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Common Core RH.6-8.5 dbqs
Christopher Columbus DBQ Inquiry Investigation for American World History
In this engaging and focused Christopher Columbus activity, students take on the role of investigators as they learn about the two sides of Christopher Columbus (similar to a Columbus Hero or Villian activity). ☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a huge discount) when you purchase my Renaissance activities unit located here bundle!Students examine a variety of primary and secondary sources on Christopher Columbus' exploration, how he was viewed by his sailors, the positives and negatives of the
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6th - 9th
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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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Fall of Rome: A Student Investigation! Explore 7 Documents For Why Rome Fell!
In this Fall of Rome DBQ student resource Investigation, students explore 7 short documents (5 text, 1 chart, 1 map), to ultimately answer the question: "Why exactly did the Roman Empire fall?" Students analyze 7 documents and complete a bubble-map organizer before completing a "snowball effect" organizer to link the reasons for Rome's decline!☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a huge discount) when you purchase my Ancient Rome activities unit or my Middle Ages activities unit!Students will b
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5th - 8th
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Martin Luther Tweets His 95 Theses! The Protestant Reformation & Modern Day!
Martin Luther Tweets His 95 Theses! The Protestant Reformation & Modern Day!This highly-engaging Martin Luther activity presents a fun way to interact with primary sources at the start of the Reformation! Students analyze 6 of Martin Luther's 95 theses that were nailed to the Castle Church in Wittenberg, Germany in 1517!☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a huge discount) when you purchase my Renaissance activities unit located here bundle!Students analyze 6 of Martin Luther's 95 Theses, t
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5th - 8th
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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
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5th - 8th
Treaty of Versailles and Ending of World War 1 | Student Fact-Checking Activity
In this engaging primary source analysis activity on the Treaty of Versailles that ended World War I, students fact-check a variety of statements about the terms issued down in the Treaty of Versailles to end World War One (known as the war to end all wars)!Students can work individually, in groups, or complete as a homework assignment to tackle this assignment! Students verify statements, then find the proof to back their statements! A Google 1:1 compatible version is included in this product
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6th - 10th
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Reign of Terror in the French Revolution CSI Inquiry Activity
Reign of Terror CSI Investigation | French Revolution | Distance Learning ReadyIn this engaging and authentic CSI activity, students investigate the Reign of Terror, the role of Maximilien Robespierre and the Jacobins, and its impact on the French Revolution, all while trying to gather evidence toward the overarching question, "Why did Robespierre launch the Reign of Terror?" In this student investigation on the Reign of Terror, students uncover the origins and motivations of the radical moveme
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7th - 10th
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The Scramble for Africa - Causes and Effects
The Scramble for Africa – Causes and Effects of European Imperialism in Africa The main goal of this lesson is to have students describe and make connections between the causes and effects of European Imperialism in AfricaYou get a 16 Slide Power Point with:Do Now Instructions (Worksheet included)Info ChartInformational Graphics/MapVideo LinksAssessment QuestionsActivity InstructionsConclusion QuestionThere are 3 Activity Options that use 3 different resourcesResource 1 – Information Chart on Ca
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6th - 11th
Also included in:Â African History Unit Bundle
Julius Caesar Ancient Rome Activity CSI Mystery of History Analysis
Your students will try to crack the mystery of Julius Caesar's assassination with this engaging investigation activity for lessons about ancient Rome, the transition from Roman Republic to Empire, and ancient civilizations! Students will learn about the rise of Julius Caesar and his early demise, one of history's most significant events, through a crime scene investigation case file activity that encourages historical thinking and makes social studies fun!A visually engaging case file with compr
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Rome Activity CSI Mystery Bundle | Roman Empire Pompeii Caesar
Fall of Rome Ancient Roman Empire Activity CSI Mystery of History Analysis
What caused the fall of the Roman Empire? Your students will explore leading theories, maps, and primary sources with this engaging investigation activity for lessons about ancient Rome! Students will learn about the division of the Roman Empire, its decline, and ultimate fall through a crime scene investigation case file activity that encourages historical thinking and makes social studies fun!A visually engaging case file with comprehensive background readings on the rise of Rome, the transiti
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Rome Activity CSI Mystery Bundle | Roman Empire Pompeii Caesar
Pompeii Destruction Ancient Rome Activity CSI Mystery of History Analysis
Make learning about the destruction of the Roman city of Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius engaging and educational with this investigation activity! Your students will learn about the disaster of Pompeii through a crime scene investigation case file activity that encourages historical and creative thinking, and incorporates primary source testimony from Pliny the Younger. Perfect for lessons on ancient civilizations and world history, this resource makes Ancient Rome come to life!A visually engaging cas
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6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Rome Activity CSI Mystery Bundle | Roman Empire Pompeii Caesar
The Punic Wars and The Expansion of Rome
The Punic Wars and the Expansion of Rome - Lessons and Activities:The main objective of this lesson is for students to describe the causes, strategies used, and results of the Punic Wars.Includes 17 slide PowerPoint with:Do NowClass NotesDiagramVideo LinksAssessment QuestionsActivity InstructionsConclusion QuestionThere are 4 different combinations/options for the Activity.Activity Option 1 – Students use the Reading: The Punic Wars: Rome vs. Carthage (700 words) and complete and worksheet with
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6th - 11th
Also included in:Â Ancient Rome Unit Bundle
Titanic Disaster Activity CSI Mystery of History Analysis
Teaching the Titanic? Your students will explore primary sources, non-fiction text, and leading theories about the Titanic disaster with this engaging crime scene investigation activity that encourages historical thinking!A visually engaging case file is provided with comprehensive background readings on the Titanic and its construction, passengers, discovery, and impact. Leading theories about the cause of the disaster are provided. Student detectives will encounter non-fiction background infor
