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Students read a letter from the king explaining why he has passed the Proclamation of 1763. Students use that letter to respond back to the king. Students practice vocabulary such as prolcamation and grievance. Here is an exerpt: "We have some grievances that we would like to discuss regarding your ____________________ of 1763. Here are three issues we have with your Proclamation of ______________. " *Tested with success by GT, ELL, cooperative groups, and PreAP students This work is licensed

Easy step by step instructions for cooperative groups or individual project over Explorers, Spanish missions, and gold, gold, glory. Students use interactive notebook, completed worksheets, or research on their own to complete the project template. Once all 4 sections are completed by the student or group. Student(s) complete section 5 which allows them to select their own project. Projects range from children’s book to text message discussion to online websites. Requires recall, research, an

Students can complete matrix using various sources: books, textbooks, magazines, encyclopedias, historical documents, audio and video recordings, WebQuests, etc. Students complete matrix for first 5 presidents: Dates Served Terms Elected Political Party Domestic Policy Foreign Policy Interesting Facts Once matrix is completed students answer 1 question for each president. Matrix can be edited to suit student needs. Tested with success on comprehensive, 504, IEP, ELL, GT Thank you in advanc

Students analyze short readings, charts, and pictures to answer questions. Sources: Short Reading: Cotton is KingSource A: Eli Whitney invented the mechanical cotton ginSource B: Cotton Production in AmericaSource C: Effects of the Cotton Gin short readingSource D: Effects of the Cotton Gin on the growth of cities and industries in the South short reading. Source E: Population of the original 13 colonies chartSource F: The Spread of US Slavery Maps 1790-1860

Students read a synopsis of the Boston Massacre and then decipher a poem honoring Crispus Attucks by John Boyle O'Reilly. Poem is gradually released line by line to allow students to analyze primary source and translate in their own words. Teacher: make copies double-sided Students: fold worksheet accordian style with Attucks' picture on the back. Tested with success by comprehensive, IEP, 504, ELL, GT Thank you in advance for leaving your feedback! Honor to Crispus Attucks by Lucy Figueroa

Graphically Organized Notes 1. Causes of the American Revolution: Students summarize the Main Idea of French & Indian War, Proclamation of 1763, Stamp Act, Boston Massacre, Tea Act, Boston Tea Party, Intolerable Acts. 1b. Students match the picture with the correct event. 2. Graphically Organized Notes for key events in the American Revolution: Lexington & Concord battle, D.O.I., Saratoga, Valley Forge, A.O.C., Yorktown, Treaty of Paris Easy to read and understand. Great for all level stude

Students match the short description with the picture and the title of the patriotic symbol. Includes Patriotic Symbols: Texas FlagUSA FlagStatue of LibertyLiberty BellThe AlamoTexas Motto USA Motto suitable for grade levels 1-7 Lower grade levels will benefit from the teacher reading the descriptions

Students analyze visuals, readings, and charts to answer questions. Questions are on Manifest Destiny Document Based Questioning Suitable for middle school and higher

Texas and American Historical Figures Exit Ticket. Covers: Stephen F. AustinJose NavarroChristopher ColumbusGeorge WashingtonSuitable for primary grade levels

Stay organized and give your students or loved ones a preview of their day with this easy to use daily schedule. Color-coded in the ROYGBIV to help young ones stay motivated on moving to the next color. I have used this for my own children since the start of Quarantine and they have become accustomed to schedule which reduced frustrations.

Bundle includes: Matching ActivityTeacher Answer Key to Matching ActivityExit Ticket Matching includes a short description of Patriotic Symbols, Picture, and Name of Patriotic Symbols. Patriotic Symbols included: The AlamoTexas MottoUSA FlagUSA Motto Texas FlagStatue of LibertyLiberty Bell

Short readings on factors that caused Spain's control over Texas to weaken. Topics: Decline of Missions in TexasComanche AttacksLouisiana PurchaseRebellion in MexicoIssues over Class in New Spain

Students read about the War of 1812 and then use the reading to complete a matching activity on the Cause and Effects of the War of 1812. Recommended for 5th grade and up. Includes: War of 1812 ReadingCause and Effect Matching Answer Key

What will your Juneteenth Celebration look like? After learning about Juneteenth celebrations, students use this handout to create their celebration. Recommended: Teacher should teach about Juneteenth and show various celebrations around the country.

Goes along with Patriotic Symbols - Texas Edition Matching ActivityLook for Patriotic Symbols - Texas Edition Bundle in Teacher Pay TeacherSuitable for K-7. Lower grade levels may benefit from teacher reading the Patriotic Symbol description

Students analyze 4 pictures and answer questions to determine who is a loylaist, redcoat, patriot, etc. Tested with success with ELL, LEP, IEP, 504, SBS Thank you in advance for your feedback. Choosing Sides: American Revolution by Lucy Figueroa is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.

Students will have concrete, hands on opportunity to think critically about the foundations of the United States Constitution. Students will grow beans in a bag to represent the 5 European Influences of the U.S. Constitution. Here is the idea behind this activity: Everything begins with an idea. That idea will begin grow and more ideas are added to it. Eventually you have a working thriving concept. The U.S. Constitution is very similar. The

Fun review sheet for review of important documents in United States History. Students match the explanation with the picture of the document using previously learned knowledge of events beginning with The French and Indian War and ending with the Treaty of Paris 1783 which officially ended the American Revolution. Duration: Time may range between 5 minutes to 30 minutes depending on level of student. PreAP or AP classes may finish worksheet in 5 minutes. Classes needing reinforcements and aids

Students use the reading summary to match the picture and the name of each cause.

Start your spiral reviews now with this easy minute quiz! Key included.