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Exploring Empires! World History Research Project

By The Classroom Globetrotter

In this fun and engaging project, students will explore every aspect of an empire in history by conducting research, creating a visual representation, and presenting their findings to the class! This project can be modified to specific needs and can be adapted for use with any time period that you’re studying in class. Examples of empires/civilizations may include:

  • River Valley Civilizations (Mesopotamia, Egypt, Indus Valley, China)
  • Classical Empires (Persia, Greece, Mauryan, Gupta, Qin, Han, Rome)
  • Gunpowder Empires (Ottoman, Safavid, Mughal)
  • Maritime Empires (Portuguese, Spanish, Dutch, French, British)
  • Age of Imperialism (Belgium, Germany, France, etc.)

Here's what's included:

1. Project Instructions

2. Template for project assigned to individual students.

3. Template for project if assigned to groups.

4. Examples of group project designs.

5. Guiding topics for each research category

6. Grading Rubric

This project has options for either group or individual assignment!

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The Debate on Affirmative Action

By Sarah Austin

Affirmative Action had been a contentious issue in the United States since the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960's. The Supreme Court’s 2023 decision to reject race-conscious admissions at colleges and universities around the nation upended decades of law and the higher education landscape. This lesson will invite students to draw connections between the past and today, as they take a focused look at affirmative action as it applies to admission programs at universities. Students will be provided with an introductory framework from which to understand the historical roots of affirmative action and its' controversial application today through the analysis of primary sources, research, and student-led discussion forum activity.

Time Frame: 2-3 class periods (Based on 60 min class period)

Materials:

  • Teacher Reference Guide
  • 35 Slide Presentation
  • Guided Notes
  • Four Articles
  • Four Corner Signs

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Presidents & World Leaders Around The World — PowerPoint Game — Geography, Civic

By Geography & Math Made Easy

A Fun PowerPoint Review Game to Engage Your Students!

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Review the presidents and world leaders throughout the world with this fun Who Am I? PowerPoint game.

This is an engaging President's Day or world government activity on world leaders for geography, civic, and other social studies classrooms. Students get involved in the learning process and will review 15 presidents & leaders (past & present) around the world to understand the place. This can be used as an introductory before or wrap-up lesson following a World Governments unit. Students will recognize world leaders and understand how they played an important part in government and managing their countries — in both positive and negative ways.

(This lesson is easily modified for time restraints. Simply, choose fewer leaders to cover or remove one of the games. Can be modified for middle school and highschool geography and history classrooms.)

PRESIDENTS & LEADERS INCLUDEDsunit. Students will understand and recognize world leaders and how they played an important part in government and managing their countries — both positive and negative ways.

  • John F. Kennedy - USA
  • Nelson Mandela - South Africa
  • Joseph Stalin - Soviet Union
  • Adolph Hitler - Germany
  • Mao Zedong - China
  • Vigdís Finnbogadóttir - Iceland
  • Barack Obama - USA
  • Mustafa Kemal Atatürk - Turkey
  • Leonid Makarovych Kravchuk - Ukraine
  • Kim Jong Un - North Korea
  • Fidel Castro - Cuba
  • Omar Al Bashir - Sudan
  • Prathibha Devisingh Patil - India
  • Vladimir Putin - Russia
  • Rishi Sunak - United Kingdom

LESSON INCLUDES:

  • Who Am I? PowerPoint Game

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World Cultures The Government of North Africa Passage & Activities - NO PREP!

By Holly O'Hara

This passage and assortment of activities are an engaging and accessible way for your students to strengthen their knowledge of the government of North Africa, including countries such as Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, and Egypt.


THIS PRODUCT INCLUDES:

  • The Government of North Africa Passage (2 pages)
  • 10 Multiple Choice Questions
  • 5 Short Answer Questions
  • 9 Choice Board Extension Activities
  • Answer Keys
  • Link to Digital Version

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World Cultures The Government of Russia Passage & Activities - NO PREP!

By Holly O'Hara

This passage and assortment of activities are an engaging and accessible way for your students to strengthen their knowledge of the government of Russia.


THIS PRODUCT INCLUDES:

  • The Government of Russia Passage (2 pages)
  • 10 Multiple Choice Questions
  • 5 Short Answer Questions
  • 9 Choice Board Extension Activities
  • Answer Keys
  • Link to Digital Version

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World Cultures The Government of Latin America Passage & Activities - NO PREP!

