Less than $5 Homeschool European History Worksheets (by date, latest first)

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

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Use this crossword puzzle and word search combo to review key terms relating to The Middle Ages! Answer Keys included!

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Engage Students with a Detailed Exploration of the Protestant Reformation!

This comprehensive Protestant Reformation PowerPoint lesson, complete with guided notes, provides an in-depth look at one of the most pivotal events in European history. Perfect for World History or European History classes, this resource covers key figures, events, and causes of the Protestant Reformation in an engaging and easy-to-understand format.

With visually appealing slides and ready-to-use notes, this resource is designed to help students grasp the complex religious, political, and social changes that the Reformation sparked. It’s an ideal tool for whole-class instruction, review, or independent study.

What’s Included:

• PowerPoint Presentation: Covers the causes, key figures,
• major events, and consequences of the Protestant Reformation.
• Guided Notes for Students: A ready-made note-taking template that follows the PowerPoint, helping students stay organized and engaged throughout the lesson.
• Discussion Questions: Thought-provoking questions to encourage classroom debate and deeper understanding of the Reformation's impact.
• Primary Source Excerpts: Includes brief primary sources like excerpts from the 95 Theses, allowing students to interact with historical texts.
• Classroom-Ready: Perfect for in-person or virtual learning, this PowerPoint and guided notes combo is ready to implement in your classroom immediately.

Topics Covered:

• Causes of the Protestant Reformation: Corruption in the Catholic Church, indulgences, and the rise of humanism.
• Key Figures who played a major role in reshaping the religious landscape of Europe.
• Effects of the Reformation: The division of Christianity, the creation of new denominations, and the long-term political and social changes

Use this crossword puzzle and word search combo to review key terms relating to The Industrial Revolution! Answer Keys included!

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Engage your students with this thought-provoking worksheet, designed to deepen their understanding of Elie Wiesel’s experiences as described in his memoir, Night. Through a powerful excerpt and historical background, students will explore themes of dehumanization, fear, and resilience. This worksheet includes comprehension questions that encourage critical thinking, helping students connect with the text and reflect on the impact of the Holocaust. Perfect for both print and Google Doc formats, this resource is ideal for middle and high school classrooms studying Holocaust literature, memoirs, or themes of social justice.

Includes:

• Background information on Elie Wiesel and his journey during the Holocaust
• An excerpt from Night describing his arrival at Auschwitz
• Six detailed questions to assess comprehension and promote analysis
• Suitable for individual or group work, in-class discussion, or homework assignments

Empower your students to think critically and compassionately as they engage with this moving piece of history.

Use this crossword puzzle and word search combo to review key terms relating to The French Revolution! Answer Keys included!

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Use this crossword puzzle and word search combo to review key terms relating to The Renaissance and Reformation! Answer Keys included!

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Great resource to introduce or summarize the concept of imperialism. Warm Up, Reading Passage with Questions, and two map activities to help students visualize the Age of Imperialism!

Use this crossword puzzle and word search combo to review key terms relating to The Age of Imperialism! Answer Keys included!

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Two great activities that would span five lessons about the famous Spanish conquistador and explorer responsible for the downfall of the Aztec Empire, Hernán Cortés. Perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade.

NO PREP is needed!

Firstly, there is a close reading activity where children need to read through an informational text, and then answer comprehension and grammar questions, before completing an extension activity. Secondly, there is a biography writing unit which has been split into four separate lessons of reading, sorting and writing.

Included in the close reading activity:

• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with eight varied questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• An answer page for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword puzzle & wordsearch activity to consolidate learning
• A ready-made Easel activity perfect for distance learning

Included in the biography writing unit:

• Four fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into paragraphs
• Writing templates for four draft paragraphs
• Two prompt sheets for students to write their introduction and conclusion
• A template for students to write up their neat biography text

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• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Creative writing sessions
• Guided reading sessions
• Reading & writing interventions
• Assessment practice
• Emergency sub plans

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A close reading passage with a teacher presentation, comprehension and grammar questions, a multiple choice quiz, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about the life of famous Mongolian Emperor, Genghis Khan.

