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King of Ragtime: A Fun Exploration of Scott Joplin's Classical American Music

By Agee and Row Classical Music Appreciation

Unlock the genius of the ragtime king with engaging listening activities, biography pages, and even a word puzzle! Students learn about this prolific composer and his iconic works through interactive worksheets while exploring Joplin's distinct American sound.

Learning Objectives

  • increased knowledge of American composer Scott Joplin
  • familiarity with the 'ragtime' style of music
  • familiarity with the composer's works
  • ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
  • identify different instrument sounds
  • social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
  • creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

What's Included:

  • 1-page Resource Guide
  • Listening Sheet Star Rating Guide (Students rate with pumpkins!)
  • Listening Sheets
  • Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets
  • Composer Biography Page - fact sheet (1 or 2 facts are already provided, a box to paste/draw the composer's portrait, and a birthday box to color in and decorate cupcakes!
  • Composer Research Sheet - students can use their favorite reference materials to compile a full page of facts about the composer's home country.
  • Composer Rating Activity - there are more options to profile the composer on the rating sheet, including which season and musical style they belong to.
  • Word Composer Activity - the classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their score.

Scott Joplin Printable Listening Sheets: (two pages per piece)

  1. The Entertainer
  2. Maple Leaf Rag
  3. Augustan Club Waltz
  4. Kismet Rag
  5. Ragtime Dance
  6. Weeping Willow Rag
  7. Swipesy Cake Walk
  8. Silver Swan Rag

Ragtime Break! This ragtime-themed brain break activity pack features five compositions by Scott Joplin! The Star Rating and Emoji guides are included as a fun reference (color/b&w.) Also great for sub plans & sub tubs!

  1. Great Crush Collision March (1896)
  2. Harmony Club Waltz (1896)
  3. March Majestic (1902)
  4. The Rosebud March (1905)
  5. Rose Leaf Rag (1907)

Do you need fun and engaging brain breaks? This classical music activity pack features 6 listening activities to experience! The Star Rating and Emoji guides are included as a fun reference (color/b&w.) Also great for sub plans & sub tubs!

Featured Music:

  1. The Easy Winners, Scott Joplin

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Henry’s Freedom Box Reading Quiz Test Questions & Story Sequencing

By April S Bash

Henry’s Freedom Box : A True Story from the Underground Railroad Reading Comprehension Test Questions Quiz & Story Sequencing Set!

Includes both multiple choice and short answer versions. Based on the Caldecott Honor Book by Ellen Levin & Kadir Nelson. (Book NOT included.)

8 Pages Total Include:

10 Comprehension short-answer questions

10 Multiple Choice Questions

* * * answer sheets (corresponds with both sets)

Sequencing : 12 written scenes from the story to place in order, with illustrations

* * * Sequencing : Blank paste sheet

* * * Sequencing answers

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Why Black Representation in Government Matters: Reading Comprehension

By More Lessons Less Planning

Dive into the critical conversation about Black representation in government with this captivating reading comprehension worksheet! Explore why beyond a mere numbers game, diversifying our political landscape is essential for building a more just and equitable future for all.

Uncover the hidden truths:

  • Exposing the patchwork quilt of injustice: Discover the historical roadblocks preventing Black voices from being heard, from gerrymandering to voter suppression, and understand how these barriers perpetuate systemic inequities.
  • Listening to the power of diverse voices: Dive into a primary source from Stacey Abrams, highlighting how varied perspectives lead to better solutions, and analyze real-life examples of diverse representation driving effective policies.
  • From local councils to national chambers: Go beyond national politics and explore the vital role of Black representation in shaping local communities, where decisions impacting daily lives are made.
  • Investing in the future: Recognize that the fight goes beyond simply electing officials. Analyze your own role in dismantling barriers and fostering an inclusive political landscape, leaving a legacy of hope and progress for generations to come.

This comprehensive resource includes:

  • Engaging narrative text: Delve into the complex issue of Black representation through accessible yet impactful language.
  • Primary source analysis: Analyze a quote from a prominent Black leader and connect it to real-world examples.
  • Thought-provoking activities: Dive deeper with multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions to solidify understanding.
  • Answer key: Save valuable time with a clear and concise answer key for easy assessment.

Ideal for:

  • Middle and high school students in social studies, history, or civics classes.
  • Teachers seeking engaging materials for Black History Month or units on government and politics.
  • Anyone wanting to understand the importance of Black representation and contribute to a more equitable society.

Empower your students and yourself to become agents of change with this impactful resource!

Review: The content of the product is excellent. It provides a well-rounded perspective on the importance of Black representation in government, covering historical barriers, the benefits of diverse voices, and individual responsibility in fostering change. The inclusion of a primary source and real-life examples adds depth and relevance to the information presented.

Learning Objectives:

  • Students will understand the historical and current challenges to Black political participation.
  • Students will analyze the importance of diversifying government at all levels to achieve greater equity.
  • Students will develop critical thinking skills through analyzing primary sources and answering comprehension questions.
  • Students will recognize their own role in advocating for and supporting fairer political representation.

Common Core State Standards:

  • CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.7: Analyze various accounts of a single historical event or issue, recognizing and clarifying differences in points of view.
  • CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.8: Distinguish between primary and secondary sources, and determine the difference between fact and opinion.
  • CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.9: Analyze and evaluate the usefulness of different resources for researching a topic.
  • CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.10: Integrate information from diverse sources, including primary and secondary sources, print and digital sources, and visual sources, in order to write about a topic.
  • CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.6-8.4: Present claims and findings clearly and concisely using relevant evidence.
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Bundle Emergency Sub Plans Activities for English or History Substitute Teacher

By A World to Explore Store - A Heritage Month Depot

Do you need engaging last-minute activities for your History or ELA students? Then download this Bundle Emergency Sub Plans Middle School Social Studies and ELA Activities! These 5 unique WebQuests will keep students entertained as they learn about Martin Luther King Jr Day, Valentine's Day, St Patrick's Day, Easter and Memorial Day!

When you purchase this scavenger hunt resource, you'll receive the activity in both print and digital formats. The research questions provided allow for scaffolded instruction that can be completed individually, in pairs, or in small groups. You can even use this lesson as a fun team-building or gamified activity. Your students are guaranteed to learn more about the diversity in our country with this high-quality, no-prep resource!

