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Types of Communities: Urban, Suburban, and Rural quiz
Types of Communities: Urban, Suburban, and Rural quiz
This powerpoint quiz consists of 8 picture slides of urban, suburban, and rural communities. It includes an ending slide with answers....
By Nancy Benner
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Subject: Government, U.S. History, For All Subject Areas Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th Duration: 30 Minutes
Type: Activities, Examinations - Quizzes, Power Point Presentations

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Civil War Causes - PowerPoint
Civil War Causes - PowerPoint
This 10-slide illustrative PowerPoint teaches the causes of the Civil War, including Union and Confederate views on slavery, Abraham Lincoln's pres...
By Monica Lukins
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 11th Duration: N/A
Type: Power Point Presentations

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My Informative State Project
My Informative State Project
Students use their research skills to find information about their chosen state. Students learn about the state's location, population, Native Amer...
By Beachyteach
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th Duration: N/A
Type: Printables, Projects, Research

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"The New World" (MP3 - song)
Few songs are able to condense a couple hundred years into less than two minutes of singing. However, The Bonus Point Band puts music to melodrama ...
By The Bonus Point Band
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Subject: History, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Songs

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Comparing and Contrasting Presidents
Comparing and Contrasting Presidents
This three-day lesson is a comparison of Abraham Lincoln and George Washington. It reaches a variety of state indicators in the area of nonfiction ...
By Annie Graham
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Subject: Balanced Literacy, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 1st, 2nd Duration: N/A
Type: Bibliographies, Lesson Plans (Bundled), Minilessons

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September 11, 2001
September 11, 2001
This is a PowerPoint presentation that helps students reflect on the events of September 11, 2001. There are focus questions and graphics that tell...
By Cabin Boy
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Power Point Presentations

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Just Across The Pasture - Study Guide
Just Across The Pasture - Study Guide
Developed by the author of "Just Across The Pasture", this five page accompanying study guide can be used with all elementary or ESL students. Se...
By Vareane Heese
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Subject: Creative Writing, Reading, U.S. History Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Study Guides, Lesson Plans (Bundled), Mini-Course

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Principles of the Constitution Choice Activity Pack
Principles of the Constitution Choice Activity Pack
I am a huge fan of differentiation, and this is a project I created to go with our government unit in Texas History, however it applies to all gove...
By Jennifer Nash
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Homework, Worksheets

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Ready to Serve- George Washington
Ready to Serve- George Washington
This is a 3 minute rock song about the life of George Washington. It includes the actual song I made in using Garage Band software, a lyric sheet, ...
By Smilewithhistory
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Subject: Other (Social Studies - History), U.S. History, Government Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Fun Stuff, Multimedia, Songs

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American Revolution - Battle of Trenton
American Revolution - Battle of Trenton
This activity summarizes one of the important battles of the American Revolution....
By Kristin Krempasky
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Subject: Special Education, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: 30 Minutes
Type: Activities, Worksheets

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President's Day - Abraham Lincoln Photo Timeline
President's Day - Abraham Lincoln Photo Timeline
Students will learn about the important events in Abraham Lincoln's life as they complete this photo timeline. Two versions are included, one for u...
By D Conway
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Subject: U.S. History Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: N/A
Type: Graphic Organizers, Printables, Worksheets

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Mr. Edelman's Curriculum Guide: Unit 5 - Reconstructing The Union
Mr. Edelman's Curriculum Guide: Unit 5 - Reconstructing The Union
Mr. Edelman's Curriculum Guide: Unit 5 - Reconstructing The Union This curriculum guide is what I personally created and use to teach American H...
By David Edelman
$10.00
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Lesson Plans (Bundled), Thematic Unit Plans, Unit Plans

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How the Enlightenment philosopes influenced American Gov.
How the Enlightenment philosopes influenced American Gov.
Students examine excerpts from the American Constitution and Declaration of independence to conclude which Enlightenment philosophers influenced ou...
By Christy Schirmer
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Subject: Civics, U.S. History, World History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Worksheets

