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World history Common Core RL.9-10.4 resources
Shakespeare in Memes: Tragedy of Julius Caesar
The Tragedy of Julius Caesar in Memes Presentation and Activities: This is Shakespeare made easy! Your students will love this close-reading activity because it uses humor, sarcasm, and thought-provoking memes to analyze each act the play. Advanced students will appreciate the humor and prompt to make their own. Struggling students will find Shakespeare easier to understand because they "get" it when it's put into the context of a meme.The zipped folder includes:• Presentation (Powerpoint Show -
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9th - 12th
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Ancient Mesopotamia Gods & Myths Bundle: In-Person, Online, or Distance Learn
You can download this as a:1. PDF/Print activityor2. A ready-to-go TPT Easel Activity. You can assign Easel lessons through Google Classroom or you can copy a link to it and paste it into any learning management system you use with your students. However, for the time being, students will need to log in with a Google email account in order to access the assignment. You can use TPT Easel for free with this resource. Click here for info on how to use TPT Easel for free.Students will adore these
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4th - 10th
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Night by Elie Wiesel Reading Journal & Task Card Activity Set WWII Holocaust WW2
Night by Elie Wiesel Reading Journal and Task Card Activity Set -- Examine Night by Elie Wiesel with this interactive unit set. Read for content, respond to writing prompts for student engagement, and review key features with various task card sets and the student journal.Includes:9 Page Reading Journal 16 Reading Response Prompt Task Cards20 Vocabulary Cards w/Definitions12 Theme Task Cards8 Image Analysis Task Cards3 Essay Writing Prompts35 Total full pages to print.Addresses the following:Key
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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World Myth Bundle: Teach a Semester-Long World Mythology Course
This planet-sized bundle gives you materials you need to teach a semester-long world mythology course with 92 days of instruction from which you can pick and choose! These stories are drawn from a variety of world cultures: Ancient Mesopotamia, Ancient Egypt, Africa, China, Japan, Russia, American Indian, and many more! The WORLD MYTH BUNDLE includes:Digital teacher guide versions of 5 mythology textbooks:  Reaching Valhalla, The Road to Camelot, Tales from Ancient Egypt, Hero Tales from Around
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6th - 12th
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World War I: Christmas Truce & Poetry Analysis (including "In Flanders Field")
About This LessonOne thing I am passionate about is infusing literacy and literary analysis into social studies. There is so much to be learned about a time period, conflict, and culture by reading their literature and primary source documents. This mini-lesson merges together themes of conflict, recognizing the humanity in someone you were made to believe is your enemy, courage, and resilience. Whether you’re a social studies teacher and adding this to your World War I unit or an ELA teacher wa
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7th - 12th
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German Holocaust Propaganda Analysis Lesson Activity for Google Drive Classroom
Are you looking for an engaging lesson on the propaganda of the Nazi Party leading to the German Holocaust? This versatile activity allows students to analyze Anti-Semitic propaganda from Nazi Germany before and during the Holocaust in WWII in a 1:1 Google Drive Format.Resource IncludesImages, text, and more with clear explanations for guidanceStudent Handouts and variations for implementationSkills PracticedPrimary Source AnalysisImage AnalysisReading for ContentComparisonCritical ThinkingHisto
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6th - 12th
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In The Time of the Butterflies Chapter Lecture Notes: Visually Impressive
Visually interesting Google Slides Lecture notes for the entire novel, In the Time of the Butterflies, by Julia Alvarez. Slide deck includesBullet point summaries of major events from each chapter. A list of characters is mentioned for each chapter.Lists of themes for each chapter.Years for each chapter.This is the perfect accompaniment for lectures. It will remind students and you of the important events, characters, and discussion points for each part of the text as you click through this pres
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Song of Roland: Presentation of Select Portions of the Epic
This unit covers basic information about the early Middle Ages. Activities include research assignments and creative writing. Students present groups of Laisses as sportscasters calling a football game, a 60 Minutes newscast, a comic book, and a funeral eulogy. A student emcee provides pertinent details that tie the story together. This is a fun way to get students to think critically, be creative, and present their productions. My class of high-risk English II students loved this challenge. COM
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7th - 12th
Maus I Chapter Quizzes, Discussion Questions, and Teacher Notes (CCSS Aligned)
Art Spiegelman's Pulitzer Prize winning graphic novel, Maus, is a great book for discussing WWII, the Holocaust, graphic novels, biographies, and so much more. This detailed set of higher level quiz questions and discussion questions encourages students to dig deeper into an important literary work. (They also make great writing prompts or essay questions if you prefer to use them that way!) The Common Core aligned questions are designed to teach image analysis skills, inferencing, determining t
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9th - 12th
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The Rage of Achilles |The Iliad Close Reads
This product is a great introduction to The Iliad or a nice add on to your Greek Mythology unit! Students will learn a few of the core cultural values of the Ancient Greeks and use Book I of the Iliad, "The Rage of Achilles", for a deeper analysis and discussion.This is a challenging, but engaging look at Achilles, Agamemnon, and the Greek gods at the start of The Iliad. There is an answer key for the student handout to make for a quick check or leave with a sub! You can also use this as test p
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8th - 10th
The Stranger Christmas Eve script, prompts and more
The Stranger Christmas Eve by Thomas Hardy adapted to play form by Kathy Applebee is a 16 page, 4 scene script for 4 females, 8 males, and as many extras as desired. It can be used as a reader’s theater or performance piece. During Nazi occupation, a Christmas Eve celebration in a remote area is interrupted by three strangers seeking relief from the snow storm. Before the evening ends, pride, mistaken identities and conflict between Nazis and the Norwegians living in an occupied area will occur
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9th - 12th
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The Assignment by Wiemer Novel Guide Jewish History
The Assignment by Liza Wiemer Novel Guide is ideal for teaching Jewish History and current events. This resource explores what happens when a school assignment that is (supposedly) meant to teach tolerance and ethics teaches the exact opposite. The story is based on true events and written for high school students. Concepts: anti-discrimination, anti-racism, tolerance, American history, Jewish history, coming of age, family, friendship;This novel guide includes;Learning objectives KLW Chart Pre,
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9th - 12th
Malala Yousafzai's July 2013 UN Speech || Exploration Pack w/ 80+ Pages!