Included in this resource:

Martin Luther King Day WebQuest - Students will learn all about MLK's life, his activism, and the profound effect he had on our country

Valentine's Day WebQuest - Students will learn about this lovely holiday's history and the stories behind our customs

St Patrick's Day WebQuest - Students will learn about St Patrick himself and the history behind the traditions

Easter WebQuest - Students will learn all about both the history and modern customs associated with this holiday

Memorial Day WebQuest - Students will learn about the history as well as modern and local activities and events

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Civil Rights Movements: Then and Today

By Sarah Austin

Engage your students in having them draw important connections between the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960’s and contemporary grassroots movements taking place in the United States. This lesson will prompt students to analyze short documentary video clips that focus on six different contemporary grassroots movements:

1) Women’s March

2) Immigration

3) Standing Rock

4) Black Lives Matter

5) Climate Change

6) Teacher Strikes

With the corresponding video clips, students will fill out a provided T-chart that will identify the following aspects of each movement:

1) Desired Outcome/Changes

2) Group(s) involved

3) Strategies

4) Obstacle/Challenges

5) Questions

Hands-on activities: Two relevant, critical thinking activities follow that involve having students take their prior knowledge of the Civil Rights era (1950/60’s) and;

1. Using a Venn diagram, students will compare this time period with current day grassroots movements.

2. Each group will then discuss what issues are relevant and meaningful for them. Students will choose an issue that they wish to see change, and then as a group, will create a poster that promotes their cause.

Time frame for lesson:

  • 3-4 class periods (60 min) *If time is an issue; the teacher can choose from the six contemporary movements that he/she would like for their students to focus on.

Materials:

  • One 21 Slide Presentation
  • Detailed lesson plan
  • Digital Student Handouts:
  1. HANDOUT #1- PowerPoint T-Chart
  2. HANDOUT#2- Venn Diagram
  3. HANDOUT#3- Grading Rubrics
  4. HANDOUT #4- Rethinking schools blog: Making People’s History in Arizona: Educator’s Rise Up

*Note:

Students will have already learned about the Civil Rights era. This lesson serves as a critical thinking extension activity that encourages students to draw connections to contemporary grass roots movements & the Civil Rights movement.

Civil Rights Movement, current events, grassroots, racism, controversy, poster, Trump

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Measurement activity - Capacity Worksheet - Measuring Stanley Cup 3rd 5th grade

By Epsilon Math Craft & Special Education

Time to use your students hype about Stanely cups! practice measuring and calculating capacity in millilitres through this engaging trending activity.


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Kids will practice how to read volume in millilitres (mL) on measuring cups. They will first write the capacity of each tumbler cup, then they will use their count by 5's 10's 25's 50's to determine the amount in each measuring cup and also to show a given amount.


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  • early finishers
  • Tutoring
  • review for state testing
  • sub tubs
  • small group
  • end of unit quick assessments
  • homework
  • reinforcement
  • enrichment
  • homeschooling 
  • hybrid learning
  • distance learning

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  • 1000mL
  • 50 mL
  • 250 mL
  • 100 mL
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Women's History Month Black & White Bookmarks, Famous Women Quotes

By Lia

Women's History Month B&W Bookmark Collection!

Join us in honoring Women's History Month with our exclusive collection of Black & White inspirational bookmarks. Celebrate the achievements of women past and present, and let their stories inspire you.

Each bookmark in this set celebrates women who have left a remarkable mark on history. Featuring a captivating image of a famous woman alongside an uplifting and motivational quote, each bookmark showcases the strength, resilience, and brilliance of women throughout history. Measuring 2x8 inches in size, four bookmarks fit neatly onto one page.

This set includes 24 remarkable women:

  1. Amelia Earhart
  2. Anne Addams
  3. Anne Frank
  4. Bessie Coleman
  5. Diana Nyad
  6. Eleanor Roosevelt
  7. Eunice Kennedy Shriver
  8. Gabrielle Giffords
  9. Greta Thunberg
  10. Harriet Tubman
  11. Hilary Clinton
  12. Malala Yousafzai
  13. Margaret Thatcher
  14. Marie Curie
  15. Maya Angelou
  16. Michelle Obama
  17. Mother Teresa
  18. Oprah Winfrey
  19. Pocahontas
  20. Princess Diana
  21. Queen Elizabeth
  22. Rosa Parks
  23. Ruth Bader Ginsberg
  24. Sojourner Truth

These bookmarks serve as daily reminders of the extraordinary accomplishments of women around the world. Perfect for marking your place in your favorite book or as a thoughtful gift for friends and family.

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Classical Music Activities | May Composer Bundle ✪

By Agee and Row Classical Music Appreciation

Do you need engaging classical music activities for May and Spring? Celebrate the composers with May birthdays! This bundle includes:

  • Johannes Brahms (May 7th)
  • Pyotr Tchaikovsky (May 7th)
  • Mary Lou Williams (May 8th)
  • Claudio Monteverdi (May 15th)

Each Composer Resource Includes:

1-page Resource Guide

Listening Sheet Star Rating Guide

Listening Sheets

Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets

Composer Biography Page - fact sheet (1 or 2 facts are already provided, a box to paste/draw the composer's portrait, and a birthday box to color in and decorate cupcakes!

Composer Research Sheet - students can use their favorite reference materials to compile a full page of facts about the composer's home country.

Composer Rating Activity - there are more options to profile the composer on the rating sheet, including which season and musical style they belong to.

Word Composer Activity - the classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their score.

Johannes Brahms Listening Sheets:

  1. Wiegenlied
  2. Hungarian Dance No. 5
  3. Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68
  4. Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77
  5. Piano Concerto No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 15
  6. Cello Sonata No. 1
  7. Horn Trio
  8. String Quintet No. 2

Pyotr Tchaikovsky Listening Sheets:

  1. 1812 Overture
  2. Symphony No. 4
  3. Piano Concerto No. 1
  4. Serenade for Strings
  5. Manfred Symphony
  6. Symphony No. 3
  7. Piano Concerto No. 3
  8. String Quartet No. 1

Mary Lou Williams Listening Sheets:

  1. Don't Blame Me
  2. My Blue Heaven
  3. All Blues
  4. A Fungus Amungus
  5. A Grand Night (sometimes spelled Nite) for Swinging
  6. Scorpio
  7. Gloria
  8. Walkin' and Swingin'

Claudio Monteverdi Listening Sheets:

  1. Damigella Tutta Bella
  2. L'Arianna
  3. Mass for 4 Voices
  4. Lasciatemi Morire
  5. Ecco Silvio, SV 97
  6. E Questa Vita un Lampo
  7. Zefiro Torna
  8. Sestina

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Music's Impact: Civil Rights Reading Comprehension Worksheet

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Unify and Overcome: A Captivating Look at Music's Power in the Civil Rights Movement

Engage your students in a powerful exploration of music's transformative role in the Civil Rights Movement! This comprehensive reading comprehension resource delves into the history, impact, and enduring legacy of music as a weapon for freedom and equality.

