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Info Reading Text - Weird History: 6 Mysterious Disappearances in US History

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An informational text article looking at 6 mysterious disappearances, from Amelia Earhart to Jimmy Hoffa and more. The information is from the History Channel's website, the questions are mine. A great supplement, fill in, or substitute teaching

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Forensics, Informational Text

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Info Reading Text - Jury Duty Bundle (no prep/sub plans)

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In this bundle you will receive 4 informational text articles related to Jury Duty. Each article includes questions and an answer key. Also included is a crossword puzzle and word search activity. The following titles are included in this

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Social Studies - History, Criminal Justice - Law, Informational Text

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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The History of Video Games Timeline Activity (no prep/sub plan)

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A simple timeline activity showing the history of video games. A great exercise for practice with timelines. Also a fun sub plan when paired with my other video game history articles! MS Word for easy editing. Included is a PDF version of the

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Social Studies - History, Computer Science - Technology

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5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

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Worksheets, Homework

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Info Reading Text - Ancient Japan Bundle (No Prep/Sub Plans)

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A bundle of 9 assignments about the ancient civilization of Japan its traditions, culture, leaders, and religions. See the preview slide for a complete listing.Supplemental Assignments:"10 Key Historical Topics" assignment that can be used as an

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Ancient History, Asian Studies, Informational Text

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Informational Text - American Revolution: Yorktown and Treaty of Paris (No Prep)

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A reading assignment about the last major battle of the war, Yorktown, and the treaty to end the war. A great way to introduce the subject. The reading comes from a really great website, ushistory.org, under their free textbook tab. The information

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Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Informational Text

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5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Internet Activities, Homework, Lesson

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Info Reading Text - September 11th Attacks (no prep)

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An informational text article and vocabulary activity about the 9/11 attacks. Topics covered in the article include; the attacks on the Twin Towers, the Pentagon, Flight 93, the war on terror, and death tolls. Includes a vocab definition and word

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Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Informational Text

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Internet Activities, Homework, Lesson

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Info Reading Text - State and Local Governments Bundle (No Prep Sub Plans)

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A bundle of 4 reading assignments about local and state governments, their responsibilities, citizen participation, how they are funded and their role in student education. Includes a crossword puzzle based on terms from the readings. A great way to

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Civics, Government, Informational Text

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Worksheets, Internet Activities, Homework

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Info Reading Text - Crime and Psychology: 8 Notorious Serial Killers in History

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Click here for "Author's Purpose" additional activityThis is an informational reading article about 8 of history's most notorious serial killers. Includes information on Harold Shipman, Belle Gunness, Ed Gein, John Wayne Gacy, Jeffrey Dahmer,

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Psychology, Criminal Justice - Law, Informational Text

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9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Worksheets, Homework, Lesson

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Info Reading Text - The Judicial Branch Bundle (No Prep/Sub Plans)

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A bundle of 8 assignments about the Judicial Branch of government, how the courts function and what their powers are. See the preview slide for a complete listing.Supplemental Assignments:"10 Key Historical Topics" assignment that can be used as an

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Government, Informational Text

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8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Worksheets, Homework, Lesson

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Info Read Text/Vocab - 10 Things about the Donner Party (no prep/sub plans)

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An informational text article and vocab activity about the unfortunate Donner Party. The information is from history.com, the questions are mine. A great supplement, fill in, or substitute teaching plan anytime! MS Word doc for easy editing.

Subjects:

Vocabulary, U.S. History, Informational Text

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Internet Activities, Homework, Lesson

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Info Reading Text - Freedom of Speech: Hate Speech (no prep/sub plans)

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This article summarizes the history of "hate speech" what it is, what it protects, what is not protected, and court cases that helped to define this. This is a great way to introduce or review this topic! Makes for a great substitute

Subjects:

Government, U.S. History, Criminal Justice - Law

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8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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The American Colonies and Slavery: Triangle Trade Map and Reading

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This activity examines the "triangular trade" between the American colonies, England and Africa. The reading focuses on slavery and why the trade routes were in a triangle. The map focuses on the goods that were traded between these locations.

