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Elementary Native Americans dbqs
Iroquois Confederacy, Great Law of Peace, & U.S. Constitution Influence Activity
In this Native American Iroquois Confederacy government activity, students investigate how the Iroquois Confederacy and the Great Law of Peace (Mohawk, Cayuga, Onondaga, Oneida, Seneca, and Tuscarora) influenced the Founding Fathers and the United States Constitution! Students examine a variety of primary sources as they come to understand how the United States framework for government is (in part) due to the government established under the "Great Law of Peace" that governed over the Iroquois C
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5th - 9th
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American West Gallery Walk (Transcontinental Railroad, Homestead Act, Dawes Act)
Students will learn about significant people and events in the American West (1862-1895). The gallery walk contains 12 documents and 33 questions. I have included an answer key. Please message me if you have any questions. *This is a great activity to get students out of their seats and moving! *Editable Word Document *Students will spend 3-5 minutes at each of the eight stations. *The activity does not require the use of a textbook or teacher preparation.American West Topics:Transcontinental Ra
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5th - 9th
Also included in: American History Gallery Walk Bundle (US History)
Native Americans Tribes Equity and Social Justice Resource
Native American Equity and Social Justice ResourceIn this resource supporting equality and equity for Native Americans, students better understand the culture of native people and debunk negative stereotypes by examining five current issues. Students examine why mascots of native people are offensive, the best way to properly address Native Americans, and, among others, how member status can change drastically based on one's tribal affiliation.This resource includes a paper in-class version and
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5th - 9th
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Causes of the French and Indian War DBQ - Printable and Google Ready!
What Was the Primary Cause of the French and Indian War?In this 10-page DBQ, students will analyze 6 sources and answer questions to help them come to their own conclusion about the causes of the French and Indian War. A step-by-step guide to teaching with DBQs (An additional 3 pages of content!) will help teachers who are new to this shift in social studies as well as provide a new spin on the process for those who are experienced! With this download, you will receive:a. Teacher's guide to DBQ
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4th - 10th
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Also included in: Early U.S. History DBQ Bundle (Set of 12 DBQs!)
John Smith and Powhatan Perspectives Activity
Looking for a way to teach students to consider different perspectives in order to understand history? This critical thinking activity is a great way for students to analyze primary source quotes in order to understand the changing relationship between the English settlers and the native peoples in Virginia.Students will:read background informationconsider and compare needs, wants, and goals of the English settlers and native peoplesread, compare, and analyze quotes from Captain John Smith and P
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4th - 5th
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Also included in: Virginia Studies Primary Source Activities Bundle
Lewis and Clark Louisiana Purchase Sacagawea Activity CSI Mystery of History
Explore the Lewis and Clark Expedition, the contributions of Sacagawea, and Thomas Jefferson's Louisiana Purchase with this engaging investigation activity! This activity is perfect for lessons on American history and westward expansion, and encourages inquiry and historical thinking!A visually engaging case file is provided with comprehensive background readings on the Lewis and Clark Expedition, the contributions of Sacagawea, and Thomas Jefferson's Louisiana Purchase. Student detectives will
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5th - 10th
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Andrew Jackson and the Cherokee DBQ Inquiry | What was their relationship like?
Andrew Jackson and the Cherokee DBQ | What was their relationship like?This Andrew Jackson and Cherokee lesson is included in the much larger Andrew Jackson Bundle, located here:Age of Jackson Bundle! 3 activities for Andrew Jackson! Engaging, Fun & Focused!----In this highly-engaging, primary source-based resource, students analyze the relationship between President Andrew Jackson and the Cherokee people prior to the Trail of Tears. Students are guided through 6 primary source documents wh
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5th - 8th
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Westward Expansion Manifest Destiny Activity US History CSI Mystery Bundle
Explore the California Gold Rush, Oregon Trail, and Lewis and Clark Expedition with this this bundle of investigation activities! Make learning about American westward expansion and the concept of Manifest Destiny fun and engaging. Your students will explore investigation case file activities with visuals and primary sources that encourage historical and creative thinking. Perfect for lessons on westward expansion, American history, and more, this resource bundle makes history come to life!This
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5th - 10th
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Iroquois Document Based Question DBQ Distance Learning
PRINT and DIGITAL copies includedAre you looking for more ways to get your students writing in Social Studies class? DBQ essays are the perfect answer. They expose students to primary and secondary sources. Each document has scaffold questions to help guide the students. These essays are a great way to end a unit of study since they ask students to pull evidence from the documents and incorporate their own knowledge too. This resource requires no prep on your end and already to just PRINT a
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5th - 8th
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Aztec Primary Source Worksheet/DBQ: Hernán Cortés Views Tenochtitlan
This worksheet allows students to use a primary source document to learn about the Aztec city of Tenochtitlan. Students will learn about the defenses, transportation system, and market places of Tenochtitlan. The worksheet allows students to read a short primary source written by Spanish Conquistador Hernán Cortés. The worksheet includes eight questions and has an answer key for the teacher. The reading is very engaging for students.Please check out my Native American lesson plans.Great Native A
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: World History Primary Source Worksheets Bundle (Ancient Times to 1800s)
Lewis & Clark Bundle (map activity, comics, PPT, primary sources, games, & more)
This download includes all four of the following items at a bundle discount. Each can be downloaded separately as well...1 - Lewis and Clark Informational PowerPoint giving an overview of the Core of Discovery on the expedition (36 slides)2 - Lewis and Clark Comic Strip Activity: fun, highly visual & engaging 25-slide PPTThis series of PowerPoint slides allows students to follow along and create a 10-box comic strip highlighting the Lewis and Clark Expedition. It covers everything from the
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3rd - 8th
American West DBQ (Westward Expansion)
Students will learn about the significant events in the American West. The DBQ contains primary source excerpts, pictures, and maps. The assignment does not require the use of a textbook. I have included an answer key. Please message me if you have any questions.*The assignment contains 10 documents and 33 questions. *The document can be uploaded to your website or Google Drive; however, please make sure it is password protected. Topics: Transcontinental Railroad (Map) Chinese immigrants buildin
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5th - 11th
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Westward Expansion and Native Americans Source Investigation
This resource includes a source based lesson on Native American tribes on the Great Plains and how they were impacted by westward expansion. The Google Form includes 7 sets of sources and a total of 15 questions. The sources include maps, pictures, timelines, graphs, and a video. The questions are multiple-choice and open response. Topics Covered: -Native American vs. American use of the Buffalo and the impact of westward expansion on this resource -Conflict on the Great Plains: battles between
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5th - 9th
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Westward Expansion Reading Passage Bundle - Entralling Primary Source Accounts
Looking to increase student learning and engagement while saving money and energy? This Westward Expansion Reading Passage Bundle is for you!
