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Today in History Daily Warm-Up Instructions:

Image Observation:

Display a historical image related to the day's date or a significant event in history.

Instruct students to carefully observe the details in the image without providing any background information.

Individual Inference:

Ask students to individually jot down their inferences about what they think might be happening in the image.

Encourage them to consider details such as clothing, setting, facial expressions, and any other relevant visual cues.

Partner Discussion:

Pair up students and have them share their individual inferences with their partners.

Prompt partners to discuss and compare their interpretations, encouraging them to consider different perspectives.

Collaborative Inference:

Bring the class back together and facilitate a collaborative discussion.

Select a few pairs to share their inferences with the entire class.

Encourage students to consider diverse interpretations and discuss any common themes or differences in their observations.

Historical Context:

After the collaborative discussion, provide some historical context or information about the image.

Discuss how the actual events align or differ from the students' inferences.

Benefits for Students:

Critical Thinking Skills:

Analyzing historical images promotes critical thinking as students must observe details, make connections, and draw conclusions.

Inference and Interpretation:

Making inferences based on visual cues enhances students' ability to interpret information and think beyond the surface.

Collaborative Learning:

Partner and class discussions foster collaborative learning, allowing students to share and refine their ideas through dialogue.

Engagement with History:

Connecting historical events to visual stimuli makes history more tangible and relatable for students, increasing their interest and engagement.

Communication Skills:

Sharing inferences with partners and the class improves communication skills and helps students articulate their thoughts effectively.

Diverse Perspectives:

Encouraging students to consider different interpretations promotes an appreciation for diverse perspectives and helps them understand that history can be viewed from various angles.

Contextual Learning:

Providing historical context after the activity solidifies students' understanding, reinforcing the connection between visual stimuli and historical events.

By incorporating this activity into the daily warm-up routine, students can develop a deeper appreciation for history, enhance their analytical skills, and actively engage with the learning process.

Students struggle with understanding the Bill of Rights and how it applies to their life. This bundle has:

* A self-grading interactive BOOM CARD game

* A digital Fill-In-The-Blank activity where the students break down the Bill of Rights into "common language" and I CAN statements

* 28 slide PPT presentation covering, in detail, each amendment PLUS 2 scenarios per amendment

*28 slide Google Slides Presentation covering, in detail, each amendment PLUS 2 scenarios per amendment

* Bill of Rights Anchor Poster

These activities lead to a GREAT synchronous or asynchronous discussion!

BONUS: Included in the Bundle are directions to access a FREE Kahoots review game with your students.

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Students often can/will recite the basics of SOME of the Bill of Rights but often do not know how they apply to their personal life. They believe that it was written years ago and does not have any relevant meaning to the HERE and NOW. With this interactive activity, my US History and Government classes dived into the Bill of Rights and learned how to apply each of the Amendments to their personal life. This brought about outstanding debates in class (and online) about civil rights and liberties.

This was created as a PDF document to use in the classroom. There is also a Digital Learning Format where it can be assigned to students to complete in a virtual setting such as Google Classroom, Canvas, etc.

I hope your students enjoy this as much as mine did!

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This PowerPoint Presentation details what each of the first 10 Amendments to the Constitution (Bill of Rights) means. Following each Amendment, there are 2 scenarios to discuss. This can be used as a whole group or for more advanced learners, as an individual assignment.

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Do your students know what is in each Bill of Rights? Students struggle with understanding the Bill of Rights and how it applies to their life. With this easy to read Anchor Poster, students can see, with graphics, each amendment and what it means. This anchor poster can be blown up to poster sized, or printed out for students to have in their notebook.

What's Included?

>>An Anchor Poster - Ready-To-Go with Examples

>>An Anchor Poster - Titles and Descriptions ONLY (Space for students to add own clipart)

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The Great Americans Series of Events and Worksheets is an easy-to-read 200-word fully researched Accounting of just the highlights of a significant event in American history designed to keep young readers engaged. The Questions page ensures student reading comprehension and grasp of key points. The Vocabulary page introduces and explains new words, phrases, and/or institutions students may not have been familiar with. The Quotes page challenges students to write what a famous quote tied to the event means to them. The Great Americans Series is available individually or in bundles, making great bell work. An Answer Key is provided with each worksheet.

90 Seconds Social Studies assignments introduce students to a large amount of information in a relatively short amount of time. The one minute time limit serves as both a way to keep students on task, and to promote the idea of summarizing key details. This particular assignment, the 90 Seconds Social Studies - Amendments, contains the following:

• Teacher Quick Reference Guide
• Student Sign-up Sheet for Amendments
• 10 and 25 Point Rubric for a presentation on the Amendments

This listing also includes free access to the Google Slides:

• Student Note Taking Guide (with designated space for notes and comprehension questions)
• 90 Second Social Studies Amendments

The Amendments to the US Constitution are an integral part of American History and Civics courses. This pdf set asks students to explain each of the Bill of Rights in their own words, and to explain the importance of each. This can be used in American History, Civics, Government, and English classes!

Specifically, this set includes:

· The Bill of Rights split among 4 worksheet pages

· A printer friendly (no border) copy of all resources

The Bill of Rights In My Own Words Worksheets can be used for:

· Formative assessment

· Extension activities

· Centers activity

· Review

· Homework

· Subplans

· Anywhere you are teaching about the Constitutional Amendments!

The Amendments to the US Constitution are an integral part of American History and Civics courses. This pdf Amendments to the Constitution cut and paste activity can be used in American History, Civics, and Government classes!

