143 results
Common Core RH.6-8.2 scaffolded notes
MLK Jr.'s Letter from a Birmingham Jail: Primary Source Analysis
*** Now includes audio links and time stamps!The Letter from Birmingham Jail is an open letter written on April 16, 1963, by Martin Luther King Jr. The letter defends the strategy of nonviolent resistance to racism. It says that people have a moral responsibility to break unjust laws and to take direct action rather than waiting potentially forever for justice to come through the courts. Responding to being referred to as an "outsider," King writes, "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice eve
Grades:
7th - 11th
Emancipation Proclamation Activity | Printable & Digital | Civil War Worksheets
Everything you need to teach Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation is included in this comprehensive Civil War lesson. Tier-three vocabulary support, guided questioning, summary writing, and an extension activity will ensure student understanding of the Emancipation Proclamation. Printable PDF and Google Drive versions are included. **This resource is part of the Civil War Activities Unit Bundle. It includes 8 engaging Civil War resources at a 30% discount price! Click here to preview all 8 print
Grades:
6th - 9th
Also included in: US History Primary Source Analysis BUNDLE | Printable & Digital
Ancient China Geography | Learn Geography of China and Evaluate Statements
This Ancient China Geography lesson provides an engaging view into China's geography, environment, and how the environment determined peoples' way of life in Ancient China. Students engage with this resource by completing a guided graphic organizer as they read stations and handouts about several of China's geographic features. Students complete a map to learn about SEVEN geographic features around China's landscape, learn how these features have impacted life, and verify and debunk several (14
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 8th
September 11 Terrorist Attacks PowerPoint Guided Notes Timeline for 9 11 Tragedy
In this September 11th, 2001 terrorist attack guided notes and PowerPoint resource, students learn about the attacks on New York City, Washington DC, and Somerset County, Pennsylvania, you receive a 25-slide PowerPoint presentation and a guided notes timeline activity to learn the major events (broken down by hour) of this infamous moment in American history. Images, text, and eight video clips are integrated seamlessly to teach students the tragedy of the 9/11 attacks. Students emerge understa
Grades:
6th - 9th
The Silk Road Reading Comprehension and Answer Key - Print & Digital
This Silk Road reading comprehension activity is perfect to use during your Ancient China Unit to cover all important aspects of the Silk Road! This resource includes a ready-to-print PDF and a Google Doc digital version for your convenience! Great for both in-person and distance learning! This resource is also available as a station activity.Students are provided with four pages of content reading on the following topics:1. What was the Silk Road?2. What was traded on the Silk Road?3. How did t
Grades:
5th - 7th
Industrial Revolution, Capitalism, Communism, & Socialism PowerPoint and Notes
In this Industrial Revolution, Capitalism and Communism PowerPoint and notes set, you receive a jam-packed 50-page PowerPoint presentation and 6 pages of guided notes for instruction on the Industrial Revolution, Capitalism, the rise of Communism, and Socialism. Students are instructed on the origins of the Industrial Revolution in England, the origins of textile production, the contributions of Jethro Tull and the seed drill, the impact of the Flying Shuttle, Spinning Jenny, Water Frame, Spinn
Grades:
8th - 12th
Boss Tweed and Political Machines Reading Comprehension and Document Analysis
This close reading comprehension activity reviews Boss Tweed, Political Machines, city corruption, bribes/kickbacks, etc. Following the page and a half reading comprehension, two documents follow for students to analyze. One document is a political cartoon and the other is a quote from a member of a political machine. An additional check for understanding worksheet is included - students match key terms, answer five true/false, and sequence five events from the reading - perfect to use as an Exi
Grades:
8th - 11th
Types:
3 Branches of Government & More Activities - Civics 101 Podcast Guided Notes
Strengthen your Civics and Government course with engaging Civics 101 podcast episodes and accompanying political cartoon and news analysis forms.This bundle of guided notes pairs with 20 Civics 101 podcast episodes that both concisely cover essential civics topicsprovide lasting insight into what they mean to today's Americaplus, bonus political cartoon & new analysis extension activitiesThis kit is the perfect alternative to lectures or textbook reading. Students can listen and learn at th
Subjects:
Grades:
7th - 12th
Types:
