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Social studies graphic organizers for staff
Reading History & Social Studies Graphic Organizers 6-12
Common Core Reading History and Social Studies Graphic Organizers for Grades 6-12 *Newly Updated* Now includes a DIGITAL Google Slides version for distance learning!This IS included in the following bundles: • Common Core Bundle for Grades 6, 7, 8• Common Core Bundle for Grades 9-12Do you need to implement the Common Core Standards into your curriculum? These graphic organizers are written for each individual standard for Reading in History and Social Studies (RH) grades 6-8, 9-10, and 11-12. Th
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Also included in: All of my Reading Resources (Fiction / Nonfiction) Growing Bundle
Hispanic Heritage Month- Sonia Sotomayor - Worksheets and Readings - Bilingual
This set of worksheets and reading comprehension are related to the Hispanic Heritage Month with a special version of Sonia Sotomayor. In this set, you will find the following activities:1. A reading text (short biography) of the leader.2. Reading comprehension questions sheet.3. Write facts sheet.4. A bubble map to write words related to the leader.5. A KWL chart.6. Facts square chart.7. An interactive activity.8. A Venn diagram to compare and contrast with another Hispanic leader.9. A poster o
Grades:
1st - 5th, Staff
Also included in: Hispanic Heritage Month - Bundle 3 - Worksheets and Readings (Bilingual)
English Reading Lit & NonFiction Graphic Organizers Bundle {Grades 6-12}
This is a bundle of my Common Core Standards Graphic Organizers for ELA Reading Literature and Informational Texts BUNDLE for Grades 6-12 *UPDATED Aug. 2014: Now contains over 175 organizers! Perfect for Reader's Notebooks.*Do you need to implement the Common Core Standards into your curriculum? These graphic organizers are written for each individual anchor standard for Reading Literature and Reading Informational (for non-fiction), and will work for any piece of literature or non-fiction: shor
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Doodle-It Notes : Templates : Note Taking Organizer : Any Subject
Doodle-It notes are all the rage for any subject. There are lots of doodle style notes available for specific subjects and topics, but these are blank templates that can be incorporated into any subject and used with any topic. They have a fun doodle theme, which is so much more motivating than a piece of notebook paper or plain white copy paper. ** CLICK HERE for more fun doodle style notes.According to an article in the Wall Street Journal, "Doodling can help people stay focused, grasp new co
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4th - 7th, Staff
The 1920s: The Red Scare, Palmer Raids, Nativism, Quotas, Sacco & Vanzetti & KKK
This is a CCLS aligned lesson that teaches students about important events in the 1920s including the Red Scare caused by fears of Communism, the Palmer Raids, Nativism, Immigration Quota Laws, the Sacco & Vanzetti Trial, the Resurgence of the KKK, and the Sedition Act. This lesson includes informational texts, guided reading comprehension questions, and higher order critical thinking activities with graphic organizers. A teacher information sheet is also included.This lesson is great for in
Grades:
7th - 12th, Staff
Also included in: U.S. History Mega Bundle: Over 100 American History Lessons
Hispanic Heritage Month- Lionel Messi -Worksheets and Readings-Dual
This set of worksheets and reading comprehension are related to the Hispanic Heritage Month with a special version of Lionel Messi. In this set, you will find the following activities:1. A reading text (short biography) of the leader.2. Reading comprehension questions sheet.3. Write facts sheet.4. A bubble map to write words related to the leader.5. A KWL chart.6. Facts square chart.7. An interactive activity.8. A Venn diagram to compare and contrast with another Hispanic leader.9. A poster of t
Grades:
1st - 5th, Staff
Also included in: Hispanic Heritage Month - Bundle 3 - Worksheets and Readings (Bilingual)
Hispanic Heritage Month - Roberto Clemente - Worksheets and Readings (Bilingual)
This set of worksheets and reading comprehension are related to the Hispanic Heritage Month with a special version of Roberto Clemente. In this set, you will find the following activities:1. A reading text (short biography) of the leader.2. Reading comprehension questions sheet.3. Write facts sheet.4. A bubble map to write words related to the leader.5. A KWL chart.6. Facts square chart.7. An interactive activity.8. A Venn diagram to compare and contrast with another Hispanic leader.9. A poster
Grades:
1st - 5th, Staff
Also included in: Hispanic Heritage Month - Bundle 2 - Worksheets and Readings (Bilingual)
Doodle-It Notes: Templates : "Notes with Quotes" Organizers
Doodle-It notes are all the rage for any subject. There are lots of doodle style notes available for specific subjects and topics, but these are blank templates that can be incorporated into any subject and used with any topic. They have a fun doodle theme, which is so much more motivating than a piece of notebook paper or plain white copy paper. In addition, each doodle-it note template has a fun saying, quote, or a positive word. This can be a fun discussion starter. A few of the quotes or s
Grades:
5th - 9th, Staff
The 1950's: The Second Red Scare, Communism, McCarthyism and HUAC
This is a CCLS aligned lesson that teaches students about the Second Red Scare, Joseph McCarthy, HUAC and McCarthyism during the 1950's. This resource includes informational text, reading comprehension questions (in a graphic organizer), multiple-choice assessments questions, political cartoon analysis and a higher order critical thinking activity. Great for in class or remote (distance) leaning.
