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UPDATED A Young People's History of the United States Study Guide v2.0
This is the full study guide I created to go along with Howard Zinn's book "A Young People's History of the United States".
Now includes:
Table of Contents
Extra Activities
Grades:
8th - 10th
Government Video Study Guide: The Hunger Games
This video study guide is designed to accompany the 2012 film The Hunger Games. It contains 27 multiple-choice questions, 4 ethical reasoning (short answer) questions, and 1 essay question. Answer key follows the student handout in the Microsoft Word file.
Because of a modified schedule due to standardized testing, one of my freshman government classes recently had to suffer through a few extra hours of class with me. I've found that the (color, Americanized) film adaptation of Lord of the Flie
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6th - 12th
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The Branches of Government Webquest Collection
These 4 great webquests go over the 3 branches of government and the Executive Cabinet. Save money and buy the collection! The four webquests can be viewed and purchased individually below:The Executive Branch WebquestThe Executive Cabinet WebquestThe Legislative Branch WebquestThe Judicial Branch WebquestAll of my government lesson plans are in the following collection:Government and Civics CollectionIndividual Government Lesson Plans:Government WebquestsThe Legislative Branch WebquestJudicial
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4th - 10th
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Civil War Ken Burns Video Questions: All 9 Episodes - Over 200 Questions
Over 200 Questions (No answer key provided) of varying levels for all 9 Episodes for Ken Burns Civil War. Topics include Lincoln, Grant, Gettysburg, Sherman, Lee, Clara Barton, Shiloh, slavery, Battle of the Wilderness, and many more. There about 20-25 questions for each episode. About 20 percent of the questions are high level thinking/opinion/discussion type questions.Here are some examples of questions which are included:8. By 1860 how many people in America were slaves? 9. Who was William
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8th - 12th
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Ellis Island and Angel Island Immigration Lesson Plan Collection
This great lesson plan collection will cover everything your students need to know about immigration to United States through Ellis Island and Angel Island. The webquests will give your students historical information about both immigration centers. Immigration journal activities are included for both Ellis and Angel Island. Teacher answer sheets are included for the webquests.The lesson plans on Ellis Island and Angel Island include the following: (Please click on the links to learn more about
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5th - 12th
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Conspiracy Theory? Kennedy Assassination- AWESOME INQUIRY LESSON-3 days
With this lesson students play detective, look at suspects and theories, and rule out those theories relating to the Kennedy Assassination.
This includes 11 Documents and videos to help students question suspects and rule out theories to have them develop their own belief as to who killed JFK.
I LOVE this inquiry lesson because I had my students use posters and create web links similar to most detectives on crime shows.
THEY LOVED THIS!
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Not Grade Specific
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Student Play: English Civil War and Glorious Revolution
This fun and exciting play that I wrote for students takes students from the origins of the weaker English Monarchy through the troubles of Charles I, the interregnum under Oliver Cromwell, the Restoration, and the Glorious Revolution using historical information but also fun pop cultural references. I've used this play with my students (revising to keep up with the pop culture) over the last several years, and the kids absolutely love it--and remember the content well. In general, it takes my k
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8th - 12th
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Foreign Government Research Study Comparative Country Project Editable
This project is fully editable, so teachers may personalize it for their own Civics, Government, AP Government, AP Comparative Government, or other relevant class. This resource contains the project assignment, task, and prompt, as well as a four page research worksheet, and a detailed rubric. Each element of this resource can be edited to work with your specific curriculum. With this study, students will analyze the characteristics, and development of different political systems, with emphasis
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9th - 12th
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Executive Branch Test (Government)
Executive Branch Unit Test / Exam / Assessment. The Executive Branch Test Includes a variety of 50 Multiple Choice, Matching, and True/False questions as well as 1 Extended Essay Response question. Covers the Office of President and Vice President, The job of the President, Foreign Policy, Presidential Advisers and Executive Agencies. Typed Key Included! Assessment works great with cornell notes sections covering the Executive Branch. Check out the Executive Branch Unit Study Guide too!
This p
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Three Branches Government Bundle
9/11 Documentary Video Questions and Reflections: Naudet Brothers
These are some questions and discussion points for the Naudet brothers 9/11 documentary that was meant to be a documentary about new firefighters but ended up being some of the first footage of the 9/11 incident.
