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Fall Bundle of 40 Close Reading Passages | Digital & Print | 5th & 6th Grade
By Creative Primary Literacy
A Google Forms reading comprehension bundle with forty individual activities about key events in September, October, November and December, or famous figures that were either born or died in the fall. The activities, which come in PDF format too, have an informational text with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task, are about the following people or topics:
The NO PREP informational text activities are ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resources, which also come in PDF format, allow students to learn key facts about the famous people or topics whilst working on their comprehension skills.
Included in each of the forty activities:
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This resource bundle is great for:
These activities are online resources, that use Google Forms, and are linked to your Google Drive. They can be completed by students online using tablets, phones or computers, and are easily assessed by teachers as all the answers are provided in a quick and easy format.
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Time allowance to complete each activity:
5-10 minutes - read through the text individually.
40-50 minutes - answer questions using the text as guidance (including extension activity)
Time allowance to assess:
A class set of activities might take around 15-20 minutes to mark; the teacher can then send the students their marks automatically, which allows them to read back through their work. Nearly all answers are not automatically generated, but only require a small amount of work to assign points. This is because the aim is to get students writing answers and not to just have multiple choice options.
Please ensure when you download this resource into Google Drive that you are logged in to the gmail account where you wish to store the activity. In the past teachers have downloaded resources into their school account in error. Thanks :)
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Preamble of the Constitution Reveal Activity: Google Sheets
By Colleen Burdette
We the People:
This activity concerning the Preamble of the Constitution is a quick review for students. Great for early finishers, bell ringers, or test review.
Students will review the phrases in the Preamble of the Constitution and place them in the correct order by numbering them. As students number the phrases correctly, a meme will be revealed. So, the activity is self-checking.
For a full set of Constitution activities check out this product:
RATIFYING THE CONSTITUTION STATIONS
Aligns with Indiana Social Studies Standard 5.C.1.
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World War I Outbreak Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 5th & 6th Grade
By Creative Primary Literacy
A Google Forms close reading activity with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the outbreak of World War 1 in Europe. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about the start of the war whilst working on their comprehension skills.
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This activity is part of our World War 1 Close Reading Digital & Print Bundle; the bundle has six activities that timeline the war.
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This resource is great for:
This activity is an online resource, that uses Google Forms, and is linked to your Google Drive. It can be completed by students online using tablets, phones or computers, and is easily assessed by teachers as all the answers are provided in a quick and easy format.
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Time allowance to complete:
5-10 minutes - read through the text individually.
40-50 minutes - answer questions using the text as guidance (including extension activity)
Time allowance to assess:
A class set of activities might take around 15-20 minutes to mark; the teacher can then send the students their marks automatically, which allows them to read back through their work. Nearly all answers are not automatically generated, but only require a small amount of work to assign points. This is because the aim is to get students writing answers and not to just have multiple choice options.
Please ensure when you download this resource into Google Drive that you are logged in to the gmail account where you wish to store the activity. In the past teachers have downloaded resources into their school account in error. Thanks :)
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Outbreak of WW2 Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
By Creative Primary Literacy
A World War 2 Google Forms close reading activity with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the outbreak of World War II (World War 2) in Europe. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about the start of World War 2 whilst working on their comprehension skills.
Included in this resource:
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This resource is great for:
This activity is an online resource, that uses Google Forms, and is linked to your Google Drive. It can be completed by students online using tablets, phones or computers, and is easily assessed by teachers as all the answers are provided in a quick and easy format.
This resource is part of of the World War 2 Close Reading Activity Digital & Print Bundle which contains 10 individual digital informational text activities that timeline the war.
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Time allowance to complete:
5-10 minutes - read through the text individually.
40-50 minutes - answer questions using the text as guidance (including extension activity)
Time allowance to assess:
A class set of activities might take around 15-20 minutes to mark; the teacher can then send the students their marks automatically, which allows them to read back through their work. Nearly all answers are not automatically generated, but only require a small amount of work to assign points. This is because the aim is to get students writing answers and not to just have multiple choice options.
Please ensure when you download this resource into Google Drive that you are logged in to the gmail account where you wish to store the activity. In the past teachers have downloaded resources into their school account in error. Thanks :)
Other similar or relevant resources:
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World Cultures Where Am I Visiting? Europe Edition | NO PREP Worksheet
By Holly O'Hara
This is a great option for early finishers, review over Europe, an assignment that can be left for a substitute, or a worksheet that can be quickly copied and distributed to students when you're in a pinch.
The students will use the clues to figure out which European country they are visiting.
I designed this with the intention that students do online research and have access to a map of the region.
