months in office- President Zachary Taylor was in the middle of a heated battle over slavery in the new territories. The "Compromise of 1850" and its controversial Fugitive Slave Act was tearing the nation apart. He
Grades:
7th - 12th
The American Creed William Tyler Page Civics Constitution Week Activities
The American Creed will come to life as your students participate in three powerful activities that bring the document to life. If you are looking for a way to help students understand the American Creed and its origins, this resource is perfect for you. It dives deeply into the Creed, exploring it line by line. The variety of activities helps students see the American Creed from multiple angles, and they'll respond to discussion questions in small groups. It's amazing how fun the American Creed
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Grades:
5th - 8th
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Also included in: Constitution Week Unit US Government Activities 4th Grade - 8th Grade
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