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World history research for Easel Activities
Mummification and the Afterlife - Ancient Egypt - Print and Digital
Students LOVE studying the fascinating details of Ancient Egypt including the Pyramids of Giza, the Afterlife, mummification, and sarcophaguses. This resource takes the most interesting topics and makes them even more interesting! Starting with a vocabulary unit and progressing all the way to a hands-on mummification activity, this set of lessons is bound to catch your students’ attention and make them want more! Use all of these activities, or just a few. Teach it all in one class session, or b
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6th - 8th
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Christmas Around the World Research Project
This is a simple research project that can be done quickly or spread out over time. It includes questions that the students will have to answer about each country. Room is provided for them to record their answers. It also includes a comparing and contrasting chart where students can compare the traditions of their chosen country to the traditions of their own country. I did not include the USA as the home country so it can be used by other English speaking coutries.
I require students to use t
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3rd - 6th
Types of Government Wanted Posters: A fun way to learn about political systems
This lesson is a fun way to teach your students about different political systems around the world throughout history and in modern times. Students can work independently or in small groups to research four different kinds of political leadership: dictatorship, monarchy, theocracy, and democracy.They need to complete independent research to find information about the following topics:Rise to power: How does this type of leader get chosen (are there fair elections, do they take power by force, or
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4th - 9th
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WWI Projects, World War I Research and Writing Projects, Timeline and Vocabulary
World War I Writing and Research projects with a Complete WWI Timeline, Vocabulary and Causes of WWI Handout! Nine thought provoking projects from scoring an interview with a unique WWI figure, comparing Military's, to writing about the U-Boat dilemma to writing about the impact on the United States; the projects are engaging and challenging. Rubric included.Perfect for distance learning as well.Included with This Resource:Nine Challenging Research and Writing WWI ProjectsComplete WWI Timeline
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5th - 9th
Renaissance and Reformation Branches of Protestantism Jigsaw Activity
Assign students into small groups to learn about and organize the 4 Branches of the Protestant Reformation with this interactive lesson resource. Students will be engaged, will have the content they need on the Branches of Protestantism, and will have everything neatly organized for further study.Included: Lutheranism Reading CardCalvinism Reading CardAnabaptists Reading CardAnglicanism Reading CardStudent OrganizerStudent Wrap-up Questions Using Jigsaw Activity Format:Students will read the car
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6th - 12th
NO PREP - Italy - Country Study
This 23 PAGE, NO PREP Country Study / Project on ITALY covers the following topics:•Italy – Quick Facts•Where in the world is Italy?•The Italian Government•The Eternal City•Italian Tourist Attractions•Italian Food•Italian Culture and Traditions•Famous Italians and Italian Brands•Italian GeographyA Memo with suggested answers is inlcuded.Also have a look at:Germany - Country StudyGermany - Culture, Customs and TraditionsSpain - Country StudyFrance - Country StudySouth Africa - Country StudyThail
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6th - 10th
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Comic book project for any unit of study EDITABLE RUBRIC
What would a comic book show about the Bay of Pigs or about Queen Elizabeth look like? Support student projects with this ready-to-use guide for creating comic books. Comic books are great for student research projects or for a collaborative activity for any unit. Self-contained project great for students working at home!"Fantastic research project!!!" - BuyerIncluded in this project guide is student handouts for:- Research Template - Student directions for researching and creating comic boo
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5th - 10th
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Also included in: Projects Bundle for any subject
Historical Biography Project: Funko Pop Edition
Engage your students with this creative biography project! Project includes template for a Funko Pop character, Biographical Information Page, A Letter to History template, grading rubric, and instructions! Students will pick a famous person from history and have fun!
Grades:
5th - 12th
The Path to Nazi Genocide USHMM Documentary Questions Digital and Print
"The Path to Nazi Genocide" Documentary is a free resource provided by The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. This resource was created to help students gain a deeper understanding of the information provided both on the USHMM website and in "The Path to Nazi Genocide" documentary. This documentary, along with the countless pages of resources are a great tool for teaching students about the Holocaust. I use this resource specifically with my students before I teach Anne Frank to help deepe
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7th - 11th
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Ancient Greece Activities Greek Mythology
Four ready-to-use activities to engage students in Ancient Greece Mythology. Students read informational text on the Greek gods and have access to Greek myths. Students engage in inquiry-based activities such as creating a family tree, retelling myths, creating gods, and writing a newspaper article. Included in this resource:- Teacher's guide for uses- Informational text on Greek mythology and a sample of Greek myths- 4 activities for students"Loved the ideas for extension activities/stations
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Ancient Greece Activities Bundle for Ancient Greece Unit
Early Explorers
This packet focuses on student research for 18 early explorers of the Americas. It addresses the Social Studies Standard: The student will identify early explorers and their motivations, challenges, and achievements. Included is a list of the 18 explorers, an "Explorer Information Sheet" for each explorer (plus a blank one), and a culminating project for a class presentation, "Hall of Explorers." The teacher can assign all 18 explorers or pick and choose which ones to assign. When the informa
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4th - 6th
Central & South America Countries Project and Student Presentations
Use this student-centered project rubric to guide students through the research and reporting on the countries of Central & South America. Students will investigate the political, economic, and social characteristics of the countries, as well as comparison statistics.Includes student handouts for gathering of information on all countries presented by students and overall wrap-up questions for the activity.Topics Addressed:Geography/Land FeaturesPeople & CultureEconomyHistoryGovernmentCu
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5th - 10th
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12 Labors of Hercules | Greek Heroes
