Less than $5 British History Activities (by date, latest first)

This eBook is a complete guide to World War II for Grades 9–12. It explains the causes of the war, the major countries involved, and the important leaders who shaped history. Students will learn about key battles like D-Day, the Battle of Britain, and the Battle of Stalingrad. The book also covers the Holocaust with sensitivity and clarity. It shows how the war affected civilians, from rationing to women joining the workforce.

Each chapter uses simple, clear language to help students understand big ideas. The timeline of events makes it easy to follow how the war unfolded. Students will also discover what happened after the war, including the creation of the United Nations and the start of the Cold War.

A separate worksheet gives students many activities to test their knowledge. It includes multiple-choice questions, fill-in-the-blank exercises, short answers, and a creative writing task. An answer key is provided at the end to support learning.

This eBook is a great resource for history classes, homework, or self-study. It helps students think deeply about the war’s impact on the world. With clear facts and engaging activities, it makes learning about World War II meaningful and memorable.

The Tudors: A Fascinating Journey Through History

An Engaging History Ebook for Grades 6–8

Step back in time and discover the exciting world of the Tudors, one of the most dramatic and important periods in British history! This beautifully illustrated and informative ebook is designed especially for middle school learners, combining rich historical content with fun facts, eye-catching images, and student-friendly language.

Students will explore:

• How the Tudors came to power and ruled England
• The lives of powerful monarchs like Henry VIII and Elizabeth I
• How religion, exploration, and culture changed the country forever ✝️
• What everyday life was like for rich nobles and poor villagers alike ⚔️

From thrilling jousting tournaments to dangerous sea voyages, from Shakespeare’s plays to Tudor fashion, this ebook brings history to life and helps students understand how the Tudors shaped the world we live in today.

Includes:

• Detailed chapters with illustrations and photos
• A printable student worksheet packed with fun and educational activities
• A complete answer key for easy marking or self-checking

Whether used in class, at home, or for projects, this ebook is the perfect companion for any young historian exploring the world of the Tudors.

The Industrial Revolution, often categorized into the First Industrial Revolution and Second Industrial Revolution, marked a transitional phase in the global economy towards more extensive, efficient, and consistent manufacturing methods, following the Second Agricultural Revolution. Initiating in Great Britain circa 1760, the Industrial Revolution extended to continental Europe and the United States by approximately 1840. This shift involved moving from manual production techniques to machinery; novel chemical manufacturing and iron production methods; a greater reliance on water and steam power; the creation of machine tools; and the emergence of the mechanized factory system. Production significantly surged, leading to an unparalleled increase in both population and the pace of population growth. The textile sector was the pioneer in adopting modern manufacturing techniques, making textiles the leading industry regarding employment, output value, and capital investment.

This handy ebook will help you teach your students about the Industrial Revolution. It contains facts, plenty of activities, the students' printable worksheet, and the relevant answer key at the end.

This no prep video-based lesson teaches about the life and legacy of Charles Darwin. It's specifically designed for children/teens at the A2/B1 level.

It's based on an English Heritage youtube video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-NFfSLlCawE).

It includes pre-watching, while-watching and post-watching activities which focus on listening comprehension and vocabulary, as well as teaching about an important figure of British history.

What is included:

• a word-definition matching exercise to pre-teach vocabulary
• two listening comprehension exercises (Reorder the sentences; True or False?)
• an internet quest - writing practice
• a key

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Earth Day │Carbon Footprint Video-Based EFL/ESL CLIL Lesson
Gunpowder Plot / Guy Fawkes Video-Based EFL/ESL Lesson

Celebrate St. George's Day with these low prep activities. Great as a lesson starter, ideal for preteaching vocabulary. Suitable for primary schools and ESL / EFL classes.

Contains:

• 1 trimino puzzle - it teached 21 St. George's Day related vocabulary
• 1 crossword - key is included

How to use Trimino puzzle:

Simply print out and cut up the puzzle pieces and let your pupils put them back together. Students need to match the word with the correct picture.

