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THE HALIFAX EXPLOSION 1917 Differentiated Texts, Activities PRINT and EASEL
Canadian History: Over a hundred years ago, in 1917, Nova Scotia's Halifax harbour was rocked by a massive man made explosion like nothing the world had seen to that point. This resource tells the story of that horrific event linked to WWI. The Halifax Explosion (1917) includes; Three reading texts (Parts 1-3) written at two levels for a total of six text pages. Please note that the second, higher level passages do NOT have the four vocabulary words underlined. It is hoped that classroom te
4th - 7th
Canadian History, Informational Text, World History
L'explosion d'Halifax - Compréhension de lecture
Ce document comprend un texte original de 5 pages qui donne un survol de l'explosion d'Halifax de 1917 en Nouvelle-Écosse. Cette explosion artificielle a été la plus puissante explosion de l'histoire humaine avant l'emploi de la bombe atomique lors de la Deuxième Guerre mondiale. Ce texte est suivi d'une lexique d'une page qui fournit des définitions des mots qui sont en caractères gras dans le texte. Ensuite, il y a 14 questions à choix multiples étalées sur 2 pages. Trois questions à courte
4th - 12th
French, Social Studies
Canadian History - Explosion of Halifax - World War 1 - CHC2D - English
Canadian History - World War 1 and the Explosion of Halifax (PowerPoint 16 of 17 if purchasing the unit bundle) - Entire PowerPoint/lesson is in English! - Topics covered: The port of Halifax the explosion of Halifax, devastation and consequences, the investigation, Vince Coleman - Youtube videos to consolidate learning and reinforce content - 28 slides in total - Can edit the PowerPoint if you wish Designed for the CHC2D course using the Ontario curriculum. Your specific course code may be CHC
9th - 12th
Canadian History, Social Studies
Also included in: Canadian History - World War 1 - Complete Unit Bundle - CHC2D - English
The Halifax Explosion ELA Informational Text Test Prep for Google Classroom
The Halifax Explosion of 1917: The Tragedy that Forged an Enduring Friendship ELA Informational Text Test Prep Passage for Google ClassroomTest Prep, Common Core aligned. PDF file of the Google Slides file is also included along with the answer key!✔️ This is a paperless, no-prep activity bundle for use with Google Classroom via Google Slides! Instructions on how to download and access for your Google Classroom, along with how to deliver the material to your students remotely is also included.
4th - 7th
Canadian History, ELA Test Prep, Informational Text
The Halifax Explosion | Military Stories Series | World History
The Halifax Explosion Help students understand how a massive explosion in a Canadian harbor during World War I became one of the largest non-nuclear blasts in history with this clear, structured reading activity. This assignment explains how a collision between ships carrying dangerous materials led to widespread destruction. Students learn how accidents during wartime can have devastating and far-reaching consequences. Each assignment in this series includes a short structured reading followed
8th - 12th
Other (Social Studies), U.S. History, World History
Halifax Explosion Reading Comprehension Passage with Answers
This easy-to-read reading comprehension worksheet will help your students learn about the Halifax Explosion and test their understanding by answering simple questions. This download includes:Informational Text6 Comprehension QuestionsAnswer keysWe hope you like this resource Thank you
3rd - 6th
Close Reading, Informational Text, Other (Social Studies)
Also included in: Historic Disasters - Reading Comprehension Worksheet l Mega Bundle
Halifax Explosion Reading Comprehension Worksheet
We are happy to present this educational and engaging reading comprehension worksheet for your students to learn about Halifax Explosion and assess their knowledge by answering simple and targeted questions. This printable worksheet contains:➤ Five pages. ➤ A reading comprehension text followed by eight questions. ➤ 2 pages with enough space to answer each question ➤ Answers included These activity pages can be used for close reading exercises and Homework assignment Thank you.
