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EDITABLE \\ Affordable Care Act "Obamacare" - Lesson Plan and Worksheet INC
A great way to teach The Affordable Care Act to High School students! This lesson promotes literacy and helps students understand the pros and cons of the Affordable Care Act through readings and analyzing political cartoons! Includes: - Lesson Plan- Readings- Political Cartoons- Discussion questionsDownload is EDITABLE and contains all New York State Standards and Common Core Standards, differentiation, vocabulary, etc.
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Grades:
11th - 12th
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Unit 6 Packet- World War II
This is a comprehensive packet on World War II. Topics include the rise of dictators (Stalin, Mussolini, Hitler), Causes of World War II, war in Europe, the war in the Pacific, Pearl Harbor, the atomic bomb, and the origins of the Cold War.
This is two weeks worth of material including a project using various websites online that will take a week and keep the kids engaged! Everything you need is here!
Included in this packet:
1. I Can statements list the learning goals for the Unit in
Grades:
6th - 12th
Unit 3 Packet: Renaissance, Reformation, and the Age of Discovery
This is a comprehensive unit packet on the topics of the Renaissance, Reformation, and the Age of Discovery.
This is everything you need for a unit on the time period! The PowerPoint that accompanies the Unit will also be posted. It follows along with the notes and provides pictures for the kids to answer questions about. Enjoy!
Packet Includes:
1. I can statements are printed on the front of the packet so kids will always be aware of their requirements and administration will always have
Grades:
6th - 12th
'Anne Frank: Diary of a Young Girl'/The Holocaust (Workbook and Homework Units)
The purpose of this resource is to not only explain the historical context of the Holocaust, but also show the social significance it had on a personal level for the Jewish nation. The source uses the context of 'Anne Frank: Diary of a Young Girl' to explain this in depth.
The source has:
An introduction to Jewish Persecution
An Introduction to 1933 Nazi Germany
An introduction of the novel and it's characters
12 homework units based on each chapter of the book
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
The Scopes Trial: The Theory of Evolution vs. Creationism
This activity highlights the key aspects of the Scopes trial, while providing students with the opportunity to closely examine William Jennings Bryan's Closing Statement which he was never able to give. This assignment provides students the opportunity to engage in close reading with tiered questions that force them to dig deeper into the text.
Grades:
9th - 12th
Families in Canada HHS4U Report Card Comments 2024
Elevate your report card writing with this meticulously crafted collection of comments, designed for educators teaching courses focused on individual and family development within the social sciences curriculum. This resource is perfect for teachers looking to provide insightful, constructive, and supportive feedback to students from elementary through high school levels. Each comment is aligned with specific educational outcomes, ensuring relevant and targeted feedback that supports student gro
Grades:
11th - 12th
Historical Facebook Project (Explorer, President, any person in history)
Students create a fake Facebook page on Microsoft Word based on any person in history. This lesson can be adapted for any individual that your class may be studying. This file contains the template for a Facebook Wall page and a Facebook Profile page (these are not my creation) along with a student handout, rubric, and student research organization sheet (these were made by me). The Facebook pages that you will download are already filled in with Abraham Lincoln's information so my students have
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Grades:
5th - 12th
Duck Soup 1933 Video Guiding Questions
Editable movie worksheet!Have your students watch this political satire and earn a few laughs. It's easy to see how Duck Soup is one the Marx Brothers greatest all time movies! Great for a film studies, media studies class or a great sub plan! Movie is 108 minutes long which is perfect for a two day lesson.Features- 15 questions for students to answer as they watch the movie- Answer Key
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Grades:
9th - 12th
History of US Sports - Unit 1 - "Ancient Times through Progressive Era"
1st of 5 units that look at the history of the United States through a sports lens. This unit focuses primarily on the development of organized sports in the United States from roughly the Colonial days through the Progressive era. Topics include: Native American influence on early sports in the USThe role of socio-economic status and the development of sports in the United Stated (historic and modern-day)The role of socioeconomic status and the development of sports in the United Stated (his
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Grade 8 Geography Final Unit Test + Answer Key
Great summative assessment that covers all major concepts and themes for Grade 8 Geography. Test has matching, multiple choice, short answers, and a case study. The following concepts are covered:- Demography- Sparse, Moderate, Dense population- Linear, Clustered, Scattered settlements- Population density- Traditional, Command, Market, and Mixed Economies- Primary, Secondary, Tertiary, Quaternary Economy- Birth Rate, Death Rate, Fertility Rate, Literacy Rate- Human Development Index (HDI)- Megac
Grades:
7th - 10th
Grade 8 History Test - Pathway to Confederation / Expansion of Canada
This is a great test for Grade 8 History that covers major topics of Confederation and the Dominion of Canada. Key terms include: · Confederation· Political Deadlock· Manifest Destiny· Reciprocity Treaty· British North America Act· Underground Railroad· Harriet Tubman· Sir John A. Macdonald· Rupert’s Land· Charlottetown, Quebec, London Conference· July 1st, 1867· American Civil War· Abolitionist· Conductor· Canadian Pacific Railway· First four provinces to join Confederation· Last province to jo
Grades:
7th - 10th
Sample teacher resume/CV (editable)
Editable CV/resume for teachers. Includes:Heading/photoPersonal detailsWork experienceEducationReferences
Grades:
PreK - 12th
Five Themes of Geography Human Environment Interaction Activity
This activity works in collaboration with the free web based program Padlet. Students create a virtual public service announcement of a way that humans are positively or negatively affecting the environment.
