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U.S. History Common Core SL.4.1 resources
Declaration of Independence Unit
Declaration of Independence Unit
Do you want to bring the Declaration of Independence to life for your students? This is the perfect unit for you! My students enjoyed the activities in this unit and I was thrilled to see their love for history grow! This unit will help you take the Declaration of Independence off the textbook page and make it much more relevant to your students.
Contents of this unit:
* What is the Declaration of Independence? - Reading Comprehension
* Who was Thomas Jeffe
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Grades:
4th - 6th
Also included in:Â Declaration of Independence Bundle
Roles of the President | A Day in the Life of the Executive Branch | White House
What does the President of the United States do anyway? Throughout the day, the President wears many hats and is responsible for many different roles within the Executive Branch. This engaging mini-lesson is an excellent way for students to comprehend all roles played by the President. "Roles of the President" is an engaging resource for any unit that studies the President or the Executive Branch. The 7 roles studied include: Chief Executive, Chief Diplomat, Commander in Chief, Party Chief, Ec
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6th - 9th
Also included in:Â PRESIDENTS BUNDLE: Civics, Executive & Presidential Resources
September 11 Interview Project
This September 11th Remembrance Project is the perfect way to have students learn about what happened on September 11, 2001. In this project students will interview a parent, guardian, or any other person who lived during this historic day in America. After gathering information, the students will then come back to the classroom and present on this topic. Classmates will have the option (teacher-choice) to ask questions to cement their understanding. In my class, after all of this was over stude
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3rd - 5th
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Create Your Own Mayflower Compact - Digital & Print Versions
Recreate the signing of the Mayflower Compact with this printable product! Inside you'll find: - ideas about how to use these pages, including links for additional research- a printable information sheet about the Compact- a worksheet to check your students' comprehension- a planning guide to help students map out their own version- a printable, customizable version of the Compact in modern English- blank scroll sheets where your students can write their own versions of the Mayflower Compact- a
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1st - 6th
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Thank You Sarah FULL DAY of Thanksgiving Lesson Plans for Upper Elementary
This product is everything the busy classroom needs! You'll receive a FULL day of Thanksgiving themed lesson plans based on Thank You, Sarah by Laurie Halse Anderson (a lesson for reading, writing, math, science, social studies, plus a craft!).How does this work?Your download will come with 4 files: student activity sheets, teacher lesson plans, and a PowerPoint, and a PDF with Google Slide™ links. Simply print, gather your materials, and GO! No need to look for extra activities, or write out yo
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3rd - 5th
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Native American Tribes of California Social Studies Research Project
Are your students learning about California Native American Tribes of the various regions of California? This student-centered California Native American Tribes research project jigsaw puts the learning and research into the hands of your students. There are two grade level options:Third GradeResearching the Native American tribal region in your community, your students will work in one of four expert groups:1) Housing and Engineering2) Natural Resources3) Tools and Technology4) Religious and Cu
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Grades:
3rd - 4th
Also included in:Â California Social Studies Bundle
Complete American History Reader's Theater Bundle
This resource contains eight complete Reader's Theater activities for middle grade students for American History! The plays in this product cover the Age of Discovery/ Exploration, the American Revolution, A New Nation, The War of 1812, Industry and Inventors, World War I, the Great Depression, and the Cold War!Each play is a 5-Act, 25-role Reader's Theater script. Reader's Theater is an engaging instructional strategy for middle grade students that allows them to act out various historical scen
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5th - 8th
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California Landmark Research Project
Engage your students in learning about California history with this research project. Your students will conduct research on their chosen California landmark, create a PowerPoint about the landmark, create a physical project (a diorama, a travel poster, or a commemorative stamp), and give a short verbal presentation on their research.This is a perfect end-of-the-year or Open House project. Students will be excited to learn more about California, while also exercising their creativity with the ph
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Grades:
4th
Also included in:Â California History Research Bundle: Landmarks and State Symbols
