$5 - $10 12th Grade Social Studies & History Cultural Activities

This lesson is easy enough for 5th graders to understand yet works well with students up to grade 12. Modifications can be made as needed.

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Students will find this Antarctica Scavenger Hunt activity fun and motivating, and it will encourage students to examine the physical, political, economic, and cultural characteristics of Antarctica. This is the perfect activity to introduce and begin your Antarctica unit.

For this Antarctica activity, provide each student with a student activity sheet. Students will work in cooperative groups of two to four, depending on your class and ability and experience in working in cooperative groups.

INCLUDES:

• Student Scavenger Packet with map and graphic organizer
• Teacher Guide and Answer Sheet
• Type of Geography Chart

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"Transcending: Voices of Triumph" is a groundbreaking collection of narratives that shines a light on the lives of 20 extraordinary transgender individuals who have risen above challenges to excel in various fields. From artists to activists, scientists to politicians, each story is a testament to the strength, resilience, and brilliance of the transgender community.

This book takes you on an inspiring journey through diverse experiences and backgrounds, showcasing how each individual has not only navigated their personal transitions but also made significant contributions to society. Their stories are ones of courage, determination, and triumph over adversity, offering powerful insights into the human spirit.

These are the 20:

Elliot Page - An Oscar-nominated actor known for roles in films like "Juno" and "Inception." He came out as transgender in 2020 and has since been an outspoken advocate for transgender rights.

Dr. Rachel Levine - A physician and professor of pediatrics and psychiatry, Dr. Levine is the first openly transgender federal official to be confirmed by the Senate in the United States. She serves as the Assistant Secretary for Health.

Sarah McBride - An American politician and activist, Sarah McBride is the first openly transgender state senator in the United States, serving in the Delaware Senate.

Lana Wachowski - Co-director of the "Matrix" trilogy and "Cloud Atlas," Lana Wachowski is a film director, writer, and producer. She transitioned in the early 2010s and has been open about her experiences as a transgender woman.

Martine Rothblatt - She is a lawyer, author, and entrepreneur, best known for her role in founding several biotechnology companies, including United Therapeutics, and for her earlier work in satellite communications.

Saskia Wieringa (Uganda) - A prominent academic and activist, Saskia Wieringa has worked extensively on gender and sexuality issues, particularly focusing on the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals in African societies.

Kalki Subramaniam (India) - An activist, artist, and actor, Kalki Subramaniam is a transgender rights activist and founder of Sahodari Foundation, an organization that supports transgender people in India.

Aderet (Israel) - A pop singer known for her unique voice and style, Aderet is a transgender woman who has gained popularity in Israel's music scene.

Tiara Mack (Zimbabwe) - Born in Zimbabwe and raised in the United States, Tiara Mack is a politician and activist. She is known for being the first openly queer Black woman in the Rhode Island Senate.

Ricki Kgositau (Botswana) - A transgender activist, Ricki Kgositau has been instrumental in advocating for transgender rights in Botswana, including a landmark case that allowed for the legal recognition of gender identity.

Lea T (Brazil) - Born in Brazil, Lea T is a well-known fashion model. She has been a muse for Givenchy and has been featured in numerous high-profile fashion campaigns and magazines.

Nisha Ayub - Nisha Ayub is a prominent Malaysian transgender rights activist. She has been a vocal advocate for the transgender community in Malaysia, a country where LGBTQ+ rights are still very much a contentious issue. Nisha co-founded SEED Malaysia, the country's first transgender-led organization, and has worked tirelessly to support the health and legal rights of transgender people in Malaysia.

Vladimir Luxuria (Italy) - A politician, actress, and television host, Vladimir Luxuria was the first openly transgender member of Parliament in Europe, representing the Communist Refoundation Party in Italy.

Jordan Raskopoulos (Australia) - A comedian, actor, and lead singer of the comedy rock band The Axis of Awesome, Jordan Raskopoulos came out as a transgender woman in 2016 and has been an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights.

Eddie Izzard (United Kingdom) - A stand-up comedian, actor, and writer, Eddie Izzard has had a successful career in comedy and film. Izzard identifies as gender fluid and transgender and has been a vocal advocate for transgender rights.

Jin Xing is a highly celebrated figure, not only as an entrepreneur but also as a dancer, choreographer, and television personality. She is often hailed as one of the first publicly recognized transgender individuals in China.

Kim Petras (Germany) - A pop singer and songwriter, Kim Petras has gained international recognition for her music. She underwent gender transition at a young age and has been open about her experiences as a transgender woman.

Valentina Sampaio (Brazil) - Although primarily known as a model, Valentina Sampaio has also made strides in acting. She is notable for being the first openly transgender model to work for Victoria's Secret and has been a vocal advocate for transgender rights.

Jake Zyrus (Philippines) - Formerly known as Charice Pempengco, Jake Zyrus is a singer who gained international fame through YouTube. He came out as a transgender man in 2017 and has continued his successful music career.

Cleopatra Kambugu (Uganda) - A biochemist and transgender rights activist, Cleopatra Kambugu has been featured in documentaries and has been a vocal advocate for transgender rights in Uganda.

