Secondary Social Studies Diversified
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I'm an intervention specialist who has been teaching students with mild to moderate learning needs since 2015! I work at a career technical high school.
I've taught nine different content areas throughout my teaching career, but teaching American Government has been one class I've taught consistently. For this reason, I've developed a passion for teaching social studies curriculum!
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Federalists and Anti-Federalists Reading Comprehension Worksheet and Questions
Students will annotate the text while reading about The Articles of Confederation, Federalists and Anti-Federalists, and how the compromises at the Constitutional Convention in 1787 helped create the U.S. Constitution. Middle school and high school students will practice effective close reading strategies and answer higher-level thinking reading comprehension questions. Whether you're introducing the concepts or assigning the handout for homework to act as a review, students will understand th
8th - 11th
Government, Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.9-10.1
, RI.9-10.2
, WHST.9-10.2b
Systems of Government | Types of Government | Forms of Government Activities
This activity examines different types and systems of governments from around the world. The goal of the lesson is to identify various forms of government and to comprehend that types of government can overlap. Types of government included are democracy, monarchy, dictatorship, totalitarian, theocracy, and anarchy. This lesson can be used for higher achieving students in grades 5-8 and students who need more support academically in grades 9-12. Students can use the graphic organizer provided t
6th - 9th
Government, Social Studies, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.4
, RH.6-8.7
, WHST.6-8.2b
Three Branches US Government | Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions
Teaching the branches of government is easy when using these two-sided worksheets. Students learn the necessary information about the legislative, executive, and judicial branches, such as what established the three branches, their functions, and their responsibilities in United States government. In total, there are 23 literal and 15 inferential questions. This activity can be used before teaching the branches, as last-minute sub plans, or to help reinforce concepts previously learned. The te
7th - 10th
Government, Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.9-10.2
, RI.9-10.4
, WHST.9-10.1
Constitutional Principles Analyze the U.S. Constitution Primary Source Activity
Students will analyze ten quotes from the U.S. Constitution, decide which of the six principles of government is referenced, and use the optional notes included to cite evidence from the text. Principles of the Constitution include checks and balances, separation of powers, limited government, federalism, popular sovereignty, and judicial review. Middle and high school students will learn to define the six principles, their impact on the government, and how we still see the principles in action
8th - 11th
Government, Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.9-10.1
, RI.9-10.2
, RH.9-10.4
Political Parties | Where are you on the political spectrum? | Quiz and Activity
Use this left vs. right survey to assist students in discovering their political ideology. By the end of this assignment, students will be able to explain their stance on hot button issues in politics. They'll explain why they identify with being more left, liberal, and Democratic, moderate, or right, conservative, and Republican. Students will gain an understanding of how they can become civically involved based on their political views. Students will answer 20 questions by rating how much the
8th - 11th
Elections - Voting, Government, Social Studies
CCSS
RH.9-10.2
, RH.9-10.4
Constitution Amendments Review Sheet Amendments 1-27 Test Prep | Quiz | Activity
Review the US Constitution Amendments, including the Bill of Rights, the Reconstruction Amendments, etc. The Amendments in the Constitution (Amendments 1-27) are reviewed in these print and digital handouts. To review each group of Amendments, students match the definition with the corresponding number, answer 2-3 multiple-choice questions, and answer more rigorous style questions such as analyzing a primary source, a short answer question, etc. Whether you've finished studying a group of Amend
9th - 12th
Government, Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.11-12.4
, RI.11-12.8
, WHST.11-12.2
Current Events Research Project | Presentation | Scaffolded Lesson Grades 7-12
Are you wondering where to start when teaching your middle and high school students about world current events and currents in the US government? This choice-based research project and presentation will give you and your students step-by-step directions. There are checkpoints so you can assign mini due dates throughout the assignment. Also included is an entire example presentation to help students visualize how they will be putting together their research. I use this in my special education cl
8th - 11th
Civics, For All Subjects, Government
CCSS
RH.9-10.2
, RH.9-10.4
, WHST.9-10.1b
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Differences Between Federalists and Anti-Federalists Stations U.S. Constitution
