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Common Core RH.9-10.5 centers
Media Bias News Articles - Fake News & Media Literacy Analysis Activity Vol. 1
Practice detecting media biases in the news and get your students to decipher the complexities of the media landscape with this set of 15 custom-written fake news articles designed to delve deep into the world of Fake News and Media Bias. Each fake news article is meticulously written with heavy bias to showcase the various kinds in media, including Mudslinging, Slant, Spin, Sensationalism, Opinion Statements, Jumping to Conclusions, Mind Reading, and Unsubstantiated Claims. You'll love how thes
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8th - 11th, Higher Education, Adult Education
What to the Slave is the Fourth of July Primary Source Analysis SOAP
During the 1850s, abolitionism and sectionalism grew to unsolvable tensions.This resource looks at Fredrick Douglass's speech to the Abolition society in Rochester NY in 1852, where he poses the famed rhetorical question "What to the slave is the fourth of July? This resource includes an abridged version of his 71 paragraph long speech, and is completed with critical thinking and comprehension questions. The speech fits on two pages, with the questions covering one additional page.Answer Key i
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9th - 12th
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Civil Rights Movement Stations Activity Lesson | Freedom Riders, Little Rock 9
This Civil Rights Movement stations activity resource engages students on the Freedom Riders, the Little Rock 9, the Montgomery Bus Boycott, the Greensboro Sit-Ins (and the Greensboro Four), the March on Washington, and more!This top-notch resource is included in the Civil Rights Movement Unit Bundle!In this hands-on and engaging lesson, students investigate five major Civil Rights Movement protests to understand the different methods of protests used to gain civil, political, and economic freed
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6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â MLK Day Bundle: 3 Resources for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day!
Tulsa Race Massacre CSI Inquiry Activity | What led to the Tulsa Race Riot?
In this highly-engaging Tulsa Race Massacre CSI investigation, students investigate the causes of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Students take on the role of detectives as they seek to uncover the history behind the infamous Tulsa Race Massacre. This investigation engages students about the Greenwood District, "Black Wall Street," Tulsa segregation, the rise of lynchings, and the elevator incident that prompted the violence. This resource is included in my CSI American Histor
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â CSI US American History Inquiry Bundle | 10 Amazing Inquiry Activities
Fall of the Berlin Wall & of the Soviet Union! Analyze why Soviet Union failed!
Fall of the Berlin Wall & of the Soviet Union! Analyze why Soviet Union failed!This lesson on the Berlin Wall and the Soviet Union is included in the Cold War Resource Bundle, located here:Cold War Resource Bundle! 12 engaging Cold War resources to promote learning!Buy the bundle and save a bundle!-----In this highly-engaging resource, students understand the reason for the construction of the Berlin Wall, the history of the wall, why the Berlin Wall was destroyed, and several reasons to exp
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9th - 12th
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Uncle Tom's Cabin Excerpt Reading Analysis Worksheet
NOW GOOGLE COMPATIBLEUncle Tom's Cabin is one of the leading causes of the Civil War. Do your students know it? Have them read a quick excerpt from the book with this resource with prior information given to help establish the context!This primary source analysis includes comprehension questions and critical thinking questions related directly to the document.Feel free to view the preview for a breakdown of the source.This primary source follows the reading strategy of SOAPstone. If you are un
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9th - 12th
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Chinese Exclusion Act- Primary Source Reading
During the 1880s, nativism was on the rise in urban America. During a dark time in American history, the Chinese Exclusion Act was passed, barring immigration and citizenship for the Chinese.This primary source document includes an abridged version of the Chinese Exclusion Act (Section 1-4 & 14-15), as well as 5 comprehension questions and 2 critical thinking questions, as well as a breakdown of subject, occasion, audience, and purpose.Feel free to view the preview for a breakdown of the so
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9th - 12th
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Samuel's Memory- Trail of Tears Primary Source Reading Analysis
The Trail of Tears was one of many dark chapters in American History. This memoir of the account depicts a first-hand experience of a nine-year-old Cherokee Indian who was forced from his home, marched in the cold, and lost his family along the way. Covering the death of his father, mother, and learned hatred of "the white man", this memoir puts into perspective the ideas and notions of the Native Americans as they were forced on their long and deadly march from their homes.This primary source
