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U.S. Symbols Power Point
U.S. Symbols Power Point
This power point slide show has photographies and information about common symbols of the United States....
By Mrs. Colwell
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd Duration: N/A
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Pink and Say Reading Response
Pink and Say Reading Response
The book Pink and Say, by Patricia Pollaco, tells the story of an unlikely friendship during the Civil War. Based on a true story, the book focuse...
By Leslie Meadows
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Subject: Reading, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A
Type: Assessment, Worksheets

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George Washington First President Notes Lesson Plan PowerPoint
George Washington First President Notes Lesson Plan PowerPoint
This set of notes and presentations covers the 1st president of the United States under the Constitution, George Washington. It covers his cabinet,...
By Make History Fun
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Power Point Presentations

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Boston Tea Party
Boston Tea Party
Interactive reading with questions and answers for discussion or test helps students understand this event. Word spiral tests their knowledge of vo...
By Mary Ellen Page
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Subject: EFL - ESL - ELD, Reading, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Examinations - Quizzes, Internet Activities

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Pioneers Extension Menu with Research-Based Activities
Pioneers Extension Menu with Research-Based Activities
Let's go back the time of the Pioneers!!! A nine section extension menu for students to use when studying Pioneers! A great way to get students...
By Smart Chick
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Subject: Expository Writing, Creative Writing, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, Homeschooler Duration: 2 Weeks
Type: Activities, Printables, Bulletin Board Ideas

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Social Studies: Eleanor Roosevelt PowerPoint Lesson
Social Studies: Eleanor Roosevelt PowerPoint Lesson
This social studies PowerPoint Lesson is designed to be used as a teaching tool to help guide your instruction as you teach about Eleanor Roosevelt...
By Ms. J
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Bibliographies, Power Point Presentations, Lectures

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Student choice-Black History Month Project
Student choice-Black History Month Project
This is a project that has a great deal of student choice incorporated into it. The students must choose a topic that relates to Black History in ...
By Nathan Johnson
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Subject: U.S. History Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 2 Days
Type: Research

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Black History Month Unit:
Black History Month Unit: "In Their Own Words" - Civil Rights Leaders
An engaging, Common-Core-based unit perfect for Black History Month comparing Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X including two media presentatio...
By Arik Durfee
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Subject: English Language Arts, U.S. History, Oral Communication Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 3 Weeks
Type: Activities, Cooperative Learning, Multimedia

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President's Day Literacy Packet
President's Day Literacy Packet
This President's Day packet includes a variety of reading and writing activities. The following 20 activities are included in the unit: 1. George ...
By Teachergonedigital
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Subject: U.S. History, Writing, President's Day Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd Duration: N/A
Type: Literacy Center Ideas, Printables, Thematic Unit Plans

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President's Day--Lunch with the Presidents
President's Day--Lunch with the Presidents
This is a fun and simple research project for students to learn more about the Presidents of the United States. Each student in your class will re...
By Teacherteacher
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Research, Projects

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Constitution Day PowerPoint for elementary level
Constitution Day PowerPoint for elementary level
This is a PowerPoint intended for lower elementary students to teach about the Constitution on Constitution Day. The sample shows the first 2 slid...
By Richelle Votaw
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Duration: N/A
Type: Power Point Presentations

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American History magazine cover
American History magazine cover
How would students look at themselves and could they do something that would get them over the cover of a national magazine? Are their dreams big ...
By Latraveler
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Subject: U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities

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Trail of Tears Document Packet
Trail of Tears Document Packet
This document packet can be used alone or accompanied by an essay, in studying Native Americans/Cherokees/The Trail of Tears/President Andrew Jacks...
By M H
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Subject: Expository Writing, Native Americans, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 11th, Homeschooler Duration: 40 Minutes
Type: Activities, DBQs, Homework

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The Stamp Act - Skit Writing Activity
The Stamp Act - Skit Writing Activity
Send your students back in time to 1765 by allowing them to perform this skit for the class or the entire school. Teachers will especially love the...
By The Bonus Point Band
$2.49
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Subject: Drama, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: 2 Days
Type: Activities, Printables, Scripts

