Middle School World History Activities

Your students are likely familiar with Ancient Greek mythology, so why not challenge them to write their own myths? This ready-to-print and ready-to-teach resource has your students in the author's seat as they create their own myths!

This resource includes:

• An editable lesson plan
• Writing instructions and a storyboard template
• Three sample storyboards for explanation myths, entertainment myths, and moral myths,
• An editable rubric for the assignment
• A list of enrichment and extension activities to use with the assignment

You can use this writing assignment for center activities, small group review activities, extensions, sub plans, portfolio assignments, English Language Arts collaboration, and many more!

Engaging Back to School Activity:

Students will be complete an engaging introduction to sixth grade Social Studies standards. They can work with a partner, a team, or by themselves to answer questions focused on four social studies topics: history, civics & government, geography, and economics. These questions will help students show their previous knowledge concerning 6th grade social studies. This activity is a more engaging than a pre-test.

Teachers can choose to have students check their work after they finish each challenge in order to earn parts of a puzzle. Completed puzzles could be turned in for prizes. There is also a completed prize card provided.

Students can work at their own pace as teachers have topic labels which can be displayed throughout the classroom to show students where to find their next challenge.

When the challenge is complete, students can complete follow up questions to review the Back to School, Beginning of the Year Escape Room. These could be used as written assignments or to lead class discussion.

Aligns with Indiana Social Studies Standards: 6.H.1, 6.H.5, 6.H.7, 6.H.11, 6.C.1, 6.C.2, 6.C.3, 6.C.4, 6.C.5, 6.G.1, 6.E.1, 6.E.2, 6.E.3.

What's included:

• Teacher instructions.
• Challenge templates.
• Code recording sheet (two sizes).
• Prize card (b&w and color).
• Prize puzzle (b&w and color).
• Topic labels.
• Answer keys.
• Follow up questions.
• Digital activity link.

How is this product useful:

• Low prep for teacher.
• Easy to assign digital option.
• Engaging for students.
• Good beginning of the year activity.

This product is intended to demonstrate how Triangular Trade worked in the the 17th and 18th centuries.

Materials Included:

- Country Profile Sheets

- Colony Profile Sheets

- Raw Material Cards

- Instruction sheet

Teaching Strategy:

- Note: Students should have been introduced to information on Triangular Trade and Mercantilism preceding this activity.

- Divide the class into teams of 6

- Give each group a Country Profile Sheet - have students read the information for their country

- Students will then be given their colony - this can be done randomly or strategically. - It is often more impactful to the lesson to have groups actually go out and “explore’ their colony. I have given students numbers and then put colonies around the room with only numbers attached to them.

- The colony envelope should include the colony profile and the appropriate amount of raw material cards.

- When all groups have their colonies and have read all things about their country and colony then they should form a strategy for trading to get their necessary resources.

- Groups will then start trading with other groups to get the resources they need.

- Leave time to debrief and possibly play again.

- Adjust rules as you see the need.

This lesson is easy enough for 5th graders to understand yet works well with students up to grade 12. Modifications can be made as needed.

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Students will find this Eastern and Western Europe Scavenger Hunt activity fun and motivating, and it will encourage students to examine the physical, political, economic, and cultural characteristics of Eastern & Western Europe, along with the geographical themes. This is the perfect activity to introduce and begin your European unit.

For this activity, provide each student with a student activity sheet. Students will work in cooperative groups of two to four, depending on your students and their ability and experience in working in cooperative groups.

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• Student Activity Sheet
• Teacher Answer Sheet

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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

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Engage your students year-round with our captivating "Fun Holiday-Themed Activities Bundle! - Social Studies | U.S. & World History!" This comprehensive collection currently features 20 best-selling activities designed to infuse your social studies curriculum with excitement and fun across various seasons and holidays. Check out what's included below!