By Holly O'Hara

This passage and assortment of activities are an engaging and accessible way for your students to strengthen their knowledge of the various governments of Latin America!


THIS PRODUCT INCLUDES:

  • The Government of Latin America Passage (2 pages)
  • 10 Multiple Choice Questions
  • 5 Short Answer Questions
  • 9 Choice Board Extension Activities
  • Answer Keys
  • Link to Digital Version

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World Cultures The Government of East Asia Passage & Activities - NO PREP!

By Holly O'Hara

This passage and assortment of activities are an engaging and accessible way for your students to strengthen their knowledge of the government of East Asia, including countries such as China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.


THIS PRODUCT INCLUDES:

  • The Government of East Asia Passage (2 pages)
  • 10 Multiple Choice Questions
  • 5 Short Answer Questions
  • 9 Choice Board Extension Activities
  • Answer Keys
  • Link to Digital Version

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The Civil War: The Formation of the Confederacy Passage & Activities - NO PREP!

By Holly O'Hara

This product introduces the formation of the Confederacy to students, particularly in the context of the lead up to the Civil War. The passage specifically discusses the tensions that led to the formation of the Confederate States of America, Jefferson Davis, and the Confederate States of America Constitution.


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★ 2 page passage

★ 10 multiple choice comprehension questions

★ 5 short answer comprehension questions

★ Primary source analysis of an excerpt of the Confederate States of America Constitution

★ Choice board with diverse activities to extend learning

★ Answer keys

★ Link to Google Slides version


This product is a part of my Civil War series (products will be linked as they are published) ⤵⤵⤵

Pre-War: 1830s-1860

  • The Abolitionist Movement
  • Compromises (The Missouri Compromise, The Compromise of 1850, and the Kansas-Nebraska Act)
  • Dred Scott Decision
  • John Brown’s Raid

Secession and Formation of the Confederacy (1860-1861)

  • Election of 1860
  • Formation of the Confederacy
  • Confederate Leadership

Opening Conflict (1861)

  • Union Leadership
  • Fort Sumter
  • First Battle of Bull Run

Early War (1862)

  • Naval Warfare

Eastern Theater

  • Peninsula Campaign
  • Second Battle of Bull Run
  • Battle of Antietam

Western Theater

  • Battles of Shiloh and Fort Donelson

Turning Points (1863)

  • Emancipation Proclamation
  • Battle of Gettysburg
  • Siege of Vicksburg

Total War and Union Advancements (1864)

  • Sherman’s March to the Sea
  • Grant’s Overland Campaign

End of the War (1865)

  • Fall of Richmond
  • Appomattox Court House
  • Assassination of Abraham Lincoln

Reconstruction (1865-1877)

  • Reintegration of Southern States
  • Freedmen’s Bureau
  • Amendments

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The Civil War: The Dred Scott Decision Passage and Activities - NO PREP!

By Holly O'Hara

This product covers the landmark Supreme Court case Dred Scott v. Sandford and the case's impact on the lead up to the Civil War.


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★ 2 page passage

★ 10 multiple choice comprehension questions

★ 5 short answer comprehension questions

★ Primary source analysis of the majority opinion's ruling in Dred Scott v. Sandford

★ Choice board with diverse activities to extend learning

★ Answer keys

★ Link to Google Slides version


This product is a part of my Civil War series (products will be linked as they are published) ⤵⤵⤵

Pre-War: 1830s-1860

  • The Abolitionist Movement
  • Compromises (The Missouri Compromise, The Compromise of 1850, and the Kansas-Nebraska Act)
  • Dred Scott Decision
  • John Brown’s Raid

Secession and Formation of the Confederacy (1860-1861)

  • Election of 1860
  • Formation of the Confederacy
  • Confederate Leadership

Opening Conflict (1861)

  • Union Leadership
  • Fort Sumter
  • First Battle of Bull Run

Early War (1862)

  • Naval Warfare

Eastern Theater

  • Peninsula Campaign
  • Second Battle of Bull Run
  • Battle of Antietam

Western Theater

  • Battles of Shiloh and Fort Donelson

Turning Points (1863)

  • Emancipation Proclamation
  • Battle of Gettysburg
  • Siege of Vicksburg

Total War and Union Advancements (1864)

  • Sherman’s March to the Sea
  • Grant’s Overland Campaign

End of the War (1865)

  • Fall of Richmond
  • Appomattox Court House
  • Assassination of Abraham Lincoln

Reconstruction (1865-1877)

  • Reintegration of Southern States
  • Freedmen’s Bureau
  • Amendments

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World Cultures The Government of SW Asia Passage & Activities - NO PREP!