The Alien and Sedition Acts 1798: Primary Source Analysis
In this activity, students are provided with a brief overview of the Alien and Sedition Acts. The students are then given small excerpts of the Alien and Sedition Acts with focus questions. Lastly, students are asked to explain why these acts would be controversial or promote protest - essentially, students are doing the work of historians! This is a great way to bring primary sources into your classroom! This activity is Common-Core Aligned. Ready to print and use! Enjoy!You might also be inter
Subjects:
Grades:
8th - 11th
CCSS:
Watergate Scandal Guided Notes and PowerPoint | Watergate, Nixon, Gerald Ford
In this engaging Watergate guided notes and PowerPoint resource, you receive a 20-slide PowerPoint presentation to teach the Watergate Scandal, the role of Nixon's "plumbers," the sound-activated recording system installed in the Oval Office, the Pentagon Papers, Daniel Ellsberg and his view of the Vietnam War, the role of G. Gordon Liddy, and the rise of Gerald Ford. The 20-slide PowerPoint syncs with the included 2-page set of guided notes. Also included is a Watergate analysis and reflectio
Grades:
8th - 11th
World War I Google Slides with Note Taking Guide & Checking for Understanding
47 Slides (editable) with graphic organizer note taking guide and summative assessment worksheet. This Google Slides reviews the causes of World War One, how America responded to the war in Europe 1914-1917, how American society, politics and government transformed while engaged in the war, and Wilson's plan for peace.This Google Slides:EditableHas checking for understanding/thinking questions throughout the Google SlidesInteresting and varied graphic designA variety of different sources to cat
Subjects:
Grades:
8th - 12th
Ancient Greece GRAPES Google Slides
Bored with teaching Ancient Greece with the same old reading passages and questions from an old textbook? These fresh and exciting interactive GRAPES (geography, religion, achievements, politics, economics, social classes) of Ancient Greece Google Slides are immersive and engaging. The best part is that they are fully editable and require zero prep! This resource includes: ⭐ 53 fully editable Google Slides on Ancient Greece with bonus government extension activity ⭐ 20 pages editable Google Doc
Grades:
7th - 10th
The Real Story of the First Thanksgiving
Why did the Pilgrims celebrate the first thanksgiving? Teach your students to question history's "official narrative" with this interactive text! This original text dives into the history and context of the first thanksgiving by focusing on the relationship between Pilgrims and the indigenous people of the Wampanoag Confederation, led by Tisquantum (Squanto). Interspersed with the text are maps, graphics, and critical comprehension questions to support deep analysis.☺ Reading Level: 8th gradeRec
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 12th
7 Articles of the US Constitution, Bill of Rights & Amendments Simplified Notes
Confidently guide students through the US Constitution's text so they can see for themselves their rights and the powers of the US government. This annotated Constitution includes both the entirety of the original Constitution plus all 27 amendments:Article 1 -- the Legislative BranchArticle 2 -- the Executive BranchArticle 3 -- the Judicial BranchArticles 4-7 -- Federalism, State Rights, & SupremacyAmendments 1-10 -- the Bill of RightsAmendments 11-27 Use this as an alternative or suppleme
Subjects:
Grades:
7th - 12th
CCSS:
Also included in: Civics and Government Inquiry Full Course Curriculum for High School
Women's Suffrage Movement PowerPoint, Guided Notes, Reading, Analysis
Discover the road to the 19th amendment with this women's rights unit. This resource includes an editable slide presentation (59 slides) with primary source images and documents, a student booklet with guided notes, reading passages, and analysis activities.What's Included:- 59 Slide PPT with primary source images- Guided Notes - Close Reading Passages (Susan B. Anthony, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, & Lucy Stone)- Analysis Activities (analyze statements, political cartoons, voter turnout stats)-
Grades:
5th - 7th
Also included in: Women's Suffrage Bundle: Activities, Reading Passages, Analysis, Lecture
Discovering our Past A History of the United States Textbook Reading Activities
This resource is perfectly compatible with the textbook Discovering our Past: A History of the United States. Perfect for nightly homework assignments, independent study, and sub plans! Print these as homework packets or assign them online! Google compatible!These chapter by chapter resources are perfect to use in your class as a reading comprehension tool and focuses students on the key ideas, section by section. Each chapter assignment includes a vocabulary list, one page per section of the ch
Grades:
6th - 9th
Annexing Hawaii Reading Comprehension, Document Analysis, Exit Ticket, Key
