$5 - $10 7th Grade U.S. History Resources

The Amendments to the US Constitution are an integral part of American History and Civics courses. This bundle includes multiple ways for students to engage with and critically think about the Amendments to the US Constitution.

Specifically, this bundle includes:

• 3 Constitutional Amendments Maze Activities (and answer keys)
• 8 Constitutional Amendments Writing Prompts
• Constitutional Amendments Cut and Paste (and answer key)
• Bill of Rights in My Own Words Worksheet

And the 90 Second Social Studies Amendments Bundle

• My Amendments Notebook
• 90 Second Social Studies Presentation Template
• Teaching Guide (teacher reference guide, student sign up sheet, two presentation rubrics)

*all resources are in full color and have an additional printer friendly version

This bundle can be used for:

• First Week Activities
• Formative assessment
• Extension activities
• Centers activity
• Review
• Homework
• Subplans
• Anywhere you want to teach or review the Constitutional Amendments

This Texas History Bundle includes notes over The Republic of Texas and the Early Statehood of Texas, and a Republic of Texas and Early Statehood Crossword Puzzle.

A FUN WAY TO STUDY 20TH-CENTURY PEOPLE AND EVENTS!

Save yourself hours and hours of planning with this all-in-one, ready-to-use lesson.

** A zip file reader is needed to open the file**

Students will love this study! This lesson engages students with the incorporation of music, collaboration, and student autonomy and choice. All lessons can be modified for grades 6-12 to meet the learning abilities and levels of the students you teach, from class to class or year to year.

Through this lesson, students will view a PowerPoint and use the Bingo Listening Guide as the introduction to the lesson, Students will experience Billy Joel's 1989 Hit: We Didn't Start The Fire which depicts major events and people who influence the 20th Century. Then they will move on to continue to work in collaborative groups choosing which person or event from the 20th Century they wish to study, using the 20th Century Timeline Event Cards. Students will participate in research and a class presentation, then post their events on the wall to create a timeline of events.

This lesson took 15+ hours to plan, design, and tweaked.

INCLUDES

· Introduction PowerPoint (54 slides with music that can be removed)

· Detailed written instruction for the teacher: Introduction, procedure, wrap-up and
more!

· PowerPoint Bingo Listening Guides (3 variations)

· Copies of Song Lyrics - copies for groups

· Sound system to play the song by American Musician Billy Joel: We Didn’t Start the
Fire. The song can be easily found on YouTube

· 20th Century Timeline Event Cards (People & Events)

· Research material and access to the Internet

· Tape - used to place the notecards on the walls of the classroom in the form of a
timeline.

· Grading Rubric

· Exit Cards

And More!

Disclaimer:

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

Protest Worksheets | Protest Activities | Civil Rights Movement | Civil Rights

This resource is also included in the following discounted Bundles:

• Protest BUNDLE
• ELA/SEL MEGA BUNDLE

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ABOUT THIS RESOURCE

★ Protest Activities

★ 29 pages

★ Suitable for Middle and High School Students

★ Print and Digital (PDF and Google Slides)

★ Editable version included

This resource includes:

★ 12 Protest Graphic Organizers (PDF, Google Slides, and EDITABLE)

★ 5 ANSWER KEYS

★ Google Slide Links

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This resource is also included in Google Slides! Text boxes have already been created to make it easier for you and your students! Each worksheet slide includes two instruction solution tabs for when students accidentally delete text boxes and when they want to zoom in (to enlarge worksheets). It's super helpful for students who are not that familiar with how to use Google Slides or need the extra assistance.
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❤ This resource includes 12 Protest Activities and Graphic Organizers to help students examine and analyze the purpose of protests, causes and effects of protesting, the difference between violent and non-violent protesting, whether the advantages of peaceful protesting outweigh violent protesting, and how protesting can make a difference in addressing the problems our society faces.

❤ These activities can foster great discussions and help students explore questions like “What is the root cause of violence?” “Are nonviolent protests always the best way to achieve change?”, “Is violence ever justified?”, “What factors make protests effective?”, etc.

❤ These activities are also designed to help students analyze past and current protests and demonstrations and consider actions they might take around the issues they care about. Students have opportunities to reflect about what can make their voices uniquely powerful as well as how they can have a real impact on society.

