8th Grade World History Activities

Do you want to integrate writing skills in your Ancient World History class? This writing activity bundle offers three different activities to include in your classroom!

This bundle includes:

• Writing Prehistory Fairytales - using prehistory vocabulary to create prehistorical fairytales.
• Ancient Mesopotamian: Writing Myths Activity - writing myths based on prompts regarding nature and natural phenomena
• Writing Ancient Greek Myths - writing myths based on explanatory, entertainment, or morality myth storyboard structure.

Explore the traditions of Ancient Egyptian burial chambers:

Students will learn about shabtis and how Ancient Egyptians used them as models of those who would do their chores in the afterlife. Students will read an informational text concerning shabtis and then create their own. This taps into their creativity.

Students can create shabtis for either a week or a month.

Follow up questions increase rigor and help students make connections.

Aligns with Indiana Social Studies Standard 6.H.1.

What's included:

• Teacher instructions.
• Informational Text.
• Student instructions.
• Two versions of activity template.
• Follow up questions.

How is this product useful:

• Low prep for teacher.
• Informational text.
• Engaging, creative activity.

This product is over the facts, landmarks, and physical features of Australia. This product has 3 parts - (1) Australia Facts, (2) Australia Landmarks, and (3) Australia Maps. Students will answer the questions about facts and landmarks of Australia and then will label 2 different maps with physical features and landmarks. Can be used in Google Classroom, in Nearpod or Pear Deck, or as a Gallery Walk.

Our brains get tired! Sometimes, they simply need a quick break!

This geography "This or That" Brain Break may be just what you need.

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Brain breaks can be used as transitions, breaks in the middle of an activity, something to raise or lower the energy of the group, team-building activities, and more! It is helpful to use these before fatigue, boredom, distraction, and inattention set in!

Research has indicated that brain breaks can help improve self-efficiency in the learning process. They also improve short-term memory, self-awareness, and the learners' knowledge.

This can be used and modified for 5th grade through 12th grade depending on your students' learning ability.

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Teaching Number The Stars? Don't know where to start? This bundle includes many activities to do before, during, and after reading the novel. This is a complete unit for the classic novel Number The Stars by Lois Lowry. Keep your students engaged from beginning to end.

Complete Unit.

Covers the entire book !

Great for differentiation.

Includes:

⭐Number The Stars Introduction Power Point

⭐Number The Stars Flip book Study Guide

⭐Number The Stars Characterization Flip book

⭐Number The Stars Vocabulary Lists and Quizzes

⭐Holocaust Webquest

⭐Graphic Organizers - Any Novel

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Save time and money with this amazing bundle of 20 interactive and engaging activities, designed to enhance your world history classroom! This package helps supplement your existing curriculum, lessons and units, covering key periods from The Age of Exploration to Revolutions, and provides a rich variety of learning tools to captivate your students and deepen their understanding of history.

Topics covered in this bundle:

1. The Age of Exploration
2. Civilizations of the Americas
3. The Gunpowder empires
4. The Scientific Revolution
5. The French Revolution
6. Latin American Revolutions
7. Vocabulary Review
8. Projects and Activities for any unit!

Product Overview: This bundle includes a wide variety of activities to suit different learning styles and classroom needs:

• Interactive Reading Lessons: Explore historical texts and topics with guided questions and activities.
• Worksheets & Notes: Comprehensive resources for classwork and homework.
• Projects & Research Assignments: Encourage deeper investigation into historical topics.
• Crossword Puzzles & Word Searches: Reinforce vocabulary and key concepts in a fun, engaging way.
• Classroom Games: Interactive games that make learning history exciting.
• Detailed Teacher Guides: Easy-to-follow guides for smooth lesson implementation.
• Answer Keys & Rubrics: Simplify grading and provide clear expectations for students.
• ..and so much more!

This bundle is perfect for:

• New teachers wanting to build a solid collection of activities!
• Experienced teachers looking for new ways of teaching a concept!
• Homeschooling Families

Be sure to check out the previews for all activities to see how they are perfect for your classroom!