All images in this book are representations of the individuals and not actual photos of the person

This engaging and **enjoyable **activity is designed to motivate students to **review the content **before an assessment on Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. Through this Ancient Studies game, students will be prepared for the end of the unit. Or, choose to use this as an end-of-unit alternative assessment. Allow students to use their notes, andtextbooks or simply have them answer game questions to see what knowledge they have retained.

Students will be able to identify:

• Mesopotamia and Ancient Egypt on a world map.
• Students will be able to identify the geographic locations of the Middle East and North Africa.
• Students will identify the Nile, Tigris, and Euphrates Rivers on a world map and explain why early civilizations developed in those areas.
• Students will compare and contrast human migration influenced by ancient river valleys.
• Students will examine Hammurabi’s code and its significance in the development of an organized government system.
• Students will put in correct sequential order the mummification process used in Ancient Egypt.
• Students will explore the details surrounding the murder of King Tut.

This resource includes both a PDF and a Word document (docx format) that can easily be modified for use in social studies, science, math, language arts, and various other subjects. You can save the game sheet in Word and reuse it throughout the year simply by changing the questions to match the specific content you are studying. Students will have fun while reviewing, keeping them engaged in the process.

While modifying this activity requires creating your own study questions, it can serve as a valuable resource for many years to come.

INCLUDES EDITABLE WORD VERSION

Not to be duplicated, shared, reproduced,** or sold in any form. This is a teacher-created produced under the copyright of Geography & Math Made Easy**

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Permissions are given to the purchaser to make modifications to the game board using the Word document provided in the zip file. No other modifications may be made to this document.

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Total Pages

6 pages

Answer Key

Included

Teaching Duration

1 hour

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In our global society, our students need to understand how **cultures are developed **and how they adapt to and adopt practices and beliefs from others through cultural diffusion. As students understand cultures vs subcultures, it will help them navigate and appreciate the diverse world we live in. In this lesson, students will look at "the American culture" vs its subcultures.

Students will enjoy working in **cooperative groups **to create a collage that illustrates various American subcultures. This activity will require them to use **higher-order thinking skills **as they analyze, compare, and evaluate American culture alongside its subcultures.

Additionally, students will complete a short preliminary assignment in which they will interpret a political cartoon. This approach caters to** visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners** in grades 5 through 12, ensuring that even older students will find it engaging!

Disclaimer:

One purchase is for the use of one teacher. If additional teachers would like to use this product, please purchase additional licenses.

In our global society, our students need to understand how **cultures are developed **and how they adapt to and adopt practices and beliefs from others through cultural diffusion. As students understand cultures vs subcultures, it will help them navigate and appreciate the diverse world we live in. In this lesson, students will look at "the American culture" vs its subcultures.

Students will enjoy working in **cooperative groups **to create a collage that illustrates various American subcultures. This activity will require them to use **higher-order thinking skills **as they analyze, compare, and evaluate American culture alongside its subcultures.

Additionally, students will complete a short preliminary assignment in which they will interpret a political cartoon. This approach caters to** visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners** in grades 5 through 12, ensuring that even older students will find it engaging!

Disclaimer:

One purchase is for the use of one teacher. If additional teachers would like to use this product, please purchase additional licenses.

This is a great way to get students moving, collaborating and learning about Latin America Geography! This lesson/activity encourage students to develop higher-level thinking skills. The more they practice, the better their thinking strategies will become.

Students will complete a K-W-L Chart prior to the lesson while watching a suggested Intro video to peak their interest.

Students will work in teams and will rotate around (like a carousel) from one picture to another, spending 1-2 minutes at each and brainstorming the answers to the questions on each. Students will write their ideas on the chart paper at each station. Allow students add additional knowledge/terms to the chart if they wish. This will act as an extension of their learning.

Students will develop a one sentence summary of the main ideas and present it to the class. Students will be given blank maps to fill in the ideas presented as a listening/comprehension activity.

This lesson includes:

°Printable K-W-L Chart

°Teacher Instruction and Assessment Guide

°12 pages of printable photos for stations

°Suggested articles and videos

°23 pages of instruction, printables, assessment guide, suggested

additional resources.

°Includes introductory activity, class activity, whole class instruction

activity, and closure activity.

It is at the teachers discretion on how to assess the students understanding and knowledge gained.

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This fun, captivating and informative Easter geography lesson includes 36 cards focusing on Everything Easter from religion to historical and present-day traditions to fun facts about how Easter beliefs and traditions are related to various countries and cultures. Students will have a great time interacting and learning about how Easter came about.

The lesson begins with a cooperative learning activity where students receive reading packets and participate in a reading circle activity within their team passing along a candy-filled Easter egg!

Students will work in their cooperative teams, competing against other teams by answering question cards and filling in their informational charts. Through this process, students will choose a card, answer it, write it in their group chart, and move on to the next card until all squares are answered or time is up! They will have a blast while learning about how Easter is viewed and celebrated around the world**.**

This lesson includes:

°Detailed teacher instructions: Introduction, procedure & closure

°Everything Easter Game with 36 aesthetic cards and a game chart.

°Teacher answer key

°Helpful websites

°Articles in PDF form for print.

☑ For secondary — middle school and high school students

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