Key Features:

  • Compelling Narrative: Presents the story in a clear and engaging manner, making it accessible to diverse learners.
  • Primary Source Integration: Incorporates firsthand accounts, allowing students to connect with the voices of the movement.
  • Varied Question Formats: Employs multiple choice, true or false, fill in the blank, and short answer questions to assess comprehension and critical thinking at various levels.
  • Detailed Answer Key: Provides clear and concise answers to facilitate self-assessment and guided discussions.

Learning Objectives:

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of the role of music in the Civil Rights Movement.
  • Analyze the cultural and historical context that shaped protest songs and their impact.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of music as a tool for social change and fostering unity.
  • Develop critical thinking and analysis skills through primary source analysis and discussion.
  • Appreciate the enduring legacy of music in the fight for equality and its continued relevance today.

Common Core Standards Alignment:

  • RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
  • RI.5.2: Determine the central ideas or author's purpose of a text and explain how it is developed.
  • RI.5.3: Analyze the relationship between a primary and secondary source on the same topic.
  • RI.5.8: Explain how an author uses reasons and evidence to support a point of view.
  • SS.5.US.3: Explain the impact of key events and individuals on the Civil Rights Movement, including the role of music.

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Bundle Dr Martin Luther King Jr Activities for Independent Work or Sub Plans

By A World to Explore Store - A Heritage Month Depot

Do you want to make learning about Dr Martin Luther King engaging? Do you want your students to improve their research skills and be engaged and motivated to learn? Then download this Bundle Dr Martin Luther Kind Jr Activities!

A handout of the trivia questions is included to be used as quiet seat work, as homework, or as emergency sub plans.

The WebQuest is editable

TRIVIA GAMES

These small-group or full-class activities will help your students learn about Dr King in a fun and interactive manner. This resource comes with 35 multiple-choice questions and instructions for three different games. Games can be played while moving around the classroom or sitting in seats. Also included is a handout of the trivia for students to use as a quiet activity at their desks.

WEBQUEST

When you purchase this scavenger hunt resource, you'll receive the activity in both print and digital formats. The research questions provided allow for scaffolded instruction that can be completed individually, in pairs, or in small groups. Your students are guaranteed to learn more about Dr King with this high-quality, no-prep resource! Great for homework, small group activities, sub plans, and virtual learning.

This resource includes:

  • 35 unique multiple-choice trivia questions
  • Instructions on how to play 3 different trivia games
  • Answers (answers to each question are in BOLD)
  • Extra handout without answers
  • WebQuest/scavenger hunt (The URLs provided in this WebQuest are not 'live.' They are kept very simple so that students can easily type the URLs in the search bar to hunt for their answers). Text boxes are all set, ready to go!
  • An editable version of the WebQuest
  • Instructions, reflection questions, & answer key
  • Live links are provided on the last page of the resource
  • Website evaluation form
  • Terms of Use

How to use this resource:

  • To learn about Dr King's life
  • For a classroom party
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  • When your students need a 'brain break'
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Martin Luther King Day 2nd grade Math Color by Number Coloring free Activities

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Celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with this Martin Luther King Jr. Day Math activities. suitable for 3rd, 4th or 5th-grade students, this freebie has multiplication math activity designed to help your students explore the life and enduring contributions of this courageous and influential historical figure.


This resource can be used as an activity, math centers, fast finishers, homework, substitute, "filler days", or end-of-the-year graphing activity! Completed image will make great bulletin boards for your classroom or hallway.


What's included:

MLK Jr. Color By number (Multiplication)


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Black History Month Rosa Parks, Women's History Month Reading Comprehension

By Lia

Rosa Parks Reading Comprehension Activity Pack

Welcome to our special Reading Comprehension Activity Pack featuring the remarkable Rosa Parks! In celebration of Black History Month or Women's History Month, this pack is designed to deepen students' understanding of Rosa Parks and her significant contributions to civil rights.

Inside this pack, you'll find an engaging reading passage that tells the inspiring story of Rosa Parks. This passage is written in simple words, making it accessible to students of various reading levels.

To ensure comprehensive understanding, we've included a variety of question types:

  1. Multiple Choice
  2. True or False
  3. Fill in the Blanks
  4. Timeline
  5. Critical Thinking

In addition to the reading comprehension materials, students will enjoy:

  • Word Search Puzzle
  • Coloring Page with a Quote
  • 2 Bookmarks

With this comprehensive activity pack, students will not only learn about Rosa Parks but also develop essential reading comprehension skills in an engaging and meaningful way.

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12 Classical Music Brain Break Packs | Black History Month Activities

By Agee and Row Classical Music Appreciation

"We do "Women Composer Wednesday" in my class-I originally found just Julia Perry, but my students commented how they liked how the worksheet helped them imagine a scene to the music! I'll get around to using the other ones as well. They enjoyed a new way to listen." - Tricia M.

Great for Composer of the Month studies!

Bundle Benefits:

  • Save time! The music selections are already curated for you
  • Add music appreciation to various lessons and unit studies
  • Students explore social-emotional themes through listening
  • Low-prep engaging and mindful activities for students
  • Easily find the music on YouTube or your favorite music services
  • No musical training is required - just print and play!

Just Print & Play! Do you need engaging classical music activities? This listening activity pack features six listening activities in each pack! The Star Rating and Emoji guides are included as a fun reference (color/b&w.) Also great for sub plans & sub tubs!

