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Here is a lesson I developed to cover what is happening in Iran in regards to US/Israeli attacks as of March 3rd, 2026. I just so happened to be in a Middle East unit in my World Geography class when these events began, so this focuses on how physical and human geography have shaped the conflict and the most recent updates available. Therefore, it is grounded in geography concepts. It may not fit for a generic current events class entirely. I used this as a gallery walk with students using the

Venezuelan Oil Crisis: Regional Investigation & The Resource CurseIn this 1-2 day lesson, students investigate how Venezuela's dependence on oil has led to widespread instability — and how that crisis looks dramatically different depending on where you are in the country. Through a guided slideshow, video analysis, regional case study readings, and synthesis writing, students explore the concept of the "resource curse" and apply it to real-world evidence from four distinct Venezuelan regions. I

Bring the inspiring story of the women's suffrage movement to life with this engaging, standards-aligned Reader's Theater that spans 72 years of courage, persistence, and triumph. Perfect for grades 5-8, this script allows students to step into the shoes of pioneering suffragettes, their opponents, and the politicians who finally granted women the right to vote. What's Included:Teacher's Guide with before/during/after suggestions and facilitation tips10 speaking roles with distinct character per

Bring World War I to life in your classroom with this engaging, standards-aligned Reader's Theater that covers key events, perspectives, and turning points of "The Great War." Perfect for grades 5-8, this script allows students to step into the shoes of soldiers, nurses, leaders, and civilians during one of history's most transformative conflicts. What's Included: Teacher's Guide with before/during/after suggestions and facilitation tips10 speaking roles with distinct character personalities and

I use these Google Slides to outline my lesson plans for the week and for student instructions at the beginning of class. I use this theme for my US History class.

I use these as my daily agenda slides for my World Geography class.

Bring the Civil War to life in your classroom with this engaging and student-friendly Reader’s Theater activity. This 3-scene script allows students to explore the causes, events, and human impact of the Civil War through a variety of characters, including soldiers, leaders, nurses, and civilians. The play encourages participation, historical thinking, and classroom discussion while keeping students immersed in the content. It’s perfect for middle school U.S. history classes and works well for r

Bring the hardships of the Gilded Age to life with this immersive, decision-based classroom activity. Would You Survive Living in Tenement Housing? is an engaging simulation that places students in the shoes of an immigrant or low-income worker navigating the harsh realities of urban tenement life. Through a series of 11 historically grounded scenarios, students make tough choices and receive points based on their decisions—highlighting how survival was often shaped by impossible trade-offs and

This no-prep reading and question set introduces students to the political challenges and reforms of the Gilded Age. Topics include political machines, Boss Tweed, graft and corruption, the Pendleton Civil Service Act, and the influence of big business on national politics. Students apply comprehension and analysis skills through structured questions aligned directly to the reading. A matching section and multiple-choice question provide opportunities for varied assessment formats. Perfect for i

Product DescriptionThis engaging and scaffolded lesson helps students compare the three major Reconstruction Plans: Lincoln’s 10% Plan, Johnson’s approach, and the Radical Republicans’ plan. Students begin by reading informational texts, then complete a guided comparison chart to organize their thinking. As an assessment, they apply their knowledge using a Venn diagram activity. This resource works well for independent or small group work and is ideal for classrooms using Google Workspace and Ch

This comprehensive pre-test is perfect for middle to high school U.S. History classrooms! Covering content from early colonization through modern American history, it helps assess student knowledge at the start of the year or before a new unit. Includes: ✅ Printable, editable Google Doc pre-test ✅ Historical Thinking, Early U.S. History, and Modern U.S. History sections ✅ Variety of question types: multiple choice, matching, chronology, short answer ✅ Complete answer key Topics Covered: Found

Bring the Harlem Renaissance to life with this engaging, student-led digital museum experience! Perfect for classrooms using Chromebooks or Google Classroom, this activity blends technology with meaningful content review. Students will explore an interactive Google Site covering the music, literature, and art of the Harlem Renaissance. As they navigate the virtual museum, they complete a printable worksheet that reinforces key concepts and encourages active note-taking. To wrap up the activity,

Bring the excitement of the Cold War Space Race to your classroom with this interactive simulation game. Students take on the role of U.S. or Soviet teams competing to complete key space milestones—such as launching satellites, sending humans to space, and ultimately landing on the moon. Along the way, teams manage resources, respond to historical and wildcard events, and make strategic choices each round. This hands-on classroom activity includes: Full instructions for gameplay and facilitatio

I showed this film to 7th graders after we finished Article III of the Constitution. There are only 14 questions and it's meant for a lower level of comprehension as compared to some other resources I saw on TPT.

This can be printed as a poster or as a reference sheet for student notebooks.

Delve into the heart of American history with my resource pack for "Colonial Uprising: Brewing the American Revolution." This engaging classroom activity offers a genuine and immersive journey into the pivotal moments of the American Revolution, making history come alive for your students. What's Included:Colonial Uprising Play: A compelling historical play script that transports students to colonial America, allowing them to experience the challenges and triumphs of the time. It includes discus

Dive into America's colonial history with "Colonial Chronicles: A Journey Through Time". This engaging play introduces students to the New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies through lively characters like Pilgrim Pete and Puritan Patty. Seamlessly blending humor with historical facts, it's aligned with key historical content, making learning both fun and informative. Perfect for classroom performances or read-throughs, this play offers a unique approach to history that resonates with student

This is a Google Form with short summaries of major Civil War Battles. -Fort Sumter -Bull Run -Antietam -Gettysburg -Appomattox Courthouse -Research your own battle The Google Form has all the information students need to complete it. Just assign it and go! Perfect for an emergency sub activity since all the info is right there. At the end, students are asked to use battlefields.org to research their own battle! Some of the questions are self-grading.

Want to teach your students how to use microscopes before busting them out in the lab? Or - do you not have access to microscopes? This is the perfect unit bundle for you. This unit is best for Google Classroom integration. Many of the activities are digital, but I have included ways you can make it not digital, with the exception of the virtual lab. Here's what's included: Unit Guide that has links to resources, timing tips, and the plan for the unitAssessments (pre-test and summative test, bot

2 page informational text on the Mexican-American War. Includes important names and quotes of the time without going into overwhelming details on battles. There is also a 10 question worksheet that goes along with it that I have included. I used this with my 7th Grade students :)