Print out a few puzzles and turn it into a competition. Whoever resolves the puzzle first, wins. It can be also played in teams.

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Saint Patrick's Day Trimino Puzzle (also known as Triomino)

St. Andrew's Day Trimino Puzzle (also called Triomino) and Crossword

Celebrate St. Andrew's Day with these low prep activities. Great as a lesson starter, ideal for preteaching vocabulary. Suitable for primary schools and ESL / EFL classes.

Contains:

• 1 trimino puzzle - it teached 12 St. Andrew's Day related vocabulary
• 1 crossword - key is included

How to use Trimino puzzle:

Simply print out and cut up the puzzle pieces and let your pupils put them back together. Students need to match the word with the correct picture. The resultant shape is that of a star.

Print out a few puzzles and turn it into a competition. Whoever resolves the puzzle first, wins. It can be also played in teams.

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Saint Patrick's Day Trimino Puzzle (also known as Triomino)

St. George's Day Trimino Puzzle(also called Triomino) and Crossword

This no prep video-based lesson teaches about Bonfire Night, Gunpowder Plot and Guy Fawkes' involvement. It's specifically designed for teens / adults at the B1 / B2 level.

It's based on a Horrible Histories youtube video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VX1yfqLRIrg).

It includes pre-watching, while-watching and post-watching activities which focus on listening comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, as well as teaching about an important event in British history.

What is included:

• worksheet
• key
• transcription
• detailed lesson plan

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St. George's Day Trimino Puzzle (also called Triomino) and Crossword

Saint Patrick's Day Trimino Puzzle (also known as Triomino)
St. Andrew's Day Trimino Puzzle (also called Triomino) and Crossword

A Queen Elizabeth II Escape Room activity. Ideal for fifth grade or sixth grade, the activity is perfect for group work, starting a new topic on British History, team-building activities or for a fun, engaging and interactive lesson. The activity can be used in English class as it incorporates some ELA skills or in Social Studies.

The activity has been split into four different tasks; your students will need to complete each of the tasks to reveal a word. Together the four words make a phrase for them to escape the room.

Included in this resource:

• Student guidelines for completing the tasks meaning no teacher prep
• A student answer key to complete as they work through the tasks
• An informational text or reading comprehension passage
• A true or false fact sheet & maze
• A crossword puzzle
• A timeline activity & answer key
• A wordsearch puzzle
• Teacher answer sheets for each task

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In Task 1 students will read an informational text about the recently deceased queen and then find their way through a maze by answering true or false comprehension questions. If they answer the questions correctly they will reveal their first word.

In Task 2 students will use the same informational text to complete a crossword puzzle. Within the puzzle there are several hidden letters which will need to be unscrambled on the completion of the puzzle to reveal the second word.

In Task 3 students will have to cut out 27 timeline task cards about important historical events from the 1900s before putting them in order from the earliest date to the most recent. When they have finished their task they can glue them onto the answer key which will reveal their third word.

In Task 4 students will have to find the missing words in a wordsearch puzzle before finding a hidden word from the letters that are left over in the puzzle. This hidden word is their fourth and final word.

Students can then complete their student answer key with the four words they revealed before checking with the teacher to see if they have escaped successfully.

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This resource is great for:

• Team-building activities
• Group work
• Research projects
• Reading comprehension
• Emergency sub plans
• Independent work
• Introducing a new topic

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• Distance Learning Resources
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A King George III Escape Room activity. Ideal for fifth grade or sixth grade, the activity is perfect for group work, starting a new topic on British History, looking into the American War of Independence, team-building activities or for a fun, engaging and interactive lesson. The activity can be used in English class as it incorporates some ELA skills or in Social Studies.

The activity has been split into four different tasks; your students will need to complete each of the tasks to reveal a word. Together the four words make a phrase for them to escape the room.

Included in this resource:

• Student guidelines for completing the tasks meaning no teacher prep
• A student answer key to complete as they work through the tasks
• An informational text or reading comprehension passage
• A true or false fact sheet & maze
• A crossword puzzle
• A timeline activity & answer key
• A wordsearch puzzle
• Teacher answer sheets for each task

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In Task 1 students will read an informational text about King George III and then find their way through a maze by answering true or false comprehension questions. If they answer the questions correctly they will reveal their first word.

