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Reading strategies Common Core RH.9-10.3 resources
The Jungle Upton Sinclair Reading Worksheet
"The Jungle" was written by Upton Sinclair and is one of the most provocative and influential pieces of literature during the Progressive Era. Upton Sinclair worked in a Chicago Meat Plant for 7 weeks, and during his time, he recorded his observations. They were then shared in his publication of his book "The Jungle". This supplemental resource includes the reading of an excerpt from the book that focuses on the working conditions and unsanitary environment of the plant. It includes compreh
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8th - 12th
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Uncle Tom's Cabin Excerpt Reading Analysis Worksheet
NOW GOOGLE COMPATIBLEUncle Tom's Cabin is one of the leading causes of the Civil War. Do your students know it? Have them read a quick excerpt from the book with this resource with prior information given to help establish the context!This primary source analysis includes comprehension questions and critical thinking questions related directly to the document.Feel free to view the preview for a breakdown of the source.This primary source follows the reading strategy of SOAPstone. If you are un
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9th - 12th
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Chinese Exclusion Act- Primary Source Reading
During the 1880s, nativism was on the rise in urban America. During a dark time in American history, the Chinese Exclusion Act was passed, barring immigration and citizenship for the Chinese.This primary source document includes an abridged version of the Chinese Exclusion Act (Section 1-4 & 14-15), as well as 5 comprehension questions and 2 critical thinking questions, as well as a breakdown of subject, occasion, audience, and purpose.Feel free to view the preview for a breakdown of the so
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9th - 12th
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Darfur Genocide Lesson
This is a CCLS aligned lesson that teaches students about the Genocide in Darfur. This lesson includes informational text, political cartoon analysis, guided reading questions, critical thinking/analysis activities, multiple-choice assessment questions and higher-order-thinking written response prompts.I have also included a written lesson plan for your convenience!This Lesson is Complete... All You Have to Do is Teach!If you enjoy using this lesson, please leave a positive review so that other
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7th - 12th
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Samuel's Memory- Trail of Tears Primary Source Reading Analysis
The Trail of Tears was one of many dark chapters in American History. This memoir of the account depicts a first-hand experience of a nine-year-old Cherokee Indian who was forced from his home, marched in the cold, and lost his family along the way. Covering the death of his father, mother, and learned hatred of "the white man", this memoir puts into perspective the ideas and notions of the Native Americans as they were forced on their long and deadly march from their homes.This primary source
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7th - 12th
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Caning of Charles Sumner Primary Source Reading Analysis
The Antebellum period is such a unique period in American history. In 1856, Preston Brooks beat Senator Charles Sumner with a cane in the middle of the Senate floor. After the controversial Kansas-Nebraska Act, it was clear that violence was the new norm for the pre-war period. This resource includes an article from the time period written in a southern perspective.This primary source analysis includes comprehension questions and critical thinking questions related directly to the document.Fe
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7th - 12th
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Spanish end of the year activities, Afrolatinos, Latin, España
Most non-native Spanish teachers feel insecure about their Spanish.I'm not saying that. It's from testimonials from Spanish teachers like this one:“I feel a bit insecure about my Spanish”.Or this one:“I still make mistakes, and sometimes words don't come to me as quickly as I'd like”.And it's normal. Who doesn't feel a little uncomfortable teaching a language that is not 100% their own. And even more so when there are students in the classroom who master the language even more than you... I rem
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7th - 12th
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Text Features of Informational Articles About Modern Day India: Reading Passages
This lesson is a contains several short informational articles about India today. The articles are all high interest (monsoons, worlds hottest chili pepper, UFO spotted in India). Using these articles and the accompanied graphic organizers, students will identify and analyze the different text features of these articles and the purpose end effectiveness to which they have been used.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Plagues of History Stations Activity
The world has experienced many hardships with plagues. This resource includes readings on 5 of the deadliest plagues in history, as well as a graphic organizer, cause and effect chart, and comprehension questions relating to the pandemics and epidemics of the world.This resource includes:Reading on Epidemic v. PandemicBubonic Plague/Black DeathJustinian PlagueSpanish FluCholera PandemicsEbola EpidemicCause and Effect ChartGraphic Organizer of all PlaguesComprehension QuestionsAnswer key include
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8th - 11th
End of the 1980s Lesson Plan - Cold War Era and 1980s Culture
Description: Lesson plan to examine key topics of the 1980s such as the Americans with Disabilities Act, 1980s Culture, the end of the Cold War, and more. Students will work in a topic group to examine one of the main topics using a reading before creating a poster about their topic. From there, students will complete a gallery walk with guided questions to get the essential information about their classmates' topics.Standard(s) Addressed: Students will analyze how the rise of conservatism influ
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10th - 12th
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Armistice Day Primary Source Reading
World War I was full of innovations that caused devastation to the world. With soldiers finding it hard to re-enter civilian life, massive casualties along the front lines, it was no wonder that the initial call for Armistice on Nov. 11th, 1918 was met with hesitation. This resource is a first-hand account from a Colonel during the call for Armistice when he was stationed on the French lines. This unique perspective allows students to see that although citizens at home celebrated, many of our
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7th - 12th
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Introduction to Investigative Journalism
Introduce students to the idea of investigative journalism with this lesson. Students can read an article on the Watergate Scandal while also using literacy strategies to support BDA (before, during, and after reading). Some of these include previewing and surveying the text, creating an expectation outline, and using a double-entry reading log. Teacher key is also provided with this product!