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7th - 12th
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Media Bias News Articles - Fake News & Media Literacy Analysis Activity Vol. 2
Go deeper into detecting bias in the media and news with this set of 15 custom-written fake news articles designed to delve even deeper into the world of Fake News and Media Bias. Like Volume 1 of my Media Bias News Articles, each fake news article in this package is written with heavy bias to showcase the various kinds in media, including Mudslinging, Slant, Spin, Sensationalism, Opinion Statements, Jumping to Conclusions, Mind Reading, and Unsubstantiated Claims. These news articles give your
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8th - 11th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Caning of Charles Sumner Primary Source Reading Analysis
The Antebellum period is such a unique period in American history. In 1856, Preston Brooks beat Senator Charles Sumner with a cane in the middle of the Senate floor. After the controversial Kansas-Nebraska Act, it was clear that violence was the new norm for the pre-war period. This resource includes an article from the time period written in a southern perspective.This primary source analysis includes comprehension questions and critical thinking questions related directly to the document.Fe
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7th - 12th
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Plagues of History Stations Activity
The world has experienced many hardships with plagues. This resource includes readings on 5 of the deadliest plagues in history, as well as a graphic organizer, cause and effect chart, and comprehension questions relating to the pandemics and epidemics of the world.This resource includes:Reading on Epidemic v. PandemicBubonic Plague/Black DeathJustinian PlagueSpanish FluCholera PandemicsEbola EpidemicCause and Effect ChartGraphic Organizer of all PlaguesComprehension QuestionsAnswer key include
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8th - 11th
Autopsy: Age of Revolutions
The students will be depicting The Age of Revolution through an autopsy project where the students will be drawing a person him/herself or someone from that time period with the themes surrounding the person. For example the causes and effects of Political, Social, Economic, and Cultural issues during the revolutions. Students have autonomy on who they want to draw as long as it adds to the project. This assignment is created to be fun, creative, and most importantly… informative.
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Armistice Day Primary Source Reading
World War I was full of innovations that caused devastation to the world. With soldiers finding it hard to re-enter civilian life, massive casualties along the front lines, it was no wonder that the initial call for Armistice on Nov. 11th, 1918 was met with hesitation. This resource is a first-hand account from a Colonel during the call for Armistice when he was stationed on the French lines. This unique perspective allows students to see that although citizens at home celebrated, many of our
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7th - 12th
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Black Death Bubonic Plague Reading Primary Source Analysis
The Bubonic Plague was so deadly that it took 1/3rd of Europe's population. Lasting three years, there is a great account by Italian Giovanni Boccaccio who survived the plague in Florence. This event details the symptoms, social breakdown, doctor's inability to cure the disease, and the result of mass burials in Europe.Answer key included.This primary source follows the reading strategy of SOAPstone. If you are unfamiliar with SOAPstone, please download my free resource on this reading strateg
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8th - 11th
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Dred Scott v. Sandford Supreme Court Case Analysis
Essential QuestionDo you agree with the United States Supreme Court’s decision in the Dred Scott case and why do you think they made such a ruling?This resource dives into the widely known Dred Scott v. Sandford Supreme Court case which nullified the Missouri Compromise.Complete with an answer key, this resource breaks down the case by providing background information, highlighting the argument of both sides, the outcome of the case, and the impact it had on the abolitionist movement.This resour
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8th - 12th
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Autopsy: Age of Revolutions, Part I
The students will be looking into a specific Age of Revolution and will be researching major themes provided. The students will be depicting this through an autopsy project where the students will be drawing a person him/herself or someone from that time period with the themes surrounding the person. Students have autonomy on who they want to draw as long as it adds to the project. This assignment is created to be fun, creative, and most importantly… informative.
