$5 - $10 8th Grade U.S. History Centers

This is a scavenger hunt using task cards that analyzes the creation of the Constitution, challenges in ratifying it between the colonies, the struggles of the Articles of Confederation and key players in this whole process which is studied in the 7th grade curriculum under the following standards:

• 7.4 The newly independent states faced political and economic struggles under the Articles of Confederation. These challenges resulted in a Constitutional Convention, a debate over ratification, and the eventual adoption of the Bill of Rights.
• 7.4a Throughout the American Revolution, the colonies struggled to address their differing social, political, and economic interests and to establish unity. The Articles of Confederation created a form of government that loosely united the states, but allowed states to maintain a large degree of sovereignty.
• 7.4b The lack of a strong central government under the Articles of Confederation presented numerous challenges. A convention was held to revise the Articles, the result of which was the Constitution. The Constitution established a democratic republic with a stronger central government.
• 7.4c Advocates for and against a strong central government were divided on issues of States rights, role/limits of federal power, and guarantees of individual freedoms. Compromises were needed between the states in order to ratify the Constitution.

This resource begins by challenging students with a mission, complete the tasks to solve the mystery word and four digit code to help the founding fathers ratify the Constitution; failure will result in the colonies remaining under the weak Articles of Confederation. Check out the preview to see what each task card entails. Students will need to walk around the room reading the task cards. Each task card has a code word on the bottom which is the answer to the question/fill in the blank. The answer will NOT be found on that same task card. For example, the answer to task card #1 is found by reading the passage on task card #8. Students MUST record which task card they found the answer on in their answer sheet under the “FOUND CARDS #” column. That column will be used at the end for the 4 digit lock code. They will follow the clues to find the correct 4 digit code. Once they have completed the scavenger hunt they will receive a half sheet of paper stating that they have helped the founding fathers ratify the Constitution!

This activity would be a great review before assessments, as a center activity, a group activity, etc. Students will be engaged with the learning while having a fun time trying to solve all of the clues!

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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If you encounter any issues, please email me at zaneylaneylearning@gmail.com before posting a negative review. I have a lot of ideas, and I'm trying my best to present an error-free, high-quality product. Again, 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.

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The Great Americans Series of Biographies and Worksheets is an easy-to-read 200-word Biography of just the highlights of each subject's life 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 by the subject 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.