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FREEBIE The History and Significance of Labor Day
By Homeschool with Big Easy Homeschooling Mom
Dive into the history and significance of Labor Day with this comprehensive educational resource. Perfect for upper middle to high school students, this freebie includes a detailed and complex reading passage on the origins and evolution of Labor Day, along with 20 thought-provoking questions and a separate answer key. Also included are note-taking sheets to enhance student engagement and retention. This resource is ideal for history lessons, social studies classes, or as an enrichment activity leading up to Labor Day.
FREEBIE: 9/11 Reading Passage, Q & A, and Note-Taking Sheets
By Homeschool with Big Easy Homeschooling Mom
This detailed resource package includes a thorough reading passage on 9/11, exploring the causes, events, and consequences of this pivotal moment in history. It comes with 20 critical questions, an answer key, and note-taking sheets for students making this resource perfect for engaging your upper middle and high school students.
Sarah Kemble Knight - Colonial Era: One Page Primary Source Worksheet
By Christa Nonnemaker
Unlock the door to immersive historical exploration with this primary source curriculum resource, designed to captivate and inspire your students!
This Primary Source Worksheet features a journal excerpt from Madame Sarah Kemble Knight, who was traveling in the colonies in 1704 for business reasons. Three Questions follow the passage which direct students toward clearer understanding of the passage.
On the second page, the passage is enhanced with Meanings and Definitions in order to facilitate and improve understanding. A Differentiated Learning Option is also available for students.
The third page includes Background Information and the Answer Key. This is excellent practice in Analyzing Primary Sources and in identifying author perspective.
Here are some links below for other resources relating to the Colonial Era:
* Colonial Women: Reading Assignment and Worksheet
* Colonial Women: Primary Source Analysis and DBQs
* Colonial Women: Power Point Lesson
The excerpt from Sarah Kemble Knight in this resource is just one of nine other primary sources in the Colonial Women: Primary Source Analysis and DBQ's resource.
For more resources about U.S. Women's History, here are some links:
* U.S. Women's History Primary Sources and DBQ's: 19th Century
* U.S. Women's History Reading Assignments and Worksheets: 1600-1945
* U.S. Women's History Curriculum Unit - Part 1: 1600-1945
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Do you love historical fiction? My novel, Hearts at War, features a white girl and a Japanese-American boy who are childhood friends whose growing attraction to one another in high school will be severed by war, family and social pressures once they enter college. They come of age in California and coincidence will throw them together again in the Pacific theater of war as they both serve in the military. Will they be able face the challenges of war and find a way back to each other? Available on Amazon or Kindle/Kindle Unlimited. Young Adults/Adults/Interracial Romance. I appreciate any reviews! Thank you! - Christa Nonnemaker (B.A./M.A, History)
Elizabeth Cady Stanton - Women's Rights: One Page Primary Source Worksheet
By Christa Nonnemaker
Unlock the door to immersive historical exploration with this primary source curriculum resource, designed to captivate and inspire your students.
Many students have heard about the Declaration of Sentiments or might have even read portions of it. Now students can go behind the scenes with this primary source excerpt!
This primary source worksheet features a passage written by Elizabeth Cady Stanton in Eighty Years and More in which explains why she and Lucretia Mott decided the time had come to organize the Seneca Falls Convention of 1848 which ushered in the Women's Rights Movement in the United States. Students will enjoy learning about the motivations behind the creation of the convention. Two questions follow the Guided Reading.
On the second page, the passage is enhanced with Meanings and Definitions in order to facilitate and improve understanding. A Differentiated Learning Option is also available for students.
The third page includes Background Information and an Answer Key. This is excellent practice in Primary Source Analysis and in identifying author perspective.
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Here are some links below for other resources relating to the Women's Rights Movement:
* Early Women's Rights Movement Reading Assignments and Worksheet
* Early Women's Rights Movement DBQ's and Primary Sources
* Early Women's Rights Movement Power Point Lesson
Or all three of the above in the bundle below:
* Early Women's Rights Movement Teaching Bundle
Do you love historical fiction? My novel, Hearts at War, features a white girl and a Japanese-American boy who are childhood friends whose growing attraction to one another in high school will be severed by war, family and social pressures once they enter college. They come of age in California and coincidence will throw them together again in the Pacific theater of war as they both serve in the military. Will they be able face the challenges of war and find a way back to each other? Available on Amazon or Kindle/Kindle Unlimited. Young Adults/Adults/Interracial Romance. I appreciate any reviews! Thank you! - Christa Nonnemaker (B.A./M.A., History)
Moon Landing Day Word Search Puzzle Worksheet - Activity Games For Kids
By Zaazoua Mostapha
This Moon Landing word search puzzle worksheet is for the memory of landing on the moon. The words are hidden in all directions and there may be some overlaps making this a challenging word search. A great activity worksheet for class or home that will help students learn a lot about this great achievement.
