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Step-by-Step How-To for complete film writing analysis. This 36 page guide has two parts: Getting Started and Writing Your Essay. This easy-to-follow guide includes: What is film analysis? Literary Analysis and Film Concepts Getting Started How to Watch and Take Notes Audience Theme Emotions Writing Your Essay Introduction Plot Summary Body Paragraphs Setting Mood Characters Film Techniques Sound Lighting Symbolism Foreshadowing, Directors and Writers Using Film Quotes Conclusion Peer Workshopping Activity slides for: planning, writing theme and subject, introduction, body paragraphs, conclusion Excellent for flipped classrooms, homeschooling, online learners, literacy centers, individual and group learning.

“One cannot and must not try to erase the past merely because it does not fit the present.” ~ Golda Meir Make your social studies classroom pop with this set of 25 beautifully-made posters featuring quotes about history! Each 7.5 x 7.5 (square) PDF poster contains a provocative quote imposed over a stunning photograph that will spruce up your history classroom. The square format is reminiscent of Instagram and makes for an eye-catching arrangement on your wall or bulletin board. I suggest laminating the posters and using them year after year! Quotes from famous figures such as: Thomas Jefferson Martin Luther King Jr. Bertolt Brecht Golda Meir Daisaku Ikeda Karl Marx Edmund Burke Robin Hobb Napoleon Bonaparte Winston Churchill Julian Barnes Confucius __________________________________________________________________________ Also, check out this best-selling "History Talk" activity for your history classroom! "History Talk" Activity More beautifully-crafted quote posters for your classroom by Language Arts Excellence: 50 Motivational Quote Posters 50 Famous Author Quote Posters The Alchemist Quote Posters

This is a great way to get your students excited about studying a historical or current figure. Students use research and inference skills to create a resume for a historical or current figure. The example given is Mao Zedong's Resume'. Students will create an objective as to what job the character is applying. The character's education, work experience, etc. will be included. This will enhance the student's comprehension of who the character is and/or was.

This lesson comes complete with a resume layout pdf form for a simple printout as a guide sheet as well as a fillable PDF that can be given to students to fill in at a computer. for easy modifications. a resume' activity sheet, example resume, and grading rubric.

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A FUN WAY TO INTRODUCE A STUDY 20TH CENTURY PEOPLE AND EVENTS!

Save yourself hours and hours of planning with this all-in-one, ready-to-use PowerPoint.

Students will love this PowerPoint! This lesson engages students with the incorporation of music, as students watch the Powerpoint.

Through this PowerPoint, students will become aware of people and events that played an integral part in shaping the 20th Century. It is encouraging that the teacher removes or mutes the free song included in the PowerPoint and plays Billy Joel's 1989 Hit: We Didn't Start The Fire, which depicts major events and people who influence the 20th Century written about in Joel's song.

NOTE: The song on the PowerPoint is a free song, but can be removed or muted in order to play Billy Joel's We Didn't Start the Fire, easily downloaded on iTunes or can be obtained using Pandora or Spotify. Legality reason will not allow one to sell a copyrighted song in their materials.

This lesson took 4+ hours to plan, design, and tweaked.

INCLUDES

· Introduction PowerPoint (54 slides with music that can be removed and replaced with Billy Joel's We Didn't Start the Fire)

Joel's song addresses people and events beginning with Harry Truman, Doris Day, Red China, Johnnie Ray; to Sugar Ray, Panmunjom Brando, "The King and I", and "The Catcher in the Rye;" to Joseph Stalin, Princess Grace, Trouble in the Suez.

Early 1900's through the 1980s.

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Use the 5 Geography Themes of geography to captivate your students to explore today's, world — from North America to Africa to Asia and beyond. Take a journey into the world's current political, social, and cultural situations. Students will learn about current situations and issues going on in our world today while exploring and or reviewing the 5 Geographical Themes through this geography lesson. Students will be provided a choice board, which has been shown to improve remote learning in our virtual classrooms, increasing student engagement and ownership, and even making our students more eager to dig into their assessments and homework.

