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5th grade social studies cultural activities on sale
Veterans Day Program Script School Assembly or Class Activity to Honor Veterans
Are you planning a Veterans Day celebration for your school this year? This Veterans Day program script will help you get started as you plan your Veterans Day program.Our school's Veterans Day program has been my absolute favorite event of the year for over fifteen years!I have found that a program that celebrates Veterans is one of our favorite activities to bring together community members of all ages and students in our school. I have used this script at our school-wide Veterans Day progra
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1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Strong Stories: Coast Salish Series Lesson BUNDLE - Inclusive Learning
Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning for Elementary School Students This learning resource BUNDLE is based on the Strong Stories: Coast Salish Series books and help organize and document student learning and understanding of the Coast Salish Culture. This bundle is perfect for: class discussions, individual learning or independent group learning stations.This product is featured in my blog: Strong Stories: my greatest discovery this year!Units included in this BUNDLE support th
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2nd - 5th
Christopher Columbus 4th grade worksheets - Reading comprehention, writing etc
Welcome to the Christopher Columbus Day worksheets! This comprehensive resource is designed to provide students with a deeper understanding of Christopher Columbus, his historic voyage, and the impact it had on history. This packet includes engaging reading comprehension passages, thought-provoking writing prompts, and a variety of activities to enhance learning and critical thinking skills. Let's embark on a journey of discovery!What's included:Section 1: Reading ComprehensionIn this section, s
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3rd - 6th
Día de Muertos - The roots and the connections
Colegas, this customizable Google Slides presentation de Día de Muertos is perfect to explore the indigenous roots of the celebration and talk about it in depth through visually appealing audiovisual media.It features scaffolded slides in Spanglish, an illustrated vocabulary bank, a map for land acknowledgment, and links to two different gadgets I used with my students for assessment.What you'll find here:A link to a Google slides presentation with 23 editable slides plus extra clip art and auth
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2nd - 12th
THE SOUND OF MUSIC STUDY GUIDE/MOVIE GUIDE (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED)
The hills are alive with Rodgers and Hammerstein's "The Sound of Music"!For as long as I can remember, this has been one of my most favorite Broadway musicals. I love sharing the powerful story and the beautiful songs from "The Sound of Music" with my students."The Sound of Music" is a wonderful introduction to other Rodgers and Hammerstein musicals.This movie guide includes thirty chronological questions to keep your students engaged while viewing this classic movie musical.The answer key is i
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
Also included in: Broadway Musicals Movie Guides Bundle
On the Trapline Lessons - Indigenous Resource - Inclusive Learning
Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning in Elementary SchoolsTEN different comprehension activities support the story, On the Trapline, written by David A. Robertson and illustrated by Julie Flett.Reading Response activities include:Summary, Meaning, Connection, Question, Visualization, Sequential and Sensory Writing, and Swampy Cree Word Focus and Extension CrosswordThis unit is developed to support a single read aloud copy. There is zero prep needed (other than photocopying.)***
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1st - 7th
Also included in: Julie Flett Lesson BUNDLE - Inclusive Learning for Primary Students
The Cedar Tree Lessons - Strong Stories: Coast Salish Series
Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning for Elementary School Students This learning resource can be used as a stand alone lesson or to support the book The Cedar Tree, Heart of Our People, by extending comprehension through organizing and documenting learning and understanding. This unit, complimented by the other Coast Salish Series Units are perfect for: class discussions, individual learning or independent group learning stations.This unit is also included in the Strong Stori
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1st - 5th
Also included in: Strong Stories: Coast Salish Series Lesson BUNDLE - Inclusive Learning
Interview a Veteran for Veterans Day, Memorial Day, DISTANCE LEARNING
