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Middle school government cultural activities
USA Citizenship Test
Need a relevant activity for teaching Government or Contemporary Issues? This is a 40 question test compiled with need-to-know knowledge for the actual US Citizenship test. Use this multiple-choice activity as an introduction for Government class to see if your students would even qualify to be American citizens! Or, use it to show how difficult it is for foreigners to become citizens in your Contemporary Issues class. Fun and eye-opening for students as they experience a real-life activity! C
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8th - 12th
Under the Same Moon Viewing Guide & Questions - La Misma Luna - Immigration
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1. Three pages of questions in chronological order of the movie - 30 questions in all - designed to keep students engaged throughout the movie.
2. Two half-page reflection and discussion questions for after the movie.
3. Answer key for all 30 questions.
MOVIE SYNOPSIS:
"Under the Same Moon" is a powerful movie about Hispanic immigration in the U.S. told from the perspective of a young Mexican boy names Carlitos. Carlitos searches for his mother, who left him in Mexico to work in L
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7th - 12th
White House Virtual Field Trip (Google Earth Exploration)
Take your students on a virtual tour to the White House. Using a combination of Google Earth™ 360-degree views, informational text, video, and visuals, your students will learn about the history and significance of the White House from multiple perspectives.This virtual field trip covers::: geographic location of the White House:: the significance of the White House:: White House Grounds:: White House construction :: Protests at the White House (Silent Sentinels):: North Lawn:: South Lawn:: Cere
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: U.S. Government Virtual Field Trip Bundle (Google Earth Exploration)
AFRICA Continent Study: Paper Bag Book & Close Read Passages
This product is a great resource for a unit on Africa! Includes close reading passages on Africa and a paper bag book with pages on geography, culture, wildlife, and more! Students will use text evidence from the passages to complete the pages. Directions for book assembly included!
Paper Bag Book Pages:
-Cover Page
-World Map
-Continent Map
-Countries
-Music
-Food
-Sports
-Language
-Plants
-Animals
-Resources
-Clothing
-What I Love About Africa
Close Read Articles:
Africa: Geography and Cultu
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K - 6th
Independence Hall Virtual Field Trip (Google Earth Exploration)
Take your students on a virtual tour of Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia. Using a combination of Google Earth™ 360-degree views, informational text, video, and visuals, your students will learn about the significance and history of Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell from multiple perspectives.This virtual field trip covers::: geographic location Philadelphia:: Independence Hall construction:: Significant events occurring at Independence Hall:: Assembly Room:: Long Galle
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: U.S. Government Virtual Field Trip Bundle (Google Earth Exploration)
Mark Twain Author Study, Biography, Reading Response Activities and Projects
NO PREP! Thorough author study on famous author and philosopher Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens). Complete biography, follow-up reading response questions, and enrichment projects. Excellent thought provoking reading activities, including analyzing the author's infamous quotes.Digital Option AvailableSamuel Langhorne Clemens ,better known by his pen name Mark Twain, was an American author and humorist. He wrote The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1876) and its sequel, Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (1885
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5th - 8th
Year 6 History Project | Year 6 Australian Curriculum | HASS
This engaging project has Year 6 students using inquiry skills to research in HASS, Australian federation, life in 20th century Australia and an Iconic figure. Now suitable for home and distance learning with Google slides option. It has been designed to tie assessment with the Australian Curriculum Year 6, although it could meet Year 5 standards or for any class completing research on Australia.This resource includes: Printable student outline for projectSome key websites to help students start
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5th - 6th
Also included in: Year 6 HASS Australian Curriculum Bundle | Year 6 HASS
U.S. Capitol Virtual Field Trip (Google Earth Exploration)
Take your students on a virtual tour of the United States Capitol Building. Using a combination of Google Earth™ 360-degree views, informational text, video, and visuals, your students will learn about the history and significance of the U.S. Capitol from multiple perspectives.This virtual field trip covers::: geographic location the U.S. Capitol:: the importance of the U.S. Capitol:: Capitol construction:: Capitol dome:: Statue of Freedom:: Rotunda:: Statuary Hall:: House Chamber:: Old Senate C
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: U.S. Government Virtual Field Trip Bundle (Google Earth Exploration)
Canadian Passport Authentic Look
An authentic Canadian looking passport used for social studies. Students have a spot to add their picture and all of the details found on a real passport. I used this along with a world study I purchased from another user that came with an American passport. My students were so excited to have their very own passport.
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PreK - 12th
President's Day: American Presidents Movies & Documentaries Viewing Guide BUNDLE
American Presidents Movies & Documentaries Viewing Guide BUNDLEThere have been numerous movies made about American presidents, showcasing their lives, leadership styles, challenges, and significant events during their administrations. Guides INCLUDE: Summaries/Vocabulary/Questions
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Types of Government Posters
I created these posters for my social studies classes last year. Each poster features a different type of government and contains easy-to-understand definitions of each form. Posters also include images representing each of the following eight forms of government:*Oligarchy*Monarchy*Republic*Theocracy*Autocracy*Direct Democracy*Representative Democracy*AnarchyEngaging Activity Idea: I laminated mine, hung them around the room, and had students move to each of them in 2-minute increments (station
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5th - 12th
ELECTION- VOTING DAY- Ballot Box, Student Ballots, I Voted Stickers
Get your students excited about democracy with this Voting Day activity set! The set includes a Ballot Box printable, student ballots (editable), and printable I Voted stickers. Have your students vote on a class party, the name of a class pet, or whatever will get them excited about the voting process.This is a great way to teach our young students what it means to vote and how their voice matters in an election.Enjoy!