The 24 hidden vocabulary words are: Aeronautics, America, Apollo, Astrology, astronaut, astronomy, Buzz Aldrin, Eagle, Eleven, exploration, Historical, John F. Kennedy, landed, landing, launch, lunar, Michael Collins, mission, Moon, Neil Armstrong, orbit, Space, spacecraft, telescope.
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Moon Landing Day Word Search Puzzle Worksheet - Activity Games For Kids
By Zaazoua Mostapha
This Moon Landing word search puzzle worksheet is for the memory of landing on the moon. The words are hidden in all directions and there may be some overlaps making this a challenging word search. A great activity worksheet for class or home that will help students learn a lot about this great achievement.
The 24 hidden vocabulary words are: Aeronautics, America, Apollo, Astrology, astronaut, astronomy, Buzz Aldrin, Eagle, Eleven, exploration, Historical, John F. Kennedy, landed, landing, launch, lunar, Michael Collins, mission, Moon, Neil Armstrong, orbit, Space, spacecraft, telescope.
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World War II - Student Guide for Grades 9-12
By Bright Classroom Ideas Marketplace
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.
Great Americans Series of Biographies - Fun History - Ulysses S. Grant
By Iconic History
As time passes, many great Americans who have shaped the arts, sciences, sports, and history of our nation and culture get lost in time. The Great Americans Series of Biographies and Worksheets is an easy-to-read 200-word Biography of just the highlights of each subject's life designed to keep young readers engaged. The Questions page ensures student reading comprehension and grasp of key points. The Vocabulary page introduces and explains new words, phrases, and/or institutions students may not have been familiar with. The Quotes page challenges students to write what a famous quote by the subject means to them. The Great Americans Series is available individually or in bundles, making great bell work. An Answer Key is provided with each worksheet.
Great Americans Series of Biographies - Fun History - Ronald Reagan
By Iconic History
As time passes, many great Americans who have shaped the arts, sciences, sports, and history of our nation and culture get lost in time. The Great Americans Series of Biographies and Worksheets is an easy-to-read 200-word Biography of just the highlights of each subject's life designed to keep young readers engaged. The Questions page ensures student reading comprehension and grasp of key points. The Vocabulary page introduces and explains new words, phrases, and/or institutions students may not have been familiar with. The Quotes page challenges students to write what a famous quote by the subject means to them. The Great Americans Series is available individually or in bundles, making great bell work. An Answer Key is provided with each worksheet.
Great Americans Series of Biographies - Fun History - John Adams
By Iconic History
As time passes, many great Americans who have shaped the arts, sciences, sports, and history of our nation and culture get lost in time. The Great Americans Series of Biographies and Worksheets is an easy-to-read 200-word Biography of just the highlights of each subject's life designed to keep young readers engaged. The Questions page ensures student reading comprehension and grasp of key points. The Vocabulary page introduces and explains new words, phrases, and/or institutions students may not have been familiar with. The Quotes page challenges students to write what a famous quote by the subject means to them. The Great Americans Series is available individually or in bundles, making great bell work. An Answer Key is provided with each worksheet.
Great Americans Series of Biographies - Founding Fathers - Samuel Adams
By Iconic History
As time passes, many great Americans who have shaped the arts, sciences, sports, and history of our nation and culture get lost in time. The Great Americans Series of Biographies and Worksheets is an easy-to-read 200-word Biography of just the highlights of each subject's life designed to keep young readers engaged. The Questions page ensures student reading comprehension and grasp of key points. The Vocabulary page introduces and explains new words, phrases, and/or institutions students may not have been familiar with. The Quotes page challenges students to write what a famous quote by the subject means to them. The Great Americans Series is available individually or in bundles, making great bell work. An Answer Key is provided with each worksheet.
The Home Front in World War II: Crossword Puzzle and Word Search
By Christa Nonnemaker
This Home Front in World War II Crossword Puzzle and Word Search activity will help your students with historical literacy, engage them with the material they are learning and get their brains moving. There are 12 terms so this will be quick but won't take up too much time during the class or it's a great take-home assignment. Answer key included for both the crossword puzzle and the word search.
Please check out my other Teaching Resources about World War II:
*The Japanese-American Experience in World War II: PowerPoint Presentation
*The Japanese-American Experience in World War II: Reading Assignment and Worksheet
*Women in the US Military during World War II: Reading Assignment and Worksheet
*Victory Gardens of World War II: PowerPoint Mini-Lesson
*Victory Gardens during World War II: Analyzing Primary Sources
*The Home Front during World War II: Reading Assignment and Worksheet
More are always being added so check back frequently!