Do you need to introduce the disagreements between the Federalists and Anti-Federalists? Are you having trouble reviewing the U.S. Constitution and the main ideas of the Constitution debate? This station activity can help teach and review the disagreements between delegates at the Philadelphia Convention. Middle and high school students alike will practice determining whether the Federalists or Anti-Federalists agreed with ten different statements. Depending on the needs of your students, allow
8th - 11th
Government, Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
RH.6-8.4
, RH.9-10.4
, RH.11-12.4
The Bill of Rights Differentiated Task Cards and Notes | Amendments 1-10
Engage your middle school and high school students with the amendments in the Bill of Rights (Amendments 1-10). Use differentiated teaching with these task cards. Each question includes four leveled questions. Each question aligns with Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy levels of thinking, DOK style questions, and government standards. Support diverse middle and high school learners by pre-teaching important vocabulary terms with images. The guided notes include a space for students to create a visual me
8th - 11th
Civics, Government, U.S. History
CCSS
RH.9-10.4
, WHST.9-10.2a
Federalist and Anti-Federalist Activities+Assessment Bundle U.S. Constitution
This product bundle includes activities to help you teach about the Articles of Confederation, the Constitutional Convention, Federalists & Anti-Federalists, and how their different viewpoints led to the creation of the Constitution. By the end of the unit, students will be able to explain the different views of the Founders. Provide students with an understanding of aspects included in the drafting of the Constitution. Middle and high school students will complete assignments that incorporat
8th - 11th
Government, Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.9-10.2
, WHST.9-10.9
Constitution Amendments | Stations | Amendments 1-27 | USA Test Prep
Teach about the amendments in the Constitution using student-centered learning with these station activities. Explore topics such as the Civil Rights Movement, the Bill of Rights, and many others. Students will interpret graphs, analyze quotes, and make predictions about Amendments #1-27. Help students get active with amendment stations! Place the stations around the room to review a single amendment group or use it as a cumulative review before a state standardized test or classroom-based asses
8th - 11th
Government, Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.9-10.4
, WHST.9-10.2d
Civics and Government | Political Issues | Research Project | Civic Engagement
Your middle and high school students will choose a topic to research, and they'll discover how to help improve the political issue. This project will guide students to analyze their topic by examining current data and public policies using a two-page handout. Students will learn how citizens can help the government to address problems in society, and take a closer look at the role people can play at the federal, state, and local levels. Once finished with the project, students can complete foll
9th - 12th
Civics, Government, Social Studies
CCSS
RH.9-10.1
, WHST.9-10.6
, WHST.9-10.7
Student Assignment Checklist | FREEBIE | Work Completion | Organization Template
Guide your students through the work completion process by using this checklist! It can be used daily to help students organize their assignments. The graphic organizer will allow students to visualize their weekly to-do list. Use this freebie to assist students in-person, during online learning, or even in a flipped classroom! A student-led template is a perfect tool to help students become independent. This Download Includes:✅Teacher directions ✅Student work completion checklist ☆You may als
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Executive Branch Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions | Branches of Gov
Teaching the executive branch of government is easy when using this two-sided worksheet. Students learn the necessary information about the branch, the president's department, and cabinets, how the Constitution creates the branch, and it outlines how a president is elected. In total, there are seven literal and five inferential questions. You could use this as an activity prior to teaching the branch, last-minute sub plans, or to help reinforce concepts previously learned. The text is organize
7th - 10th
Civics, Government, Social Studies
CCSS
RI.9-10.2
, RI.9-10.4
, WHST.9-10.1
Current Events Reading Comprehension Worksheet | Use With Any Article
Your middle and high school students can choose any current event article to complete this handout. Students answer five literal and inferential comprehension questions and cite information from the text. To complete this assignment, the class can vote on an article to read together, or assign as homework. This is a helpful tool to collect data and progress towards IEP reading comprehension goals or as a way to expose students to current events. This Download includes: ✅Teacher directions ✅ A t
8th - 11th
English Language Arts, Informational Text, Social Studies
CCSS
RI.9-10.1
, RH.9-10.4
Judicial Branch Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions | Branches of Gov
