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British history Common Core RI.8.2 resources
Magna Carta Reading Worksheet Activity for Middle Ages & Medieval Europe
This is a simple reading and worksheet on England's Magna Carta. It includes details on King John, England's barons, and why the Magna Carta was signed.After the reading, students complete a 1 page set of Common Core-aligned reading questions to help gauge their understanding of the reading. An answer key for this is included for your convenience.This download also includes both printable and Google Docs versions of the activity! If you're in a paperless classroom or just want to integrate more
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6th - 10th
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The Battle of Yorktown: American Revolution: Reading Passages + Activities
In this lesson students will learn about the Battle of Yorktown, the last major battle of the American Revolution and the eventual surrender of Cornwallis to Washington. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, graphic organizers, maps, readings and comprehension questions for students to complete.--> Want all of my American Revolution lessons in one BIG money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!!Battles of the American RevolutionThe Battle of Saratog
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7th - 12th
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Shakespeare Scavenger Hunt: Introduction to the Author Activity
This Scavenger Hunt serves as an excellent introduction to the life and times of William Shakespeare. It encourages active learning as students must use what resources they have to discover answers to the 21 important questions about the man, the myth, the legend himself. Resource can be used to introduce a unit on any of Shakespeare's plays as it is designed to provide a full picture of both Shakespeare and his life and times.This product contains:21 questions about the life and times of Willi
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6th - 12th
Elizabethan England Differentiated Mini-Unit
This is a differentiated mini-unit on Elizabethan England to prepare students for studying Shakespeare's works! It can be used as an introduction to any of Shakespeare's plays. It begins with a day of research into Shakespeare's life and times, then asks students to create a group collage on their topic and ultimately perform a presentation of their findings.Included in this product:- Rationale for Project- English Language Arts Frameworks- 4 Meticulously Explained Lesson Plans- Extensive explan
Grades:
7th - 11th
Also included in: Shakespeare Resource Bundle
Introduction to Shakespeare Lesson Plan, Power Point & Scavenger Hunt
**Now with newly added material!**This resource features all of the materials you need to conduct the perfect introduction to William Shakespeare. Shakespeare can be undeniably intimidating, particularly if your students have never had experience with reading his work before, so this lesson aims to engage and show that the greatest writer of all time was actually a pretty cool guy. The powerpoint offers a brief glimpse into the life and times of William Shakespeare and takes about 30 minutes to
Grades:
7th - 10th
Also included in: Shakespeare Resource Bundle
Paul Revere & the Midnight Ride: The American Revolution: Reading Passages
In this lesson students will learn about Paul Revere and the Midnight Ride (along with William Dawes and Samuel Prescott), and how they warned the Patriots that the British were coming and the first shots of the American Revolution would soon be fired. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, maps, illustrations, graphic organizers and comprehension questions for students to complete. Also included is Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem and comprehension questions to go along wit
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7th - 12th
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UK Politics & Parliament - Middle School Unit
UK Politics & Parliament Middle School UnitThis UK Politics & Parliament unit could be taught as a serious of 1 Hour+ Lessons or during tutor time over a term as part of your schools personal development offer.**Contents = 1 UK Politics & Parliament Unit **7 Lesson Packs (See below for Contents)7 Homework Extensions1 Quiz1 Project+ Some Work Sheets + Some Assessment Sheets Bonus File - Student Work Booklet Lesson Topics01 - Why is Politics Important02 - How is our Country Run03 - The
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7th - 10th
The Thirteen Colonies: An Introduction to American History: Reading Passages
In this lesson students will read an overview of the Thirteen Colonies, focusing on the New England, Middle and Southern Colonies, which gives a general synopsis of what life was like in each region. Students will also learn about what good and products each region thrived in producing. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, graphic organizers, maps, readings and comprehension questions for students to complete.Check out all my other Thirteen Colonies products
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7th - 12th
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Exploring British Values - High School Unit
Exploring British Values + Human Rights High School UnitThis Exploring British Values unit could be taught as a serious of 1 Hour+ Lessons or during tutor time over a term as part of your schools personal development offer.**Contents = 1 Exploring Values Unit **7 Lesson Packs (See below for Contents)7 Homework Extensions1 Quiz1 Project+ Some Work Sheets + Some Assessment Sheets Bonus File - Student Work Booklet Lesson Topics01 - Critical Thinking & Fake News02 - Hate Crime 03 - Values and
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8th - 11th, Higher Education
Washington at Delaware, Valley Forge & Battle of Trenton - American Revolution
In this lesson students will learn about George Washington's surprise attack on the Hessians by crossing the Delaware River and the subsequent Battle of Trenton, which was a small but vital battle in the fight for independence, and was a turning point of the American Revolution. Students will also learn about the winter at Valley Forge, in which Washington and his troops weathered through a brutal winter. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, readings and comp
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7th - 12th
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George Washington: First President & Effects of the American Revolution: Reading
In this lesson, students will read about George Washington and his election as the first President of the United States. Students will also learn about the immediate effects of the American Revolution, including how many loyalist colonists felt and reacted. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, readings and comprehension questions for students to complete.--> Want all of my American Revolution lessons in one BIG money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK
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7th - 12th
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The Battle of Saratoga & Loyalist Response to the American Revolution: Reading