The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn key facts about the famous ruler whilst working on their comprehension skills.

Included in this PDF printable resource:

• A teacher presentation to introduce the subject

• An informational text

• A comprehension activity with ten questions

• Two grammar questions about the text

• An extension writing activity

• A multiple choice quiz with seven questions

• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use

• A crossword puzzle to consolidate learning

• A wordsearch puzzle

• An Easel activity for distance learning

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The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document.

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A close reading passage with a teacher presentation, comprehension and grammar questions, a multiple choice quiz, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about the French Emperor and legendary military commander, Napoleon Bonaparte.

The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn key facts about the famous leader whilst working on their comprehension skills.

Included in this PDF printable resource:

• A teacher presentation to introduce the subject
• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with ten questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• A multiple choice quiz with seven questions
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword puzzle to consolidate learning
• A wordsearch puzzle
• An Easel activity for distance learning

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The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document.

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A close reading passage with a teacher presentation, comprehension and grammar questions, a multiple choice quiz, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about the Prime Minister of Great Britain during World War 2, Winston Churchill.

The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn key facts about the famous leader whilst working on their comprehension skills.

Included in this PDF printable resource:

• A teacher presentation to introduce the subject
• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with ten questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• A multiple choice quiz with seven questions
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword puzzle to consolidate learning
• A wordsearch puzzle
• An Easel activity for distance learning

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The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document.

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A close reading passage with a teacher presentation, comprehension and grammar questions, a multiple choice quiz, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about the leader of Italy during World War II, Benito Mussolini.

The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn key facts about the Italian dictator whilst working on their comprehension skills.

Included in this PDF printable resource:

• A teacher presentation to introduce the subject
• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with ten questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• A multiple choice quiz with seven questions
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword puzzle to consolidate learning
• A wordsearch puzzle
• An Easel activity for distance learning

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The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document.

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A biography writing unit about the life of the famous Spanish conquistador and explorer, Hernán Cortés. The NO PREP unit has been split into four separate lessons and is perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade.

Included in this PDF printable resource:

• Three fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into paragraphs
• Writing templates for four draft paragraphs
• Two prompt sheets for students to write their introduction and conclusion
• A template for students to write up their neat biography text
• A crossword puzzle & wordsearch activity to consolidate learning

If you would like to add another lesson, download the Hernan Cortes Close Reading Activity*.** This would give the students more background knowledge before they start writing the biography.*

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The first lesson is interactive and involves students cutting out facts, and then sorting these facts into paragraphs. In the second lesson the students need to use these facts to write four paragraphs. Then, in the third lesson children need to choose the most important facts and include these in an introduction; after this they need to answer several questions on a prompt sheet before writing up their conclusion. In the final lesson students need to check their draft paragraphs for mistakes before writing up their work on to a neat copy on the template provided.

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A World War 2 close reading passage with a teacher presentation, comprehension and grammar questions, a multiple choice quiz, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about the evacuation of Allied forces from Dunkirk and The Battle of Britain that followed.

The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn key facts about the evacuation from Dunkirk and the Battle of Britain whilst working on their comprehension skills.

Included in this PDF printable resource:

• A teacher presentation to introduce the subject
• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with ten questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• A multiple choice quiz with seven questions
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword puzzle to consolidate learning
• A wordsearch puzzle
• An Easel activity for distance learning

For a digital version of this resource that students can complete on tablets, phones and computers download the Dunkirk & the Battle of Britain Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 5th & 6th Grade.

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• Emergency sub plans

The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document.

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A close reading passage with a teacher presentation, comprehension and grammar questions, a multiple choice quiz, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about the famous ruler from Ancient Rome, Julius Caesar.

The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn key facts about the famous figure and Ancient Rome whilst working on their comprehension skills.

