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Autumn british history Common Core RI.7.1 resources
The Mystery of the Lost Colony of Roanoke Primary Sources Research Activity
This engaging Social Studies lesson about the "Lost Colony" of Roanoke mixes history and forensic science for a hands on approach to learning about the first English colony in the New World. Students examine and analyze primary sources as evidence and use critical thinking skills to come up with 4 of their own theories to explain the disappearance of the Roanoke Colony in 1587. This download includes 3 versions of the activity: Stations - Cut out the evidence (primary sources) and place in manil
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4th - 7th
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Labor Day Reading Comprehension - Printable & Digital
Celebrate Labor Day in your classroom by learning the history of this unique holiday and how it has changed over the years! This set of Labor Day reading comprehension activities includes a full-page reading passage, comprehension questions, a graphic organizer, and a page of engaging writing prompts. Use these activities as an ELA lesson to strengthen nonfiction comprehension skills, a social studies lesson, or a timely sub plan for any class.(For more reading activities for teaching U.S. holid
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6th - 8th
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Magna Carta Reading Worksheet Activity for Middle Ages & Medieval Europe
This is a simple reading and worksheet on England's Magna Carta. It includes details on King John, England's barons, and why the Magna Carta was signed.After the reading, students complete a 1 page set of Common Core-aligned reading questions to help gauge their understanding of the reading. An answer key for this is included for your convenience.This download also includes both printable and Google Docs versions of the activity! If you're in a paperless classroom or just want to integrate more
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6th - 10th
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Reading Comprehension Passages & Close Reading Passages for Middle School Work
The Reading Comprehension Passages with test prep-type questions include high-interest topics that help sneak in ELA test prep for middle school & 5th grade. The 4 engaging informational reading passages are the perfect close reading passages for your upper elementary or middle school classroom during the first month of school, the weeks leading up to Halloween, for state test practice, or any time of the year.Great to use as back to school reading passages with comprehension questions becau
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5th - 8th
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The Battle of Yorktown: American Revolution: Reading Passages + Activities
In this lesson students will learn about the Battle of Yorktown, the last major battle of the American Revolution and the eventual surrender of Cornwallis to Washington. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, graphic organizers, maps, readings and comprehension questions for students to complete.--> Want all of my American Revolution lessons in one BIG money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!!Battles of the American RevolutionThe Battle of Saratog
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7th - 12th
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The Mystery of Blackbeard's Treasure Primary Sources Research Activity
This engaging Social Studies lesson about Edward Teach (better known as Blackbeard the pirate) mixes history and forensic science for a hands on approach to learning about Blackbeard. Students examine and analyze primary sources as evidence and use critical thinking skills to come up with 4 of their own theories to explain what could have happened to Blackbeard's supposed treasure. This download includes 3 versions of the activity: Stations - Cut out the evidence (primary sources) and place in m
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4th - 7th
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American Revolution: Boston Tea Party Stamp Act Molasses and Sugar Acts Big Sale
Are you studying the American Revolution? The Stamp Act, Sugar Act, Molasses Act and Triangle Trade (Slavery) are presented in an EDITABLE and Print 'n Go Bundle for students studying factors leading up to the American Revolution of 1765 to 1783. There are 67 editable pages, and 67 print 'n go pages in .pdf format.Digital Version - Google Classroom Compatible! Included in the download are PowerPoint [.pptx] files. You can edit, copy, print from PowerPoint, or upload them into your Google Drive!
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5th - 10th
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The World of Shakespeare - Stage 4 NSW English Curriculum NEW SYLLABUS
This resource has been designed for the NEW New South Wales (NESA) English curriculum, to be taught from 2023. While the resource will be suitable for a range of students in different contexts being introduced to Shakespeare for the first time, the outcomes are aligned to the NSW Stage 4 English syllabus. The resource is designed to include a wide range of interactive and engaging learning experiences for students to explore the life and world of Shakespeare, as well as to begin to play and deco
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7th - 8th, Staff
Paul Revere & the Midnight Ride: The American Revolution: Reading Passages
In this lesson students will learn about Paul Revere and the Midnight Ride (along with William Dawes and Samuel Prescott), and how they warned the Patriots that the British were coming and the first shots of the American Revolution would soon be fired. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, maps, illustrations, graphic organizers and comprehension questions for students to complete. Also included is Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem and comprehension questions to go along wit
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7th - 12th
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The Thirteen Colonies: An Introduction to American History: Reading Passages
In this lesson students will read an overview of the Thirteen Colonies, focusing on the New England, Middle and Southern Colonies, which gives a general synopsis of what life was like in each region. Students will also learn about what good and products each region thrived in producing. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, graphic organizers, maps, readings and comprehension questions for students to complete.Check out all my other Thirteen Colonies products
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7th - 12th
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Native American Heritage Month Reading Comprehension Passage
Looking to add some engaging and differentiated activities to your Native American literature unit? Check this out!Activities include:Native American History Month Informational TextDefine an Unfamiliar Word with Depth and ComplexityNative American Heritage Month QuizInformational Text About Famous Native AmericansWord Search – Use Words in Context to Fill in the Blanks of Famous Native American ContributionsFamous Native Americans Logic PuzzleOver 1.5+ Hours of Activities (6 separate activities
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5th - 8th
Washington at Delaware, Valley Forge & Battle of Trenton - American Revolution
In this lesson students will learn about George Washington's surprise attack on the Hessians by crossing the Delaware River and the subsequent Battle of Trenton, which was a small but vital battle in the fight for independence, and was a turning point of the American Revolution. Students will also learn about the winter at Valley Forge, in which Washington and his troops weathered through a brutal winter. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, readings and comp
