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Higher education social studies guided reading books
Capybaras' Revenge (Current Events) - 3 versions + activities in Spanish
La revancha de los carpinchos is a current event from 2021 in the suburbs of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Due to habitat loss, capybaras have invaded private, gated communities in search of food. But, who are the real invaders?This resource features three versions of La revancha de los carpinchos, all written in Spanish: Básico, Intermedio, and Avanzado. The Básico text will be a good fit for students that are nearing the end of their first year of Spanish, particularly students that have completed
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
Prince Royce Biografía: Biography on Afro-latino Bachata Singer + Song Activity!
This 5-page file includes:~A biography on the singer Prince Royce, whose parents emigrated from the Dominican Republic to the United States. It talks about his childhood and his musical career as well as a bit about his personal life. Reading also includes a short history of Bachata music. Reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary and 8 true/false reading comprehension questions.~A song activity for the song "Corazón sin cara". You can play the song for students to fill in the missing words.
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Spanish Biography MEGA Bundle: 98+ Biografías Hispanos @55% off + GROWING!
This Spanish MEGA Biography Bundle includes ALL of my current and future biographies of famous hispanic people at 55% off! Each reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary, a reading comprehension section and an answer key. A total of 270+ pages!! This is a GROWING Bundle, the price will increase as new readings are added.Includes one biography on each of the following Hispanic people: 1. Eva Perón - Argentine First Lady2. Rigoberta Menchú - Guatemalan activist 3. Frida Kahlo - Mexican artist
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
American Pageant 16th edition guided reading questions (Ch.1-40)
This is the entire set of guided reading questions for the American Pageant 16th edition (chapters 1-40). Students that use this as they read through the text, paragraph by paragraph, will benefit greatly in helping them to stay focused, as well as understand and grasp the concepts and themes of American History. Thankfully, my students have had an 80% passing rate on the AP exam for the past 18 years, and I credit the use of these guided readings as the defining factor in attributing to their s
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
Spanish Indigenous Cultures Reading BIG Bundle: 35+ Lecturas 50% off! (GROWING)
This Spanish reading bundle includes all my current and future readings on the indigenous cultures and people of Latin America at 50% off!NOTE: This is a growing bundle, the price will increase as new readings are added.It currently includes one reading each on:1. Mesoamerica: Maya, Aztec2. Tikal:Mayan Ruins in Guatamala3. Machu Picchu: Incan Ruins4. Traditional clothing: poncho, huipil (Various)5. Pachamama: Mapuche of Chile6. Virgen de Guadalupe: Mexican Virgen Mary7. Líneas de Nazca, Peru8.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
La Flor de Nochebuena Lectura y Cultura: Poinsettia Flower Spanish Reading
This 3-page file includes:~A Spanish language cultural reading on the history of the Poinsettia Flower which is native to Mexico. It discusses its ancient origins and how it was used by the Aztecs. The reading then discusses how it was introduced to the United States by Joel Poinsett, the first ambassador to thenUnited States in the early 1800s. Finally, there is a paragraph describing the legend of the poor girl Pepita who upon gifting weeds to the baby Jesus on Christmas eve saw her gift turn
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7th - 11th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Spanish Winter Holidays BIG Bundle: Top 20 Resources at 50% off!
Nixon through Obama Presidency Summaries United States History Presidents
Richard Nixon, Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan, George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and Barrack Obama Presidency Summaries. For a quick review over the various aspects of U.S. Presidents Nixon through Obama, use these short summaries. All major events that occurred in each President's term are included. Obama's Presidency goes through 2009. This will be updated in the future to include his full term as standards move past 2009 to include more recent years. President Summarie
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Mega APUSH Growing Bundle AP US History
Spanish 2/3 MEGA BUNDLE: 100 READINGS | CULTURE | BIOS | GRAMMAR (55% off!)
This MEGA bundle offers MY TOP 100 Readings at the intermediate level (Spanish 2/3) at 55% off!! Includes my TOP 35 Cultural Readings, TOP 35 Biographies and TOP 30 Grammar Readings. This bundle includes 285 pages with keys.30 Grammar Based Readings:Preterite TenseWhat did you do yesterday?My last vacationBirthday partyMy future professionA surprise partyImperfect TenseMy childhood vacationsWhat was life like thenDescribing a movieCommandsMoving day-commands with object pronounsGiving friends a
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8th - 11th, Higher Education, Adult Education
No somos de aquí, lessons and curriculum for the novel by Jenny Torres Sanchez.
This is a curriculum created to teach the novel by Jenny Torres Sanchez, No somos de aquí. You will find activities for pre-reading, during reading and after reading. These activities are separated by chapters. You will also find links to videos, templates for additional activities etc. All of these extra materials are included in this curriculum. Everything is written in Spanish which makes it a perfect unit for Heritage Speakers or advance Spanish speakers.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
Lectura y preguntas IN SPANISH: El origen de la quinceañera y sus cambios
¡La mejor lectura sobre quinceañeras que existe! Artículo auténtico escrito en México sobre el origen de las quinceañeras desde el imperio azteca hasta el presente. ¿Qué agregaron los franceses que invadieron México a la quinceañera, qué agregaron los españoles durante la conquista española a la quinceañera? Después de leer sobre el origen de las quinceañeras, los estudiantes leerán cómo se celebran las quinceañeras en cada uno de los siguientes países.BoliviaBrasilChileColombiaCosta RicaCuba Gu
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
La Isla de Pascua Lectura y cultura: Easter Island Spanish Reading
This 3-page file includes:~A Spanish cultural reading on Isla de Pascua /Easter Island which belongs to Chile. The reading discusses its long history, indigenous population and mysterious sculptures is called Maoi. Reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary.~A worksheet with eight reading comprehension questions in Spanish~Answer key.Level: Spanish 2
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8th - 11th, Higher Education, Adult Education
AP Psychology Book Review Project - Final Exam
Description: Quarter or semester long project where AP Psychology students will choose an informational text, fiction/nonfiction novel, or graphic novel to read in its entirety. Throughout the semester there will be check-ins where the students will meet in small groups to discuss their text. In the last week of the semester, students will complete a full book review using the provided criteria, and also create/build a physical product that helps to represent their book. These will be presented
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Cesar Chavez Mini Unit - Spanish - ESL - History
Here is a mini unit I did with my classes of multiple levels about Cesar Chavez. There are a lot of different activities in this bundle. Check out my lesson plan to help guide you use all of the materials. I'm still adding materials to the bundle.