Featured Music:

  1. Pastoral, Julia Perry
  2. Clarinet Sonata, Zenobia Powell Perry
  3. Love Let The Wind Cry...How I Adore Thee, Undine Moore Smith
  4. Here Comes the Sun, performed by Nina Simone
  5. Somewhere Over the Rainbow performed by Sarah Vaughan
  6. Backwater Blues performed by Bessie Smith
  7. Pennies from Heaven performed by Billie Holiday
  8. At Last performed by Etta James
  9. Bemsha Swing, Cecil Taylor
  10. Violin Concerto in G Minor, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor
  11. Blue Nile, Alice Coltrane
  12. The Muffin Man, performed by Ella Fitzgerald

Brain Break Activities:

  1. Listening Sheet - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more.
  2. Weather & Feelings - Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.
  3. Listen & Color a Carnival - Students can color their own carnival while listening to the selected music! Which carnival rides and activities would best fit a piece of music? Does the tempo feel like a roller coaster or a peaceful swing ride in the sky? Choose a tasty treat from the snack bar, then stop at the prize booth before finishing. There are no wrong answers!
  4. Emoji Checkbox Listening - This listening sheet style is all about checkboxes! Students note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more! Time, nature, settings, instruments, and colors are also listed. Students color in the emojis that best describe their listening experience in the emoji grid. The 'Inspiration Box' can be used for inspired drawing, journaling, notes, poetry, etc.
  5. 1-5 Star Rating Guide in color
  6. 1-5 Star Rating Guide in black & white
  7. Emoji Rating Guide in color
  8. Emoji Rating Guide in black & white
  9. Word Composer - compose a list of new words using letters from the composer's name. Add a timer for an extra challenge!
  10. Drawing/Writing Page - a freestyle approach to listening! Students can draw a scene inspired by the music selection or use the page as a writing space. Great for bulletin boards and displays!

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Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

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March on Washington: Civil Rights Reading Comprehension Worksheet

By More Lessons Less Planning

Unveiling the Legacy: A Deep Dive into the March on Washington

Engage your students in a captivating exploration of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom! This comprehensive reading comprehension resource delves into the historical context, analyzes Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s iconic "I Have a Dream" speech, and explores the march's lasting impact on the Civil Rights Movement and beyond.

Key Features:

  • Compelling Narrative: Presents the story in a clear and engaging manner, making it accessible to diverse learners.
  • Primary Source Integration: Incorporates firsthand accounts, allowing students to connect with the voices of the movement.
  • Varied Question Formats: Employs multiple choice, true or false, fill in the blank, and short answer questions to assess comprehension and critical thinking at various levels.
  • Detailed Answer Key: Provides clear and concise answers to facilitate self-assessment and guided discussions.

Learning Objectives:

  • Gain a deeper understanding of the historical context and motivations behind the March on Washington.
  • Analyze primary sources to understand the goals and perspectives of key figures like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
  • Evaluate the significance of Dr. King's "I Have a Dream" speech and its use of language and imagery.
  • Explore the lasting impact of the March on Washington on the Civil Rights Movement and contemporary social justice movements.
  • Develop critical thinking and analysis skills through discussion and open-ended questions.

Common Core Standards Alignment:

  • RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
  • RI.5.2: Determine the central ideas or author's purpose of a text and explain how it is developed.
  • RI.5.3: Analyze the relationship between a primary and secondary source on the same topic.
  • RI.5.8: Explain how an author uses reasons and evidence to support a point of view.
  • SS.5.US.3: Explain the impact of key events and individuals on the Civil Rights Movement, including the March on Washington.

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Do you want to make learning about Dr Martin Luther King engaging? Do you want your students to improve their research skills and be engaged and motivated? Then download this BUNDLE Dr Martin Luther King Jr Activities and Bulletin Board Set! They will also enjoy interacting with the bulletin board that will brighten your room.

A handout of the trivia questions is included to be used as quiet seat work, as homework, or as emergency sub plans.

The WebQuest is editable

TRIVIA GAMES

These small-group or full-class activities will help your students learn about Dr King in a fun and interactive manner. This resource comes with 35 multiple-choice questions and instructions for three different games. Games can be played while moving around the classroom or sitting in seats. Also included is a handout of the trivia for students to use as a quiet activity at their desks.

BULLETIN BOARD

The perfect way to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr Day is with this interactive bulletin board featuring 20 low-ink mini-posters of quotes by Dr King! This bulletin board also comes with 4 interactive reflection mini-posters to encourage students to share their thoughts and feelings about non-violent resistance and forgiveness. As a bonus, you will also receive a handout of the quotes along with writing reflection prompts. No prep - print on 8.5 X 11 paper and hang!

WEBQUEST

When you purchase this scavenger hunt resource, you'll receive the activity in both print and digital formats. The research questions provided allow for scaffolded instruction that can be completed individually, in pairs, or in small groups. Your students are guaranteed to learn more about Dr King with this high-quality, no-prep resource!Great for homework, small group activities, sub plans, and virtual learning.

This resource includes:

  • 35 unique multiple-choice trivia questions
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  • Extra handout without answers
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  • Title Page
  • Brief Biography
  • 4 reflection mini-posters
  • BONUS List of all quotes with a reflection writing activity
  • WebQuest/scavenger hunt (The URLs provided in this WebQuest are not 'live.' They are kept very simple so as students can easily type the URLs in the search bar to hunt for their answers). Text boxes are all set, ready to go!
  • An editable version of the WebQuest
  • Instructions, reflection questions, & an answer key
  • Live links are provided on the last page of the resource
  • Website evaluation form
  • Terms of Use

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  • To learn about Dr King's life

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⭐️Black History Month Math Activities Coordinate Graphing points bulletin board

By Epsilon Math Craft & Special Education

Get your students excited about coordinates during Black History Month & martin luther king jr Day! These worksheets aim to plot a number of coordinates to find an inspiring message to celebrate some of the most influential African American leaders.

This can help motivate your students to try their best to get the message right by plotting the ordered pairs correctly and accurately.


This resource can be used as an activity, math centers, fast finishers, homework, substitute, "filler days", or end-of-the-year graphing activity! Completed messages will make great bulletin boards for your classroom or hallway.


Figures included:

  • Mohamed Ali — "Don't count the days, make the days count."
  • Martin Luther King Jr — " The time is always right to do what is right.”
  • Malcolm X — "Education is the passport to the future."
  • Kareem Abdul-Jabbar — "You can't win if you don't play as a unit."

Directions:

Students will plot letters on a coordinate plane, write each letter above its respective point, and then read the message by following the order of the plotted points from left to right.


A coordinate grid is included with this activity. Only the first quadrant is used therefore it can be used for beginners.

With this resource, you can challenge your class to test their understanding of coordinates to find the hidden message in a fun and meaningful way. So it's a great way of testing their skills.