In Task 2 students will use the same informational text to complete a crossword puzzle. Within the puzzle there are several hidden letters which will need to be unscrambled on the completion of the puzzle to reveal the second word.

In Task 3 students will have to cut out 27 timeline task cards about important historical events from the 1700s before putting them in order from the earliest date to the most recent. When they have finished their task they can glue them onto the answer key which will reveal their third word.

In Task 4 students will have to find the missing words in a wordsearch puzzle before finding a hidden word from the letters that are left over in the puzzle. This hidden word is their fourth and final word.

Students can then complete their student answer key with the four words they revealed before checking with the teacher to see if they have escaped successfully.

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• Team-building activities
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• Research projects
• Reading comprehension
• Emergency sub plans
• Independent work
• Introducing a new topic

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A War of the Roses Escape Room activity. Ideal for fifth grade or sixth grade, the activity is perfect for group work, starting a new topic about the Middle Ages or British history, team-building activities or for a fun, engaging and interactive lesson. The activity can be used in English class as it incorporates some ELA skills or in Social Studies.

The activity has been split into four different tasks; your students will need to complete each of the tasks to reveal a word. Together the four words make a phrase for them to escape the room.

Included in this resource:

• Student guidelines for completing the tasks meaning no teacher prep
• A student answer key to complete as they work through the tasks
• An informational text or reading comprehension passage
• A true or false fact sheet & maze
• A crossword puzzle
• A timeline activity & answer key
• A wordsearch puzzle
• Teacher answer sheets for each task

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In Task 1 students will read an informational text about the War of the Roses and then find their way through a maze by answering true or false comprehension questions. If they answer the questions correctly they will reveal their first word.

In Task 2 students will use the same informational text to complete a crossword puzzle. Within the puzzle there are several hidden letters which will need to be unscrambled on the completion of the puzzle to reveal the second word.

In Task 3 students will have to cut out 27 timeline task cards about important historical events from the Middle Ages before putting them in order from the earliest date to the most recent. When they have finished their task they can glue them onto the answer key which will reveal their third word.

In Task 4 students will have to find the missing words in a wordsearch puzzle before finding a hidden word from the letters that are left over in the puzzle. This hidden word is their fourth and final word.

Students can then complete their student answer key with the four words they revealed before checking with the teacher to see if they have escaped successfully.

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This resource is great for:

• Team-building activities
• Group work
• Research projects
• Reading comprehension
• Emergency sub plans
• Independent work
• Introducing a new topic

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• Distance Learning Resources
• U.S. History Resources

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A William the Conqueror, or King William I, Escape Room activity. Ideal for fifth grade or sixth grade, the activity is perfect for group work, starting a new topic about the Middle Ages, team-building activities or for a fun, engaging and interactive lesson. The activity can be used in English class as it incorporates some ELA skills or in Social Studies.

The activity has been split into four different tasks; your students will need to complete each of the tasks to reveal a word. Together the four words make a phrase for them to escape the room.

Included in this resource:

• Student guidelines for completing the tasks meaning no teacher prep
• A student answer key to complete as they work through the tasks
• An informational text or reading comprehension passage
• A true or false fact sheet & maze
• A crossword puzzle
• A timeline activity & answer key
• A wordsearch puzzle
• Teacher answer sheets for each task

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In Task 1 students will read an informational text about William the Conqueror and then find their way through a maze by answering true or false comprehension questions. If they answer the questions correctly they will reveal their first word.

In Task 2 students will use the same informational text to complete a crossword puzzle. Within the puzzle there are several hidden letters which will need to be unscrambled on the completion of the puzzle to reveal the second word.

In Task 3 students will have to cut out 27 timeline task cards about important historical events from the Middle Ages before putting them in order from the earliest date to the most recent. When they have finished their task they can glue them onto the answer key which will reveal their third word.