3rd - 6th
Close Reading, Informational Text, Social Studies
Also included in: 20 Historic Disasters Reading Comprehension Bundle - Informational Texts
Canadian History - Explosion of Halifax - World War 1 - French / français
Canadian History - World War 1 and the Explosion of Halifax (PowerPoint 16 of 17 if purchasing the unit bundle) - Entire PowerPoint/lesson is in French / en français! Also available in English!- Topics covered: The port of Halifax the explosion of Halifax, devastation and consequences, the investigation, Vince Coleman - Youtube videos to consolidate learning and reinforce content - 30 slides in total - Can edit the PowerPoint if you wish Designed for the CHC2D course using the Ontario curriculu
9th - 12th
Canadian History, French, Social Studies
Halifax Explosion
Using several books, this unit helps students explore what happened during the Halifax Explosion. Hope and Survival, A Story of the Halifax Explosion- Story and Quilt Art by Laurie Smith With Love from Katie- A story that tells why we send a Christmas Tree to Boston each year. Several writings for students to read and answer questions on: -how the explosion happened - how many people died, were injured, and the house fires and snowstorm -the rescue efforts -who was responsible for the tragedy If
3rd - 12th
Canadian History, English Language Arts, Informational Text
Halifax Explosion Slides and Historical Fiction Writing Activity
Use the slides to teach students about the Halifax Explosion and to engage in class discussions. After, students can create a Historical Fiction story about a character that exists during the Halifax explosion.
3rd - 5th
Social Studies, Writing
Canadian History - World War 1 and the Explosion of Halifax - Note - English
Canadian History - World War 1 and the Explosion of Halifax (Note 16 of 17 if purchasing the unit bundle) - Entire note/lesson is in English! - Topics covered: The port of Halifax the explosion of Halifax, devastation and consequences, the investigation, Vince Coleman - 6 pages in total - Teacher notes / answer key included - Can edit the note if you wish - Best paired with PowerPoint Designed for the CHC2D course using the Ontario curriculum. Your specific course code may be CHC2DF. Best paire
9th - 12th
Canadian History, Social Studies
Also included in: Canadian History - World War 1 - Complete Unit Bundle - CHC2D - English
The Halifax Explosion, 1917, Canadian History
This lesson is intended for a grade 10, Canadian history class. The lesson covers the Halifax Explosion and includes a pdf of the Halifax Explosion slideshow I use with my class. The pdf includes a minds on: hook question to get students thinking, the context of WW1 and Halifax in 1917, a class discussion slide to brainstorm the risks of living in a port city, the events leading up to the explosion, facts about the explosion itself, the immediate aftermath and damage caused, Canadian and interna
10th
Canadian History, Social Studies, World History
My Halifax Explosion Writing Notebook - Manitoba Grade 6 Social Studies
Need a quick writing assignment to help strengthen your students understanding of World War 1 and connect it to Canadian history? The Halifax Explosion is a topic I use to get students considering what life was like in 1917. This quick writing assignment is laid out to help students get a quick understanding of the explosion and its impact whether online remote learning or in person. This booklet provides: - research questions - how to structure their writing - a rubric
5th - 7th
Social Studies, Writing, Writing-Essays
Factual Historical Recount Text-Halifax Explosion
Historical Factual Recount Text of the Halifax ExplosionThis is a GREAT cross curricular assignment (English/Social Studies) and allows the students to read, discuss, analyze, summarize and interpret this Canadian historical event. This can be completed as a small group discussion assignment or can be completed independently.
7th - 11th
English Language Arts, Reading Strategies, Social Studies
L'explosion de Halifax (histoire canadienne en français)
The Halifax Explosion of the First World War will be compared, using photos and articles) to the Beirut explosion in 2015 with the idea that students understand how to compare the past and the present. They will then find a historical moment that compares to one from WWI and explain what they discover in groups.
Not Specific
Canadian History, Other (Social Studies), Social Studies
The Halifax Explosion of 1917 Informational Text ELA Test Prep Reading Passage
The Halifax Explosion of 1917: The Tragedy that Forged an Enduring Friendship Informational Text ELA Test Prep Reading PassageTest Prep, Common Core aligned. Answer Key included. You May Also Be Interested in Our Social Studies Themed Informational Text ELA Test Prep BundleLooking for more? Want to dig even deeper with your students?You May Also Be Interested In The Following Products:Symbols of America Lesson Plan Bundle & Interactive Notebook MEGA BundleDifferentiated Women's History Interacti
5th - 7th
English Language Arts, Informational Text
The Halifax Explosion
*** Warning, this slideshow presentation contains sensitive written content, educational videos, and images. It is intended for EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY for age appropriate high school students** Includes images and videos of this disaster. About the presentation... This presentation outlines the Halifax explosion that devastated the city of Halifax on 6 December 1917 when two ships collided in the city's harbour, one of them a munitions ship loaded with explosives bound for the battlefields
7th - 12th, Adult Education
Canadian History, Other (Social Studies), Social Studies
Halifax Explosion crossword
This is a crossword with 28 terms about the Halifax Explosion of 1917. This is Canadian history, as well as World War I history. Included is a crossword with clues, a version with a word bank, and an answer key.
