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British history Common Core RH.6-8.3 resources
Boston Massacre Causes of the American Revolution Bias Primary Source Activity
In this Boston Massacre lesson and primary source activity, students examine a variety of primary source documents to recognize bias in the Boston Massacre and answer the question "What really happened the night of March 5, 1770?"Students will begin with an analysis of 2 popular images of the event, comparing the similarities and differences of both images with included questions. Students will then read two primary accounts of the event - one from a Boston newspaper on the morning of March 6th
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6th - 9th
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Battles of Lexington and Concord
How did the American Revolution begin? Students will research the causes and effects of the battles at Lexington and Concord; why battles began; outcomes/significance; Paul Revere's Midnight Ride; General GageIncluded in this resource:• Title page • Primary source excerpt from Ralph Waldo Emerson's hymn sung at the Concord Monument• Beginning Battles graphic organizer• Paul Revere's Midnight Ride• "The War Explodes!" short story with scaffolding questions• Application/Closing/Higher Order think
Grades:
6th - 9th
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American Revolution Heroes 10 African American and Women Heroes in Revolution
In this American Revolution Heroes activity, students learn about the experiences of 10 women and African-Americans who were essential to the American Revolution and to American History. Often forgotten, women and African Americans played essential roles in helping the 13 Colonies gain independence. Students will navigate the room to investigate the achievements and heroism of 10 Americans whom everyone should learn about, including James Forten, Salem Poor, Phillis Wheatley, the First Rhode
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5th - 8th
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King Henry VIII & His Life and Times! Students investigate this polarizing King!
King Henry VIII & His Life and Times! Students investigate this polarizing King!In this fun and challenging King Henry VIII lesson, students become historians, poets, and interviewers with the life and times of King Henry VIII! Students are engaged in 3 different ways, with 3 different activities, on King Henry's life. ☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a huge discount) when you purchase my Renaissance activities unit located here bundle!Students first become historians as they recap the
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5th - 8th
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British Imperialism in India | The Raj, Sepoy Mutiny, Salt March | 2 Activities!
British Imperialism in India | The Raj, Sepoy Mutiny, Salt March | 2 Activities for Distance Learning!In this effective resource on British imperialism in India, you receive 2 activities to teach the history of British influence and Indian independence. First. you receive an informational text and student questions set that details the history of British imperialism in India. Beginning with James I, students learn the "how and why" Great Britain became interested in India, the phrase "the sun ne
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8th - 11th
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The Battle of Yorktown: American Revolution: Reading Passages + Activities
In this lesson students will learn about the Battle of Yorktown, the last major battle of the American Revolution and the eventual surrender of Cornwallis to Washington. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, graphic organizers, maps, readings and comprehension questions for students to complete.--> Want all of my American Revolution lessons in one BIG money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!!Battles of the American RevolutionThe Battle of Saratog
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7th - 12th
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Also included in:Â U.S. History Bundle: Reading Passages + Activities, Printables, Assessments
Paul Revere's Midnight Ride Guided Notes Activity for Causes of Revolution
In this Paul Revere's Midnight Ride lesson, students engage in an image analysis regarding this famous ride and complete guided notes on the hour-by-hour breakdown of the famous ride. This lesson delves into the actual ride itself, focusing on what Paul Revere does along his adventure, where he stops, and where truth meets fiction. The included Prezi presentation follows -step by step - what Paul Revere did on this ride. Students will follow the included timeline and record essential details
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5th - 8th
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Paul Revere & the Midnight Ride: The American Revolution: Reading Passages
In this lesson students will learn about Paul Revere and the Midnight Ride (along with William Dawes and Samuel Prescott), and how they warned the Patriots that the British were coming and the first shots of the American Revolution would soon be fired. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, maps, illustrations, graphic organizers and comprehension questions for students to complete. Also included is Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem and comprehension questions to go along wit
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7th - 12th
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Balfour Declaration Primary Source Analysis + Impact of Balfour Declaration
In this Balfour Declaration primary source reading activity, you receive two activities to teach the impact and effect of this important document. First, students engage in a primary source analysis on the Declaration issued by British Foreign Secretary Arthur James Balfour to investigate the motive and intent. In step two, students complete a short video web quest assignment to learn the impact the Balfour Declaration had on the Middle East and the world today; students learn about the Nakba,
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7th - 10th
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Enlightenment Project
Skip the lecture on the Age of Enlightenment. Introduce your students to The Age of Enlightenment through this quick and easy newspaper project. In this no-prep lesson plan, students take on the role of reporters to get the scoop on the Age of Enlightenment. TOPICS INCLUDED IN THIS RESOURCE:- Thomas Hobbes- Thirty year wars as enlightenment catalyst- Francis bacon and scientific method- Kepler disproves early theories- John Locke and representative government- Montesquieu and separation of p
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7th - 10th
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The Thirteen Colonies: An Introduction to American History: Reading Passages
In this lesson students will read an overview of the Thirteen Colonies, focusing on the New England, Middle and Southern Colonies, which gives a general synopsis of what life was like in each region. Students will also learn about what good and products each region thrived in producing. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, graphic organizers, maps, readings and comprehension questions for students to complete.Check out all my other Thirteen Colonies products
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7th - 12th
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American Revolution Political Cartoon Lessons - BUNDLE - CCSS
This is a bundle of political cartoon lessons in which students analyze and evaluate 3 key political cartoons on the road to the American Revolution. Each resource contains a lesson plan that lays out the procedure for students analyzing and evaluating the political cartoon for themselves. There is a lot they can glean from and discuss as a class. There are instructions included for pairing up students and discussion questions that you can use to facilitate students sharing out their thoughts. T