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PreK - 6th
Black History Month: Selma, MLK and More BUNDLE
Black History Month: Selma, MLK & More Civil Rights Projects BUNDLE Enrich your History, Government, Anthropology, Sociology and Political Science classes with these great films and docs!Guides INCLUDE: Summaries/Vocabulary/Questions
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Christian Patriotic Stars and Stripes Classroom Bundle
All you need to instill patriotism into your Christian School or classroom and in your students.*** Included files***· Posters· Notebook Covers· Date Display (multiple colored numbers)· Classroom Signs-Verses and Patriotic· Passes· Blank Signs/ Notebook Covers to edit (jpeg)· Letters A-Z in both upper letters in two sizes, numbers 0-9, punctuation ! . ? , “ &. Uppercase letters are 4.5” x 3.5” and 3.5" x 3"· Borders 3”x10” in various patterns· Pendant Banner in variety of patterns· Bunting B
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3rd - 12th
Patriotic Stars and Stripes Classroom Decor
All you need to give your classroom a Americana feel, to develop patriotism in your students and facilitate discussion on Americas past, present and Future.*** Included files***· Posters· Notebook Covers· Date Display (multiple colored numbers)· Classroom Signs· Passes· Blank Signs/ Notebook Covers to edit (jpeg)· Letters A-Z in both upper letters in two sizes, numbers 0-9, punctuation ! . ? , “ &. · Borders 3”x10” in various patterns· Pendant Banner in variety of patterns· Bunting Banner in
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3rd - 12th
Pericles Funeral Oration! - World - SUBREADY - Greece - Primary Source DBQs
Pericles' Funeral Oration & DBQ's - World History - Primary & Secondary Source - Written Specifically For Middle/High School Comprehension Level -- 5 DBQ's Included - Cool-Relevant-Pictures/Visual Guides for Students! (I had a lot of fun putting this together, I call it 'work-play!' Email me with questions or concerns anytime -- the.eclectic.professor@gmail.comExtended DescriptionPrimary source document with additional historical context written by yours truly at a high middle or high sc
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Social Studies Word Wall Cards
These Word Wall Words are originally designed to meet the standards of Texas' TEKS for 6th grade Social Studies; however, they are easily applicable to other states' standards and other grade levels! Each card has the term, the definition, and a visual representation. I hope you enjoy these 78 key Social Studies terms!
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2nd - 11th
State Research Report Digital Google Slide & Print
Are you looking for a quick state research report for students to display for Open House or want students to learn more about their own state history?This research report will work great. It's easy to use, engaging, and looks great. Make sure to click the video preview for an in-depth preview of what is included.This product includes:A digital Google Slide Version and a print versionPrint Version Includes:-1 Page Quick Option-4 Page Option more in-depth (can also be used with a file folder to ma
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3rd - 8th
Also included in: State Report & Country Report Bundle
Civics Initiative: Flint Water Crisis Writing Performance Task
This performance tasks puts students in the shoes of the Michigan Governor's top advisor. They are working to ensure that he puts Flint at the top of his priority list in the upcoming election. In this document you will have news articles about Flint, a hook including a letter from President Obama, supplementary YouTube videos, a graphic organizer and more!
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4th - 12th
September 11th 9/11 Bundle
This bundle includes both a poetry analysis of "Photograph from September 11" by Wislawa Szymborska & my "Man in the Red Bandana" activity complete with documentary questions, key, collage activity, symbolism activity and reflective writing piece. Updated to include a permission slip if you feel you need to make parents aware of the discussion of a sensitive subject. **Follow us on TpT and Facebook!**
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Country Making Activity Template
This activity is a template for a group activity that is done during a unit on the Rise of Nationalism in the late 1800s and early 1900s. This can be done in a World History class or a US History class as well. It can also be used in a geography class to describe what goes into the making of a country. This should be a relatively enjoyable activity for your students to participate in and for the teacher to grade, with much amusement. It has been done successfully from as early as a fifth grade l
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5th - 11th
Middle East Economy and Government Project Based Learning
Students will analyze multiple countries in the Middle East to determine where their "Sweet Shop" shall be located. Students will analyze multiple economies and governments in the Middle East to determine where their business would be successful.
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7th - 10th
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Christian Patriotic Classroom Signs
Looking to add some patriotism to your Christian school or classroom? These signs, labels, notebook covers, passes and headers may just what you are looking for.*** Included files***· Themed Posters· Date Display (multiple colored numbers)· Classroom Signs -Verses and Patriotic· Passes· Notebook covers· Cabinet/bin Labels· Blank Signs/Notebook Covers to edit (Jpeg to use in any software)· Blank Headers to edit (Jpeg to use in any software)You can print files at home or your local print shop. You
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3rd - 12th
Also included in: Christian Patriotic Stars and Stripes Classroom Bundle
Latin America Webquest
Students will explore the countries of South America by using the various websites provided to answer the following questions on Culture, history, physical geography and much more of the South American Countries.
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6th - 8th
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