Specifically, this set includes:

· Two pages of Bill of Rights Cut and Paste

· Three pages of Amendments 11-27 Cut and Paste

· A printer friendly (no border) copy of all resources

The Cut and Paste Amendments to the Constitution can be used for:

· Formative assessment

· Extension activities

· Centers activity

· Review

· Homework

· Subplans

· Anywhere you are teaching about the Constitutional Amendments!

The Amendments to the US Constitution are an integral part of American History and Civics courses. This pdf set of eight writing prompt pages can be used in American History, Civics, Government, and English classes!

Specifically, this set includes:

· Three creative writing prompts

· Three research based prompts

· Two opinion prompts

· A printer friendly (no border) copy of all resources

The Amendments Writing Prompts can be used for:

· Formative assessment

· Extension activities

· Centers activity

· Review

· Homework

· Subplans

· Anywhere you are teaching about the Constitutional Amendments!

The Amendments to the US Constitution are an integral part of American History and Civics courses. This pdf set of three Amendment Mazes requires students to choose the correct amendment number before progressing through the maze.

Specifically, this set includes:

· Bill of Rights Amendment Maze (maze 1)

· Two mazes for amendments 11-27 (mazes 2 and 3)

· Teacher Answer sheets

· A printer friendly (no border) copy of all resources

The Amendments Maze Sheets can be used for:

· Formative assessment

· Extension activities

· Centers activity

· Review

· Homework

· Subplans

· Anywhere you are teaching about the Constitutional Amendments!

Spark Students' Understanding of the Declaration of Independence!

Engage your students in five compelling articles exploring the cornerstone of American democracy: the Declaration of Independence!

This comprehensive resource delves into key themes like:

• Consent to Govern: Unpack the revolutionary concept of a government deriving its power from the consent of the governed. Students will analyze real-world examples and debate the ongoing relevance of this principle.
• Rights and Responsibilities: Dive deep into the natural rights outlined in the Declaration, including life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Through interactive activities, students will explore the responsibilities that come with these rights and their ongoing struggle for protection.
• World Impact: Discover the Declaration's ripple effect beyond American borders. Students will investigate its influence on global revolutions and its relevance in contemporary struggles for freedom and justice.
• Modern Document: Examine the Declaration's enduring power and its ongoing application in today's world. Through thought-provoking questions and discussion prompts, students will consider how this historical document continues to shape our understanding of government and civil liberties.

Each article is packed with engaging features:

• Multiple Choice, True/False, Fill-in-the-Blank, and Short Answer Questions: Assess student understanding and encourage critical thinking through a variety of question formats.
• Answer Key: Quickly grade student assessments with condensed answer keys
• Discussion Prompts: Foster lively classroom discussions and encourage diverse perspectives.
• Primary Source Analysis: Students analyze the sources firsthand insights into the Declaration of Independence
• Historical Background: Provide context and depth to the articles' topics

This resource is perfect for:

• Middle and high school teachers of U.S. History, Civics, and Government
• Homeschool educators
• Students passionate about learning about American history and its impact on the world

Busted?! Know Your Rights When Pulled Over (for Teens!) - Empower Yourself & Stay Safe Don't let a traffic stop turn into a stressful ordeal! This engaging reading comprehension worksheet equips teens with 5 must-know rights to confidently navigate police interactions during car stops.

Content:

• Compelling narrative: Captures teens' attention with a relatable scenario and emphasizes the importance of knowing their rights.
• Clear explanations: Breaks down complex legal concepts into understandable language, using everyday examples and visuals (consider adding infographics or flowcharts).
• Real-life case study: Offers a tangible application of the rights while prompting critical thinking and analysis.
• Interactive activities: Multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions reinforce comprehension and encourage discussion.
• Empowering takeaway: Teaches teens their rights, promotes responsible behavior, and fosters confidence in police interactions.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand key rights during traffic stops: right to remain silent, refuse searches, ask for a lawyer, etc.
• Analyze potential consequences of ignoring these rights.
• Develop critical thinking skills through case study analysis.
• Practice asserting rights respectfully and effectively in role-playing scenarios.
• Increase awareness of legal protections and responsible interaction with law enforcement.

Common Core Standards:

• Reading: RI.8.1, RI.8.2, RI.8.3, RI.8.4, RI.8.5

• Writing: W.8.1, W.8.2, W.8.4, W.8.5, W.8.6

• Speaking & Listening: SL.8.1, SL.8.2, SL.8.3

• Civics: SS.8.C.1.1, SS.8.C.1.2, SS.8.C.3.1, SS.8.C.3.2, SS.8.C.3.3

By empowering teens with knowledge and fostering responsible behavior, this worksheet contributes to a safer and more informed future for young drivers.

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This lesson is a great review PowerPoint game for students to show their understanding of various international organizations as well as the differences between NGOs and IGOs.

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This PowerPoint Review Game on World International Organizations can be used in geography, civics, and government. It incorporates both Non-governmental (NGOs) and Intergovernmental (IGOs) — because they play a significant role in shaping global connections. These organizations, such as the United Nations, World Trade Organization, and World Health Organization, work to maintain peace, promote human rights, ensure economic stability, and address pressing issues like climate change and poverty on a global scale. By learning about these organizations, students gain a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of our world and the importance of collaboration among nations.

Students will be given scenarios (1 per slide) and, working with their teams, will decide which organization would be the best fit.

This PowerPoint focuses on the following International Organizations:

• NGOs vs IGOs
• Red Cross
• World Trade Organization (WTO)
• North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
• Mercy Ships
• World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
• Human Rights Watch Organization (HRW)
• World Health Organization (WHO)
• United Nations (UN)
• World Bank
• United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
• European Union (EU)
• International Monetary Fund (IMF)
• Doctors Without Borders (Médecins Sans Frontières)
• Save the Children

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