This a higher-level thinking skill assignment for grades 6-12 and can be modified by the instructor for various learning levels. Incorporates students**' creative side and provides hands-on learning** to reach all different types of learners.

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• Teacher detailed, guided instructions

• 5 Geographical Themes Reading Activity (Illustrated pages)

• Student Choice Board

• Grading Rubric

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How important is teaching globalization and economic interdependence?

Globalization and Interdependence describes the relationships of mutual dependence between all elements and life forms (including humans) within and across cultures, environments, and social systems. Today, more than ever before, globalization and interdependence are part of our everyday local lives. We are linked to others on every continent even if we don't realize it. We are linked through social media and telecommunications, the movement of people and ideas (culture), international trade, the environment as we share the planet, and through international political relations and regulations. The easiest way to teach interdependence no matter one's age is to address international trade. Help your students understand globalization and interdependence through this lesson Economic Interdependence and Globalization.

Note: This lesson has been reviewed by multiple geography teachers.

OBJECTIVE:
• The learner will understand the purpose of globalization.
• The learner will understand economic interdependence through international trade.
• The learner will be able to explain the difference between imports and exports.
• The learner will be able to identify cause and effect of economic interdependence and international
trade.

MATERIALS:
• Student Globalization and Economic Interdependence Reading Activity • Let’s Trade Game Instructions and Game Cards
• Space for students to stand in a large circle
• Large Ball of Yarn
• Exit Cards

PREPARATION:
• Print out the Global Trade & Economic Interdependence card, cut, and laminate
• Roll the yard into a large ball to make it easy to toss.

LESSON INCLUDES

• Introduction
• Detailed Teacher Instructions
• Preparation Instructions
• Procedure
• Closure/Wrap-Up/Evaluation
• Enrichment Activity & Printable Chart need to complete it
• Student Reading Activity
• Class Game & Game Instruction Sheet
• Game Cards
• Exit Cards

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No two students enter a classroom with identical abilities, experiences, and needs. Learning style, language proficiency, background knowledge, readiness to learn, and other factors can vary widely within a single class group.

Need a lesson plan that motivates your students to** work cooperatively** while **self/peer teaching **through his/her own interests? Can't find time to spend hours creating a multiple intelligence's lesson? This lesson can be **used multiple times throughout the year **and is written to be versatile to almost any subject or topic being studied.

Differentiated instruction is based upon the belief that students learn best when they make connections between the curriculum and their diverse interests and experiences.

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• Teacher instructions
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In our global society, our students need to understand how **cultures are developed **and how they adapt to and adopt practices and beliefs from others through cultural diffusion. As students understand cultures vs subcultures, it will help them navigate and appreciate the diverse world we live in. In this lesson, students will look at "the American culture" vs its subcultures.

Students will enjoy working in **cooperative groups **to create a collage that illustrates various American subcultures. This activity will require them to use **higher-order thinking skills **as they analyze, compare, and evaluate American culture alongside its subcultures.

Additionally, students will complete a short preliminary assignment in which they will interpret a political cartoon. This approach caters to** visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners** in grades 5 through 12, ensuring that even older students will find it engaging!

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Take your students into today's world and its current environmental, human, and cultural situations.

Students will learn about current events in our world while exploring the 5 geographical themes — location, place, movement, human-environment interaction, and region. The five geography themes enable you to discuss and explain people, places, and environments of the past and present. This is a higher-level thinking skill assignment for grades 6-12 and can be modified by the instructor for various learning levels. Incorporates students' creative side and music, and provides hands-on learning to reach all different types of learners. All instructions and resources are included.

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• Teacher Detailed Instructions
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• 5 Themes Song
• Student Instruction sheets
• Home Assignment
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Teaching with comics and/or cartoons is a great way to get students engaged in their learning process. What kid doesn't like comic strips? Teaching students how to read and create political comics/cartoons requires not only the basics of blooms such as comprehension and understanding but encourages students to reach higher by applying and analyzing the details around the topic they are exploring.

This lesson is very versatile and can be used to cover a wide range of topics related to history, current or future events within the world geography, history, civics, etc. classrooms.