In Task 4 students will have to find the missing words in a wordsearch puzzle before finding a hidden word from the letters that are left over in the puzzle. This hidden word is their fourth and final word.

Students can then complete their student answer key with the four words they revealed before checking with the teacher to see if they have escaped successfully.

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This resource is great for:

• Team-building activities
• Group work
• Research projects
• Reading comprehension
• Emergency sub plans
• Independent work
• Introducing a new topic

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• Distance Learning Resources
• U.S. History Resources

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A King Henry VIII Escape Room activity. Ideal for fifth grade or sixth grade, the activity is perfect for group work, starting a new topic on British History, team-building activities or for a fun, engaging and interactive lesson. The activity can be used in English class as it incorporates some ELA skills or in Social Studies.

The activity has been split into four different tasks; your students will need to complete each of the tasks to reveal a word. Together the four words make a phrase for them to escape the room.

Included in this resource:

• Student guidelines for completing the tasks meaning no teacher prep
• A student answer key to complete as they work through the tasks
• An informational text or reading comprehension passage
• A true or false fact sheet & maze
• A crossword puzzle
• A timeline activity & answer key
• A wordsearch puzzle
• Teacher answer sheets for each task

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In Task 1 students will read an informational text about King Henry VIII and then find their way through a maze by answering true or false comprehension questions. If they answer the questions correctly they will reveal their first word.

In Task 2 students will use the same informational text to complete a crossword puzzle. Within the puzzle there are several hidden letters which will need to be unscrambled on the completion of the puzzle to reveal the second word.

In Task 3 students will have to cut out 27 timeline task cards about important historical events from the 1500s before putting them in order from the earliest date to the most recent. When they have finished their task they can glue them onto the answer key which will reveal their third word.

In Task 4 students will have to find the missing words in a wordsearch puzzle before finding a hidden word from the letters that are left over in the puzzle. This hidden word is their fourth and final word.

Students can then complete their student answer key with the four words they revealed before checking with the teacher to see if they have escaped successfully.

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This resource is great for:

• Team-building activities
• Group work
• Research projects
• Reading comprehension
• Emergency sub plans
• Independent work
• Introducing a new topic

Other similar or relevant resources:

• Distance Learning Resources
• U.S. History Resources

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A Queen Elizabeth I Escape Room activity. Ideal for fifth grade or sixth grade, the activity is perfect for group work, starting a new topic on British History, team-building activities or for a fun, engaging and interactive lesson. The activity can be used in English class as it incorporates some ELA skills or in Social Studies.

The activity has been split into four different tasks; your students will need to complete each of the tasks to reveal a word. Together the four words make a phrase for them to escape the room.

Included in this resource:

• Student guidelines for completing the tasks meaning no teacher prep
• A student answer key to complete as they work through the tasks
• An informational text or reading comprehension passage
• A true or false fact sheet & maze
• A crossword puzzle
• A timeline activity & answer key
• A wordsearch puzzle
• Teacher answer sheets for each task

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In Task 1 students will read an informational text about Queen Elizabeth I and then find their way through a maze by answering true or false comprehension questions. If they answer the questions correctly they will reveal their first word.

In Task 2 students will use the same informational text to complete a crossword puzzle. Within the puzzle there are several hidden letters which will need to be unscrambled on the completion of the puzzle to reveal the second word.

In Task 3 students will have to cut out 27 timeline task cards about important historical events from the 1600s before putting them in order from the earliest date to the most recent. When they have finished their task they can glue them onto the answer key which will reveal their third word.

In Task 4 students will have to find the missing words in a wordsearch puzzle before finding a hidden word from the letters that are left over in the puzzle. This hidden word is their fourth and final word.

Students can then complete their student answer key with the four words they revealed before checking with the teacher to see if they have escaped successfully.

