8th Grade Social Studies & History Workbooks

African American history is American history! This Student Notebook can be used with or separate from the 90 Second Social Studies Famous African Americans assignment.

The notebook includes a list of 35 Famous African Americans with room to write notes for each individual. A page of reflection questions for further study, and two extra pages of notes.

Unveil the remarkable contributions of Ancient China to the world with our "Ancient China: Contributions to Science, Technology, and Philosophies (Confucianism, Daoism, Legalism) and The Silk Road" worksheet. Tailored for middle and high school students, this resource provides an in-depth exploration of China’s advancements in science and technology, its influential philosophical schools, and the impact of the Silk Road on global trade and cultural exchange.

Product Features:

• Comprehensive Reading Passages: Dive into the innovations of Ancient China, including inventions such as paper, the compass, and gunpowder, alongside a detailed examination of major philosophical schools like Confucianism, Daoism, and Legalism. Additionally, students will explore the significance of the Silk Road in connecting China with the rest of the world.
• Highlighted Key Terms: Important terms related to science, technology, philosophies, and the Silk Road are bolded throughout the text, with definitions provided at the end to support understanding and retention.
• Diverse Comprehension Questions: Assess students' knowledge with a variety of question types, including multiple choice, true/false, matching, and short answer, ensuring a thorough understanding of the material and catering to different learning styles.
• Visual Aids: Features relevant images, such as depictions of ancient Chinese inventions, key philosophical figures, and maps of the Silk Road, to enhance students' comprehension and visualization of the historical context.
• Lesson Objectives: Clearly defined objectives at the beginning of the worksheet guide students through the material and focus on key learning outcomes related to China’s scientific, technological, and philosophical contributions, as well as the importance of the Silk Road.
• Warm-Up Questions: Engage students from the start with questions that activate prior knowledge and connect them to the content, setting the stage for deeper exploration.

Ideal For:

• Understanding Ancient China’s contributions to global science, technology, and philosophy
• Exploring the cultural and economic impact of the Silk Road
• Classroom activities and homework assignments
• Enriching homeschooling curriculum
• Preparing for tests and historical reviews

Dive into a comprehensive and engaging exploration of key historical Palestinian conflicts with this ready-to-use educational resource. This pack covers five major events, including the First Intifada, Second Intifada, Gaza War (2008–09), and more—each presented in a detailed 150-word paragraph. Perfect for upper elementary, middle, or high school students studying history, current events, or global studies.

Each paragraph is followed by a complete set of activities to reinforce understanding and promote critical thinking:

• ✅ 3 Comprehension Questions
• ✅ 3 Multiple-Choice Questions
• ✅ 5 Fill-in-the-Blank Sentences
• ✅ 5 True/False Statements
• ✅ Complete Answer Key Included

What’s Included:

• 5 Detailed informational paragraphs (150+ words each)
• 15 Comprehension Questions
• 15 Multiple Choice Questions
• 25 Fill-in-the-Blanks
• 25 True/False Statements
• Organized Answer Key for easy grading

Educational Benefits:

• Builds historical knowledge and global awareness
• Develops comprehension and inferencing skills
• Supports test-prep with varied question types
• Encourages classroom discussions on real-world events

Recommended Use:

• History or Social Studies units
• Reading comprehension practice
• Sub plans or independent study
• Homeschool curriculum supplements

This product includes three file folders activities.

In the first file folder activity, students will match each of the 16 questions that match with the correct president - George Washington or Abraham Lincoln.

In the second file folder activity, students will answer the questions about Presidents' Day with the given answers.

In the third file folder activity, students will answer fun facts about 12 of the United States presidents. They will match the question card with the answer. Answer key is included.

Each worksheet includes additional questions on the front side, a writing activity or table to complete, on the backside some include a PRIMARY SOURCE or an ART ACTIVITY or an INTERACTIVE WRITING PROMPT. ANSWER KEY INCLUDED.

HOLIDAYS VIDEO PLAYLIST: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWWndCnip3V2Q-xMFiWbZY0xddjlYpNWa

PACKET INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING WORKSHEETS:

• Martin Luther King Day
• Presidents Day
• April Fools Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth
• July 4th (Declaration of Independence Explained)
• Labor Day
• Constitution Day
• History of Halloween
• Columbus Day/Indgenous Peoples Day
• History of Thanksgiving
• The Pilgrims
• Sarah Josepha Hale (Mother of Thanksgiving)
• Veterans Day

Each adapted social studies book covers the early life, family, and career of a president. These books include real pictures and have visual icons students can match to each page.

