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British history Common Core CCRA.L.4 resources
Dark Despair: An Engaging Research/Presentation Project for the Victorian Era
Perfect for any unit before learning about the Victorian era, this engaging, no prep research and presentation project will have your students learning about this time period and excited to talk about it, too! Students will choose from a list of twenty-eight dreadful topics and present their findings to the class. While presenting, you can use the included rubric to grade their work. It's standards-based, fun, and everything you need to have a fun introduction to this period...minus the boring l
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7th - 12th
UNITED KINGDOM: Discovering the United Kingdom Bundle
Enrich your study of the United Kingdom—and save 20%— with the Discovering the United Kingdom Bundle, which includes an introductory Snapshots book, SIX cross-curricular activities and a colorful Symbols of the U.K. photo poster. Book and Poster Resources Included:Snapshots of the United Kingdom introduces the location, national and cultural symbols, and landmarks of the four countries of the U.K., along with common British slang phrases. Each book in the Snapshots series also includes a crosswo
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2nd - 5th
Speech to the Troops at Tilbury by Queen Elizabeth I Author's Purpose Questions
Facing an invasion of the Spanish Armada in 1588, Queen Elizabeth delivered this inspiring speech to her troops. The product contains higher-level thinking questions which require students to identify literary strategies used and determine the author's purpose. There is a chart included which asks students to provide examples of literary devices and state the author's purpose and another chart which requires students to give the meaning of vocabulary based on context clues. Also, a short constru
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8th - 11th
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Queen Elizabeth I Fact or Fiction: A Fun Note-Taking Activity
This no prep engaging game teaches students about Queen Elizabeth I through interesting facts about her and her reign; using the presentation, students play while also taking notes on the provided note-catcher! After using this resource, you'll be ready to teach any text by Queen Elizabeth or continue your lesson on anything pertaining to her...all while avoiding lecture and promoting engagement!
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8th - 12th
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Robin Hood Close Reading Digital & Print | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
A Google Forms close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the legendary figure from English medieval folklore, Robin Hood. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about the famous figure whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resource:A Google Forms Clo
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5th - 6th
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War of the Roses Close Reading Digital & Print | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
A Google Forms close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the conflict between York and Lancaster in medieval England, the War of the Roses. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about the famous war whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resource:A G
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5th - 6th
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War of the Roses Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
A Google Forms close reading activity with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the famous British conflict of the Middle Ages in England, the War of the Roses. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about the famous conflict whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resourc
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3rd - 4th
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British Literature: Anglo-Saxon Period
Unit notes and activities, and with the handouts posted on my blog, the only thing you'll need is a test . Check out the full unit at www.solutionsandsimiles.com(I also have Kahoots and Quizlets to share with this unit!)
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11th - 12th, Adult Education
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Imperialism Group Research Assignment/Project (Google, PDF)
Nationalism...Cultural Diffusion...Social Darwinism...White Man's Burden...Sepoy Mutiny...Opium Wars...India... Africa... China... and more!Are you looking for something that will get your students collaborating, researching, thinking, and presenting their learning? That is why I designed the Group Research Assignments. I typically use them as a way to introduce a topic, but there are multiple other ways these questions can be used. If you download and check out the preview, then you will see ho
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: World History Group Research Assignments WHOLE YEAR BUNDLE!
The Triumph of Parliament in England (Match 'Em & Short Answer Worksheet)
By the time they reach high school, students know that the United States was once a British colony. However, not all of them understand that seemingly American concepts, like a Constitution, Bill of Rights and the Rule of Law, all have their origins in the British Isles.Tracing Britain's evolution from absolutism to constitutional monarchy, this two-part worksheet includes historic notables such as: Charles I, Magna Carta and the Glorious Revolution. It will help deepen students' understanding o
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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William the Conqueror Close Reading Comprehension Activity | 3rd & 4th Grade
A close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions, an extension task, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about the first Norman king of England and victor in the Battle of Hastings, William the Conqueror. The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. Students will learn key facts about the famous king whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this PDF printable resource:An informational textA comprehension activi
Grades:
3rd - 4th
Also included in: Middle Ages Close Reading Comprehension Bundle | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
Vikings History Escape Room
Vikings History Escape Room Quiz - End of term fun for the whole class. No printing required! Just project the Powerpoint and off you go. Built in timers, Video clips and answer reveals after every slide. This is an educational fun immersive ‘Saving the school mascot themed Escape Room’ experience. Have the students compete individually, in teams or as a whole class the choice is yours! This resource is a great team-building activity to keep your students engaged during the last few days (o
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7th - 10th
