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World history graphic organizers for Microsoft Word
The Olmec: Mesoamerica: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
This is an introductory lesson to the Olmec Empire. Students will read about how and why the Olmec came to settle where they did; how they began to flourish as a civilization; and the influence they had on the Mayan Empire. Throughout the readings, students will complete comprehension questions to determine their level of understanding. Maps of the area the Olmec controlled and pictures of some of their artifacts are included throughout.
Grades:
6th - 10th
Globalization Four Corner Discussion and Reflection
This activity allows students to consider their and other's beliefs about the causes and consequences of globalization. Four Corner Discussions are an amazing way to get students out of their seats and talking! Sometimes though, students have the tendency to camp out in one spot, follow their friends, or need more time to think and process.This guide can be giving as homework the day before a Four Corners Discussion or at the beginning of class so that students can independently plan their posi
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Grades:
7th - 12th
History Detectives: Hitler, Stalin, Mussolini; Rise of Totalitarianism
This is learning resource is a project-based learning unit that serves as a fun and engaging way for students to learn about the totalitarian leaders in Europe leading up to and during World War II. Through teamwork and a thorough research framework, students are tasked with filming an episode of the popular television show "History Detectives". In doing so, students will critically examine the culture of other nations while building up knowledge about how such extreme leaders can come to power.
Grades:
9th - 12th
Social Studies Core Concepts Bundle - Introduction to Social Studies Concepts
This BUNDLE is great for ANY Social Studies class, particularly for those who want to provide a solid foundation for their learners before introducing more complex social studies content! I use these resources when I begin the school year to cover important social studies core concepts such as continent and ocean labeling, features of geography, latitude and longitude, major world religions, forms of government, and features of a civilization. These lessons are Common Core based and adhere to NY
Grades:
5th - 7th
Introduction to Paleolithic Era: The Stone Age: Reading Passages + Activities
In this lesson students will be introduced to the Paleolithic Era, also known as the Stone Age. Students will both read about these times, but also play the role of archaeologists by investigating 'cave paintings' and then reading an article that corresponds to these visuals. Also pictures are included, as well as articles, maps and graphic organizers.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!Geography of Early HumansEnvironm
Grades:
6th - 10th
Motives for Imperialism Gallery Walk and Graphic Organizer Activity
This is the first half of a lesson designed to help students understand the causes and motivations for European imperialism in Africa in the 1800s and early 1900s. Students participate in an activity in which they do a "gallery walk" around the room to view some quotes and pictures related to the motives for imperialism. Students fill out their graphic organizer as they walk, analyzing the quote and its relation to the motives for imperialism.
Grades:
6th - 12th
Transatlantic Slave Trade - Two Primary Source Documents and Graphic Organizer
These two documents are primary source documents created by Ottobah Cugoano a native African and slave, and Mary Prince, a West Indian slave. Both describe their experiences and thoughts about slavery during this time. Each document also has a scaffold for analyzing primary sources that follows.
Grades:
6th - 12th
Primary and Secondary Sources Activity
Get students UP & OUT of there seats. Learning can be fun and active! :)
1. Post each picture in the file around the classroom. Some of these pictures are Primary Sources & others are Secondary Sources
2. Provide each student with 2 bubble sheets
3. Have students walk around the room clockwise writing on their chart which pictures are considered primary sources and what pictures are considered to be secondary sources
Grades:
5th - 9th
Peter the Great Stations Activity
The lesson begins with a brief introduction to problems in Russia (prior to Peter the Great) and his policy of westernization.Next, students go to four short stations to learn about his different policies. The stations cover the Russian navy, fashion, religious control, and education. Students use these four stations to determine if Peter had a positive or negative impact on Russia. Once they complete their graphic organizer, students can use the information to participate in a class discussion.
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Grades:
10th
Global - Study Guide - Units 1-10/20 - 10th grade
This packet covers all of the essential vocabulary words and higher-thinking concepts from the first semester of the New York State 10th grade Global (World) History curriculum. It is 100% Regents-aligned.It is a 10-page graphic organizer with visuals, graphs, maps, questions and vocal words that have all appeared on past New York State Regents Exams. It is guaranteed to ensure dramatic success on my corresponding Regents quizzes for Units 1-10.Units covered in this packet are Unit 1 (The Scient
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Grades:
9th - 12th, Staff
Absolute Monarchs of Europe Chart and Questions
Ten absolute rulers of Europe from 1500 - 1800 in a comprehensive graphic organizer, plus questions based on the chart. Great for review.
