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12th grade social studies lessons
3 Branches of Government 3D Project Cube *History Craftivity*
Bring history to life by creating a 3D Project Cube for 3 Branches of Government. The students will be excited to get out of the text book, or plain old lecturing. Excite your students with this fun 3D Project Cube. When can you use it?Review Time: Use the cube as a review activity to reinforce key concepts before an assessment or as a quick refresher.Small Groups: Assign small groups of students to work collaboratively on the cube, encouraging teamwork and discussion.Exemplary Task: Showcase ex
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4th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Social Studies & History 3D Project Cube - Craft & Activity for Grades 3-5
Holocaust Webquest (National Holocaust Museum Website)
Holocaust Webquest:Great for classroom and distance learning.Students will gain basic knowledge about the Holocaust by completing an internet-based worksheet. The Holocaust Webquest uses an amazing website created by United States Holocaust Museum. The website allows students to explore the key events of the Holocaust. The website is:Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 46 questions and is a great way to introduce or have students learn more about the Holocaust. An answer sheet i
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Holocaust Webquest Bundle (Sampler Collection)
APUSH Full YEAR of Curriculum: Activities, Primary Sources, Exams, DBQs & more!
Teach content and skills simultaneously for your AP® US History class. Save time planning with these comprehensive bundles for the entire YEAR of AP® United States History! Cover the material in a fun, comprehensive and rigorous way that is directly aligned with the College Board®'s key concepts. This tried and true curriculum has helped my students consistently achieve a 90+% pass rate on the AP® US History Exam. Detailed teacher guides and pacing guides are included for each unit, but you can
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9th - 12th
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AP World History: Modern - Full Curriculum Bundle - 90% Pass Rate - Google Drive
My AP World Full Year curriculum is a living bundle that includes Google Drive access with the download, and any other updates I may add in the future!This complete class curriculum is intended to best-prepare you and your students for passing the AP Test with the exact same model and approach I use. It has helped my students consistently achieve 90%+ passing rates, and I hope it can help some of you--especially those new to teaching AP! FOR BUYERS: MAKE SURE TO DOWNLOAD AND USE THE GOOGLE DRIV
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE Activity: Primary Source Analysis and Questions
The Declaration of Independence can be a daunting document for teachers to explain to students, but this primary source lesson will help students understand the major themes and concepts within the document itself. Though Thomas Jefferson's Declaration was written in the 18th century, this worksheet has proven to be a fantastic, big-picture way for today's students to study such an important writing without becoming overwhelmed. The Declaration is really just a big "break-up letter" from the co
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7th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Civics & US Government Lesson, Activities, Simulations and More: The Bundle
Design a National Park Arrowhead Research Project Activity - National Parks Week
Looking for a fun, no prep national parks project that integrates science, social studies, art, and literacy AND keeps kids engaged? Your students will love designing a national park arrowhead emblem for a chosen or assigned NPS site, and it will quickly become one of *your* favorite activities too. Perfect as a National Park Week (April), an end of year, or after testing activity, students think critically and work independently as they apply their knowledge to design an arrowhead for one of th
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4th - 12th
The U.S. Constitution PowerPoint and Guided Notes (Print and Digital Resource)
This 67 slide PowerPoint presentation on the U.S Constitution covers a myriad of topics including:- Contents of Constitution- Ideals of Constitution- Federalism- Interstate Relations- Limits of Government- the 3 Branches- Checks and Balances- Flexibility of Constitution - Amendment Process- Bill of Rights- Amendments 11- 27 What's included in the download:*Editable PowerPoint presentation (67 slides, most text is editable, some graphics are not editable)**Google Slides version of PowerPoint (67
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9th - 12th
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AP Psychology / AP Psych Full Curriculum Bundle - Google Drive - 90% Pass Rate!