Grades:
7th - 12th, Staff
Colonial Grievances and the Declaration of Independence/Bill of Rights
Students can use this to summarize information as they identify colonial grievances listed in the Declaration of Independence and explain how those grievances were addressed in the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights.
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Mock Trial Graphic Organizers
USE THIS PRODUCT WITH ANY MOCK TRIAL!This is a collection of graphic organizers and scripts that can be used with any mock trial, civil or criminal. Each item below includes scaffolded support in order to help students understand the main roles in a mock trial. In addition, there is a witness organizer and a court reporter organizer to engage those students who do not have a direct role in the trial. Included are the following resources to help students prepare, participate in, and reflect on cr
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Federal Income Tax Visualization Activity | 2023 Filing Year | +Future Updates
Do your students struggle to understand how income tax brackets work? Or maybe, like me, you are looking for something a bit more hands-on that they can see and manipulate to demonstrate how a marginal taxation system operates. Introducing this activity really increased my students' understanding of the progressive tax system as well as their engagement throughout the whole tax unit.In this activity, students are going to calculate federal income tax using the rates for 2023 filing year. You can
Grades:
9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Also included in: Understanding and Calculating Income Tax BUNDLE
Social Skills & Executive Function Reflection & Goal Setting Activities BUNDLE
This BUNDLE is designed for students who struggle with social skills and have difficulty using inner dialogue to monitor and handle social interactions. Save $$ by buying the BUNDLE : )
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Grades:
4th - 12th, Staff
Hispanic Heritage Month - LIN MANUEL MIRANDA - Worksheets and Readings (Dual)
This set of worksheets and reading comprehension are related to the Hispanic Heritage Month with a special version of LIN MANUEL MIRANDA. In this set, you will find the following activities:1. A reading text (short biography) of the leader.2. Reading comprehension questions sheet.3. Write facts sheet.4. A bubble map to write words related to the leader.5. A KWL chart.6. Facts square chart.7. An interactive activity.8. A Venn diagram to compare and contrast with another Hispanic leader.9. A poste
Grades:
1st - 5th, Staff
espn 30 for 30 Survive and Advance
ESPN 30 for 30 Survive and Advance Link included In 1983, the NC State Wolfpack, coached by Jim Valvano, stayed alive in the postseason by winning nine do-or-die games in a row -- seven of which they were losing in the final minute -- beating the likes of Michael Jordan and three-time National Player of the Year Ralph Sampson. The unlikely squad made it to the national championship game against No. 1 Houston, aka Phi Slama Jama, a team featuring future NBA Top 50 all-time players Hakeem Olajuwo
Grades:
3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Georgia Social Studies 7th Grade Standard Maps
CHECK OUT THIS SUPER MONEY SAVER COMBO PACKhttp://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Combo-Pack-Georgia-Social-Studies-6th-and-7th-Grade-Standard-Maps-692718This is a series of maps (answer keys and class presentation question pages) in PowerPoint format. The maps are specific to:Georgia StandardsSixth 7th GradeSocial StudiesPhysical FeaturesPolitical FeaturesAfrica, Southwest Asia (Middle East), Southern and Eastern AsiaThis will help teach the features and quiz whole class about the features
Grades:
5th - 8th, Staff
Global - Study Guide - Units 1-10/20 - 10th grade
This packet covers all of the essential vocabulary words and higher-thinking concepts from the first semester of the New York State 10th grade Global (World) History curriculum. It is 100% Regents-aligned.It is a 10-page graphic organizer with visuals, graphs, maps, questions and vocal words that have all appeared on past New York State Regents Exams. It is guaranteed to ensure dramatic success on my corresponding Regents quizzes for Units 1-10.Units covered in this packet are Unit 1 (The Scient