Grades:
8th - 12th
Treaty of Versailles Scenario
The Treaty of Versailles simulation presents the terms of the Treaty of Versailles in real life situations. Students fill out the chart using real life situations that they have probably faced at some point in their lives. They write how they would respond and feel about the situation presented to them, and what action should be taken to make the situation more fair.On the next page, students see how the prior situations match up with the Treaty of Versailles. This helps them understand why t
Grades:
9th - 12th
Decline of Rome: Diocletian and Constantine Attempt to Save the Empire
Students will:
- Review problems that Rome was facing as it declined
- Analyze primary source excerpts and maps to determine how Emperors Diocletian and Constantine tried to solve Rome's problems (using graphic organizer)
- Assess the effectiveness of Rome's later emperors
Included:
- Detailed lesson plan
- Primary source excerpts
- Historical maps
- Graphic organizer
- Teacher answer key
Makes a great companion to my lesson Economic Decline of the Roman Empire and my DBQ – Early Christianity
Grades:
8th - 11th
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The Origins of Civilization: Farming to Cities Group Activity
Once upon a time, man lived in nomadic bands. The next day, he woke up and built a city... Umm... negative! This seems to be the way that students view the development of civilizations: as an overnight process. This activity is geared toward expanding student understanding of how civilizations developed starting with the invention of farming. It focuses on a fourteen step process that takes students from Paleolithic hunter-gatherers to complex civilizations in the Neolithic period. Several vocab
Grades:
7th - 10th
Islamic Empire Achievements
Introduce students to the rise of the Islamic empire with an overview of the spread of Islam, religious tolerance, and the golden age. For the activity, students travel to different stations to learn about the achievements of the Islamic Empire. The stations include architecture, medicine, art, and math/science.Finally, students use the information from the documents to have a discussion about what achievement they think was the most significant to global history and the world.
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9th
Ancient Greece Athens vs Sparta Compare/ Contrast and Word Sort
This is actually two activities; a compare/contrast chart and a "word sort" that also compares Athens and Sparta.
The compare/contrast chart is basically like a venn diagram but it's better because it has categories on the side. Sometimes students have difficulty figuring out the useful and important information to put into a venn diagram because they don't know where to start. Having categories like "physical geography" and "cultural values" helps them focus on those specific characteristi
Grades:
6th - 10th
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Religions: Monotheistic Bundle Pack (Reading Summaries & Graphic Organizer)
Includes 3 reading summaries on Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The reading summaries tell about the beliefs and customs of the religions. how they began, the prophets, their eating habits, holidays, holy books, and holy places of worship. The 10 commandments, the Quran, and the New Testament are also listed as primary source documents and experts are taken from them all.
There is also a graphic organizer comaparing and contrasting the 3 monotheistic religions and a task explaining to student
Grades:
6th - 12th
Introduction to the French Revolution
Begin the lesson by introducing absolute rule in France prior to the revolution. Students then watch a video clip from the movie Marie Antoinette to see the lavish lifestyle at Versailles. Students complete DBQ to learn about the different problems facing France. If students finish early there are extension documents students can complete for extra credit. After completing the DBQ students organize the information into social, political, and economic problems and discuss what was the worst probl
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Grades:
10th
Maya, Aztec, and Inca Venn Diagram
Studying the Native American Civilizations serves the greater purpose of creating tolerance in my personal opinion. Students need to understand the similarities and differences between the Native Americas in order to truly understand and appreciate those who came before European Exploration and shaped the Americas to what they are today! This diagram serves as a reference for expertise when examining what makes the Maya, Aztecs and Incas very simlar while also very different. Perfect for a comp
Grades:
8th - 12th
Also included in: Latin America Unit Bundle (Geography)
Pax Romana
The lesson begins with an introduction of a golden age. Then, students are given directions for the class activity, a gallery walk. If you do not wish to do a gallery walk, you can also provide each student with a packet of the stations and they can record the content at their desks. In the gallery walk version, students are required to visit four out of the seven stations about life during Pax Romana at their own pace. You can put 15 minutes on the clock and give students an idea of when they s
Grades:
9th
War of 1812 (Impressment, War Hawks, Tippecanoe, Tecumseh, Francis Scott Key)
Students will complete a 22-question organizer about the causes and the major events during the War of 1812. I have included hyperlinks to websites students will use to answer the questions. An answer key is included. Please message me if you have any questions. ⭐ No Textbook Required!⭐ Student-Friendly Websites⭐ Editable Word Document⭐ The document can be uploaded to your website or Google Drive; please make sure, however, that it is password protected.Topics: Impressment War Hawks (Henry Clay
Grades:
5th - 10th
Enlightenment Thinkers Webquest
Enlightenment Thinkers Webquest
Includes links to internet sites for students to research the major Enlightenment thinkers including their major publications and beliefs.
Montesquieu, Rousseau, Voltaire, Wollstonecraft, Diderot
for World Cultures, World History, or US 1 pre-Revolution
created by Winston's Whimsies
Grades:
9th - 12th
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3-2-1 Exit Ticket
Simple yet effective exit ticket. I use this activity daily as a quick check to see how well my students grasped the lesson.
Grades:
4th - 12th
Feudalism Graphic Organizer
Graphic organizer to help students understand feudalism. Students are asked to label, explain, and then draw a picture for each level of the pyramid. Additionally, there are places to label what was given from one class to the class above and to the class below. Useful to introduce the topic of feudalism or to review.
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Grades:
5th - 10th
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