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British history Common Core CCRA.SL.2 resources
Beowulf Clash of Gods Season 1, Episode 8: Viewing Guide
The History Channel’s Clash of God’s series includes a comprehensive and worthwhile account of the background of the epic, Beowulf. The one-hour video will provide your students supportive context and some fascinating information on recent excavations that might prove the epic a reality. The film viewing guide can serve as notes, especially for struggling students. Most questions are fill-in-the-blank. An answer key is included. The video is available to stream from Amazon.com for a small fee.
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9th - 12th
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Dark Despair: An Engaging Research/Presentation Project for the Victorian Era
Perfect for any unit before learning about the Victorian era, this engaging, no prep research and presentation project will have your students learning about this time period and excited to talk about it, too! Students will choose from a list of twenty-eight dreadful topics and present their findings to the class. While presenting, you can use the included rubric to grade their work. It's standards-based, fun, and everything you need to have a fun introduction to this period...minus the boring l
Grades:
7th - 12th
Queen Elizabeth I Fact or Fiction: A Fun Note-Taking Activity
This no prep engaging game teaches students about Queen Elizabeth I through interesting facts about her and her reign; using the presentation, students play while also taking notes on the provided note-catcher! After using this resource, you'll be ready to teach any text by Queen Elizabeth or continue your lesson on anything pertaining to her...all while avoiding lecture and promoting engagement!
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8th - 12th
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British Literature: Anglo-Saxon Period
Unit notes and activities, and with the handouts posted on my blog, the only thing you'll need is a test . Check out the full unit at www.solutionsandsimiles.com(I also have Kahoots and Quizlets to share with this unit!)
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11th - 12th, Adult Education
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Industrial Revolution Informational Writing Unit | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
An informational writing unit focuses on what the industrial revolution was, and then looks at some of the child labor issues that arose during those times. It has been split into three separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade and sixth grade.Included in this PDF printable resource:Four fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into paragraphsWriting templates for four draft paragraphsA template for students to write up their neat informational textA crossword puzzle
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5th - 7th
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Also included in:Â Industrial Revolution Close Reading & Writing Bundle | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
Boston Massacre - Primary Source Perspectives with Lesson Plans
This kit includes 10 pages:- 3-page instructor guide with a big picture overview, and two days of detailed lessons- Primary Source Perspective Analysis (great for a Warm Up / Do Now) to get the conversation started about bias. Print two on one page to save some paper.- Two primary source images depicting opposite perspectives on the Boston Massacre. I recommend printing a class set and laminating!- Two excerpts from primary source documents that demonstrate both the British and Colonial perspect
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6th - 10th
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King George III Close Reading & Biography Bundle | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
Two great activities that would span five lessons about the infamous English King, George III, who was King during the American War of Independence (American Revolutionary War) and the Napoleonic Wars. Perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade.NO PREP is needed!Firstly, there is a close reading activity where children need to read through an informational text, and then answer comprehension and grammar questions, before completing an extension activity. Secondly, there is a biography wr
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5th - 6th
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William the Conqueror Close Reading & Biography Bundle | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
Two great activities that would span five lessons about the life of famous English King, William the Conqueror or William I, who won the throne of England at the Battle of Hastings. Perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. NO PREP is needed!Firstly, there is a close reading activity where children need to read through an informational text, and then answer comprehension and grammar questions, before completing an extension activity. Secondly, there is a biography writing unit which ha
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5th - 6th
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King Henry VIII Close Reading & Biography Bundle 5th Grade & 6th Grade
Two great activities that would span five lessons about the infamous Tudor king of England, Henry VIII. Perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. NO PREP is needed!Firstly, there is a close reading activity where children need to read through an informational text, and then answer comprehension and grammar questions, before completing an extension activity. Secondly, there is a biography writing unit which has been split into four separate lessons of reading, sorting and writing.Includ
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5th - 6th
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KS1 Great Fire of London - 4 Full Lesson Plans and Resources
One little spark, that’s all it took to start the Great Fire of London. Here are four full lesson plans plus all the resources you need to turn up, engage, inspire and teach KS1 Great Fire of London. Lessons include listening and speaking, history, fiction, writing, art and drama. Watch the sparks fly!Learning outcomes:English• listen and respond appropriately to adults and their peers• give well-structured descriptions, explanations and narratives for different purposes, including for expressin
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K - 1st
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Tudor Life Research Project
This is a research project for student to learn more about what life was like for those living during the Tudor dynasty. They research a particular area (Ex: Tudor Medicine) and then present the information to the rest of the class. I assign it after The Tudor Monarchy Historical Background Lesson. The download includes directions for the project on a PowerPoint, a handout for students (with resource links), and a rubric that includes a component for individual and group evaluation. This is part
Grades:
7th - 10th
Also included in:Â The Prince and the Pauper by Mark Twain: Teaching Unit BUNDLE
William the Conqueror Biography Writing Unit | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
A biography writing unit about the life of famous English King, William the Conqueror or William I, who won the throne of England at the Battle of Hastings. The NO PREP unit has been split into four separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade.Included in this PDF printable resource:Four fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into paragraphsWriting templates for four draft paragraphsTwo prompt sheets for students to write their introduction and conclusi
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5th - 6th
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Also included in:Â Middle Ages Mega Bundle of Activities | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
King George III Biography Writing Unit | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
A biography writing project about the the life of infamous British King, George III - who was on the throne during the American War of Independence (or the American Revolutionary War) and the Napoleonic Wars in Europe.The NO PREP unit has been split into four separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn about the famous figure whilst working on their comprehension skills and developing their creative writing.Included in this PDF printable resour
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5th - 6th
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Also included in:Â King George III Close Reading & Biography Bundle | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
King Henry VIII Biography Writing Unit | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
A biography writing project about the infamous Tudor king of England, Henry VIII. The NO PREP unit has been split into four separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn about the famous figure whilst working on their comprehension skills and developing their creative writing.Included in this PDF printable resource:Four fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into paragraphsWriting templates for four draft paragraphsTwo prompt sheets
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5th - 6th
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Also included in:Â King Henry VIII Close Reading & Biography Bundle 5th Grade & 6th Grade
Prince Philip Biography Writing Unit | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
A biography writing unit about the life of Prince Philip, who until his recent death was the husband of Queen Elizabeth II. The NO PREP unit has been split into four separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade.Included in this PDF printable resource:Three fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into paragraphsWriting templates for four draft paragraphsTwo prompt sheets for students to write their introduction and conclusionA template for students to wri
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5th - 6th
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Also included in:Â Prince Philip Close Reading & Biography Bundle 5th Grade & 6th Grade
General Election Escape Room
General Election 2019 escape room lesson that covers political leaders, political parties, key conventions around general elections, key aspects of the General Election 2019 and more. Students explore what they already know about British politics and build on their basic knowledge, exploring their own opinions and evaluating what is important to them during elections. A really useful resource for tutor time or Citizenship lessons.
Grades:
7th - 10th
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