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7th - 12th
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The Roots of American Democracy | Digital Learning Pack
Where do the foundational ideas of American Democracy come from? Did the founding fathers think up all of the ideas that form our constitution? Did we draw influence from other outside sources? Find out the answers to these questions and more with this great pack of resources! Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "The Roots of American Democracy" Distance Learning Pack includes:1) 5 pages of engaging graphic organizers that help your students sort out all of the key concepts about the roo
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Introduction to American Government | Digital Learning | Deluxe Bundle
2nd Amendment / Gun Control Analysis
This engaging packet provides students with the opportunity to analyze various types of political information related to the Second Amendment. Through analyzing charts, graphs, infographics, political cartoons, and text descriptions of political party stances, students will gain a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding the topic. Key features include:Analysis of various types of political information related to the Second AmendmentDiscussion questions that promote critical thinking
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7th - 12th
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Judicial Branch Test (Government)
Judicial Branch Unit Test / Exam / Assessment. Includes a variety of 50 Multiple Choice, Matching, and True/False questions as well as 3 Extended Essay Response questions. Covers the Federal Courts, The Supreme Court, The Supreme Court at Work, and more.... Assessment works great with cornell notes sections covering the Judicial Branch. Check out the Judicial Branch study guide too! This product is also sold as part of the Judicial Branch Unit Bundle . Each bundle from High Altitude History sav
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Three Branches Government Bundle
Global Issues Awareness Project(s)
This comprehensive project challenges students to inform, raise awareness, and advocate on a global issue of their choice. Students research and plan an awareness campaign to deliver to their community, school, and/or student body. Turn students from passive learners into advocates as they assume the role of teacher as they are challenged to inform and educate their peers about their topic. The project requires students to be creative, innovative and use 21st century skills as they complete
Grades:
9th - 12th
The Powers of Congress | The Legislative Branch | Digital Learning Pack
This objective for the powers of Congress will help your students understand the expressed and implied powers of Congress. Students will get the opportunity to examine these powers and think critically about why the Framers of the Constitution included these powers. Give your students everything they need to master this topic with this great pack of resources. Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "The Powers of Congress" Distance Learning Pack includes:1) 4 pages of engaging graphic organiz
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â The Legislative Branch | Digital Learning | Deluxe Bundle
Student Notes Prentice Hall: America: History of Our Nation Distance Learning
This document outlines the entire Prentice Hall America: History of Our Nation Beginnings through 1877 book. It is the exact notes that are on the Chapter Power Points I have posted. However, it is not just the subheadings, but extra information, tables, and details to help increase student understanding. Teachers version with additional stories (and power point pictures explained) to follow.
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8th
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DBQ Constitution Debate--Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists
One of the most interesting topics in any U.S. History class is the development and ratification of the Constitution. This packet includes documents that guide students towards answering the question, "Should the Constitution be ratified?" The question is posed in the present tense, because ideally, students take the role of Federalist or Anti-Federalist in debating the merits and drawbacks of the Constitution. The packet includes sentence starters, space for students to list the most relevan
Grades:
6th - 12th
"Prisoners of Geography": Discussion Questions (AP Human Geography)
Tim Marshall's NY Times Bestselling "Prisoners of Geography: Ten Maps That Explain Everything About the World (2016)" is exactly the supplemental book my fellow AP Human Geography teachers and I were looking for to enrich our classes. London Evening Standard calls Prisoners of Geography, "Quite simply, one of the best books about geopolitics you could imagine." Each student has a copy of the book, and they complete around twelve higher-level thinking questions we pose to them for each of the
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The Purpose of Government | Digital Learning Pack
Are you looking for an activity to introduce your American Government course? We have laid out a perfect pack of items to help you introduce the basics concepts of government to your students. This in depth pack has everything you need! Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "The Purpose of Government" Distance Learning Pack includes:1) 4 pages of engaging graphic organizers that help your students sort out all of the key concepts about the formation of government. Students complete pages on
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Introduction to American Government | Digital Learning | Deluxe Bundle
US Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Infographics Analysis Lesson
Teach your students about the US Gross Domestic Product (GDP) through analyzing various infographics with this engaging lesson plan. This activity provides a comprehensive overview of GDP and includes:Observation and comparison of US GDP to other countriesAnalysis of changes in US GDP over timeIdentification of the types of spending that make up US GDPAnd more!This lesson is perfect for promoting critical thinking and data analysis skills. Help your students understand the significance of GDP an
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9th - 12th
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Legislative Branch Test (Government)
Legislative Branch Unit Test / Exam / Assessment. Includes a variety of 50 Multiple Choice, Matching, and True/False questions, as well as 2 Extended Essay Response questions. Covers the organization of Congress, Qualifications, Powers, and the Process of a Bill becoming a Law. Assessment works great with Cornell notes sections covering the Legislative Branch.This product is also sold as part of the Government: The Legislative Branch Unit Bundle . Each bundle from High Altitude History saves yo
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Three Branches Government Bundle
Media Literacy: Credible Sources in the Media
This entertaining introduction to current events in the popular press is sure to bring plenty of laughs in your classroom. The two-day lesson presents students with objective criteria for assessing the credibility of popular press reports with an emphasis on evaluating the individual report rather than the source. Students practice employing the criteria on reports from a variety of sources including a reputable newspaper, a tabloid product, and a government propaganda film. In doing so, stu
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9th - 12th
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The Age of Big Business | Digital Learning Pack
Age of Big Business NO PREP DISTANCE LEARNING PACK! You can create an engaging and innovative lesson on the rise of big businessmen, monopolies, and mega-industrialists in late 19th century America! And all of the materials you need are in this bundle! Digital and Paper Copies included!This "Age of Big Business" Distance Learning Pack includes:A graphic organizer activity that assess your students's comprehension of the rise of big businessmen like Carnegie, Morgan, Vanderbilt, and Rockefeller,
Grades:
5th - 12th
Also included in:Â Gilded Age & Progressive Era | Digital Learning | Deluxe Bundle
U.S. President Research Project
Students will select a U.S. President and complete this research packet. They will look up his elections/campaigns, accomplishments, etc...
After the students complete the research, I have them create a visual aid that includes all of their info. This usually comes in the form of a poster or "tri-fold" board. But I do allow students to create a website, Prezi, or any other visual project that depicts all of the info.
Usually a big hit and the students always surprise me with their creativity
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Grades:
7th - 12th
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