Subjects:

U.S. History, Economics , Black History Month

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Worksheets, Homework, Lesson

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Info Reading Text - Ancient Japan: Feudal Japan (No Prep/Sub Plans)

By Vagi's Vault

A reading assignment about the history of ancient Japan during it's feudal years. A great way to introduce the subject. The reading comes from a really great website, ushistory.org, under their free textbook tab. The information presented is theirs,

Subjects:

Ancient History, Asian Studies, Informational Text

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Internet Activities, Homework, Lesson

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Informational Text - Ancient Rome: The Pax Romana (No Prep)

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A reading assignment about the great period of peace in Ancient Rome, the Pax Romana. A great way to introduce the subject. The reading comes from a really great website, ushistory.org, under their free textbook tab. The information presented is

Subjects:

Ancient History, European History, Informational Text

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5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Internet Activities, Homework, Lesson

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Info Read Text - The Louisiana Purchase and Thomas Jefferson (No prep/Sub Plans)

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A reading and question activity about the Louisiana Purchase. Reading looks at what how and why the purchase was made, and whether is was constitutional or not. Answer key is included. MS word doc for easy editing.

Subjects:

Government, U.S. History, Informational Text

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5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Worksheets, Homework

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Infor Reading Text - Crime: The War on Drugs (no prep/sub plans)

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Click here for "Author's Purpose" additional activityThis is an informational reading article about the "War on Drugs" in America. Great article for a health, social studies or government class. Also great for sub plans or extra credit!

Subjects:

U.S. History, Health, Informational Text

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Worksheets, Homework, Lesson

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Informational Reading Text - Ancient Africa Bundle (No Prep Sub Plans)

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A bundle of 8 assignments about the ancient civilizations of Africa, the culture, the leaders, and the rise and fall of these kingdoms. See the preview slide for a complete listing.Supplemental Assignments:"10 Key Historical Topics" assignment that

Subjects:

Ancient History, Informational Text, African History

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Worksheets, Homework, Lesson

$11.75

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Western Europe - Mapping Activity

By Vagi's Vault

Students will label two different maps of Western Europe. The first map has countries to label, the second has geographic features to label. Can be used as a homework, test review, or test! MS Word doc so you can edit the features to meet your

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, European History, World History

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Worksheets, Homework

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Info Text - The Foundations of Government: Creating the Constitution (Sub Plans)

By Vagi's Vault

A reading assignment about the founding of the US Constitution. A great way to introduce the subject. The reading comes from a really great website, ushistory.org, under their free textbook tab. The information presented is theirs, I made up the

Subjects:

Government, U.S. History, Informational Text

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Internet Activities, Homework, Lesson

$1.50

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Physical Education: The History and Rules of Sports Bundle!! Distance Learning

By Vagi's Vault

18 ARTICLES and 3 FOLLOW UP ACTIVITIES!!!A special bundle of sports rules and history articles from a variety of popular sports that are perfect for physical education classes or any subject, or for anyone looking to add some variety to

Subjects:

Physical Education, Informational Text, Coaching

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Worksheets, Homework, Lesson

$30.75

$20.00

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I have been teaching 7th and 8th grade social studies and US history since 1999.

MY TEACHING STYLE

Dramatic story telling with emphasis on student interaction during discussions, and follow up activities to solidify learning. I also use Layered Curriculum to engage all learners and interest levels.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

National Board Professional Teaching Standards - Social Studies

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Wayne State University

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English Language Arts, Spelling, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Fractions, Graphing, Other (Math), Science, Anatomy, Archaeology, Astronomy, Basic Principles, Biology, Earth Sciences, Environment, Physics, Other (Science), Social Studies, Ancient History, Civics, Elections - Voting, Government, Native Americans, U.S. History, European History, World History, Middle Ages, Arts & Music, Art History, Visual Arts, Graphic Arts, Other (Art), Music, Vocal Music, Other (Performing Arts), Physical Education, Computer Science, Special Education, Career and Technical Education, Health, Other (Specialty), Canadian History, Australian History, British History, Geography, Other (Social Studies), Other (ELA), Life Skills, Religion, For All Subjects, Literature, Business, Psychology, Economics , General Science, Cooking, Criminal Justice - Law, Forensics, Writing, Robotics, Asian Studies, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Thanksgiving, Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa, Poetry, Autumn, Halloween, The New Year, Valentine's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents' Day, Black History Month, St. Patrick's Day, Easter, Earth Day, For All Subjects, Informational Text, Vocational Education, Coaching, Test Preparation, End of Year, Engineering, Close Reading, Women's History Month, African History, Latino and Hispanic Studies