My AP Psychology full year curriculum is a living bundle that includes Google Drive access with the download, and any other updates I may add in the future!This complete class curriculum is intended to best-prepare you and your students for passing the AP Test with the exact same model and approach I use. The bundle meshes fun, review, rigor, and skill-building throughout the entire year! It has helped my students consistently achieve 90%+ passing rates, and I hope it can help some of you... esp
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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CREDIT, CREDIT SCORES AND RATINGS , Economics, Life Skills, Personal Finance
CreditThe Importance of Your Credit ScoreAn easy to implement and an effective lesson. This complete learning package will teach students how lenders determine credit risk, how a person’s credit score/rating is determined, explain the role of credit bureaus, the importance and benefits of good credit, and how to read a credit report. Essential and practical topics for our students.Included:1. Detailed Lesson Plan2. PowerPoint Presentation3. Credit; The Importance of Your Credit Score: Reading w
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
Sociology Course Curriculum - Introduction to Sociology & Social Issues Units
Teach Sociology with confidence and impact with this full-course curriculum that will transform your students into thoughtful self-reflectors and change-makers.Whether you're brand new to teaching it (never taking a single Soc class in college) or you're simply looking for a more meaningful and streamlined course than the hodge-podge of lessons you currently have, this course will save you time and sanity.Best of all, every student activity comes in both print PDF and paperless Google files, mak
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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APUSH / AP US History - Full Curriculum Bundle - Full Year - Google Drive
My APUSH / AP US History full year curriculum is a living bundle that includes Google Drive access with the download, and any other updates I may add in the future! This complete class curriculum is intended to best-prepare you and your students for passing the AP Test with the exact same model and approach I use. It weaves in content with specific AP skill building and has helped my students consistently achieve 90%+ passing rates. I hope it can help some of you--especially those new to teachin
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Articles of Confederation and Constitution PowerPoint and Guided Notes
This 57 slide PowerPoint presentation on the creation of a New Nation covers a myriad of topics including:- Critical Period- Creation of the Articles of Confederation and the role of John Dickinson- Structure of government under the Articles of Confederation- Accomplishments of the Articles of Confederation- Weaknesses and problems of the Articles of Confederation including Shay's Rebellion- Annapolis Convention- Philadelphia or Constitutional Convention- Creation of the Constitution including V
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7th - 12th
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Oregon Trail: Simulation Game
Super engaging slideshow game to get students thinking about what life on the Oregon Trail was like. You lead the class with 13 scenarios, and students make decisions and keep track of survival points. A great way to introduce the Oregon Trail to students. It includes 42 slides, directions, and a student handout to record survival points. I use this activity with my 8 graders a few details might need to be edited if used with younger grade levels.Takes about 1 hour.
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3rd - 12th
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Also included in:Â Western Expansion Games Bundle: Oregon Trail, Gold Rush, Lewis and clark
September 11th Cooperative Learning Timelines Lesson
In this September 11th cooperative learning lesson plan on the 9/11 attacks, your class is divided into 7 groups who each work together to put together a timeline for one aspect of the September 11th tragedy. This makes for an amazing, thorough lesson on all the events of 9/11. The 7 groups are:American Airlines Flight 11United Airlines Flight 175American Airlines Flight 77United Airlines Flight 93President BushThe World Trade Center TowersThe PentagonAfter each group has analyzed their assigned
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5th - 12th
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Industrial Revolution Simulation and PowerPoint: The Urban Game
Students complete a fun and historically detailed simulation of the progression of the Industrial Revolution and urbanization in England, particularly the town of Manchester. This activity especially helps visual and kinesthetic learners grasp the essential points of the Industrial Revolution. Kids have a blast during this activity and retain a huge amount of knowledge because they're playing a game!Students begin by reading a 2 page background essay on life in pre-industrial England, then fill
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7th - 12th
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Filing Federal Income Tax Financial Literacy Lesson - Using W-2s and Form 1040!