Print and have students cut and glue the visuals to each page or laminate and velcro for repeated use.

Presidents Included:

George Washington

Abraham Lincoln

Theodore Roosevelt

This Student Notebook can be used with or separate from the 90 Second Social Studies Amendments

The notebook includes a list of the 27 Amendments with room to write notes for each individual. A page of reflection questions for further study, and two extra pages of notes.

Dive Into the Conflict That Shaped Ancient Greece!

Help your students understand the causes, key events, and consequences of the Peloponnesian War with this engaging reading comprehension worksheet set. Designed for middle and high school world history classes, this resource guides students through the bitter conflict between Athens and Sparta and the ultimate downfall of Athens, which marked the end of Greece’s Golden Age.

What's Included:

• Informative reading passages on the background, battles, and strategies of the Peloponnesian War.
• Examination of key figures like Pericles, Alcibiades, and Lysander.
• Insight into how the war affected Greek society, culture, and politics, leading to the eventual weakening of the Greek city-states.
• Key terms bolded throughout, with vocabulary definitions for clarity and retention.
• Comprehension questions featuring multiple choice, true/false, matching, and short answer formats to assess student understanding.

This resource is ideal for class discussions, homework assignments, or review before assessments, providing students with a comprehensive look at one of the most important conflicts in ancient history.

Engage your students with this all-inclusive National Maritime Day resource pack! Perfect for grades 4-8, this comprehensive set includes reading passages, comprehension questions, quizzes, fill-in-the-blank exercises, true/false activities, and answer keys—all designed to teach students about the history, significance, and modern impact of the maritime industry.

What’s Included:

• Informative Reading Passages: Covering the origins of National Maritime Day, the role of the maritime industry in global trade, wartime contributions of mariners, and future innovations.
• Skill-Building Worksheets: Multiple-choice questions, short-answer prompts, and fill-in-the-blank exercises to reinforce learning.
• Critical Thinking Activities: True/false statements and discussion questions to encourage deeper analysis.
• Answer Keys: Save time with ready-to-use answer keys for all activities.
• Versatile Use: Ideal for social studies, history, or career readiness lessons, as well as homeschooling or substitute plans.

Why Teachers Love It:

• Aligned with Standards: Supports reading comprehension, critical thinking, and real-world connections.
• Print-and-Go Convenience: No prep required—just download and teach!
• Engaging Content: Brings maritime history to life with relatable examples and interactive tasks.

Perfect for: National Maritime Day (May 22nd), units on transportation, careers, or global trade, and cross-curricular lessons combining history and environmental science.

Download now and set sail for an unforgettable learning adventure!

National Maritime Day, maritime industry, reading comprehension, worksheets, social studies, global trade, history activities, middle school resources, no-prep lessons.

In this product, students will look at the 17 questions that relate with facts about Martin Luther King, Jr's life and how he made changes in America for Black Americans. Students will be provided with the correct answer and an incorrect answer for each of the 17 questions in this product. Students can match the question with the correct answer when completing this file folder activity. An answer key is located at the end of the product. This product would be beneficial for students learning about Martin Luther King, Jr. individually, with a partner or in a group.

Each worksheet includes additional questions on the front side, a writing activity or table to complete, on the backside some include a PRIMARY SOURCE or an ART ACTIVITY or an INTERACTIVE WRITING PROMPT. ANSWER KEY INCLUDED.

NATIVE AMERICAN HISTORY VIDEO PLAYLIST: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWWndCnip3V0ZQ4RumSJ4fNkrl-w5i4Qg

PACKET INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING WORKSHEETS:

• Hohokam and Anasazi
• The Mississippian
• The Great Plains People
• The Eastern Woodland People
• The Trail of Tears
• Sitting Bull
• Geronimo

This special education George Washington adapted book is perfect for adapted social studies in life skills or self-contained special education.

Your students will enjoy learning interesting facts about George Washington's early life, family, and career.

Have students match visuals to each page. Laminate and add velcro to use this book over and over again.

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Women's History IS American History! This notebook includes a list of 35 Famous American Women with room to write notes for each individual. A page of reflection questions for further study, and two extra pages of notes. Using during Women's History Month, as daily bellwork, student projects, learning about various times in history, and more!