This resource lists the requirements, directions, and possible topics for the activity.
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Grades:
4th - 9th
Meso-America & Explorers, Tri-Fold, Ven Diagram, Mosaic, Natives
Students will be in groups exploring the great civilizations of the Americas, the European explorers who found them and the modern day view of these countries. Make a Tri-fold 3D display to show off your work.
Grades:
3rd - 10th
Free Hamilton the Musical Lesson Plan
This free download walks the educator through using lyrics from Hamilton the Musical in the classroom. The download includes lyrics samples and questions for teachers to use as they discuss topics ranging from the Colonial Period to the War of 1812.
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Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Washington Mini Series Viewing Guide
Based on the History Channel's three part mini series, "Washington," this viewing guide helps students follow the life of our nations first President. From his time serving in the British army, to his two term presidency, students will learn about our nations first president. All 3 episodes are included!
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Unit 1 Test
Test for the 1st of 5 units that look at the history of the United States through a sports lens. Focuses primarily on the development of organized sports in the United States. 40 Questions. Matching + Multiple ChoiceTopics include: Native American influence on early sports in the USThe role of socioeconomic status and the development of sports in the United Stated (historic and modern-day)The early role the media played in the development of sport in the United StatesThe invention of basebal
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Also included in: History of US Sports - Unit 1 - "Ancient Times through Progressive Era"
The Gulf of Tonkin & The Gulf of Tonkin Resolution
This lesson will begin with students analyzing the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution and make them analyze the document and come to conclusions about what is going on in Southeast Asia and what the President has decided to do. They will be forced to make judgements about what the text is saying, why the United States is intervening, and whether they feel there are flaws in the document.Once teacher has walked through the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution students are going to be asked to step into the shoes of
Grades:
9th - 12th
Spanish American War APUSH Lesson
Lesson on the Spanish American War in which students are asked to evaluate if the actions of the United States in 1898 were justified based on the causes of the Spanish American War.
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Grades:
11th - 12th
Emergency Substitute Lesson Plans: Economics Famous Economist Research Activity
Having an emergency lesson plan ready to go, or submitted to your department chair/administration/fellow teacher can be a lifesaver. This is my go-to lesson for high school economics. Takes about 1 day and is an easy lift for most guest teachers.Emergency Substitute Lesson Plans: EconomicsFamous Economist Research Activity:Presentation/Visual/PaperINCLUDES:RationaleOutlineFamous Economist ListHelpful WebsitesRubric Lesson Rationale: Economics plays a crucial role in our daily lives and has a sig
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: High School Economics Resource BUNDLE: Viewing Guides/Projects & More!
Social and Economic Political Spectrum Activity
It is often hard to get our students to really understand the implications of what life under a certain political ideology is like. Students usually can usually point our certain countries that follow certain ideologies (ex. Canada = Liberal, Democratic Socialism...). However, when students are confronted with concepts like welfare, universal healthcare, and "hands on/off government," students are often unsure which ideologies favor and disfavor such concepts.This activity of placing social and
Grades:
9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Chicano! A History of the Mexican American Civil Rights Movement Part 1
Quest for Homeland Part 1 of this series guided questions.
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education
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ZONES OF REGULATION DATA: DAILY CLASS TRACKING CHART
Zones of Regulation is a complete social-emotional learning curriculum, created to teach children self-regulation and emotional control!I created this chart so that teachers can keep track of students' daily emotions and mental health. Tracking this data is valuable to see healthy and unhealthy trends in your students. Keeping this data serves as a protective factor for your students' mental health. The chart is organized by date, student name, the list of zones, and student comments. Student's
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Grades:
PreK - 12th
Bell Ringers: Government-Rationale/Ideas/By Unit
Bell ringers capture students' attention as soon as they enter the classroom, helping them transition from outside distractions to the learning environment. Bell ringers can review previous lessons, reinforcing essential concepts and ensuring retention over time. Bell ringers can present short scenarios, questions, or quotes that require critical thinking and analysis related to government concepts.Bell RingersGovernmentINCLUDES:RationaleIdeasBy Unit
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Grades:
9th - 12th, Adult Education
Also included in: High School Social Science Bell Ringer BUNDLE
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