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Informational text Common Core RH.9-10.5 resources
Reading History & Social Studies Graphic Organizers 6-12
Common Core Reading History and Social Studies Graphic Organizers for Grades 6-12 *Newly Updated* Now includes a DIGITAL Google Slides version for distance learning!This IS included in the following bundles: • Common Core Bundle for Grades 6, 7, 8• Common Core Bundle for Grades 9-12Do you need to implement the Common Core Standards into your curriculum? These graphic organizers are written for each individual standard for Reading in History and Social Studies (RH) grades 6-8, 9-10, and 11-12. Th
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Also included in: All of my Reading Resources (Fiction / Nonfiction) Growing Bundle
The Hiding Place: Comprehensive Book Study (Corrie ten Boom)
This comprehensive book study for The Hiding Place includes chapter by chapter quizzes and reading responses, plus additional historical reading passages and activities to allow your students to delve deeper into a study of the Holocaust. UPDATE: NOW GOOGLE COMPATIBLE. You are now able to share this with your students digitally. I have included links to access through Google Slides. Students type right into the boxes. It's all set up for you! Perfect for distance learning.This powerful book is a
Grades:
7th - 10th
Frederick Douglass, Non-Fiction Analysis to use for ANY Novel with Slavery Theme
The Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass is a compelling autobiography and provides an honest view of the harshness of life for enslaved African-Americans in the 1800s. Use this 45-minute lesson that includes a slice of Douglass’ narrative to show your students the ugly reality of life in pre-Civil War America.This package includes a two-page excerpt from Frederick Douglass’ book (in public domain) in which he details battling Mr. Covey, an abusive slave owner. After students read the pas
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8th - 11th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Graphic Organizer Poster Pack
This beautiful set of 10 colored graphic organizers -- with four color options -- will help your students learn to use text structures to improve reading and writing. Used in conjunction with my Graphic Organizer Multi-Pack, these 8.5" x 11" mini-posters will visually reinforce students' study of text structures, which will:~ Improve non-fiction reading comprehension in science, social studies, and technical subjects. Research shows that students who can identify the text structure of a piece re
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6th - 12th
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Of Mice and Men Pre-Reading Activities & Informational Texts
The pre-reading resources will help your students understand the key settings and time periods that shape the novel Of Mice and Men. They will aid students’ comprehension by providing information about the context in which the novel’s events take place. Rather than wondering about what characters are talking about, they will become their own experts. Digital Compatibility: This resource is also technology friendly! It can be utilized in classrooms where computers or tablets are central to instru
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Of Mice and Men Novel Study
Mini Research Project: Create a Social Justice Leaflet | Printable & Digital
Engage your students with social justice issues with this Social Justice Leaflet Mini Research Project! This digital and printable Social Justice Leaflet Mini Research Project is designed to engage students with social justice issues and work on their research skills in a project that won't take weeks and weeks of time. During this mini-research project, students will first learn about the group "The White Rose." The White Rose was a group of young people who used their words to fight the Nazi p
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9th - 12th
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Lincoln's 2nd Inaugural Address All In One w/ Questions, Assessments & PPT
Teaching students to analyze foundational US documents can be challenging! With this All in One Bundle, your students will be able to understand grade level vocabulary, analyze Lincoln's 2nd Inaugural Address through rhetorical devices and produce an Oral and/or Written Presentation to demonstrate mastery. This Bundle Includes:POWERPOINT:*Clearly Stated Purpose*Standards*Learning Objectives. *Key Terms *Closer Read Analysis* Key Concepts In Lesson: Main Claim of Text, Use of Parallelism, Attitud
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9th - 12th
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DBQ: First Amendment in Schools (From Tinker to "Bong Hits")
This DBQ focuses on the effect the Tinker v. Des Moines case had on students' and teachers' First Amendment rights. It ruled that you do not lose your constitutional rights at the "schoolhouse gate." Since the Tinker case, the rights won have been eroding from court case to court case. This DBQ analyzes the limitations the Supreme Court has put on free speech in schools, from Bethel v. Fraser, Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier, and Morse v. Frederick (Bong Hits 4 Jesus). This DBQ is a great argumentative p
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9th - 12th
