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Saving Goals & Strategies BIG UNFAIR GAME - No Prep Economics Review Activity
This game is UNFAIR and the kids love it! 8 teams answer every question!The Big Unfair Game is a No Prep High School Social Studies review game where students earn points for answering questions, but the points can be positive or negative! The goal is to have the score the closest to zero at the end of the game.The game is playable with the whole class together, or you can play it as small groups. All questions and answers are included. This version is High School Social Studies, Economics, Per
11th - 12th
Economics
Also included in: 20 BIG UNFAIR Economics Games - Personal Finance - No Prep Review
Competition & Strategy BIG UNFAIR GAME - No Prep Economics Review Activity
This game is UNFAIR and the kids love it! 8 teams answer every question!The Big Unfair Game is a No Prep High School Social Studies review game where students earn points for answering questions, but the points can be positive or negative! The goal is to have the score the closest to zero at the end of the game.The game is playable with the whole class together, or you can play it as small groups. All questions and answers are included. This version is High School Social Studies, Economics, Mar
11th - 12th
Economics
Also included in: 20 BIG UNFAIR Economics Games - Market Structures - No Prep Review
Civil War Battles & Leaders PPT – U.S. History Lecture + Anchor Charts
Engage students with this ready-to-use Civil War PowerPoint lecture covering the war’s major battles, strategies, and leaders. Designed with clear visuals, easy pacing, and modern analogies, this lesson helps students connect key historical concepts to familiar ideas. Covers the war’s causes, turning points, and leadership on both sides — all in a student-friendly, no-prep format perfect for lecture, review, or sub plans. What’s Included: PowerPoint Lecture: Organized, high-interest slides on Ci
8th - 12th
Civics, Government, U.S. History
World War II – World History PowerPoint & Anchor Charts
World War II is one of the hardest units to teach cleanly. Students get lost in the map shifts, the turning points, and the sheer scale of the conflict. This PowerPoint fixes that. It walks your class through the global causes, the rise of totalitarianism, aggression in Europe and Asia, the major battles on both fronts, genocide and persecution, Allied strategy, and the postwar world in a clear, logical progression that actually sticks. Everything is structured so you can teach confidently witho
8th - 12th
Civics, Government, World History
Cold War Escalation – U.S. History DBQ, Primary Sources & Anchor Charts
This resource tackles the moment the Cold War turns hot — when containment moves from theory to global confrontation. Students analyze how fear, ideology, and limited war reshaped U.S. foreign policy through Korea, McCarthyism, and nuclear tension. What’s Included DBQ: Students evaluate whether Cold War escalation was driven more by fear or strategy Primary Sources: Korea, anti-communist hysteria, nuclear brinkmanship, and containment debates Anchor Charts: Visual breakdowns of escalation vs. co
8th - 12th
Civics, Government, U.S. History
American Revolution Guided Notes & Anchor Charts – Declaration, Battles & Treaty
Give your students a clear, structured way to master the American Revolution with these U.S. History Guided Notes and Anchor Charts. Designed in a student-friendly two-column format, the notes combine lecture content with space for students to summarize in their own words, while anchor charts provide visual reinforcement of complex ideas. What’s Covered: Declaration of Independence – Enlightenment ideas, natural rights, social contract, 27 grievances, and 3 parts explained George Washington’
8th - 12th
Civics, Government, U.S. History
World War II – World History DBQ Fighting a Global War Strategy, Turning Points
This DBQ shows students how World War II unfolded as a truly global conflict — from the air war over Britain to the rubble of Stalingrad, from naval intelligence at Midway to the desert battles in North Africa, and from D-Day to the devastation of total war on civilians. Students analyze six powerful primary sources to understand how strategy, technology, and global fighting shaped the outcome of WWII. What’s Included• Six primary-source excerpts from pilots, soldiers, intelligence reports, and
8th - 12th
Civics, Government, World History
The New Deal – U.S. History Political Cartoon Analysis & Anchor Charts
Political cartoons are one of the best ways to teach students how to interpret symbolism, evaluate historical messages, and analyze government power — and this assignment gives you four high-quality, New Deal–themed cartoons that do exactly that. Each cartoon focuses on a different conflict or reform: separation of powers, farm programs, banking reform, and the fight between the executive and judicial branches. Students identify symbols, decode metaphors, and explain the historical debates behin
