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Space Debate PBL: Should we increase or decrease NASA's budget?
This PBL is loaded with so many challenging, exciting activities for your advanced, gifted/talented learners! You could use it as an enrichment project, a summative PBL for a space unit, or in your gifted/talented classroom. It addresses several CCSS literacy standards, as well as science, U.S. History, and inquiry standards. 3rd-8th graders would enjoy this unit, and it will last 6-8 hours, depending on how you use it.
The PBL packet includes the following:
1) Addressed CCSS and Science Stand
3rd - 8th
English Language Arts, U.S. History
Enlightenment Thinker Personality Quiz: Which Enlightenment Thinker Are You?
Have you ever wondered which Enlightenment thinker you are most like? Well now you can find out! My students have so much fun taking this personality test and it is a great way to either introduce or wrap up the Enlightenment unit. Another adaptation for this lesson is to have the students take their test and then research the philosopher that they are most similar to. The options are truly endless. The test includes various scenarios that relate to the life of a middle/ high school student.
5th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Civics, European History, Literature
World War One ROCK Lesson Plan Bundle - mp3 Song, PowerPoint, Lyrics, Quiz
CLICK HERE to see my Latest FREE Video and Resources!This World War One ROCK Bundle is a comprehensive, fun, and engaging instructional tool for any teacher and student, all for a very low cost! The lesson plan is simple and effective: 1) Print the lyrics sheet and read as a class; 2) Play the song while students follow along with the lyrics (don't be surprised if they start singing on their own!); 3) Use the PowerPoint for direct instruction; 4) Give the quiz; 5) Use the song as much as y
5th - 12th
European History, U.S. History, World History
Critical Thinking Skills Graphic Organizers | 21st Century Learning | Digital
Engage upper elementary and middle school students with these 21st century critical thinking skills. These worksheets are perfect for formative assessment and exit tickets. The thinking routines allow busy teachers to quickly see student understanding and achievement. Use these graphic organizers to guide student assistance and plan future lessons. The student response cards can be placed on student desks to allow them to quickly show their level of understanding at any time throughout a lesson
5th - 9th
Classroom Community, Other (Social Studies)
CCSS
RH.6-8.8
Also included in: Back to School Activities BUNDLE Worksheets Games
Montessori/Homeschool Islamic Caliphates Civilization Lessons
Discovering the Golden Age: An Engaging Unit Study on the Islamic Caliphates (500-1500 CE) Unlock the rich history and vibrant culture of the Islamic Caliphates with this comprehensive unit study, designed specifically for Montessori teachers and homeschool parents. Perfect for upper elementary students, this unit delves into the remarkable period between 500 and 1500 CE, highlighting the innovations, artistry, and intellectual achievements that shaped the world. Why Choose This Unit Study? **1.
4th - 8th
Ancient History, Creative Writing, Social Studies
Also included in: Montessori/Homeschool Medieval Civilization Resource Bundle
Money of the World
*Updated to include Set 5* One of the key sensitive periods for the elementary student is their interest in money and different cultures and civilizations. Money of the World will spark students' imaginations in that direction by learning about money, economics and different countries around the world. We have included pictures of the different bills (front and back so you can mount them as a real bill). The work is divided into 4 different sets that can be treated individually or mixed to incre
2nd - 6th
Economics , English Language Arts
Mythology (From the -Ologies Series)
From the -Ologies Series The study of mythology is important for a variety of reasons. Mythology holds the key to the understanding of the religions and philosophies of the ancient world. It provides the earliest definitive literary record of the ideals, motives, and manners of the ancients. Just as importantly, the knowledge of myths enhances the appreciation of the literature and art of the classical and modern periods. The objective of this book is to introduce students to various mythologie
5th - 12th
Ancient History, World History
Also included in: “-Ologies” Bundle for the Middle-Grade Social Studies
16th Amendment - "Income Tax" - Enhanced DBQ - Close Read (PDF for Handouts)
A PERFECT ACTIVITY FOR TAX DAY!
In studying this Amendment, your students will learn the history behind taxing income, an indepth study of the 16th Amendment, and a Matching assessment quiz.