By Holly O'Hara

This passage and assortment of activities are an engaging and accessible way for your students to strengthen their knowledge of the government of Southwest Asia, including countries such as Saudi Arabia, Iran, Iraq, Israel, and Turkey.


THIS PRODUCT INCLUDES:

  • The Government of Southwest Asia Passage (2 pages)
  • 10 Multiple Choice Questions
  • 5 Short Answer Questions
  • 9 Choice Board Extension Activities
  • Answer Keys
  • Link to Digital Version

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World Cultures The Government of Australia Passage & Activities - NO PREP!

By Holly O'Hara

This passage and assortment of activities are an engaging and accessible way for your students to strengthen their knowledge of the government of Australia.


THIS PRODUCT INCLUDES:

  • The Government of Australia Passage (2 pages)
  • 10 Multiple Choice Questions
  • 5 Short Answer Questions
  • 9 Choice Board Extension Activities
  • Answer Keys
  • Link to Digital Version

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World Cultures The Government of South Asia Passage & Activities - NO PREP!

By Holly O'Hara

This passage and assortment of activities are an engaging and accessible way for your students to strengthen their knowledge of the government of South Asia, including countries such as India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives.


THIS PRODUCT INCLUDES:

  • The Government of South Asia Passage (2 pages)
  • 10 Multiple Choice Questions
  • 5 Short Answer Questions
  • 9 Choice Board Extension Activities
  • Answer Keys
  • Link to Digital Version

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Cold War: Heroes or Villains? 10 Cold War Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle

By More Lessons Less Planning

Unveiling the Cold War: Heroes, Villains, and the Nuances in Between (10 Captivating Worksheets!)

Dive into the heart of the Cold War with this comprehensive 10-worksheet bundle!

Beyond Black & White Narratives:

  • Explore the complex legacies of 10 iconic Cold War figures, analyzing their triumphs, controversies, and lasting impact.
  • Develop critical thinking skills by deciphering primary sources, evaluating differing perspectives, and forming independent judgments.
  • Engage in lively debates with thought-provoking "hero or villain" discussions, fostering respectful dialogue and historical empathy.
  • Solidify understanding with diverse assessment activities - multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer - catered to various learning styles.
  • Answer keys included for efficient grading and student self-assessment.

Learning Objectives:

  • Examine the multifaceted legacies of key Cold War figures, considering both their achievements and shortcomings.
  • Analyze primary sources to gain diverse perspectives on historical events and individuals.
  • Formulate well-supported opinions and engage in respectful debate on complex historical issues.
  • Recognize the nuances and complexities inherent in historical figures and events, avoiding simplistic labeling.

Content & Benefits:

  • 10 Engaging Worksheets: Each worksheet focuses on a pivotal Cold War figure, including Joseph Stalin, Nikita Khrushchev, John F. Kennedy, Richard Nixon, Henry Kissinger, Margaret Thatcher, Fidel Castro, Mao Zedong, Che Guevara, and Ho Chi Minh.
  • Primary Source Analysis: Analyze excerpts from speeches, letters, or articles, fostering critical thinking and historical context awareness.
  • Differentiated Assessment: Multiple question formats cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.
  • Teacher-Friendly: Answer keys save time and facilitate easy grading.

Common Core Standards Alignment:

  • RI.5.1, RI.6.1, RI.7.1, RI.8.1, RI.9-10.1: Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly and implicitly.
  • RI.5.2, RI.6.2, RI.7.2, RI.8.2, RI.9-10.2: Determine central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development.
  • RI.5.3, RI.6.3, RI.7.3, RI.8.3, RI.9-10.3: Analyze how and why authors use evidence to support their claims.
  • RI.5.5, RI.6.5, RI.7.5, RI.8.5, RI.9-10.5: Analyze the authors' point of view and purpose.
  • WHST.6-8.9, WHST.9-12.9: Draw evidence from informational texts to support claims and create an argument.

Download today and empower your students to become critical thinkers and informed global citizens!