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A Swinging Symphony: Unveiling the Iconic Compositions of Duke Ellington

By Agee and Row Classical Music Appreciation

Students love learning about Duke Ellington's music because his work is innovative, creative, and groundbreaking! His unique blend of jazz, blues, and classical musical elements in addition to his use of lush orchestrations and extended improvisation make every Ellington piece a unique experience.

Ellington composed over two thousand pieces in his lifetime and each one offers something new, exciting, and memorable. It's easy to see why students are so passionate about learning and exploring the amazing music of Duke Ellington!

Did You Know?

  • Edward Ellington was known as the "Duke" for his suave and classy demeanor.
  • He received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 1966.
  • The "Duke" was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1969.
  • "It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2008.

Duke Ellington Classical Music Listening Activities

What’s Inside:

  • Five-Star Rating Guide
  • Composer Fact Sheet: Each composer fact sheet in this series includes fun, basic information – full name, birthplace, birth date, and more. One of the composer’s most popular compositions is also included. The fact sheet contains a place for writing fun facts or notes.
  • Word Composer Activity: In the classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words. Add a timer for an extra challenge.
  • Birthplace Fact Sheet: Use your favorite geographical resource to find the country’s language(s), leadership, traditional foods, and more! The historical name of some territories may have changed, but the most modern country is used for easy reference.
  • Birthday Coloring Page: A fun coloring page repeats the composer’s birthday, and invites the artist to color in a special cupcake to celebrate the occasion.
  • Composer Study Page: Students compile a short biographical page with the composer's full name, birthplace, instruments, and more!
  • Composer Vocabulary A six-word vocabulary list that typically includes the composer’s name, birthplace, instrument, or other related terms. Space is provided to trace each term and the included handwriting paper can be used for additional practice.
  • Full Writing Page
  • Writing/Drawing Page
  • Drawing Page
  • Listening Activity Sheets Listening sheets include the title of a popular piece, the composer, a black & white composer to color in, and a space for drawing any scene that may come to mind when listening. There are additional options to identify the mood of a piece and indicate which instruments are playing.
  • Weather Color & Listen Sheet: While listening to the selected piece, students can color in the weather elements they feel and hear.
  • Emotions Color & Listen Sheet: Students color the character(s) that best identify their emotions while listening to the music.
  • Emojis Color & Listen Sheet: Twelve emojis to choose from! Students choose the emoji faces that best match their feelings or impressions about the music.

Duke Ellington Classical Music Activities, Black History Month, April, Jazz

Printable Listening Sheets (four pages per piece!)

  1. Take the 'A' Train
  2. It Don't Mean a Thing
  3. In a Sentimental Mood
  4. I Let a Song Go Out of My Heart
  5. Perdido
  6. Rockin' in Rhythm
  7. C-Jam Blues
  8. Diminuendo and Crescendo in Blue
  9. Soda Fountain Rag
  10. Harlem

Resource Contents:

Composer Fact Sheet - From the composer's birthplace to the instruments they've studied, this one-page reference sheet will make a great handout for your students.

Birthplace Guide - Add in some geographical research to discover more about where the composer was born! This page includes space for writing the capital, language, and even a popular food.

Listening Sheet - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more.

Weather & Feelings - Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.

Printable Listening Sheet Sets Include:

  1. It Don't Mean a Thing if it Ain't Got That Swing
  2. In a Sentimental Mood
  3. Take the 'A' Train
  4. Mood Indigo
  5. I Let a Song Go Out of My Heart
  6. Perdido
  7. Rockin' in Rhythm

BONUS FILE! Duke Ellington Carnival Listening Sheets (same music!)

These NEW activity sheets feature a carnival theme! Students can color their carnival while listening to this selection of Duke Ellington compositions!

Which carnival rides and activities would best fit a piece of music? Does the tempo feel like a roller coaster or a peaceful swing ride in the sky? Choose a tasty treat from the snack bar, then stop at the prize booth before finishing. There are no wrong answers!

Carnival Listening Sheets Include:

  1. It Don't Mean a Thing if it Ain't Got That Swing
  2. In a Sentimental Mood
  3. Take the 'A' Train
  4. Mood Indigo
  5. I Let a Song Go Out of My Heart
  6. Perdido
  7. Rockin' in Rhythm
  8. Soda Fountain Rag

Duke Ellington Word Search, April Activities, Black History Month

No Prep! Do you need engaging activities to accompany your Jazz unit or Duke Ellington composer studies? Students can search for Ellington-themed words in this 15x15 word grid. 15 words can be found up, down, or across! Answer key included.

Duke Ellington Composer Activities, Black History Month, Classical Music

Just print & play! Do you need engaging Duke Ellington activities or music sub plans? Each page offers creative ways for students to learn more about the classical compositions of Duke Ellington!

Resouce Includes:

1-page Resource Guide - This guide will get you started quickly! Just print and play.

Listening Sheet Star Rating Guides - A reference sheet illustrates the five-star rating system included in most listening sheets. Each frame has a description, with one being "okay" and 5 stars as "Wow!"

Listening Sheets - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more. There is a space for drawing and several non-musical elements to consider, such as animals and nature.

Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets

Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.

2 Biography Pages - Fact sheet (1 or 2 facts are already provided, a box to paste/draw the composer's portrait, and a birthday box to color in and decorate cupcakes! A duplicate blank page is included for students to do their own research.

Composer Research Sheet - Students can use their favorite reference materials to compile a full page of facts about the composer's home country. Some of the research options include capital, continent, population, food, and more.

Composer Rating Activity - There are more options to profile the composer on the rating sheet, including which season and musical style they belong to. This can also be used as a listening sheet or as a bulletin board display.

Word Composer Activity - In the classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their scores. Add a timer for an extra challenge.

Musical Selections (two pages per piece)

  1. Take the 'A' Train
  2. It Don't Mean a Thing
  3. Mood Indigo
  4. In a Sentimental Mood
  5. Perdido
  6. Rockin' in Rhythm
  7. C-Jam Blues
  8. Diminuendo and Crescendo in Blue

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By More Lessons Less Planning

Unveiling the Legacy: A Deep Dive into the Selma Marches

Engage your students in a captivating exploration of the pivotal Selma to Montgomery Marches!