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State Quarters-Facts about the 50 States
State Quarters-Facts about the 50 States
Students will create state quarter collector cards by researching the following information on 4 different state quarters: -State quarter design ...
By Roseanne
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Subject: Economics (k-12), U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
Type: Bulletin Board Ideas, Fun Stuff, Projects

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Social Studies: Susan B. Anthony & Mary Bethune Worksheet
Social Studies: Susan B. Anthony & Mary Bethune Worksheet
This is a worksheet I created to assess my students' knowledge of Susan B. Anthony and Mary M. Bethune. There are 10 questions which cover various ...
By Ms. J
$2.00
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Assessment, Examinations - Quizzes, Worksheets

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European Explorer Jeopardy Game
European Explorer Jeopardy Game
Students love this game! It reinforces what they learn about the explorers and their sponsors, motives, routes, and impacts. It can be used as a st...
By Heidi Wachtin
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: 40 Minutes
Type: Games, Power Point Presentations

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People of the Thirteen Colonies Crossword
People of the Thirteen Colonies Crossword
This is a 14 question crossword focusing on famous people of the thirteen colonies. Questions include Thomas Paine, William Penn, Benjamin Frankli...
By Ms. Guppy
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Subject: U.S. History, World History Level(s): 5th, 8th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Fun Stuff, Worksheets

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Western Expansion -Reader's Theater Acts I - IV
Western Expansion -Reader's Theater Acts I - IV
This Reader's Theater includes all four of the one page scripts that explain the western expansion of the United States. Each act could be perform...
By Kim Andersen
$2.75
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Subject: Geography (k-12), Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: 1 hour
Type: Fun Stuff, Minilessons, Scripts

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The Louisiana Purchase - Westward Expansion
The Louisiana Purchase - Westward Expansion
The Louisiana Purchase is one of ten content-based lessons in our Westward Expansion Unit. After reading about the Louisiana Purchase, students wi...
By Splash! Publications
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Subject: English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Lesson Plans (Individual), Thematic Unit Plans

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American History Graphic Organizers
American History Graphic Organizers
This is a 39 page download containing many of the important events from American history. It is designed to help structure the whole year of your A...
By Natalie Kay
$8.00
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Subject: Government, Native Americans, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 1 Year
Type: Graphic Organizers, Handouts, Printables

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9/11 ~ Remembering the day: September 11th, 2001
9/11 ~ Remembering the day: September 11th, 2001
This is a packet with activities to teach kids about the events of September 11th and to remember the heroes and victims of this tragic event. Thi...
By Cathy Hutchinson
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Subject: Holidays/Seasonal, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Printables

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George Washington Fakebook Facebook Page Quotes
George Washington Fakebook Facebook Page Quotes
**Just updated. Fixed duplicate quotes. More updates to follow on this one. Become a follower so you know when it is updated!** This is George W...
By Make History Fun
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Fun Stuff, Handouts, Worksheets

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Giving Thanks: Pilgrims, Wampanoag, and Thanksgiving past and present!
Giving Thanks: Pilgrims, Wampanoag, and Thanksgiving past and present!
This unit provides activities to help your class learn about the Pilgrims, the Wampanoag, and the Thanksgiving holiday, past and present! "Givi...
By Andrea Phillips
$6.00
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Subject: Writing, Thanksgiving, U.S. History Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Printables, Thematic Unit Plans

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Roots of Democracy Activity
Roots of Democracy Activity
As an introductory activity in learning about the roots of democracy, students are placed in groups and imagine that they are stranded on a deserte...
By Jason Stein
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Subject: World History, U.S. History, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Lesson Plans (Individual), Worksheets

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Witch of Blackbird Pond Unit Plan
Witch of Blackbird Pond Unit Plan
Developed by Mark Weakland, this Witch of Blackbird Pond Literature Unit Plan consists of ten core 60 to 70 minute lessons and three supplemental l...
By Mark Weakland
$5.00
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Subject: Literature, Reading, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th Duration: 2 Weeks
Type: Homeschool Curricula, Lesson Plans (Bundled), Unit Plans

