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British history Common Core RH.6-8.7 resources
Industrial Revolution Building Block Lesson Activity & Project
This dynamic Industrial Revolution lesson is an excellent hands-on activity in which students create "building blocks" on the beginning of industrialization and why it began in Great Britain. There are several options for how you might want to use the resources as well. First, there is an engaging PowerPoint presentation (and Google Slides version as well) on the reasons why the Industrial Revolution began in England and its important early characteristics. Students take notes on the building bl
Grades:
6th - 11th
Also included in: World History PowerPoint Bundle Part 3: French Revolution - Modern World
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
Also included in: American Revolution UNIT BUNDLE with BONUS Activities
American Revolution Battle Project | 7 Key Events from Revolutionary War
In the American Revolution Battles Student Project, 7 events are broken up and each is assigned to a student group (4 students per group are ideal). Students will conduct basic research, and create a small presentation to the class, to showcase the event.The events that students will research are:The Battle of Bunker HillThe Battle of TrentonThe Battle of CharlestonThe Battle of Long IslandThe Battle of SaratogaThe Battle of YorktownThe Winter at Valley Forge (I know, I know! It's not a battl
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5th - 8th
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The Battle of the Bulge WWII (Text, Maps & Questions)
The Battle of the Bulge WWII (Text, Maps & Questions)Thank you for considering this product. Prepare to be surprised and delighted! This product contains fascinating informational text exploring WWII and the Battle of the Bulge. This product also has excellent maps, quotes and pictures to aid in your students’ ability to learn about this epic battle of WWII. Please check out the thumbnails and preview. The fully editable product explains the following: the state of WWII up to 1944; the align
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6th - 11th, Staff
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American Revolution British Acts & Taxes
Why did the British enforce certain acts and taxes on the colonists? Why were the colonists frustrated with these policies? Students will research the causes and underlying reasons why the British passed certain taxes and acts on the colonists during the 1700s; Navigation Acts, Writs of Assistance, Proclamation of 1763, Sugar Act, Stamp Act, Quartering Act, Declaratory Act, Townshend Act, Committee of Correspondence, Tea Act, Intolerable Acts, First Continental CongressIncluded in this resourc
Grades:
6th - 8th
Also included in: American Revolution UNIT BUNDLE with BONUS Activities
American Revolution Battles
Why did colonists choose sides and why were the battles of the American Revolution important? Students will research the importance and significance of the battles of the Revolutionary War: Lexington and Concord, Fort Ticonderoga, Bunker Hill, Battle of Long Island, Trenton & Princeton, Saratoga, Camp at Valley Forge, YorktownIncluded in this resource:Title page Americans Divided reading passage with Patriots vs. Loyalists definitionsPatriots vs. Redcoats reading passageSides of the America
Grades:
6th - 9th
Also included in: American Revolution UNIT BUNDLE with BONUS Activities
Liberty’s Kids Activity Set and Quizzes: BUNDLE Episode 1-40 - BUNDLE
Attention all history teachers and homeschooling parents! Are you looking for an engaging and informative lesson plan on the American Revolution? Look no further than this quiz set, designed to accompany the acclaimed PBS video series Liberty's Kids. Liberty’s Kids is an animated historical fiction series that puts kids in to historical events centered around the American Revolution.Download the Preview and receive the a FREE Quizlet Resource for this lessonDetailsThis set includes two levels o
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5th - 8th
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Liberty’s Kids Activity Set and Quizzes: Episode 13 - The First Fourth of July
Attention all history teachers and homeschooling parents! Are you looking for an engaging and informative lesson plan on the American Revolution? Look no further than this quiz set, designed to accompany the acclaimed PBS video series Liberty's Kids. Liberty’s Kids is an animated historical fiction series that puts kids into historical events centered around the American Revolution.Download the Preview and receive the FREE Quizlet Resource for this lessonDetailsThis set includes two levels of q
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Liberty’s Kids Activity Set and Quizzes: BUNDLE Episodes 11-15
Irish Potato Famine Primary Source Analysis, Reading, and Writing Activity
Dig deeper into one of the main reasons for the growth of the United States - the Irish Potato Famine! Students will preview the topic by analyzing images, quotes, and a political cartoon from the era. They will then read a one page handout on the background of the Irish Potato Famine - including its impact on Ireland and the United States. Students will conclude the activity by writing a short paragraph how the potato famine impacted both Ireland and the United States.You will receive:-Six pl
Grades:
6th - 9th
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Also included in: GEOGRAPHY ACTIVITIES BUNDLE
MIDDLE AGES BUNDLE! - The Norman Conquest and King William in 1066!