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Media Literacy: Primary and Secondary Sources, Bias, Source Analysis, Fact Check
Media Literacy, Source Analysis, Primary vs Secondary Sources, Research and Fact Checking, Fact vs Opinion, source comparison and and author point of view examining media bias from loaded adjectives, euphemism, and ommision: In a world of fake news and viral social media stories, how can students know what is true? When doing a research paper, how do we decide which sources to trust? This unit contains a lesson on source analysis: looking for bias through loaded adjectives and ommission, compari
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Highschool ELA Bundle: Writing, Research, and Argumentation
Credible Sources, Fact vs Opinion, Bias, & Fake News
In our times it is paramount that our students can identify credible sources. In today's world this is a crucial literacy skill, that is just too important to skip over! Critical thinking and research skills can and should be something that every student is equipped with going forward.This lesson series challenges middle school students to investigate credible and non-credible sources, bias, fact v opinion, and fake news. This product contains 3 easy to follow lessons that build towards a small
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6th - 9th
Also included in: Writing to Argue Bundle
African American History/US History Civil Rights Portfolio Project
Highlighting the contributions of African Americans to US History, this portfolio project examines the Civil Rights Movement from Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. Dubois all the way to the modern movement from an African American perspective. Topics include: the early Civil Rights Movement, Imperialism, the Old West, and the Spanish American War, WWI, WWII, the Harlem Renaissance, the Great Depression, the 1950s and 1960s, as well as the modern movement. The portfolio is aligned with the Common
Grades:
9th - 12th
Reading Lit & Informational Texts Playlists - Complete Grades 9-10 Bundle
Our playlists are “no prep” Common Core aligned lessons designed for small group work, homework, remediation, or extension around a single standard. Save 30% with this mega-bundle, and get 1 month's worth of activities! 22 content-rich multimedia lessons integrate original instruction with web-based resources to guide students through the rigors of the aligned standards. See the preview file for detailed standard coverage. This product is a complete offering of our grades 9-10 reading playlists
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9th - 10th
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WWII and Holocaust Study Unit or Mini-Unit (Grade Level Adaptable)
This is a mini-unit that will cover 4 or 5 days of teaching about World War II and the Holocaust. It works extremely well in Social Studies and American History classes, as well as for support when teaching World War II literature, such as The Book Thief, Night, The Devil's Arithmetic, Number the Stars, and other books.The mini-unit includes 5 VERY detailed interactive, editable Powerpoint presentations that can be presented in a teacher-guided learning environment, or that students can read and
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6th - 9th
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Smart ELA Bell Ringers, Warm Up Lessons, Reading Comprehension - FREE
These smart bell ringers are engaging warm-up activities that address a wide range of ELA standards. They are a perfect mix of literature, informational texts, and reading comprehension and cover various topics such as fiction, poetry, literary devices, history, social studies, science, and life skills. Students are asked to read, analyze, determine the meaning of words, make inferences, provide conclusions, support claims, and make connections.The handouts and online Easel activities are ideal
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7th - 12th
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The Plague Past and Present Informational Text with Questions, Primary Sources
Fascinating nonfiction reading and additional critical thinking activities. The topics include the Plague of Justinian (6th Century A.D.), the medieval Black Death, the Third Pandemic (1855), and the bubonic plague today. What you get in this 25-page resource: 4-page reading with critical thinking short answer questions embedded in the text for guided discussion OR written response. Ten paragraphs include the three pandemics, use in war, medical discoveries and treatment, modern cases, preven
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6th - 10th
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ELA Assessment Grades 11-12. Test #1
Grade 11-12 ELA Assessment Test #1ELA Reading Assessment 38 Pages3 Passages to read and analyze with a section on Lang. skills. Passages include: The Emancipation Proclamation which includes artwork and a first hand transcription of the President's Message, "The Faceless Teacher," an informative passage, "Bring Babies Back to Japan," an opinion piece, "Be a Citizen Scientist," informative, and "The Child's Story," by Charles Dickens.75 Questions/AnswersAll ELA Standards AddressedIncludes charts
Grades:
9th - 12th
HISTORY Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions | Distance Learning |
