Less than $5 8th Grade U.S. History Handouts (by rating)

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The Life and Legacy of Father Miguel Hidalgo

By TxMAP Teacher

The assignment is a biographical reading over the life and legacy of Father Miguel Hidalgo. Students will read paragraphs and then answer the questions that follow.

Social Studies - History
U.S. History
Other (Social Studies - History)
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Moon Landing Day Word Search Puzzle Worksheet - Activity Games For Kids

By Zaazoua Mostapha

This Moon Landing word search puzzle worksheet is for the memory of landing on the moon. The words are hidden in all directions and there may be some overlaps making this a challenging word search. A great activity worksheet for class or home that will help students learn a lot about this great achievement.

The 24 hidden vocabulary words are: Aeronautics, America, Apollo, Astrology, astronaut, astronomy, Buzz Aldrin, Eagle, Eleven, exploration, Historical, John F. Kennedy, landed, landing, launch, lunar, Michael Collins, mission, Moon, Neil Armstrong, orbit, Space, spacecraft, telescope.

Engage your students with these activity resources:

  • Moon Phases Word Search Puzzle Activity Worksheet Fun Back To School Ressource
  • 118 Beach Related Words Word Search Puzzles - End of School Activity Worksheets
  • Fourth (4th) of July Word Search Puzzle Activity Worksheet | 63 Word to Find
  • Bilingual ESL Classroom Supply Labels English - Spanish (Colors & Animals)
  • 10 Summer Vocabulary Word Search Puzzles Worksheets Activity - 100 Word to Find
  • Fourth (4th) of July Word Search Puzzle Activity Worksheet | 63 Word to Find
  • BIG Summer Vacation Fun Word Search Worksheet - End of School Year Activity

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  • 1 PDF File is A4 Size, Includes 2 Pages one for the Puzzles and the other for Solutions.

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The Cold War - U.S. and World History Crossword Puzzle and Word Search

By The Classroom Globetrotter

Use this crossword puzzle and word search combo to review key terms relating to The Cold War!

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U.S. History
World History
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The Japanese-American Internment During WW2: Reading Worksheet * U.S. History

By Christa Nonnemaker

This 7-page Reading Assignment and Worksheet about the Japanese-American experience in World War II presents a broad and deep look at the nature of the four years between the bombing of Pearl Harbor and the end of World War II and how it impacted the Japanese immigrants (Issei) and their American-born children (Nisei). Through close reading, this assignment goes beyond typical textbook descriptions of the Japanese internment and the broader Japanese-American experience during World War II. It provides detailed explanations as to the evacuation process, life in the camps and issues that the residents faced. The assignment also includes information about those who didn't live in the camps and those who presented legal challenges to internment. The 3-page Worksheet asks students to answer questions based on their reading. This will reinforce their learning on the topic. An Answer Key is included.

This Reading Assignment is equally valuable for the home-schooled student or for those instructors who want to provide supplemental information to their students. The second page of this assignment provides a list of important terms as well as an explanation about the use of historical terminology. This worksheet will further their understanding about an experience shows the resiliency of both the Issei and the Nisei during a very difficult time.

This is also available as a digital resource through Easel so students may complete the Worksheet online.

Please check out my other Teaching Resources about World War II:
*The Japanese-American Experience in World War II: PowerPoint Presentation
* Women in the US Military during World War II: Reading Assignment and Worksheet
* Victory Gardens of World War II: PowerPoint Mini-Lesson
* Victory Gardens during World War II: Analyzing Primary Sources
*The Home Front in World War II: Crossword Puzzle and Word Search
*The Home Front during World War II: Reading Assignment and Worksheet

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Presidents Day and Presidents Fact-Based Writing Activities

By Beth Hammett

Get students thinking about presidential elections and political campaign promises with 16 handouts that generate higher level learning.The journal-like prompts include historical facts that will have students wondering, "What if.I was president..?" Social issues to write about include:

family issues

government growth

importing goods

internet issues

laws and rules

leadership style

national debt

national security

social security

space exploration

succession

transportation problems

war

world peace

There are sixteen famous presidents, with their greatest accomplishments. Included are: Adams, Bush, Clinton, Cleveland, Coolidge, Eisenhower, Jackson, Johnson, Kennedy, Lincoln, Nixon, Reagan, Roosevelt,Washington

Includes Extra Resources (videos, web-links) and Ideas for Use in the classroom.

Can be used with English, Government, History classes.

Writing-Expository
U.S. History
Tools for Common Core
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James L. Swanson "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" worksheets

By Peter D

This is a 48-page set of worksheets for the story "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson.