Includes all that is needed:

• Samples of political cartoons with analysis.

• Cartoon strip reproducible

• Speaking and thinking bubbles reproducible

• Detailed teacher instructions including introduction, procedure, and closure/evaluation

• Resources for digital classrooms

• How to analyze political cartoons handout

• Create a cartoon plan sheet

• Tone and Mood reproducible

Note: this lesson may take up to 90 minutes depending on the ability level and work-pace of your students.

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Unravel the Mysteries of the Incas: A Comprehensive Reading Comprehension Bundle!

Transport your students to the breathtaking heights of the Andes Mountains and into the heart of the fascinating Inca Empire! This captivating bundle of reading comprehension worksheets delves into the unique culture, achievements, and enduring legacy of the Inca people.

Explore a Range of Engaging Topics:

• Conquering Challenges: Discover how the Incas mastered a harsh environment, showcasing their ingenuity in architecture, agriculture, and engineering.
• Marvels of Machu Picchu: Unravel the secrets of this "Lost City of the Incas," from its construction techniques to its possible purpose and symbolic significance.
• Daily Life and Religion: Immerse yourself in the daily routines and spiritual beliefs of the Inca people who inhabited Machu Picchu.
• Communication and Record-Keeping: Uncover the intricate communication systems, including the Qhapaq Ñan road network, and the enigmatic Quipu knot-recording system.
• Divine Power and Kingship: Understand the central role of the sun god Inti in Inca religion and its connection to the Inca emperor's power.
• Military Might and Conflicts: Explore the organization and strategies of the Inca army, and delve into their encounters with other civilizations.
• Spanish Arrival and Lasting Impact: Analyze the arrival of the Spanish and its dramatic consequences, while examining the enduring legacy of the Inca culture.

Engage Students with:

• Multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions.
• Primary source analysis with thought-provoking discussion prompts.
• Comparisons and contrasts with other ancient civilizations.
• Comprehensive answer key for easy assessment.

Learning Objectives:

• Gain in-depth knowledge about various aspects of the Inca Empire, including its history, culture, achievements, and challenges.
• Analyze primary sources and develop critical thinking and research skills.
• Compare and contrast the Inca civilization with other societies, fostering historical understanding.
• Appreciate the ingenuity and resilience of the Inca people in the face of adversity.
• Understand the impact of cultural encounters and the lasting legacy of the Inca Empire.

Common Core Standards:

• Reading: RI.5.1, RI.5.2, RI.5.3, RI.5.4, RI.5.5, RI.5.6, RI.5.7, RI.5.8, RI.5.9, RI.5.10
• Writing: W.5.2, W.5.4, W.5.5, W.5.6, W.5.8
• Social Studies: SS.5.G.2.1, SS.5.G.3.1, SS.5.H.2.1, SS.5.H.4.1

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Unravel the Mysteries of the Maya: A Captivating Journey Through Their Lost Civilization

Embark on an extraordinary adventure into the heart of the Mayan world! This comprehensive reading comprehension worksheet delves into the captivating mysteries, groundbreaking achievements, and enduring legacy of this remarkable civilization. Explore their towering pyramids, decipher their complex writing system, and unravel the secrets of their daily life, rituals, and beliefs.

What's Inside:

• Immersive reading passage: Transports students to the peak of Mayan civilization, uncovering their fascinating cities, advanced knowledge, and unique cultural practices.
• Diverse question types: Multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions assess comprehension, analysis, and critical thinking skills.
• Primary source exploration: Analyze an excerpt from a historical text, strengthening source evaluation and historical understanding skills.
• Unveiling hidden wonders: Explore iconic sites like Chichen Itza and Tikal, comparing Mayan pyramids to other civilizations and delving into their astronomical significance.
• Beyond the surface: Discover the daily lives of the Maya, from their food and clothing to social structures and the fascinating history of chocolate.
• Decoding the cosmos: Understand the remarkable accuracy of the Mayan calendar system and its deep connection to their celestial observations.
• Leaders and legacies: Learn about the powerful Mayan rulers and their lasting impact on the civilization.
• Comprehensive answer key: Save time and ensure accuracy with a detailed answer key for all questions.