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Autopsy: Age of Revolutions
Ancient Mesopotamia Reading Comprehension & Text Evidence Scavenger Hunt
Ancient Mesopotamia Reading Text Questions Scavenger HuntIs your class learning about Ancient Mesopotamia? Are you looking for a fun way to introduce this topic or help students understand the main ideas related to ancient history? This resource is for you! This scavenger hunt sends students on a secret mission throughout the classroom to find 10 hidden reading passages with 10 questions they must answer on their student answer sheet. Students then must use the question answers to unscramble the
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Early History Ancient Civilization Pre-History Unit Plan (Google Compatible)
Autopsy: Age of Revolutions, Part II and Part III
Part II. The Gallery WalkThe students will go around to each New World Empires Autopsy Report, and complete the graphic organizer. It is important that take your time and write quality notes because this will be helpful for Part IV.Part III. RaterEmbedded is a student partner rater as well a reflection on the project itself.
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Autopsy: Age of Revolutions
World Religions Bundle
These packets provide an introduction to Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity and Islam. Students will review the foundations & branches of each religion. Students will read and analyze text, maps, vocabulary terms, and story boards to collect the information they need to respond to the reading comprehension questions. Students will be able to engage with what they read by completing a "Literacy Check." Additionally, students will complete a "Read and Say Something" activity with group
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9th - 12th
Iron Curtain Speech Primary Source Reading Analysis
After WWII, there was a race to rebuild Europe. The Soviet Union ended up taking control of much of East Europe, with West Europe receiving the aid of the democratic west. The race to expand government influence led to this powerful speech given by Winston Churchill in 1946.This primary source analysis includes comprehension questions and critical thinking questions related directly to the document.Feel free to view the preview for a breakdown of the source.This primary source follows the read
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9th - 12th
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Scopes Monkey Trial Comic
The 1920s was a conflicting time in America where modern values clashed with traditionalist views. This resource is a cartoon of the conflicting ideas between Darrow, Bryan, and Scopes in what is known as the "Monkey Trial".This resource includes 10 comprehension questions following the reading of the cartoon. The cartoon is set to fit on one page, but I have also included in the zip larger pictures to be projected on the board if needed.
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8th - 12th
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Hindu story reading passage - The Creation of Ganesh
Hindu story reading passage worksheets - The Creation of GaneshImmerse students in Hindu culture and beliefs through this vivid retelling of a cherished origin myth. This illustrated Hindu story recounts the dramatic birth of Ganesh, one of Hinduism’s most beloved deities.Learning Objectives:Understand the significance of Ganesh and the story of his unusual elephant headAnalyze the themes of divine power, family bonds, and overcoming obstaclesExplore Hindu mythology and culture in a thoughtful,
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5th - 12th, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Hinduism Texts - Traditional Stories and Hindu Information Reading Passages
Trail of Tears Primary Source Reading Analysis
The Trail of Tears was one of many dark chapters in American History. This primary source analyzes the effect of the Trail of Tears in relation to the treatment of the Cherokee through the perspective of a private of the army, as well as a Cherokee woman. This multi-perspective resource is a great way to have students analyze various perspectives in history.This primary source analysis includes comprehension questions and critical thinking questions related directly to the document.Feel free t
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7th - 12th
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Thomas Jefferson Inauguration Speech Analysis- SOAP
The election of 1800 was brutal as it was the first time two different political parties battled against each other. Conquering the mudslinging, which occurred on both sides, Thomas Jefferson defeated John Adams in the election. In his speech, he famously says "We are all Republicans. We are all Federalists." His goal? To promote unity in a country that was now divided along political lines. This primary source analysis includes comprehension questions and critical thinking questions relate
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7th - 12th
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