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British history Common Core RH.6-8.4 resources
Boston Massacre Causes of the American Revolution Bias Primary Source Activity
In this Boston Massacre lesson and primary source activity, students examine a variety of primary source documents to recognize bias in the Boston Massacre and answer the question "What really happened the night of March 5, 1770?"Students will begin with an analysis of 2 popular images of the event, comparing the similarities and differences of both images with included questions. Students will then read two primary accounts of the event - one from a Boston newspaper on the morning of March 6th
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6th - 9th
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Boston Tea Party
Was the Boston Tea Party justified? Students will research the causes and effects of the Boston Tea Party; Sons of Liberty; repeal of Townshend Acts; the story of the Boston Tea Party; Intolerable Acts; First Continental Congress; Shot Heard 'Round the World: Lexington & ConcordIncluded in this resource:• Title page • Relevant do now question for students - can be transitioned to the Sons of Liberty rebelling against the British• "Will There Really Be A Party," "The Empire Strikes Back," &a
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in:Â Boston Tea Party Lesson and Rap Song BUNDLE
Causes of American Revolution Primary Sources | Stamp Act, Quartering Act
In this American Revolution primary source activities set, students will closely analyze several primary sources that led to the American Revolutionary War. Each primary source is an excerpt from an early event that caused America's war for Independence.Students will read selections from:- the Stamp Act- the Stamp Act Congress- Responses from local businesses in regard to the Stamp Act- the Declaratory Act- the Coercive Acts (the Intolerable Acts)- the Quartering Act- the Townshen
Grades:
5th - 8th
Industrial Revolution Building Block Lesson Activity & Project
This dynamic Industrial Revolution lesson is an excellent hands-on activity in which students create "building blocks" on the beginning of industrialization and why it began in Great Britain. There are several options for how you might want to use the resources as well. First, there is an engaging PowerPoint presentation (and Google Slides version as well) on the reasons why the Industrial Revolution began in England and its important early characteristics. Students take notes on the building bl
Grades:
6th - 11th
Also included in:Â World History PowerPoint Bundle Part 3: French Revolution - Modern World
King Henry VIII & His Life and Times! Students investigate this polarizing King!
King Henry VIII & His Life and Times! Students investigate this polarizing King!In this fun and challenging King Henry VIII lesson, students become historians, poets, and interviewers with the life and times of King Henry VIII! Students are engaged in 3 different ways, with 3 different activities, on King Henry's life. ☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a huge discount) when you purchase my Renaissance activities unit located here bundle!Students first become historians as they recap the
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5th - 8th
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British Imperialism in India | The Raj, Sepoy Mutiny, Salt March | 2 Activities!
British Imperialism in India | The Raj, Sepoy Mutiny, Salt March | 2 Activities for Distance Learning!In this effective resource on British imperialism in India, you receive 2 activities to teach the history of British influence and Indian independence. First. you receive an informational text and student questions set that details the history of British imperialism in India. Beginning with James I, students learn the "how and why" Great Britain became interested in India, the phrase "the sun ne
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8th - 11th
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American Revolution British Acts & Taxes
Why did the British enforce certain acts and taxes on the colonists? Why were the colonists frustrated with these policies? Students will research the causes and underlying reasons why the British passed certain taxes and acts on the colonists during the 1700s; Navigation Acts, Writs of Assistance, Proclamation of 1763, Sugar Act, Stamp Act, Quartering Act, Declaratory Act, Townshend Act, Committee of Correspondence, Tea Act, Intolerable Acts, First Continental CongressIncluded in this resourc
Grades:
6th - 8th
Also included in:Â American Revolution UNIT BUNDLE with BONUS Activities
Paul Revere's Midnight Ride Guided Notes Activity for Causes of Revolution
In this Paul Revere's Midnight Ride lesson, students engage in an image analysis regarding this famous ride and complete guided notes on the hour-by-hour breakdown of the famous ride. This lesson delves into the actual ride itself, focusing on what Paul Revere does along his adventure, where he stops, and where truth meets fiction. The included Prezi presentation follows -step by step - what Paul Revere did on this ride. Students will follow the included timeline and record essential details
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5th - 8th
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HISTORY MYSTERIES BUNDLE!