Embark on a comprehensive exploration of one of history's most influential civilizations with our Mesopotamia Bundle. This set includes three detailed worksheets covering key aspects of Mesopotamian history, geography, and cultural contributions. Perfect for middle and high school students, this bundle provides a complete understanding of the early developments in Mesopotamia.

Bundle Includes:

• Worksheet 2.1: Introduction to River Valley Civilizations
  Provides a foundational overview of river valley civilizations, with a focus on the significance of these early societies in human history. Engaging reading passages, bolded key terms, diverse comprehension questions, and visual aids are included to facilitate learning.

• Worksheet 2.2: Mesopotamia: Geography and Early Settlements
  Delves into the geographical features that shaped Mesopotamia and the development of its early settlements. Detailed passages, key terms, varied questions, and relevant images help students grasp the importance of geography in the rise of this civilization.

• Worksheet 2.3: Mesopotamia: Sumerians and Their Contributions
  Explores the rich history and lasting contributions of the Sumerians, one of Mesopotamia's most significant cultures. This worksheet features comprehensive reading passages, highlighted vocabulary, a variety of comprehension questions, and supporting visuals to bring the Sumerians' legacy to life.

• Worksheet 2.4: Mesopotamia: Babylon and Hammurabi

Explore the rise of Babylon and the significance of the Code of Hammurabi with our detailed "Mesopotamia: Babylon and the Code of Hammurabi" worksheet. Designed for middle and high school students, this resource provides an in-depth look at one of history's earliest and most influential legal codes, along with the civilization that produced it.

Product Features:

• Engaging and Comprehensive Content: Each worksheet offers full-page, content-rich reading passages that are divided into clear, subtitle-organized paragraphs for easy comprehension.
• Highlighted Key Terms: Essential vocabulary terms are bolded throughout the text, with definitions provided at the end for better understanding and retention.
• Diverse Comprehension Questions: A mix of multiple choice, true/false, matching, and short answer questions cater to different learning styles and ensure thorough assessment.
• Visual Aids: Each worksheet includes 2-3 relevant images that illustrate key aspects of Mesopotamian history, geography, and culture, aiding visual learners and enhancing engagement.
• Lesson Objectives: Clear learning objectives are outlined at the beginning of each worksheet, guiding students through the material and helping them achieve specific educational goals.
• Warm-Up Questions: Engaging questions at the start of each worksheet activate prior knowledge and set the stage for deeper learning.

Ideal For:

• Comprehensive study of Mesopotamian history and culture
• Classroom resources and homework assignments
• Homeschooling curriculum enrichment
• Test preparation and review

Immerse your students in the vibrant culture of New Orleans with this engaging Jazz & Heritage Festival resource pack! Perfect for grades 4-12, this comprehensive unit explores the history, music, food, and economic impact of one of America’s most iconic festivals. With ready-to-use worksheets, quizzes, and interactive activities, students will discover the multicultural roots of Louisiana while building critical thinking and reading comprehension skills.

What’s Included:

• Informative Reading Passages: Covering the festival’s origins, musical diversity, cultural exhibits, and economic impact.
• Student Activities: Fill-in-the-blank exercises, multiple-choice quizzes, true/false questions, and short-answer prompts.
• Cultural Exploration: Lessons on Cajun, zydeco, and gospel music, plus traditional Louisiana food and crafts.
• Real-World Connections: Discussion questions on tourism, community pride, and how festivals preserve heritage.
• Answer Keys: Save time with complete answer keys for all activities.

Why Teachers Love It:

• Cross-Curricular: Integrates music, social studies, geography, and economics.
• Engaging & Interactive: Brings the festival to life with relatable content and hands-on tasks.
• Flexible Use: Ideal for whole-class lessons, group projects, or independent study.
• No Prep Required: Print or assign digitally for seamless classroom integration.

Perfect For:

• Music and arts classes
• Social studies units on cultural heritage
• Louisiana state history
• Black History Month (highlighting jazz and blues traditions)
• End-of-year fun activities

Help students experience the soul of New Orleans—download today!

Each worksheet includes additional questions on the front side, a writing activity or table to complete, on the backside some include a PRIMARY SOURCE or an ART ACTIVITY or an INTERACTIVE WRITING PROMPT. ANSWER KEY INCLUDED.

