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English language arts Common Core RH.9-10.3 lessons
Unbroken Complete Study Unit
Captivate your students with the incredible story of Louie Zamperini in Unbroken. This complete unit will engage your class right from the start with interactive activities, thought-provoking discussions, and even fun creative assignments! You and your students will LOVE this deep dive into the world of Louie and World War II!With this teacher time-saving unit, students will go beyond basic comprehension questions and learn and practice ELA content and skills! This Unbroken Unit is divided into
Grades:
8th - 10th
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Ancient Egypt Reading Passages, Comprehension, & Geography - Nile River
These Ancient Egypt worksheets introduce students to the geography of this ancient civilization, specifically the Nile River. This Common Core aligned resource is perfect for whole group, small group, or individual student annotations. ....And the fact that it is NO PREP makes it even better! Updated December 2023 to include a PDF version!Completely updated in November 2022 to include more content!!STUDENTS WILL...Read the informational text about the Nile River and answer reading comprehensi
Grades:
6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Olympics in Ancient Greece, Then and Now: Reading Passages, Compare & Contrast
These Olympic worksheets introduce students to the Olympics that originated in Ancient Greece and continue during modern times. This Common Core aligned resource is perfect for whole group, small group, or individual student annotations.....And the fact that it is NO PREP makes it even better!Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!UPDATED IN DECEMBER 2022 with a new Brainpop log in and a PDF copy of the product in case there is formatting issues. Any spelling or grammar errors have been
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
National History Day Projects From Start to Finish 2023-2024
NOTE: Enjoy the NEWLY UPDATED 2023-2024 version (Turning Points in History Theme)! It has brand new materials related to this year's theme, and I also updated lessons to include a more comprehensive and integrated approach to using both primary and secondary sources.This is your one stop shop for all National History Day lessons and resources!National History Day is a contest in which student choose a topic, conduct in depth research, and create a project (5-6 project categories to choose from!)
Grades:
6th - 12th
The Mystery of King Tut in Ancient Egypt: Reading Passages, Comprehension
This lessons focuses on the life, the very mysterious death, and the treasure of King Tut. In the course of the lesson, students will read about how: How King Tut came to be PharaohA fictional news article dealing with his mysterious deathThe 'curse' that surrounded those who discovered and entered his tombAs well as a video clip chronicling recent scientific discoveries done his the boy King's remains.Updated December 2023 to include a PDF version!Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point
Grades:
5th - 12th
Types:
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
The Roman Colosseum & Gladiators in Ancient Rome: Reading Passages + Activities
Students will be able to explore the Roman Colosseum, including why it was constructed, its history, what it was used for, past and present. Students will be exposed to a variety of different media (visual and print) to help them gain a greater understanding of the Roman Colosseum and its place in history.Updated August 2023 with a PowerPoint!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesLife and Politics i
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Hinduism & Buddhism: Compare & Contrast: Ancient India: Reading Passages
In this lesson students will compare and contrast the beliefs of Hinduism and Buddhism, and create a graphic organizer to keep track of these findings. In addition, students will use their graphic organizer to help them write an extended response (teacher model included) that explains the similarities and differences between Hinduism and Buddhism.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLI
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Greek Myths: Medusa, Perseus, Athena, Theseus: Reading & Comprehension Passages
In this lesson students will read and complete work dealing with three Greek Myths, including Athena's punishment to a vain Medusa; Medusa's demise at the hands of Perseus; Theseus and the Minotaur. After reading each myth, students will complete work, including identifying and character traits, for each of the ancient stories.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient Greece Unit - Bundle of Les
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Greek Myths: Pandora's Box & Prometheus: Reading & Comprehension Passages
In this lesson, students will be able to determine a theme or central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details. Student will two this through two Greek myths - Pandora's Box and Prometheus. After identifying the theme and the details that support it, students will compare and contrast the two central characters and express this through a Venn diagram and a complete paragraph.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundl
Grades:
6th - 10th
Types:
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
The Gods & Goddesses of Ancient Egypt: Reading Passages, Comprehension, Religion
This lesson introduces students to religion, the afterlife and the Gods that have come to define ancient Egypt. Students are introduced to the above, as well as 5 of the more prominent Gods of ancient Egypt, as well as what was expected of people to be rewarded with a positive afterlife.Updated December 2023 to include a PDF version!Updated November 2023 to include a PowerPoint!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Mon
Grades:
6th - 10th
Types:
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Cause and Effect in Ancient Sumer & Sumerians: Reading Passages + Activities
This lesson provides a thorough understanding and history of the Ancient Sumerians. Students will read about the influences and advancements of their religion, government, tools, permanent homes, stable food supply and written language. Students will then examine the causes and effects these aspect of the Sumerians had on them as a civilization. All readings in this lesson are differentiated for lower level and higher level students.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE m
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundles for Ancient Egypt, India, China, Greece, Rome
The Final Day of Pompeii: Ancient Rome: Reading Passages, Comprehension Activity
Students will examine the city of Pompeii, which was destroyed by a volcano from Mt. Vesuvius. Students will be exposed to a variety of different media (articles, pictures, videos) to give them a proper and reflective portrayal of what happened to Pompeii in the past, as well the information its discovery has revealed.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving Bund
Grades:
6th - 10th
Types:
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
The Battle of Troy: The Trojan War in Ancient Greece: Reading & Comprehension
Students will be able to analyze an artifact using their notes and draw a conclusion as to how that artifact was used in the civilization it belongs to. Students will look at how the artifact was made, what it was made of and the purpose of that artifact. Students will then connect these artifacts to the material they've covered in class.Updated December 2023 to include a PDF version!Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE mone
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
The Beginnings of the Ancient Roman Republic: Rome Reading Passages
Students will have a brief introduction to ancient Rome. Students will have short reading, accompanied by a series of comprehension questions. Students will be to describe different geographic features of Italy and Rome, and compare that to other civilizations we have studied this year. Also, students will begin to identify to characteristics of a republic.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesLife
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
The Inventions of Ancient China: Making Inferences: Reading Passages + Activity
In this lesson students are introduced to the numerous inventions to originate in ancient China (including gunpowder, the wheelbarrow, the calendar, and many others). Students will make their own inferences to determine the importance of these inventions (then and now) and will be expected to relate it to our current modern era, and how these technologies have made life easier throughout history.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle?
