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AP African American Studies - UNIT 3 - Curriculum Annotations/Notes
Curriculum annotations are designed as a form of note taking for students taking AP African American Studies. Notes are based on Learning Objectives, Essential Knowledge, and Required Sources identified in the Course and Exam Description from the College Board. Links to publicly available readings are included in the documents. The product will give you links to download a PDF or to make a copy of a Google Doc with the curriculum annotations.
9th - 12th
Social Studies, U.S. History
Women in the Civil Rights Movement-Women’s History Month Lesson-Primary Source
🌸 Her Voice, Her Power: Women in the Civil Rights Movement A Primary Source Mini DBQ for Women’s History Month This is not a poster activity. This is not “color and celebrate.” This is a rigor-packed, primary-source-driven mini unit that challenges students to evaluate how women shaped the Civil Rights Movement both publicly and behind the scenes. Students analyze real primary sources from: • Rosa Parks • Fannie Lou Hamer • Ella Baker And then build a structured mini-DBQ argument using sou
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Black History, U.S. History, Writing
Halloween Origins Lesson | Samhain Article + Claim-Evidence Writing
Bring spooky season to life with this rigorous, high-interest Halloween History Lesson on the Celtic festival of Samhain — the true origin of Halloween. Students trace how an ancient fire-lit ritual evolved into a modern, billion-dollar holiday through reading comprehension, historical analysis, and CER writing. This lesson blends engagement + standards-aligned rigor. Great for high school, APUSH, World History, or ELA classrooms looking for a low-prep October activity that still hits conte
7th - 12th
Informational Text, World History, Writing
CCSS
RH.6-8.1
, RH.6-8.2
, RH.6-8.3
+7
Also included in: Halloween History Bundle | Spooky Social Studies Activities
History of Mexican Migration and Immigration NOTES ASSESSMENT NO PREP
History of Mexican Migration & Immigration: Comprehensive Unit Bundle (Slides, Cloze Notes, & Assessment)Product OverviewProvide your students with a clear, fact-based understanding of the economic, legal, and historical frameworks that have shaped migration between Mexico and the United States from 1848 to the present day. This comprehensive instructional bundle is designed to teach complex demographic shifts with strict academic objectivity. By focusing on structural policy changes, economic
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Latino and Hispanic Studies, U.S. History
Also included in: BIG Latin American History Bundle NO PREP NOTES PROJECTS and MORE
Soil Is Alive! A Hands-On Soil Science Investigation Grades K–2 | Earth Science
Lesson OverviewStudents explore soil as a living system through observation, visual note-taking, and biological application. This lesson introduces soil layers, soil components, and the role of organisms—specifically earthworms—in maintaining healthy soil. Learning ObjectivesStudents will: Identify soil as a living biome Describe basic soil layers Recognize living and nonliving components of soil Explain how earthworms contribute to soil healthLesson StructurePart 1: Soil Explore (Inquiry Activi
K - 2nd
Biology, Earth Sciences, Environment
CCSS, NGSS
CCRA.L.1
, K-ESS3-1
, K-ESS3-3
Guided Close Reading | Intro to The House on Mango Street
This guided close reading lesson is designed to help students slow down, visualize, and analyze symbolism and imagery in the opening vignette of The House on Mango Street and the vignette “Hairs.”Perfect for launching the text, this lesson supports students in moving beyond summary and into meaningful interpretation through structured modeling, discussion, and scaffolded note-taking. What’s Included:This resource includes teacher-led instructional materials and student-facing supports: Gu
7th - 10th
Close Reading, Literature, Novel Studies
CCSS
RL.6.1
, RL.6.2
, RL.6.4
+19
Frankenweenie: Characterization & Caricature Activities
Teach your students to look closely at how characters are created, exaggerated, and represented in Tim Burton’s Frankenweenie. These activities introduce students to characterization, archetypes, stereotypes, and caricatures, then gives them a chance to practice through visual analysis and creative design. You also have the option to extend to a literary comparison with Frankenstein. This bundle combines visual literacy, character analysis, and comparative writing in one engaging resource set
8th - 11th
Other (ELA), Social Emotional Learning, Visual Arts
CCSS
RL.8.2
, RL.8.3
, RL.8.6
+21
AP® English Literature - Unit 3 Longer Fiction Annotation Focus - The Bell Jar