RECONSTRUCTION PLAYLIST OF VIDEOS:

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWWndCnip3V1Helo5CWZqMgnzzXQUogFY

Worksheets included: 

• Reconstruction Plans
• Reconstruction Amendments
• Freedmen’s Bureau, Sharecropping, and Black Codes
• Carpetbaggers and Scalawags
• Transcontinental Railroad
• Impeachment of Andrew Johnson
• Hiram Rhodes Revels (First African American Congressmen)
• Thomas Nast (American Political Cartoons)
• Election of 1876 and Compromise of 1877

Dive deep into the religion of Ancient Egypt in the GRAPES Religion workbook! Ready to print and use, this resource includes a teacher answer guide for easy grading!

This 13 page workbook (not including title page) includes

• Egyptian religion vocabulary
• Fill in the blank basics of Egyptian religion
• Pantheon Gods Identity page
• Mummification Steps Maze
• Description of the Egyptian Afterlife
• Identifying aspects of papyrus scrolls
• Create a postcard of a religious festival activity
• Review questions on the importance of religion in Egypt
• Compare to previously studied civilizations Venn diagram
• Two pages for notes
• A teacher guide with suggested answers

Use this resource for:

• Centers
• Religion notes
• GRAPES notetaking
• Individual or small group work
• Substitute Work
• Makeup work
• And More!

Challenge and excite your students with this comprehensive and engaging Prehistory and Early Civilizations Mega Bundle! This exclusive bundle combines in-depth reading comprehension with a wide variety of interactive activities, providing everything you need to explore prehistory and early civilizations in your classroom. Designed for middle and high school students, this mega bundle covers key topics including prehistory, the Neolithic Revolution, and the River Valley Civilizations of Mesopotamia, China, Egypt, and India.

Product Features:

• Comprehensive Reading Passages: Each worksheet includes detailed, content-rich reading passages with bolded key terms, subtitles, and definitions to aid student understanding.
• Engaging Interactive Activities: From foldables and graphic organizers to crossword puzzles and hands-on projects, students will stay engaged as they learn about early human history.
• PowerPoints and Visual Aids: Use visually appealing PowerPoints and other visual tools to bring history to life and make complex topics accessible to all students.
• Assessment Tools: Unit quiz and answer keys are included to easily assess student progress and understanding of key concepts.
• Lesson Objectives: Each worksheet and activity includes clear learning objectives to guide instruction and focus on essential historical concepts.
• Creative Projects and Games: Recap topics with best-selling projects and games that your students are sure to love!

Topics Covered:

• Prehistory
• The Neolithic Revolution
• River Valley Civilizations: Mesopotamia, China, Egypt, and India

Ideal For:

• Comprehensive study of prehistory and early human civilizations
• Engaging classroom activities, projects, and homework assignments
• Enriching homeschooling curriculum
• Preparation for exams and unit reviews

Each worksheet includes additional questions on the front side, a writing activity or table to complete, on the backside some include a PRIMARY SOURCE or an ART ACTIVITY or an INTERACTIVE WRITING PROMPT. ANSWER KEY INCLUDED.

WORLD WAR I VIDEO PLAYLIST: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWWndCnip3V2BDhY97-xKzqT5Mlry1NGC

PACKET INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING WORKSHEETS:

• Causes of World War I
• World War I the first year 1914
• Trench Warfare World War I
• Technology of World War I
• General John J Pershing
• World War I the second year 1915
• Sinking of the Lusitania
• World War I the third year 1916
• Why did the United States enter World War I
• World War I the fourth year 1917
• World War I the fifth year 1918
• Outcome of World War I

Dive deep into the geography of Ancient Egypt in the GRAPES Geography workbook! Ready to print and use, this resource includes a teacher answer guide for easy grading!

This 10 page workbook (not including title page) includes

• Egyptian geography vocabulary terms for students to define
• Blank map of Egypt student mapping sheet
• Blank map of Eastern Africa and the Middle East student mapping sheet
• Description of the five themes of geography
• Ancient Egypt five themes of geography graphic organizer
• Processing/comprehension questions
• Create a postcard of a geographical feature activity
• Compare to previously studied civilizations Venn diagram
• Two pages for notes
• A teacher guide with suggested answers

Use this resource for:

• Centers
• Geography notes
• GRAPES notetaking
• Individual or small group work
• Substitute Work
• Makeup work
• And More!