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World history Common Core RH.6-8.5 resources under $5
World War 2 (World War II) Timeline Activity
This resource includes 2 World War II timeline activities! The Path to World War II Timeline Hunt includes 16 events beginning with the Japanese invasion of Manchuria in 1931 through the declaration of war against Germany by Great Britain and France in 1939. The World War II Timeline Hunt picks up with the signing of the Soviet-Nazi Pact in 1939 and goes through V-J Day in 1945 for a total of 42 events.Your Students Will Love This!In these World War II activities, the teacher scatters and hides
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6th - 11th
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River Valley Ancient Civilizations | Analyze Mesopotamia, Egypt, India, & China
River Valley Ancient Civilizations: Students analyze Mesopotamia, Egypt, India, & China In this highly-engaging River Valley Ancient Civilizations lesson, students work individually or in teams to analyze the four great river valley civilizations. Students investigate the Tigris-Euphrates river system at Mesopotamia, the Nile River Valley of Egypt, the Indus River Valley on the Indian Subcontinent, and the Yellow River (Huang He) of China!☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a huge discount)
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5th - 8th
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World War I (World War 1) Timeline Activity for U.S. & World History
This resource begins with the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand and ends with the Treaties of Versailles and Sevres. In this World War I activity, the teacher scatters and hides 32 event cards around the room. Students use QR readers to find the dates of the events and record the information on a handout. Then, students place the events in the correct chronological order on a timeline.No QR readers? No problem! A non-QR version is also included!Note: The QR codes were designed for students to
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6th - 10th
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Cold War Timeline Activity
In this activity, the teacher scatters and hides 26 Cold War event placards around the room. Students use QR readers to find the dates of the events and record the information on a handout. They then place the events in the correct chronological order on a timeline. Last, classes or groups compete to see who can put the Cold War events in the correct order the fastest! Students will have tons of fun while learning about important events that occurred during the Cold War.No QR readers? No problem
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Cold War Lesson Bundle for U.S. and World History Units
Fall of Rome: A Student Investigation! Explore 7 Documents For Why Rome Fell!
In this Fall of Rome DBQ student resource Investigation, students explore 7 short documents (5 text, 1 chart, 1 map), to ultimately answer the question: "Why exactly did the Roman Empire fall?" Students analyze 7 documents and complete a bubble-map organizer before completing a "snowball effect" organizer to link the reasons for Rome's decline!☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a huge discount) when you purchase my Ancient Rome activities unit or my Middle Ages activities unit!Students will b
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5th - 8th
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Magna Carta Analysis | Four Principles of Government | Magna Carta Resource
In this Magna Carta lesson plan, students examine the Magna Carta to learn the major Constitutional principles of limited government, shared power, individual rights, and the rule of law before engaging in a primary source analysis. Once students understand these four principles, students turn their attention to excerpts from the Magna Carta and try to find what principle is at work. This Magna Carta lesson is always a hit with my students!This Middle Ages lesson is included in the larger Middl
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5th - 8th
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The Holocaust Reading and Activities Bundle to teach the Holocaust Tragedy
In this Holocaust resource bundle, you receive three high-quality resources to use when teaching the Holocaust in a safe and responsible manner. The first resource is a short reading assignment with analysis questions to complete. The Holocaust is such a deep and powerful topic, so a one-page reading may not be enough for what you need, but it summarizes the rise of Adolf Hitler, the Final Solution, the beginning of the persecution of Jewish people, Kristallnacht, and the building and liberati
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7th - 10th
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Martin Luther Tweets His 95 Theses! The Protestant Reformation & Modern Day!
