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Middle school U.S. History bibliographies
American Revolution: Research Project: US History: Revolutionary War : 4th Grade
American Revolution Biography Research Posters - 28 American Revolution Heroes featuredThese fun American Revolution biography posters provide a great opportunity to learn about the role these fascinating individuals played in the American Revolution.I have marked these posters for grades 4-6, but I feel they will be most popular in grades 4-5. Please use your best judgement and click on the PREVIEW button above to get a better idea as to what you are purchasing. Some teachers in grades 7-8 may
Grades:
4th - 6th
Ultimate Cultural Heritage Month Bundle | Google Slides | Person Per Day
Hello and welcome to Celebrating Cultural Heritage Month Bundle! This resource comes with Hispanic Heritage Month, Black History Month, Women's History Month, and AAPI Month to celebrate for many months of cultural celebrations! This resource is designed to be used in person OR digitally.1. You can use this resource during morning class meeting to fit in relevant and diverse content. I share screen during our class meetings, and we discuss the slides/view the videos together2. This is a comple
Grades:
PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Civil Rights Leaders Activity: Civil Rights Activists Biographies Activity
Civil Rights Heroes Activity is perfect activity to add to your Civil Rights Movement Unit. In this activity, students summarize and present to the class the achievements and the historical significance of 11 civil rights activists during the Civil Rights era. Biographies of each leader is provided along with instructions, and a full size portrait of each. No outside sources are needed for this assignment. Everything is included. Works great with stations!Biographies include: Dr. Martin Luther K
Grades:
7th - 12th, Adult Education
Revolutionary War Heroes Project {No Prep}
A ready made, fun project for students (in class OR at home). Just print and teach!
Students research will research a hero of the Revolutionary War and create a poster about their life. Within this assignment, students will use 4 different styles of writing: poetry, summary, letter, and paragraph writing.
Included is a lesson plan with teacher resources (website links for research), plan for teaching, example of completed posted, detailed rubric and assignment description/direction page for stu
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Grades:
3rd - 8th
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Freedom Train Novel Study
This text-heavy Freedom Train novel unit can easily be applied to both social studies and reading/language subjects. This allows for a break in between work sessions and can be done on alternate days with grammar/writing/reading skill work or Civil War background work put into the mix. I use it as a resource and not on its own – it would be too intense alone for a 4th (and even possibly 5th) grade class. Sixth or seventh graders, based on their ability level, could easily do this study as a piec
Grades:
4th - 7th
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Lewis and Clark( Louisiana Purchase): Reader's Theater Script
On February 28, 1803, President Thomas Jefferson got approval by Congress for an expedition to explore the lands of the Louisiana Purchase. Meriwether Lewis and William Clark were asked by President Thomas Jefferson to led the expedition. On May 14, 1804, the expedition called, the Corps of Discovery began. They would return home two years later, in 1806. The expedition helped to open up the west for expansion by people seeking a better life. You may also be interested in my Lewis and Clark Exp
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Benjamin Franklin's Inventions Power Point (powerpoint)
Short history of Benjamin Franklin. List of his inventions with real pictures. Some slides include a picture of a modern day samples of his inventions. Good for the basics on Benjamin Franklin and/or inventions.Aligned to 3rd grade Science TEKS on inventors. 3.3C3rd grade Social Studies TEKS 3.1B Works well for distance learning/virtual learning too, just share the link from your google drive. Key words: Benjamin Franklin, bifocals, Franklin stove, armonica, lightning rod, electricity, swim fins
Grades:
2nd - 6th
Also included in: Social Studies PowerPoint Bundle for 3rd grade (TEKS)
Revolutionary War: Spies- A Visit with Female Agent 355(Culper Spy Ring)Script
American Revolution/ Revolutionary War: Studying the 13 Colonies/Colonial Times? This resource would work great for such a unit of study. Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee's Reader's Theater Scripts, I really had fun developing this play about the Culper Spy Ring and specifically, Agent 355, one of the female member of the organization!During the Revolutionary War, the Culper Spy Ring was organized to work to defeat the British. Agent 355 and other members of the spy organization were very important i
Grades:
5th - 9th
Also included in: Revolutionary War and the Birth of Our Nation: A Bundle of Resources!