❤ The activities contain breath-taking borders, fonts, and clipart to appeal to your students and make the display of students’ work on bulletin boards visually appealing.

❤ These graphic organizers will make a great addition to ANY LESSON!

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✅ Editable versions are also included. Kindly note that the editable versions do not have the same page borders and fonts as the activities in the PDF and Google Slides versions due to copyright terms by other contributing artists. The fonts included in the editable versions are TimesNewRoman and Calibri to ensure that they are organized and accessible to you. You may change borders, fonts, texts, images as you wish to meet the needs of your students!!

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The Protest Graphic Organizers feature the following topics:

⭐ Peaceful vs. Violent Forms of Protests (and ANSWER KEY)

⭐ Effects of Peaceful and Violent Protests (and ANSWER KEY)

⭐ Advantages vs. Disadvantages of Non-Violent and Violent Protests (and ANSWER KEY)

⭐ Examining Protests and Demonstrations

⭐ Why Protesters Resort to Violence – Causes and Triggers

⭐ Your Perspective on Protesting

⭐ Comparing Protests Venn Diagram (You choose protests to analyze)

⭐ 2 Protest Details

⭐ Making Inferences About Protests (under study) and Citing Evidence

⭐ 2 Protest Tactics and Outcomes

Lesson plans are not included. You can use these activities in addition to your own lesson plans and in such a way that best meets the needs of your students.

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❤️ Protest BUNDLE

❤️ Racism Question Task Cards and Worksheets

❤️ Protest Question Task Cards and Worksheets

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The best way to teach vocabulary to kids is by playing educational games.

In this bundle you will get:

• Moon Phases Word Search Puzzle Activity Worksheet Fun Back To School Ressource
• Moon Landing Day Word Search Puzzle Worksheet - Activity Games For Kids
• Days of The Week Word Search Puzzle Worksheet
• Months of The Year Word Search Puzzle Worksheet
• BIG Summer Vacation Fun Word Search Worksheet - End of School Year Activity
• Classroom Objects Word Search - Back To School Students Activities Worksheets
• 118 Beach Related Words Word Search Puzzles - End of School Activity Worksheets
• 10 Summer Vocabulary Word Search Puzzles Worksheets Activity - 100 Word to Find
• Halloween October Word Search Vocabulary Activity Worksheets
• Fourth (4th) of July Word Search Puzzle Activity Worksheet | 63 Word to Find
• Spanish Days of The Week Word Search Puzzle Worksheet
• Italian Days of The Week Word Search Puzzle Worksheet
• French Days of The Week Word Search Puzzle Worksheet

Also, I'm open to suggestions about other word searches to add to this set.

Note: This product is not for resale and absolutely not for Commercial Use.

If you have any requests we can help.

Engage Students with an In-Depth Exploration of the Industrial Revolution!

This comprehensive Industrial Revolution Activity Bundle offers a variety of engaging activities and resources to help students dive deep into the key events, inventions, and societal changes of the Industrial Revolution. Designed for both US History and World History classrooms, this bundle provides everything you need to bring the period of industrialization to life.

Perfect for middle and high school history classes, this resource will guide your students through the major innovations, key figures, and social impacts that defined the Industrial Revolution in both the United States and Europe.

What’s Included:

• Reading Passages, Notes, & Worksheets: Detailed reading passages paired with comprehension questions to ensure students understand key concepts.
• Graphic Organizers: Visual tools that help students organize and connect important information about inventions, social changes, and economic shifts.
• Best-Selling Interactive Activities: Engage students with hands-on learning through puzzles and interactive classroom games!

BUNDLE Holidays and Themes Writing Prompts for 7th-9th Grade | Engaging Middle School and Junior High Writing Activities

This collection of engaging writing prompts is designed to help students express themselves, explore new ideas, and develop their writing skills in a fun and inspiring way.
What’s Inside?

• 408 Poetry Prompts
• 306 Creative Writing Prompts
• No Prep Needed

Educational Benefits

• Enhances Writing Skills: Students practice and improve their writing skills through structured and creative exercises.
• Encourages Self-Expression: Prompts provide an outlet for students to express their thoughts, feelings, and ideas, fostering a sense of individuality and confidence.
• Stimulates Creativity: Diverse and imaginative prompts inspire students to think outside the box and explore new ways of writing.