These personal finance income tax lessons will give your students practice understanding W2s, choosing between itemized and standard deductions, reading tax tables, and completing Form 1040! All lessons are easy to prep and include everything you need to confidently teach about federal income taxes. Students are often intimidated by the thought of having to file taxes as an adult, and are appreciative to learn this skill! **Updated in January 2024 with 2023 Tax Forms! Updates are made each
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9th - 12th
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Legislative Branch Activity: Classroom Simulation on How a Bill Becomes a Law
Make civics practical and exciting for students using this Social Studies simulation that allows students to experience the Legislative Branch! Students will participate in writing bills for their school, community, or state while learning the various stages within the lawmaking process. All voices are heard as students become members of Congress, participate in committees, debate on the floor, and watch their President sign the bills that survive the entire process. Not only do students love
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Civics & US Government Lesson, Activities, Simulations and More: The Bundle
Introduction to Forensics: a Complete 10-Week Unit
Save time and valuable energy with this HUGE bundle of Introduction to Forensics resources. This resource is just what you need to teach an engaging and student-led Forensics course to your high school or middle school students. This no-prep resource is complete with everything that you'll need to teach a 10 week Introduction to Forensics unit, whether it's in the classroom or online! Because it's all-inclusive, this resource is especially useful to teachers that are just starting a Forensics co
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9th - 12th
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-2
, HS-LS3-1
, HS-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
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Also included in:Â FORENSICS CURRICULUM- ENTIRE YEAR COURSE BUNDLE (FORENSIC SCIENCE)
Global Issues Contemporary World Problems Human Geography Course Bundle
This tightly-woven semester course combines Human Geography, Current Events, Contemporary World Issues, and Environmental Science into a must-teach inquiry-driven, real-world, project-based experience.With these thematic, inquiry-driven units that build on each other, ask students to decide for themselves where they fit in this complex, competitive, and connected global village. You will guide them in exploring everything from the human population growth to globalization to natural resource sust
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9th - 12th
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Economics Full Curriculum Bundle - Full Semester - Google Drive Access
The curriculum is a living bundle that includes Google Drive access for the full semester of Economics! Intended for 11th and/or 12th grade. I detail all days for the entire year, and include FULL descriptions of all content and concepts with new teachers in mind. You won’t have to lift a finger! The curriculum is uniquely designed to progressively teach students the economic history and typical economic concepts together. As students learn about each new economic theory, practice, or instituti
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Genocides in History Chart, Readings, and UN Definition Project
This is a fantastic lesson plan on genocides in history that incorporates reading strategies, cooperative learning, and higher-level thinking.It includes 6 one page readings on genocides in history:The Armenian genocideThe HolocaustStalin's Great PurgeThe Cambodian GenocideRwandan Genocide The Darfur Genocide Also includes is a chart students complete on each genocide's info. This can be completed as a station activity, in groups, or individually.After completing the readings and chart, students
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9th - 12th
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World War One Lesson: M.A.I.N. Causes of WWI
Before we get to the actual war itself it is most important for students to understand how we got there. The four underlying causes of the war which we will be covering are Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism and Nationalism: which we will refer to as the M.A.I.N. causes of World War I. In this assignment one student will become an expert in one of the four M.A.I.N. causes, and instruct three other people in a group. By the end of it every student should have a comprehensive understanding of th
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9th - 12th
Psychology Bundle! Complete Curriculum Course Sem 1 (Entire Store!) + GoogleApps
This is an evolving bundle. Please read the product description carefully to understand which resources are included and which have not yet been added.By customer request, Entire Psychology Store Evolving Bundle has everything I have developed for Psychology since my store has been opened. It consists of ten complete Psychology Units, a unit PowerPoint and Semester 1 and 2 tests/test banks. Each unit include warmups, PowerPoint lectures, informational text readings, guided practice worksheets, p
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
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Essential Personal Financial Literacy Skills for High School Students BUNDLE!
Topics include income taxes, understanding pay stubs and paychecks, money management, finding apartments, health insurance, banking, budgeting, and more! This bundle of complete, stand-alone personal finance lessons and activities can be used throughout the year to ensure students leave high school with the essential financial skills they'll need after high school. The lessons and activities can be used together in a consumer math/personal finance class, or they can be worked into your curricu
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9th - 12th
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