Ancient China slides (pdf) that can be easily converted to Google Slides or presented on Canva. Used for my entire unit & corelates with Doodle Note sheets 1-4 in that order.
5th - 8th
Ancient History, Other (Social Studies), World History
This activity uses a passage about the Scramble for Africa to build students’ reading comprehension and critical thinking skills through a mix of multiple-choice and short-answer questions. Students analyze author’s purpose, figurative language, cause-and-effect relationships, and the historical impact of European colonization on African nations. The questions are designed to move beyond basic recall and encourage deeper interpretation of themes, vocabulary in context, and long-term consequences
6th - 12th
ELA Test Prep, Other (Social Studies), U.S. History
This activity is a social studies literacy exercise that uses the "push and pull" framework to explore late 19th-century immigration. Students analyze how the Industrial Revolution drove migration to American cities and forced the creation of vibrant, diverse communities like tenements and the "Melting Pot." The lesson concludes by connecting historical labor struggles and cultural shifts to modern identity, innovation, and workers' rights.
6th - 12th
Informational Text, Other (Social Studies), U.S. History
Small passages and questions that cover some of the main topics taught in Ancient China units. Integrates ELA skills central idea + supporting details, paraphrasing, and evidence based answers.