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5th - 10th
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Vietnam War Stations Primary Source Activity | Dien Bien Phu to Gulf of Tonkin
In this highly-engaging Vietnam War stations resource, students investigate 13 different primary sources to understand the escalation of the Vietnam War from Dien Bien Phu in 1954 until the Gulf of Tonkin incident in 1964. This lesson on the Vietnam War is included in two bundles to save you money -- my Vietnam War Resource Bundle andmy Cold War Bundle!Students use an included 4-page student guide that navigates them through 13 different sources on the escalation of American involvement in Viet
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8th - 11th
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Also included in:Â Vietnam War Activities Bundle | 6 Engaging Resources for Vietnam War
Causes and Effects of the Crusades DBQ Activity
Causes and Effects of the Crusades: DBQ Activity – Instructions:The main goal of this lesson is to have students analyze primary and secondary sources to determine various causes and impacts of the Crusades:This lesson has a total of 2 DBQ’s:DBQ 1 – Causes of the Crusades (5 documents)DBQ 2 – Impacts of the Crusades (5 Documents)In total, there are 7 potential activity options for this lesson! DBQ1 – Causes of the Crusades:Option 1 – Answer the analysis questions based on the documentsOption 2
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6th - 11th
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Also included in:Â The Middle Ages and Renaissance - Unit Bundle
Napoleon DBQ Investigation | What is Napoleon's Legacy? Inquiry Resource
Napoleon DBQ Investigation | What is Napoleon's Legacy? The Two Sides to NapoleonIn this engaging source analysis activity on Napoleon Bonaparte, students critique seven short sources to understand the true nature of this famous French emperor. Students keep track of evidence that classify Napoleon's actions as either a sinner or a saint, then consult their chart to make a claim regarding Napoleon's legacy. Enjoy this short and effective way to practice source analysis -- and engage with history
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7th - 10th
The Annexation of Hawaii Text, Worksheet, & Primary Source Activity for Hawaii!
In this Annexation of Hawaii worksheet and primary source resource, students learn about how United States imperialism stretched to the islands of Hawaii, how the Hawaiian Islands were annexed by the United States, and how Hawaii was ultimately added as the 50th state. Students understand the role of sugar and fruit planters in the establishment of a constitutional government with King Kalakaua, the overthrow of the monarchy under Queen Liliuokalani, the role of Hawaiian and pro-American plante
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7th - 10th
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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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Also included in:Â Westward Expansion Manifest Destiny Activity US History CSI Mystery Bundle
Trojan War Ancient Greece Activity Iliad Homer CSI Mystery of History Analysis
Did the Trojan War really happen? Was there truth behind Homer's Iliad? Your students will explore leading theories with this engaging investigation activity for lessons about Greece, the Iliad, and the ancient world! Students will learn about the Trojan War, Mycenean Greece, Homer, the Iliad, and more through a crime scene investigation case file activity that encourages historical thinking and makes social studies fun!A visually engaging case file with comprehensive background readings on the
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Greece Activity CSI Mystery Bundle | Alexander Atlantis Trojan War
Civil Rights Movement Ku Klux Klan CSI Inquiry Activity | Evers, Freedom Summer
In this Ku Klux Klan & the Civil Rights Movement student investigation, students learn of the Ku Klux Klan murders of Medgar Evers, the 16th Street Baptist Street Bombing, the Freedom Summer Murders of James Chaney, Michael Schwerner, Andrew Goodman, Viola Liuzzo, the assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr.This top-notch resource is included in the Civil Rights Movement Unit Bundle!In this investigation, students take on the role of investigators as they analyze five different high-profile
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6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â CSI US American History Inquiry Bundle | 10 Amazing Inquiry Activities
World History Reading Passages | 112 Differentiated World History Primary Source
World History Reading Passages and Differentiated World History Primary Source Bundle! 112 DIFFERENTIATED Primary Source Warmups in World History!In this highly-engaging and effective bundle, you receive differentiated primary source warmups, exit tickets, and enrichment activities for 11 different units of World History. Engage and enrich students with primary sources from Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, the Middle Ages, the Byzantine Empire, Medieval Japan, the Renaissance, the Age of Explorati
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5th - 9th
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Age of Exploration Reading Passages | Differentiated Exploration Primary Sources
Age of Exploration Reading Passages and Primary Sources: 5 DIFFERENTIATED Sources for Exploration and Age of Discovery!This primary source set is included in the World History Differentiated Primary Source Bundle, located here! Buy the bundle, enjoy 112 differentiated warmups, and save a bundle!----In this highly-engaging differentiated primary source set, you receive 5 primary source warmups and skill-building exercises to supplement any unit on the Age of Exploration or Age of Discovery! Each
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5th - 8th
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Edgar Allan Poe Activity CSI Mystery of Literary History Analysis
Explore Edgar Allan Poe's greatest mystery: his own death! Your students will explore primary sources, non-fiction text, and leading theories about Poe's early death with this engaging crime scene investigation activity that encourages original thinking!A visually engaging case file is provided with comprehensive background readings on Edgar Allan Poe's life and literary accomplishments, and the events and circumstances leading up to his death. Leading theories about Poe's death are provided. St
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5th - 10th
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Comparing Religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
Comparing Judaism, Christianity and IslamThe main goal of the lesson is to have students analyze primary and secondary source to understand the similarities and differences between Judaism, Christianity, and IslamYou get a 17 slide PPT file withDo NowInformational graphs, charts, and maps2 Video LinksThree assessment questionsActivity InstructionsConclusion QuestionsFor the Activity, students use an 8 document DBQ for 3 different activity options.Activity Option 1: DBQ - Students answer the comp
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6th - 11th
Also included in:Â Judaism, Christianity, and Islam Unit Bundle
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