Learning Objectives:

• Analyze the key characteristics and achievements of Mayan civilization, including city-states, architecture, writing systems, and scientific advancements.
• Compare and contrast Mayan cultural practices, like ball games and rituals, with those of other civilizations.
• Evaluate the impact of astronomy on Mayan daily life, architecture, and calendar systems.
• Understand the complex social structure and daily lives of the Maya, including food, clothing, and the significance of chocolate.
• Explain the theories and ongoing research surrounding the decline and collapse of the Mayan civilization.
• Appreciate the enduring legacy of the Maya and their contributions to various fields of knowledge.
• Develop critical reading, comprehension, analysis, and evaluation skills.

Common Core Standards Addressed:

• RI.4.1, RI.5.1, RI.6.1: Read closely and determine what the text says explicitly and implicitly.
• RI.4.2, RI.5.2, RI.6.2: Determine central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development.
• RI.4.3, RI.5.3, RI.6.3: Analyze how and why authors use evidence to support their claims.
• RI.4.7, RI.5.7, RI.6.7: Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information.
• WHST.4.2, WHST.5.2, WHST.6.2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information.

A Comprehensive Guide to Ancient Greece: 16 Engaging Reading Comprehension Worksheets

Immerse your students in the captivating world of ancient Greece with this comprehensive bundle of 16 reading comprehension worksheets! Explore the rich history, culture, and lasting legacy of this influential civilization through engaging texts, primary sources, and thought-provoking questions.

Uncover the secrets of ancient Greece:

• Diverse Topics: Journey through the key aspects of ancient Greek history, from the rise of democracy in Athens to the epic tales of the Trojan War.
• Engaging Text: Accessible explanations bring ancient Greece to life, making it relevant and exciting for students.
• Primary Source Spotlight: Analyze excerpts from historical texts, gaining firsthand insights into the perspectives of ancient Greeks.
• Assessment for Mastery: Multiple-choice, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions solidify learning and encourage critical thinking.
• Guided Reading Activities: Enhance student engagement and understanding with suggested activities for each worksheet.
• Effortless Grading: Save valuable time with a comprehensive answer key included.

Key Themes and Topics:

• Athens and Democracy: This worksheet focuses on the development of democracy in Athens, including the Assembly, Council of 500, and Pericles' Funeral Oration.
• Spartan Society: This worksheet explores the unique characteristics of Spartan society, including its focus on military training, discipline, and the role of women.
• Greek Mythology: This worksheet introduces students to the major gods, heroes, and monsters of Greek mythology, discussing their significance in ancient Greek culture.
• Geography of Greece: This worksheet examines the impact of Greece's geography on its development, including the importance of mountains, islands, and the sea.
• The Acropolis: This worksheet focuses on the history and significance of the Acropolis, Athens' iconic hilltop monument.
• The Peloponnesian Wars: This worksheet discusses the causes, events, and consequences of the conflict between Athens and Sparta.
• Trojan War: This worksheet explores the legendary conflict between the Greeks and Trojans, as described in Homer's Iliad.
• Minoans and Mycenaeans: This worksheet introduces the precursor civilizations to Classical Greece, highlighting their contributions to art, architecture, and mythology.
• Alexander the Great. This worksheet discusses the life of Alexander the Great from early life to conquering lands.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will develop a strong foundation in ancient Greek history, culture, and society.
• Students will be able to identify key figures, events, and places in ancient Greece.
• Students will be able to analyze the contributions of ancient Greece to Western civilization.
• Students will be able to compare and contrast different aspects of ancient Greek life and society.
• Students will be able to evaluate the impact of ancient Greece on the world today.

Common Core Standards Addressed:

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.4.1-8.1 Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.2 Determine the central ideas or author's purpose of a primary source document.

• SS.4.H.2.1-2.4 Analyze historical events, individuals, and civilizations.

• SS.5.G.2.1-2.4 Describe geographical features, historical events, and the roles of government in different societies.

