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British history Common Core RH.6-8.10 resources
Boston Massacre Causes of the American Revolution Bias Primary Source Activity
In this Boston Massacre lesson and primary source activity, students examine a variety of primary source documents to recognize bias in the Boston Massacre and answer the question "What really happened the night of March 5, 1770?"Students will begin with an analysis of 2 popular images of the event, comparing the similarities and differences of both images with included questions. Students will then read two primary accounts of the event - one from a Boston newspaper on the morning of March 6th
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6th - 9th
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Jamestown Colony Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This one page reading passage tells the history of the Jamestown Colony including:when and why it was establishedits early leadersthe many hardships it faced before taking its place in history as the first permanent English settlement in the New WorldThe passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms.Check out my growing collection of US History reading comprehension passages here! Please follow my
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4th - 7th
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Causes of American Revolution Primary Sources | Stamp Act, Quartering Act
In this American Revolution primary source activities set, students will closely analyze several primary sources that led to the American Revolutionary War. Each primary source is an excerpt from an early event that caused America's war for Independence.Students will read selections from:- the Stamp Act- the Stamp Act Congress- Responses from local businesses in regard to the Stamp Act- the Declaratory Act- the Coercive Acts (the Intolerable Acts)- the Quartering Act- the Townshen
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5th - 8th
American Revolution Heroes 10 African American and Women Heroes in Revolution
In this American Revolution Heroes activity, students learn about the experiences of 10 women and African-Americans who were essential to the American Revolution and to American History. Often forgotten, women and African Americans played essential roles in helping the 13 Colonies gain independence. Students will navigate the room to investigate the achievements and heroism of 10 Americans whom everyone should learn about, including James Forten, Salem Poor, Phillis Wheatley, the First Rhode
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5th - 8th
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American Revolution Battle Project | 7 Key Events from Revolutionary War
In the American Revolution Battles Student Project, 7 events are broken up and each is assigned to a student group (4 students per group are ideal). Students will conduct basic research, and create a small presentation to the class, to showcase the event.The events that students will research are:The Battle of Bunker HillThe Battle of TrentonThe Battle of CharlestonThe Battle of Long IslandThe Battle of SaratogaThe Battle of YorktownThe Winter at Valley Forge (I know, I know! It's not a battl
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5th - 8th
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North Carolina History Reading Comprehension Passages Bundle PRINT and DIGITAL
This North Carolina history reading comprehension bundle includes 16 easy to read one page passages! Each passage comes with 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Passages include:Three passages about NC Native AmericansThe 1585 ColonyThe Lost ColonyBlackbeardThe Edenton Tea PartyThe Mecklenburg ResolvesThe Revolutionary WarSlaveryThe ConfederacyThe Civil WarReconstruction The First FlightCivil RightsThe S
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4th - 7th
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King Henry VIII & His Life and Times! Students investigate this polarizing King!
King Henry VIII & His Life and Times! Students investigate this polarizing King!In this fun and challenging King Henry VIII lesson, students become historians, poets, and interviewers with the life and times of King Henry VIII! Students are engaged in 3 different ways, with 3 different activities, on King Henry's life. ☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a huge discount) when you purchase my Renaissance activities unit located here bundle!Students first become historians as they recap the
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5th - 8th
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American Revolution Activity | Patriot, Loyalist, or Neutral?
This American Revolution Patriot, Loyalist, or Neutral activity is best used after students have already been introduced to Patriots, Loyalists, and Neutrals in the buildup to the Revolutionary War. Here, students are presented with 7 different scenarios of people living in the American Colonies - and it is their job to uncover what position they would take, either a Patriot, a Loyalist, or if they would remain Neutral. Each scenario asks students to explain their reasoning as to why they chose
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5th - 8th
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British Imperialism in India | The Raj, Sepoy Mutiny, Salt March | 2 Activities!
British Imperialism in India | The Raj, Sepoy Mutiny, Salt March | 2 Activities for Distance Learning!In this effective resource on British imperialism in India, you receive 2 activities to teach the history of British influence and Indian independence. First. you receive an informational text and student questions set that details the history of British imperialism in India. Beginning with James I, students learn the "how and why" Great Britain became interested in India, the phrase "the sun ne
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8th - 11th
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Paul Revere's Midnight Ride Guided Notes Activity for Causes of Revolution
In this Paul Revere's Midnight Ride lesson, students engage in an image analysis regarding this famous ride and complete guided notes on the hour-by-hour breakdown of the famous ride. This lesson delves into the actual ride itself, focusing on what Paul Revere does along his adventure, where he stops, and where truth meets fiction. The included Prezi presentation follows -step by step - what Paul Revere did on this ride. Students will follow the included timeline and record essential details
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5th - 8th
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HISTORY MYSTERIES BUNDLE!
Grab a bargain - History Mystery lessons for less! (Over 20% off actually!)This bundle contains lessons to help your students deduce, infer and evaluate arguments and evidence. They are suitable for middle and high school and have been a great success in my and others' classrooms. I will be creating more of these types of lessons and adding them to this bundle as I go along and if you buy now, you will never pay more.Check out the links below for the individual resources, their details and t
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5th - 12th, Adult Education
The Revolutionary War in North Carolina 3 Reading Comprehension Passages
This resource includes 3 reading comprehension passages about the Revolutionary War as it affected North Carolina as well as events leading up to the war. Passages include: The Edenton Tea PartyThe Mecklenburg ResolvesThe Revolutionary War (with emphasis on North Carolina's involvement in the war, including important battle sites in NC)Each passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms.If you like
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4th - 7th
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The Magna Carta
4 page assignment - 2 page reading about the Magna Carta which details the background and details of the Magna Carta and the significance of King John and the 25 barons - 1 page of questions - and 1 page primary source activity where students compare the Magna Carta and the U.S. Constitution. Questions include vocabulary enrichment, reading comprehension, and primary source comparison.