Wright Brothers and the Airplane:A Webquest/Extension Activities
Did you know that people actually thought that the airplane would have not real purpose? Less than 10 people showed up for the Wright Brothers attempt to make history on that December 17, 1903, morning. This informative web quest will help students learn about the Wright Brothers and their first flight. Extension activities as well as additional links for information are also provided as is the key. Several common core standards are addressed as well.Please make sure you can open a zip file. Oth
Grades:
4th - 8th
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Juan de Onate PowerPoint - Explorers - Conquistador
16 slide power point explaining the life and explorations of Juan de Onate the Spanish conquistador who settled New Mexico.Includes: information, maps, pictures, and artwork. You and your students are guaranteed to learn something! Juan de Onate is a great addition to your social studies unit on those who contributed to expanding and creating new communities. Great for learning about Spanish culture too.This is editable. There is a teacher info page on the first slide. Please read it prior to sh
Grades:
3rd - 8th
Also included in: Social Studies PowerPoint Bundle for 3rd grade (TEKS)
California Gold Rush: A Visit with a '49er(Reader's Theater Script)
Another Reader's Theater Script in my Ms. Bie Ografee series!Learn about the Gold Rush and the '49ers.Students will learn lots of information about the California Gold Rush with this play, A Visit with Murdoch McLeary, A Gold Prospector during the California Gold Rush.There are 9 audience questioners supplying information and asking questions of Ms Bie Ografee's guest. There is a Did You Know? fun facts section about the time, comprehension questions, a teacher page with extension activities, a
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Grades:
4th - 8th
U.S. President Research Project
Students will select a U.S. President and complete this research packet. They will look up his elections/campaigns, accomplishments, etc...
After the students complete the research, I have them create a visual aid that includes all of their info. This usually comes in the form of a poster or "tri-fold" board. But I do allow students to create a website, Prezi, or any other visual project that depicts all of the info.
Usually a big hit and the students always surprise me with their creativity
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Harriet Tubman (A Reader's Theater Script)
Use this informative Reader's Theater Script to learn about Harriet Tubman, ex-slave who became the most famous conductor of the Underground Railroad, a Union Spy and women's suffrage advocate. The fun/informative play uses the format of three historians as guests on Ms. Bie Ografee's talk show and the studio audience asks questions of the historians to learn about Tubman's life and contributions. Great for Black History Month,unit on the Civil War,or Women's History Month. Comprehension questio
Grades:
4th - 8th
Also included in: African American Trailblazers(Bundle of SIX Famous African American)
World War 2: Female Pilots(Members of the WASP): A Reader's Theater Script
During WW2, it was very unusual for a woman to be a pilot. When there was a shortage of male pilots due to their being needed in combat, an experimental project was begun where female pilots would be used by the military(although they weren't part of the military) to assist with ferrying aircrafts from the manufacturers to military bases. Female pilots, WomenAir Force Service Pilots,(WASP) also would test repaired planes to see if they were SAFE for male pilots to fly. They also were asked to he
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Grades:
5th - 9th
Also included in: WOMEN'S HISTORY: A BUNDLE of 10 READER'S THEATER SCRIPTS
Red Cross/Clara Barton Power Point (powerpoint)
This powerpoint first tells a brief history of Clara Barton. Then it talks about the history of the Red Cross, what it does to help people, and what we can do to support them.I created this for my 3rd grade class, but it can be used for any elementary grade.3rd grade Social Studies TEKS 3.9B & 3.9DFor other powerpoints of mine try:My 3rd grade ppt bundleThe Dust BowlPaul RevereCalifornia Gold RushFamous EntrepreneursGeorge Washington CarverJane AddamsHelen Keller4 Chaplains3rd Grade American
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Grades:
2nd - 8th
Also included in: Social Studies PowerPoint Bundle for 3rd grade (TEKS)
American Women Quarters Program Research Unit Study
This resource includes a list of fifteen pioneering American Women, who are all being recognized as part of a four-year program, called "The American Quarters Program". Included is a list of trusted and kid approved websites for your student to do a research paper on each individual, answering questions such as: what makes them important enough to be on a custom quarter, and why was their quarter designed the way it was. Each individual comes with a picture, a quote, and two custom lined papers
Grades:
5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Andrew Jackson: Hero or Villain?