• SS.6.G.2.2 Analyze the ways in which geography, economics, and political structures influenced the development of a civilization.

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The Judicial Branch Bundle: Unraveling Justice, One Case at a Time!

Empower your students to become courtroom experts! This captivating bundle of reading comprehension worksheets delves into the fascinating world of the Judicial Branch.

Unpack the Power of Each Court:

• The Supreme Court: Ultimate Interpreter: Explore how the highest court interprets laws and the Constitution.
• Original Jurisdiction: Where Cases Begin: Discover which federal courts have the power to hear specific cases first.
• Appeals Court: Second Chances: Unravel the process of appealing decisions from lower courts.
• Judicial Review: Checking the Power: Learn how courts ensure a balance of power between the branches of government.
• Unconstitutional? The Court Decides!: Examine the power of courts to strike down laws deemed unlawful.
• Independent Judges: Why It Matters: Understand the importance of an independent judiciary.
• The Judicial Branch: A Balancing Act: Explore how the judicial branch works with the other branches to maintain a just system.

Engage Your Students with:

• Informative Reading Passages: Clear and concise explanations of key concepts.
• Guided Reading Questions: Promote critical thinking and analysis.
• Real-World Examples: Landmark Supreme Court cases illustrate legal principles.
• Assessment Activities: Multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions reinforce understanding.
• Detailed Answer Key: Saves you time and ensures accurate grading.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will define the structure and functions of the federal court system.
• Students will explain the roles of the Supreme Court, appeals courts, and district courts.
• Students will analyze the concept of judicial review and its impact on American government.
• Students will evaluate the importance of an independent judiciary.
• Students will identify real-world examples of landmark Supreme Court decisions.
• Students will develop critical thinking skills by analyzing legal concepts and scenarios.

Common Core State Standards Alignment:

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6.1 Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text. (6th Grade)
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.7.1 Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text. (7th Grade)
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.8.1 Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text. (8th Grade)
• SS.7.C.2.2. Explain the role of the federal court system, including the Supreme Court, in interpreting laws and resolving disputes.

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U.S. Imperialism Reading Comprehension Bundle: 10 Worksheets on Key Historical Events and Themes

Dive deep into the rise of U.S. imperialism with this comprehensive reading comprehension bundle that covers 10 key events in American history. This bundle provides high school history teachers with a valuable resource for teaching U.S. expansion, foreign policy, and the ethical dilemmas of imperialism. Each worksheet includes a well-researched passage, multiple-choice questions, matching exercises, fill-in-the-blank activities, and short-answer questions—all complete with answer keys. Plus, every worksheet features a primary source analysis to encourage critical thinking and engagement with historical documents.

What’s Included:
"The Philippine War: U.S. Foreign Expansion and Its Impact"

Covers U.S. expansion into the Philippines, the brutal tactics used, and the consequences for both the U.S. and the Filipino population.

"Annexation of Hawaii: America’s Step Toward Global Dominance"

Examines the U.S.-backed overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy and the effects of annexation on indigenous Hawaiian culture and governance.

"The Sinking of the USS Maine: Catalyst for the Spanish-American War"
Analyzes how the USS Maine explosion led to the Spanish-American War, fueled by media exaggeration and misinformation.

"The Spanish-American War: America’s Path to Global Power"
Explores U.S. interventions in Cuba and the Philippines and the consequences of U.S. imperialism in the aftermath of the war.

"Yellow Journalism: How the Press Fueled the Spanish-American War"
Investigates how sensationalized reporting in the U.S. media influenced public opinion and helped drive the country to war.

"The Rough Riders: Theodore Roosevelt’s Volunteer Cavalry in the Spanish-American War"
Discusses the romanticized history of the Rough Riders and how their actions were glorified at the expense of the local Cuban population.

"Big Stick Diplomacy: Theodore Roosevelt and U.S. Foreign Policy"
Delves into Roosevelt’s use of military intimidation in Latin America and the impact of U.S. dominance over smaller nations.

"The Panama Canal: Engineering a Path to U.S. Global Dominance"

Covers the U.S. acquisition of the Panama Canal, focusing on the questionable ethics of U.S. intervention and the exploitation of labor.