This Medieval History Unit bundle contains 7 fully resourced lessons on the Norman conquest of England after the Battle of Hastings in 1066. They cover King William's efforts to control his new kingdom through the feudal system, castles, the Domesday book and violence. The unit contains detailed, animated PowerPoints, worksheets and graphic organisers as well as handouts for a fully stand alone unit. The lessons have been made for the English National Curriculum and as such have level descripto
Grades:
4th - 8th
American Revolution Bundle
This American Revolution Bundle includes the following products:American Revolution PresentationAmerican Revolution WorksheetCauses of the American Revolution PresentationCauses of the American Revolution WorksheetGeorge Washington PresentationGeorge Washington Guided Notes/WorksheetGeorge Washington WorksheetAlexander Hamilton WorksheetBenjamin Franklin WorksheetBoston Massacre WorksheetBoston Tea Party WorksheetLexington and Concord WorksheetDeclaration of Independence WorksheetValley Forge Wo
Grades:
6th - 8th
Boston Tea Party
Was the Boston Tea Party justified? Students will research the causes and effects of the Boston Tea Party; Sons of Liberty; repeal of Townshend Acts; the story of the Boston Tea Party; Intolerable Acts; First Continental Congress; Shot Heard 'Round the World: Lexington & ConcordIncluded in this resource:• Title page • Relevant do now question for students - can be transitioned to the Sons of Liberty rebelling against the British• "Will There Really Be A Party," "The Empire Strikes Back," &a
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in: Boston Tea Party Lesson and Rap Song BUNDLE
British Imperialism in India
British Imperialism in IndiaThe main objective of this lesson is to have students examine the different perspectives of British Imperialism in IndiaFor a quick worksheet on Impacts of Imperialism in India - Click Here!A 16 slide Power Point with:Do Now QuestionsClass NotesInformational Charts and GraphicsTwo Video LinksAssessment QuestionsActivity InstructionsConclusion QuestionThere are three different options for the activity, all based on examining the British and Indian perspectives of imper
Grades:
6th - 11th
Also included in: Indian History - Unit Bundle
Liberty’s Kids Activity Set and Quizzes: Episode 40 - We The People
Attention all history teachers and homeschooling parents! Are you looking for an engaging and informative lesson plan on the American Revolution? Look no further than this quiz set, designed to accompany the acclaimed PBS video series Liberty's Kids. Liberty’s Kids is an animated historical fiction series that puts kids into historical events centered around the American Revolution.Download the Preview and receive the FREE Quizlet Resource for this lessonDetailsThis set includes two levels of q
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Liberty’s Kids Activity Set and Quizzes: BUNDLE Episode 36-40 - BUNDLE
The Causes of World War I: MANIA (Text*Maps*Graphic Organizer)
The Causes of World War I: MANIA (Text*Maps*Graphic Organizer)Thank you for considering this product. This editable product contains fascinating informational text, maps, pictures, charts and graphic organizers that explain the causes of World War I. This product is a must in any exploration of the First World War. Please check out the preview.The product explains the following: basic background of WWI; the acronym MANIA (Militarism, Alliances, Nationalism, Imperialism, Assassination) and an exp
Grades:
6th - 11th
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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Europe, Australia, Latin America, and Canada - 625 Document Based Questions!
Europe, Australia, Latin America, and Canada DBQs - 625 DBQs and 15 Different Topics!!