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History Movie Pitch Worksheet
History Movie Pitch Worksheet
Looking for an alternative to Q&A worksheets to assess comprehension of assigned reading? How about a fun assignment that encourages your students ...
By Heather Flood
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History, World History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Fun Stuff, Homework

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The Fighting Ground by Avi guided reading packet
The Fighting Ground by Avi guided reading packet
This packet contains 9 days of guided reading assignments and questions for the book The Fighting Ground by Avi....
By Kristina Eilers-lloyd
$3.99
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Subject: Reading, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Guided Reading Books, Novel Study, Study Guides

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Thanksgiving unit
Thanksgiving unit
Unit includes songs, fingerplays, science, math, art, bulletin board ideas, dramatic play enhancements, book list, home/school connections, literac...
By Learning Foundations
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Subject: Thanksgiving, Child Care, U.S. History Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Thematic Unit Plans, Unit Plans

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American Symbols Powerpoint
American Symbols Powerpoint
A simple powerpoint highlighling our American symbols. Gives brief facts. Great for vocabulary development!...
By Kathy Chandler
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Power Point Presentations

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The Titanic - An Introduction to A Night To Remember - UPDATED!
The Titanic - An Introduction to A Night To Remember - UPDATED!
Grab their attention! This highly-researched Power Point presentation uses sound clips from the Hollywood movie and TONS of information about the T...
By Melody Stroud
$3.99
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Subject: English Language Arts, Literature, U.S. History Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th Duration: 45 Minutes
Type: Power Point Presentations

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Constitution Powerpoint
Constitution Powerpoint
This 31 slide powerpoint, created by Beverly Brown, focuses on the United States Constitution and includes the history, the constitutional conventi...
By Beverly Brown
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Subject: Government, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th Duration: 90 Minutes
Type: Power Point Presentations

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Hobo Markings Great Depression Warm-up Bellringer
Hobo Markings Great Depression Warm-up Bellringer
A great warm-up bellringer for use when teaching about the Great Depression. This fun and historically accurate quiz allows students to play the r...
By Chris Hilgeman
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Subject: History, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, Higher Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Fun Stuff, Power Point Presentations, Simulations

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Oregon Trail Interactive Activity, Game, Lessons Common Core Standards
Oregon Trail Interactive Activity, Game, Lessons Common Core Standards
Oregon Trail Interactive Activity Game ELA History Social Studies Common Core Standards Met: 2,4,7 This is a 34 (7 new pages added!) page inte...
By Wise Guys
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Subject: Basic Operations, Economics (k-12), U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Games, Lesson Plans (Individual)

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Martin Luther King, Jr.- 19 PAGES of Fun Activities
Martin Luther King, Jr.- 19 PAGES of Fun Activities
19 pages of activities and worksheets to supplement your lessons on Martin Luther King, Jr. Fun activities that will creatively engage every stude...
By Mrs. Bart
$2.99
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Fun Stuff, Worksheets

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Westward Expansion Power Point-Preview/Review/Vocab
Westward Expansion Power Point-Preview/Review/Vocab
This Power Point presentation contains 84 slides teaching the major ideas, events, and vocabulary from the Westward Expansion period of U.S. histor...
By Anna Colley
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Subject: U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
Type: Multimedia, Power Point Presentations

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The Things They Carried : Powerpoint Introduction
The Things They Carried : Powerpoint Introduction
Great for introducing or reviewing Tim O'Brien's masterpiece, The Things They Carried! Introduce your students to The Things They Carried through t...
By Powerpoint Guru
$4.25
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Subject: English Language Arts, Literature, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Novel Study, Power Point Presentations

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Mock Congress: Legislative Government Lesson Plan
Mock Congress: Legislative Government Lesson Plan
Offered free but please rate in exchange. Fully outlined lesson with step by step instructions for teacher to facilitate mock congress session. ...
By Brittany Esbenshade
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 90 Minutes
Type: Activities, Cooperative Learning, Handouts