Teddy Roosevelt - Progressive Era: One Page Primary Source Worksheet
By Christa Nonnemaker
Unlock the door to immersive historical exploration with this primary source curriculum resource, designed to captivate and inspire your students!
This Primary Source Worksheet features a passage written by Theodore "Teddy Roosevelt" in American Problems (1910). The passage describes Teddy Roosevelt's attitude toward the changes in the economy and society. Students will be enlightened by learning how Teddy Roosevelt saw "the square deal." Three Questions follow the passage which direct students toward clear understanding of the passage.
On the second page, the passage is enhanced with Meanings and Definitions in order to facilitate and improve understanding. A Differentiated Learning Option is also available for students.
The third page includes Background Information and the Answer Key. This is excellent practice in Analyzing Primary Sources and in identifying author perspective.
Here are some links below for other resources relating to the Progressive Era:
* In Their Own Words: Carrie Chapman Catt
* Progressive Era Women Reading Assignment and Worksheet
* Women's Suffrage Gallery Walk, 1900-1920
If you like World War II historical fiction, I have written a book called Hearts of War about a Nisei soldier who served in the Military Intelligence Service and a woman who served in the Women Army Corps. In writing this book, I wanted to bring an unknown aspect of history to light. Available on Amazon or Kindle and I appreciate any reviews. Young Adult/Adult/Interracial Romance. Thank you! - Christa Nonnemaker (B.A./M.A, History)
LGBTQ or Pride Month Resource People YOU Should Know
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Do you want to support students in learning about their LGBTQ peers? Do you want an inclusive classroom that supports diversity? Then download this LGBTQ or Pride Month People YOU Should Know! From astronauts and artists to politicians and poets, this list of over 80 people is accompanied by brief definitions of the person's major achievements or how they are well-known.
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W.E.B. Du Bois - Progressive Era: One Page Primary Source Worksheet
By Christa Nonnemaker
Unlock the door to immersive historical exploration with this primary source curriculum resource, designed to captivate and inspire your students!
This Primary Source Worksheet features two passages written by W.E.B. Du Bois. One passage discusses the Talented Tenth and the other reveals Du Bois' thoughts on racial issues in the South. Students will be enlightened by Du Bois' attitudes on these subjects. Three Questions follow the passage which direct students toward clear understanding of the passage.
On the second page, the passage is enhanced with Meanings and Definitions in order to facilitate and improve understanding. A Differentiated Learning Option is also available for students.
The third page includes Background Information and the Answer Key. This is excellent practice in Analyzing Primary Sources and in identifying author perspective.
Here are some links below for other resources relating to the Progressive Era:
* In Their Own Words: Carrie Chapman Catt
* Progressive Era Women Reading Assignment and Worksheet
* Women's Suffrage Gallery Walk, 1900-1920
Do you love historical fiction? My novel, Hearts at War, features a white girl and a Japanese-American boy who are childhood friends whose growing attraction to one another in high school will be severed by war, family and social pressures once they enter college. They come of age in California and coincidence will throw them together again in the Pacific theater of war as they both serve in the military. Will they be able face the challenges of war and find a way back to each other? Available on Amazon or Kindle/Kindle Unlimited. Young Adults/Adults/Interracial Romance. I appreciate any reviews! Thank you! - Christa Nonnemaker (B.A./M.A, History)
Victory Gardens in World War II: Reading Worksheet * U.S. History * ELA
By Christa Nonnemaker
This Reading Assignment and Worksheet provides students with a close reading opportunity about the Victory Gardens planted in the United States during World War II. The Victory Gardens helped to feed the nation's people when food was rationed and in short supply.
You may use it to teach F2F or provide as an independent supplemental learning resource. Students might be surprised to find out that there were even Victory Gardens in the Japanese-American internment camps. Victory Gardens provided essential fruits and vegetables to American citizens. It was a wholly volunteer effort and involved youth through adults and became a very successful endeavor during a time of great need.
Please check out my other Teaching Resources about World War II:
*The Japanese-American Experience in World War II: PowerPoint Presentation *The Japanese-American Experience in World War II: Reading Assignment and Worksheet *Women in the US Military during World War II: Reading Assignment and Worksheet *Victory Gardens of World War II: PowerPoint Mini-Lesson *Victory Gardens during World War II: Analyzing Primary Sources *The Home Front in World War II: Crossword Puzzle and Word Search *The Home Front during World War II: Reading Assignment and Worksheet
More are always being added so check back frequently!
If you like World War II historical fiction, I have written a book called Hearts of War about a Nisei soldier who served in the Military Intelligence Service and a woman who served in the Women Army Corps. In writing this book, I wanted to bring an unknown aspect of history to light. Available on Amazon or Kindle and I appreciate any reviews!