This resource includes 15 different teacher-created Common Core Document Based Question (DBQs) files for Latin America, Europe, Australia, and Canada that contain 625 questions that reference primary and secondary sources such as political cartoons, graphs, tables, pictures, and excerpts of informational texts. These document based questions are excellent supplements for helping students understand the applic
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6th - 8th
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American Revolution British Acts and Taxes DISTANCE LEARNING
Why did the British enforce certain acts and taxes on the colonists? Why were the colonists frustrated with these policies? Students will research the causes and underlying reasons why the British passed certain taxes and acts on the colonists during the 1700s; Navigation Acts, Writs of Assistance, Proclamation of 1763, Sugar Act, Stamp Act, Quartering Act, Declaratory Act, Townshend Act, Committee of Correspondence, Tea Act, Intolerable Acts, First Continental CongressLooking for the printable,
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: American Revolution UNIT BUNDLE DISTANCE LEARNING
Liberty’s Kids Activity Set and Quizzes: Episode 38-The Man Who Wouldn’t Be King
Attention all history teachers and homeschooling parents! Are you looking for an engaging and informative lesson plan on the American Revolution? Look no further than this quiz set, designed to accompany the acclaimed PBS video series Liberty's Kids. Liberty’s Kids is an animated historical fiction series that puts kids into historical events centered around the American Revolution.Download the Preview and receive the FREE Quizlet Resource for this lessonDetailsThis set includes two levels of q
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Liberty’s Kids Activity Set and Quizzes: BUNDLE Episode 36-40 - BUNDLE
World War I Map: Western Front + Battles (Editable Student-created map w/Guides)
World War I Map: Western Front + Battles (Editable Student-Created Map with Guides)Thank you for considering this product. This is a (editable) map of the Western Front in WWI, along with battles, alliances, countries, army movements, etc. No Book? No problem. You do not need a textbook for this product. Please check out the preview and you'll see how well this can fit into your study of the Great War.TEACHER GUIDE: Why should I use this product?An understanding of geography is an absolute must
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6th - 11th
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Liberty’s Kids Activity Set and Quizzes: Episode 27 - The New Frontier
Attention all history teachers and homeschooling parents! Are you looking for an engaging and informative lesson plan on the American Revolution? Look no further than this quiz set, designed to accompany the acclaimed PBS video series Liberty's Kids. Liberty’s Kids is an animated historical fiction series that puts kids into historical events centered around the American Revolution.Download the Preview and receive the FREE Quizlet Resource for this lessonDetailsThis set includes two levels of q
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Liberty’s Kids Activity Set and Quizzes: BUNDLE Episode 26-30 - BUNDLE
Boston Massacre
How did British and Colonial actions lead to Revolution? Students will research and analyze the causes and effects of the Boston Massacre, understand the meaning of propaganda and how it is spread and review the historical role of Paul Revere in this engaging lesson and activity!Included in this resource:• Title page • Propaganda do now question and discussion definition• "The Bloody Massacre" engraving with analysis questions• "What really happened that day?" reading passage with scaffolding q
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in: American Revolution UNIT BUNDLE with BONUS Activities
Boston Massacre, Primary Sources, Crispus Attucks, American Revolution
This is a good size lot of Boston Massacre Material with many fun engaging lessons.Here is what is in the packet:1. Boston Massacre: Primary Sources with Questions2. Social Media Activities: Kicker, Insta-Fame and Youvid Account3. Picture Analysis Worksheet4. Newspaper primary source article with letter to the editor activity that includes rubric.5. Crispus Attucks: article with questions and answer key
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6th - 8th
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Liberty’s Kids Activity Set and Quizzes: BUNDLE Episodes 1-5
Attention all history teachers and homeschooling parents! Are you looking for an engaging and informative lesson plan on the American Revolution? Look no further than this quiz set, designed to accompany the acclaimed PBS video series Liberty's Kids. Liberty’s Kids is an animated historical fiction series that puts kids into historical events centered around the American Revolution.Download the Preview and receive a FREE Quizlet Resource for this lessonDetailsThis set includes two levels of qui
Grades:
5th - 8th
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