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Labor Day Reading Comprehension Worksheet, September, Back to School, DBQ
Do your students understand why we have Labor Day? This passage helps clear up this question for your students. Students answer 14 questions (identify and multiple choice) to assess their understanding of the text. In addition, there are two document-based activities. One is a chart of the most common jobs in 2019 vs 1910. Short answer questions assess their learning on these charts. The other document is a chart of minimum wages in the states from 2021. Short answer questions assess their
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5th - 7th
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Also included in:Â September Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Reading Passages
Historical Thinking Skills Activities
Historical thinking is a key skill for students to utilize when examining primary and secondary sources. In order for students to fully understand a source, they must examine it in-depth. These activities are designed to strengthen student's understanding of historical sources. They can be used with any type of historical document.
The Historical Thinking Skills Activities includes:
***Teacher Resources***
1. What is Historical Thinking (A letter for the teacher)
2. Think and Link – the step
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5th - 8th
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Love and War: Civil War Love Letters Primary Source Analysis
Unique Civil War Primary Source Activity. Students will analyze ten primary source "Love Letters" from 1861-1864 in order to analyze a shifting society through the preferred communication medium of the time-- letters. Students will use these documents to answer the essential question: "Who, or what, did people love during the Civil War?"Students may assume that these love letters will reveal that soldiers mainly loved their spouse or significant other. While that is overwhelmingly true, afte
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7th - 12th
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Middle School World History Social Studies Pear Deck Google Slides Bundle
Explore history from the earliest humans to the Age of Exploration with these interactive Pear Deck Google Slides! These lessons can be used for standardized test prep, sub-plans, practicing DBQ skills, whole group instruction with note-taking, or in self-paced mode. Students will develop skills such as finding and citing text evidence, identifying and applying domain-specific vocabulary, composing clear written responses, and other writing and reading comprehension skills.✨All slides are easy t
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6th - 8th
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H.I.P.P. Primary Source Document Analysis
Graphic organizer that draws on historical thinking skills to identify and cite evidence of the Historical Context, Intended Audience, Author's Purpose, and Author's Point of View of a primary source document. Can be used with whole group instruction, small groups, or as a pre-writing tool for analytical essay writing.
Grades:
7th - 11th
The Significance of Memorial Day Nonfiction Reading Passage & Quiz Activities
Dive into the solemn significance of Memorial Day with our comprehensive reading comprehension resource. Our engaging 1-page passage delves into the history and traditions of Memorial Day, providing students with a deeper understanding of this important holiday. Paired with 5 thought-provoking questions, this resource encourages critical thinking and reflection. Plus, our interactive True/False quiz adds an element of fun while reinforcing key concepts. Perfect for educators seeking to enrich th
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1st - 6th
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March Madness Nonfiction Reading Passage & Quiz: Engaging Resource for Teachers!
Elevate your classroom resources with our comprehensive "March Madness Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions" pack! Perfect for educators looking to captivate students with the thrilling world of college basketball, this resource includes everything you need for an engaging lesson.Inside, you'll find a 2-page reading passage in both color and black and white versions, meticulously crafted to provide students with an insightful overview of the March Madness phenomenon. Accompanyi
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3rd - 6th
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Introduction to Document Based Questions for Middle School DBQ Skills BUNDLE
Engage and teach your students how to master Document Based Questions (DBQs) with these interactive and engaging activities! Help students become historians and archaeologists as they explore primary sources and artifacts in these resources designed for standardized test preparation, whole-group instruction, or self-paced learning. Students will also practice ELA skills such as identifying and citing text evidence, analyzing primary and secondary sources, investigating online sources, identifyin
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6th - 8th
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Environmental Impact of Winter Traditions Document Based Question DBQ Science
Ignite critical thinking and environmental awareness with our comprehensive DBQ (Document-Based Question) unit, "Unwrapping the Environmental Impact of Winter Holiday Traditions: A DBQ Study". This resource invites students to delve into the environmental impact of winter holiday traditions, fostering in-depth analysis, and persuasive writing. Students will answer the essential question: How do our winter holiday traditions contribute to environmental challenges, and what sustainable practices c
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7th - 10th
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Paper Airplane Nonfiction Reading Passage & Activities for Paper Airplane Day
Unlock the wonder of flight with our engaging Paper Airplane Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Activities, perfect for celebrating Paper Airplane Day or End of the Year or Summer! Dive into the world of paper aviation as you explore the art and science behind these miniature marvels. Crafted for educators and homeschoolers, this resource includes a captivating 1-page reading passage that delves into the origins of paper airplanes, the principles of aerodynamics, and the secrets to ach
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1st - 6th
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April Showers Bring May Flowers Comprehensive Nonfiction Reading Passage & Quiz
Dive into the wonders of spring with our engaging resource, "April Showers Bring May Flowers Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions." Perfect for educators seeking captivating materials for their classrooms, this resource includes a vividly illustrated 2-page reading passage available in both color and black and white versions, allowing flexibility for diverse classroom settings.Explore the magic of nature's renewal as April showers awaken the earth and pave the way for a spectac
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3rd - 6th
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Monarch Butterflies: Spring Migration Nonfiction Reading Comprehension & Quiz