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This resource is great for:

• Team-building activities
• Group work
• Research projects
• Reading comprehension
• Emergency sub plans
• Independent work
• Introducing a new topic

Other similar or relevant resources:

• Distance Learning Resources
• U.S. History Resources

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An Escape Room activity looking at the outbreak of the bubonic plague in London between 1664 and 1666, known as the Great Plague. Ideal for fifth grade or sixth grade, the activity is perfect for group work, team-building activities or for a fun, engaging and interactive lesson. The activity can be used in English class as it incorporates some ELA skills or in Social Studies.

The activity has been split into four different tasks; your students will need to complete each of the tasks to reveal a word. Together the four words make a phrase for them to escape the room.

Included in this resource:

• Student guidelines for completing the tasks meaning no teacher prep
• A student answer key to complete as they work through the tasks
• An informational text or reading comprehension passage
• A true or false fact sheet & maze
• A crossword puzzle
• A timeline activity & answer key
• A wordsearch puzzle
• Teacher answer sheets for each task

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In Task 1 students will read an informational text about the Great Plague and then find their way through a maze by answering true or false comprehension questions. If they answer the questions correctly they will reveal their first word.

In Task 2 students will use the same informational text to complete a crossword puzzle. Within the puzzle there are several hidden letters which will need to be unscrambled on the completion of the puzzle to reveal the second word.

In Task 3 students will have to cut out 27 timeline task cards that cover key events of the 1600s before putting them in order from the earliest date to the most recent. When they have finished their task they can glue them onto the answer key which will reveal their third word.

In Task 4 students will have to find the missing words in a wordsearch puzzle before finding a hidden word from the letters that are left over in the puzzle. This hidden word is their fourth and final word.

Students can then complete their student answer key with the four words they revealed before checking with the teacher to see if they have escaped successfully.

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Unveiling the Cold War: Heroes, Villains, and the Nuances in Between (10 Captivating Worksheets!)

Dive into the heart of the Cold War with this comprehensive 10-worksheet bundle!

Beyond Black & White Narratives:

• Explore the complex legacies of 10 iconic Cold War figures, analyzing their triumphs, controversies, and lasting impact.
• Develop critical thinking skills by deciphering primary sources, evaluating differing perspectives, and forming independent judgments.
• Engage in lively debates with thought-provoking "hero or villain" discussions, fostering respectful dialogue and historical empathy.
• Solidify understanding with diverse assessment activities - multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer - catered to various learning styles.
• Answer keys included for efficient grading and student self-assessment.

Learning Objectives:

• Examine the multifaceted legacies of key Cold War figures, considering both their achievements and shortcomings.
• Analyze primary sources to gain diverse perspectives on historical events and individuals.
• Formulate well-supported opinions and engage in respectful debate on complex historical issues.
• Recognize the nuances and complexities inherent in historical figures and events, avoiding simplistic labeling.

Content & Benefits:

• 10 Engaging Worksheets: Each worksheet focuses on a pivotal Cold War figure, including Joseph Stalin, Nikita Khrushchev, John F. Kennedy, Richard Nixon, Henry Kissinger, Margaret Thatcher, Fidel Castro, Mao Zedong, Che Guevara, and Ho Chi Minh.
• Primary Source Analysis: Analyze excerpts from speeches, letters, or articles, fostering critical thinking and historical context awareness.
• Differentiated Assessment: Multiple question formats cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Teacher-Friendly: Answer keys save time and facilitate easy grading.

Common Core Standards Alignment:

• RI.5.1, RI.6.1, RI.7.1, RI.8.1, RI.9-10.1: Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly and implicitly.
• RI.5.2, RI.6.2, RI.7.2, RI.8.2, RI.9-10.2: Determine central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development.
• RI.5.3, RI.6.3, RI.7.3, RI.8.3, RI.9-10.3: Analyze how and why authors use evidence to support their claims.
• RI.5.5, RI.6.5, RI.7.5, RI.8.5, RI.9-10.5: Analyze the authors' point of view and purpose.
• WHST.6-8.9, WHST.9-12.9: Draw evidence from informational texts to support claims and create an argument.

Download today and empower your students to become critical thinkers and informed global citizens!