Bring clarity, depth, and meaning to every chapter of The Bell Jar with this detailed, AP®-aligned annotation resource. This comprehensive tool supports students as they read Sylvia Plath’s novel in AP® Literature Unit 3, providing structured annotation prompts that align with key standards such as character complexity, narrative voice, and intertextuality. What’s Included: Chapter-by-chapter (or section-based) annotation prompts Guiding questions for character development, motivation, acti
11th - 12th
Literature, Novel Studies, Reading Strategies
Also included in: AP® English Literature - Unit 3 BUNDLE Longer Fiction The Bell Jar
Systems Thinking through Kendrick Lamar
A Comparative Literary & Sociological Analysis Unit of Albums DAMN. and To Pimp a ButterflyEngage students in rigorous, interdisciplinary analysis through the music of Kendrick Lamar. This upper-level ELA unit invites students to examine how identity is shaped by interacting psychological and structural systems across two critically acclaimed albums: DAMN. and To Pimp a Butterfly. Rather than treating songs as isolated texts, students analyze albums as ecosystems — exploring how internal fo
11th - 12th
Literature, Social Emotional Learning, Writing
CCSS
RL.11-12.2
, RL.11-12.5
, RL.11-12.6
+3
Frankenweenie: Characterization, Archetypes, Caricatures & Stereotypes
Tim Burton’s Frankenweenie is filled with quirky, exaggerated characters that are perfect for teaching characterization, archetypes, caricature, and stereotypes. This engaging lesson helps students analyze how filmmakers shape characters through appearance, actions, and cultural references — and pushes them to consider when exaggeration becomes homage, parody, or harmful stereotype. What’s Included Editable Google Docs & Slide Deck for easy digital/classroom useStep-by-step lesson flow with te
8th - 11th
Balanced Literacy, Other (ELA), Visual Arts
CCSS
RL.8.2
, RL.8.3
, RL.8.7
+15
Also included in: Frankenweenie: Characterization & Caricature Activities
U.S. History Timeline: Reconstruction Era and Beyond (pdf version)
This engaging and informative PDF timeline covers key periods in United States history, including the Antebellum Era, Civil War, Reconstruction, Jim Crow Era, and the Civil Rights Movement. Designed to support student learning, this resource helps learners clearly understand how these historical periods connect and evolve over time. Each section includes concise descriptions of important events, making complex history easier to grasp. Selected entries also feature images to enhance understanding
7th - 12th
African History, Black History, U.S. History
March Book One: John Lewis Student Response Prompts
Are you looking for some scaffolded notes to support your readers while reading the graphic novel March by John Lewis? Well, look no further! The resource is meant to have students track their thinking (metacognition) while reading John Lewis's incredible story. It also supports teachers with helping students synthesize being an activist! Best of all? There is a digital version (Google Slides) to edit questions as you see necessary! Post the questions in Google Classroom, print them as q
4th - 8th
Close Reading
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
+10
Turner, “The Significance of the Frontier in American History” - APUSH Period 6
This scaffolded primary source reading helps AP U.S. History students analyze Frederick Jackson Turner’s Frontier Thesis, one of the most influential interpretations of westward expansion in U.S. history. Designed for APUSH Period 6 (1877–1898), this resource focuses on how westward settlement shaped American society, culture, and national identity. Students work through four excerpts from Turner’s 1893 essay, supported by targeted vocabulary and guided comprehension questions. The activity c
9th - 12th
U.S. History
Frankenweenie Active Viewing Questions
Keep students actively engaged during Frankenweenie with this set of scaffolded viewing questions and theme/motif-tracking prompts. Designed for close watching, these questions guide students to notice horror and suspense techniques, parody and humor, and Tim Burton’s signature blend of the cute and grotesque. Students are invited to track recurring motifs (lightning/electricity, grief, parody, fear, etc.) while answering detailed questions across the three acts of the film. This helps studen
7th - 10th
Balanced Literacy, Other (ELA), Visual Arts
CCSS
RL.7.2
, RL.7.3
, RL.7.7
+9
Also included in: Frankenweenie Film Analysis Bundle – ELA & Film Studies (Grades 8–11)
APAfAm - 3.11: The New Negro Movement & the Harlem Renaissance
Curriculum annotations are designed as a form of note taking for students taking AP African American Studies. Notes are based on the following from the Course and Exam Description from the College Board: Learning ObjectivesEssential KnowledgeRequired SourcesLinks to publicly available readings are included in the documents. The product will give you links to download a PDF or to make a copy of a Google Doc with the curriculum annotations. Answer Key now included!
