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African history Common Core CCRA.W.10 resources
"Mansa Musa" + Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessment
Historians aren't exactly sure what year Mansa Musa was born, and they can't even agree on when he died. But they can agree on one thing .... HE LIVED ! A brief Article and Power Point reveal Mansa Musa, the richest man in recorded history - highlighting his accomplishments and impact - including his pilgrimage to Mecca. Activities and Assessment included.Lesson includes: - 3-Page Illustrated Biography- 28-Slide Power Point Presentation - Multiple Choice / Document Based Question Assessm
Grades:
5th - 9th
The Hate U Give Movie Guide (2018)
The Hate U Give (2018) based on Angie Thomas' popular novel, shares the ripped-from-the-headlines story of Khalil, an unarmed African American teen killed during a traffic stop by a police officer. Told from the perspective of Starr, the only witness and Khalil's friend. Starr must cope with a personal tragedy while also considering the implications of Khalil's death in a larger context. As tensions run high in her impoverished neighborhood, Starr must also find a way to bridge her life in the '
Grades:
8th - 11th
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LEAP 2025 Test Prep Writing Prompt: Mahalia Jackson and Wilma Rudolph
This writing prompt is designed to address the new CCSS that requires a student to read and interpret text, write an essay using the writing prompt stem, and cite evidence with supporting details.Writing Prompt: “Queen of Gospel Music and The Golden Runner,” are both stories about the lives of two women who paved the road to greatness through determination and courage. Their stories still inspire people today. Think about this! What if Mahalia Jackson and Wilma Rudolph had the opportunity to
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Medieval West African Empires & Kingdoms Unit Bundle Reading Simulation Project
Tired of using boring curriculum? Then use a West African Empires Unit that is engaging for students and provides flexibility for teachers that covers African geography, Ghana, Mali and Songhai Empires. This unit is perfect for veteran and new teachers! It includes 12 activities to engage, excite and support middle school students. Let World History Rawks plan, so you can Rawk! Activities includedTheme based Bellringers helps students build their writing skills while studying Greece. Each bell r
Grades:
6th - 7th
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A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park - Reader Response Journal and Rubric
A Long Walk to Water by Newbery Award winning author Linda Sue Park is an incredible reading experience, one that I'd recommend to any middle school classrom! This product is a set of 24 printable writing prompt worksheets that will encourage your students to think critically and share their thoughts in a well written paragraph. A rubric for self-evaluation and teacher assessment will help both students and teachers stay on track with the writing task.The New York Times bestseller A Long Walk to
Grades:
6th - 8th
Also included in: A Long Walk to Water Bundle
Medieval West Africa - Introduction - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assess.
The Article and Power Point create a brief overview of the geographic and economic conditions in West Africa up to and including medieval times. A great introduction to a Medieval West Africa Unit. Activities and Assessment included.Lesson Includes: - 4-Page Illustrated Article- 31-Slide Power Point Presentation - Multiple Choice / Document Based Question Assessment + Answer Key - DBQ Scoring Rubric (allows students to easily score each other's short answers) - Medieval West Africa -
Grades:
5th - 9th
Medieval West African Empires & Kingdoms Report Card Unit Reading Passages
Transform students into teacher-historians as they study the West Afrcia Empires of Ghana, Mali and Songhai in these no prep GRAPES reading comprehension unit! They will read thematic reading passages about each West African Empires. They will then become experts by answering questions based on each theme. Finally, students will then demonstrate their expertise by grading each theme, calculating the empire's GPA and writing teacher comments. What’s more, each Report Card Activity has several ex
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6th - 7th
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Unknown: The Lost Pyramid (2023) Film Analysis & Discussion Questions
Unknown: The Lost Pyramid (2023) Film Analysis and Discussion Questions is a 16 page lesson plan that includes: * Anticipation Guide * Preview Discussion Questions * Postview Discussion Questions * 29 Chronological Viewing Questions for the Movie for your Students to Complete* Answer Key to Viewing Questions This is a perfect companion guide for student viewing of this documentary and can be used to guide a full class discussion or an independent film study. Follow a team of Egyptologists and a
Grades:
6th - 10th
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Also included in: Secrets of Saqqara & The Lost Pyramid: Film Analysis Questions Bundle
Mali Empire Medieval West Africa Kingdoms Report Card - Reading Passages
Transform your students into teacher-historians as they study the Saharan Trade Routes, Mansa Musa, Timbuktu, medieval West Africa & Mali in this no prep GRAPES reading activity! Easily print or assigned the digital handout on Google Classroom.Students will read thematic reading passages, similar to GRAPES, about the Mail Empire. They will then become experts by answering questions based on each theme. Finally, students will then demonstrate their expertise by grading each theme, calculating
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6th - 7th
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Egyptian Goddesses | Reading Comprehension & Writing Activities
Introducing an exciting new reading comprehension and writing activity bundle on Egyptian Goddesses! This engaging resource is perfect for 4th - 6th-grade students who are learning about ancient Egypt and its fascinating culture.The bundle includes a⭐️Engaging reading comprehension passage that explores the most popular Egyptian goddesses and their unique abilities and characteristics. ⭐️Thought-provoking comprehension questions that encourage students to delve deeper into the material and devel
Grades:
4th - 6th
Excerpt from _Harriet Tubman..._ with Writing Prompt AND Narrative Essay Tips
Google Drive Doc file of an exceprt from the novel Harriet Tubman: Conductor on the Underground Railroad with a writing prompt for a narrative essay and step-by-step instructions on how to plan and structure a narrative essay that uses evidence from a nonfiction text.