Back to School

• Blobs and Line - Classroom Icebreaker Activity
• Four Corners - Classroom Icebreaker Activity
• Would You Rather - Classroom Icebreaker Activity

Halloween

• Frighteningly Famous! - Historical Biography Project
• Historic Headstone! - Social Studies Stations Activity

Thanksgiving

• Feasting with Famous Figures - Thanksgiving Holiday Project
• History of Thanksgiving - Crossword & Word Search Worksheets

Christmas / Winter

• History in a Snow Globe - Social Studies Activity
• The History Elf Project - Winter - Holiday - Christmas - Social Studies Activity
• Winter Holidays - Christmas - Hanukkah - Kwanzaa - Crossword & Word Search
• Guess The Wishlist - Holiday - Christmas - History - Who Am I? Stations Activity

Black History Month

• Martin Luther King, Jr. and The Civil Rights Movement - Crossword & Word Search
• The Civil Rights Movement - U.S. History Vocabulary Crossword & Word Search
• The Civil Rights Movement - Funko Pop Biography Project

Valentine's Day

• Mystery History Date - Valentine's Day - Fun Social Studies Research Activity
• Historical Heartthrobs! Valentines from Famous Figures | Social Studies Activity
• History of Valentine's Day Reading Comprehension & Questions - Holiday Activity
• Valentine's Day Crossword Puzzle & Word Search Activity - Holiday - Winter

Spring Break / Summer / End of Year

• Draw Your Own Sandcastle! Spring Break | Summer | End of the Year Activity
• Biography on a Beach Ball! - End of the Year | Spring Break | Summer Activity

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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.

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• 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:

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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.

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This WebQuest assignment includes 10 engaging questions that guide students in exploring the causes, effects, geography, history, and impacts of each event. Students can easily find the information they need using the provided links.

Written at a 7th-grade level, it's suitable for a wide range of learners.

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A great classroom display and sorting activity that is perfect for introducing students to the some of the key events and people of Ancient China. There are 40 posters or task cards that include many of the key events including the rise of the first villages on the Yellow River, the first emperor and the Qin Dynasty, the building of the Great Wall, and the beginning of trade along the Silk Road.

The posters look great as a display in the classroom and the cards are a brilliant introduction to Ancient China. The displays and cards come both with dates and without dates, so the students can research the dates online before sorting the timeline. The cards look even better when laminated.

Included in this resource:

• 40 Full Page Posters with dates for display
• 40 Full Page Posters without dates
• 40 Task Cards with dates for a sorting activity
• 40 Task Cards without dates for a research and sorting activity

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Looking for a fun and educational way to introduce your students to global cultures? Our Traditional Costumes Coloring Pages are the perfect resource! These pages feature detailed illustrations of traditional costumes from around the world, offering a creative way to learn about diverse cultures.

• Global Representation: Includes costumes from American, Indian, Mexican, Korean, Argentine, Indonesian, Turkish, Swedish, Nepali, and Russian cultures.
• Engaging and Educational: Perfect for enhancing cultural awareness through art.
• Versatile Use: Ideal for classroom activities, homeschool, or at-home learning.

These coloring pages are a fantastic way to celebrate diversity and spark curiosity about the world’s rich cultural heritage!

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This printable page pack featuring the seven continents is an excellent tool for honing geography skills. These continents and oceans worksheet pdf will make learning about the seven major continents enjoyable for students. Utilize these no prep worksheets with kindergarten, first, second, third, fourth, fifth, and even sixth graders! With vibrant colors and engaging activities, these worksheets turn geography into an adventure. Children will love coloring the continents, labeling oceans, and matching animals to their habitats. Perfect for homeschooling, classroom use, or simply for curious young minds. Let’s explore the world together!

From basic map skills to understanding cultural differences, these no prep continents and oceans worksheets provide a solid foundation for future learning. Download your set today and start your global exploration! Students will love searching for hidden objects, solving puzzles, and creating their own maps. These engaging activities will spark their curiosity and inspire a lifelong love of geography. Plus, they’re a great way to reinforce essential skills like following directions and problem-solving.

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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.

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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)

Approximate Lesson Duration:

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

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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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Find out all about changes in post war America in the 1940s from the changing roles of women to the changing roles of African Americans,, including the Tuskegee Airmen and George Washington Carver's scientific discoveries.

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This is a scavenger hunt using task cards that is based on Greek Gods which are part of what that are studied in the 6th grade curriculum within Comparative Classical Civilizations in the Eastern Hemisphere for Ancient Greece. This resource begins by challenging students with a mission, complete the tasks to solve the mystery word and four digit code to have the Greek Gods offer you immortality and a seat in Mount Olympus. Students will read about Zeus, Poseidon, Hermes, Hera, Athena, Apollo, Artemis, Ares, Hephaestus and Demeter. This activity will have students reading about each Greek God; their symbols, what they were god of, and their importance to Ancient Greek. 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 received immortality and their seat in Mount Olympus.

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!