In this lesson students will learn about the Battle of Saratoga, which was the battle that convinced the French that the Patriots were capable of winning the war, and the subsequent help and troops they sent as a result. Students will also learn about how loyalists reacted to their fellow colonists' fight for independence, during and after the American Revolution. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, maps, readings and comprehension questions for students to
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7th - 12th
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The French & Indian War & The Beginnings of the American Revolution: Reading
In this lesson students will learn about the French and Indian War, and how the finances spent by the English led to heavy taxes on the 13 colonies and eventually, the American Revolution. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, graphic organizers and comprehension questions for students to complete.More products related to ColonialismThe French & Indian War & The Beginnings of the American Revolution: ReadingColonial Geography: Age of Exploration: Readi
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6th - 11th
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The Boston Tea Party & The Beginnings of the American Revolution: Reading
In this lesson students will learn about The Boston Massacre and The Boston Tea Party, and how these two events helped bring about the beginnings of the American Revolution. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, graphic organizers and comprehension questions for students to complete.--> Want all of my American Revolution lessons in one BIG money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!!Battles of the American RevolutionThe Battle of Saratoga and Loyali
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7th - 12th
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The Declaration of Independence: The American Revolution: Reading Passages
In this lesson students will read about the signing of the Declaration of Independence and how it sent a direct message to King George that the Patriots were prepared to fight for their freedom.Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, graphic organizers and comprehension questions for students to complete.--> Want all of my American Revolution lessons in one BIG money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!!Battles of the American RevolutionThe Battle of
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7th - 12th
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Magna Carta Critical Reading
This worksheet covers the 4 most relevant selections of the Magna Carta as they correlate with the writing of the U.S. Declaration of Independence and Constitution. Students are asked to...1. First, complete the Background Information reading. 2. Next, make a prediction about the document based on the Wordle. 3. Next, JIGSAW: Read the document with your group and summarize your portion. You will listen to others present their portions and take notes on this page. 4. Lastly, reflect on what you l
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7th - 9th
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Also included in: U.S. History Critical Reading Bundle! ELA/History
Current Economic Climate UK
6 fully resourced educational lesson packs focusing Current Economic Climate in the UK - what opportunities there are and what it means today in practice - from the school to the workplace, to wider society.✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰All lesson packs are complete with a detailed PowerPoint explaining each topic with url video links & questions and clear learning objectives. Everything is fully editable so you can adapt the content to suit your students in your school.Contents o
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7th - 10th
UK England Politics Bundle
7 fully resourced educational packs focusing onBritish politics and Monarchy and society - what this is and what it means today in practice - from the community to the workplace & across the country.✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰All 6 lesson packs are complete with a detailed PowerPoint explaining each topic with url links & questions and clear learning objectives. Everything is fully editable.Contents of this British politics bundle:Who is Rishi Sunak the new PM - LessonWho
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8th - 11th
Kings Coronation - Charles III - British Monarchy & History Middle School
Kings Coronation - Charles III Middle + High School Bundles of ResourcesContents of this Kings Coronation - Charles III bundle:Who is King Charles III 1 Hour+ Lesson Queen Elizabeth II a legacy 1 Hour + Lesson Coronation of Kings and Queens Team Building Escape Room King Charles III Team Building Escape Room ✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰Each 1 Hour+ Lesson Pack Contains: 1 Fully Editable PowerPoint (Learning Outcomes, Confidence Checkers, Assessment of Learning, Variety of Tasks, Vid
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8th - 11th
Vikings History Middle School
Vikings - History Middle School Bundles of ResourcesContents of this Vikings bundle:Vikings Set of 24 Task cards Vikings Team Building Escape RoomVikings Revision Quiz ✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰How can you use the Revision Quiz? 10 different rounds:Round 1 – Identify Picture RoundRound 2 – Discover the TruthRound 3 - Finding & Searching the TermsRound 4 – Matching RoundRound 5 – Linking UpRound 6 – Multiple ChoiceRound 7 - Finding the ConnectionsRound 8 - Educational AnagramsR
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7th - 10th
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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English Bill of Rights (1689) Critical Reading
This political document critical reading is a great exercise for any history or politics unit. It can be used as an in-class activity that gives way to a discussion and/or exploration of U.S. History during the time of the colonies and Revolutionary War, as this document inspired the writers of our revolutionary documents. Interactive, Colorful, and Engaging!Students are asked to:1. First, complete the Background Information reading. 2. Next, make a prediction about the document based on the Wor
Grades:
8th - 12th
Also included in: U.S. History Critical Reading Bundle! ELA/History
INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION: INVENTIONS POWERPOINT
This 18 slide PowerPoint examines some of the key inventions that brought about revoluntionary change impacting on our modern world today. Use this presentation to challenge students to think about the impact of changes in inventions and innovations. Follow the interactive links to consolidate information about various inventions.Questions follow the end of the presentation.
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7th - 12th
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Government Structure Comparison
This assignment was created to engage students who have learned about the U.S. Constitution. Students will read a case study and be given to help a new country decide between the American and British systems of Government. The final writing task includes an IB aligned rubric and allows students to use their research and knowledge of the American system of government to answer a debatable question. This includes a scenario and task direction, a template for the Government Comparison Report, and a
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8th - 12th
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