Want your students to understand the importance of showing our veterans the appreciation and respect that they so greatly deserve? Interviewing a veteran about his/her experiences in military service is one of the best ways to cultivate within our students this sense of appreciation and respect for our veterans. Included in this interview form are twenty questions, as well as a page of helpful tips to consider when conducting an interview with a veteran.Your students may use this interview for
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3rd - 8th
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Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, Activities + Video
In May it is celebrated Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month . So I made this material for my classes and my students loved it, in fact I saw them very interested. This resource includes: p1: reading "How One Woman's Story Led to the Creation of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month" p2: - Explain what the text is about. - Look for words in the dictionary. - Reading comprehension questions. p3: - Match the sentences.- Match the images to the paragraphs of the text. p4:- Video "C
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5th - 12th
Also included in: Holidays / Seasonal / Cultural Bundle, Distance Learning
Haudenosaunee BUNDLE - Lessons and Unit Plan
Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning in the ClassroomThis learning resource, explores Haudenosaunee culture including traditional beliefs with Sky Woman, the Creation story, and the Big Bear, to tradional practices such as Lacrosse the Medicine Game, agricultural concepts with the Three Sisters, and tradional treaty agreements with Wampum. Recognition and gratitude is explored and practiced with the Thanksgiving Address.These units are supported with learning links to authentic
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2nd - 6th
Columbus or Indigenous Peoples Day? | A Continent Full of History | Kids
October 12th is a day of significant impact in our country and throughout the rest of the continent, but it's also a date that commemorates events and cultures that have shaped our history. This resource aims to conduct a comprehensive analysis of these events, always striving to be respectful of different viewpoints.It can be used physically or digitally: It includes:- Cover page.- Explanation of the activity.p1:- Introduction.p2-4:Indigenous Peoples Day: MANY CHANGES in Rayanne's lifep5-6:- Ma
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2nd - 7th
Also included in: Columbus or Indigenous Peoples Day? | For All Ages | English + Spanish
The Music of Africa/African Music Presentation
THE MUSIC OF AFRICA / AFRICAN MUSIC POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONIncluded in this presentation:A map of AfricaA collection of African proverbs and an opportunity for the children to reflect on the meaning of each proverbThe D.R.U.M. code which is used to frame a group drumming experience- this is is a great moment to do some drumming with your kids.A link to my favorite global music website of all time "Playing for Change" 7 review questionsA special "thank you" in a multitude of languages This pre
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3rd - 11th
Medieval - Middle Ages: Heraldry / Family Crest - Coat of Arms Assignment
A creative and fun way to teach about Heraldry in the Medieval Era. This resource begins with an overview of common Heraldry symbols, and four family crests for students to interpret based on the symbol codes provided. This gives students a chance to interpret the symbols and gain a sense of how every aspect of the crest holds meaning. Second aspect provides a brief overview as to how Heraldry has extended beyond the Eurocentric world, with a few examples from India, Nigeria, Japan, and closer t
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5th - 9th
American Folk Music American Folk Songs PowerPoint
AMERICAN FOLK MUSIC POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONTHIS PRESENTATION WILL CREATE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR STUDENTS TO LEARN ABOUT THE EVOLUTION OF FOLK MUSIC IN AMERICA. HYPERLINKS ARE INCLUDED TO HIGH QUALITY AUDIO AND VIDEO RECORDINGS.DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR EACH FOLK MUSIC LISTENING EXAMPLE ARE INCLUDED.TEN QUIZ QUESTIONS ARE ALSO INCLUDED AT THE END OF THE PRESENTATION.ALSO CHECK OUT:ROCK MUSIC POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONJAZZ: MADE IN AMERICA POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONTHE MUSIC OF AFRICA POWERPOINT PRESEN
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3rd - 9th
Also included in: Music PowerPoint Super Bundle
Bundle! America-themed crossword puzzles. Fun activity for students grade 4+!