This one-page Guided Reading and Assessment is for Grade 6-12 students and can be used in a variety of ways by teachers including close reading, direct instruction, independent practice, homework, or as a sub lesson. This is also well-suited to Homeschooling.

This Guided Reading document provides a description of the worldwide phenomenon known as the Hallyu Wave. This is a quick way to introduce students to the rise of South Korea’s economy through the export of cultural products such as K-pop or K-dramas between 2000 and 2020. The Assessment questions on the second page ask students to identify key concepts and information that they just read. This helps students to strengthen their close reading skills with a topic with which they might have some superficial knowledge. Most students have heard of BTS or other Korean K-pop bands but this text reading gives more historical background as to how South Korean culture has gained global popularity in the past two decades. Most students learn about the Korean War in their World History or US History classes but rarely about anything else relating to Korea. This supplements their understanding of South Korea with a look at a significant post-war development.

This resource includes:

1. An informative 404-word passage entitled “What is the Hallyu Wave?” The text describes the development of South Korean culture between the years 2000 and 2020.

2. An Assessment with 9 questions. These involve determining key facts, ideas and vocabulary from the passage and interpreting text. The questions align with Common Core Informational Standards

3. Three Enrichment Activities that can further an in-class period or for students to complete on their own. These activities are suitable for group or individual work.

4. An Answer Key with all answers to the questions.

5. A list of sources for bibliographic reference.

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

Ditch the Textbook Dive! Embark on a thrilling research adventure with our country fact sheet template designed specifically for students.

But wait, there's more! This comprehensive guide goes beyond just filling in blanks. We'll equip you with all the tools you need to become a research rockstar, from uncovering fascinating facts to mastering the art of organization.

Here's what you'll get:

• A student-friendly template: Keep your research on track with clear sections for geography, history, culture,government, and more!
• Teacher toolkit: Find everything you need to guide your students, including engaging prompts and helpful tips.
• Boost critical thinking: Learn to analyze information, ask insightful questions, and develop strong research skills.
• Spark curiosity: Go beyond memorization and discover the captivating stories that make each country unique!
• Sharpen writing skills: Put your research into action by crafting a clear and concise country report.
• Empower informed citizens: Gain a deeper understanding of the world around you!

This activity is a win-win for both students and teachers:

• Students: Develop research prowess, critical thinking, and writing skills - all while having fun exploring the world!
• Teachers: Save time with a ready-made template, spark student engagement, and easily assess learning outcomes.

Ready to unleash your inner explorer? Download your FREE country fact sheet template today!

I created this resource to use with my own students while watching the Oversimplified American Revolution Part 1.

It includes during-watching questions, comprehension quizzes, a timeline activity, and a word search to help students understand and engage with the content.

After seeing how useful it was in my classroom, I thought, "Why not share it with other teachers?" So, I've made it available on TeachShare for anyone who wants to enhance their students' learning experience with these engaging and effective tools.

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Engage Your Students with This Russian History Assignment Bundle!

This bundle includes eight 4-paragraph assignments, each covering a distinct era of Russian history from Kievan Rus’ to modern-day Russia, crafted especially for 7th-grade ESOL students but suitable for all learners. This comprehensive set explores the rich history of Russia, from the rise of Kievan Rus’ to the Mongol Yoke, Muscovite Russia, the Tsardom, the Russian Empire, the Soviet Union, and the Russian Federation, bringing each era’s politics, culture, and major achievements to life in a clear, engaging way.

Each assignment includes four comprehension questions to reinforce understanding and encourage critical thinking, along with an easy-to-use answer key for quick grading and self-assessment.

Perfect for any learning environment, this bundle builds historical knowledge and literacy skills across multiple eras, providing a complete journey through Russian history. Dive into the fascinating history of Russia with this concise, educational, and student-friendly resource!