This comprehensive reading comprehension resource delves into the historical context, analyzes primary sources, and explores the lasting impact of this defining moment in the fight for voting rights. Through engaging activities and thought-provoking questions, students will gain a deeper understanding of:

  • The systemic disenfranchisement of Black voters in the South.
  • The courage and determination of the marchers in the face of violence.
  • The significance of the marches in securing voting rights and inspiring future generations.

Key Features:

  • Compelling Narrative: Presents the story in a clear and engaging manner, making it accessible to diverse learners.
  • Primary Source Integration: Incorporates firsthand accounts, allowing students to connect with the voices of the movement.
  • Varied Question Formats: Employs multiple choice, true or false, fill in the blank, and short answer questions to assess comprehension and critical thinking at various levels.
  • Detailed Answer Key: Provides clear and concise answers to facilitate self-assessment and guided discussions.

Learning Objectives:

  • Analyze the historical context and motivations behind the Selma to Montgomery Marches.
  • Evaluate primary sources to understand the perspectives and experiences of individuals involved in the movement.
  • Analyze the significance of nonviolent resistance as a strategy employed by the Civil Rights Movement.
  • Explore the impact of the marches on the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and the fight for racial equality.
  • Recognize the enduring legacy of the Selma Marches and their contribution to the ongoing struggle for social justice.

Common Core Standards Alignment:

  • RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
  • RI.5.2: Determine the central ideas or author's purpose of a text and explain how it is developed.
  • RI.5.3: Analyze the relationship between a primary and secondary source on the same topic.
  • RI.5.8: Explain how an author uses reasons and evidence to support a point of view.
  • SS.5.US.3: Explain the impact of key events and individuals on the Civil Rights Movement, including the Selma to Montgomery Marches.

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By A World to Explore Store - A Heritage Month Depot

Do you need engaging last-minute activities for your History or ELA students? Do you want to support diversity and foster an inclusive classroom community? Then download this Emergency Sub Plans Bundle for ELA, Social Studies, and History resource! These 10 unique WebQuests will keep students entertained as they learn about Halloween, Day of the Dead, Thanksgiving, Kwanzaa, Christmas, Martin Luther King Jr Day, Valentine's Day, St Patrick's Day, Easter and Memorial Day!

When you purchase this scavenger hunt resource, you'll receive the activity in both print and digital formats. The research questions provided allow for scaffolded instruction that can be completed individually, in pairs, or in small groups. You can even use this lesson as a fun team-building or gamified activity. Your students are guaranteed to learn more about the diversity in our country with this high-quality, no-prep resource!

Included in this resource:

  • Halloween WebQuest - Learn the history and traditions of this fun holiday
  • Day of the Dead, WebQuest - Also known as Dia de los Muertos, students will learn about this holiday celebrated in Mexico and other Spanish-speaking countries
  • Thanksgiving WebQuest - Students will learn about the history behind many of our Thanksgiving traditions
  • Kwanzaa WebQuest - Students will learn all about this annual celebration of African-American culture
  • Christmas WebQuest - Students will learn about the history as well as enjoy finding all sorts of fun trivia about this international holiday
  • Martin Luther King Day WebQuest - Students will learn all about MLK's life, his activism, and the profound effect he had on our country
  • Valentine's Day WebQuest - Students will learn about this lovely holiday's history and the stories behind our customs
  • St Patrick's Day WebQuest - Students will learn about St Patrick himself and the history behind the traditions
  • Easter WebQuest - Students will learn all about both the history and modern customs associated with this holiday
  • Memorial Day WebQuest - Students will learn about the history as well as modern and local activities and events
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By Agee and Row Classical Music Appreciation

Unlock the wonders of classical music with this comprehensive 24-Composer Activity Bundle! Students explore a variety of musical periods in this activity pack, from Baroque and Renaissance to Romantic and Modern, and learn about some of the most iconic composers of all time - from Bach and Vivaldi to Beethoven and Mozart!

Bundle Benefits

  • Save time! The music selections are already curated for you
  • Add music appreciation to various lessons and unit studies
  • Students explore social-emotional themes through listening
  • Low-prep engaging and mindful activities for students
  • Easily find the music on YouTube or your favorite music services
  • No musical training is required - just print and play!

Learning Objectives

  • increased knowledge of popular classical music composers
  • familiarity with the composer's works
  • ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of classical music
  • identify different instrument sounds
  • social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within classical music
  • creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Each Resource Pack Includes

  • 1-page Resource Guide
  • Listening Sheet Star Rating Guide (Students rate with stars or seasonal shapes!)
  • Listening Sheets
  • Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets
  • Composer Biography Page - fact sheet (1 or 2 facts are already provided, a box to paste/draw the composer's portrait, and a birthday box to color in and decorate cupcakes!
  • Composer Research Sheet - students can use their favorite reference materials to compile a full page of facts about the composer's home country.
  • Composer Rating Activity - there are more options to profile the composer on the rating sheet, including which season and musical style they belong to.
  • Word Composer Activity - in this classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their scores.

Baroque Composer Packs Included:

George Handel

Open the doors to a world of musical grandeur with George Frideric Handel! These engaging listening activities help students explore the beauty, complexity, and emotion of Handel's works. From his famous "Messiah" to the music of royal celebrations, students can learn all about the exquisite works of this iconic Baroque composer!

  1. Messiah, HWV 56
  2. Water Music
  3. Music for the Royal Fireworks
  4. Ode for the Birthday of Queen Anne
  5. Alexander's Feast
  6. The Harmonious Blacksmith
  7. Concerti Grossi, Op. 6
  8. Verdi Prati

Antonio Vivaldi

Take your students on a journey of discovery with Antonio Vivaldi's music! This listening activity pack explores the vibrant energy and complexity of Vivaldi's works. Through fun listening activities, biography pages, and even a word puzzle, students can fully engage with the genius of this Baroque composer!

  1. Gloria
  2. Magnificat
  3. Mandolin Concerto in C Major
  4. Concerto Alla Rustica
  5. Lute Concerto in D Major
  6. Concerto for Strings in G minor
  7. La Senna Festeggiante
  8. Piano, Gemo

Claudio Monteverdi

Immerse your students in the beauty and complexity of Monteverdi's compositions and inspire them with his timeless music! From his groundbreaking operas to his expert madrigals, this Renaissance composer's timeless works are filled with intricacy and emotion. Students engage with his music through these fun and engaging listening activities.

