242 results
8th grade government cultural activities
USA Citizenship Test
Need a relevant activity for teaching Government or Contemporary Issues? This is a 40 question test compiled with need-to-know knowledge for the actual US Citizenship test. Use this multiple-choice activity as an introduction for Government class to see if your students would even qualify to be American citizens! Or, use it to show how difficult it is for foreigners to become citizens in your Contemporary Issues class. Fun and eye-opening for students as they experience a real-life activity! C
Subjects:
Grades:
8th - 12th
Under the Same Moon Viewing Guide & Questions - La Misma Luna - Immigration
INCLUDED:
1. Three pages of questions in chronological order of the movie - 30 questions in all - designed to keep students engaged throughout the movie.
2. Two half-page reflection and discussion questions for after the movie.
3. Answer key for all 30 questions.
MOVIE SYNOPSIS:
"Under the Same Moon" is a powerful movie about Hispanic immigration in the U.S. told from the perspective of a young Mexican boy names Carlitos. Carlitos searches for his mother, who left him in Mexico to work in L
Subjects:
Grades:
7th - 12th
Mark Twain Author Study, Biography, Reading Response Activities and Projects
NO PREP! Thorough author study on famous author and philosopher Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens). Complete biography, follow-up reading response questions, and enrichment projects. Excellent thought provoking reading activities, including analyzing the author's infamous quotes.Digital Option AvailableSamuel Langhorne Clemens ,better known by his pen name Mark Twain, was an American author and humorist. He wrote The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1876) and its sequel, Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (1885
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 8th
President's Day: American Presidents Movies & Documentaries Viewing Guide BUNDLE
American Presidents Movies & Documentaries Viewing Guide BUNDLEThere have been numerous movies made about American presidents, showcasing their lives, leadership styles, challenges, and significant events during their administrations. Guides INCLUDE: Summaries/Vocabulary/Questions
Subjects:
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Canadian Passport Authentic Look
An authentic Canadian looking passport used for social studies. Students have a spot to add their picture and all of the details found on a real passport. I used this along with a world study I purchased from another user that came with an American passport. My students were so excited to have their very own passport.
Grades:
PreK - 12th
Types of Government Posters
I created these posters for my social studies classes last year. Each poster features a different type of government and contains easy-to-understand definitions of each form. Posters also include images representing each of the following eight forms of government:*Oligarchy*Monarchy*Republic*Theocracy*Autocracy*Direct Democracy*Representative Democracy*AnarchyEngaging Activity Idea: I laminated mine, hung them around the room, and had students move to each of them in 2-minute increments (station
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 12th
Black History Month: Selma, MLK and More BUNDLE
Black History Month: Selma, MLK & More Civil Rights Projects BUNDLE Enrich your History, Government, Anthropology, Sociology and Political Science classes with these great films and docs!Guides INCLUDE: Summaries/Vocabulary/Questions
Subjects:
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Christian Patriotic Stars and Stripes Classroom Bundle
All you need to instill patriotism into your Christian School or classroom and in your students.*** Included files***· Posters· Notebook Covers· Date Display (multiple colored numbers)· Classroom Signs-Verses and Patriotic· Passes· Blank Signs/ Notebook Covers to edit (jpeg)· Letters A-Z in both upper letters in two sizes, numbers 0-9, punctuation ! . ? , “ &. Uppercase letters are 4.5” x 3.5” and 3.5" x 3"· Borders 3”x10” in various patterns· Pendant Banner in variety of patterns· Bunting B
Subjects:
Grades:
3rd - 12th
Patriotic Stars and Stripes Classroom Decor
All you need to give your classroom a Americana feel, to develop patriotism in your students and facilitate discussion on Americas past, present and Future.*** Included files***· Posters· Notebook Covers· Date Display (multiple colored numbers)· Classroom Signs· Passes· Blank Signs/ Notebook Covers to edit (jpeg)· Letters A-Z in both upper letters in two sizes, numbers 0-9, punctuation ! . ? , “ &. · Borders 3”x10” in various patterns· Pendant Banner in variety of patterns· Bunting Banner in
Subjects:
Grades:
3rd - 12th
Pericles Funeral Oration! - World - SUBREADY - Greece - Primary Source DBQs
Pericles' Funeral Oration & DBQ's - World History - Primary & Secondary Source - Written Specifically For Middle/High School Comprehension Level -- 5 DBQ's Included - Cool-Relevant-Pictures/Visual Guides for Students! (I had a lot of fun putting this together, I call it 'work-play!' Email me with questions or concerns anytime -- the.eclectic.professor@gmail.comExtended DescriptionPrimary source document with additional historical context written by yours truly at a high middle or high sc
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Social Studies Word Wall Cards
These Word Wall Words are originally designed to meet the standards of Texas' TEKS for 6th grade Social Studies; however, they are easily applicable to other states' standards and other grade levels! Each card has the term, the definition, and a visual representation. I hope you enjoy these 78 key Social Studies terms!
Subjects:
Grades:
2nd - 11th
Civics Initiative: Flint Water Crisis Writing Performance Task
This performance tasks puts students in the shoes of the Michigan Governor's top advisor. They are working to ensure that he puts Flint at the top of his priority list in the upcoming election. In this document you will have news articles about Flint, a hook including a letter from President Obama, supplementary YouTube videos, a graphic organizer and more!