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7th - 12th
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George Washington: First President & Effects of the American Revolution: Reading
In this lesson, students will read about George Washington and his election as the first President of the United States. Students will also learn about the immediate effects of the American Revolution, including how many loyalist colonists felt and reacted. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, readings and comprehension questions for students to complete.--> Want all of my American Revolution lessons in one BIG money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK
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7th - 12th
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The Battle of Saratoga & Loyalist Response to the American Revolution: Reading
In this lesson students will learn about the Battle of Saratoga, which was the battle that convinced the French that the Patriots were capable of winning the war, and the subsequent help and troops they sent as a result. Students will also learn about how loyalists reacted to their fellow colonists' fight for independence, during and after the American Revolution. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, maps, readings and comprehension questions for students to
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7th - 12th
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Fall Reading Comprehension Passages & Questions - Vocabulary Activities
If you're looking for engaging fall reading comprehension practice to honor the first day of fall, the Fall Equinox Reading Unit is includes a high-interest reading passage explaining the Fall Equinox and its impact. Perfect for keeping your students learning and focused during those fall days, the differentiated reading passage focuses on reading comprehension, close reading practice, vocabulary activities, using text evidence, and more.✏️ The best part? This no prep unit will save you time! W
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5th - 7th
Middle School Reading Comprehension Passages NOVEMBER FALL What Happened
Your Middle School students can use these reading passages and comprehension questions to learn about some interesting events that occurred during November! No Prep Needed! Simply print it out and make the necessary amount of copies for your classroom.This resource includes three reading passages, comprehension questions, and an answer sheet for teachers. NOTE: The product you included here is a PDF.FOR MORE CREATIVE AND ENGAGING RESOURCES, CHECK OUT THE TPT STORE:TPT StorePlease feel free to
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5th - 8th
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Middle School Reading Comprehension Passages OCTOBER FALL What Happened
Your Middle School students can use these reading passages and comprehension questions to learn about some interesting events that occurred during October! No Prep Needed! Simply print it out and make the necessary amount of copies for your classroom.This resource includes three reading passages, comprehension questions, and an answer sheet for teachers. NOTE: The product you included here is a PDF.FOR MORE CREATIVE AND ENGAGING RESOURCES, CHECK OUT THE TPT STORE:TPT StorePlease feel free to
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5th - 8th
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The French & Indian War & The Beginnings of the American Revolution: Reading
In this lesson students will learn about the French and Indian War, and how the finances spent by the English led to heavy taxes on the 13 colonies and eventually, the American Revolution. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, graphic organizers and comprehension questions for students to complete.More products related to ColonialismThe French & Indian War & The Beginnings of the American Revolution: ReadingColonial Geography: Age of Exploration: Readi
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6th - 11th
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The Boston Tea Party & The Beginnings of the American Revolution: Reading
In this lesson students will learn about The Boston Massacre and The Boston Tea Party, and how these two events helped bring about the beginnings of the American Revolution. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, graphic organizers and comprehension questions for students to complete.--> Want all of my American Revolution lessons in one BIG money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!!Battles of the American RevolutionThe Battle of Saratoga and Loyali
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7th - 12th
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The Declaration of Independence: The American Revolution: Reading Passages
In this lesson students will read about the signing of the Declaration of Independence and how it sent a direct message to King George that the Patriots were prepared to fight for their freedom.Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, graphic organizers and comprehension questions for students to complete.--> Want all of my American Revolution lessons in one BIG money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!!Battles of the American RevolutionThe Battle of
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7th - 12th
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September and Back to School Informational Texts
This collection of 7 nonfiction texts includes 7 articles, plus questions and extension activities to go along with them. The topics include:Apples9/11, Patriot Day, and the Survivor TreeLabor DayThe discovery of penicillinJesse OwensSchools around the worldShort articles about Voter Registration Day, Beyonce, the autumnal equinox, and National Encouragement Day.The topics are a variety of science, history, and culture. They work well in ELA, science, social studies, and study skills classes.
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6th - 8th
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The Amritsar Massacre
A detailed and well-differentiated, editable history lesson on General Dyer and the Amritsar Massacre. Students explore the context, facts and sources about the massacre before attempting an exam-style practice question on their learning.This lesson lasts 1 hour and is very easy to just pick up and use.The download includes: a detailed PowerPoint, a variety of activities, worksheets, source tasks and more.Loads more History resources at my store!
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6th - 8th
September FUN FACTS Differentiated Close Reading Leveled Passages w Activities
You have Full Permission to Digitalize, Google Drive/slides/docs/etc., Share, Modify, or use any other means to send home to your students. It’s yours- ENJOY! Please send me a copy to share with others on here."September FUN FACTS"NILLY DILLY'S STORY CLUB SPECIALIZES IN LEVELED PASSAGES ALL-ON-ONE SHEET—BUY INDIVIDUAL PASSAGES CLICK FOR FREEBIE PASSAGES!INFORMATIONAL TEXT 5 LEVEL Differentiated 1st Grade- 5th Grade+ Reading LevelsPerfect for Special Needs Classrooms with diverse READERSMain Idea
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Self-Rule in Canada, Australia & New Zealand
Following its defeat in the American Revolutionary War and the War of 1812, the British Empire found itself at a crossroads: how could it maintain the economic and strategic benefits of maintaining an empire, without engaging in any more costly foreign wars?This two-part worksheet focuses on the middle decades of the 19th Century, as communal tensions and rising nationalism threatened Britain's rule over its far-flung colonies. Included are important figures and legislative acts, such as John Ma
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9th - 12th
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