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8th - 12th
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Washington at Delaware, Valley Forge & Battle of Trenton - American Revolution
In this lesson students will learn about George Washington's surprise attack on the Hessians by crossing the Delaware River and the subsequent Battle of Trenton, which was a small but vital battle in the fight for independence, and was a turning point of the American Revolution. Students will also learn about the winter at Valley Forge, in which Washington and his troops weathered through a brutal winter. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, readings and comp
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7th - 12th
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George Washington: First President & Effects of the American Revolution: Reading
In this lesson, students will read about George Washington and his election as the first President of the United States. Students will also learn about the immediate effects of the American Revolution, including how many loyalist colonists felt and reacted. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, readings and comprehension questions for students to complete.--> Want all of my American Revolution lessons in one BIG money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK
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7th - 12th
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Industrial Revolution Project
Can your students get the scoop on the Industrial Revolution with this engaging newspaper activity?Skip the lecture. Students take on the role of investigative reporters to learn about major figures and events of the Industrial Revolution when they join up to create quick newspapers. Students write op-eds, articles, political cartoons and more in this 90 minute newspaper project. A great way to start your study of the Industrial Revolution.This resource guide includes:- Complete teacher’s guid
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6th - 11th
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The Vikings History Card Sorting Activity - PDF and Digital
Dive deep into this no prep Card Sorting Activity, designed specifically for middle and high school history educators. This Medieval England interactive resource offers a hands-on approach to learning, perfect for facilitating meaningful discussions and deep understanding among students.Purchase Includes:- Card topics included; Leif Erikson, Harald Hardrada, Ragnar Lothbrok, Erik the Red, Viking Raids, Settlement of Iceland, Settlement of Greenland, Norman Conquest, Viking Ships, Viking Religio
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5th - 12th
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The Crusades History Card Sorting Activity - PDF and Digital
Dive deep into this no prep Card Sorting Activity, designed specifically for middle and high school history educators. This The Crusades interactive resource offers a hands-on approach to learning, perfect for facilitating meaningful discussions and deep understanding among students.Purchase Includes:- Card topics included; First Crusade, Second Crusade, Third Crusade, Fourth Crusade, Children's Crusade, Saladin, Richard the Lionheart, Siege of Jerusalem, Battle of Hattin, Knights Templar, Teu
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5th - 12th
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Medieval England History Card Sorting Activity - PDF and Digital
Dive deep into this no prep Card Sorting Activity, designed specifically for middle and high school history educators. This Medieval England interactive resource offers a hands-on approach to learning, perfect for facilitating meaningful discussions and deep understanding among students.Purchase Includes:- Card topics included; William the Conqueror, Henry II, Eleanor of Aquitaine, Richard the Lionheart, King John, Magna Carta, The Black Death, The Hundred Years' War, The Wars of the Roses, Pea
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5th - 12th
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Medieval Europe History Card Sorting Activity - PDF and Digital
Dive deep into this no prep Card Sorting Activity, designed specifically for middle and high school history educators. This Medieval Europe interactive resource offers a hands-on approach to learning, perfect for facilitating meaningful discussions and deep understanding among students.Purchase Includes:- Card topics included; Charlemagne, William the Conqueror, Joan of Arc, Thomas Aquinas, Black Death, Feudalism, Crusades, Hundred Years' War, Magna Carta, Scholasticism, Gothic Architecture, Gu
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5th - 12th
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American Revolution Card Sort and STEM Activities Bundle
This bundle brings the American Revolution to life by combining a hands-on card sort with STEM activities.The sorting activity explores 12 pivotal events leading to the American Revolution from multiple perspectives. It prompts students to consider and match events with corresponding colonial and British viewpoints going deeper into the American Revolution’s causes.The second resource is a set of 28 building challenge cards, each providing a prompt related to key symbols, buildings, and events f
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4th - 8th
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The Battle of Saratoga & Loyalist Response to the American Revolution: Reading
In this lesson students will learn about the Battle of Saratoga, which was the battle that convinced the French that the Patriots were capable of winning the war, and the subsequent help and troops they sent as a result. Students will also learn about how loyalists reacted to their fellow colonists' fight for independence, during and after the American Revolution. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, maps, readings and comprehension questions for students to
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7th - 12th
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US History Civil Rights - The Brown v. Board of Education Guided Reading, slide
This no-prep activity with lesson plan and printable worksheets and slide deck for enhance comprehension and literacy skills as they read through a vivid narrative of the Brown v. Board of Education case as part of the US Civil Rights. Improve literacy using dual coding, annotations and clearly defined questions at a language level for high school students. The Brown v. Board of Education was a landmark Supreme Court case that declared racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional.Resou
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5th - 12th
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US History Cold War | The Cold War overview Jigsaw Activity
Are you ready to take your students on a journey through the gripping events of the Cold War Era in this no prep jigsaw activity that dives deep into the intricate web of the Cold War. From the Truman Doctrine to the heart-stopping moments of the Cuban Missile Crisis, this 60-minute lesson plan promises an enriching learning experience that fosters collaboration, critical thinking, and a deepened understanding of U.S. history. Why Choose This Lesson Plan? Interactive & Collaborative: Cultiva
Grades:
5th - 12th
American Revolution - Sugar Act and Stamp Act Guided Reading!
PDF Download - American Revolution - Sugar Act and Stamp Act Guided Reading! Now 1:1 Google Compatible! [Google Form link included]Immerse your students in an opportunity to read, analyze and discuss the beginnings of the infamous taxation period of British colonialism in America - the Sugar and Stamp Acts. This guided reading takes learners through the history of the taxation, the reasoning behind the Parliamentary decisions, the significant key players and events, and the ultimate refusal of t
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6th - 12th
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