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GRAPHIC-ORGANIZER-The Constitutional Structure of Government
GRAPHIC-ORGANIZER-The Constitutional Structure of Government
The study guides, known in teacher-talk as graphic organizers, are designed to cover the material essential to a real understanding of U.S. history...
By Joseph Tusing
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Subject: U.S. History Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Study Guides

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Counterculture of the 1960's PPT
Counterculture of the 1960's PPT
This powerpoint outlines the major events of the counterculture movement in the 1960's. Images enhance student engagement greatly....
By Chris Daubert
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 11th, 12th Duration: 45 Minutes
Type: Power Point Presentations

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Powerpoint - Jacksonian Democracy: Presidency of Andrew Jackson
Powerpoint - Jacksonian Democracy: Presidency of Andrew Jackson
This 16-slide power point presentation details the life of Andrew Jackson. It begins with his childhood and moves through his heroics during the W...
By Aaperales
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Subject: U.S. History, Social Studies - History Level(s): 5th, 8th, 11th Duration: 2 Days
Type: Power Point Presentations

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Constitution Flash Cards
Constitution Flash Cards
This is a set of 23 three part cards that students use to learn about the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Cards are meant to be matched by st...
By Ms. D
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Flash Cards, Fun Stuff

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President's Day - Barack Obama Photo Timeline
President's Day - Barack Obama Photo Timeline
Students will learn about the important events in Barack Obama's life as they complete this photo timeline. Two versions are included, one for uppe...
By D Conway
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Subject: U.S. History, Government, Graphing Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A
Type: Graphic Organizers, Printables, Worksheets

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Readers Theater for Frederick Douglass
Readers Theater for Frederick Douglass
Your students will love this approach to history! This 21 page readers' theater is specifically created to meet the Georgia Performance Standards f...
By Susan Hardin
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Subject: U.S. History, Social Studies - History, Oral Communication Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
Type: Minilessons, Scripts

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Reaching the Breaking Point: A Prelude to the Civil War
Reaching the Breaking Point: A Prelude to the Civil War
This powerpoint outlines several key events leading to the civil war dating from 1850 to 1861. Numerous visuals are included as a means of engaging...
By Bj
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Subject: U.S. History Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Power Point Presentations

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The Civil War - Who Was Better Prepared to Fight: North or South?
The Civil War - Who Was Better Prepared to Fight: North or South?
This is an 8 slide PowerPoint presentation designed to facilitate a high level discussion about who had the greater advantage going into the Civil ...
By Marc Stafford
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Subject: U.S. History, Social Studies - History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 1 hour
Type: Power Point Presentations

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Unit 17: Foreign and Domestic Affairs, 1981-2001
Unit 17: Foreign and Domestic Affairs, 1981-2001
This five-page study guide is the seventeenth in a series of seventeen that I designed to give students an easy way to focus on essential historica...
By Jim Smith
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Subject: U.S. History Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 90 Minutes
Type: Study Guides

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American Colonies Unit- 43 PAGES!!
American Colonies Unit- 43 PAGES!!
43 pages of activities to supplement your American Colony Unit! Fun Activities that will creatively engage every student in your class! Informa...
By Mrs. Bart
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Subject: British History, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Projects, Worksheets

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Social Studies Songs
Social Studies Songs
A listing of mostly rock songs and the social studies concepts that can be found in them. If you do download this I would apprciate to know what y...
By Jake
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Fun Stuff, Songs

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Fallen Angels by Walter Dean Myers Chapters 15-23 Test
Fallen Angels by Walter Dean Myers Chapters 15-23 Test
This 56-question multiple-choice test is to be used with the novel, Fallen Angels by Walter Dean Myers. There are a variety of level of questions,...
By Kathryn Craig
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Subject: English Language Arts, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Assessment, Examinations - Quizzes, Novel Study