Perfect for Various Settings
This versatile resource is ideal for:

• Classroom Activities: Use as part of your regular writing curriculum, in writing centers, or as warm-up exercises.
• Homework Assignments: Assign as homework to reinforce classroom learning and encourage creative writing at home.
• Supplemental Practice: Great for extra practice, early finishers, or as enrichment activities.
• Home Learning: Perfect for parents looking for engaging and educational activities to support their child's writing development.

Holidays and Themes Included:

1. 4th of July/USA
2. American Symbols
3. Arctic Animals
4. Around the World
5. Asian American History
6. Back to School
7. Beach/Ocean
8. Black History
9. Camping
10. Christmas
11. Cooking/Baking
12. Earth Day
13. Easter
14. Election
15. End of School Year/Summer
16. Fall
17. Farm
18. Father's Day
19. Groundhog Day
20. Halloween
21. Memorial Day
22. Mother's Day
23. Presidents' Day
24. Seasons
25. Space
26. Spring
27. St. Patrick's Day
28. Thanksgiving
29. Valentine's Day
30. Weather
31. Winter
32. Winter Holidays
33. Women's History
34. Zoo

It's 1901, and Anthony Lucas needs investors for finding oil at the Spindletop Oilfield--will your students invest after they learn about the first gusher in Texas? In comic book format for fun learning and comes with comic templates for students to fill in their own dialogues and facts. Includes: Joseph Sayers, 1901 Governor of Texas Comparison before and after the oil boom Blank Check Format Stock Certificate to Fill In Newspaper Template Drilling Bit Striking Oil Gusher Wildcat Boll Weevil Roughneck Population Explosion Chart Drilling Rig and Labeled Parts US and World Map with Oil Contributions Advertisement Boomtown Changes to Beaumont Infrastructure Timeline of the Spindletop Gusher Great way to combine history/social studies and science with writing skills and concepts! Fun historical comic book to make and fill in after reviewing basic facts and timelines. Can be used for introductions to 1901, drilling, geology, time period, basic Texas history facts, assessment, and more...

Puzzles are the best activities for brain teasing labyrinths, these exercises support learning through play by developing concentration and problem solving skills.

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• ( PDF + PNG Files )

• Large 8.5'' x 11'' designs that can easily be printed on regular sized paper

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• Unlimited prints

• Great for kids, boys and girls

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• This item comes as a high-resolution PDF + PNG files that you can download straight after purchasing.

• You can print as many copies as you want.

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This bundle features six engaging assignments, each exploring key themes from this important era in U.S. history.

Designed for 7th-grade students, these activities are thoughtfully crafted to enhance learning and comprehension.

Be sure to visit my store for more resources covering other eras of U.S. history!

This bundle contains digital resources, either on Google Forms or Google Slides, that link to your Google Drive. It contains an American Revolutionary War digital timeline research and sorting activity; a digital close reading activity about the war; and a digital informational text writing unit. 6 Online Lessons, or 6 hours of activities, with NO PREP needed! The Google Forms and Google Slides activities are ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in 5th grade or 6th grade learning about the American War of Independence or U.S. History.

Firstly, there is a great American Revolution Digital Research and Sorting Activity that is perfect for introducing students to some of the key figures and events of the American Revolutionary War. Great for class work, distance learning or home schooling. In total there are 29 posters or task cards that need to be researched and sorted. These can also be printed to make a great classroom display.

Then there is an American Revolutionary War Close Reading Activity. The Google Forms activity comes with an informational text that students need to read through before answering comprehension and grammar questions. An extension writing task is also included.

Finally there is also an American Revolutionary War Informational Text Writing Activity. The activity focuses on key facts about the war, and has been split into four separate lessons which will take students approximately 40-50 minutes each.

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 :)

This activity is an online resource, that uses Google Slides, and is linked to your Google Drive. It can be completed by students online using tablets or computers. If you are unsure how to allow the students to have their own individual copy take a look at the instructional video below:

Google Classroom - How to make a copy for each student - Assignment

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A Million Miles Away Movie Guide and Cultural Exploration

This is more than just a movie guide this is a Complete Cultural Exploration.