Grab a bargain - History Mystery lessons for less! (Over 20% off actually!)This bundle contains lessons to help your students deduce, infer and evaluate arguments and evidence. They are suitable for middle and high school and have been a great success in my and others' classrooms. I will be creating more of these types of lessons and adding them to this bundle as I go along and if you buy now, you will never pay more.Check out the links below for the individual resources, their details and t
Grades:
5th - 12th, Adult Education
American Revolution Battles
Why did colonists choose sides and why were the battles of the American Revolution important? Students will research the importance and significance of the battles of the Revolutionary War: Lexington and Concord, Fort Ticonderoga, Bunker Hill, Battle of Long Island, Trenton & Princeton, Saratoga, Camp at Valley Forge, YorktownIncluded in this resource:Title page Americans Divided reading passage with Patriots vs. Loyalists definitionsPatriots vs. Redcoats reading passageSides of the America
Grades:
6th - 9th
Also included in:Â American Revolution UNIT BUNDLE with BONUS Activities
Boston Tea Party Rap Song with Lyrics & Questions
Boston Tea Party - "Fight For Your Right to Tea Party!"Rap Song with Lyrics and QuestionsIncluded in this resourcePowerPoint presentation with lyrics and musicPDF version of slidesScaffolding Questions★★ This rap song activity can be used to supplement The Boston Tea Party lesson. Find it HERE!★★ To sing along with music, the tune to use is the Beastie Boys "Fight For Your Right to Party."★★ Looking for the digital, 1:1 version of this resource? Find it here!Boston Tea Party Rap Song with Lyric
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Boston Tea Party Lesson and Rap Song BUNDLE
MIDDLE AGES BUNDLE! - The Norman Conquest and King William in 1066!
This Medieval History Unit bundle contains 7 fully resourced lessons on the Norman conquest of England after the Battle of Hastings in 1066. They cover King William's efforts to control his new kingdom through the feudal system, castles, the Domesday book and violence. The unit contains detailed, animated PowerPoints, worksheets and graphic organisers as well as handouts for a fully stand alone unit. The lessons have been made for the English National Curriculum and as such have level descripto
Grades:
4th - 8th
American Revolution Bundle
This American Revolution Bundle includes the following products:American Revolution PresentationAmerican Revolution WorksheetCauses of the American Revolution PresentationCauses of the American Revolution WorksheetGeorge Washington PresentationGeorge Washington Guided Notes/WorksheetGeorge Washington WorksheetAlexander Hamilton WorksheetBenjamin Franklin WorksheetBoston Massacre WorksheetBoston Tea Party WorksheetLexington and Concord WorksheetDeclaration of Independence WorksheetValley Forge Wo
Grades:
6th - 8th
Balfour Declaration Primary Source Analysis + Impact of Balfour Declaration
In this Balfour Declaration primary source reading activity, you receive two activities to teach the impact and effect of this important document. First, students engage in a primary source analysis on the Declaration issued by British Foreign Secretary Arthur James Balfour to investigate the motive and intent. In step two, students complete a short video web quest assignment to learn the impact the Balfour Declaration had on the Middle East and the world today; students learn about the Nakba,
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7th - 10th
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Europe, Australia, Latin America, and Canada - 625 Document Based Questions!
Europe, Australia, Latin America, and Canada DBQs - 625 DBQs and 15 Different Topics!!