"The Open Door Policy: U.S. Trade Expansion in Asia"
Examines the U.S. promotion of trade in China while disregarding Chinese sovereignty, with a focus on the long-term consequences of economic domination.

"U.S. Involvement in China: The Boxer Rebellion and Beyond"
Analyzes U.S. intervention in the Boxer Rebellion, the imposition of reparations, and the exploitation of China by foreign powers.

Key Features:

• Primary source analysis in each worksheet helps students develop skills in interpreting historical documents and understanding the perspectives of the time.
• Variety of question types: multiple-choice, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and short-answer questions for comprehensive review and assessment.
• Answer keys included for easy grading and review.
• No visuals required, making these worksheets accessible for remote learning or independent study.
• Guided reading sections that dive deep into the ethical issues surrounding U.S. foreign policy and imperialism.

Learning Objectives:

• Analyze key moments in U.S. imperialism and its impact on global power dynamics.
• Understand the ethical dilemmas and consequences of U.S. expansion for indigenous populations and other nations.
• Develop skills in reading comprehension, primary source analysis, and critical thinking.
• Engage in discussions about the influence of media, foreign policy, and military interventions.

A Great Tool For:

• Sub plans that encourage independent learning and critical thinking.
• Deeper learning for students who want to explore U.S. history and foreign policy in greater detail.
• Review sessions before exams on U.S. history, imperialism, or media studies.
• Use in AP U.S. History classes or World History courses exploring imperialism and global interactions.

Common Core Standards Covered:

• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.9-10.1: Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources.
• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.11-12.9: Integrate information from diverse sources into a coherent understanding of an event.
• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.WHST.9-10.9: Draw evidence from informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.

Perfect For:

• High school U.S. History or World History classes
• AP U.S. History
• Government or Media Studies units focusing on the ethics of media influence and foreign intervention

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Industrial Revolution Titans: Heroes or Villains? (Reading Comprehension & Discussion Guide)

Unleash a debate about the most influential figures of the Industrial Revolution! This comprehensive reading comprehension worksheet dives deep into the lives and legacies of 10 key figures, exploring their contributions, controversies, and lasting impact on society. Were they visionary leaders or ruthless exploiters?

What's Included:

• 10 engaging reading passages on:
  • J.P. Morgan: The financial titan who shaped the American economy.
  • Henry Ford: The automotive pioneer who revolutionized manufacturing.
  • Alexander Graham Bell: The inventor who transformed communication.
  • Cornelius Vanderbilt: The railroad magnate who connected the nation.
  • Andrew Carnegie: The steel tycoon whose legacy is both celebrated and criticized.
  • The Wright Brothers: The aviation pioneers who took flight.
  • John D. Rockefeller: The oil tycoon and controversial monopolist.
  • Eugene V. Debs: The labor leader and socialist who fought for workers' rights.
  • The Kellogg Brothers: The cereal entrepreneurs who revolutionized breakfast.
  • Thomas Edison: The prolific inventor who lit up the world.
• A primary source excerpt for each figure, providing authentic historical context.
• Multiple-choice, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions designed to assess reading comprehension, critical thinking, and historical analysis skills.
• A detailed answer key for easy grading.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will analyze the impact of key figures on the Industrial Revolution.
• Students will evaluate the ethical implications of business practices during this era.
• Students will understand the concept of monopolies and their effects on society.
• Students will develop critical thinking skills by analyzing primary sources and considering multiple perspectives.
• Students will engage in historical debate by evaluating the complex legacies of these figures.

Common Core Standards Addressed:

• RI.5.1-6.1: Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly and inferences drawn from the text.
• RI.5.2-6.2: Determine a central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text, providing an objective summary of the text.
• RI.5.3-6.3: Analyze in detail the structure of a specific passage in a text, including how it contributes to the overall purpose of the text.
• RI.5.6-6.6: Explain how an author's point of view or purpose shapes the content of a text.
• SS.5.7-6.7: Explain the impact of technological innovations and business leaders on the development of the United States in the 19th century.