This activity will allow students to determine if Andrew Jackson was a common man/hero or a villain that should be removed from the $20 bill. After students learn about Jackson's presidency in class, they will read the attached article from CNN.com, watch a video link from History.com (apx. 4 minutes) about Jackson's presidency, then finally decide if Jackson is a hero or villain.
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6th - 9th
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Black History: Black Inventors and Entrepreneurs
A powerpoint to introduce famous black leaders that paved the way for inventions and entrepreneurship. 5 days of short lessons with a quiz at the end. - Madame CJ Walker - George Washington Carver - Alfred L. Cralle - Lonnie Johnson - Gwendolyn Brooks - Katherine Johnson - Julie Dash - Oprah Winfrey - Lorraine Hansberry
Grades:
K - 6th
Obama,,Lincoln,Kennedy,Collaborative Poster Project,Presidents' Day Craft BUNDLE
The Presidents' Day Collaborative Poster Mural Project is an engaging and educational craft activity designed to celebrate and honor the legacy of American presidents. This creative endeavor involves assembling 24 individual pieces to form a visually stunning poster mural. Perfect for classroom decor, door displays, or bulletin boards, this project not only promotes teamwork and collaboration among students, but also serves as a vibrant tribute to the leaders who have shaped our nation's
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Grades:
4th - 7th
AAPI Clipart For AAPI Heritage Month Activities and AAPI Bulletin Board Display
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with this unique AAPI Clipart Collection! Featuring 36 influential AAPI figures, this set is perfect for enriching your bulletin board displays and classroom activities. Bring lessons to life with these high-quality illustrations, designed to inspire and educate students about the achievements and contributions of notable Asian American and Pacific Islander individuals.These images may be used for both personal and commercial use. Item
Grades:
1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
American Revolution Lesson Plan
60 pages of Loyalist and Patriots! Facts and graphic organizers, writing, and so much more!
So many GREAT ways to use this information!
* Divide your class into Patriots and Loyalists. Have each group use the information included in this packet to make posters or individual reports on the people that made the American Revolution what it was.
The Patriots in this packet are: The Loyalists are:
Abigail Adams Banastre Tarleton
Betsy Ross
Grades:
4th - 7th
George Washington Exploration Hyperlinked PDF
This hyperlinked PDF is designed to be used on a computer or tablet—perfect for iPads or Chromebooks! More than 30 links to outside websites are embedded in this PDF, so your students are just click away from primary source documents, additional research, videos, and more. Ideal for Washington’s birthday. This is a great general overview and a perfect jumping off point for in-depth discussions or research.This works for many age levels. I’ve used this with my 3rd-5th grade students and my husban
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5th - 12th
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African American Trailblazers(Bundle of SIX Famous African American)
This bundle contains six of my Ms. Bie Ografee Talk Show format Reader's Theater Scripts. The bundle includes Bessie Coleman, Tuskegee Airmen, Harriet Tubman, Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King and George Washington Carver.Each play has the "guest" visiting Ms. Bie Ografee's Talk Show and audience questioners asking the guest questions about their life and accomplishments. The plays include a Did You Know? of factoids, comprehension questions, a teacher page with extension activities and the key.Gr
Grades:
4th - 8th
Sacagawea: A Reader's Theater Script
Learn about Sacagawea with this Reader's Theater Script. Sacagawea is a guest on Ms. Bie Ografee's Talk Show and the studio audience asks questions about her life and contributions to the Lewis and Clark Expedition. There are 10 questioners, a Did You Know? fun fact section, comprehension questions, a teacher page with extension activities, the key and additional links.Check out my web quest on the Lewis and Clark Expedition. The two resources would work well with one another! Lewis and Clark
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in: NATIVE AMERICANS: A BUNDLE of RESOURCES
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