Speech Analysis: Malala Yousafzai's July 2013 UN Speech Exploration PackInspire your middle school students with this comprehensive lesson plan centered around Malala Yousafzai's impactful United Nations speech. This resource is designed to engage students in thoughtful discussions, critical thinking, and reflection on issues such as education, equality, and activism.WHAT YOU GET:Background Resources: Provide students with context by exploring Malala's background, the Swat Valley, and the challe
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8th - 10th
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Creation Myth Poster Project w/ Rubric and Note Taking Page -- EDITABLE
In this project, students will delve into cultural narratives that explain the origins of the universe, also known as creation myths. Through a student-centered approach, participants will not only explore the diverse mythologies that have shaped civilizations throughout history but also actively engage in research, critical thinking, and creative expression to bring these stories to life on their posters. With rubric and note-taking page. FULLY EDITABLE.More from Active and Engaged ELA
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8th - 12th
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Antigone Pre-Reading Workbooks CUSTOMIZE YOUR OWN!
This Antigone Pre-Reading Workbook has everything you need to make a customized workbook to fit your students, classroom, and school climate. Check out the preview for a full and detailed list of what is included in the ready-to-print file. In this zip file, you will find:2 Cover page options1 ready to print table of contents, and 1 editable table of contents3 pages of "Teacher Cheat Sheets" to help you if you're new to teaching this text. 1 page of anticipatory Agree/Disagree statements3 worksh
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â World Literature Resource Bundle
Greek Mythology - Gods/Goddesses Research and Presentation -- EDITABLE!
In this immersive, engaging activity, students will select a Greek god or goddess to delve into through extensive research. As they learn about the intricacies of their chosen deity, they will not only become experts on their gods or goddesses and their myths but also participate in a captivating role-playing experience. Students will bring ancient stories to life as they teach and enlighten their peers about the fascinating world of Greek mythology. This is consistently a student favorite!! Thi
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8th - 12th
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Lord of the Flies Project Based Learning
During this PBL, students will be grouped strategically and will model a crash-landing on a deserted island. During the reading of Lord of the Flies, students will learn what happens in the absence of rules, learn what it takes to survive, and will learn what about each other.
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9th - 12th
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Myths of the Underworld Presentation - Project w/Rubric & Note-Taking Chart
In this student-centered, inquiry-based project, each student will embark on a personalized research journey, selecting and delving into the nuances of a specific underworld myth. Through engaging presentations, they will not only showcase their findings but also contribute to a collective understanding of the cultural significance and enduring resonance of these timeless tales. Includes a grading rubric, as well as a note-taking chart for students as they listen to their peers present their pro
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8th - 12th
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Also included in:Â MYTHOLOGY - Myths of the Underworld BUNDLE - EDITABLE
Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand - Infographic Background Brief - Road to WWII
Students need background knowledge to comprehend the novels of the EngageNY modules. Infographic Background Briefs are 1-page documents that serve as an anchor text. In visuals, they present the MOST important information students need to understand about the context of the novel. Introduce the Infographic Background Brief in the beginning of the unit, engage students in close reading of its parts, and use the brief to identify companion texts for students to read and deepen their knowledge of t
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6th - 12th
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Curriculum Map for 9th Grade Global History (Paleolithic Age-Age of Exploration
This curriculum map is a great starting point for a teacher who is creating their curriculum from scratch. Each unit includes standards, essential questions, content, skills, instructional resources, and assessments (weekly and summative).
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8th - 12th
Age of Absolutism
Lesson on absolutism. lesson covers definition, causes, motives of absolute monarchs, and a student analysis of primary source (Divine right by Jacques-Benigne Bossuet) Lesson comes with S.S. and ELA common core standards, Students objectives, Depth of knowledge, mid lesson assessment, differentiation, pivotal questions, aim, do now, and classroom management prompts to redirect your class if needed. lesson plan included in power point.
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9th - 10th, Higher Education
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I am Malala by Malala Yousafzai - Infographic Background Brief
Students need background knowledge to comprehend the novels of the EngageNY modules. Infographic Background Briefs are 1-page documents that serve as an anchor text. In visuals, they present the MOST important information students need to understand about the context of the novel. Introduce the Infographic Background Brief in the beginning of the unit, engage students in close reading of its parts, and use the brief to identify companion texts for students to read and deepen their knowledge of t
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8th - 10th
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MAIN Causes of World War I
Students will be placed into 4 groups for a jigsaw. Each group will be given a vocabulary word from the acronym M.A.I.N. to define and explain its historical significance. Students will have 5-7 minutes to read their assigned section of the article below and complete the questions. Once the time is up students will share their answers with the class. The class will later come togather and learn the spark of WWI
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6th - 12th
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Unit Plan on India, Byzantium, Africa, and Islam
This Unit Plan focuses on famous empires including India, Byzantium, Africa, and Islam. Using the Understanding by Design template, the unit includes Common Core standards, Enduring Understandings, Essential Questions, What Students will Know, Student Objectives (13 objectives), and 6 assessments.
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6th - 12th
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