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Mock Trial of Marie Antoinette

By The History Cat

Requires access to the internet. Interactive mock trial with student notes. On September 21, 1792, the French monarchy was abolished and King Louis XVI and his wife Marie Antoinette were arrested on charges of high treason to the revolution.

Subjects:

World History, Other (Social Studies - History)

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Hinduism and Buddhism Bundle Pack

By The History Cat

Dig deep into the nature of two of the world's most influential religions. This activity includes a 2-3 page reading about the essentials of Hinduism and Buddhism, essential questions. a crossworld puzzle, and a culminating lap book activity with

Subjects:

World History, Religion

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5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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20 Totally Adaptable Social Studies Activities

By The History Cat

Are you sitting on the couch thinking: 'my students are bored with worksheets but I just can't think of anything that is fun and engaging'. Well, let us be your social studies Muse. This Social Studies Rocks product gives you 20 ready to use

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Civics, Economics

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Sons of Liberty: Freedom Fighters or Terrorists

By The History Cat

* This activity is incl. in the Countdown to Revolution Lesson Plan Students are given 6 pieces of evidence from differing sources to examine and answer the question: 'Sons of Liberty: Freedom Fighter or Terrorists?' This lesson is designed to

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U.S. History

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Activities, DBQs, Lesson

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Interactive Adventure: Immigration to America

By The History Cat

Remember those Interactive Adventure books that you had as a kid? We loved them so much that we turned history's most famous narratives into interactive ebooks. Students can experience history in a unique way by making decisions that are both

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, U.S. History

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5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

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Internet Activities

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Elements of Civilizations Archaeological Dig

By The History Cat

Hands on simulations are the best way to learn history. In this investigation students take on the neolithic age (very easily adaptable to other eras of history too) as archaeologists who have discovered a lost civilization. With only physical

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Ancient History, World History

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

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Thematic Unit Plans, Activities, Simulations

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Persuasive Writing Rubric/ Guide

By The History Cat

Persuasive writing rubric is written to the student using language that guides them through the process. Well suited for 6-10th grade students and students who struggle with monitoring their own writing.

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, For All Subject Areas

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, Adult Education, Homeschool

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Finding Water In the Middle East Critical Thinking Lab

By The History Cat

Finding Water in the Middle East CTL presents students with a short reading on the water issues (irrigation, water conservation, dams) in the region. Students then must take on the role of government planners in deciding issues like the best way to

Subjects:

Environment, World History, Geography

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

DBQs, Assessment, Lesson

$3.00

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Cultural Diffusion Storybook Project

By The History Cat

In this project, students trace the history of every day items-- like soccer or potatoes-- in a storybook intended for a fictional elementary audience. The Cultural Diffusion Storybook is a fun way to reinforce the concept that trade promotes the

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Ancient History, World History

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

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Projects, Cultural Activities

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Medieval or Renaissance Power Point Investigation

By The History Cat

This 21st century style investigation is a great way to introduce the Renaissance and the concept of humanism. Students will be challenged to use their logic as they view slides of art, architecture, and music in order to make the determination "Is

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, World History, Middle Ages

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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PowerPoint Presentations, Activities, DBQs

$3.50

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Lost Colony of Roanoke Investigation

By The History Cat

Students learn to think like a historian to solve the mystery of the Lost Colony of Roanoke. In this activity, students are challenged to weigh 6 pieces of evidence and come up with alternate theories as to what may have happened. This 30-50 min

Subjects:

U.S. History

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Activities, DBQs, Lesson

$2.99

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Age of Exploration Jigsaw

By The History Cat

This three part jigsaw is a great way to introduce students to the complexities of beginnings of European colonialism in America. This jigsaw activity contains an engaging reading and question worksheet covering Columbus, The Columbian Exchange, the

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Other (Social Studies - History)

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

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PowerPoint Presentations, Lesson

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Marco Polo CSI: Did Polo Go To China?

By The History Cat

The thing that makes a historian’s job so fascinating are those murky events that have morphed into legend and myth over many centuries. One of the most enduring mysteries is that of Marco Polo and his fantastic journey to Cathay (China) in the late

Subjects:

Social Studies - History

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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DBQs, Lesson

$4.99

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History of India

By The History Cat

An intro to India's long history with an overview of the last 5,000 years. This 30 slide power point is heavily visual and covers everything from ancient times to Gandhi If you like this activity check out my website: www.gosocialstudiesgo.com

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, History, Asian Studies

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations

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Comparative Thinking: The Black Death

By The History Cat

If the Black Death, or something similar, struck in the 21st century, would the impact have been any different? In this critical activity students are guided in a five step CERS writing process to answer the question "Would people living in the 21st

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Middle Ages, Other (Social Studies - History)

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Handouts, Lesson

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Medieval or Renaissance Student Handout

By The History Cat

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, World History, Middle Ages

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Activities, DBQs

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Ancient Rome Bundle Pack

By The History Cat

Companion activity to the free web resource Go Social Studies Go (.com), This bundle pack includes 12 pages of quotes, essential questions, and activities centered around life in ancient Rome. The activities in this companion pack are geared

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Ancient History

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, Homeschool

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Worksheets, Lesson

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Hinduism

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Overview on the beliefs and teachings of Hinduism. Very visual with concise info If you like this activity check out my website: www.gosocialstudiesgo.com

Subjects:

Social Studies - History

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations

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Diwali and Rangoli Art Activity

By The History Cat

Celebrate the Hindu festival of Diwali in your classroom with a fun art project using Indian rangoli designs. For more great classroom activities visit: www.thehistorycat.com

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Arts, Holidays/Seasonal

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th

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Activities

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24 Creative Writing Prompts for World History

By The History Cat

Design a Roman town, Advise Emperor Charlemagne, Sit down to dinner with your favorite Islamic scholar... Part I of Writing in World History includes 24 writing prompts guaranteed to foster Common Core thinking. With 3 prompts each to choose from,

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, World History, Other (Social Studies - History)

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

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Research, Projects, Assessment

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University of Michigan B.A History Eastern Michigan University- 6-12 social studies

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English Language Arts, Science, Environment, Social Studies - History, Ancient History, Civics, U.S. History, World History, Middle Ages, Arts & Music, History, Religion, Geography, Other (Social Studies - History), For All Subject Areas, Economics , Asian Studies, Holidays/Seasonal

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