Each reading passage includes a corresponding response worksheet. Two reading passages examine major events and ideas of Westward Expansion - Westward Expansion Reading Passage and The Impact of Westward Expansion on American Indians. The other four reading passages are gripping primary source reading passages that will bring the subject to life for stu
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5th - 10th
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Age of Discovery/ Exploration DBQ
This resource contains 6 primary source documents that students will analyze related to the Age of Discovery/ Exploration in North America! Documents include excerpts from letters written famous European explorers such as Christopher Columbus, Francisco Pizarro, Hernan Cortes and more!Students will then compose an extended response utilizing the documents in which they evaluate the overall European attitude toward Native Americans. Document-Based Questions are great for inquiry-based learning,
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: American History DBQ Bundle
Aztec, Inca, Maya, Native Americans Unit - DBQs and Slideshows!
Now Google ready and printable! Perfect for virtual, hybrid, and in-person classes!**************************************************************************************************************Suggested for grades 4-8**Looking for a complete unit to teach Indigenous Civilizations of the Americas? This is it! My standards-based unit contains everything you need to guide your students to a deeper understanding of how the civilizations of early North and South America expanded and advanced before
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4th - 8th
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French and Indian War Activity 13 Colonies CSI Mystery of History Analysis
Learn about the causes of the French and Indian War, and its impacts on the road to the American Revolution with this engaging crime scene investigation activity that encourages critical thinking!A visually engaging case file is provided with comprehensive background readings on the history of the French and Indian War, Native American alliances and impacts, the Albany Plan of Union, and more. Students will learn about the differences in French and British colonial management, and their relation
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5th - 10th
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Aztec and Cortes Primary Source Analysis | How did Cortes deceive the Aztecs?
Aztec and Cortes Primary Source Analysis | How did Cortes deceive the Aztecs?The Aztec primary source resource is also included as part of the much larger Mesoamerica Unit Bundle here!In this primary source-based resource, students analyze two documents to understand how Cortes and the Spanish conquistadors used deception to take advantage of and conquer the Aztec tribe. This resource is a great tool to show the true nature of New World colonization as these types of interactions were common. St
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5th - 8th
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Document Based Question (DBQ) on Native Americans
This great DBQ asks students to describe the differences between the two Native American people groups that inhabited our country long ago: the lroquois and the Algonquian. It includes 5 documents and the questions are straight forward and would make a great beginner DBQ for 2nd or 3rd graders and would be a good review for 5th or 6th. This is designed much like many state social studies assessments.
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3rd - 6th
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Comparing Jamestown and Plymouth DBQ - Printable and Google Ready!
How Were the Colonies of Jamestown and Plymouth Similar and Different? In this 11-page DBQ, students will examine 8 sources before writing a response to this question. Students will learn about the origins, struggles, and successes of Jamestown and Plymouth colonies as they read through the sources, make connections, and draw conclusions. When they have finished their analyses, there is a graphic organizer to help students organize their thoughts and prepare to write a response to the question.
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: Early U.S. History DBQ Bundle (Set of 12 DBQs!)
Aztec and Mayan Primary Source Readings - Vocabulary, Imagery, Foreshadowing
This assignment gives students the opportunity to read a Mayan chant and an Aztec song that almost seem to predict the doom of their civilizations. Students will analyze the readings to determine theme, foreshadowing, mood, and word meanings.
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5th - 9th
Characteristics of a Civilization DBQ - Printable and Google Ready!
What Does it Mean to be Civilized? In this 9-page DBQ, students will examine 6 primary and secondary sources before writing a response to this question. As a bonus for this DBQ, I have included interactive notebook pieces to help students organize information about the characteristics of a civilization.Students will learn a little about early American civilizations and create a working definition of the term civilization. When they have finished their analyses, there is a graphic organizer to h
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: Early U.S. History DBQ Bundle (Set of 12 DBQs!)
Impact of Westward Expansion DBQ - Printable and Google Ready!
What Were the Effects of Westward Expansion? In this 7-page DBQ, students will examine 6 primary and secondary sources before writing a response to this question.Through a close examination of the sources, students will learn how Westward Expansion impacted indigenous populations as well as the environment. When they have finished their analyses, there is a graphic organizer to help students organize their thoughts and prepare to write a response to the question. A step-by-step guide to teaching
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4th - 10th
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Fur Trade and Early Settlement of North America DBQ - Printable and Google Ready
Why Was Cooperation Essential for the North American Fur Trade? In this 10-page DBQ, students will examine 7 sources before writing a response to this question!Students will learn about the early interactions among fur trappers and Native Americans in North America and how the fur trade led to further exploration and eventually colonization. When they have finished their analyses, there is a graphic organizer to help students organize their thoughts and prepare to write a response to the questio
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4th - 8th
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