I Survived HURRICANE KATRINA, 2005 - Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Rationale for using Discussion Cards:Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for students to engage in critical thinking and reflection as they read, discuss, and respond to books. Collaboration is at the heart of this approach. Students reshape and add to their understanding as they construct meaning with other readers. The Discussion Cards have questions from each chapter prompting students to cite evidence from the text and take their
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â I SURVIVED Series by Lauren Tarshis - Discussion Card Bundle (W/Answer Keys)
I Survived THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, 1776 Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Rationale for using Discussion Cards:This strategy is powerful in giving students opportunities to work together in mixed-ability, student-led groups. Lower level students benefit from listening to higher level students respond to questions. Higher level students are challenged to express their thinking in a way that helps lower level students comprehend the material.Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for students to engage in criti
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â I SURVIVED Series by Lauren Tarshis - Discussion Card Bundle (W/Answer Keys)
I Survived THE SAN FRANCISCO EARTHQUAKE Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Rationale for using Discussion Cards:Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for students to engage in critical thinking and reflection as they read, discuss, and respond to books. Collaboration is at the heart of this approach. Students reshape and add to their understanding as they construct meaning with other readers. The Discussion Cards have questions from each chapter prompting students to cite evidence from the text and take their
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â I SURVIVED Series by Lauren Tarshis - Discussion Card Bundle (W/Answer Keys)
I Survived THE CHILDREN'S BLIZZARD Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Rationale for using Discussion Cards:This strategy is powerful in giving students opportunities to work together in mixed-ability, student-led groups. Lower level students benefit from listening to higher level students respond to questions. Higher level students are challenged to express their thinking in a way that helps lower level students comprehend the material.Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for students to engage in criti
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â I SURVIVED Series by Lauren Tarshis - Discussion Card Bundle (W/Answer Keys)
War of 1812 Reader's Theater
This resource is a 5-Act, 25-role reader's theater script for the War of 1812! Reader's Theater is an engaging instructional strategy for middle grade students that allows them to act out various historical scenes. This resource is a great review activity and assessment strategy. The acts are as follows: Act I: The War HawksAct II: The Burning of WashingtonAct III: An Anthem is Born (The Battle of Baltimore)Act IV: A Treaty of Peace (The Treaty of Ghent)Act V: General Jackson's Victory (The Batt
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in:Â Complete American History Reader's Theater Bundle
Red and Lulu FULL Day of Christmas Lesson Plans for Upper Elementary
This product is everything the busy classroom needs! You'll receive a FULL day of Christmas themed lesson plans based on Red and Lulu by Matt Tavares (a lesson for reading, writing, math, science, and social studies!).How does this work?Your download will come with 4 files: student activity sheets, teacher lesson plans, and a PowerPoint, and a PDF with Google Slide™ links. Simply print, gather your materials, and GO! No need to look for extra activities, or write out your lesson plans.Lessons In
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3rd - 5th
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Government and Civics Bundle: Essential U.S. Systems + Principles for Grades 4-6
Introduce your students to the foundational concepts of American governance with this "Government and Civics Complete Bundle." This comprehensive package is perfectly tailored for students in grades 4-6, encompassing eight essential topics that form the bedrock of U.S. government and civic understanding.What's Included:8 Introductory Lessons: Each lesson focuses on a different aspect of government and civics, from the Constitution to civic duties.Interactive PDF Worksheets: Each topic comes with
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4th - 6th
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I Survived THE JOPLIN TORNADO, 2011 - Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Rationale for using Discussion Cards:This strategy is powerful in giving students opportunities to work together in mixed-ability, student-led groups. Lower level students benefit from listening to higher level students respond to questions. Higher level students are challenged to express their thinking in a way that helps lower level students comprehend the material.Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for students to engage in criti
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â I SURVIVED Series by Lauren Tarshis - Discussion Card Bundle (W/Answer Keys)
