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Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

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PBS Reconstruction Video Guide BUNDLE, Episodes 1-4

By Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

This bundle includes video companions for episodes 1-4 of the PBS Reconstruction series: American after the Civil War.Episode 1- focuses on the aftermath of the Civil War — a bewildering, exhilarating and terrifying time. African Americans who had

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Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Black History Month

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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The Harlem Renaissance Research Project

By Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

This project was designed for 11th and 12th grade students in a Virginia African American History course. The purpose of having students conduct research on notable figures in the Harlem Renaissance is to celebrate a moment of cultural achievement

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Literature, Black History Month

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Research, Projects, Cultural Activities

$3.50

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PBS The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross BUNDLE Episodes 1-6

By Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

This bundle includes video guides for all 6 episodes of PBS The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross. Answer keys are included and all PDFs are print ready or students can access them in Adobe Acrobat Reader! Before purchasing, ensure you have

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Social Studies - History, U.S. History

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Reconstruction Unit GROWING Bundle!

By Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

Are you tired of teaching Reconstruction from the old top down approach? Give your Reconstruction Unit a fresh perspective with activities geared towards the experiences of African Americans during the exhilarating era. This bundle includes

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Social Studies - History, U.S. History

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Activities, Assessment, Centers

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Black History Month Research Project| One Pager Activity

By Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

Use this one pager research project to bring in Black History Month! Engage your students in learning more about noteable African American figures in a simple way. This project can be done in 1-2 class periods or can serve as a great way to review

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Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Black History Month

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Projects

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Reconstruction Research Project | One Pager Activity

By Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

Looking for a way to assess your students knowledge of Reconstruction without the stress of a long multiple choice test or essay? This Reconstruction 1 pager activity is the perfect solution to allow students to express their knowledge in a creative

Subjects:

U.S. History

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Research, Projects

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PBS Video Guide Bundle

By Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

Keep these three PBS video guide bundles handy when you need a lesson companion, stress free day or even when you have a sub!This bundle includes:Videos guides for the following PBS Documentaries/DVDs:Reconstruction: America After the Civil War

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Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Black History Month

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Movie Guides

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Black in Latin America Video Guide BUNDLE

By Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

Are you looking to show the diversity of Black History & culture in your classroom? The PBS documentary Black in Latin America is an excellent way to accomplish that goal. Use these video guides alongisde the documentary to take your students on

Subjects:

Spanish, Black History Month, Hispanic Heritage Month

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Movie Guides

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Black History Sub Plans Bundle

By Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

Do you ever need a day off? Or need students to work on an activity in class so that you can get have time to get work done?Look no further than this Black History sub plans bundle! It contains over 20 minimal to no prep Black History activities to

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, African History

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Graphic Organizers, Movie Guides

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Women's History Month Posters

By Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

Use these vibrant color posters to celebrate Women's History Month and recognize women all year long!What's included? Womens "Herstory" Month banner15 posters of influential women Please note: These posters are pdf format and are not editableLet's

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Women's Studies, Women's History Month

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Not Grade Specific

Types:

Bulletin Board Ideas, Posters, Cultural Activities

$5.99

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The 6888th Batallion Reading and Writing Activities

By Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

Have you ever heard of the 6888th Battallion? Well, it turns out many have never heard of this African American women batallion who served overseas during World War II. These reading comprehension and document based essay activities allow students

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Other (Social Studies - History), Black History Month

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Worksheets

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Women's History Month Research Project| One Pager Activity

By Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

Use this one pager research project to bring in Women'sHistory Month! Engage your students in learning more about influential women in a simple, fun and creative way. This project can be done in 1-2 class periods or can serve as a great way to

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Women's History Month

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Cultural Activities

$4.99

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Black History Month Agenda Slides

By Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

Celebrate Black History Month with these fun agenda slides! What's inside?-10 Black History Inspired agenda slides (BONUS: V-Day Slide!)-Spotlights on notable African Americans (Muhammad Ali, Mae Jemison, etc.)-Social emotional discussion questions

Subjects:

Valentine's Day, Black History Month, For All Subjects

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Not Grade Specific

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Cultural Activities

$4.99

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African Americans in World War II Museum Exhibit/Webquest

By Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

Do you want your students to learn the amazing ways that African Americans contributed to the World War II effort? Look no further. This interactive museum exhibit allows students to deep dive into the Double V Campaign, the 6888th Batallion, the

Subjects:

U.S. History, Other (Social Studies - History), Black History Month

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Graphic Organizers

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$3.99

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Reconstruction Amendments Activities

By Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

Do you need a simple way for your students to analyze the 13th, 14th and 15th amendments? These "Decoding the Reconstruction Amendments " activities allow students to read the background of the Reconstruction amendments, and analyze excerpts from

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, U.S. History, African History

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Worksheets, Activities

$4.99

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PBS Reconstruction Video Guide, Episode 1

By Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

This video worksheet is a companion for PBS Documentary Reconstruction: America After the Civil War Epsiode 1. This episode focuses on the aftermath of the Civil War — a bewildering, exhilarating and terrifying time. African Americans who had played

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Black History Month

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Movie Guides

$2.00

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PBS Reconstruction Video Guide, Episode 2

By Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

This video worksheet is a companion for PBS Documentary Reconstruction: America After the Civil War Epsiode 2. This episode focuses on how post-Civil War America was a new world. Viewers learn how African Americans made political, social and

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Black History Month

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Worksheets, Movie Guides

$2.00

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PBS The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross, Episode 4

By Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

This episode, "Making a Way out of No Way" portrays the Jim Crow era, when African Americans struggled to build their own worlds within the harsh, narrow confines of segregation.Topics Include:✔️ The Great Migration✔️ Ida B. Wells and lynching✔️

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Black History Month

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Worksheets, Movie Guides

$2.00

Digital Download PDF (0.17 MB)

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PBS The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross, Episode 1

By Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

This is a companion to the PBS Documentary The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross Episode 1. "The Black Atlantic" explores the global experiences that created the African American people. The documentary is about 53 minutes long. Students

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, World History, African History

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Movie Guides

$2.00

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PBS The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross, Episode 3

By Deana Forbes- The Social Studies Scholar

This is a companion to the PBS Documentary The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross Episode 3. This episode focuses on the tumultuous period in African-American history: Civil War, slavery’s end and Reconstruction. The documentary is about 53

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Black History Month

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Movie Guides

$2.00

Digital Download PDF (0.13 MB)

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I help history teachers teach hard and honest Black history in a way that engages students! Topics I currently teach or have taught: United States Virginia History, African American History, Civics and Economics, and World History I.

MY TEACHING STYLE

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HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

2020 Presenter at the Virginia Educators Association Conference 2022 Presenter at the Virginia Educators Association Conference United States Virginia History Curriculum Writer PWCS

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Master of Arts in Teaching 6-12 Secondary Education Social Studies James Madison University

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

For any questions or collaborations, email me at forbesdeana@gmail.com