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Introduction to The Crucible: Salem Witch Trials Internet Activity
Introduction to The Crucible: Salem Witch Trials Internet Activity
This 2-page worksheet guides students through an interactive website presented by National Geographic pertaining to the Salem Witch Trials. It is a...
By Rebecca Malone
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Subject: English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Fun Stuff, Internet Activities

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Civil War Crossword Puzzle
Civil War Crossword Puzzle
This puzzle is one of a set of 11 crossword puzzles dealing with United States History. The entire set includes Famous Explorers, the Colonial Per...
By Donna Melton
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Subject: Library Skills, U.S. History, History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: 55 Minutes
Type: Worksheets, Activities, Fun Stuff

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Political Parties Federalist Democratic Republican Notes PowerPoint
Political Parties Federalist Democratic Republican Notes PowerPoint
This set of notes and presentations covers the first political parties in the United States. These notes and PowerPoint cover the beliefs of eac...
By Make History Fun
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Handouts, Lectures, Power Point Presentations

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American Symbols PowerPoint for Kindergarten- Veterans' Day
American Symbols PowerPoint for Kindergarten- Veterans' Day
This PowerPoint will introduce students to many symbols of our country, including the White House, a bald eagle, the American flag, the Statue of L...
By Melissa Williams
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Subject: U.S. History, Government, Reading Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Duration: N/A
Type: Power Point Presentations

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Battle of Saratoga Reader's Theater - Reading Fluency
Battle of Saratoga Reader's Theater - Reading Fluency
This is a very short version of the Battle of Saratoga and Benedict Arnold. It would be a great fluency activity for your struggling readers, and g...
By Kim Andersen
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Subject: EFL - ESL - ELD, Reading, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, Adult Education Duration: N/A
Type: Minilessons, Scripts

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Science Fiction the Lost Colony of Roanoke
Science Fiction the Lost Colony of Roanoke
This is a writing piece I have my students do that integrates social studies with the genre of science fiction. Students are asked to write a stor...
By Natalie's Nifty Innovations
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Short Stories Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
Type: Handouts, Printables

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Civil War Test & KEY- Vocab, M-Ch, Timeline, T/F
Civil War Test & KEY- Vocab, M-Ch, Timeline, T/F
This 40-question one page (2-sided) Civil War Test includes the following sections: Vocabulary Matching with defintions (ex. "emancipate" & "seces...
By Monica Lukins
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th Duration: N/A
Type: Assessment

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South-East States-'Our United States series' 37-Page Thematic Booklet
South-East States-'Our United States series' 37-Page Thematic Booklet
South East States Group - Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. 37 usable pages in this United Sta...
By Mary Hopkins
$5.95
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Subject: U.S. History, Geography (k-12), Civics Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, Homeschooler Duration: 3 Weeks
Type: Thematic Unit Plans, Worksheets, Lesson Plans (Bundled)

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President Project - Student Instructions
President Project - Student Instructions
This is an instruction packet for students to create a President Project. The project includes a biography, the creation of a stamp, a timeline, a...
By Mrs. Kanas
$4.00
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Projects

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RAFT The Colonists Rebel
RAFT The Colonists Rebel
This RAFT (Role, Audience, Format, Topic) focuses on the time period of the Boston Tea Party. Students are given a role (Patriots, George Washingt...
By Megan Hamilton
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 5th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Projects

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Geronimo: An American Legend- Movie Questions
Geronimo: An American Legend- Movie Questions
This is a set of 30 questions to accompany the 1993 movie Geronimo: An American Legend. It is an excellent movie for U.S. History classes and stars...
By Brian Schum
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Native Americans, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Handouts, Fun Stuff, Activities

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13 Colonies Scavenger Hunt Game
13 Colonies Scavenger Hunt Game
This game is a great review of the 13 colonies. Students rotate to three different stations and use the clues at each station to determine which co...
By Kristin Krempasky
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Subject: Special Education, U.S. History, Social Studies - History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 11th, Homeschooler Duration: 45 Minutes
Type: Activities, Fun Stuff, Worksheets

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