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"The Gettysburg Address" (Handout)
Memorize one of the greatest speeches in United States history as you fill in the blanks. Use the words that you write in the blanks to answer a sp...
By The Bonus Point Band
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Subject: History, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Handouts, Printables

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Introduction to the Articles of Confederation PowerPoint
Introduction to the Articles of Confederation PowerPoint
This 14-slide presentation introduces students to the reasons the Articles of Confederation were written. It also explains how the Articles' weakn...
By Janet Hall
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Power Point Presentations

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Martin Luther King Jr. PowerPoint Presentation and Writing Assignment
Martin Luther King Jr. PowerPoint Presentation and Writing Assignment
This PowerPoint presentation (with a writing assignment) has 30 slides depicting the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., from birth to his death, a...
By Happyedugator
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Subject: English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Lectures, Minilessons, Power Point Presentations

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Lewis and Clark Expedition Powerpoint
Lewis and Clark Expedition Powerpoint
This 24 slide powerpoint presentation focuses on the Lewis and Clark expedition. Created by Beverly Brown, it includes background information on t...
By Beverly Brown
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Subject: Geography (k-12), U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th Duration: N/A
Type: Power Point Presentations

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"Give Us Peace" (MP3 - song)
Learn about every war the United States of America has been involved in since 1783. This radio-friendly tune by The Bonus Point Band can only be fo...
By The Bonus Point Band
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Subject: History, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Songs

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Coming of Age U.S. Imperialism 1900s Spanish American War PPT
Coming of Age U.S. Imperialism 1900s Spanish American War PPT
Super powerpoint with pictures, maps and other images to lead lecture discussion on American Imperialism at the turn of the century. Topics covere...
By Michele Luck's Social Studies
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History, History Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education Duration: 45 Minutes
Type: Activities, Lectures, Power Point Presentations

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Holidays Around the World with BONUS easy Thank You Note
Holidays Around the World with BONUS easy Thank You Note
This unit provides many solid hours of holiday related seat work that primary (2nd or 3rd grade) students can do with very little guidance. ...
By Teachersrock60
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Subject: Other (Social Studies - History), Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 2nd, 3rd Duration: 2 Weeks
Type: Fun Stuff, Mini-Course, Minilessons

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Colonial Times Webquest Activity
Colonial Times Webquest Activity
This is a Colonial Times webquest that has a section on Plymouth and the Pilgrims, as well as the 13 colonies: New England Colonies, Middle Colonie...
By Elementary Lesson Plans
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Subject: Thanksgiving, U.S. History, Native Americans Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Webquests, Printables

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Federalism Venn Diagram
Federalism Venn Diagram
A Venn diagram helps students understand the complexities of Federalism. Students are given a Venn diagram with a list of options and a textbook ...
By Colorado Teacher
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: Other
Type: Handouts, Homework, Printables

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American Symbols Poems
American Symbols Poems
AMERICAN SYMBOLS contains a set of nine poems designed to assist teaching about American Symbols to kindergarten children. They follow the Geor...
By Nancy Bloom
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Subject: Civics, U.S. History, Government Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten Duration: N/A
Type: Other

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February Fun! Holiday Thematic Unit
February Fun! Holiday Thematic Unit
Celebrate the entire month of February with one convenient thematic holiday unit! You will find material for Groundhog's Day, Valentine's Day, Pres...
By Dwayne Kohn
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Subject: For All Subject Areas, U.S. History, English Language Arts Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Duration: N/A
Type: Unit Plans, Thematic Unit Plans, Printables

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Black History Month Timeline
Black History Month Timeline
Cards of notable events in Black History for the creation of a timeline....
By Sandra Achterman
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Subject: Other (Social Studies - History), U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
Type: Bulletin Board Ideas, Outlines, Other

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French and Indian War Lesson
French and Indian War Lesson
The French and Indian War is one of nine content-based lessons in our Early American Government Unit. After reading about the French and India...
By Splash! Publications
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Government Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: 2 Days
Type: Activities, Lesson Plans (Individual), Thematic Unit Plans