Bonus Tip: Encourage students to research specific Cold War events or themes related to the figures, fostering deeper understanding and independent learning

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2024 Presidential Election Bundle: Deep Dive & Classroom Debate Guide

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2024 Presidential Election Bundle: Deep Dive & Classroom Debate Guide

Bring the excitement of the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election into your high school classroom with this engaging bundle! This product includes two comprehensive resources designed to spark critical thinking and informed debate.

Resource 1: "Trump vs. Harris - A Deep Dive into Key Issues" This reading comprehension worksheet explores the key policies and positions of Donald Trump and Kamala Harris on major topics like immigration, healthcare, climate change, and the economy. Students will compare and contrast these views, developing an understanding of how different perspectives shape national debates. The worksheet includes multiple-choice, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and short-answer questions to test comprehension and critical thinking.

Resource 2: "2024 U.S. Presidential Election Political Survey & Classroom Debate Guide"
This survey and debate guide prompts students to answer 40 thought-provoking questions on a wide range of political issues. Based on their answers, students will reflect on their own political leanings and engage in classroom debates, using the facilitator's guide to encourage meaningful and respectful discussions.

Key Features:

  • Critical Thinking: Students analyze policies, reflect on their own beliefs, and engage in constructive debates.
  • Real-World Relevance: Lessons are based on current election topics, fostering civic engagement.
  • Versatility: Use in class discussions, homework, or even sub plans.
  • Comprehensive Activities: Includes analysis, debate, and reflection, ensuring that students deepen their understanding of politics.

Learning Objectives:

  • Analyze and evaluate the positions of political candidates on critical issues.
  • Develop and articulate informed opinions through discussion and writing.
  • Foster respectful debate and develop civic engagement.
  • Understand the impact of political decisions on society and the role of voting in a democracy.

Common Core Standards:

  • ELA Standards: RI.9-10.1, RI.9-10.8, SL.9-10.1, W.9-10.1
  • Social Studies Standards: D2.Civ.2.9-12, D2.Civ.6.9-12, D2.Pol.1.9-12

This bundle is an excellent resource for high school government, civics, and social studies classes. It’s perfect for guiding students through real-world political analysis and classroom debate, giving them the tools to become informed and engaged citizens.

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What is Democracy Activity

By Language Arts Excellence

A perfect conversation starter for Election Day or any time during your course on government or current events, this product features a thought-provoking lesson to help students articulate their current views on the definition of democracy. In this activity, they must choose between 6 different quotes about democracy and explain why the quote aligns with their own perspective. It is a great way to gain insight about your students' current attitudes in the midst of a higher level thinking activity. A digital version of the Democracy Talk worksheet is included to support distance learning and cut down on paper.

Product includes:

  • Comprehensive Lesson Plan
  • "Democracy Talk" Worksheet
  • 6 Corresponding "Democracy Quote" signs to hang up around your room
  • Digital Worksheet to support distance learning for use with Google Drive
  • Detailed instructions for accessing digital resource

This lesson is perfect for using during the 2020 Election, President's Day, or during any unit on current events, civics, or history!

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First Day of School Government Talk

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Now with digital worksheet to support distance learning!

This product features an engaging back to school Government Talk activity that will have your students thinking, writing, speaking, and moving all in one class period. A perfect conversation starter for the 2020 elections, the activity prompts students to choose between 6 different quotes about the role of government and articulate why the quote aligns with their perspective on the government. Use this lesson every year to set the tone for what you expect in class; it is a great way to gain insight about your students' current attitudes toward government while getting to know one another with a higher level thinking activity. We have also recently added a digital version of the Government Talk worksheet to support distance learning and cut down on paper.

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  • Comprehensive Lesson Plan
  • "Government" Worksheet
  • 6 Corresponding "Government Quote" signs to hang up around your room
  • Digital Worksheet to support distance learning for use with Google Drive - newly added!
  • Detailed instructions for accessing digital resource

This lesson is ideal for sparking conversations about the role of government during the 2020 elections!

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What is Feminism Activity

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What does it mean to be a feminist?

The perfect supplement to any unit on women's studies or current events, this product features a thought-provoking lesson to help students articulate what feminism means to them and to see how it varies widely (and often passionately) from person to person. In this activity, they must choose between 6 different quotes about feminism and explain why the quote aligns with their own perspective. It is a great way to gain insight about your students' current attitudes about what it means to be a feminist in the midst of a higher level thinking activity. A digital version of the Feminism Talk worksheet is included to support distance learning and cut down on paper.

