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6th grade social studies lectures for Google Apps
Editorial Cartoons Political Cartoons to Teach Persuasion Rhetoric Google Drive
Teach your students how to “read” an editorial or political cartoon with this one-day lesson that can also become part of your regular current event assignment rotation. Perfect for English/Language Arts and History/Social Studies classrooms!The lesson begins with an introduction to four persuasive tools used by editorial cartoonists (symbolism, exaggeration, labeling, and analogy) with real-world examples of classic public domain political cartoons. Then, use modern cartoon examples (links incl
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Chinese Dynasty Sui, Tang, Yuan, Song, Ming PowerPoint & Google Slides Notes
This is a 27-page awesome PowerPoint and Google Slides presentation that covers all of the major standards for the Sui, Tang, Song, Yuan, and Ming Dynasties. It was recently revised to include key check for understanding questions! The PowerPoint also has a handout available for the five dynasties of Medieval China also posted. The PowerPoint and graphic organizers categorize religion, government, trade and achievements for each dynasty. __________________________________________________________
Grades:
6th - 10th
West African Empires Ghana, Mali, Songhai Powerpoint and Google Slides Notes
This product was recently revised this year! It now includes check for understanding questions. Students view PowerPoint on Ghana, Mali and Songhai and they fill out the graphic organizer also posted. They then can use the notes to create a folding project about the most important leaders (Mansa Musa, Sundiata, Askia the Great) and the accomplishments of West Africa.The printable notes with graphic organizer is perfect with the PowerPoint!________________________________________________________
Grades:
5th - 8th
Enlightenment Thinkers PowerPoint and Google Slides Notes
This PowerPoint and Google Slides presentation was recently completely redone with new graphics and check for understanding questions. It covers important key figures of the Enlightenment including Baron de Montesquieu, Beccaria, John Locke, Voltaire and Mary Wallstoncraft. We also have a printable notes and fill-in-the-blank graphic organizer and an Enlightenment Thinkers Powerpoint Worksheet or Graphic Organizer available. Also check out the Enlightenment thinker monument, Enlightenment Thinke
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6th - 10th
Also included in: Enlightenment Guided Notes PowerPoint Presentation & Graphic Organizer
Mercantilism - Triangular Trade - Middle Passage (Digital)
Are you teaching about mercantilism and triangular trade? I have a lesson for you (roughly 2-3 days). It includes the following:-PowerPoint presentation with notes and links for digital worksheets-Three worksheets (with informative readings and activities) -Video-clip
Grades:
6th - 11th
Ancient Egypt PowerPoint Notes and Google Slides Presentation
This is a concise, dynamic PowerPoint and Google Slides presentation that has interesting visuals. The notes detail the geography, achievements, social classes, leadership, economy, and polytheistic religion of Ancient Egypt. There are also great 2 page notes and a graphic organizer also posted below. The graphic organizer includes fill-in-the-blank key common core vocabulary for social sciences that can be used with this PowerPoint. It's for absent students too because the same information is o
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4th - 10th
America's 1st Political Parties PowerPoint: Notes, Venn Diagram Activity
This activity on America's first Political Parties features a simple PowerPoint comparing the Federalists & Democratic-Republicans. The presentation begins with a warm up question on an issue from Washington's presidency before going into the rift in his Cabinet that led to the first political parties in US History. All the essential information students need to know about our first two parties is covered in very simple notes. Each slide contains visuals to reinforce key concepts and all inf
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6th - 9th
Ancient / World History EDITABLE PowerPoint & Slides Presentations BUNDLE
Ancient / World History EDITABLE PowerPoint & Slides Presentations BUNDLEThis is a complete set of Ancient World History editable PowerPoint and Google Slides. Each presentation is included in both PowerPoint and Google Slides. The presentations are written on a middle-school level.The text on the slides is editable, but the backgrounds and images are not.Each unit is broken down into multiple presentations, so teachers can use or assign the content in smaller sections.Teachers could use the
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6th - 8th
Early People, Agricultural Revolution, & Mesopotamia EDITABLE Presentations
Early People, 1st Agricultural Revolution, & Mesopotamia Editable PresentationsThis is set of four editable presentations on Early People, 1st Agricultural Revolution, & Mesopotamia. Each presentation is included in both PowerPoint and Google Slides. The presentations are written on a middle-school level.The text on the 52 slides is editable, but the backgrounds and images are not. Teachers could use these presentations for teacher-led-instruction. They could also assign the presentatio