Molly's Pilgrim FULL Day of Thanksgiving Lesson Plans for Upper Elementary
This product is everything the busy classroom needs! You'll receive a FULL day of Thanksgiving themed lesson plans based on Molly's Pilgrim by Barbara Cohen (a lesson for reading, writing, math, science, and social studies!).How does this work?Your download will come with 4 files: student activity sheets, teacher lesson plans, a Social Studies PowerPoint, and a PDF with Google Slide™ links. Simply print, gather your materials, and GO! No need to look for extra activities, or write out your lesso
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3rd - 5th
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I Survived THE GREAT CHICAGO FIRE, 1871 Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Rationale for using Discussion Cards:This strategy is powerful in giving students opportunities to work together in mixed-ability, student-led groups. Lower level students benefit from listening to higher level students respond to questions. Higher level students are challenged to express their thinking in a way that helps lower level students comprehend the material.Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for students to engage in criti
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â I SURVIVED Series by Lauren Tarshis - Discussion Card Bundle (W/Answer Keys)
THE SECRET SOLDIER The Story of Deborah Sampson -Discussion Cards (W/Answer Key)
Scholastic BiographyRationale for using Discussion Cards:Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for students to engage in critical thinking and reflection as they read, discuss, and respond to books. Collaboration is at the heart of this approach. Students reshape and add to their understanding as they construct meaning with other readers. The Discussion Cards have questions from each chapter prompting students to cite evidence from the
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3rd - 5th
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I Survived THE BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG, 1863 Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Rationale for using Discussion Cards:Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for students to engage in critical thinking and reflection as they read, discuss, and respond to books. Collaboration is at the heart of this approach. Students reshape and add to their understanding as they construct meaning with other readers. The Discussion Cards have questions from each chapter prompting students to cite evidence from the text and take their
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â I SURVIVED Series by Lauren Tarshis - Discussion Card Bundle (W/Answer Keys)
THE PRESIDENT: Leader of the Executive Branch Introductory Quiz
Enjoy this brief PowerPoint presentation that can be used as a fun introduction to the Executive Branch or the Office of the President. Students will experience 10 multiple choice questions that the whole class can participate in. Each answer is revealed after each question. Enjoy!Some questions include:- Which branch of government does the President belong to?- How many people have been President?- In what year did the office of President begin?- To what song does the President come out to? (s
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Grades:
3rd - 9th
Also included in:Â PRESIDENTS BUNDLE: Civics, Executive & Presidential Resources
Becoming Muhammad Ali novel study comprehension writing enrichment activities
This resource includes more than 150 comprehension questions with composition prompts and 19 cross-curricular enrichment/project activities for the book Becoming Muhammad Ali by James Patterson and Kwame Alexander. The resource is provided as a printable PDF and as Google Slides™ for use in Google Classroom™. This book is an engaging, inspiring, and timely, cross-curricular historical fiction book that recounts the life of Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali) up to his professional career as a boxer. It
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4th - 7th
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I Survived THE ERUPTION OF MOUNT ST. HELENS Discussion Cards (Answers Included)
Rationale for using Discussion Cards:This strategy is powerful in giving students opportunities to work together in mixed-ability, student-led groups. Lower level students benefit from listening to higher level students respond to questions. Higher level students are challenged to express their thinking in a way that helps lower level students comprehend the material.Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for students to engage in criti
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â I SURVIVED Series by Lauren Tarshis - Discussion Card Bundle (W/Answer Keys)
SHH! WE'RE WRITING THE CONSTITUTION - Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
35 Discussion Questions with Answer KeyRationale for using Discussion Cards:This strategy is powerful in giving students opportunities to work together in mixed-ability, student-led groups. Lower level students benefit from listening to higher level students respond to questions. Higher level students are challenged to express their thinking in a way that helps lower level students comprehend the material.Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provide
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3rd - 5th
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