If you are looking to introduce your students to Hercules, this a quick and NO PREP way to start today! With this product students will learn about Hercules's background, how he was cursed by Hera, and the 12 labors he had to complete in order to atone. This is a great addition to your Greek heroes study. Included:Teaching tips for two ways to have students learn about Hercules's 12 Labors1 PDF for students to record details about Hercules and Hera's curse2 PDFs for students to record details of
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8th - 10th
World War 2 Leaders Opinion Writing Unit | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
A discussion writing unit allowing students to research, discuss and write about who was the most influential Allied leader of World War 2: Winston Churchill, Joseph Stalin and Franklin Roosevelt. The unit has been split into four separate lessons which and is perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade.Included in this PDF printable resource:Three informational texts about the individual leadersA fact sheet to record key facts about the famous figuresTwo prompt sheets for students to wri
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: World War II Mega Bundle of Activities | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
Renaissance Project Research and Role Play
Renaissance Project is an engaging way to meet figures from 14th and 15th century Europe including the Renaissance, Reformation and Scientific Revolution. What better way to bring the Renaissance to life than to have a soiree in which figures (your students) from the Renaissance, Reformation and Scientific Revolution come together? This resource includes:● Teacher's guidelines and project timeline● Annotated bibliography of 30+ individuals from the era● Student handouts including: research te
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9th - 11th
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Also included in: Renaissance Unit includes scientific revolution
Progressive Era and Gilded Age Project and Role Play
Meet John D. Rockefeller, Jane Addams, Teddy Roosevelt and more through your students' discovery of them. In this inquiry-based project, students research a major figure of the Progressive Era and Gilded Age and then embody that person at a culminating party. This project, a favorite among my students, puts students literally in the lives of historical figures. This project includes:● How to use this resource and complete timeline within the teacher’s guide● Suggested figures of 30+ individua
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10th - 12th
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Major Battles of World War II - U.S. and World History Research Assignment
Students will explore in depth 10 major battles of World War II through this online research assignment! Major battles included: The Battle of BritainOperation OverlordThe Battle of MidwayAnd more!
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5th - 12th
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Scientific Revolution in Modern Times Research Project Activity
Scientific Revolution in Modern Times Research Project - In this activity, students may research a chosen topic of current scientific research to compare the times of the Scientific Revolution to our modern times. Options are provided, and a direction sheet and rubric is all included in the one page! My students loved this activity this year and really got "into" some of the topics they were able to choose, especially the controversial ones! Take a look at these other Scientific Revolution re
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
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Current Events TED Talk: How the news distorts our worldview
This is a fantastic TED Talk and lesson to address geographical bias in the media. Though given in 2008, the message still has relevance today. In this lesson, students will be introduced to bias in the media and will investigate for themselves using current news outlets whether this bias still exists and what it looks like. The TED Talk is quick (4.5 min) and succinct in providing an introduction for this one class period lesson. Use as a stand-alone lesson or as part of a larger media stud
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8th - 12th
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Greek Mythology Greek Olympian Research Project & Flyer, God/Goddess Sketchnotes
This creative, engaging project is the perfect introduction (or review) to the Greek Olympians (plus Hestia & Hades). Students will choose, individually or with a partner, a Greek god/goddess to research for a presentation. The instructions checklist provides students a step-by-step guide to complete the project, and the Content Slides Requirement Sheet provides students with a breakdown of the required information with each slide. A template presentation with example slide is also included.
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6th - 12th
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World War II and The U.S. Home Front Collaborative Research Poster Project
DESCRIPTION:On Dec. 7th, 1941, the United States was attacked at Pearl Harbor and thrusted the country into World War II. This World War II: The United States and the Home Front Collaborative Research Project focuses on how quickly the United States government was able to mobilize its citizen in support of the war effort.This comprehensive project is perfect for grades 8th-12th and contains three research stations which cover an array of topics such as the wartime economy, getting women to join
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: World War II Research Poster Projects and Graphic Organizers (BUNDLE)
Aztec WebQuest
This is a great internet activity to give your students a wonderful introductory overview of the Aztec Empire. They will explore several aspects of Aztec society, including religion, food, games, military, calendar, the fall of the empire, etc. This is all from one website, and in the end students will analyze and decide if the site is credible and reliable. My high school students use this after my intro lesson on the subject. This can be used by junior high students as well! This file includes
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6th - 10th
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Multi-cultural Holiday Research Project
This is perfect for the holiday season. Students are given the opportunity to explore a holiday within another culture. I have provided: the project assignment (with detailed explanation) and a comprehensive scoring rubric. The projects fulfills Depth of Knowledge 3. I have included an annotation component as well as a digital aspect.
Check out my other holiday themed lessons:
A Christmas Carol Constructed Responses
A Christmas Carol Literacy Stations
A Christmas Carol 3-D Scene Analysis
Christm
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in: Holiday Lesson Plan Bundle of Lessons Distance Learning
Space Exploration Research Paper Project — Astronauts — Science ELA w/ Rubrics
Ignite your students' curiosity about space exploration by delving into the captivating world of astronauts and famous space explorers. This comprehensive research guide offers a unique opportunity for students to learn about significant figures who have made remarkable contributions to the history of space exploration. From the early pioneers to the modern-day heroes, students will uncover fascinating stories and gain a deeper understanding of the journey to the stars.Designed to guide students
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7th - 10th
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