Martin Luther Tweets His 95 Theses! The Protestant Reformation & Modern Day!This highly-engaging Martin Luther activity presents a fun way to interact with primary sources at the start of the Reformation! Students analyze 6 of Martin Luther's 95 theses that were nailed to the Castle Church in Wittenberg, Germany in 1517!☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a huge discount) when you purchase my Renaissance activities unit located here bundle!Students analyze 6 of Martin Luther's 95 Theses, t
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5th - 8th
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Enlightenment Reading Stations Centers Activity Set (Digital Resources & Print)
This content-rich and fun activity is student-centered and interactive! This key enlightenment figure stations activity has 9 stations with close readings analyzing key aspects of the Enlightenment Era. The stations also have a Google Ready Online Interactive version for distance learning. Students fill in text boxes already created! Each reading is divided into the Enlightenment thinker's ideas and their influence on the US Constitution.The key concepts and people covered are: John LockeCesar B
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6th - 10th
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Magna Carta Primary Source Reading, Analysis Worksheet, & Fun Activity
Students investigate the Magna Carta's important and long-lasting achievements by reading and analyzing excerpts directly from the primary source document. Then, they compare concepts in the Magna Carta to those of the U.S. government. An answer key and instructional materials are included. After completion of the key concept graphic organizer, students collaborate to create a school Magna Carta, writing down a list of realistic demands that they would like to give to the school principal. They
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6th - 10th
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Westward Expansion Manifest Destiny Stations Primary Source Analysis
In this engaging Manifest Destiny primary source analysis activity, student learning is guided by a student source paper, a notes sheet, and a PowerPoint presentation. Using all components together, students will be able to explain the American belief of Manifest Destiny (and the attitudes toward expansion).In the introductory activity, students engage with a PowerPoint to look at synonyms for the two terms, then make predictions as to what "Manifest Destiny" may mean or refer to. In step two,
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: US History Westward Expansion and Manifest Destiny Thematic Unit
World War I Causes | Web of Alliances, Nationalism, Militarism, Imperialism
World War 1 Causes | Web of Alliances, Nationalism, Militarism, Imperialism, + Assassination of Archduke Ferdinand. In this World War 1 student activity, students learn about the FIVE major causes, including imperialism, militarism, nationalism, the web of alliances, and the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo, Bosnia. Students learn about the underlying factors that started World War 1, including the complex web of alliances that sparked "The War to End All Wars" to begin. S
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7th - 10th
Age of Exploration Stations or Reading Centers Activity Graphic Organizer
This content-rich activity is student-centered and interactive! This Explorers reading stations activity set has 11 stations with close readings, map activities, and primary sources. The activity can be done in a distance learning environment as the readings and questions are available in a Google apps option! Students analyze the fascinating expeditions of key explorers including: Pizarro, Cortes, Columbus, Magellan, Cabot, Drake, Cartier, Cabral, and Da Gama.This exploration lesson plan comes
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6th - 10th
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Ancient Greece Geography YouTube Video Graphic Organizer Notes Doodle Style
Are you searching for an engaging and effective way to teach your students about the fascinating geographical features of Ancient Greece? Look no further because we've designed the perfect resource for you! Our map activity combines the power of a captivating video with an accompanying worksheet, offering a dynamic learning experience your students will love. Interactive Video Adventure:Introducing our innovative Ancient Greece geography video, tailored for students seeking both knowledge and en
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5th - 8th
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Ancient Rome Reading Stations & Graphic Organizer Worksheet: Digital & Print
This content-rich, student-centered, and interactive activity has seven stations detailing the (GRAPES) geography, achievements, social classes, leadership (government and laws), economy, and religion of Ancient Rome. The readings include pictures, charts, and maps. Questions and interactive mini-activities are underneath the reading and on a separate worksheet for teacher choice. An answer key is included! Teacher instructions and 5 different activity ideas for the same Common Core readings are
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4th - 10th
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Russian Revolution Reading Activity and Worksheet
This is an excellent, brief overview of the Russian Revolution. The 1-page reading covers all of the major events of the revolution in a simple, straightforward way for students to understand. The reading begins with a section on Tsar (Czar) Nicholas and pre-revolutionary Russia and moves through all of the major events, including the February and March Revolutions, Civil War, and more. A complete answer key is also included for your convenience. An editable Google Docs version of the reading an
