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This activity is meant to be completed at the start of a Great Depression Inquiry unit. Students will have had a BRIEF introduction to the Depression but will use this gallery walk to create more questions for an inquiry project. First, I use a quick depression simulation then I show a short video clip that discusses the causes of the Depression. You don't have to use this product in conjunction with an inquiry project however. You can use it as an anticipation activity. The inquiry project

This project has students create a museum exhibit based on a chosen Great Depression topic. The project will be a tri-fold board that students will use to show the background, story, and impact of their topic. They are also expected to include: * 10 photographs with captions * 5 quotes * 1 Interactive Element * Titles * Bibliography This product includes: * Project overview sheet * Research checklist for students to keep track of required elements * Rubric * Self-Reflection * Peer Review she

This bundle includes 1. Great Depression Simulation 2. Great Depression Gallery Walk 3. Great Depression Museum Inquiry For a combined savings of $3! That's getting the simulation for free!

This combination of games can be used with any novel. Have students create a set of cards for the characters in the novel they are reading. They can then use the cards to quiz their classmates individually or as a whole class activity. They can also use the cards for a matching game or as a study reference.

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Looking for some new templates to upgrade your vocabulary lessons? Here are three that will get students thinking critically about their words.