This scaffolded lesson on the annexation of Hawaii is ready to be printed and taught during your Imperialism Unit.Includes: reading comprehension with guided questions, primary source analysis, political cartoon analysis, vocab matching, true/false, and sequencing events. I use this lesson during my Imperialism Unit with my middle school and high school students as an introduction to American annexation of the Hawaiian Islands. Special education students really connect/engage with the political
Grades:
8th - 11th
Also included in: Imperialism & American Expansion Unit Bundle - US History
Manifest Destiny Political Cartoon Analysis - Print and Digital
This is an engaging, skill-building activity for students learning about Manifest Destiny during the Westward Expansion Unit. This resource contains an informative reading to build historical context and understanding of manifest destiny, followed by a political cartoon with scaffolded analysis questions. I've had proven success with this worksheet in my middle school US History classes! Great to use as part of your lesson, exit ticket, homework, check for understanding, etc.! Very flexible to m
Grades:
6th - 9th
Ancient China GRAPES Google Slides
Bored with teaching Ancient China with the same old reading passages and questions from an old textbook? These fresh and exciting interactive GRAPES (geography, religion, achievements, politics, economics, social classes) of Ancient China Google Slides are immersive and engaging. The best part is that they are fully editable and require zero prep! This resource includes: ⭐ 38 fully editable Google Slides on Ancient China with bonus Silk Road content!⭐ Google Docs GRAPES graphic organizer with te
Grades:
7th - 10th
Ancient India GRAPES Google Slides
Bored with teaching Ancient India with the same old reading passages and questions from an old textbook? These fresh and exciting interactive GRAPES (geography, religion, achievements, politics, economics, social classes) of the Indus River Valley Google Slides are immersive and engaging. The best part is that they are fully editable and require zero prep! This resource includes: ⭐ 71 fully editable Google Slides on Mesopotamia⭐ Google Docs GRAPES graphic organizer with teacher key⭐ Google Docs
Grades:
7th - 10th
Colonists & Native American Interaction - Primary Source Analysis
This text set allows students to craft their own narratives about how early American Colonists and Native Americans interacted. Text set includes includes:
☺ 2 secondary sources (American history textbook excerpts)
☺ 6 primary sources
- - - • excerpts from colonists' journals
- - - • a speech
- - - • 1 piece of artwork
☺ Graphic organizers with each source that support students' interpretation of the text and determine whether the source is primary or secondary.
**Use this in units on Americ
Grades:
6th - 10th
Also included in: Introduction to Primary & Secondary Sources Bundle
Populist Party Informational Text and Document Analysis - Print & Digital
This is an engaging activity that aids in developing analytic skill as students answer scaffolded questions on the rise of Populism and goals of the Populist Party during the late 1800s. An informative text is included to provide historical context, as well as an advertisement (document) that covers the Populist Party's platform. Includes a graphic organizer with analysis questions that are scaffolded and follow Bloom's Taxonomy. The text and advertisement provide effective differentiation, maki
Grades:
8th - 11th
Push and Pull Factors Political Cartoon Analysis - Immigration - Print & Digital
This is an engaging activity that aids in developing analytic skill as students answer scaffolded questions on push and pull factors during your Immigration Unit! The zip file includes a clear political cartoon, an informative text to provide historical context for students, and a graphic organizer with scaffolded analysis questions that follow Bloom's Taxonomy! The questions vary in difficulty and integrate effective differentiation, making this resource great for all students including English
Grades:
7th - 11th
Causes of the Revolution Interactive PowerPoint Notes (Google Slides Compatible)
Interactive PowerPoint Notes are a great way to engage your students in content related to your curriculum. This resource is aligned with the Causes of the Revolutionary War unit in The Teacher's Prep store but can be used independently, as well. It's a great option for classrooms utilizing technology or off-campus e-learning.When using this interactive PowerPoint, students can click on elements of the slides to reveal important information about a variety of topics related to the events that le
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in: Causes of the Revolutionary War Complete Unit Bundle
Showing 1-24 of 143 results
TPT is the largest marketplace for PreK-12 resources, powered by a community of educators.
IXL family of brands