This is a nine-puzzle bundle of trivia crossword puzzles.The spring crossword puzzles are great for:Early finishersRewardsVocabulary practice Spelling practiceESL studentsThis bundle contains:Cinco de MayoFourth of JulyThanksgiving (U.S. version)MLK Jr. DayPresidents DayU.S. State CapitalsU.S. TriviaU.S. AirportsVeterans DayEach puzzle contains 25-50 clues. The more challenging puzzles contain a word list. The puzzlers are designed for students in grade 4+.You can print these visually appealing
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4th - 8th
Columbus or Indigenous Peoples Day? | Un Continente Lleno de Historia | Spanish
October 12th is a day of significant impact in our country and throughout the rest of the continent, but it's also a date that commemorates events and cultures that have shaped our history. This resource aims to conduct a comprehensive analysis of these events, always striving to be respectful of different viewpoints.It can be used physically or digitally: It includes:- Cover page.- Explanation of the activity.p1:- Introduction.p2-4:Indigenous Peoples Day: MANY CHANGES in Rayanne's lifep5-6:- Ma
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2nd - 7th
Also included in: Columbus or Indigenous Peoples Day? | For All Ages | English + Spanish
Women's Suffrage Movement
Looking to teach your students about Women's History Month?This resource, specifically designed for students in grades 4 to 8, offers 8 passages covering various historical events related to Women's History Month. Each passage is followed by a set of comprehension questions, true/false exercises, paragraph completion activities, and a summarizing question.What's included?:8 passages covering diverse events from Women Suffrage history.Comprehension questions to reinforce text understandingTrue/fa
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4th - 8th
Musical Composers Activity Super Bundle
Introduce your music students to the great musical composers! Throughout my many years of music teaching, I have created many activities to introduce my students to the great composers and their music.I know your music students will also benefit from this rich array of resources!Included in this bundle are the following activities:Comparing Musical Composers Venn DiagramGreat Composers and their Music Crossword PuzzleFamous Classical Composers: Joseph HaydenComposers QR QuestComposer Word Sear
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4th - 9th, Adult Education, Staff
Spanish Speaking Countries of the Caribbean Map Labeling + Coloring Worksheets
Learn the Spanish-Speaking Countries of Central America - Fun activity for Hispanic Heritage Month! Can students identify the 3 countries that speak Spanish in the Caribbean? Label a map of El Caribe with 6 differentiated worksheets for beginning Spanish students. Great reference page and practice with locating los países hispanohablantes del Caribe on a map. Includes very basic Spanish colors and numbers on a color by number map activity. Includes: a reference page see where Cuba, the DR and Pu
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5th - 8th
Scholastics: Trickster Tales Lessons MEGA BUNDLE - Inclusive Learning
Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning for Elementary School Students __________________________________________________________________This product is featured in my blog! To find out how I use this unit in my class, follow the link: https://www.infusingindigenouslit.com/post/and-along-came-trickster-tales__________________________________________________________________*** UPDATE:Scholastics has discontinued this series. Only purchase if you have access to these resources***Thi
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2nd - 6th
Remembrance Day - REMOTE: VIRTUAL CLASSROOM - Paperless - DIGITAL - Interactive
Remembrance Day - REMOTE: VIRTUAL CLASSROOM - Paperless - DIGITAL - InteractiveRemote Junior Intermediate Canada Canadian Remembrance Day November 11th Writing Interactive Google Slide Deck with Flanders Fields - The history of the Poppy - Black Veterans - Indigenous First Nations Veterans - Chinese Veterans - Female Veterans - Interactive - FLAT - REMOTE TEACHING: VIRTUAL CLASSROOM - Paperless - DIGITAL - Interactive - Google Slides - Slide Deck:I hope this helps you with your virtual teaching
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5th - 10th
American Folklore Reading Comprehension Bundle | US Folklore History and Culture
Dive into the rich tapestry of American folklore with our comprehensive reading comprehension bundle. Explore captivating stories and characters, including American folklore, John Banyan, Appleseed, Coyote, Br'er Rabbit, Jersey Devil, and a bonus Native American reading. Engage your students with tales that have shaped American culture and history. Download now to bring the magic of American folklore into your classroom!⭐ Similar Products --> Click HERE⭐ Follow Me --> Click HERE⭐ TPT Credi
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5th - 12th
Black History Month in Canada Bell Ringers - Le mois le l'histoire des noirs
This presentation is the perfect way to celebrate and honor Black history throughout the month of February. With its easy-to-use format and visually striking design, this presentation is sure to make a lasting impact on your students and help them gain a deeper understanding of the contributions and struggles of Black Canadians throughout history. Each slide features a different Canadian hero with a brief biography as well as one of his/her famous quotes, so you can use it as a daily bell ringer
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4th - 12th
Bundle! Trivia crossword puzzles. Great research activity for students grade 4+!
This is a four-puzzle bundle of trivia crossword puzzles.The spring crossword puzzles are great for:Early finishersRewardsVocabulary practice Spelling practiceESL studentsThis bundle contains:U.S.A. TriviaCanada TriviaU.K. TriviaFrance TriviaEach puzzle contains 25 clues. The more challenging puzzles contain a word list. The puzzlers are designed for students in grade 4+.You can print these visually appealing trivia puzzles in color or in practical black and white.Each puzzle is in PDF form &
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4th - 8th
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