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The Culture of Virginia is Changing
The Culture of Virginia is Changing
This is a Power Point used to teach VS 4b - how the cultures in Virginia were changing in the 1700's before the Revolutionary War. ...
By Science Gal
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Subject: U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A
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The Cold War In a Nutshell
The Cold War In a Nutshell
The Cold War in a Nutshell: From the creation of the USSR to Boris Yeltsin, this worksheet with answer key (in a separate document, also free) clea...
By Amy Surdacki
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Subject: European History, U.S. History, World History Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 1 Week
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Powerpoint 42 slides
Martin Luther King, Jr. Powerpoint 42 slides
Facts and photos of Dr. King's life. Beautiful black and white format. Great for discussions focused on social studies, history, heroes, holidays...
By Mrs. Armstrong
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Subject: U.S. History Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A
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13 Colonies Research Project
13 Colonies Research Project
This project is to be done in correlation with the study of the 13 original colonies. Each student selects one of the colonies to research; then t...
By Susan Tigert
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Subject: U.S. History Level(s): 8th, 11th Duration: N/A
Type: Power Point Presentations, Research

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Constitution Day Go Fish card game
Constitution Day Go Fish card game
This is a set of cards to create a Go Fish game to go along with your Constitution Day lesson. One card is pictured in the sample, there are 8 car...
By Richelle Votaw
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Games

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Go Obama! A children's version of Obama's Inauguration Speech
Go Obama! A children's version of Obama's Inauguration Speech
I wrote this the day after the inauguration of Barack Obama. It is his speech in essence, but divided among 31 speakers - this number easily adapta...
By Susan Russell
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Subject: Drama, Reading, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Printables, Projects, Scripts

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Exploring European Explorers Chart
Exploring European Explorers Chart
Challenge your students to research the most famous European explorers by completing this chart. It is a great way to organize facts the explorers...
By B.rogers
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Subject: European History, U.S. History, World History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: 1 Week
Type: Assessment, Research, Study Guides

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State and Capitals
State and Capitals
This download has activities to do with States and Capitals. Students will be learning all 50 states and their capitals. ...
By Stacy Pearson
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Subject: Geography (k-12), Other (Social Studies - History), U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Fun Stuff, Study Guides

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Social Studies: Character Traits of Franklin Roosevelt SmartBoard
Social Studies: Character Traits of Franklin Roosevelt SmartBoard
This social studies SmartBoard Lesson is designed to be used as a teaching tool to help guide your instruction as you teach about the character tra...
By Ms. J
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Character Education Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: SmartBoard Lessons & Whiteboard Activities, Lectures

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Primary Grades Internet Scavenger Hunt - Important Americans
Primary Grades Internet Scavenger Hunt - Important Americans
An internet scavenger hunt allows students to use educational websites in order to explore their standards. This scavenger hunt allows students to...
By Heidi Raki
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Homework, Internet Activities

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Declaration of Independence Presentation and Activity
Declaration of Independence Presentation and Activity
Based on an article by Stephen Lucas which is included in this packet, this presentation introduces students to the document as a masterly piece of...
By O
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Subject: Creative Writing, Literature, U.S. History Level(s): 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Lectures, Transparencies

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Abe's Whiskers - A Resource for Presidents' Day
Abe's Whiskers - A Resource for Presidents' Day
The story of how a young American girl changed "the face" of American history. This short activity pack tells the story of Grace Bedell who wrote a...
By Sos Supply
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Subject: Writing, President's Day, U.S. History Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler, Staff Duration: Lifelong Tool
Type: Activities, Fun Stuff, Minilessons

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Korea & Vietnam
Korea & Vietnam
This one page historical reading plus one page of questions summarizes the hottest Hot Spots of the Cold War -- the Korean and Vietnam Wars. It is ...
By Lady Lion
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Subject: Social Studies - History, World History, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 30 Minutes
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Loyalist or Patriot? Writing an Opinion Piece
Loyalist or Patriot? Writing an Opinion Piece
This two-day lesson plan includes all of the components you will need to have your students write an opinion piece on whether they would be a Loyal...
By Runde's Room
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Writing Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: 2 Days
Type: Activities, Lesson Plans (Individual)

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Labor Day Lesson-Core Standards
Labor Day Lesson-Core Standards
Our Labor Day Lesson fosters literacy in History and Social Studies for 1st-3rd grade students. After learning about the history of Labor Day, stud...
By Splash! Publications
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Subject: English Language Arts, Holidays/Seasonal, U.S. History Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd Duration: 2 Days
Type: Lesson Plans (Individual), Literacy Center Ideas, SmartBoard Lessons & Whiteboard Activities