This resource includes 15 different teacher-created Common Core Document Based Question (DBQs) files for Latin America, Europe, Australia, and Canada that contain 625 questions that reference primary and secondary sources such as political cartoons, graphs, tables, pictures, and excerpts of informational texts. These document based questions are excellent supplements for helping students understand the applic
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6th - 8th
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The Great Plague Escape Room Activity
An Escape Room activity looking at the outbreak of the bubonic plague in London between 1664 and 1666, known as the Great Plague. Ideal for fifth grade or sixth grade, the activity is perfect for group work, team-building activities or for a fun, engaging and interactive lesson. The activity can be used in English class as it incorporates some ELA skills or in Social Studies.The activity has been split into four different tasks; your students will need to complete each of the tasks to reveal a w
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5th - 6th
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American Revolution British Acts and Taxes DISTANCE LEARNING
Why did the British enforce certain acts and taxes on the colonists? Why were the colonists frustrated with these policies? Students will research the causes and underlying reasons why the British passed certain taxes and acts on the colonists during the 1700s; Navigation Acts, Writs of Assistance, Proclamation of 1763, Sugar Act, Stamp Act, Quartering Act, Declaratory Act, Townshend Act, Committee of Correspondence, Tea Act, Intolerable Acts, First Continental CongressLooking for the printable,
Grades:
5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â American Revolution UNIT BUNDLE DISTANCE LEARNING
Boston Massacre
How did British and Colonial actions lead to Revolution? Students will research and analyze the causes and effects of the Boston Massacre, understand the meaning of propaganda and how it is spread and review the historical role of Paul Revere in this engaging lesson and activity!Included in this resource:• Title page • Propaganda do now question and discussion definition• "The Bloody Massacre" engraving with analysis questions• "What really happened that day?" reading passage with scaffolding q
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in:Â American Revolution UNIT BUNDLE with BONUS Activities
The Vikings History Card Sorting Activity - PDF and Digital
Dive deep into this no prep Card Sorting Activity, designed specifically for middle and high school history educators. This Medieval England interactive resource offers a hands-on approach to learning, perfect for facilitating meaningful discussions and deep understanding among students.Purchase Includes:- Card topics included; Leif Erikson, Harald Hardrada, Ragnar Lothbrok, Erik the Red, Viking Raids, Settlement of Iceland, Settlement of Greenland, Norman Conquest, Viking Ships, Viking Religio
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5th - 12th
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The Crusades History Card Sorting Activity - PDF and Digital
Dive deep into this no prep Card Sorting Activity, designed specifically for middle and high school history educators. This The Crusades interactive resource offers a hands-on approach to learning, perfect for facilitating meaningful discussions and deep understanding among students.Purchase Includes:- Card topics included; First Crusade, Second Crusade, Third Crusade, Fourth Crusade, Children's Crusade, Saladin, Richard the Lionheart, Siege of Jerusalem, Battle of Hattin, Knights Templar, Teu
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5th - 12th
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Medieval England History Card Sorting Activity - PDF and Digital
Dive deep into this no prep Card Sorting Activity, designed specifically for middle and high school history educators. This Medieval England interactive resource offers a hands-on approach to learning, perfect for facilitating meaningful discussions and deep understanding among students.Purchase Includes:- Card topics included; William the Conqueror, Henry II, Eleanor of Aquitaine, Richard the Lionheart, King John, Magna Carta, The Black Death, The Hundred Years' War, The Wars of the Roses, Pea
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5th - 12th
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Medieval Europe History Card Sorting Activity - PDF and Digital
Dive deep into this no prep Card Sorting Activity, designed specifically for middle and high school history educators. This Medieval Europe interactive resource offers a hands-on approach to learning, perfect for facilitating meaningful discussions and deep understanding among students.Purchase Includes:- Card topics included; Charlemagne, William the Conqueror, Joan of Arc, Thomas Aquinas, Black Death, Feudalism, Crusades, Hundred Years' War, Magna Carta, Scholasticism, Gothic Architecture, Gu
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5th - 12th
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War of the Roses Escape Room Activity
A War of the Roses Escape Room activity. Ideal for fifth grade or sixth grade, the activity is perfect for group work, starting a new topic about the Middle Ages or British history, team-building activities or for a fun, engaging and interactive lesson. The activity can be used in English class as it incorporates some ELA skills or in Social Studies.The activity has been split into four different tasks; your students will need to complete each of the tasks to reveal a word. Together the four wor
Grades:
5th - 6th
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Imperialism DBQ | Lesson Plan | British Empire | Era of Imperialism | Scramble
In this lesson students develop their DBQ writing skills while learning about British Imperialism. In this lesson students will investigate how the British Empire was able to conquer 1/3 of the world's population. They will do this by working on evidence based writing and citing curated resources. What's Included?3 Page Google Doc Worksheet3 page interactive notepad worksheet (same worksheet different format) Lesson Outline: Warmup - Direct students to complete the questions at the top of page o
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8th - 11th
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Also included in:Â Imperialism Full Unit | Google Drive | Lesson Plan | Scramble for Africa
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