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Causes of World War I Flip Book Activity
Causes of World War I Flip Book Activity
This interactive and student-centered activity is a great strategy to help students understand the causes of World War I. In this activity, studen...
By Bill D.
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Subject: European History, U.S. History, World History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 2 hours
Type: Handouts, Lesson Plans (Individual), Projects

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The Sixties
The Sixties
Powerpoint picture slideshow of major events of the '60's set to music of the '60's. Events include JFK campaign and inauguration,Bay of Pigs, Ber...
By Edward Henderson
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Subject: U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Power Point Presentations

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American History - Trading worksheet
American History - Trading worksheet
A brief in-class or homework assignment looking at what a French trader might have had for barter with other peoples in the backwoods of this count...
By Latraveler
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities

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FAMOUS BLACK AMERICANS: GOTTA STUDY'EM ALL!
FAMOUS BLACK AMERICANS: GOTTA STUDY'EM ALL!
This project for Black History Month encourages students to create "trading cards" of famous black Americans. The idea is based on the trading card...
By John Marshall Carter
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Subject: Afro-American Studies, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: 4 Days
Type: Activities, Internet Activities, Lesson Plans (Individual)

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Hitler: The Rise of Evil Movie Viewing Worksheet -- Fill-in Activity
Hitler: The Rise of Evil Movie Viewing Worksheet -- Fill-in Activity
Hitler: The Rise of Evil Movie Worksheet -- Fill-In Activity Designed to be used by students as they watch the film. Students will pay better at...
By Elise Parker
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Subject: European History, U.S. History, World History Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: 3 hours
Type: Activities, Mini-Course, Worksheets

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Immigration Game Activity with Answer Key Common Core Standards
Immigration Game Activity with Answer Key Common Core Standards
Immigration Game Activity with Answer Key Common Core ELA History Social Studies Standards: 4 This is a fun game to review topics of immigration....
By Wise Guys
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 45 Minutes
Type: Activities, Games, Study Guides

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Early American Industrial Revolution
Early American Industrial Revolution
A middle school level overview of the early Industrial Revolution. Includes promts for class discussion regarding the long term effects that these ...
By Donald Kazmark Iii
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Subject: Economics (k-12), Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
Type: Homeschool Curricula, Power Point Presentations

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Background for The Witch of Blackbird Pond
Background for The Witch of Blackbird Pond
The Witch of Blackbird Pond is a terrific novel that contrasts cultures, religions, and political views. The protagonist, Kit Tyler, was raised by ...
By Connie Schenkelberg
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Subject: English Language Arts, Literature, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: 4 Days
Type: Handouts, Internet Activities, Novel Study

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Civil War Powerpoint
Civil War Powerpoint
This is a Civil War powerpoint used to address important objectives. It is used along with the Civil War study guide to help prepare students for ...
By Mr. T In Stp
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Subject: U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: 1 Week
Type: Lectures, Power Point Presentations

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America The Story of Us: Division (Episode 4) Video Guide
America The Story of Us: Division (Episode 4) Video Guide
Video study guide for Episode 4: Division of America The Story of Us. Movie guide comes complete with answer key. Questions follow the film in same...
By Randy Tease
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Movie Guides

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1920's Scrapbook Assignment
1920's Scrapbook Assignment
This scrapbook assignment requires students to show - creatively - what they know about the 1920's: new inventions, consumer products, slang and l...
By Relentless Innovation
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Subject: Canadian History, U.S. History, World History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th Duration: N/A
Type: Assessment

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Anasazi and Mesa Verde PowerPoint
Anasazi and Mesa Verde PowerPoint
This powerpoint shows pictures of Mesa Verde and Pecos. It shows how and where the Anasazi lived. The images from the powerpoint are a great help...
By History Wizard
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Subject: Native Americans, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler, Staff Duration: 50 Minutes
Type: Lectures, Power Point Presentations

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