An Enhanced Document-Based Question Unit that includes elements of Close Reading Strategies to gain a GREATER understanding of the 16th Amendment - "Income Tax". This lesson includes:
* Lesson Plan
* Lesson Plan Narrative and Reasoning Guide
* Common Core Standards Correlation
* Primary and Secondary Sou
5th - 12th
Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
RH.6-8.1
, RH.6-8.2
, RH.6-8.7
Virginia Indians - VS.2 - Virginia Studies Unit
If you teach Virginia Studies then this unit is for YOU! This unit is all about the Virginia Indians. Students will learn about the language groups of the Virginia Indians, their daily life, their culture, and about the importance of Werowocomoco. This is the preliminary unit to my larger Virginia Studies unit that includes Jamestown - The First Permanent Settlement. What's Included?Vocabulary Cards & ActivitiesIntroductory Activities focused on Artifacts5 Reading Passages7 Activities
4th - 5th
Social Studies, U.S. History
Physical Geography Logic Puzzles
This set of five table logic puzzles is geared for 5th to 7th grade students who have studied some geography. I created these puzzles as an extension to any unit study you may be conducting on rivers, lakes, deserts, forests, and mountains. The puzzles can also be used as a jumping off point for preparation in a geography quiz bowl type competition. The puzzles require critical thinking skills to solve, but they also require a minimum of background knowledge.
Please read over the Dear Teacher p
4th - 8th
Geography
Timeline: Barbarian Invasion / Great Migration
Timeline for the Barbarian Invasions of the Roman Empire... But were they invasions or the forced migration of people trying to survive? For use as a starting point on your investigation into the Collapse of the Roman Empire, notes, or as a review/companion to a quiz. It's free, it's flexible, it's awesome. Great for: Cause & Effect & visual learners.
3rd - 12th
European History, Middle Ages, Social Studies
CCSS
RH.6-8.7
The Compensation Game
The Compensation Game is a modified version of almost any team sport designed to help us explore how pay works inside a company. The rules of the game are simple: when a player scores, the value of their next score doubles. Players can choose to keep the increased "compensation potential" for themselves or share some of it with teammates. Each team represents a company, and the first player to score naturally becomes the symbolic "CEO." The purpose of The Compensation Game is not to imitate
5th - 8th
Economics , Money Math, Physical Education
Cherokee Trail of Tears short passage/response questions
"I would sooner be honestly damned than hypocritically immortalized" Davy CrockettHis political career was destroyed because he supported the Cherokee, he left Washington D. C. and headed west to Texas In this short passage lesson, students will learn about why the Congress of the United States passed the "Indian Removal Act." Between 1790 and 1830 and how the population of Georgia increased six-fold. The western push of the settlers created a problem. Georgians continued to take American India
4th - 12th
Informational Text, Native Americans, Short Stories
IB PYP – WHERE WE ARE IN PLACE AND TIME - PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY - PLANNER
A full planner and guide to assist the educator with the transdisciplinary theme. The full planner includes: Transdisciplinary Theme with Subject Focus: · Central Idea · Key Concepts · Lines of Inquiry Planning: · Approaches to Learning (ATL's) · Learning Goals and Success Criteria Designing Engaging Learning Experiences: · Provocation · Prior Knowledge and Tuning In · Finding out & Sorting out (with learning engagements and instructions) · Learning Goals · Going further · Formativ
1st - 6th, Not Specific
Geography, Social Studies
Also included in: IB PYP - 6 Transdisciplinary Themes - Planners - Primary
Transportation Around the World a Research Study of Cultures and Traditions
How do people travel around the world? 3rd & 4th grade students will enjoy researching how people around the world use transportation. Transportation Around the World a Research Study of Cultures and Traditions is a fun filled project provides ready to use graphic organizers for students and scripted teacher discussion guides. Additionally, throughout this social studies activity, students will learn to reframe negative thoughts, and increase positive thinking. Students will learn to identify
3rd - 5th
Geography, School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning
CCSS
W.3.2
, W.3.7
, W.3.8
+19
Explorers: The journeys of world navigators, explorers or traders ACHHK078
35 pages of activities and guidance notes exploring the journeys of explorers.