Grades:
6th - 10th
Green Book Movie Guide (2018)
Green Book (2018) shares the true story of Dr. Shirley, an African American concert pianist, who hires Tony 'Lip' Vallelonga, a bouncer to be his driver during a tour in the American South in 1962. This movie is many things-- an important conversation-starter about racism. It is also a powerful and well-acted movie that is both provocative and humorous. Now, you can add a rich new way to appreciate it to your collection-- a comprehensive movie guide that is linked to standards. Discuss the theme
Grades:
8th - 11th
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Medieval W Africa - Map & Research Activities, Assessments (Distance Learning)
"Medieval West Africa - Activities" is a colorful yet challenging project which includes the making of up to four maps: the Vegetation Zones of West Africa, the Empire of Ghana, the Empire of Mali, and the Empire of Songhai - all with five things to identify. The Lesson also includes nine general research Document Based Questions the answers to which are easily found in textbooks, online, or with the "Medieval West African Civilizations" Synopsis that is included. Great for pairs, or small group
Grades:
5th - 9th
Songhai Empire Medieval West Africa Kingdoms Report Card Reading Passages
AssyrianTransform your students into teacher-historians as they study Saharan Trade Routes, Sunni Ali, Askia Muhammad, medieval West Africa & Songhai in this no prep GRAPES reading activity! Easily print or assigned the digital handout on Google Classroom.Students will read thematic reading passages, similar to GRAPES, about the Mail Empire. They will then become experts by answering questions based on each theme. Finally, students will then demonstrate their expertise by grading each theme,
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6th - 7th
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Ghana Empire Medieval West Africa Kingdoms Report Card Reading Passages
Transform your students into teacher-historians as they study the Trans Saharan Trade Routes, medieval West Africa & the Ghana Empire in this no prep GRAPES reading activity! Easily print or assigned the digital handout on Google Classroom.Students will read thematic reading passages, similar to GRAPES, about the Ghana Empire. They will then become experts by answering questions based on each theme. Finally, students will then demonstrate their expertise by grading each theme, calculating th
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6th - 7th
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Historical Fiction Passage in Google Docs Underground Railroad
Are you looking for a new and different historical fiction passage about the Underground Railroad in Google Documents? Take your students on a reading adventure on the computer about runaway slaves with this original story. Through this close reading passage, students will learn what it was like to be a runaway slave from around 1860s, America. Students will remain engaged with the story and intrigued with higher level, critical thinking questions. This product is perfect for Black History Month
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Grades:
4th - 6th
Black History Month - Famous Leaders Research
Celebrating Black History Month? This pack includes biography graphic organizers for over 50 influential African American leaders. These organizers are perfect for planning a writing project, using as is, or creating a Black History Month bulletin board. All leaders included in this pack are people that are easy to find informative resources on. People included are Civil Rights activists, athletes, writers, artists, and more.
Grades:
2nd - 8th
Code of Hammurabi Informational Writing Unit | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
An informational writing unit about the code of Hammurabi, which was created in Ancient Babylon, in the region of Ancient Mesopotamia. The unit focuses on key facts about the ancient king and his famous code of laws. The unit has been split into three separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade and sixth grade. A crossword puzzle also comes with the resource to consolidate learning.Included in this PDF printable resource:Four fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort in
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5th - 6th
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Black History Month Bellringers
One weeks worth of bellringers paired with videos that celebrate Black History Month! It is important to talk about and celebrate diversity in our classrooms often, but it is great to make this month extra special by incorporating their stories to start each class period. They can simply be used as bellringers, but I recommend having discussions about the videos.
Grades:
5th - 9th
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African History Digital Listening & Writing Choice Board Activity
Looking for an engaging way to explore African history through multimedia, nonfiction texts? Check out this no prep digital TED talk activity choice board! With 8 different TED talks to choose from, this resource encourages student engagement, active listening response, and synthesis of information. Whether you're looking for a back-to-school activity, a stand-alone lesson, or an analysis and classroom discussion resource, this choice board is perfect for student choice and response!✨ With this
Grades:
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Epic of Gilgamesh Informational Writing Unit | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
An informational writing unit about the ancient king of the city of Uruk in Mesopotamia and the Epic of Gilgamesh, an ancient poem believed to be the oldest story ever written. The unit focuses on key facts about the ancient king and the storyline of the ancient poem. The unit has been split into three separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade and sixth grade. A crossword puzzle also comes with the resource to consolidate learning.Included in this PDF printable resource:Four fa
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5th - 6th
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Martin Luther King Jr Writing Paper Gr 3-5
This product consists of writing paper that includes 10 Martin Luther King Jr. quotes. Use during writing, social studies, English language arts, or literacy center time.Product includes:10 quotes (one on a page) with writing lines1 page of writing linesDIGITAL Version also included! Students can type directly on the pages. Perfect for Google Classroom or any online learning platform.You may also like:Martin Luther King Jr. Quotes-Writing PromptsMartin Luther King Jr. Quotes
Grades:
3rd - 5th
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Sixth grade Africa Investigations menu
Want to provide more choice to students in your social studies classroom? If you teach ancient civilizations, this ancient Africa activity menu gives you the opportunity to back away from direction instruction and to allow students to investigate Africa topics on their own. Your $1 purchase gives you a .doc file that you can modify for your own menu. The menu can be done over several classes.
Grades:
6th
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AP Language & Composition: Black In Latin America Project
This product is designed to accompany the PBS documentary "Black In Latin America", by Henry Lewis Gates, Ph.D. The following information provides guided discussion questions, asample work cited page, a sample essay format, and instructional procedures.
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11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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