Delve into the captivating world of Monarch butterflies with our comprehensive nonfiction reading comprehension passage and interactive quiz, perfect for springtime exploration! This engaging resource includes a beautifully illustrated 2-page reading passage in both color and black-and-white versions, allowing flexibility for classroom use. Dive deep into the fascinating life cycle, remarkable migration patterns, and conservation efforts surrounding these iconic insects.Accompanying the passage
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3rd - 6th
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Spring Renewal Comprehensive Nonfiction Reading Passage & Interactive Quiz
Welcome spring with our engaging nonfiction reading comprehension passage and interactive quiz! Dive into the beauty of the season with our expertly crafted two-page reading passage, available in both vibrant color and printer-friendly black and white versions. Explore the renewal of spring through vivid descriptions of blooming flowers, returning birds, and the awakening of nature's wonders.Enhance comprehension and critical thinking skills with five thought-provoking questions designed to deep
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3rd - 6th
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Aztec Demise - Drawing Conclusions and Learning Lessons from Primary Source Docs
This Google Doc file is designed for classrooms with 1:1 device access. It was designed to guide students through the Stanford History Education Group lesson "Moctezuma and Cortes." This Doc requires students to gather information about the demise of the Aztecs from the primary source documents provided by SHEG. Students will use these documents to confirm or refute the legend that Moctezuma gave his kingdom away to Cortes, believing he was the god Quetzacoatl come to Earth. Purchase of this ite
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6th - 12th
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Honoring Multiple Perspectives: A Practice in Reflection and Empathy
Give your students a chance to practice empathy, consider scenarios from alternate perspectives, think critically, and reflect.This Social-Emotional Learning activity comes with 5 scenarios, each with 5 stakeholder's perspectives to consider either as a written activity or class discussion.Suggestions for Use:Assign roles to small groups of student for discussion. Allow each group to present their stakeholder's perspective.Assign roles to students as a writing prompt before whole class discussio
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5th - 10th
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Galileo on Trial Package
This package is designed to work in conjunction with the Galileo lesson from the Stanford History Education Group. It requires students to analyze historical documents in order to determine whether Galileo was guilty or innocent of heresy.This package includes:1. Google Doc with directions for students and teachers. This document sets groups of students up to divide themselves into the roles of a court: prosecution, plaintiff, defense, and defendant. It instructs defense and prosecution in how t
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6th - 9th
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Document Based Argumentative Writing Unit: Can Child Criminals Be Saved
This is a high interest step-by-step unit for students using provided documents to write an argumentative paper about the idea of child criminals and the punishments/consequences they deserve. The unit includes answer key, teaching notes, planning organizers, and a rubric.
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9th - 12th
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ACER Style Scholarship Paper for Grades 4-7
Australian Council for Education Research (ACER) high-stake style- exam for students wanting to pass SCHOLARSHIP tests. * Includes one complete set of FULL 4 tests. * ANSWERS included.Test 1: Written Expression (25minutes)Test 2: Humanities Comprehension and Interpretation (40minutes)Test 3: Mathematics and Science (40minutes)Test 4: Written Expression (25minutes)
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4th - 8th, Staff
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16th Amendment - "Income Tax" - Enhanced DBQ - Close Read (PDF for Handouts)
A PERFECT ACTIVITY FOR TAX DAY!
In studying this Amendment, your students will learn the history behind taxing income, an indepth study of the 16th Amendment, and a Matching assessment quiz.
An Enhanced Document-Based Question Unit that includes elements of Close Reading Strategies to gain a GREATER understanding of the 16th Amendment - "Income Tax". This lesson includes:
* Lesson Plan
* Lesson Plan Narrative and Reasoning Guide
* Common Core Standards Correlation
* Primary and Secondary Sou
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5th - 12th
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Wonder by R.J. Palacio Picasso Project
My 6th grade students fell in love with not only Auggie, but all of the other wonderful characters in Wonder. At the end of the unit, students learned about Picasso & attempted to create art much like the famous painter based on a character from Wonder. Their creations & writing were astounding. Turn YOUR classroom into an art gallery, too!
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5th - 7th
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Natural Texas and its People - DBQ - Texas History
Students will analyze four documents to answer the prompt: How did Texas Native Americans adapt to their geography and climate?Packets covers:What is a DBQ?Primary vs. Secondary sourcesBeringiaAn excerpt from Cabeza de Vaca's La RelacionMap of where Native Americans settled in TexasExamples of different types of shelters used by Texas Native AmericansBrainstorming page2 lined pages to write the essayDBQs are a GREAT way to prepare your students for advanced and AP classes!Remember the Alamo and
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â 20% OFF- Texas History -Early Humans and Cultures PowerPoints & Notes Bundle
Everglades DBQ Companion Notebook
Do you teach Document Based Questions? This notebook is a companion to the DBQ Project online's Mini-Q for the Everglades.Please note that this is not a stand-alone resource. You will need to have access to the everglades DBQ by the DBQ project in order to use this notebook with your class.This file includes a 16 page booklet for students to take notes in during. their DBQ study.Just run double-sided flipped on the short edge, fold in half and staple once or twice and you are all set.Looking for
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4th - 5th
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Brain Teasers Problem Solving + Riddles + Puzzles + Escape Rooms + Inferencing
Are you needing to entertain and challenge your kids with this compelling collection of brain-twisting activities! Look no further! This activity includes 300 activities for you to choose from. Anything from escape rooms, virtual field trips, math puzzles, and bell ringers. Daily exit tickets as well! What are you waiting for?
Grades:
2nd - 3rd
Brain Teasers Problem Solving + Riddles + Puzzles + Escape Rooms + Inferencing
Are you needing to entertain and challenge your kids with this compelling collection of brain-twisting activities! Look no further! This activity includes 200 activities for you to choose from. Anything from escape rooms, virtual field trips, math puzzles, and bell ringers. Daily exit tickets as well! What are you waiting for?
Grades:
2nd - 3rd
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