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Hirohito Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
By Creative Primary Literacy
A World War 2 Google Forms close reading activity with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the emperor of Japan during World War II, Hirohito. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about the famous figure whilst working on their comprehension skills.
Included in this resource:
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This resource is great for:
This activity is an online resource, that uses Google Forms, and is linked to your Google Drive. It can be completed by students online using tablets, phones or computers, and is easily assessed by teachers as all the answers are provided in a quick and easy format.
This activity is part of our World War 2 Leaders Close Reading Digital & Print Bundle; the bundle has six activities about Winston Churchill, Adolf Hitler, Franklin Roosevelt, Joseph Stalin, Benito Mussolini and Hirohito.
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Time allowance to complete:
5-10 minutes - read through the text individually.
40-50 minutes - answer questions using the text as guidance (including extension activity)
Time allowance to assess:
A class set of activities might take around 15-20 minutes to mark; the teacher can then send the students their marks automatically, which allows them to read back through their work. Nearly all answers are not automatically generated, but only require a small amount of work to assign points. This is because the aim is to get students writing answers and not to just have multiple choice options.
Please ensure when you download this resource into Google Drive that you are logged in to the gmail account where you wish to store the activity. In the past teachers have downloaded resources into their school account in error. Thanks :)
Other similar or relevant resources:
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Charter of the Colonies: Picture Reveal--5th grade Studies Weekly Week 12
By Colleen Burdette
Make rote memorization more engaging:
Students enjoy this engaging activity to practice naming the charter of the 13 colonies. Students are asked to name the charter (proprietary, company, or royal) of each colony. This information helps students understand why colonies developed in the way that they did.
Students have fun revealing the picture created using correct answers.
Self-checking as image is revealed by correct answers.
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Bill of Rights/Dec. of Ind. Grievances Reveal: 5th Studies Weekly Week 29
By Colleen Burdette
Engaging way to connect to the Bill of Rights:
Students will complete an activity making connects between the Declaration of Independence Grievances and the Bill of Rights. In the activity, students will be presented with a grievance and will have to enter the number of the Amendment it inspired.
Correct answers will reveal an image.
Easy to assign in Google Classroom or Google Drive.
This aligns with Indiana 5th Grade Social Studies Standard 5.H.16.
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Thirteen Colonies by Region: Picture Reveal--5th Grade Studies Weekly Week 14
By Colleen Burdette
Make rote memorization more engaging:
Students enjoy this engaging activity to practice telling the region of the colony when given the colonies' name. Colonies are listed alphabetically, students enter either New England, Middle, or Southern as the region to which the colony belongs.
Students have fun revealing the picture created using correct answers. The extra challenge is that correct spelling is necessary for the image to be revealed.
Self-checking as image is revealed by correct answers.
Activity aligns with Indiana Social Studies Standard 5.H.7.
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Ancient Kush (Nubia) Trade Game
By Colleen Burdette
Review the trade products of Kush (Nubia):
Students will play a game while reviewing the trade resources of the Kingdom of Kush (Nubia). They will be engaged with a partner or group while trying to have a successful trade career.
This can be completed as a physical game or a digital game. Both games will require the teacher to provide a 6-sided die. The print game will require the teacher to provide game pawns for each student.
Follow up questions increase rigor and allows students to create connections to their own lives.
Aligns with Indiana Social Studies Standard: 6.G.4. and 6th grade Studies Weekly Week 8.
This game can be found in my African Kingdoms Escape Room.
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Holocaust - Elie Wiesel - Night - Primary Source Reading & Discussion Questions
By The Classroom Globetrotter
Engage your students with this thought-provoking worksheet, designed to deepen their understanding of Elie Wiesel’s experiences as described in his memoir, Night. Through a powerful excerpt and historical background, students will explore themes of dehumanization, fear, and resilience. This worksheet includes comprehension questions that encourage critical thinking, helping students connect with the text and reflect on the impact of the Holocaust. Perfect for both print and Google Doc formats, this resource is ideal for middle and high school classrooms studying Holocaust literature, memoirs, or themes of social justice.
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Empower your students to think critically and compassionately as they engage with this moving piece of history.
What Kind of "Great" was Alexander Research Project: 6th Studies Weekly Week 12
By Colleen Burdette
Research Alexander the Great and decide:
Students will research Alexander the Great and then decide if he was great good or great bad. They will use a graphic organizer to organize their data and then present their position.
Students can complete a poster, Google Slide presentation, essay, or debate. Printable information/instruction sheets are provided for each project. A digital version includes information and instructions for the Google Slide activity.
Students will be practice making informed opinions based on research.
Follow up questions increase rigor and help students make connections.