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  • Comprehensive Lesson Plan
  • "Feminism Talk" Worksheet
  • 6 Corresponding "Feminism Quote" signs to hang up around your room
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What is Democracy Activity

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A perfect conversation starter for Election Day or any time during your course on government or current events, this product features a thought-provoking lesson to help students articulate their current views on the definition of democracy. In this activity, they must choose between 6 different quotes about democracy and explain why the quote aligns with their own perspective. It is a great way to gain insight about your students' current attitudes in the midst of a higher level thinking activity. A digital version of the Democracy Talk worksheet is included to support distance learning and cut down on paper.

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  • Comprehensive Lesson Plan
  • "Democracy Talk" Worksheet
  • 6 Corresponding "Democracy Quote" signs to hang up around your room
  • Digital Worksheet to support distance learning for use with Google Drive
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The 'Bill of Rights' Time Travel

By Sarah Austin

This resource will provide students with an engaging way to learn about the 'Bill of Rights'. In a critical reading activity, students will explore and understand the historical background of how each Constitutional Right came to exist. The provided reading is an easy to read, attention-grabbing resource. The second part of this lesson involves having students delve deeper into their analysis by completing a graphic organizer in which students will:

  1. Interpret each amendment.

  2. Summarize the historical background of why/how each amendment came to exist.

  3. Illustrate: Find an image/gif (or draw) that best depicts the meaning behind each of the 10 amendments. Be creative!!

SUPPLEMENTARY ACTIVITIES:

Option #1: This activity will have students vacillate between two different time periods: late 1700’s and current day. The slide presentation will guide students through the ‘Bill of Rights' reading AND prompt student discussion and debate as it surrounds the 1st, 2nd, 5th, & 8th amendments.

Option #2: The Bill of Right Rank-O- Meter will have students rank their Constitutional Rights in terms of importance. Working collaboratively, students will present and defend their analysis to their classmates.

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African American Freedom Post Civil War Reconstruct Document Based Question DBQ

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Freedom's Journey: A DBQ on African American Liberty After the Civil War

Delve into the complex journey of African American freedom with this engaging DBQ!
This meticulously crafted DBQ offers a comprehensive exploration of the extent to which African Americans achieved freedom following the Civil War. Through a carefully curated selection of primary sources, students will analyze the challenges, triumphs, and enduring struggles faced by African Americans in their pursuit of liberty.

Key Features:

  • Engaging Primary Sources: A diverse collection of primary sources, including excerpts from historical texts, images, and personal accounts, provide a firsthand glimpse into the experiences of African Americans during this transformative era.
  • Thought-Provoking Questions: Each primary source is accompanied by carefully crafted questions that encourage critical thinking and analysis.
  • Clear Directions and Rubric: Detailed instructions and a comprehensive rubric guide students through the DBQ process and help teachers assess their work effectively.
  • Real-World Relevance: The DBQ connects historical concepts to contemporary issues, fostering a deeper understanding of the enduring struggles for racial equality.
  • Versatile Use: Ideal for classroom instruction, independent study, or as a sub plan, this DBQ is adaptable to various teaching styles and learning needs.

Primary Sources

  1. Emancipation Proclamation (1863)
  2. Thirteenth Amendment (1865)
  3. Black Codes (1865-1867)
  4. Fourteenth Amendment (1868)
  5. Fifteenth Amendment (1870)
  6. Ku Klux Klan (1865-Present)
  7. Jim Crow Laws (1877-1960s)
  8. Plessy v. Ferguson (1896)
  9. The Experiences of a Sharecropper (Personal Account)
  10. Hiram Rhodes Revels (1827-1901)

Learning Objectives:

  • Analyze the challenges and triumphs faced by African Americans in the pursuit of freedom after the Civil War.
  • Evaluate the extent to which African Americans achieved freedom during this period.
  • Develop critical thinking skills through the analysis of primary sources.
  • Understand the historical context of the Civil Rights Movement and its enduring legacy.

Common Core Standards and Courses:
This DBQ aligns with the following Common Core Standards:

  • History/Social Studies: Analyze primary sources to construct and support arguments.
  • Language Arts: Analyze the author's purpose in a nonfiction text.
  • English Language Arts: Produce clear, coherent, and focused writing.

Recommended Courses:

  • American History
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