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9th - 12th
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Black Death Bubonic Plague Reading Primary Source Analysis
The Bubonic Plague was so deadly that it took 1/3rd of Europe's population. Lasting three years, there is a great account by Italian Giovanni Boccaccio who survived the plague in Florence. This event details the symptoms, social breakdown, doctor's inability to cure the disease, and the result of mass burials in Europe.Answer key included.This primary source follows the reading strategy of SOAPstone. If you are unfamiliar with SOAPstone, please download my free resource on this reading strateg
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8th - 11th
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Learning About the Past & the Experts Who Study History: Archaeologists
In this lessons students will be introduced to those who study and investigate the past. Students will read about what a historian, archaeologist and a geographer are, and what they do. Throughout the lesson, students will use text features (including sub-headings) to help them gain a greater understanding of the text they are reading.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!Geography of Early HumansEnvironmental Factors of
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5th - 10th
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The Art of War Mastery : Summary + 3 Project Based Learning - CCSS
Looking for a no prep resource that will elevate your students study of Art of War to the next level? This resource will make your life easier. It includes an in-depth analysis of Sun Tzu’s philosophy book that is sure to engage and inspire your students! With detailed project based learning that reflect on real life situations, discuss detailed examples of how Sun Tzu's book applied in battles through history and contemporary examples, discuss detailed examples of The Art of War in modern times
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9th - 12th
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Iron Curtain Speech Primary Source Reading Analysis
After WWII, there was a race to rebuild Europe. The Soviet Union ended up taking control of much of East Europe, with West Europe receiving the aid of the democratic west. The race to expand government influence led to this powerful speech given by Winston Churchill in 1946.This primary source analysis includes comprehension questions and critical thinking questions related directly to the document.Feel free to view the preview for a breakdown of the source.This primary source follows the read
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9th - 12th
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The Plague Past and Present Informational Text with Questions, Primary Sources
Fascinating nonfiction reading and additional critical thinking activities. The topics include the Plague of Justinian (6th Century A.D.), the medieval Black Death, the Third Pandemic (1855), and the bubonic plague today. What you get in this 25-page resource: 4-page reading with critical thinking short answer questions embedded in the text for guided discussion OR written response. Ten paragraphs include the three pandemics, use in war, medical discoveries and treatment, modern cases, preven
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6th - 10th
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The Uyghur (Xinjiang) Genocide In China
This is a CCLS aligned lesson that teaches students about the Uyghur (Xinjiang Genocide) in China. This lesson includes informational text, guided reading questions, a critical thinking/analysis activity and a higher-order-thinking written response prompt.Great for in class or distance learning!This Lesson is Complete... All You Have to Do is Teach!Please click the "Follow Me" link below to keep updated on all my new offerings!https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Sellers-Im-Following/Add/The-Hist
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7th - 12th
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Scopes Monkey Trial Comic
The 1920s was a conflicting time in America where modern values clashed with traditionalist views. This resource is a cartoon of the conflicting ideas between Darrow, Bryan, and Scopes in what is known as the "Monkey Trial".This resource includes 10 comprehension questions following the reading of the cartoon. The cartoon is set to fit on one page, but I have also included in the zip larger pictures to be projected on the board if needed.
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8th - 12th
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Trail of Tears Primary Source Reading Analysis
The Trail of Tears was one of many dark chapters in American History. This primary source analyzes the effect of the Trail of Tears in relation to the treatment of the Cherokee through the perspective of a private of the army, as well as a Cherokee woman. This multi-perspective resource is a great way to have students analyze various perspectives in history.This primary source analysis includes comprehension questions and critical thinking questions related directly to the document.Feel free t
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7th - 12th
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Thomas Jefferson Inauguration Speech Analysis- SOAP
The election of 1800 was brutal as it was the first time two different political parties battled against each other. Conquering the mudslinging, which occurred on both sides, Thomas Jefferson defeated John Adams in the election. In his speech, he famously says "We are all Republicans. We are all Federalists." His goal? To promote unity in a country that was now divided along political lines. This primary source analysis includes comprehension questions and critical thinking questions relate
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7th - 12th
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James Baldwin Letter to my Nephew Reading
James Baldwin is one of the most prolific civil rights activists of his generation. This letter to his nephew highlights what it was like to be a Black male in America during the 1960s. This is a must-read for any history teacher and class alike!This primary source analysis includes comprehension questions and critical thinking questions related directly to the document.Feel free to view the preview for a breakdown of the source.This primary source follows the reading strategy of SOAPstone. If
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9th - 12th
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JFK Inaugural Address Primary Source Reading
At the turn of the 1960s, the Cold War was reaching an all time high. Inheriting an office after the effects of brinkmanship and Mutually Assured Destruction, JFK issues an inaugural address that declares the importance of freedom, democracy, and the role of the US and it's citizens in preserving world peace.Ending in the famous "Ask not what your country can do for you" line, this resourced includes an abbreviated version of the inaugural address with four comprehension questions and two criti
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7th - 10th
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SOAP Pearl Harbor Declaration of War- Infamy Speech Primary Source Analysis
On December 7th, 1941, the United States was attacked by the Japanese military. Hundreds of lives were lost, and millions of dollars worth of naval ships and planes were destroyed. The next day, FDR gave a declaration of war speech where he stated that the day would live in infamy. This source includes that very speech.This primary source analysis includes comprehension questions and critical thinking questions related directly to the document.Feel free to view the preview for a breakdown of
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9th - 12th
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