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6th - 12th
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The Thirteen Colonies Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This one page United States History reading passage discusses the original 13 American colonies. The passage:explains that a colony is governed by another country, in this case Englandexplores reasons why colonists immigrated to Americadiscusses the consequences of colonization on the Native Americans already living in the areaexamines why the colonies eventually sought independence from the BritishThe passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self
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5th - 8th
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MIDDLE AGES BUNDLE! - The Norman Conquest and King William in 1066!
This Medieval History Unit bundle contains 7 fully resourced lessons on the Norman conquest of England after the Battle of Hastings in 1066. They cover King William's efforts to control his new kingdom through the feudal system, castles, the Domesday book and violence. The unit contains detailed, animated PowerPoints, worksheets and graphic organisers as well as handouts for a fully stand alone unit. The lessons have been made for the English National Curriculum and as such have level descripto
Grades:
4th - 8th
American Revolution Bundle
This American Revolution Bundle includes the following products:American Revolution PresentationAmerican Revolution WorksheetCauses of the American Revolution PresentationCauses of the American Revolution WorksheetGeorge Washington PresentationGeorge Washington Guided Notes/WorksheetGeorge Washington WorksheetAlexander Hamilton WorksheetBenjamin Franklin WorksheetBoston Massacre WorksheetBoston Tea Party WorksheetLexington and Concord WorksheetDeclaration of Independence WorksheetValley Forge Wo
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6th - 8th
The Causes of World War I: MANIA (Text*Maps*Graphic Organizer)
The Causes of World War I: MANIA (Text*Maps*Graphic Organizer)Thank you for considering this product. This editable product contains fascinating informational text, maps, pictures, charts and graphic organizers that explain the causes of World War I. This product is a must in any exploration of the First World War. Please check out the preview.The product explains the following: basic background of WWI; the acronym MANIA (Militarism, Alliances, Nationalism, Imperialism, Assassination) and an exp
Grades:
6th - 11th
Balfour Declaration Primary Source Analysis + Impact of Balfour Declaration
In this Balfour Declaration primary source reading activity, you receive two activities to teach the impact and effect of this important document. First, students engage in a primary source analysis on the Declaration issued by British Foreign Secretary Arthur James Balfour to investigate the motive and intent. In step two, students complete a short video web quest assignment to learn the impact the Balfour Declaration had on the Middle East and the world today; students learn about the Nakba,
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7th - 10th
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The Great Plague Escape Room Activity
An Escape Room activity looking at the outbreak of the bubonic plague in London between 1664 and 1666, known as the Great Plague. Ideal for fifth grade or sixth grade, the activity is perfect for group work, team-building activities or for a fun, engaging and interactive lesson. The activity can be used in English class as it incorporates some ELA skills or in Social Studies.The activity has been split into four different tasks; your students will need to complete each of the tasks to reveal a w
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5th - 6th
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War of the Roses Escape Room Activity
A War of the Roses Escape Room activity. Ideal for fifth grade or sixth grade, the activity is perfect for group work, starting a new topic about the Middle Ages or British history, team-building activities or for a fun, engaging and interactive lesson. The activity can be used in English class as it incorporates some ELA skills or in Social Studies.The activity has been split into four different tasks; your students will need to complete each of the tasks to reveal a word. Together the four wor
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5th - 6th
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Imperialism DBQ | Lesson Plan | British Empire | Era of Imperialism | Scramble
In this lesson students develop their DBQ writing skills while learning about British Imperialism. In this lesson students will investigate how the British Empire was able to conquer 1/3 of the world's population. They will do this by working on evidence based writing and citing curated resources. What's Included?3 Page Google Doc Worksheet3 page interactive notepad worksheet (same worksheet different format) Lesson Outline: Warmup - Direct students to complete the questions at the top of page o
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8th - 11th
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Also included in:Â Imperialism Full Unit | Google Drive | Lesson Plan | Scramble for Africa
William the Conqueror Escape Room Activity
A William the Conqueror, or King William I, Escape Room activity. Ideal for fifth grade or sixth grade, the activity is perfect for group work, starting a new topic about the Middle Ages, team-building activities or for a fun, engaging and interactive lesson. The activity can be used in English class as it incorporates some ELA skills or in Social Studies.The activity has been split into four different tasks; your students will need to complete each of the tasks to reveal a word. Together the fo
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5th - 6th
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Also included in:Â Middle Ages Escape Room Activity Bundle | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
Queen Elizabeth I Escape Room Activity
A Queen Elizabeth I Escape Room activity. Ideal for fifth grade or sixth grade, the activity is perfect for group work, starting a new topic on British History, team-building activities or for a fun, engaging and interactive lesson. The activity can be used in English class as it incorporates some ELA skills or in Social Studies.The activity has been split into four different tasks; your students will need to complete each of the tasks to reveal a word. Together the four words make a phrase for
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5th - 6th
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Slavery in Early America | Colonial Era | Lesson Plan | DBQ | Crispus Attucks
The purpose of this lesson is to give students an overview of the laws and use of slavery in America during the colonial era as well as highlight some of the achievements of enslaved people in America. This lesson includes a note organizer, two videos with questions and a slideshow. What's Included?5 page google doc worksheet8 slide google slide presentationEverything needed to teach the following lessonLesson Outline:Warmup - Talk to the people around you... Why did colonists originally settle
Grades:
8th - 11th
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