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“China: One Question, Five Generational Perspectives” is a set of resources delving into the changing politics of the Chinese leadership over a seventy year period. This resource contains five files:

Google Slides (31 slides)

Highlighting the background and achievement of five generational Chinese leaders; Mao Zedong, Deng Xiao Ping, Jiang Zemin, Hu Jintao, and Xi Jinping.

• Part 1 gives a summary and major achievements of each 
• Part 2 Major differences, developments, and contradictions between generational leadership
• Part 3 looks at ten major changes from Mao to Xi and also ten things that have changed very little over the last 70 years.

Google Doc (12 pages)

The purpose of the document is to provide comparative insights on various questions as if answered by five significant Chinese leaders: Mao Zedong, Deng Xiaoping, Jiang Zemin, Hu Jintao, and Xi Jinping at the time of their leadership. Each response embodies the philosophies and policies prevalent during each leader's tenure.

The responses to the 10 questions posed have been generated using AI. This particular bot was prompted to:

1. Develop and present unique responses to each question asked, with each response reflecting the distinct leadership style and era of the specified Chinese leader.
2. Maintain historical accuracy and incorporate relevant ideologies and key events that would influence each leader's answer.

The questions asked were as follows;

1. What is your primary objective for China's national development and what strategies do you employ to achieve it?
2. How do you define the role and power of the Chinese Communist Party in governing the country, and how does this shape your approach to political reforms?
3. What is your assessment of China's relationship with the United States, and how do you seek to manage this critical bilateral tie?
4. How do you plan to address the growing socioeconomic disparities within China, particularly between urban and rural areas, and among different regions?
5. What is your vision for strengthening China's international influence and global standing, and what specific foreign policy tools do you utilize?
6. How do you balance the imperatives of economic growth and modernization with the imperative of maintaining social stability and ideological control?
7. What is your stance on the role of individual rights, civil liberties, and pluralism within the Chinese political and social framework?
8. How do you seek to promote traditional Chinese culture and values on the global stage, and what is the relationship between this and your nationalist agenda?
9. What are your key strategies for addressing China's environmental degradation and ensuring sustainable development for the future?
10. How do you envision the evolution of China's relationship with its ethnic minority populations, particularly in regions like Xinjiang and Tibet?

Google Doc (3 Pages)

Suggestions for potential lessons, activities and projects (20 suggestions in all).

Google Forms (2)

1. Slide-related Google Form (6 multiple choice questions, 6 short-answer questions, 2 open-ended questions)
2. Doc-related Google Form (6 multiple choice questions, 6 short-answer questions, 2 open-ended questions)

Teaching map projections can be challenging. This lesson is an easy way to give students the foundation they need to understand what map projections are and how each has its own level of accuracies and distortions based on the size and shape of land masses and measurement/distance between points. This works very well with my students and is a fund group cooperative activity that requires higher-level thinking skills and or helps students develop higher-level thinking skills by analyzing various map projections, and determining their accuracies and distortions.

LESSON: MAP PROJECTIONS: WHICH ONE WOULD YOU USE?

GRADE LEVEL: 7-12th

TIME FRAME: 90-120 MINUTES (TWO 60-MINUTE CLASS PERIODS)

TYPE OF ACTIVITY: GROUP COOPERATION ACTIVITY
NOTE: ADJUST MARGINS UNDER PAGE SETUP BEFORE PRINTING or SCALE TO FIT TO AVOID GRAPHICS FROM BEING CUT OFF.

OBJECTIVE:

• The learner will familiarize his/herself with the following map projections: Robinson Projections, Mercator Projections, Goode Projection, & Hammer Projection
• The learner will understand theaccuracies and distortions of flat map projections.
• The learner will understand the three variables of map projections: Shape, size &
  distance.
• The learner will investigate and explore various map projections to determine their accuracies and distortions.
• The learner will be able to determine what map projections can be used for accuracies of size, shape & distance.