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6th - 8th
Scientific Revolution PowerPoint & Slides Key Scientists and New Thinking
This PowerPoint and Google Slides presentation was recently revised to include Who Said It?- Common Core quote slides. Just click, and the scientist's name appears after class discussion. This PowerPoint shows the key players and new ways of thought during the Scientific Revolution. It has rich pictures and straightforward explanations. This goes perfectly with the Scientific Revolution graphic organizer also posted at our store!Check out the Scientific Revolution Cut out Doll posted for a simpl
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4th - 9th
Ancient China PowerPoint NOTES Zhou, Shang, Qin, Han, and Shang Dynasties
This is a 22 page, dynamic PowerPoint and Google Slides presentation that has great visuals. The notes detail the geography, achievements, social classes, leadership, economy and religious philosophies of Ancient China during the Zhou, Shang, Qin, Han and Shang dynasties. Each section has check for understanding multiple choice questions. There is also a great 2 page notes and graphic organizer also posted. The graphic organizer includes fill in the blank key common core vocabulary for social sc
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4th - 8th
Ancient Mesopotamia Notes - PowerPoint & Google Slides- Sumeria
This is a concise, dynamic PowerPoint and Google Slides Presentation that has interesting visuals. The notes detail the geography, achievements, social classes, leadership, economy, and polytheistic religion of Ancient Mesopotamia with a check for understanding questions after each section. There is also great 2-page notes and a graphic organizer also posted. The graphic organizer includes fill-in-the-blank key common core vocabulary for social sciences that can be used with this PowerPoint. It'
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4th - 8th
Feudal Europe PowerPoint & Slides With Check for Understanding Questions
Recently updated, this PowerPoint and Google Slides presentation is visually rich and informative. It includes great maps, paintings, charts, a visual feudal structure pyramid and a castle YouTube link. The PowerPoint covers the rise of feudalism in Europe, the feudal system (roles of kings, knights, serfs, lords, and the pope), the crowning of Charlemagne, the Battle of Hastings, William the Conqueror and the evolution of the castle. The PowerPoint has check for understanding questions with ans
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5th - 9th
Reformation Martin Luther PowerPoint and Google Slides Notes- Outline
This PowerPoint and Google Slides presentation is a fantastic explanation of why the Protestant Reformation started and where it spread in Europe and eventually the Americas. It also includes a great visual of the religious branches of Christianity that stemmed from the Reformation. I see a ton of AHA faces when I present this one! Check for understanding questions were recently added. Answers appear upon click!⭐These notes can be used with the Reformation Printable fill-in-the-blank and Google
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6th - 12th
Feudal Japan PowerPoint & Slides Notes With Check for Understanding Questions
This PowerPoint and Google Slides presentation is professional, visually rich and informative. It includes great maps, paintings, charts, and a visual feudal structure pyramid. A graphic organizer is also available. Students fill in the blanks while information is being presented.The PowerPoint covers the rise of feudalism in Japan, the feudal system and the shogun, samurai, daimyo, and peasant responsibilities. The PowerPoint has check for understanding questions with answers (on click) embedd
Grades:
5th - 9th
History Geography Economics Citizenship EDITABLE Presentations - PPT & Slides
What is Social Studies? History, Geography, Economics, & Citizenship Editable PresentationsThis is set of nine editable presentations on Social Studies, including History, Geography, Economics, & Citizenship. Each presentation is included in both PowerPoint and Google Slides. The presentations are written on a middle-school level.The text on the 79 slides is editable, but the backgrounds and images are not. Teachers could use these presentations for teacher-led-instruction. They could a
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6th - 8th
Inca PowerPoint and Google Slides Notes: The Rise and Fall of the Inca
This is a concise, dynamic PowerPoint and Google Slides presentation that has interesting visuals. The notes detail the geography, achievements, social classes, leadership, economy, religion and decline of the Inca Civilization. Check for understanding questions have been added to each section!There is also a great two page notes and graphic organizer also posted below. The graphic organizer includes fill in the blank key common core vocabulary for social sciences that can be used with this Powe
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6th - 10th
American History Bundle!!!