Includes a Before you Watch Reading that includes the topics

of Symbolism, Michoacan, Music choice, Artists of choice for the film and relevance.

In order for students to truly appreciate the film it is crucial that they also have some background information and that they have a solid understanding of the music and cultural representations that will appear in the film.

Next there are 3 types of questioning Level A, B, C.

A is for lower level B mid and Level C is for higher levels.

There is also a coloring page for fun.

Includes answers.

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with this comprehensive reading comprehension bundle, featuring the powerful stories of six legendary Native American figures: Crazy Horse, Geronimo, Sacagawea, Sitting Bull, Tecumseh, and Wilma Mankiller. Each passage brings history to life, detailing the courage, resilience, and significant contributions of these influential leaders to their people and the world.

Perfect for grades 4-8, this bundle includes engaging questions, vocabulary exercises, and multiple-choice questions for each figure, making it an ideal resource for fostering critical thinking and reading skills. With 30% off, this bundle is a valuable addition to any classroom, allowing students to explore these rich histories while connecting with the diverse voices that shaped Native American culture and heritage.

What’s Included:

• Size 8.5 x 11 in

• 24 Pages

• PDF + Zip

• Multiple-choice questions

• Reading comprehension

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This product was made for students to learn the following:

In this product, students will learn about The American Civil War. Students will also learn the following: Who the President was during the Civil War, the main cause of the Civil War, abolitionists - Frederick Douglas, John Brown, Harriet Tubman, and Harriet Beecher Stowe - when they were born and where, where they died and where, what they did during the Civil War, and how they made a difference for the enslaved or tried to help them, The Underground Railroad - what it was and how it was used, The Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 - what it was and what the federal government was responsible for finding, why the South relied on slavery as much as they did and what their concerns were if it was to stop, The Confederate States, the first state to secede, and the Union, what unified means, when the Civil War began, how long the Civil War was, some major battles that took place that include - The Battle of Shiloh, The Battle of Bull Run, The Battle of Antietam, The Battle of Fredericksburg, The Battle of Gettysburg, and The Siege of Vicksburg are reviewed, what happened at each of these battles, who won, and facts about each battle are presented in this product, what happened when the Civil War ended, the kinds of weapons that were used during the Civil War on both sides - muskets, bayonets, and cannons, Why Abraham Lincoln didn't want African Americans to participate in the Civil War, who mane up the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, how brave African Americans were during the Civil War, what women did around the home and the community during the Civil War - how they took care of the home, raised money for war supplies, where they worked - factory and government jobs, acted as nurses to take care of sick and wounded soldiers, became spies on both sides (North and South), and how women would would dress up as men so they could fight in the Civil War, children and what their role was during the Civil War is also reviewed - how old children were when they had to help fight during the Civil War, younger children had to help during the Civil War as drummers and messengers, and how children felt when their family members were gone for long periods of time or never returned home.

The notes are adapted to meet your student's individual learning needs. Throughout the product, after each page of notes is reviewed, students will answer comprehension questions to review what was discussed on the previous pages. At the end of the product, students are provided with a review that includes multiple choice questions and short answer questions.

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Looking for an exciting way to teach your students about the Iroquois and Algonquian tribes? This Iroquois and Algonquian Close Reading Escape Room is the perfect blend of social studies content, close reading, and gamified learning! In this activity, students will explore the civilizations through an engaging close reading article and four unique challenges.

Overview of the Activity: Students begin by reading a two-page informational passage that explains different aspects of each of the civilizations, (who the Iroquois and Algonquian tribes are, aspects of their daily lives, how they interacted with their environment, as well as similarities and differences between their cultures.). The article includes essential vocabulary like confederacy, longhouse, wigwam, and council, providing a solid foundation for students before they tackle the four interactive challenges.

Each challenge targets a different skill:

• Challenge 1: Matching vocabulary terms to their definitions (reinforcing social studies concepts).
• Challenge 2: True/false questions based on key facts from the reading (to build comprehension).
• Challenge 3: Multiple-choice questions (testing understanding of key concepts about the various civilizations).
• Challenge 4: Identifying the paragraph where certain information is found (developing close reading skills).