8th - 12th
Civics, Government, U.S. History
Scarcity – Economics Case Study Assignment & Anchor Charts
This assignment pushes students to apply scarcity reasoning to real-life situations they actually recognize — limited cars, weak WiFi, too few seats, one charger, and the last slice of pizza. Students choose one scenario, break down the scarcity, choices, trade-offs, opportunity cost, allocation strategy, incentives, and factors of production. Then they create a short meme/social media post that shows they truly understand the economics behind everyday conflicts. Anchor charts help reinforce th
8th - 12th
Business, Economics
Scarcity – Economics Vocabulary Activity & Anchor Charts
This high-engagement vocabulary assignment helps students build real economic understanding by translating foundational econ terms into Gen-Z style social media posts. Instead of copying definitions, students explain concepts like scarcity, opportunity cost, incentives, marginal analysis, allocation strategies, productive resources, and trade-offs in their own words — with captions, hashtags, and comments that prove they actually get it. Anchor charts pair with the assignment to reinforce the co
8th - 12th
Business, Economics
President Richard Nixon U.S. History PowerPoint Anchor Charts
Teach Nixon’s presidency with this engaging PowerPoint. Students explore his election strategy, Vietnamization, détente, China visit, SALT I treaty, Watergate, and resignation. Includes anchor charts on Watergate and Nixon’s foreign policy for classroom reinforcement. What’s Included:PowerPoint on Nixon’s presidencyAnchor charts on Watergate & foreign policyCovers background, 1968 election, Vietnamization, détente, China, SALT I, Watergate, resignation, Ford’s pardon, EPA, Clean Air Act, credib
8th - 12th
Civics, Government, U.S. History
Civil War Guided Notes – U.S. History Battles, Leaders, Resources + Anchor Chart
Help students master the Civil War’s causes, major battles, and key leaders with these interactive U.S. History guided notes. Designed in the “In Your Own Words” two-column format, students paraphrase lecture content for stronger comprehension and retention. The notes align directly with the Civil War Battles & Leaders PowerPoint and include a built-in Quick Check for review or assessment. What’s Included: Guided Notes: Two-column format (teacher notes + student rewrite space) Coverage of Major
8th - 12th
Civics, Government, U.S. History
Eisenhower Guided Notes & Anchor Charts – Cold War & Civil Rights (U.S. History)
Keep students engaged with these Eisenhower Guided Notes and Anchor Charts, perfectly aligned with your Cold War & 1950s U.S. History lecture. With structured note-taking and bold visuals, this resource helps students master both foreign and domestic themes of the 1950s. Topics Covered: Cold War strategy & Domino Theory McCarthyism and televised hearings Korean War, Suez Crisis, Eisenhower Doctrine Space Race – Sputnik & NASA Civil Rights – Brown v. Board of Education & Little Rock Crisis
8th - 12th
Civics, Government, U.S. History
Also included in: Eisenhower Bundle – PowerPoint, Guided Notes & DBQ (U.S. History)
APWH: Modern Unit 3 OPTIC Chart for Painting of the Ottoman Siege of Vienna
In AP World History, understanding the structure of Overview, Parts, Title, Interrelationship, and Conclusion—often referred to as the OPTIC strategy—can help students analyze visual and textual sources more effectively, especially in preparation for the Document-Based Question (DBQ). 1. Improves Source Analysis (Especially for DBQs) Students must interpret images, maps, political cartoons, or charts.OPTIC gives them a systematic way to break down visual and written sources, helping them
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Social Studies, World History
AP World History: Modern Unit 3 OPTIC Chart for Painting of Machang
In AP World History, understanding the structure of Overview, Parts, Title, Interrelationship, and Conclusion—often referred to as the OPTIC strategy—can help students analyze visual and textual sources more effectively, especially in preparation for the Document-Based Question (DBQ). 1. Improves Source Analysis (Especially for DBQs) Students must interpret images, maps, political cartoons, or charts.OPTIC gives them a systematic way to break down visual and written sources, helping them
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Social Studies, World History
AP World History: Modern Unit 1 OPTIC Chart for Caste in India
In AP World History, understanding the structure of Overview, Parts, Title, Interrelationship, and Conclusion—often referred to as the OPTIC strategy—can help students analyze visual and textual sources more effectively, especially in preparation for the Document-Based Question (DBQ). 1. Improves Source Analysis (Especially for DBQs) Students must interpret images, maps, political cartoons, or charts.OPTIC gives them a systematic way to break down visual and written sources, helping them