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Twelve complete lessons about the Holocaust of World War II and the famous Jewish diarist, Anne Frank. The NO PREP activities are ideal for students in fifth grade or sixth grade learning about the Holocaust and World War 2.

Included in this bundle:

• Anne Frank Timeline Display and Sorting Activity (1 or 2 lessons)

• Anne Frank Biography Writing Unit (4 lessons)

• Anne Frank BOOM Cards™ Comprehension Activity (1 lesson)

• Holocaust Informational Writing Unit (3 lessons)

• Anne Frank Close Reading Activity (1 lesson)

• Holocaust of World War II Close Reading Activity (1 lesson)

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⭐️Students read a passage and answer comprehension questions. Based on the answers they are able to decode a secret message!

This also includes two different readings about Las Posadas.

Students will then be asked questions that help them compare two readings on the same topic.

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Challenge and Engage your students.

Students Read the text.

· Then they answer reading questions.

· If answers to questions are correct the Puzzle shows up in the correct format.

· Then students must decipher the secret word or message.

Kids enjoy studying the world they live in! They will enjoy learning about the seven continents and the corresponding geography with these fun and printable Continents Worksheets. For kindergarteners, first graders, second graders, third graders, fourth graders, and fifth graders, use these continents and oceans worksheets. You may start playing and learning as soon as you print the continents and oceans worksheet PDF.

These 7 continents and 5 oceans worksheets are perfect for parents, teachers, and homeschoolers who want to assist their kids learn about the globe we live in and improve their science skills. For kindergarteners, first-graders, second-graders, third-graders, fourth-graders, and fifth-graders, this pack is ideal. Use these no prep 7 Continents worksheets for science centers, additional practice, at home or at school, or as a component of a continent study. Children will learn about the seven continents that today make up the world in which we live with this bundle. Answers are provided and this pack comes mainly in black and white with a few color pages thrown in.

There are lots of activities in this pack:

• Continent poster in color
• Color in the continents on the world map following the key
• Cut out and paste the labels onto the continents
• Write the names of the seven continents next to the corresponding number
• Color in the continents using the key
• Unscramble the names of the continents
• One page for each of the seven continents with facts that include the hemisphere the continent is in, the oceans that surround it, and the amount of countries that are in that continent
• Write the names of the continents in alphabetical order
• Continent word search

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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.

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This word sleuth will provide your students/children with a fun journey through Greek Mythology with key vocabulary words. It can be done in class, centers, or as a fun homework assignment.

Word sleuth is in PPTX format along with the answer key.

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In this lesson, students learn interesting facts about the invention of television as they complete several projects including a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic.    A complete answer key is provided for the WebQuest for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students.  The student questions are included in both a print version and a digital (editable) version to make it easy for students to complete the lesson digitally or on paper.  Also included with this lesson is an editable acrostic puzzle that can be printed for students or completed on the computer (file provided in MS Word which can be opened in Google Docs if you prefer).  It includes two versions of the puzzle for differentiation and an answer key, which is perfect for early finishers or as a part of the lesson. 

This lesson is intended to be an introduction to the topic and was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in high school as well.  This lesson could be used in a history or technology class and is also a great lesson to leave for a substitute teacher!

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources
• The Invention of Television WebQuest Activity (print and editable digital files included)
• The Invention of Television WebQuest Answer Key
• Acrostic Puzzle – The Invention of Television, includes two versions for differentiation and an answer key)

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• WebQuest - 1 (50 minute) class period
• Acrostic Puzzle – 30 minutes

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This product was made for students to learn the following:

In this product, students will learn about World War 1, common names used for this war, how this war was started, when it started, who was involved in it - Allies, Central Powers, who remained neutral during the war, and when America joined in on the war, which side they were on, and why they joined the war, why Americans didn't want to get involved in World War 1 in the beginning, the ocean liner - Lusitania and how that influenced America to join the war, Woodrow Wilson and his part in the war, what Allies means, trenches that were built in the battlefield and why, how long soldiers stayed in them and why, who surrendered at the end of World War 1, when the war ended, how many soldiers died during the war, the treaty that signed at the end of the war and who signed it, how countries changed after the war, the jobs that women had after World War 1, when women could vote - the 19th Amendment, the order in which the first 15 states gave women the right to vote, the 3 states that ratified the 19th Amendment, African Americans after World War 1 and how this was the beginning of the civil rights movement, where African Americans moved after World War 1, the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendment and how they were important in the United States.