For each correct answer, students receive a clue—a one-digit number. After completing all four challenges, students use their numbers to solve a final puzzle and “escape” the room.

**Why Use Close Reading?:**Close reading is an instructional approach that encourages students to carefully analyze and interpret a text. In this escape room, students must return to the passage multiple times to find the answers to the questions, helping them:

• Improve their reading comprehension.
• Strengthen critical thinking skills.
• Become more independent readers who can tackle complex information.

Benefits of Gamified Learning: Using an escape room format transforms a traditional lesson into an adventure! Students love the thrill of solving puzzles, working together, and completing challenges, which boosts their engagement and motivation. Here’s why gamified learning is a hit in the classroom:

• Increases engagement: Students are naturally motivated by challenges and competition, making learning more interactive and exciting.
• Enhances problem-solving skills: Escape rooms require students to use logic and critical thinking to solve clues and progress through tasks.
• Encourages teamwork: As students collaborate, they practice communication and teamwork, skills essential for success in group settings.

**Perfect for Social Studies and Literacy Integration:**This escape room seamlessly integrates social studies content with reading comprehension, making it a powerful resource for interdisciplinary learning. While students strengthen their understanding of the Iroquois and Algonquian Native American tribes, they’re also developing literacy skills by interpreting information, analyzing key details, and practicing vocabulary.

This is a escape room uses gamified challenges and is based on how Iroquois and Algonquian tribes interacted with the environment and developed unique cultures which is studied in the 4th grade curriculum under the following standards:

4.2 Native American groups, chiefly the Iroquois (Haudenosaunee) and Algonquian-speaking groups, inhabited the region that became New York State. Native American Indians interacted with the environment and developed unique cultures.

4.2a Geographic factors often influenced locations of early settlements. People made use of the resources and the lands around them to meet their basic needs of food, clothing, and shelter.

• Students will examine the locations of early Native American groups in relation to geographic features, noting how certain physical features are more likely to support settlement and larger populations.
• Students will investigate how Native Americans such as the Iroquois (Haudenosaunee) and the Algonquian-speaking peoples adapted to and modified their environment to meet their needs and wants.

4.2b Native American groups developed specific patterns of organization and governance to manage their societies.

Students will compare and contrast the patterns of organization and governance of Native American groups such as the Iroquois (Haudenosaunee) and Lenape, including matrilineal clan structure, decision-making processes, and record keeping, with a focus on local Native American groups.

4.2c Each Native American group developed a unique way of life with a shared set of customs, beliefs, and values.

• Students will examine Native American traditions; job specialization the roles of men, women, and children in their society; transportation systems; and technology.
• Students will examine contributions of Native Americans that are evident today.

If you want a fun, engaging way to challenge your students, this Iroquois & Algonquian Escape Room is sure to captivate their attention while reinforcing key learning objectives.

Unveiling the Tapestry of Pre-Colonial America: A 15-Part Reading Comprehension Bundle

Embark on a captivating journey through time and explore the rich mosaic of cultures that thrived in North America before European contact! This comprehensive reading comprehension bundle delves into 14 captivating topics, from the mound-building Mississippians to the ingenious adaptations of the Arctic Inuit. Students will uncover the mysteries of Cahokia, delve into the social structures of the Iroquois League, and gain insights into the lives of the "Pottery People" - the Anasazi. Packed with engaging passages, primary source analysis activities, and thought-provoking questions, this resource is sure to spark curiosity and ignite discussions about the enduring legacy of these ancient civilizations.

What's Included:

• 15 captivating reading comprehension passages covering a wide range of pre-colonial cultures across North America.
• A variety of primary source analysis activities that bring history to life, fostering critical thinking skills.
• Multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions to solidify learning and assess understanding.
• Detailed teacher answer keys for easy grading.