I divided the book into eight sections. For each section, there are two worksheets:

* comprehension questions

* vocabulary and story analysis

In addition, this book study includes a wide variety of differentiated worksheets and activities:

* story review

* language skills

* story reflection

* theme

* motif

* review activity

* cause and effect

* compare and contrast

* writing a letter

* w questions

* illustrations

* people

* character analysis

* comic strip

* story map

* book design

* news report

* critical thinking

* inferences

* summaries

* interviews

* crossword puzzle

* word search

* story test (4 pages)

Also, there is an answer key at the end of the PDF file.

Please click the link below for worksheets for other books:

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Social Studies - History
U.S. History
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Patriot Coordinate Plane Graphing: Statue of Liberty

By Qiang Ma

This coordinate system graphic art mystery picture would be ideal for students that are just beginning with graphing coordinates or students that need a little extra practice. It is also a great fun activity and engaging worksheets for Grade 4-12 for St. Memorial Day, Veterans Day, Independence Day, or any time of the year. Prep free! Differentiated! Independent!

The picture has two different graphing options to easily provide differentiation in your classroom.

- One picture to be graphed in first quadrant with positive whole numbers only only

- One picture to be graphed in all four quadrants with positive and negative whole numbers

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FREEBIE The History and Significance of Labor Day

By Homeschool with Big Easy Homeschooling Mom

Dive into the history and significance of Labor Day with this comprehensive educational resource.  Perfect for upper middle to high school students, this freebie includes a detailed and complex reading passage on the origins and evolution of Labor Day, along with 20 thought-provoking questions and a separate answer key.  Also included are note-taking sheets to enhance student engagement and retention. This resource is ideal for history lessons, social studies classes, or as an enrichment activity leading up to Labor Day.

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Social Studies - History
U.S. History
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American Creed Activities

By Kristen

This product is a great way to help aid in the memorization of the American Creed. It makes learning fun and exciting.

Social Studies - History
Government
U.S. History
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LGBTQ or Pride Month Resource People YOU Should Know

By A World to Explore Store - A Heritage Month Depot

Do you want to support students in learning about their LGBTQ peers? Do you want an inclusive classroom that supports diversity? Then download this LGBTQ or Pride Month People YOU Should Know! From astronauts and artists to politicians and poets, this list of over 80 people is accompanied by brief definitions of the person's major achievements or how they are well-known.

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  • As a means to educate students about people in the LGBTQIA+ community
  • For biography or other research papers
  • As a historical resource

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The Cuban Missile Crisis Declassified

By Sarah Austin

The Cuban Missile Crisis of October 1962 pushed the United States and the Soviet Union to the brink of nuclear war. This lesson will have students critically examine the complex relationship between the United States and Cuba that led to this climatic point in history. Students will delve deeper into this conflict by analyzing the differing points of view and perspectives concerning the events that led to the Cuban Missile Crisis through the study of three sources of information.

This resource is a perfect lesson for students to work independently, or for a substitute to teach!

This lesson includes:

  • Teacher Reference Guide
  • Reading: ‘On the Brink- From the Bay of Pigs to the Cuban Missile Crisis’
  • 44 min Documentary film ‘Fidel Castro Declassified’
  • 2 page set of 7 questions (analysis and comprehension)
  • Venn Diagram
  • American history textbook version

If you liked this lesson see other related ‘Cold War’ lessons here:

  • Hot War Turns into the Cold War
  • The Cold War and Vietnam
  • Cold War Unit Review & Assessment
  • The Korean War: A Critical Reading Activity
  • Protest Movements of the 1960's: E-Chapter Textbook Project
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U.S. History
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Great Americans Series of Events- Signing the Declaration of Independence

By Iconic History

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.

Social Studies - History
Government
U.S. History
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The Life and Legacy of James Bowie

By TxMAP Teacher

The assignment is a biographical reading over the life and legacy of James Bowie. Students will read paragraphs and then answer the questions that follow.

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Moon Landing Day Word Search Puzzle Worksheet - Activity Games For Kids

By Zaazoua Mostapha

This Moon Landing word search puzzle worksheet is for the memory of landing on the moon. The words are hidden in all directions and there may be some overlaps making this a challenging word search. A great activity worksheet for class or home that will help students learn a lot about this great achievement.

The 24 hidden vocabulary words are: Aeronautics, America, Apollo, Astrology, astronaut, astronomy, Buzz Aldrin, Eagle, Eleven, exploration, Historical, John F. Kennedy, landed, landing, launch, lunar, Michael Collins, mission, Moon, Neil Armstrong, orbit, Space, spacecraft, telescope.