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Celebrate President's Day and Practice Reading Skills
Celebrate President's Day and Practice Reading Skills
Not enough time for Social Studies? These lessons and activities are designed for the busy to teacher to incorporate biographical information about...
By Marybeth Grecsek
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Subject: Reading, U.S. History, Social Studies - History Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: 90 Minutes
Type: Activities, Lesson Plans (Individual), Printables

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Native American CrossWord Puzzles
Native American CrossWord Puzzles
This pdf file contains crossword puzzles about each of the Native American tribes featured in the book "History Pockets: Native Americans Grades 1-...
By Varkgirl
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Subject: Native Americans, Reading, U.S. History Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd Duration: 1 Semester
Type: Activities, Printables, Thematic Unit Plans

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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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RAFT American Revolution
RAFT American Revolution
Using this RAFT (Role, Audience, Format, Topic), students create different projects based around the beginning of the American Revolution. A rubri...
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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Columbus History and 4 Kinds of Sentences
Columbus History and 4 Kinds of Sentences
This is a 2 page history of Columbus and his 4 trips and a worksheet that reviews the 4 kinds of sentences. Mrs. R....
By Mrs. R.
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Subject: English Language Arts, Grammar, U.S. History Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Handouts, Worksheets

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Readers' Theater: Paul Revere
Readers' Theater: Paul Revere
Your students will love this approach to history! This 16 page reader���¢�¯�¿�½�¯�¿�½s th...
By Susan Hardin
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Oral Communication Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
Type: Scripts, Minilessons

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Reading: Summary of War in Vietnam
Reading: Summary of War in Vietnam
Brief, one page summary of the War in Vietnam. Good for struggling readers because the questions are listed next to the paragraph where the answer...
By Christy Schirmer
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Subject: U.S. History, World History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Handouts, Homework

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Events Leading to Civil War Graphic Organizer or Worksheet
Events Leading to Civil War Graphic Organizer or Worksheet
This assignment can be used with the Events Leading to Civil War Powerpoint or on it's own. The graphic organizer has good pictures that includes q...
By Tony Pavlovich Instructomania
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Subject: U.S. History Level(s): 8th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Lesson Plans (Individual), Worksheets

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Study Guide America - Middle Grades
Study Guide America - Middle Grades
213 Questions and Answers pertaining to U.S. History. Great Study Guide, Handout, or Test Prep. Would also be a great study guide for an Academic...
By Teacher Concepts
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Subject: U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Adult Education Duration: N/A
Type: Study Guides, Test Prep, Handouts

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Christopher Columbus Information and Fun
Christopher Columbus Information and Fun
This is a unit with a brief history of Christopher Columbus and his four journeys; questions, both literal and inferential, about his history; a cr...
By Mrs. R.
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A
Type: Minilessons, Printables, Worksheets

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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--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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Indiana History Lesson-Core Standards
Indiana History Lesson-Core Standards
Indiana History is a literacy-based lesson aligned with the Common Core Standards. This 25-page lesson teaches about the state's first people, f...
By Splash! Publications
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Subject: English Language Arts, Geography (k-12), U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, Homeschooler Duration: 2 Days
Type: Activities, Lesson Plans (Individual), SmartBoard Lessons & Whiteboard Activities

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Veterans Day
Veterans Day
These are meaningful and personal activities that I created for my students because I never found an all inclusive published version. This 9 page p...
By Ruth S.
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Internet Activities, Worksheets

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3106-8 Transcontinental Railroad Reconstruction Era
3106-8 Transcontinental Railroad Reconstruction Era
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will be able to explain the effects, both positive and negative, of the Transcontinental ...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Homeschool Curricula, Lesson Plans (Individual)

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Introduction to the Vietnam War
Introduction to the Vietnam War
This is a 51 slide introduction to the conflict in Vietnam. This presentation does contain your standard and basic concepts of Vietnam, but comes w...
By Fleegle
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Subject: U.S. History, World History Level(s): 7th, 8th Duration: 1 hour
Type: Fun Stuff, Lectures, Power Point Presentations

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Mid-Atlantic States-'Our United States' 32-Page Lesson Plans Booklet
Mid-Atlantic States-'Our United States' 32-Page Lesson Plans Booklet
Mid-Atlantic States - Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Washington, D.C. 32 usable pages in this United States ...
By Mary Hopkins
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Subject: Civics, Geography (k-12), U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, Homeschooler Duration: 3 Weeks
Type: Lesson Plans (Individual), Thematic Unit Plans, Worksheets

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Thanksgiving Fun w/ Venn Diagrams
Thanksgiving Fun w/ Venn Diagrams
Sequencing with Recipes, Comparing and Contrasting with Holiday Celebrations...
By Bdub
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Subject: U.S. History, Native Americans, Thanksgiving Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Fun Stuff, Graphic Organizers