Brief Descriptions of Pre-Colonial America Reading Comprehension Worksheets:

1. Mound Marvels: Decoding the Mysteries of Mississippian Culture:
This passage unveils the fascinating Mississippian culture, renowned for their massive earthen mounds used for religious and social purposes. Explore the grand city of Cahokia, a major center with a complex social hierarchy.
2. Pueblo Power: Unveiling the Ancestral Puebloans:
Journey to the Southwest and discover the Ancestral Puebloan societies. Learn about their impressive cliff dwellings and villages like Mesa Verde, and delve into their skills as farmers, potters, and weavers.
3. Iroquois Ingenuity: The League of Iroquois Nations:
Unpack the formation and significance of the Iroquois League, a powerful alliance of six Native American nations in the Northeast. Explore how this league promoted peace and trade in the region.
4. Powhatan Prowess: Encountering Virginia's Powerful Tribe:
Meet the Powhatan Confederacy, a dominant group of Algonquian-speaking tribes who interacted with the Jamestown colonists. Gain insights into their way of life led by Chief Powhatan.
5. Cahokia's Collapse: Theories Behind a Lost Civilization:
Investigate the reasons behind the decline of the once-powerful Cahokia civilization. Consider various theories like environmental changes, resource depletion, or warfare that may have contributed to its fall.
6. The "Pottery People": Understanding the Anasazi:
Introduce your students to the Anasazi, also known as the Basketmakers. Discover their remarkable pottery skills and explore their cliff dwellings, like those found in Chaco Canyon.
7. Mound Builders of the East: Exploring the Adena and Hopewell Cultures:
Examine the Adena and Hopewell cultures of the Eastern Woodlands. Uncover their elaborate burial mounds and earthworks, showcasing their unique practices and beliefs.
8. French Fur Trappers: Rendezvous with the Voyageurs:
Meet the adventurous French fur trappers and voyageurs who ventured deep into North America. Learn about their role in establishing trade routes and interacting with Native American tribes.
9. The Inuit: Masters of the Arctic:
Explore the remarkable adaptations of the Inuit people who thrived in the harsh Arctic environment. Discover their ingenious hunting skills, cultural practices, and specially adapted clothing and dwellings.
10. Woodland Tribes: Exploring the Eastern Woodlands Cultures:
Gain insights into the diverse cultures that inhabited the Eastern Woodlands before European contact. This passage highlights their way of life, including hunting, gathering, farming, and complex social structures.
11. The Bering Land Bridge Theory: Crossing into the Americas:
Unravel the popular Bering Land Bridge theory, a possible explanation for how humans migrated from Asia to North and South America.
12. Clovis People: The First Americans?:
Introduce the Clovis culture, one of the earliest documented human cultures in North America, known for their distinctive spear points and big game hunting skills.
13. Early Trade Networks: Before European Arrival:
Highlight the existence of extensive trade networks in the Americas before European contact. Discover how goods like turquoise, obsidian, and seashells traveled long distances.
14. The Legacy of Pre-Colonial America:
Explore the lasting impact of pre-colonial cultures on the Americas. Examine their influence on languages, agriculture, and cultural practices that continue to this day.
15. Beyond the Mound Builders: Exploring the Diversity of Pre-Colonial America:
Emphasize the vast diversity of pre-colonial cultures across North and South America. Dive into regional variations and adaptations to different environments, showcasing the richness of these ancient civilizations.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the diverse cultures that inhabited North America before European contact.
• Students will develop critical thinking skills by analyzing primary sources like creation stories and archaeological reports.
• Students will explore how pre-colonial societies adapted to their environments, developed social structures, and practiced unique cultural traditions.

Common Core Standards Addressed:

• RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text to demonstrate understanding.
• RI.5.2: Determine the central ideas or author's purpose of a text.
• RI.5.3: Explain the relationships or ideas in a text.
• SS.5.1: Describe the ways that different groups of people lived in the same place at one time.

Uncover the Secrets of the Past!
This no-prep, engaging bundle is a powerful tool for igniting student interest in the fascinating world of pre-colonial America. By examining diverse ways of life, from sophisticated trade networks to the remarkable hunting skills of the Inuit, students will gain a deeper appreciation for the ingenuity and resilience of these indigenous peoples. This resource aligns perfectly with your Social Studies curriculum, making it a valuable addition to your lesson plans.

Ready to unlock your students' critical thinking potential? Explore my store for a treasure trove of reading comprehensions that tackle diverse themes and inspire insightful discussions. From historical mysteries to scientific explorations, there's something for every classroom!