MATERIALS:

• Presentation: Google slide format & PowerPoint presentation (included in zip file).
• Comparison Chart Listening Chart (1 per student)
• Activity Instructional Sheet: Map It! (1 per group)
• Internet connections to obtain a copy of map projections. (For each group)
• Printer to be able to print the map projection.
• Poster boards or butcher paper are cut into the size of poster boards. (One per group)
• Rubric: Map It Group Presentation
• Provide students with glue, markers, crayons, colored pencils, rulers, and scissors.

PREPARATION:

• Review the presentation and be prepared to discuss the accuracies and distortions of the maps presented.
• Make a copy of the listening guide for each student.
• Have students bring posterboards for group assignments or cut butcher paper into
  poster board size pieces.
• Make a copy of the Activity Instructional Sheet: Map It! 1 per group.
• Make sure your students will have access to the internet to find a map projection
  to examine and a printer that will allow them to print off the map projection.
• Print a rubric for each group so they know the requirements.

CLASSROOM SETUP:

• A desk and or table will be set up for students to work in teams of two’s, three’s, or with whatever the instructor feels comfortable.

INTRODUCTION: (10 minutes)

• PowerPoint Presentation or Google Slide Show (This is the same presentation)
• The PowerPoint presentation is included in the zip file.
• GOOGLE DOC SLIDE SHOW -- will receive with the purchase

PROCEDURE: (Group Reading Activity—30 minutes)
Divide the class into groups. Provide each group with the Instruction sheet: Map It! As well as a rubric, poster board, crayons, colored pencils, markers, glue, a ruler and scissors. Explain the instructions to the class based on the Instruction Sheet: Map It. Review what the group needs to present during their group presentation using the grading rubric.

CLOSURE / EVALUATION: (20-30 minutes)
Students will present as a group their findings regarding their map projection.

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This 80+ question assessment is a great way to evaluate what your students know going into the school year, what they have learned during the first semester as well as what knowledge and skills they have gained by the end of the school year.

Why waste precious time creating a thorough and effective test when it has already been done for you? Use this clean and well-put-together assessment over and over again throughout the school year to assess your students.

Comes with questions, a student answer sheet, and a teacher's key. Covers a wide variety of concepts such as map and graph reading, culture, government, economics, basic map reading skills, and religion. Took 8 hours to compile the test.

To save paper, make a class copy of the test and print out an answer sheet, one for each student. Have students write their name on the back of the last page of the test booklet just in case it is written in.

Please note: if you find this test is long for your group of students, please know that by modifying it (copying and pasting it to a new Word document the questions you wish for your students to answer), I do not consider this breach of copyright for any of my lessons. I expect that all teachers will modify, to a point, my resources to meet their students' needs and abilities. This assessment is "thorough" in order to give you an accurate understanding of what your students already know. It was created for the purpose of using itat the beginning of the year, mid-year, and end-of-year to measure what your students have learned.

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A FUN WAY TO INTRODUCE A STUDY 20TH CENTURY PEOPLE AND EVENTS!

Save yourself hours and hours of planning with this all-in-one, ready-to-use lesson. This lesson includes the PowerPoint & Listening Guide.

** A zip file reader is needed to open the file**

Students will love this PowerPoint & Listening Guide! This lesson engages students with the incorporation of music and collaboration, as students watch the Powerpoint and work with their teammates to answer the questions on the Bingo Listening Guides.

Through this lesson, students will view a PowerPoint and use the Bingo Listening Guide as the introduction to the lesson, students will experience Billy Joel's 1989 Hit: We Didn't Start The Fire, which depicts major events and people who influence the 20th Century.

NOTE:The song on the PowerPoint is a free song, but can be removed or muted in order to play Billy Joel's We Didn't Start the Fire, easily downloaded on iTunes or can be obtained using Pandora or Spotify. Legality reason will not allow one to sell a copyrighted song in their materials.

This lesson took 5+ hours to plan, design, and tweaked.

INCLUDES

· Introduction PowerPoint (54 slides with music that can be removed)

· Detailed written instruction for the teacher: Introduction, procedure, wrap-up and
more!

· PowerPoint Bingo Listening Guides (3 variations)

· Copies of Song Lyrics - copies for groups

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