9th - 12th
Other (Social Studies), U.S. History
Also included in: AP African American Studies - UNIT 3 - Curriculum Annotations/Notes
Bad Bunny Highlights on Challenges in Puerto Rico - Article Analysis and Email
Take advantage of all the attention Bad Bunny has gotten recently to help students analize the reality of Puertoricans living on the island. This self guided activity introduces new vocabulary using Frayer models, gives a scaffolded news article with keywords and chunked analysis, comprehension and deeper thinking questions that encourage colaboration. Finally, students will analyze the situation in Puerto Rico to compare it with their area in an AP aligned email. The email includes a guided no
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Geography, Latino and Hispanic Studies, Spanish
Comparacion Cultural Thanksgiving versus Navidad en Latinoamerica
*My way of explaining it* This is a google slide that I use across 4 days the week before thanksgiving to guide students to form a comparacion cultural comparing Thanksgiving in the United States and Christmas in Latin America. It is long and very scaffolded so that I can use it in Spanish 2 and 3. But an AP class could go faster and cut some of the steps. *Check out my bundle that includes the downloadable worksheets that are mentioned in this google slide presentation.* Comparacion Cultural Th
Not Specific
Latino and Hispanic Studies, Spanish
Also included in: Comparacion Cultural Thanksgiving versus Navidad en Latinoamerica
APAfAm - 2.1: African American Explorers - Curriculum Annotations/Notes
Curriculum annotations are designed as a form of note taking for students taking AP African American Studies. Notes are based on the following from the Course and Exam Description from the College Board: Learning ObjectivesEssential KnowledgeRequired SourcesLinks to publicly available readings are included in the documents. The product will give you links to download a PDF or to make a copy of a Google Doc with the curriculum annotations. Answer Key now included!
9th - 12th
U.S. History
Also included in: AP African American Studies - UNIT 2 - Curriculum Annotations/Notes
Dozen Dates: 1776 – The American Revolution Video Guide
Help students understand why 1776 is one of the most important years in world history with this engaging Dozen Dates video guide. This resource connects political and economic revolutions, helping students see how the American Revolution fits into broader global transformations. What’s Included: ✔️ Structured video guide with multiple-choice questions ✔️ Two rigorous free-response questions aligned to AP skills ✔️ Academic vocabulary integration for deeper understanding ✔️ Complete answer key
9th - 12th
Government, U.S. History, World History
Also included in: Dozen Dates BUNDLE – Key Turning Points in World History Video Guides
Frankenweenie Subtext Lesson Pack: Lightning & Town Hall Scenes
Dig beneath the surface of Tim Burton’s Frankenweenie with this two-part subtext lesson pack. These activities guide students to move beyond literal dialogue and uncover the allegorical, historical, and thematic meanings hiding “between the lines.” Perfect for teaching subtext, allegory, and film analysis skills. What’s Included: Lightning Scene Subtext Activity – Analyze Mr. Rzykruski’s science lesson with historical and cultural contextTown Hall Subtext Activity – Examine how miscommunicati
9th - 12th
Close Reading, Other (ELA), Other (Social Studies)
CCSS
RL.8.2
, RL.8.3
, RL.8.6
+18
Also included in: Frankenweenie Film Analysis Bundle – ELA & Film Studies (Grades 8–11)
APAfAm - 1.2: The African Continent Geography - Curriculum Annotations/Notes
Curriculum annotations are designed as a form of note taking for students taking AP African American Studies. Notes are based on the following from the Course and Exam Description from the College Board: Learning Objectives,Essential Knowledge, andRequired SourcesLinks to publicly available readings are included in the documents. The product will give you links to download a PDF or to make a copy of a Google Doc with the curriculum annotations. Answer Key is now included!
9th - 12th
African History, Social Studies, World History
Active Viewing Questions | ELA Film Analysis for 2000 Live Action Grinch Movie
🎄 Keep students engaged while watching How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)These active viewing questions guide students through the 2000 live-action adaptation of How the Grinch Stole Christmas with a clear focus on theme, character, symbolism, and film technique. Questions are listed chronologically and chunked by act, making it easy to pause, discuss, and assess comprehension while maintaining student accountability during the film. What’s IncludedViewing questions organized into thre
8th - 11th
Balanced Literacy, Other (ELA), Visual Arts
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.2
, RL.9-10.3
+11
Frankenweenie “It’s Alive!” Scene Comparisons: Intertextual Film Analysis
In this lesson pack, students compare Tim Burton’s Frankenweenie reanimation scenes with iconic “It’s Alive!” sequences from Frankenstein (1931) and Young Frankenstein (1974). Through charts, guiding questions, and scaffolded prompts, they’ll analyze how motivation, sound, tone, mood, and theme shift across films — and what these choices say about science, responsibility, and parody. What’s Included: Comparison Chart: Sparky vs. Fish scenes (Frankenweenie)General Viewing Questions for compar
9th - 12th
Other (ELA), Visual Arts
CCSS
RL.9-10.2
, RL.9-10.3
, RL.9-10.7
+11
Also included in: Frankenweenie Film Analysis Bundle – ELA & Film Studies (Grades 8–11)
APAfAm - 4.3: African Americans in the Second World War: Double V Campaign & GI
Curriculum annotations are designed as a form of note taking for students taking AP African American Studies. Notes are based on the following from the Course and Exam Description from the College Board: Learning ObjectivesEssential KnowledgeRequired SourcesLinks to publicly available readings are included in the documents. The product will give you links to download a PDF or to make a copy of a Google Doc with the curriculum annotations. Answer Key now included!
9th - 12th
U.S. History
Also included in: AP African American Studies - UNIT 4 - Curriculum Annotations/Notes
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