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Cesar Chavez Powerpoint presentaion
Cesar Chavez Powerpoint presentaion
This power point presentation is ready to go. It is 14 slides containing graphics and text describing Cesar Chavez's life and work. It covers what...
By Alyssa Rosen
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Subject: Civics, Labor Studies, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education Duration: N/A
Type: Power Point Presentations

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The Secret Soldier by Ann McGovern
The Secret Soldier by Ann McGovern
This novel study is on The Secret Soldier by Ann McGovern. It is a biography on the life of Deborah Sampson. This offers a general overview of the ...
By T Piper
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Subject: English Language Arts, Reading, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Novel Study

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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 13 Colonies Triangular Trade
The 13 Colonies Triangular Trade
This three day lesson on triangular trade includes a short simulation of the trade routes, uses a word web to connect student learning with prior k...
By J.m. Carlin
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A
Type: Lesson Plans (Individual), Printables

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13 Colonies Graphic Organizers & Sorting Game
13 Colonies Graphic Organizers & Sorting Game
This lesson includes graphic organizers for the New England, Middle & Southern colonies. It also includes a characteristic sort game to assess stud...
By Kristin Krempasky
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Special Education, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 11th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Assessment, Graphic Organizers

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You're a Grand Old Flag - powerpoint
You're a Grand Old Flag - powerpoint
Here is a powerpoint presentation that accompanies the song "You're a Grand Old Flag". I use it in my class when I teach patriotic songs. There a...
By David
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Subject: Music, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Multimedia, Power Point Presentations, Songs

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Civil War Newpaper Project Activity
Civil War Newpaper Project Activity
Students create newspaper article on various events and people during the Civil War. They also write a Dear Abby problem and classified ads. This p...
By Tony Pavlovich Instructomania
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Subject: U.S. History Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Civil War Lesson Plan, Project, Activities (Common Core Standards)
Civil War Lesson Plan, Project, Activities (Common Core Standards)
Unit Lesson Plan: Civil War Lesson Plan, Project, and Activities Answer KEY Common Core ELA History Social Studies Standards Met: 1,2,4,7, Thi...
By Wise Guys
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 1 Week
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George Washington Fakebook Facebook Page 1st Term of Presidency
George Washington Fakebook Facebook Page 1st Term of Presidency
This is George Washington's Fakebook (Facebook) page that includes status updates, pictures, quotes, relationship status, and employment informatio...
By Make History Fun
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Lost Colony Roanoke and Jamestown Settlements Worksheet Common Core
Lost Colony Roanoke and Jamestown Settlements Worksheet Common Core
Lost Colony Roanoke and Jamestown Settlements Worksheet Common Core ELA History Social Studies Standards: 2,4 The worksheet is two pages in len...
By Wise Guys
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Subject: European History, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 45 Minutes
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Prentice Hall ®American History (Chapter 3) Colonies Take Root
Prentice Hall ®American History (Chapter 3) Colonies Take Root
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By Cynthia Deurmeier
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Subject: U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
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Constitution and Bill of Rights Puzzle
Constitution and Bill of Rights Puzzle
I use this Constitution and Bill of Rights Puzzle as a way to review the major ideas and people from the document. There are 15 pieces to the puzzl...
By Make History Fun
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Subject: U.S. History, Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 30 Minutes
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THANKSGIVING POEM
THANKSGIVING POEM
Kids are asked to think about things they're thankful for OR that they're thankful about something they did or accomplished. They're also asked to ...
By Ruth S.
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Writing Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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California - Early History to Statehood- 4.3
California - Early History to Statehood- 4.3
This comprehensive 5 lesson powerpoint presentation will lead students to explain the economic, social, and political life in California from the e...
By Mr. B.
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 4th Duration: 1 Month
Type: Power Point Presentations

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State Government Learning Contract
State Government Learning Contract
This contract is wonderful for creating a differentiated learning opportunity for your students. It includes many activity ideas for your students...
By Eileen Rafuse
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Homework, Projects

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Early People of California - History and Social Studies 4.2
Early People of California - History and Social Studies 4.2
This comprehensive 8-lesson unit covers the early people of California from the Native Americans to the time of Mexican rule. Throughout the unit ...
By Mr. B.
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Subject: Native Americans, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 4th Duration: N/A
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Great Depression Meal Experiment
Great Depression Meal Experiment
A group activity to recreate Great Depression meals......
By Colleen Sperry
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Subject: Cooking, Literature, U.S. History Level(s): 8th Duration: N/A
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