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Grades:
9th - 12th, Staff
Korean & Vietnam War Compare and Contrast Graphic Organizer
Students will compare and contrast the Korean & Vietnam Wars
Grades:
7th - 12th, Staff
Georgia Social Studies 6th Grade Standard Maps
CHECK OUT THIS SUPER MONEY SAVER COMBO PACKhttp://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Combo-Pack-Georgia-Social-Studies-6th-and-7th-Grade-Standard-Maps-692718This is a series of maps (answer keys and class presentation question pages) in PowerPoint format. The maps are specific to:Georgia StandardsSixth 6th GradeSocial StudiesPhysical FeaturesPolitical FeaturesEurope, Latin America, Canada, and AustraliaThis will help teach the features and quiz whole class about the features. This is GOOD stu
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5th - 8th, Staff
HIP HOP: The History of Hip Hop Music and Culture in the U.S.
This is a CCLS aligned lesson that teaches students about the history and importance of Hip Hop culture and music in the U.S.. This lesson also asks students to evaluate whether or not Hip Hop History should be taught in schools. This lesson includes informational texts, guided reading questions, an article activity, higher-order critical thinking questions, short-response questions and a project-based learning (PBL) activity. Great for in class or distance learning!
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Grades:
7th - 12th, Staff
Hispanic Heritage Month - IRMA RANGEL - Worksheets and Readings (Bilingual)
This set of worksheets and reading comprehension are related to the Hispanic Heritage Month with a special version of IRMA RANGEL. In this set, you will find the following activities:1. A reading text (short biography) of the leader.2. Reading comprehension questions sheet.3. Write facts sheet.4. A bubble map to write words related to the leader.5. A KWL chart.6. Facts square chart.7. An interactive activity.8. A Venn diagram to compare and contrast with another Hispanic leader.9. A poster of th
Grades:
1st - 5th, Staff
President Jimmy Carter: Camp David Accords, Oil Embargo & Iranian Hostage Crisis
This is a CCLS aligned lesson that teachers students about President Jimmy Carter and some of his domestic and foreign policies including the Camp David Accords, US Oil Embargo & Iranian Hostage Crisis. This lesson includes informational texts, guided reading comprehension questions, graphic organizers, vocabulary support and higher order critical thinking activities.This is great for in class or remote (distance) learning.
Grades:
8th - 12th, Staff
Also included in: U.S. History Mega Bundle: Over 100 American History Lessons
Rhetorical Analysis SPACECAT graphic organizer for 3-minute Ted Talks
**This resource is also available in the Rhetorical Analysis Unit Bundle!This resource helps students think through all aspects of rhetorical analysis using the SPACECAT acronym (similar to SOAPSTone - below). I've linked in 4 different 3-minute Ted Talks, so that students can apply their knowledge of SPACECAT and analyze in short sprints. Students love the length of the Ted Talks as an easy entry to speech analysis. The chart helps students organize their analysis with questions to prompt their
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Unsolved Mysteries: The Lost Colony of Roanoke
This is a CCLS aligned lesson that teaches students about the Roanoke Colony. This lesson includes informational text, reading comprehension questions with activity, primary source documents with questions and a fun historical writing activity.This lesson is great for in class or remote (distance) learning.
Grades:
7th - 12th, Staff
Also included in: U.S. History Mega Bundle: Over 100 American History Lessons
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- Evaluate information, analyze evidence, and make informed judgments about complex social, economic, and political issues
- Become active, responsible, and engaged citizens
- Comprehend global issues such as human rights, environmental sustainability, and economic disparities
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