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Common Core RI.9-10.2 handouts
Ancient China Dynasties Activity | Han, Qin, Zhou, Shang, Tang in Ancient China
This engaging activity on Ancient China Dynasties teaches the major contributions of the Shang, Zhou, Qin, Shang, and Tang dynasties in an engaging and informative way. In this China resource, student groups work together to fill out a graphic organizer timeline that shows these major dynasties of Ancient China. This lesson includes student-friendly text for each of the dynasties and a large graphic organizer for their team to record their information! ☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a hug
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5th - 9th
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"Can I Chew Gum in Class?" Beginning of the Year Class Rules Activity Editable
Back to school first day or first week activity for classroom rules and procedures: "Can I Chew Gum in Class?" and other questions students ask the first week of schoolThis IS included in the following mega bundle: ALL of my BACK TO SCHOOL RESOURCES GROWING BUNDLE.Instead of simply reading your rules to the students on the first day back to school, let them find the answers to their most common questions. I included my own answers to these questions, but you can customize this handout to fit you
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6th - 12th, Staff
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Also included in: Back to School Bundle: Icebreakers, Memes, Decor, Rules, Procedures
Progressive Era Muckrakers Chart & Worksheet Activity for US History
This activity on Progressive Era Muckrakers features a 1-page reading about Muckrakers plus a chart of 7 famous American muckrakers, their works, subjects, and the effects they had on America. After reading the chart, students complete a set of analysis questions to help demonstrate their understanding of muckrakers and their effects.The chart features information on each of the following muckrakers:Thomas NastJacob RiisIda B. WellsFrank NorrisIda TarbellLincoln SteffensUpton SinclairThe complet
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7th - 11th
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ELA Curriculum Bundle: The English Teacher's Life Preserver
This ginormous ELA bundle will solve a lot of your problems. You'll never have to stay up late trolling for lesson plan ideas again. You'll just dive into this folder, choose one of the dozens of activities and projects inside, and then hit the hay. Imagine the delicious smells of your own literary food truck festival. Imagine students fighting over your most popular reading library titles. Expect newly engaged writers when you roll out your first ever ELA maker space and guide your students in
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9th - 12th
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World War I Christmas Truce Article and Worksheet Activity
This magical, true story from World War I tells of the famous Christmas truce that took place between German and British soldiers in 1914.The 1 page article begins with the background to the event before explaining how and why it came to be that both sides emerged from their trenches to celebrate the Christmas holiday together.Following the article is a set of Common Core-aligned comprehension questions and an activity in which students create postcards to send home telling about the event.An ed
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7th - 11th
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Vietnam War Soldier's Letter Primary Source Reading
This amazing Vietnam War primary source activity features a poetic letter from an American soldier who died in the conflict. It provides a moving interpretation of what it means to be a patriotic American.The letter is beautifully written and will surely have a powerful effect on your students. It is also a great way to integrate reading analysis strategies into a lesson on the Vietnam War.After reading the 1-page letter, students answer a set of open-ended comprehension and opinion questions to
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8th - 12th
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Ancient Egypt Reading Passages, Comprehension, & Geography - Nile River
These Ancient Egypt worksheets introduce students to the geography of this ancient civilization, specifically the Nile River. This Common Core aligned resource is perfect for whole group, small group, or individual student annotations. ....And the fact that it is NO PREP makes it even better! Updated December 2023 to include a PDF version!Completely updated in November 2022 to include more content!!STUDENTS WILL...Read the informational text about the Nile River and answer reading comprehensi
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6th - 10th
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Olympics in Ancient Greece, Then and Now: Reading Passages, Compare & Contrast
These Olympic worksheets introduce students to the Olympics that originated in Ancient Greece and continue during modern times. This Common Core aligned resource is perfect for whole group, small group, or individual student annotations.....And the fact that it is NO PREP makes it even better!Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!UPDATED IN DECEMBER 2022 with a new Brainpop log in and a PDF copy of the product in case there is formatting issues. Any spelling or grammar errors have been
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6th - 12th
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Earth Day Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage - Plastic Waste & Pollution
Perfect for Earth Day! This reading comprehension passage explores the harmful effects of plastic pollution on the environment and our health. Teach students to write a nonfiction summary using the graphic organizers provided. Suitable for online learning with digital worksheets for Google Classroom®.Included with this Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Activity:✏️ 2-Page Informational Article - Colour & Grayscale“Why is Plastic Harmful?: The Effects of Plastic on the Environment and Your Heal
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5th - 10th
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The Roman Colosseum & Gladiators in Ancient Rome: Reading Passages + Activities
Students will be able to explore the Roman Colosseum, including why it was constructed, its history, what it was used for, past and present. Students will be exposed to a variety of different media (visual and print) to help them gain a greater understanding of the Roman Colosseum and its place in history.Updated August 2023 with a PowerPoint!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesLife and Politics i
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6th - 12th
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"The New Social Media Sensation-TikTok™, Reading Passage
Do you students enjoy social media and TikTok™? Are they singing and performing crazy dance moves in your classroom? Engage your students in this informational text, “The Social Media Sensation-TikTok™”. This reading comprehension passage will excite and engage your students!In this product, you are going to receive an exciting, relevant, article about the app, why teens love it, and some of the problems surfacing. In addition, you will receive multiple-choice and short answer questions, as w
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Social Media Reading Comprehension Bundle
Teamwork vs Group Work vs Collaboration | End of Year Life Skills Activity | SEL
Great End of Year Life Skills Activities when you have time.8 lessons to build LIFE SKILLS and help students improve group work.Teach fun, meaningful, and transferrable skills that students need to succeed in the 21st Century!Collaboration and Teamwork are NOT the same! Your students may be working in groups, but that doesn’t mean they’re working well. These teamwork activities and lessons teach students about three different teamwork styles: collaboration, coordination, and cooperation.This lif