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Victorian Factory Protests - The Match Girl Strike
This full lesson introduces the idea of protest and what it means. Students think about different types of protest and what could make them protest. Get your student thinking about workers rights and why we now have them. Students learn about the Match Girls Strike in London in the 19th Century; its causes the events and its impact. This works well for introducing the Trade Union movement as well as the importance of women in history. I use this as part of my Female Heroes of History projec
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7th - 11th
Elizabeth I Portraits (Art Analysis/Scavenger Hunt)
This is a one lesson activity with two worksheets to teach students the symbolism of Elizabethan / Tudor portraits. Students use the portraits and the symbols sheet to interpret the secret messages that the portraits sent about the subject, politics, love and power. Option 1: one image together as a class and then complete the 4 on the worksheet individually or in pairs Option 2: Run a scavenger hunt style activity where the symbols and their meanings are cut up and spread around the room - stud
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5th - 10th
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King Henry VIII Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
A Google Forms close reading activity with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the infamous former king of England, King Henry VIII. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about the famous king whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resource:A Google Forms ActivityA PDF P
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5th - 6th
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Elizabethan England History Escape Room
Elizabethan England Underwater Escape Room Quiz - End of term fun for the whole class. No printing required! Just project the Powerpoint and off you go. Built in timers, Video clips and answer reveals after every slide. This is an educational fun immersive ‘Underwater themed Escape room’ experience. Have the students compete individually, in teams or as a whole class the choice is yours! This resource is a great team-building activity to keep your students engaged during the last few days (
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8th - 10th
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Bletchley Park WW2 Escape Room
Bletchley Park Escape Room Quiz - End of term fun for the whole class. No printing required! Just project the Powerpoint and off you go. Built in timers, Video clips and answer reveals after every slide. This is an educational fun immersive ‘Bank heist Themed Escape Room’ experience. Have the students compete individually, in teams or as a whole class the choice is yours! This resource is a great team-building activity to keep your students engaged during the last few days (or week) leading
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8th - 11th
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Boston Massacre - Primary Source Perspectives with Lesson Plans
This kit includes 10 pages:- 3-page instructor guide with a big picture overview, and two days of detailed lessons- Primary Source Perspective Analysis (great for a Warm Up / Do Now) to get the conversation started about bias. Print two on one page to save some paper.- Two primary source images depicting opposite perspectives on the Boston Massacre. I recommend printing a class set and laminating!- Two excerpts from primary source documents that demonstrate both the British and Colonial perspect
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6th - 10th
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The Great Escape
The classic 1963 World War II prison escape story is a favorite movie to show in history class. Based on a true story about British and American POWs, the Great Escape film was a top-grossing film in 1963. This character web is a perfect addition to the class as students become engrossed into the film's plot and characters.
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Peasant's Revolt Escape Room
The Peasant's Revolt Escape Room Quiz - End of term fun for the whole class. No printing required! Just project the Powerpoint and off you go. Built in timers, Video clips and answer reveals after every slide. This is an educational fun immersive ‘Bank heist Themed Escape Room’ experience. Have the students compete individually, in teams or as a whole class the choice is yours! This resource is a great team-building activity to keep your students engaged during the last few days (or week) l
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8th - 11th
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William the Conqueror Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 5th & 6th Grade
A Google Forms close reading activity with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the infamous king of England, William I, better known as William the Conqueror. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about the famous king whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resource:A Go
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5th - 6th
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A Tale of Two Cities: Complete Teaching Unit
This is an extremely thorough unit of Charles Dickens' classic novel. A Tale of Two Cities Complete Unit includes the following: * Unit Exam * Chapter Study Guide Questions* Literary Analysis Tools and Assessment (included in the Unit Exam)* Character Analysis Activity* Character Web Activity* Links to the free online book, film, cartoon version, comic version, and graphic analysis.* Tale of Two Cities Illustrated Version Questions & Answer Key (for young readers)In short, this Unit contains
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Greek Mythology Escape Room
Greek Mythology Bank Heist Escape Room Quiz - End of term fun for the whole class. No printing required! Just project the Powerpoint and off you go. Built in timers, Video clips and answer reveals after every slide. This is an educational fun immersive ‘Bank Heist themed Escape room’ experience. Have the students compete individually, in teams or as a whole class the choice is yours! This resource is a great team-building activity to keep your students engaged during the last few days (or w
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7th - 10th
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Self-Rule in Canada, Australia & New Zealand
Following its defeat in the American Revolutionary War and the War of 1812, the British Empire found itself at a crossroads: how could it maintain the economic and strategic benefits of maintaining an empire, without engaging in any more costly foreign wars?This two-part worksheet focuses on the middle decades of the 19th Century, as communal tensions and rising nationalism threatened Britain's rule over its far-flung colonies. Included are important figures and legislative acts, such as John Ma
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9th - 12th
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