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 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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This is a scavenger hunt using task cards that is based on the Inca, Mayan & Aztec civilizations which is studied in the 5th grade curriculum under the following standards:

• 5.1 The first humans in the Western Hemisphere modified their physical environment as well as adapted to their environment. Their interactions with their environment led to various innovations and to the development of unique cultures.
• 5.1a Various forms of scientific evidence suggest that humans came to North America approximately 25,000 to 14,000 years ago and spread southward to South America.
• 5.1b Human populations that settled along rivers, in rainforests, along oceans, in deserts, on plains, in mountains, and in cold climates adapted to and made use of the resources and environment around them in developing distinct ways of life.
• 5.1c Early peoples living together in settlements developed shared cultures with customs, beliefs, values, and languages that give identity to the group. These early peoples also developed patterns of organization and governance to manage their societies.

This resource begins by challenging students with a mission, complete the tasks to solve the mystery word and four digit code to collect ancient treasures lost in these civilizations. 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 found and collected the treasures!

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!

Unveiling the Secrets of the Pyramids: A Reading Comprehension Adventure (Worksheet)

Unravel the Engineering Marvels of Ancient Egypt!
This captivating reading comprehension worksheet whisks students away to a bygone era, where they'll explore the awe-inspiring pyramids of Ancient Egypt. Delving into their construction techniques, purpose, and enduring significance, students will gain a deeper appreciation for this enduring symbol of human ingenuity and belief.

Learning Objectives:

• Analyze the construction methods used by the ancient Egyptians.
• Understand the purpose of the pyramids as royal tombs.
• Explore the cultural and religious significance of the pyramids.
• Develop critical thinking skills through primary source analysis.

Perfect for:

• World History or Social Studies Classes
• Cross-curricular Connections to Art History or Engineering
• Enriching Independent Research or Sub Plans
• Fueling Student Curiosity About the Ancient World

Content-Rich & Engaging:

• Informative Text: Provides a clear explanation of the pyramids' construction, purpose, and historical context.
• Primary Source Integration: Offers an excerpt from Herodotus, a Greek historian, highlighting the pyramids' enduring awe.
• Variety of Questions: Multiple Choice, Matching, Fill-in-the-Blank, and Short Answer questions promote comprehension and analysis.
• Answer Key: Ensures easy lesson planning and assessment.

Aligned with Common Core Standards:

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.4.1 Refer to details and examples in a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
• CCSS.SS.4.E Describe the geographical features and innovations that helped create civilizations in Mesopotamia and Egypt.

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Looking for a powerful, ready-to-use history lesson about Juneteenth? This 90-minute lesson plan is just what you need. It’s clear, engaging, and packed with facts your students will remember. The lesson includes a short, informative video, a guided discussion, and easy-to-follow notes. Students will explore the history behind Juneteenth, the delay in emancipation, and the impact of the 13th Amendment.

The best part? It comes with a printable worksheet full of activities—short answers, true or false, vocabulary matching, a timeline task, and a reflection question. An answer key is included, so grading is quick and easy.

This lesson makes space for deep thinking without being overwhelming. It helps students connect the past with today’s ongoing fight for justice. Whether you're teaching U.S. History, African American Studies, or a current events unit, this resource fits right in.

No prep needed. Just print, play the video, and guide the conversation. Perfect for middle or high school. Teach Juneteenth in a way that’s meaningful, honest, and easy to remember. Your students will thank you.