Teaching the judicial branch of government is easy when using this two-sided worksheet. Students learn the necessary information about the federal and state courts, members and terms of the U.S. Supreme Court, and famous Supreme Court cases. In total, there are six literal and four inferential questions. This activity can be used prior to teaching the branch, as last-minute sub plans, or to help reinforce concepts previously learned. The text is organized into small chunks. Assign one section
7th - 10th
Civics, Government, Social Studies
CCSS
RI.9-10.2
, RI.9-10.4
, WHST.9-10.1
U.S. Constitution Primary Source Project | Federalists and Anti-Federalists
With this project, students will understand the disagreements at the Philadelphia Convention, views of the Federalists and Anti-Federalists, and the compromises that created the U.S. Constitution. Assign groups or give students a choice to support either the Federalists or Anti-Federalists. The project's goal is for students to persuade their opponents to agree with their point of view by writing their Tweets. Students will use close reading strategies and step-by-step directions to help them co
8th - 11th
Government, Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.9-10.2
, RI.9-10.6
, RH.9-10.2
Branches of Government Bundle | Differentiated Task Cards and Notes | Activity
Engage your middle school and high school students with these three branches of government activities. Teach about the legislative branch and its powers, facts about the executive branch, and the judicial branch's role in U.S. Government. Incorporate differentiated teaching in your classroom with these task cards. Each task includes four leveled questions. Each question aligns with Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy levels of thinking, DOK style questions, and government standards. Support diverse learne
8th - 11th
Government, Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
RH.9-10.4
, WHST.9-10.2b
Parts of the Constitution Activity | Google Forms and Videos Questions
Students watch a video and answer questions on a Google Form. Students will be able to answer the question, what does the Constitution say? They'll learn about the outline of the Constitution, including the Preamble in the Constitution and the Articles of the Constitution. These differentiated Google Forms are perfect for both in-class use, quick sub plans, and distance learning. Introduce new topics by pre-teaching the material or provide students with a method to practice previously taught co
9th - 12th
Government, Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
RH.9-10.4
The Bill of Rights FREEBIE Differentiated Task Cards U.S. Constitution
Your middle and high school students will be engaged with this activity as they think critically about the United States Amendments, Constitution, and Bill of Rights. These scaffolded cards have four different levels of DOK (depth of knowledge) questions to help differentiate content and support students of all levels of achievement. Filled-in and guided notes help make your lesson low-prep, printable, and easy-to-use. These task cards incorporate the Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy higher-order thinki
8th - 11th
Civics, Government, U.S. History
CCSS
RH.9-10.4
, WHST.9-10.2a
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About the store
Experience
I'm an intervention specialist who has been teaching students with mild to moderate learning needs since 2015! I work at a career technical high school.
I've taught nine different content areas throughout my teaching career, but teaching American Government has been one class I've taught consistently. For this reason, I've developed a passion for teaching social studies curriculum!
Teaching style
My goal is to provide content that aligns with teaching best practices and current research. I want to help you give all students an equal chance to master content using differentiation.
I desire to empower others with the tools needed to provide individualized education and scaffolded instruction.
My resources are appropriate for various settings, including curriculum presented on paper and digitally, general and special education classrooms, and co-taught and home school environments.
I follow the Common Core standards in my classroom. I modify my curriculum due to the needs of my students.
Awards & shining teacher moments
I'm a highly qualified teacher (HQT) in history and English.
I completed my undergraduate program at Bowling Green State University, where I earned my undergraduate degree as an intervention specialist.
I've also obtained my Masters of Education in Curriculum Design.
My own education history
I'm an intervention specialist at the high school level, and I provide social studies instruction in the co-taught and special education classroom settings.
I completed my undergraduate program at Bowling Green State University, where I earned my undergraduate degree as an intervention specialist.
I've also obtained my Masters of Education in Curriculum Design.
Additional biographical information
I want to share the resources I've created for my classes because I know how difficult it can be to find quality materials.
My goal is to reach all students with different abilities and learning needs while still providing an engaging and age-appropriate curriculum.
Please don't hesitate to reach out to me with questions, concerns, or suggestions!
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