  1. Damigella Tutta Bella
  2. L'Arianna
  3. Mass for 4 Voices
  4. Lasciatemi Morire
  5. Ecco Silvio, SV 97
  6. E Questa Vita un Lampo
  7. Zefiro Torna
  8. Sestina

Henry Purcell

Experience the captivating music of Henry Purcell with your students! This comprehensive activity pack makes teaching Purcell's music simple and enjoyable. With these fun and engaging activities, you can explore the beauty and complexity of Purcell's works and inspire your students with his timeless music.

  1. King Arthur
  2. Come, Ye Sons of Art
  3. Hail! Bright Cecilia
  4. Abdelazer Suite
  5. An Evening Hymn
  6. Lost is my Quiet
  7. Fantasia Upon One Note
  8. Let Us Wander Not Unseen

Domenico Scarlatti

Take your students on a journey through the enchanting music of Domenico Scarlatti! This comprehensive activity pack will make teaching Scarlatti's music fun and engaging. With interactive listening activities, biography pages, and even a word puzzle, you can explore the genius of Scarlatti's works while inspiring a love of classical music.

  1. Sonata in G Minor ("Cat Fugue")
  2. Sonata in A Major, K. 208
  3. Sonata in D Major, K. 140
  4. Sonata in F Minor, K. 239
  5. Sonata in D Major, K. 21
  6. Sonata in C Minor, K. 48
  7. Sonata No. 22 in A Major
  8. Sonata in A Major, K. 500

Johann Pachelbel

Welcome to the magical world of Johann Pachelbel! From his famous Canon in D to his hauntingly beautiful fugues, Pachelbel's compositions have been admired and performed for centuries. This listening activity pack engages students with the elegance and timeless beauty of Johann Pachelbel's music.

  1. Canon in D Major
  2. Chaconne in F Minor
  3. Chaconne in D Minor
  4. Toccata in G Minor
  5. Fugue in G Major
  6. Fugue in E Minor
  7. Toccata in F Major
  8. Tröste uns Gott

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Ludwig Van Beethoven

Open the doors to new musical possibilities with Beethoven's compositions! This listening activity pack gives your students the tools to engage with Beethoven's brilliance. Experience the life and music of Ludwig Van Beethoven with these interactive listening activities, biography pages, and even a word puzzle!

  1. Symphony No. 9
  2. Symphony No. 5
  3. Bagatelle No. 25 ("Für Elise_")_
  4. Piano Concerto No. 5
  5. Violin Sonata No. 9
  6. String Quartet No. 15
  7. Piano Sonata No. 31
  8. Symphony No. 1

Joseph Haydn

Enhance your classroom or homeschool with the music of Joseph Haydn! This comprehensive composer pack makes teaching Haydn's music simple and enjoyable. With multiple types of listening activities included, this resource offers all you need to explore Haydn's music and inspire your students!

  1. Symphony No. 94
  2. Trumpet Concerto
  3. Cello Concerto No. 1
  4. Symphony No. 104
  5. Symphony No. 45
  6. String Quartets Op. 33
  7. Cello Concerto No. 2
  8. Symphony No. 88

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Get ready to bring the beauty of Mozart's music into your classroom or homeschool! Our comprehensive composer pack helps make teaching Mozart easier than ever. From engaging listening activities to specialized resources to space and fairy tales, this pack contains everything you need to engage with and appreciate Mozart's work!

  1. Requiem
  2. Symphony No. 40
  3. The Magic Flute
  4. The Marriage of Figaro
  5. Clarinet Concerto
  6. Piano Sonata No. 16
  7. Violin Concerto No. 5
  8. Piano Sonata No. 8

Carl Philipp Emmanuel Bach

Reveal the wonders of Carl Philipp Emmanuel Bach's well-loved music with this listening activity pack! Through listening activities, biography pages, and even a word puzzle, students can explore the complexity and emotion of Bach's classical-period works.

  1. Cello Concerto in A Minor, WQ. 170
  2. Keyboard Concerto in D Minor, WQ. 23
  3. Flute Concerto in D Minor, WQ. 22
  4. Keyboard Sonata in A Major, WQ. 55
  5. Symphony in E Minor, WQ. 178
  6. Symphony in E-Flat Major, WQ. 179
  7. Harpsichord Concerto in C Minor, WQ. 31
  8. Piano Concerto in F Major, WQ. 33

Johann Christian Bach

Immerse your classroom or homeschool in the captivating and often underrated works of the "London Bach!" Through these engaging listening activities, students discover the complexity and genius of Johann Christian Bach's most iconic compositions.

  1. Harpsichord Concerto in D Major, Op. 1 No. 6
  2. Cello Concerto in C Minor
  3. Sonata for Flute and Piano in D Major
  4. Harpsichord in F Minor
  5. Bassoon Concerto in B Flat Major
  6. Symphony in C Major, Op. 3 No. 2
  7. Sonata for Keyboard in D Major, Op. 5 No. 2
  8. Sinfonia in E-Flat Major, Op. 6 No. 3

Antonio Salieri

Take your students on a journey into the brilliant world of Antonio Salieri! This engaging resource pack explores the beauty and complexity of Salieri's most famous works. From listening activities to biography pages and even a word puzzle, these interactive worksheets will inspire a deeper classical music appreciation.

  1. Symphonie in D Major, "The Onomastic Day"
  2. Symphonie in D Major, "La Veneziana"
  3. Concerto for Flute, Oboe, and Orchestra in C Major
  4. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra in B Flat Major
  5. Organ Concerto in C Major
  6. Concertino da Camera
  7. La Grotto di Trofonio (Overture)
  8. Les Danaides (Overture)

Romantic Composer Packs Included:

Johannes Brahms

Open the doors to the captivating music of Johannes Brahms! From the iconic Hungarian Rhapsody to the soothing soundscape of Wigenlied, students explore the most iconic compositions of this Romantic-period composer. Immerse your classroom or homeschool in some of the world's most-loved classical music with these fun and engaging activities!

  1. Wiegenlied
  2. Hungarian Dance No. 5
  3. Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68
  4. Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77
  5. Piano Concerto No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 15
  6. Cello Sonata No. 1
  7. Horn Trio
  8. String Quintet No. 2

Clara Schumann

Discover the timeless music of Clara Schumann with this comprehensive composer pack! Through these engaging worksheets, students explore the beauty and complexity of Schumann's works - all while gaining a greater appreciation for classical music history!