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Mermaid Myths and Legends Audiobook
There are many different mermaid myths and legends from around the world, and a great way to learn about them is by listening to an audiobook on the subject. Audiobooks can bring these stories to life in a new and engaging way, allowing listeners to immerse themselves in the magical world of mermaids. Listening to audiobooks about mermaid myths and legends can be a captivating and enchanting experience, allowing listeners to dive deep into the lore and magic surrounding these mystical creatures.
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Complete Notes US History and Primary Source Reader
Dr. Nic Hoffmann has compiled a set of Power Points and a Primary Source reader for US History for use at High School and College Levels.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Apollo 13 video viewing worksheets and after activities
“Houston, we have a problem.” And Ss will have over 50 questions to answer during the video viewing worksheets and after activities with articles on NASA's Artemis. The film Apollo 13 is a PG-rated adaptation of the true story of a successful failure. Fifty years ago, astronauts Jim Lovell (Hanks), Fred Haise (Paxton) and Jack Swigert (Bacon) are stranded over 200,000 miles from Earth in a crippled spacecraft, fighting a desperate battle to survive. Meanwhile, at Mission Control, a heroic ground
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
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Also included in: StayGiant Earth Science Bundle: Astronomy (space exploration)
Miguel de Cervantes Biography on Spanish Author of Don Quixote (English)
This biography is on the famous Spanish author of the Golden age of Spanish literature Miguel de Cervantes. It discusses his early life, time in the marines, his capture by Ottoman pirates and his motivations for writing his books as well as basic plot behind Don Quixote de La Mancha.Reading includes 6 short answer reading comprehension questions.Answer key included. NOTE: This reading is an English, I have a similar reading in Spanish available in my store here.
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8th - 10th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: TOP 20 Hispanic People BIG Biography Bundle @50% off! (English Version)
10 Great Songs for the Classroom: Tupac, The Cranberries - Guided Song Responses
Song Study Anthology: Teaching THROUGH song is a widely accepted practice in both the English Language Arts and Social Studies classroom. Songs are accessible, familiar, joyful and interactive for students. They lift the energy, bringing the class together through great lyrics, beat and rhythm. As a teacher, I can cover a lot of curricula through song. The auditory appeal of music allows students to stay engaged and to deepen their understanding across a wide selection of genres, topics and idea
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
APUSH Secondary Source Reading Bundle
The APUSH Secondary Source Reading Bundle contains 25 secondary sources that you can use with your APUSH students to help expose them to multiple perspectives of the past. Each secondary source is accompanied by a series of analysis questions that will help students extract the main ideas and key details from each source. The secondary sources cover all 9 periods of the APUSH curriculum (1491-Present). Below is a list of the secondary sources that are included in this bundle:1. William Cronon -
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
El Silbón: Leyenda de Venezuela Lectura y Cultura
This 3-page file includes:~A Spanish cultural reading on El Silbón, the legend of the Whistler who foretells death in Venezuela. It includes a description of when and how the legend came to be, what he looks like, who is vulnerable to his attacks and how to project yourself!~A separate worksheet with 9 reading comprehension questions based on the reading~Answer key.Level: Spanish 2+ (mostly past tenses)NOTE: This is a scary legend that includes some violence, so not recommended for younger learn
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in: Spanish Cultural Readings MEGA GROWING Bundle: 105+ Lecturas @55% off!
APUSH - Brinkley Reading Guides - ALL
I have included all of my Brinkley 15e guided readings in this amazing AP United States History bundle! Please look below to see all that is included in this bundle. Enjoy!
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Chichén Itzá Lectura: Spanish Cultural Reading (Maya/Ruins)
This 3-page file includes:~A Spanish reading on the famous Mayan ruins of Chichén Itzá located in modern-day Mexico. It discusses its emergence in the 6th century, the various buildings, and the meaning behind its famous pyramid. The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary.~A separate page with 10 reading comprehension questions based on the reading. ~Answer key.Level: Spanish 2+Editable word file
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Finnish Animal Myths and Legends Audiobook
Before the arrival of Christianity, early inhabitants of Finland practised animistic nature-based belief, where everything in nature had its own place and spirit. Some of the historical artefacts show that belief in the totem animals was strong as well. Learn about the history of ancient Finland and some of the intriguing animal myths. How the cat was created in the warmth of the sauna, how northern lights are created by the magical fox and how the moose carries the sun in its antlers. Some of t
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Ethnic Studies Textbook (The Essential Reader)
"Are you in need of dynamic resources for your Ethnic Studies course? Look no further! Our Ethnic Studies Textbook, How Far We've Come?, is designed with your students in mind, offering quick and engaging content that's just 2 or 3 pages per chapter. Perfect for young learners, this history-based textbook covers the essential topics for African-Americans, Indigenous, LatinX, and Asian/Pacific Islander communities. Each chapter is written from a historical perspective and beautifully aligns with
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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