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Social Studies, World History
Truman’s Cold War Policies – U.S. History Assignment (Doctrine, Airlift, NATO)
Bring Truman’s Cold War strategy to life with this engaging U.S. History assignment. Students read first-person stories from those affected by the Truman Doctrine, Marshall Plan, Berlin Airlift, and NATO, then respond to guiding questions in a structured chart. This activity builds empathy and reinforces Cold War concepts in a relatable way. What’s Included: 4 First-Person Stories – Perspectives from Greece, France, West Berlin, and Belgium Student Response Table – Organized chart with guiding
8th - 12th
Government, U.S. History, World History
Elections, Parties & Voting | U.S. Government DBQ Nomination Systems
Help students understand how candidates are nominated, how elections function, and why the Electoral College shapes campaign strategy with this Primary Source DBQ. Students analyze six rich excerpts—from Jackson-era caucus critiques to modern swing-state research—supported by guided questions, Anchor Charts, and a clear final writing prompt. What’s Included: Primary Source DBQ – Six excerpts with guided questions and a final synthesis prompt Teacher Key – Complete answers for all document questi
8th - 12th
Civics, Government, U.S. History
2.6 Communication IBDP
DP IB Business Management: Unit 2.6 Communication (HL & SL)Complete PowerPoint covering communication methods, barriers, and exam strategies. Covers:The communication process: sender, encoding, channel, decoding, receiver, feedbackFormal vs. informal communication (the grapevine)Forms of communication: verbal, written, visualDirection of communication: downward, upward, horizontal, diagonalMethods: face-to-face, written, phone calls, video conferencing, instant messaging (with strengths/weakness
12th
Business
Civil War U.S. History | Lincoln’s Leadership & Turning Points Assignment
Help students connect leadership, geography, and major battles in the Civil War with this scaffolded analysis assignment. Through structured charts and a short reflection, students evaluate how Lincoln’s key decisions and the geography of major battles shaped the Union’s victory. Includes guiding questions, model answers, and a teacher key for easy grading. What’s Included: Part 1 – Leadership in Action: Students analyze Lincoln’s decisions — suspension of habeas corpus, the Emancipation Proclam
8th - 12th
Civics, Government, U.S. History
5.6 Production Planning
DP IB Business Management: Production Planning (Topic 5.6) | HL & SL Ready-to-teach PowerPoint covering supply chains, stock control charts, and production metrics with real-world examples and exam practice.What's Included? This comprehensive 110+ slide PowerPoint covers the entire Topic 5.6 syllabus for both Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL) students. Section 1: Supply Chain ProcessesWhat is Supply Chain Management? (Apple Inc. #1 ranked supply chain case study)Local vs. Global Supply C
12th
Business
Industrialization The Rise of Big Business U.S. History Vocabulary Pack Activity
Bring the Gilded Age to life with this cinematic, Gen Z–friendly vocabulary resource on Industrialization and the Rise of Big Business. Students decode the era’s most important economic and social shifts — from monopolies and labor unions to immigrant workers and philanthropy — through interactive, student-centered tasks and visual anchor charts designed for relevance and retention. What’s Included: 15 key terms covering technology, industry, labor, and reform Student worksheet with creative “v
8th - 12th
Civics, Government, U.S. History
Mastering AP History Task Verbs: Your Guide to Free-Response Success
Set your APUSH and AP History students up for free-response success with this ready-to-use, interactive PowerPoint lesson! This resource helps students decode, practice, and master the six essential AP task verbs they’ll encounter on SAQs, LEQs, and DBQs. What’s Included: Step-by-step slides introducing the six essential AP History task verbs: Identify Describe Compare Explain Evaluate Support an Argument Student-friendly definitions and examples for each verb Built-in practice act
9th - 12th
U.S. History
Also included in: APUSH Task Verbs Mastery Bundle – PowerPoint & Worksheet
APUSH DBQ Practice – The Great Migration| Document Analysis
Build student confidence with HIPP document analysis using this scaffolded primary source activity designed to introduce the major developments during the Great Migration. Using the HIPP strategy— historical context, intended audience, purpose, and point of view—students investigate why millions of African Americans left the South and how this migration reshaped American political life, culture, and identity in the twentieth century. Through a carefully curated set of primary and secondary sou
11th - 12th
U.S. History
Also included in: APUSH DBQ Bundle - The Roaring 1920s | Document Analysis & HIPP Practice
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