Robert M. La Follette - Progressive Era: One Page Primary Source Worksheet
By Christa Nonnemaker
Unlock the door to immersive historical exploration with this primary source curriculum resource, designed to captivate and inspire your students!
This Primary Source Worksheet features a passage written by Robert M. La Follette in La Follette's Autobiography: A Personal Narrative of Political Experiences. The passage describes La Follette's early fight with the state legislature of Wisconsin when he served as governor. Students will be enlightened from learning about this quintessential Progressive Era political conflict. Three Questions follow the passage which direct students toward clear understanding of the passage.
On the second page, the passage is enhanced with Meanings and Definitions in order to facilitate and improve understanding. A Differentiated Learning Option is also available for students.
The third page includes Background Information and the Answer Key. This is excellent practice in Analyzing Primary Sources and in identifying author perspective.
Here are some links below for other resources relating to the Progressive Era:
* In Their Own Words: Carrie Chapman Catt
* Progressive Era Women Reading Assignment and Worksheet
* Women's Suffrage Gallery Walk, 1900-1920
Do you like World War II historical fiction? Hearts of War is about a Nisei soldier who served in the Military Intelligence Service and a woman who served in the Women Army Corps. In writing this book, I wanted to bring an unknown aspect of history to light. Available on Amazon or Kindle Unlimited and I appreciate any reviews. Young Adult/Adult/Interracial Romance. Thank you! - Christa Nonnemaker (B.A./M.A, History)
Gifford Pinchot - Progressive Era: One Page Primary Source Worksheet
By Christa Nonnemaker
Unlock the door to immersive historical exploration with this primary source curriculum resource, designed to captivate and inspire your students!
This Primary Source Worksheet features a passage written by Gifford Pinchot, first head of the U.S. Forestry Service. The passage details Pinchot's three principles of conservation. Students will be enlightened by Pinchot's attitudes on these subjects. Four Questions follow the passage which direct students toward clear understanding of the passage.
On the second page, the passage is enhanced with Meanings and Definitions in order to facilitate and improve understanding. A Differentiated Learning Option is also available for students.
The third page includes Background Information and the Answer Key. This is excellent practice in Analyzing Primary Sources and in identifying author perspective.
Here are some links below for other resources relating to the Progressive Era:
* In Their Own Words: Robert M. La Follette
* In Their Own Words: W.E.B. Du Bois
* Women's Suffrage Gallery Walk, 1900-1920
Do you love historical fiction? My novel, Hearts at War, features a white girl and a Japanese-American boy who are childhood friends whose growing attraction to one another in high school will be severed by war, family and social pressures once they enter college. They come of age in California and coincidence will throw them together again in the Pacific theater of war as they both serve in the military. Will they be able face the challenges of war and find a way back to each other? Available on Amazon or Kindle/Kindle Unlimited. Young Adults/Adults/Interracial Romance. I appreciate any reviews! Thank you! - Christa Nonnemaker (B.A./M.A, History)
Carrie Chapman Catt: Women's Suffrage - One Page Primary Source Worksheet
By Christa Nonnemaker
Unlock the door to immersive historical exploration with this primary source curriculum resource, designed to captivate and inspire your students!
This primary source Worksheet features a passage written by Carrie Chapman Catt in Woman Suffrage and Politics. The passage describes the 1913 suffrage parade in Washington, D.C. Students will enjoy learning about this famous event. Two Questions follow the Guided Reading.
On the second page, the passage is enhanced with Meanings and Definitions in order to facilitate and improve understanding. A Differentiated Learning Option is also available for students.
The third page includes Background Information and the Answer Key. This is excellent practice in analyzing Primary Sources and in identifying author perspective.
Here are some links below for other resources relating to the Women's Suffrage Movement:
* Women's Suffrage Reading Assignment and Worksheet
* Women's Suffrage Power Point Lesson
* Women's Suffrage DBQ's and Primary Sources
Or all three of the above in the bundle below:
* Women's Suffrage Teaching Bundle
And the following resource which includes wonderful photos of the suffrage parade referenced in the passage!
* Women's Suffrage Gallery Walk, 1900-1920
Do you love historical fiction? My novel, Hearts at War, features a white girl and a Japanese-American boy who are childhood friends whose growing attraction to one another in high school will be severed by war, family and social pressures once they enter college. They come of age in California and coincidence will throw them together again in the Pacific theater of war as they both serve in the military. Will they be able face the challenges of war and find a way back to each other? Available on Amazon or Kindle/Kindle Unlimited. Young Adults/Adults/Interracial Romance. I appreciate any reviews! Thank you! - Christa Nonnemaker (B.A./M.A, History)
World War II - U.S. and World History Crossword Puzzle and Word Search
By The Classroom Globetrotter
Use this crossword and word search combo to review key terms relating to World War II!
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