Included in this bundle is the entire unit curriculum over The beginnings of America which correlates with McGraw Hills' "Discovering our Past A History of the United States". YOU DO NOT NEED TO USE THE BOOK TO TEACH THIS RESOURCEI have hand made all of these resources over 4 years, and condensed the chapter. This unit is ideal for Middle School/High School, and can take anywhere from 1 to two quarters depending on the age and level of your students.All of the resources will be shared through Go
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5th - 10th
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World History Bundle!!!
Included in this bundle is the entire semesters worth of curriculum over MESOPOTAMIA, ANCIENT EGYPT AND KUSH, AND ANCIENT GREECE. This material correlates with McGraw Hills' "Discovering our Past A History of the World".YOU DO NOT NEED TO USE THE BOOK TO TEACH THIS RESOURCEI have hand made all of these resources over 4 years, and condensed the chapter. This unit is ideal for Middle School/High School, and can take anywhere from a semester to two depending on the age and level of your students.Al
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5th - 10th
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World Geography Bundle!
Included in this bundle is the entire semester/year of curriculum which correlates with HMH's "World Geography". YOU DO NOT NEED TO USE THE BOOK TO TEACH THIS RESOURCEI have hand made all of these resources over 4 years, and condensed the chapter. This unit is ideal for Middle School/High School, and can take anywhere from one semester to two depending on the age and level of your students.All of the resources will be shared through Google Drive. To keep access to this file you MUST MAKE A COPY
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4th - 10th
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Black Panther Party - Fuse History - Leveled Reading, Slides & Digital INB
Fuse History content is where historical events are brought to life like nowhere else! This time the focus is on the Black Panther Party. The content is written at three different reading levels for enrichment or remediation. From social media profiles to coloring activities this is an all-in-one solution to bring students into the most impactful events of history. And any new creations for this event will be added to the bundle.In a Fuse History activity set you will receive:◈Google Slides Edit
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K - 12th
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Aztec PowerPoint and Google Slides Presentation- Rise and Decline of Aztecs
Recently revised to include primary source documents! This is a great PowerPoint and Google Slides presentation with tons of interesting visuals. It details the rise and decline of the Aztecs. Students are asked to evaluate different artwork of the era from both the Aztecs and Spaniards. Check for understanding questions have also been added!Use with the Aztec PowerPoint worksheet or the one page Aztec notes and graphic organizer for further processing during or after the presentation (also pos
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5th - 9th
History of TV & Video - PowerPoint / Google Slides - Video Links & Speaker Notes
History of Television and Video - PowerPoint / Google Slides is a brief history of television and video for video production, media or history classes. These PowerPoints are completely editable and include speaker notes that aid your understanding of each slide and use during your lecture. PowerPoints also include video clip links. This is an excellent addition to your Video Production class.* Includes both a PowerPoint and Google Slides version of the slideshow.Topics CoveredtelevisionWRGB / N
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6th - 12th
Ancient Greece PowerPoint Notes and Google Slides Presentation
This is a great dynamic PowerPoint and Google Slides presentation that has interesting visuals. The notes detail the geography, achievements, social classes, leadership, and contributions to democracy, economy, and religion (Greek mythology). There are also great 2-page notes and graphic organizer also posted. The graphic organizer includes fill-in-the-blank key common core vocabulary for social sciences that can be used with this PowerPoint.✓ SAVE BIG! This product is also included a money-savi
Grades:
4th - 8th
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