Included in this PDF printable resource:

• A teacher presentation to introduce the subject
• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with ten questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• A multiple choice quiz with seven questions
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword puzzle to consolidate learning
• A wordsearch puzzle
• An Easel activity for distance learning

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Unveil Schindler's Humanity: 20 Insightful "Schindler's List" Questions Confront the horrors and hope of the Holocaust through this poignant set of 20 "Schindler's List" questions. Designed to follow the film's emotional journey, these prompts will spark dialogue, challenge perspectives, and leave a lasting impression.

• Chronological Exploration: Questions unfold alongside the film's powerful narrative, allowing viewers to analyze key moments and character choices scene by scene.
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Beyond the Barbed Wire: Unveiling the Holocaust's Geographic Reach

Deepen your students' understanding of the Holocaust with this impactful reading comprehension worksheet. Explore the diverse experiences of Jews across Nazi-occupied Europe, venturing beyond the confines of concentration camps. Through a compelling narrative, a moving survivor account, and thought-provoking analysis questions, students will grapple with the widespread nature of the Holocaust's horrors.

What's Included:

• A captivating exploration of the Holocaust's reach across Europe, examining the persecution of Jews in ghettos, by Einsatzgruppen mobile killing units, and through forced labor.
• A firsthand account from Luba Rubinstein, a Holocaust survivor, offering a glimpse into the harsh realities of life within a ghetto.
• Engaging analysis questions that delve into the primary source and its connection to the Holocaust's geographical scope.
• A variety of assessments including multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions to solidify learning and critical thinking.
• Answer key for efficient grading.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will analyze the diverse experiences of Jews during the Holocaust, extending beyond concentration camps.
• Students will evaluate the widespread nature of Nazi persecution across Europe, including ghettos and Einsatzgruppen killings.
• Students will develop a deeper understanding of the suffering inflicted on Jewish communities through various methods.
• Students will appreciate the importance of remembering the Holocaust in its entirety to honor the victims.

Common Core Standards Aligned:

• RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
• RI.5.2: Determine the central ideas or author's purpose of a text and analyze their development over the course of the text, including how it progresses through leads, transitions, and sequences of events.
• RI.5.3: Explain the relationships between a series of historical events and the causes and effects of those events.
• RI.5.6: Analyze the author's point of view in a text and distinguish it from the facts presented.
• SS.5.6: The Holocaust and its causes and effects

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Against All Odds: Uncovering Acts of Resistance During the Holocaust

Ignite curiosity and spark critical thinking in your classroom with this captivating reading comprehension worksheet on the Holocaust. Students delve into courageous defiance against the Nazi regime, exploring the motivations behind resistance, the power of hope, and the enduring legacies of these heroes. Through compelling narratives, firsthand accounts, and insightful analysis questions, this resource fosters a deeper understanding of this pivotal historical era.

What's Included:

• A captivating narrative exploring the various forms of resistance undertaken by Jews and non-Jews during the Holocaust.
• A powerful primary source excerpt from Abraham Genow, a Warsaw Ghetto Uprising fighter, offering a poignant perspective on the fight for freedom.
• Engaging analysis questions that encourage critical thinking about the source and its significance.
• Varied assessments including multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions to assess comprehension and critical thinking skills.
• Answer key for efficient grading.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will be able to explain the different forms of resistance employed by Jews and non-Jews during the Holocaust.
• Students will analyze the motivations behind these acts of defiance, considering the extreme dangers involved.
• Students will explore the significance of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising as a symbol of resistance.
• Students will understand the lasting impact of resistance efforts on the fight against oppression and the fight for human dignity.

Common Core Standards Aligned:

• RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
• RI.5.2: Determine the central ideas or author's purpose of a text and analyze their development over the course of the text, including how it progresses through leads, transitions, and sequences of events.
• RI.5.3: Explain the relationships between a series of historical events and the causes and effects of those events.
• RI.5.6: Analyze the author's point of view in a text and distinguish it from the facts presented.
• SS.5.6: The Holocaust and its causes and effects

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