5th - 12th
Canadian History, Social Studies, World History
Halifax Explosion Presentation: Canada in the First World War
This 20 slide PowerPoint presentation provides an overview of the Halifax Explosion. It examines the importance of Halifax harbour, the ships involved--the Mont Blanc, Imo, and Stella Maris--, the reasons for and the reasons for the collision. Further details on the explosion, its effects, rescue efforts, the recovery, and finding fault are also discussed. This presentation provides a balance of images and information to engage students.
7th - 10th
Canadian History
Also included in: Canada & First World War PowerPoint Presentation Bundle: Canada and WW1
Canada & World War One PowerPoint Lecture- Halifax Explosion, Borden, US, 1917
Engage students with the unbelievable events of 1917 including the Halifax Explosion, the Zimmerman Telegram, US entry into the war, and the exit of the Russians under Vladimir Lenin. These events would make 1917 the most pivotal year of the war! TEACHERS LIKE YOU SAID…⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Awesome resource. Easy to use, and my students responded well to it. - KathleenThe lecture is clearly and creatively designed - 12 slides in total. This is a part of a unit - check the bottom of the page for details
7th - 12th
British History, Canadian History, Social Studies
Canadian History - World War 1 and the Explosion of Halifax - Note - French
Canadian History - World War 1 and the Explosion of Halifax (Note 16 of 17 if purchasing the unit bundle) - Entire note/lesson is in French / en français! Also available in English! - Topics covered: The port of Halifax the explosion of Halifax, devastation and consequences, the investigation, Vince Coleman - 4 pages in total - Can edit the note if you wish - To be paired with PowerPoint Designed for the CHC2D course using the Ontario curriculum. Your specific course code may be CHC2DF. Best p
9th - 12th
Canadian History, French, Social Studies
Curiosity Labs for Inquiry Based Learning 2.0: The Halifax Explosion
Curiosity Labs for Empowered Student Inquiry: The Halifax Explosion#halifaxexplosion #inquiry #empoweredlearning #engagedlearning Transform History Lessons with Curiosity Labs:Ignite Inquiry and Critical ThinkingEmpower your students to dive into inquiry driven history learning at a whole new level of engagement. Our expertly crafted inquiry-based labs empower students to master higher-level historical thinking skills while also fostering independent learning. Designed through years of classroom
5th - 8th
Canadian History, Social Studies
Also included in: 5 Curiosity Labs for Inquiry Learning: Canadian History Bundle #1
Emergency Sub Plans History Social Studies - Halifax Explosion word search
History Social Studies sub plans This word search puzzle can be used as emergency sub plans at any time. If your substitute is not a history expert, this resource will still work fine. This word search puzzle contains the names of twenty four vocabulary terms related to the Halifax Explosion. The word search is a PDF and ready to print and use. DO YOU WANT TPT CREDITS? Simply provide feedback for this purchase and you will receive TPT credits. Also, your feedback will help me to determine
Not Specific
Other (Social Studies), Social Studies
Also included in: Emergency Sub Plans Social Studies – Canadian History word search
Canadian History - World War 1 & the Explosion of Halifax - Google Form -English
Canadian History - World War 1 and the Halifax Explosion (Google Form 16 of 17 if purchasing the unit bundle) - Exit ticket - Entire Google Form is in French / en français! - Topics covered: The port of Halifax the explosion of Halifax, devastation and consequences, the investigation, Vince Coleman - Can edit the Google Form if you wish Designed for the CHC2D course using the Ontario curriculum. Your specific course code may be CHC2DF. Best paired with the PowerPoint and the fill in the blank
9th - 12th
Canadian History, Social Studies
Also included in: Canadian History - World War 1 - Complete Unit Bundle - CHC2D - English
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