  1. Three Romances for Violin and Piano
  2. Piano Trio
  3. Impromptu in E Major
  4. Lorelei
  5. Piano Concerto No. 1
  6. Piano Trio in G Minor, Op. 17
  7. 3 Preludes and Fugues, Op. 16
  8. Romanze in A Minor

Franz Liszt

Explore the musical depths of iconic Hungarian composer Franz Liszt! Fun listening activities, biography pages, and even a word puzzle engage students in classical music appreciation. From Hungarian Dance to Liebestraume, some of Liszt's most iconic compositions are featured!

  1. La Campanella
  2. Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2
  3. Piano Sonata in B Minor
  4. Piano Concerto No. 2
  5. Liebestraume No. 3
  6. Hungarian Rhapsody No. 6
  7. Hungaria
  8. Orpheus

Frédéric Chopin

Discover the enchanting musical world of Polish composer Frédéric Chopin! Students explore some of Chopin's most iconic works through engaging listening activities, biography pages, and even a word puzzle! Unlock the genius of this Romantic-period composer for your classroom or homeschool.

  1. Ballade No. 2 in F Major
  2. Fantaisie-Impromptu
  3. Piano Sonata No. 2
  4. Nocturne in E Flat Major, Op. 2, No. 2
  5. Piano Sonata No. 3
  6. Piano Concerto No. 1
  7. Polonaise in A-Flat Major, Op. 53
  8. Etude Op. 10, No. 12

Claude Debussy

Immerse your students in the music of 20th-century French composer and expert of Impressionism, Claude Debussy! This pack of engaging listening activities brings the vibrant sounds of impressionist music to your classroom or homeschool. Your students will experience the beauty and complexity of Debussy's works while gaining a deeper appreciation of classical music history!

  1. Clair de Lune
  2. La Mer (The Sea)
  3. Suite Bergamasque
  4. Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun
  5. The Snow is Dancing
  6. Serenade of the Doll
  7. Petite Suite
  8. String Quartet in G Minor, Op. 10

Gustav Mahler

Learning about Gustav Mahler is an incredible opportunity for students to explore the beauty of music, the power of emotion, and the culture of the Austro-Bohemian Romantics. Bring the works of this influential composer to life through engaging listening activities and create a lasting impact on students!

  1. Piano Quartet in A Minor
  2. Symphony No. 1 in D Major
  3. Symphony No. 2 in C Minor
  4. Symphony No. 3 in D Minor
  5. Symphony No. 4 in G Major
  6. Symphony No. 5 in C-Sharp Minor
  7. Symphony No. 6 in A Minor
  8. Symphony No. 7 in E Minor

Modern Composer Packs Included:

Duke Ellington

Introduce your students to the music of Duke Ellington, one of the most influential jazz composers of the 20th century! Through his innovative compositions, exciting performances, and lifelong dedication to music, Ellington has inspired generations of fans and continues to be a source of inspiration today. Bring his music to life in your classroom and help students gain an appreciation of his unique style and lasting legacy.

  1. Take the 'A' Train
  2. It Don't Mean a Thing
  3. Mood Indigo
  4. In a Sentimental Mood
  5. Perdido
  6. Rockin' in Rhythm
  7. C-Jam Blues
  8. Diminuendo and Crescendo in Blue

John Williams

Explore the music of John Williams, the legendary composer behind the world's most iconic film scores! With these engaging listening activities, biography pages, and even a word puzzle - you can bring the works of John Williams to life in your classroom or homeschool!

  1. The Imperial March
  2. Hedwig's Theme
  3. Horn Concerto
  4. Flight to Neverland
  5. Journey to the Island
  6. The Throne Room
  7. Princess Leia's Theme
  8. The Raiders March

Amy Beach

Explore the wonderful world of Amy Beach's music and bring its beauty into your classroom or homeschool! Her iconic compositions encourage creative expression and a deeper appreciation for classical music. Unlock the power of Amy Beach's music and make music history memories with your students!

  1. Romance for Violin and Piano, Op. 23
  2. Gaelic Symphony in E Minor
  3. 'Dreaming', Op. 15, No. 3
  4. Piano Trio, Op. 150
  5. String Quartet in One Movement, Op. 89
  6. Violin Sonata in A Minor, Op. 34
  7. Piano Concerto in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 45
  8. Piano Quintet in in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 67

Florence Price

Explore the legacy of Florence Price's music in your classroom or homeschool! Throughout these engaging listening activities, students explore the complexity and influence of Price's iconic music. This legendary American composer will encourage a deeper appreciation of classical music history with your students.

  1. Symphony No. 3 in C Minor
  2. Piano Sonata in E Minor
  3. Violin Concerto No. 2
  4. Sonata in E Minor
  5. Symphony No. 4 in D Minor
  6. Violin Concerto No. 1
  7. Symphony No. 1 in E Minor
  8. Symphony No. 2 in G Minor

George Walker

Bring an innovative approach to your music classroom or homeschool with the contemporary works of George Walker! This comprehensive composer pack engages students in listening activities, biography pages, and even a word puzzle!

  1. Sinfonia No. 4
  2. Sonata for Violin and Piano No. 1
  3. String Quartet No. 2
  4. Piano Sonata No. 5
  5. Concerto for Violin and Orchestra
  6. Bleu for Unaccompanied Violin
  7. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra
  8. Pageant and Proclamation

George Gershwin

Get ready for your students to experience the genius of one of the greatest composers of the 20th century! Fun listening activities, biography pages, and even a word puzzle engage students in classical music appreciation. From Rhapsody in Blue to An American in Paris, some of Gershwin's most iconic compositions are featured in this resource pack.

  1. Rhapsody in Blue
  2. An American in Paris
  3. Someone to Watch Over Me
  4. Concerto in F
  5. Foggy Day
  6. Cuban Overture
  7. Walking the Dog

Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges

Explore the music of Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-George, a pioneering composer, violin virtuoso, and champion fencer! His remarkable life story is a testament to perseverance and resilience, and his musical legacy will inspire generations. Empower your students with the knowledge of this trailblazer's inspiring life and musical achievements.

  1. Symphony in G Major, Op. 11
  2. L' Amant Anonyme, Ouverture
  3. Violin Concerto in G Major, Op. 2, No. 1
  4. Symphony Concertante in B-Flat Major, Op. 6, No. 2
  5. Adagio in F Minor
  6. Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 3, No. 1
  7. Concerto for Violin, Op. 7, No. 1
  8. Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major

+ BONUS FILE

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