Bonus Tip: Encourage students to research specific Cold War events or themes related to the figures, fostering deeper understanding and independent learning

Unravel the Enigma: Was Margaret Thatcher a Hero or Villain? (Engage Students in Critical Thinking!)

Dive into the complex and captivating legacy of Margaret Thatcher with this thought-provoking reading comprehension worksheet!

Beyond Hero or Villain Labels:

• Examine both sides of the debate surrounding Margaret Thatcher's premiership, analyzing her impact on Britain's economy, society, and global standing.
• Primary source analysis brings history to life, fostering critical thinking and source evaluation skills.
• Varied assessment activities - multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blanks, and short answer - reinforce comprehension and encourage individual analysis.
• Answer key included for efficient grading and self-assessment.

Learning Objectives:

• Analyze the multifaceted legacy of Margaret Thatcher, considering both her achievements and shortcomings.
• Evaluate primary sources and engage in critical thinking about historical figures.
• Formulate informed opinions and participate in respectful debate on complex topics.
• Recognize the nuances of historical figures and events, avoiding simplistic labeling.

Content & Benefits:

• Compelling Reading Passage: Explores key events of Thatcher's premiership, including her foreign policy, economic reforms, and social impact.
• Engaging Primary Sources: Analyze excerpts from speeches, highlighting contrasting perspectives and historical context.
• Differentiated Assessment: Multiple question formats cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Teacher-Friendly: Answer key saves time and facilitates easy grading.

Common Core Standards Alignment:

• RI.5.1, RI.6.1, RI.7.1, RI.8.1, RI.9-10.1: Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly and implicitly.
• RI.5.2, RI.6.2, RI.7.2, RI.8.2, RI.9-10.2: Determine central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development.
• RI.5.3, RI.6.3, RI.7.3, RI.8.3, RI.9-10.3: Analyze how and why authors use evidence to support their claims.
• RI.5.5, RI.6.5, RI.7.5, RI.8.5, RI.9-10.5: Analyze the authors' point of view and purpose.
• WHST.6-8.9, WHST.9-12.9: Draw evidence from informational texts to support claims and create an argument.

Teaching why the labor Party split during World War One. This no prep consolidation activity worksheet helps students understanding the different perspectives not he home and the Western front on the conscription debate and how it lead to the split of the Labor Party,

Resources

• A4 coloured worksheet Sheet
• Hints for weaker students

The students compare the different arguments for and against conscription according tot he perspective of the home front and those on the front lines. The proforma provides a template to organise the different ideas to support an extended answer or debate on the issue on why the Labor party split over the issue.

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Need to teach a no prep source skills activity to your middle/high school students. This simple no prep but effective proforma help your students step through the process of basic source questions.

Resources:

• A4 coloured source sheet
• QR code and URL to a detailed explanation of the source being studied to extend students

Students are provided with a single source from the conscription debate to analyse. It is a not a full source analysis. It is good for introduction to sources skills within the context of The Australian conscriptions debate. There is also links to more details information on the source for the students to access to review their responses.

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Do your middle/high school students need a no prep activity retrieval task that can be used to develop student skills in identifying primary sources context. There are four sets of three primary sources that students need to assess.

They cover the changing periods of:

• World War One,
• Great Depression,
• Role of Women a
• World War Two.

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Task process:

• Look at the three pictures you have been given and identify the event that connects them all.

• Begin to fill out the sections you can remember from memory

• Look through your notes to rectify any gaps or enhance the original answers you have given.

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Do your middle/high school students need a no prep activity retrieval task that can be used to develop student skills in identifying primary sources context. There are four sets of three primary sources that students need to assess.

They cover the changing periods of:

• World War One,
• Great Depression,
• Role of Women a
• World War Two.

Please provide a review if you download and use the resource

Task process:

• Look at the three pictures you have been given and identify the event that connects them all.

• Begin to fill out the sections you can remember from memory

• Look through your notes to rectify any gaps or enhance the original answers you have given.

Enjoy this resource! Don't forget to follow my store for more awesome products and rate this product for your TeachShare credits :)

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