20 *HISTORY* Close Reading Passages and Worksheets *****NOW WITH GOOGLE DRIVE LINKS!!!*****- Diverse range of high-interest extracts from authentic texts including autobiography - Designed for close reading- Each excerpt stands alone as a close reading text suitable for scrutiny, critique, reflection, and evaluation.- Texts may be used as bell-ringers, as homework or vacationassignments, one-to-one tutoring, no-prep substitute plans, or anyother use- Includes 3 levels of multi-modal questions: m
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7th - 10th
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Holi Informational Text + Hindu Legend Worksheets
Celebrate the vibrant Hindu festival of Holi! This engaging lesson allows students to dive into the origins, traditions, and cultural practices of Holi through The detailed information text uses colorful visuals and clear explanations to explore the festival's history and customs. Students will learn about the religious roots of Holi, the playful throwing of colored powder and water, significant Hindu legends, important festival cultural practices like traditional dances, special foods, and more
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5th - 11th
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Also included in: Hinduism Information + Hindu Festivals + Hindu Stories Big Bundle
Structured Academic Controversy Lesson Plans: Interactive Discussion Strategies
The structured academic controversy lesson plan is one of the best discussion strategies in the classroom and critical thinking group activities because it relies on teamwork and respectful communication among students while developing close reading, writing, speaking, and active listening skills. Benefits of using Structured Academic Controversy in your Classrooms includes:Promotes critical thinking: SACs are one of the best exercises for critical thinking because they require students to deep-
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8th - 12th
Women's History Month Rhetorical Analysis Independent Packets Google & Printable
PRINTABLE or DIGITAL Google Doc work packet. Ready to be assigned on Google Classroom. You will save time because an answer key and detailed lesson plan are included, and you will have a rigorous and engaging lesson aligned to standards on reading informational texts and argumentative writing! Students will love reading about social justice and gender inequality, perfect for Women's History Month!WHAT'S INCLUDED:■ Three DIGITAL or PRINTABLE Google Doc packets or printable■ "I am Someone's Daught
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9th - 12th
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"We Sail for America" - Literary Nonfiction Reading Passage & ELA Test - FREE
HIGH-INTEREST LITERARY NONFICTION PRIMARY SOURCE 1-page passage "We Sail for America" from the immigrant memoirs of Samuel McClure in his 1914 autobiography. McClure founded muckraking journalism in his McClure's Magazine, which was popular in the early 1900s. This topic fits in well with middle school and high school social studies subject matter and is perfect for ELA. This informational text passage is paired with an ELA practice assessment that tests reading and language skills aligned to mu
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6th - 12th
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Structured Academic Controversy Lesson Plan - Defund the Police
This Structured Academic Controversy lesson plan provides you with a measured, highly structured, and respectful approach for one of the most contentious and divisive debate topics for high schoolers in US History and government classes: Should Police Departments Be Defunded, if Not Abolished? The SAC approach encourages critical thinking, teamwork, and respectful communication among students while developing reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Using content developed byProCon, the
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10th - 12th
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Unit 3 - The Spanish Empire
This bundle includes a full unit of content covering the Spanish Empire in the Americas. Sessions 3.1-3.4 include the following resources:The full text of each Session from the Nomadic Professor's online American History course (nomadicprofessor.com)Exclusive on-location mini-lectures from the Nomadic Professor (the thumbnails for each video in the PDF are hyperlinked to their unlisted YouTube URLs)A professional audio recording (.mp3 or .m4a) of the full Session, including the audio from each v
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Informational Text Playlists - Complete Grades 9-10 Bundle
Our playlists are “no prep” Common Core aligned lessons designed for small group work, homework, remediation, or extension around a single standard. Save 25% with this bundle! 12 content-rich multimedia lessons integrate original instruction with web-based resources to guide students through the rigors of the aligned standards. See the preview file for detailed standard coverage. This product is a complete offering of our grades 9-10 informational text playlists, but only the specific standards
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9th - 10th
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