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6th - 10th
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Philosophers of Ancient Greece: Socrates, Plato, Sophocles, Aristotle: Readings
Students will be introduced to the four main philosophers of ancient Greece (Sophocles, Socrates, Plato and Aristotle). Students will critically examine two notable quotations from each philosopher, asking what they felt the message of each idea meant. Next, students will write and share whether they agree with each of the philosophical thoughts. Lastly, students will read an article from a fictional newspaper that details the trial and ultimate death of Socrates.Updated December 2023 to include
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6th - 12th
Common Core: Citing Textual Evidence (Lesson Plans, Student Practice, & Rubric)
*Consider using this in conjunction with our "Citing Textual Evidence PowerPoint," which is also available on TPT.Common Core State Standards Basis: Citing textual evidence is a cornerstone of the CCSS reading and writing standards for English Language Arts, History and Social Studies, and Science and Technology. Specifically citing textual evidence in an analysis of a text or in regards to what the text says explicitly or implies begins in 6th grade for ELA, Social Studies, and Science. It i
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6th - 9th
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Greek Myths: Medusa, Perseus, Athena, Theseus: Reading & Comprehension Passages
In this lesson students will read and complete work dealing with three Greek Myths, including Athena's punishment to a vain Medusa; Medusa's demise at the hands of Perseus; Theseus and the Minotaur. After reading each myth, students will complete work, including identifying and character traits, for each of the ancient stories.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient Greece Unit - Bundle of Les
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6th - 12th
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Greek Myths: Pandora's Box & Prometheus: Reading & Comprehension Passages
In this lesson, students will be able to determine a theme or central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details. Student will two this through two Greek myths - Pandora's Box and Prometheus. After identifying the theme and the details that support it, students will compare and contrast the two central characters and express this through a Venn diagram and a complete paragraph.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundl
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6th - 10th
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Geography & Environment in Ancient India: Reading Passages + Comprehension
In this lesson, students will explore the dramatic and influential weather and landscape of ancient India, and how this directly effected where the first settlements of the civilization evolved (always near a river). In addition, students will read about the annual Monsoons that can be both highly productive or seriously detrimental to the people and economy of India.Updated March 2024 to include a PDF version!Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizat
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6th - 12th
Also included in: Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
The Caste System of Ancient India: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
Students will be introduced to the Caste System of ancient India, which was their version of a social pyramid. Students will learn about the different roles people of India played, and the responsibilities that are included in these classes. Lastly, students will take part of an experiential exercise that will allow them to assume the roles of different castes.Updated February 2024 to include a PDF version of the lesson!Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient
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6th - 12th
Also included in: Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
The Crusades: An Introduction: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
In this lesson students will be introduced to the Crusades. This is an introductory lesson which shows how and why the Crusades began, as well as the importance of the Holy Land to Christians, Jews and Muslims. Throughout the lesson there are images, maps, charts, a brief history of the Crusades and comprehension questions for students to complete.Updated January 2024 to include a PDF version!Check out my other Middle Ages products below!Middle Ages Bundle: Crusades, Feudalism, Charlemagne, Blac
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6th - 10th
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Media Literacy Checklist - Evaluating Sources, Fact Checking, and Media Bias
These media literacy handouts provide an easy acronym and a graphic organizer that can be used to evaluate any source and help your students identify credible sources. Includes digital worksheets for distance learning, as well as ready-to-print handouts for evaluating sources within a traditional classroom setting.This resource is also included in Mondays Made Easy's Media Literacy Coronavirus News Lesson for Evaluating Sources. This distance learning resource examines the credibility of coron
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7th - 12th
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The Final Day of Pompeii: Ancient Rome: Reading Passages, Comprehension Activity
Students will examine the city of Pompeii, which was destroyed by a volcano from Mt. Vesuvius. Students will be exposed to a variety of different media (articles, pictures, videos) to give them a proper and reflective portrayal of what happened to Pompeii in the past, as well the information its discovery has revealed.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving Bund
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6th - 10th
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The Holocaust: An Introduction: World War 2: Reading Passages + Comprehension
Students will be able to identify the origins and the effects of the Holocaust. Students will be introduced to the basic ideas that initiated the Holocaust, and the consequences it had for Jewish people. Throughout the lesson there are short readings (on the Holocaust, the Ghettos, Concentration Camps, etc). After each section students will annotate their findings. Throughout the lesson there are images, a map and a graph that accompany the text.All of my WW2 and Holocaust related lesson and act
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6th - 10th
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Ancient India: Eightfold Path & Four Noble Truths: Buddhism Reading Activities
This lesson contains a skills guide on the Eightfold Path and the Four Noble Truths of Buddhism, from ancient India. It is a good opportunity for students to learn about the details of Buddhism, share their own opinions, and initiate a meaningful classroom discussion.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient India Unit - Bundle of 25 LessonsAncient
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6th - 12th
Also included in: Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Genghis Khan: Mongol Ruler of the Middle Ages: Reading Passages + Activities
In this lesson students will learn about Genghis Khan, the Mongol ruler of the Middle Ages. Students will learn about Genghis' rise to power, as well as his strategies that helped him and his empire conquer such a large part of Asia. Throughout the lesson, there are maps, pictures, an article comparing Genghis Khan with Attila the Hun, and comprehension questions for students to complete.Updated January 2024 to include a PDF version!Check out my other Middle Ages products below!Middle Ages Bundl
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6th - 10th
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