(Australian Curriculum No ACHHK078)
This teacher resource develops thinking skills aligned to the Australian Curriculum topic ‘The journeys of at least one world navigator, explorer or trader up to the late eighteenth century, including their contacts with other societies and any impacts’. It does so using activities such as Cause And Effect, Relevant Or Irrelevant, Sequencing, Similarities And Differences, Quizzes
4th - 6th
World History
Memorize All US Presidents
A mnemonic created for students to memorize the United States Presidents in chronological order. Students in grades 3-8 have been successful with this technique. Utilizes visual, auditory and Kinesthetic learning modalities! Includes the procedure, the master key, a web link for fun video to include, the Common Core Standards as well as a Certificate of Achievement for those successful students to earn and work for. I have used this method for gifted fourth-sixth graders and quiz bowl teams
5th - 8th
U.S. History
California Missions Overview Engaging Informational Reading & Activities - 4th
California Missions Unit – The Perfect 4th Grade Introduction!Finally—a mission resource designed just for 4th graders! Our engaging overview text simplifies complex history without dumbing it down, making it ideal for individual projects or whole-class study. What Makes This Unit Special?✅ Kid-Friendly Text – Covers key topics at just the right level: ✦ Purpose & construction of missions ✦ Daily mission life ✦ Impact on Native Americans ✦ Why missions ended ✅ Ready-to-Use Components✍️ Writ
3rd - 7th
Informational Text, Social Studies, Visual Arts
CCSS
RI.4.1
, RI.4.2
, RI.4.3
+1
All About Candy Canes Nonfiction Informational Reading Passage and Activities
Nothing captures students’ attention in December like a good story, and this Candy Cane Informational Text resource delivers! From its mysterious beginnings in 17th-century Europe to the fascinating way candy canes are made today, students will be hooked from the first paragraph. Paired with thoughtful activities that build comprehension, vocabulary, and creative expression, this resource helps you bring joyful learning to life during one of the busiest teaching months of the year. Whether you’
3rd - 5th
Informational Text, Other (Social Studies), Writing
CANADA Canadian North America Continent Study | Activities, Crafts & Printables!
Learn all about Canada and North America with this interactive activity bundle! Learn interesting facts about Canada with the colorful Canadian placemat/poster & flag. Identify major events in Canadian history with the full color timeline poster. Learn about famous Canadian landmarks with the landmark cards, cities and map pinning. Learn the provinces with a interactive map and outline to color. Learn Canada's location within North America with the continent and flag pinning, and make a fun h
1st - 6th
Canadian History, Earth Sciences, Native Americans
Florida History: Founding St. Augustine (Interactive Roleplay and Simulation)
Your students are about to found America's oldest city. Whether it survives is up to them.In this 8-10 day simulation, your fourth graders become Spanish colonial leaders navigating the real challenges that shaped St. Augustine - hurricanes, French threats, royal decrees, and tense diplomacy with Native nations. Every decision affects colony morale. Every consequence is historical. This is a worksheet about history. It's history happening in your classroom. Want to see it in action first? Watch
3rd - 5th
Social Studies, U.S. History
Also included in: Florida History: The Complete Collection (Roleplays + Primary Sources)
Chinese Philosophies Ancient China Confuscianism Daoism Activities
The philosophies of Confucianism and Daoism may be ancient, but they are not at all dry and dusty! This set of two activities on the great philosophies of ancient China will have students understanding where Confucianism and Daoism began, what they teach, and how they're connected to each other. But the activities go beyond understanding. Your students will distinguish them from each other and identify how followers of each would perceive the world. We call them the "Great Philosophies of Chin
5th - 9th
Asian Studies, Social Studies, World History
CCSS
RI.6.2
, RI.6.3
Create A Country Social Studies Project For End of the Year Geography Map Skills
A BEST SELLER! Looking for a fun and creative Create a Country Project to help students practice geography, map skills, and critical thinking? This fun end of the year project invites students to design their own country while creating a map, drawing landforms, adding map symbols, designing a flag, and using a compass rose. This project is perfect for end-of-year social studies activities, geography review, independent projects, enrichment, or creative group work. It gives students a meaning
3rd - 5th
Geography, Other (Social Studies), Social Studies
Famous Capitals of the World- Montessori- 3 Part Cards - Homeschool
Teach the world capitals using these Nomenclature Cards. Increase the mental ability of the kids with these Montessori Three part Cards Includes 21 Montessori cards of some of the most famous Capitals in the world.
K - 9th
Geography
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