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 12th
State Research Report Digital Google Slide & Print
Are you looking for a quick state research report for students to display for Open House or want students to learn more about their own state history?This research report will work great. It's easy to use, engaging, and looks great. Make sure to click the video preview for an in-depth preview of what is included.This product includes:A digital Google Slide Version and a print versionPrint Version Includes:-1 Page Quick Option-4 Page Option more in-depth (can also be used with a file folder to ma
Subjects:
Grades:
3rd - 8th
Also included in: State Report & Country Report Bundle
September 11th 9/11 Bundle
This bundle includes both a poetry analysis of "Photograph from September 11" by Wislawa Szymborska & my "Man in the Red Bandana" activity complete with documentary questions, key, collage activity, symbolism activity and reflective writing piece. Updated to include a permission slip if you feel you need to make parents aware of the discussion of a sensitive subject. **Follow us on TpT and Facebook!**
Grades:
5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Country Making Activity Template
This activity is a template for a group activity that is done during a unit on the Rise of Nationalism in the late 1800s and early 1900s. This can be done in a World History class or a US History class as well. It can also be used in a geography class to describe what goes into the making of a country. This should be a relatively enjoyable activity for your students to participate in and for the teacher to grade, with much amusement. It has been done successfully from as early as a fifth grade l
Grades:
5th - 11th
Christian Patriotic Classroom Signs
Looking to add some patriotism to your Christian school or classroom? These signs, labels, notebook covers, passes and headers may just what you are looking for.*** Included files***· Themed Posters· Date Display (multiple colored numbers)· Classroom Signs -Verses and Patriotic· Passes· Notebook covers· Cabinet/bin Labels· Blank Signs/Notebook Covers to edit (Jpeg to use in any software)· Blank Headers to edit (Jpeg to use in any software)You can print files at home or your local print shop. You
Subjects:
Grades:
3rd - 12th
Also included in: Christian Patriotic Stars and Stripes Classroom Bundle
Latin America Webquest
Students will explore the countries of South America by using the various websites provided to answer the following questions on Culture, history, physical geography and much more of the South American Countries.
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 8th
Types:
President's Day: Founding Fathers Movies & Documentaries Viewing Guide BUNDLE
President's Day: Founding Fathers Movies & Documentaries Viewing Guide BUNDLECelebrate President's Day with these Founding Fathers Movies and Documentaries. Guides INCLUDE: Summaries/Vocabulary/Questions
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Micro Society | Guidelines & materials for a mock government in grades 4-8
Welcome to Brain Brigade Micro Society | Step-by-step instructions for creating a mock community in your fourth through eighth grade classroom. This is a system designed to help your students get a bit of experience in how our society and government works. As a member of this mock community, your students will receive a paycheck twice per month. They will have an opportunity to manage your money, participate in public meetings, give speeches, pay bills, apply for a job, run for political office,
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 8th
5th Grade American History Pacing Guide
This pacing guide correlates with Indiana 5th grade social studies standards, which is American History. I have created it using the Savvas textbook, but it correlates with all US History for grades 4-6. I have included my pacing guide, links to projects, links to my rubrics and activities, I CAN statements, picture books that I use, and essential questions.
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 8th
An entire year of grades 7, 8, and 9 social studies fun and engaging activities.
Unlock the Secrets of Social Studies with Our Year-Long Adventure!Welcome to an extraordinary journey through the captivating world of social studies, where learning becomes an adventure filled with mystery, creativity, and endless discovery. Our "Year of Social Studies Adventures" is an unparalleled resource designed for grades 7, 8, and 9, offering 32 captivating week-long activities that seamlessly weave into any social studies curriculum.Immersive and Engaging ActivitiesOur collection of act
Subjects:
Grades:
7th - 9th
The Country of YOU: A Create Your OWN Country Assignment!
With this assignment, your student will be able to create their very own country! Complete with detailed directions, a grading rubric, and three different extra credit opportunities, this assignment is great for helping students understand the way in which a government system works! The student will begin by researching various forms of government:
Constitutional Monarchy
Democracy
Theocracy
Dictatorship
Totalitarian
Absolute Monarchy
They will then form a type of government, monetary system,
Grades:
6th - 10th
Middle East: Arab Spring Webquest, Project, and Student Response Sheet
This is a great tool to have students teach each other about the Arab Spring. Firstly you will have students complete a webquest on the Arab Spring. Then, in partners or small groups, students develop a presentation based upon a country that participated in the Arab Spring. Students will need two days to complete their presentations. Then you will need an additional class period for the presentations to occur. The pacing of this activity is three class periods of 60 minutes each. This is very e
Grades:
5th - 12th
Also included in: Middle East (with India) Bundle
Ancient Civilization Travel Brochure Project
This is an excellent PBL activity for students. You can assign them a civilization or allow them to choose their own. This can also be used as a group project. I have provided guiding questions for each area. Students will gather facts about their civilization in the areas of:
History
Government
Culture
Geography
Economy
and Modern day connections
They will then compile them into a travel brochure. This lesson does include a rubric.
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 12th
Types:
Showing 1-24 of 242 results
TPT is the largest marketplace for PreK-12 resources, powered by a community of educators.
IXL family of brands