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6th - 9th
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Treaty of Versailles and Ending of World War 1 | Student Fact-Checking Activity
In this engaging primary source analysis activity on the Treaty of Versailles that ended World War I, students fact-check a variety of statements about the terms issued down in the Treaty of Versailles to end World War One (known as the war to end all wars)!Students can work individually, in groups, or complete as a homework assignment to tackle this assignment! Students verify statements, then find the proof to back their statements! A Google 1:1 compatible version is included in this product
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6th - 10th
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Ancient Egypt Stations or Gallery Walk with Doodle Note Style Graphic Organizer
Are you ready to take your students on a captivating journey through the mesmerizing world of Ancient Egypt? Look no further—our "Ancient Egypt Stations" resource is the key to your students falling in love with Egypt! Dive into the Wonders of Ancient Egypt:Step into a world of content-rich exploration as your students explore the heart of Ancient Egypt's history. Discover 6 Interactive Stations:Unearth the secrets of Ancient Egypt's geography, uncover remarkable achievements, explore its intr
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4th - 9th
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History Skills Activities and Worksheets
This fantastic bundle of Social Studies Skills Activities and Worksheets covers all the essential skills your students need to understand for studying history! It makes for fantastic back to school activities to help your students grasp the skills they will be using all year long! The worksheets cover all of the following: Understanding primary vs. secondary sourcesReading & creating timelinesDetermining fact from opinionIdentifying cause & effectUnderstanding map projectionsHuman develo
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5th - 9th
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Age of Absolutism and Absolute Rulers | 3 Activities to teach Absolute Monarchs!
Age of Absolutism | Absolute Rulers | 3 Activities to teach Absolute Monarchs!★ This resource is included in the Age of Absolutism Unit Bundle located here! ★In this hands-on resource on the Age of Absolutism, you receive three resources to learn about the famed absolute monarchs of this area, including King Henry VIII, King Louis XIV, King Philp II, Peter the Great, Maria Theresa, Ivan the Terrible, Charles I, and James I. In this first resource, students complete text stations and complete a
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7th - 10th
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Ancient India Stations, Centers, or Gallery Walk: Print & Digital Resources
This content-rich Ancient India Stations activity is student-centered and interactive. The activity has 8 stations detailing the geography, achievements, social classes, leadership, economy, and religion of Ancient India. The stations cover key aspects of the Indus River Valley (Harappan Culture), Aryan, Mauryan, and Gupta Empires.Here's what's included:Readings come with pictures, artifact graphics, and maps. Questions and interactive mini-activities are underneath the reading. A separate graph
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4th - 9th
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Paleolithic, Neolithic & Agricultural Revolution Historical Snapshot Reading
Discover an invaluable resource that delves into the fascinating transition from the Paleolithic Era to the Agricultural Revolution, all while aligning seamlessly with Common Core standards. This engaging resource offers both a concise, two-page reading and an extended three-page version with clearly defined key concepts that you can choose from!Here's what makes this resource exceptional: Close Reading: Our carefully crafted texts feature generous margins, inviting students to engage actively t
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5th - 9th
Viking Ship Interactive Distance Learning Geoexplorers Reading Project Vikings
Explore the world with my Geoexplorers projects! This project focuses on the Viking ships of Norway and Scandinavia. Have your students read the included story about Vikings and answer questions related to the text. A second page using the vocabulary will help the students find the meaning of new words. Once the reading lesson is complete, your students get to build their own Viking ship! This lesson can be used independently, or to enrich a unit already being taught. The page of directions can
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3rd - 8th
Judaism History, Beliefs, and Practices Close Reading and Graphic Organizer
Unleash the power of knowledge with this supercharged Ancient History lesson your students will love! Dive deep into the captivating world of Judaism with our Common Core literacy-aligned two-page close reading activity!Explore everything there is to learn about Judaism including:Judaism's beliefs, practices, and historyThe legendary tales of Abraham and MosesThe Israelite's epic exodusThe Diaspora The Ten Commandments PersecutionModern IsraelOur engaging worksheet and Venn diagrams will help st
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6th - 10th
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