Aligns with Indiana Social Studies Standard 6.H.1.
Students will research Alexander the Great and determine if he was "great good" or "great bad", then they will present their position.
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Timeline: Battles that Continued after Yorktown- 5th Studies Weekly Week 26
By Colleen Burdette
The Surrender was not the end:
Students will explore the fact that although Cornwallis surrendered, the Revolutionary War did not end. They will research major events that occurred between the surrender and the British and Loyalists evacuating from America.
Students are given dates and events. They will have to manipulate (either with paper or digitally) the events to match the dates given on the timeline.
This activity aligns with 5th grade Studies Weekly Week 26.
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Egyptian Era Timeline - Making Inferences: 6th Grade Studies Weekly Week 7
By Colleen Burdette
Practice making inferences while studying Ancient Egypt:
Students will use clues provided on a timeline to determine which Ancient Egyptian Era is being described. Teachers could choose to allow students to use references to help complete the timeline.
This is a great review activity that would be best completed with a partner or small group. Students need to practice how to make inferences and this is a great way to do that.
Students can complete the timeline as a cut and paste activity or a digital Google Slide activity. Follow up questions increase rigor and help students make connections.
Aligns with Indiana Social Studies Standard 6.H.1.
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Fact/Opinion Color Sheet: 5th Grade Studies Weekly Week 2
By Colleen Burdette
Determine between fact and opinion:
Being able to determine between fact and opinion is an important skill especially when it comes to researching a topic. Students will practice this skill and color an image based on which statements are facts and which are opinions.
This activity can be used for individual students, partners, groups, or as centers. The digital version is easy to assign and self checking.
Rigor is added through the follow up questions. These help students reflect on the importance of recognizing if statements are facts or opinions. These can be assigned to early finishers, as a written assignment, or used as class discussion starters.
Answer Keys are provided.
Aligns with 5th Studies Weekly Week 2.
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Indigenous People's Regional Dwellings Project--5th grade Studies Weekly Week 6
By Colleen Burdette
Project with variety:
Teachers will have three different approaches to choose from to complete this project concerning the regional dwellings of Indigenous People of North America. Students will research an assigned region in order to complete a project concerning family dwellings. Directions are provided for models, posters, or Google Slides.
Students will answer questions concerning their research and reach conclusions based on their information. These questions increases rigor.
Students will have an opportunity to present the information gained with their classmates.
Students will use their creativity to create the project.
This project aligns with Indiana Social Studies Standards 5.H.3 and 5.G.7.
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Bill of Rights Four Corners Review: 5th grade studies Weekly Week 29
By Colleen Burdette
Actively Review the Bill of Rights:
Students will get up and move in this review of their knowledge of the Bill of Rights. They will determine which Amendment of the Bill of Rights is being described. Students will be presented with a right and will have to choose which of four choices of Amendments. The students choose their answers by moving to a corner labeled with the number of their choice.
Directions for the activity and options for area posters or individual card sets are provided.
This activity aligns with Indiana Social Studies Standard 5.H.16.
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Social Studies Lenses and their Point of View: 5th Grade Studies Weekly Week 1
By Colleen Burdette
Students will look at Social Studies through a different lens:
Students will research the different occupational uses for social studies specifically in from the lenses (the fields) of:
Students will use their research to write a supporting question from the point of view of their assigned lens. This is great practice to find the usefulness of social studies along a variety of fields. Students will be given a compelling question dealing with indigenous peoples in the United States from which to craft their supporting question.
Students will also be able to put their own stamp on their infographic by adding creative touches. This is true for both the print and digital version of this activity.
Follow up questions are great for early finishers, written assignment, or class discussion.
This product aligns with 5th Grade Studies Weekly Week 1.
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Major Battles of World War II - U.S. and World History Research Assignment
By The Classroom Globetrotter
Engage Your Students in the Key World War II Battles with This Research Assignment!
Dive deep into the critical battles of World War II with this comprehensive U.S. and World History research assignment. Perfect for middle and high school students, this resource guides learners through the most significant military conflicts that shaped the course of WWII. Through independent research, students will investigate the causes, outcomes, and strategic significance of these key battles.
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Celebrating Women's History Month: Learning About Incredible Women!
By Inspired By MlG
Join us this Women's History Month as we honor and celebrate the incredible achievements of women throughout history. From trailblazing activists and scientists to innovative artists and leaders, there is so much to learn and be inspired by. Discover the stories of these amazing women who have shaped our world and continue to pave the way for future generations. Whether you're a teacher looking for resources or simply curious to learn more, our curated content will educate and empower you. Let's celebrate the resilience, strength, and brilliance of women this Women's History Month!
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