Engage your students with these activity resources:

  • Moon Phases Word Search Puzzle Activity Worksheet Fun Back To School Ressource
  • 118 Beach Related Words Word Search Puzzles - End of School Activity Worksheets
  • Fourth (4th) of July Word Search Puzzle Activity Worksheet | 63 Word to Find
  • Bilingual ESL Classroom Supply Labels English - Spanish (Colors & Animals)
  • 10 Summer Vocabulary Word Search Puzzles Worksheets Activity - 100 Word to Find
  • Fourth (4th) of July Word Search Puzzle Activity Worksheet | 63 Word to Find
  • BIG Summer Vacation Fun Word Search Worksheet - End of School Year Activity

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  • 1 PDF File is A4 Size, Includes 2 Pages one for the Puzzles and the other for Solutions.

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World War II - U.S. and World History Crossword Puzzle and Word Search

By The Classroom Globetrotter

Use this crossword and word search combo to review key terms relating to World War II!

Save BIG when you purchase the World History Crossword and Word Search - MEGA BUNDLE!

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World History
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The Home Front in World War II: Crossword Puzzle and Word Search

By Christa Nonnemaker

This Home Front in World War II Crossword Puzzle and Word Search activity will help your students with historical literacy, engage them with the material they are learning and get their brains moving. There are 12 terms so this will be quick but won't take up too much time during the class or it's a great take-home assignment. Answer key included for both the crossword puzzle and the word search.

Please check out my other Teaching Resources about World War II:

*The Japanese-American Experience in World War II: PowerPoint Presentation
*The Japanese-American Experience in World War II: Reading Assignment and Worksheet
*Women in the US Military during World War II: Reading Assignment and Worksheet
*Victory Gardens of World War II: PowerPoint Mini-Lesson
*Victory Gardens during World War II: Analyzing Primary Sources
*The Home Front during World War II: Reading Assignment and Worksheet

More are always being added so check back frequently!

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Te Ata History and Writing Activities

By Beth Hammett

Who is Mary Fisher, and what is her impact on society? 20 active learning, engaging activities to help students learn about and understand the life and times of Mary Fisher, known as Te Ata, a Chickasaw storyteller, performer, and artist. Includes: Black and white coloring images on pages Who is Mary Fisher (synonyms)? Timeline of Life (blank timeline to retell and fill in) Compare & Contrast School Days (1900s vs. Today) Become a Journalist (Interview) "Bearer of the Morning" Bumper Sticker Storytelling a Family Tradition The Royal Speech Crossword Puzzle & Answer Sheet (Answers on Timeline for students) Mary's FakeBook Broadway Marquee Poem Pictograph Point of View Treasure of Oklahoma (State Focused) Legend of the White Wolf Te Ata, the Movie (Design ad) Te Ata, the Cast (Cast the Parts)

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U.S. History
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Memorial Day / Veterans Day Coordinate Plane Graphing: Soldier (2)

By Qiang Ma

This coordinate system graphic art mystery picture would be ideal for students that are just beginning with graphing coordinates or students that need a little extra practice. It is also a great fun activity and engaging worksheets for Grade 4-12 for Memorial Day, Veterans Day, Independence Day, or any time of the year. Prep free! Differentiated! Independent!

The picture has two different graphing options to easily provide differentiation in your classroom.

- One picture to be graphed in first quadrant with positive whole numbers only only

- One picture to be graphed in all four quadrants with positive and negative whole numbers

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FREEBIE: 9/11 Reading Passage, Q & A, and Note-Taking Sheets

By Homeschool with Big Easy Homeschooling Mom

This detailed resource package includes a thorough reading passage on 9/11, exploring the causes, events, and consequences of this pivotal moment in history. It comes with 20 critical questions, an answer key, and note-taking sheets for students making this resource perfect for engaging your upper middle and high school students.

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The Ku Klux Klan: Comparing the Past To Today

By Sarah Austin

This highly engaging, primary based, interactive Slide Presentation will have students examine; the underlying roots from which the Ku Klux Klan (KKK) came to exist in America, the organization's primary tactics of using intimidation & fear in fighting against social equality, and why many poor whites were recruited to join the KKK organization. Students will delve deeper by comparing the circumstances and social conditions of two former KKK leaders (one who lived during the era of Jim Crow, and the other of present day).

Class discussion, and critical thinking is promoted throughout the entire lesson.

Materials Include:

  • Slide Presentation & Guided Notes Handout
  • Venn Diagram- 'Comparing White Supremacy of the Past with Today'
  • Primary Source Reading- 'C.P. Ellis Why I Quit the Klan'
  • Teacher Answer Key Included

*All THREE lessons (Era of Reconstruction, the Ku Klux Klan, & Jim Crow) is available in the BUNDLE for a discounted %.

Informational Text
Black History Month
U.S. History
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