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• Each reading comprehension passage is concise and informative, with a focus on key facts and interesting details.
• The primary source analysis activities are designed to be accessible for a variety of learning styles.
• The comprehension questions are varied and encourage students to think critically about the information presented.

This Great Depression activity will make learning fun with this engaging, hands-on task card escape room. This activity includes 16 task cards that are broken down into 4 levels or puzzle types, giving students a chance to practice nonfiction reading comprehension skills while actively decoding puzzles.

Lead your students to discover information about The Great Depression by exploring it on their own before teaching or have them use it to review information. Students will answer questions that can be found directly in their reading passage, so there is no prior knowledge needed.

Here's what you'll get:

• two-page reading comprehension passage
• 16 task cards
• student recording sheet
• 4 decoder puzzles
• teacher directions, prep tips and FAQs
• puzzle decoder hints
• answer key

Students will revisit the nonfiction text multiple times, practicing reading comprehension and critical thinking skills as they rotate around the room decoding puzzles. They can work in pairs or individually in a race to complete the 16 questions. This friendly competition is sure to increase engagement!

Prep is quick and easy... NO LOCKS, FANCY ENVELOPES, or HIDING OF CLUES NEEDED! Just print the recording sheets and reading passage, cut and spread out the 16 task cards and decoder puzzles, and let students get to work!

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“One cannot and must not try to erase the past merely because it does not fit the present.” ~ Golda Meir Make your social studies classroom pop with this set of 25 beautifully-made posters featuring quotes about history! Each 7.5 x 7.5 (square) PDF poster contains a provocative quote imposed over a stunning photograph that will spruce up your history classroom. The square format is reminiscent of Instagram and makes for an eye-catching arrangement on your wall or bulletin board. I suggest laminating the posters and using them year after year! Quotes from famous figures such as: Thomas Jefferson Martin Luther King Jr. Bertolt Brecht Golda Meir Daisaku Ikeda Karl Marx Edmund Burke Robin Hobb Napoleon Bonaparte Winston Churchill Julian Barnes Confucius __________________________________________________________________________ Also, check out this best-selling "History Talk" activity for your history classroom! "History Talk" Activity More beautifully-crafted quote posters for your classroom by Language Arts Excellence: 50 Motivational Quote Posters 50 Famous Author Quote Posters The Alchemist Quote Posters

This no-prep activity with lesson plans and printable and digital worksheets and slide deck for middle/high school students guided reading task dives into the riveting world of the Alien & Sedition Acts and the lasting legacy of the Marshall Court in US History. Crafted for both middle school (grades 6-8) and high school (grades 9-12) learners, this resource offers a profound insight into the balance between state and federal powers, and the quest for civil liberties.

Students will explore:

• The political atmosphere leading to the Alien & Sedition Acts.
• ⚖ The enduring implications of Chief Justice John Marshall's decisions.
• ✒️ The establishment of judicial review through Marbury v. Madison.
• The strengthening of federal authority via landmark cases.
• The profound impact on modern U.S. Constitution interpretations.

Resource provides:

• Editable introductory slide deck with 5 slides
• Detailed lesson plan with extension activities suggestions
• Printable Version
• Digital Version
• Dual coding - combining visuals and text for enhanced student recall.
• Detailed 300-word narrative capturing the essence of the era.
• Activities focused on annotation and summarization skills.
• A4 size page for easy printing.

Common Core Outcomes:

• For Grades 6-8: Reading Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies 6-8: RH.6-8.1, RH.6-8.2, RH.6-8.4, RH.6-8.5, RH.6-8.7, RH.6-8.10
• For Grades 9-12: Reading Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies 9-10 & 11-12: RH.9-10.1, RH.9-10.2, RH.11-12.1, RH.11-12.2, RH.9-10.4, RH.11-12.4, RH.9-10.7, RH.11-12.8, RH.9-10.10, RH.11-12.10

Guided reading is not just a literacy tool; it’s a journey through history. Through collaborative discourse and diverse sources, it fosters active involvement, refines vocabulary, and sharpens reading skills. Elevate your students' literacy prowess as they navigate an era that fundamentally shaped the American political landscape!

Grab this resource now and spark a love for history in your classroom!

Dive into this pivotal period with our Guided Reading Task!