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Ancient Egypt's Social Pyramid: Reading Passages, Comprehension, Hierarchy
This lesson introduces students to the social pyramid of ancient Egypt (Pharaoh, Viziers, Scribes, Artisans, Peasants0. Students will first learn about the idea of a social pyramid by creating one for their own school and assigning spots to certain groups (principal, deans, office staff, teachers, students).Updated December 2023 to include a PDF version!Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bund
Grades:
5th - 10th
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Informational Article: Jesse Owens at the 1936 Berlin Olympics: Reading Passages
This lesson contains an article about the Jesse Owens four gold medal performance at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, and the struggle and controversy that surrounded the games. The lesson comes with a writing prompt, a graphic organizer and questions to help initiate a discussion. Works very well as non-fiction compliment to a unit on the Holocaust or World War II.Check out all other informational articles below!Informational Article: Jesse Owens at the 1936 Berlin Olympics: Reading PassagesInformatio
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â World War 2 Bundle: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities + Worksheets
Hieroglyphics in Ancient Egypt: Reading & Comprehension Passages + Activity
This lesson introduces students to Hieroglyphics in ancient Egypt. The lesson includes a background reading on hieroglyphics, a fictional article written from the point of view of a scribe, a complete Egyptian/hieroglyph alphabet and a chance for students to create their own alphabet by matching sounds/letters with representative pictures.Updated December 2023 to include a PDF version!Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE mon
Grades:
3rd - 10th
Types:
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
The Silk Road of Ancient China: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
Students will be able to identify the Silk Road, its purpose and what goods were exchanged along it. Students will also be able to identify the dangers of the Silk Road, as well as the cultural impact it had, such as the spread of ideas and beliefs (for example, Buddhism's spread from India outwards).Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient China M
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Mummies and Mummification in Ancient Egypt: Reading Passages + Activity
In this lesson students will learn about the mummification process used in ancient Egypt. They will read a description of the process, read a mummy poem that wonders all the history that could be communicated if the mummy was still alive. Finally, students will have cut ups of the nine different steps of the mummification process. Using the information they gathered in the previous portions of the lesson, students will be expected to correctly order these steps in their proper sequence.Updated i
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
The Geography of Ancient Greece: Reading & Comprehension Passages, Activities
Students will explore ancient Greece by examining its geography. Unlike the other ancient civilizations we have studied, Greece does not have any major waterways running through it. Rather, they were surrounded by water. Students will be able to identify what affect the geography had on the people living there just by inferring. The people may be affected in a good or bad way its will up the student to decide. After the students have inferred they will see what started to occur as a result of th
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Hercules, His Life & Times: Ancient Greek Myths Reading & Comprehension Passages
In this lesson students will read about the great Greek hero, Hercules (Herakles). Students will read about his origins, his early life, the death of his family, his freeing of Prometheus and the twelve labors he eventually takes on. Throughout the readings there is student work to complete. Lastly, students will identify three conflict(s) and provide textual support for each. Images are included throughout, as well as a graphic organizer for students to record the conflicts and solutions, usin
Grades:
6th - 10th
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Daily Life in Ancient Greece: Reading & Comprehension Passages + Activities
In this lesson students will learn what everyday life was like for men, women and children. In addition, students will learn about the clothing, homes, entertainment and food of ancient Greece. By the end of this lesson, students will have a strong understanding of what life was like for the ancient Greeks, as well as the contributions they made to their culture.Updated November 2023 to include a PDF version as well!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
The Origin of Halloween Informational Text and Reading Check Questions
This is an informational text intended for secondary students about the origin of Halloween. It details the original Celtic celebration of Samhain, identifies the traditions that have been adopted by certain cultures and borrowed by different religions. This article discusses the interesting dynamic between pagan, religious, and secular beliefs that have all helped shape this yearly American experience.
This is only the Quick Read and the reading check questions. It does not include vocabulary
Grades:
8th - 12th
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