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Black History Game: Inspired by Who Wants to Be a Millionaire Game Show: Transform your classroom into an engaging Black History Month celebration with this interactive quiz game that celebrates the contributions of African Americans throughout history, showcasing iconic figures like Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Barack Obama, and Maya Angelou. What sets it apart is its focus on lesser-known trailblazers, such as Claudette Colvin, Bass Reeves, James Armistead, and Augustus Jackson, offering a comprehensive review that inspires students to explore further.

Perfect for Black History Month or any time of the year, this game is designed for differentiated learning and endless replayability.

TRY BEFORE YOU BUY! Play the preview version to see this in action.

Suggested Price: $9.99 - $14.99 (AI generated)

Key Features

• Differentiated Gameplay Options give learners a choice in how they want to review:
  Learners can select from:
  • Timed and Scored
  • Timed Only
  • Scored Only
  • No Pressure

12 Comprehensive Categories:

While this game is not tied to a specific grade level, it is best suited for older students who are likely to have greater familiarity with history topics, context clues, and multiple-choice test-taking strategies.

For some, questions may become more challenging as learners progress, yet there is still a varied level of difficulty within each category:

1. Music
2. Film, Television, and Stage
3. Sports
4. Human Rights: From Slavery to Social Change
5. Inventors
6. Government (local, state, and federal)
7. Authors and Literature
8. Education
9. Entrepreneurs, Innovators, and Trailblazers
10. Science and Medicine
11. Artists
12. Military, War, and Law Enforcement

Boosters for Tough Questions:

• Ask the Audience
• Go Halfsies
• Text a Buddy – Features school-friendly texting lingo, emojis, diverse animated “buddies,” and fun Easter eggs like dad jokes and a working “X” key on the phone.

Over 200 Randomized Questions:
Highlighting both prominent and lesser-known individuals, places, and events, encouraging students to explore the richness of African American history.

• Unlimited Replayability:
  Randomized questions provide a fresh experience every time, making this a cost-effective resource that teachers can reuse throughout the year without needing multiple purchases.
• No Prep Required:
  Fully automated, self-correcting, and ready to use immediately. Teachers can focus on facilitating fun while students learn and compete.

Why Students Will Love It:

• Personalized gameplay experience with engaging visuals, humor, and interactive boosters.
• The unique "Text a Buddy" feature adds a fun, relatable twist to learning.
• Students feel empowered to review at their own pace and preferred style.

Why Teachers Will Love It:

• Time-Saving & No Prep: Just open and share the link.
• Versatile Uses: Perfect for Black History Month, test prep, unit reviews, or substitute lesson plans.
• Convenient: Play on any device.
• Cost-Effective: This game features multiple categories in a single product. With over 200 questions randomly selected for each playthrough, its high replay value eliminates the need to buy multiple resources to engage learners with Black History facts.

Benefits:

• Engages learners: Boosts excitement, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Flexible for all classrooms: Great for hybrid, in-person, or virtual learning.
• Replay Value: With over 200 questions and boosters, this game is an economical, high-quality addition to your curriculum.

Ready to level up your Black History lessons? Explore a game that honors the past while inspiring the future. While not necesarily grade specfic, it may be more suitable for older students who may have more experience with history. It's also perfect for homeschoolers and educators looking to create meaningful learning moments.

Important Information:

• Because this game includes automation, animation, and audio/video, it is a very large file. *** It may take up to a minute or so to load *** depending on your Internet speed. Thank you for your patience.
• This game is not editable. Please let me know if there's something you would like to see added.

This product is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with any television game show or any other intellectual property owned by their respective trademark holders. All content has been independently created for educational purposes to provide an engaging and interactive learning experience.

What to Expect:

Please play the preview version before purchasing. This is the best way to understand how the game works and is also the best way to avoid surprises after purchase.

This fully automated game is packed with engaging audio, video, and animations for an immersive experience! To ensure everything runs smoothly, it may take a moment to load depending on your Internet speed—but trust us, it’s worth the wait!

You'll receive a PDF file that includes a link to the online game. This content is not editable. If there is something you would like added, please let me know.

While I'll update the game periodically, I will do my best to retain the same link. After purchasing, you'll be notified about any updates to this product.

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