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European history literature circles for homeschool
The Book Thief Novel Study: Reading Guide and Chapter Comprehension Questions
This novel study and reading guide for the awarding winning WW2 novel, The Book Thief by Markus Zusak, comes with a variety of worksheets and graphic organizers for students to complete as they read. This novel analysis is broken into 20 sections, with each section focusing on 25-30 pages of reading. (My novel studies are typically divided up into chapters, but due to the unique nature of Zusak's storytelling, this novel study is divided into sections that correspond with the book).This Common
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: The Book Thief and The Boy in Striped Pajamas Novel Studies - Bundle
I Survived THE DESTRUCTION OF POMPEII Comprehension (Answer Key Included)
One page per chapter plus answer keyRationale for using Text Evidence and Comprehension packets:This approach provides a way for students to engage in critical thinking and reflection as they respond to what they have read. Citing textual evidence requires students to look back into the text for evidence to support an idea, answer a question or make a claim. This skill combined with comprehension questions on DOK Levels 1, 2, & 3 leads students to think deeply about what they have read. (In
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3rd - 5th
Novel study: Number the Stars and Miracle at Midnight - compare and contrast
This chart provides a way for students to organize their observations about the Newbery-winning novel Number the Stars, by Lois Lowry. This novel, describing the Nazis' occupation and their persecution of Jews during World War II, has become a middle-school staple of historical fiction literature and Holocaust studies.The book is often paired with the historical fiction film "Miracle at Midnight," which has many parallels with Number the Stars. It is also set in Copenhagen during 1943, when se
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4th - 7th
Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys Novel Study - Updated February 2022
Inspired by the real-life tragedy of the sinking of the Wilhelm Gustloff, the greatest maritime disaster in history, this historical fiction story will not be forgotten by readers! As in Between Shades of Gray, Sepetys unearths a shockingly little-known casualty of a gruesome war and proves that humanity and love can prevail, even in the darkest of hours. SummaryAs World War II is drawing to a close in East Prussia, thousands of refugees are on a desperate trek toward freedom, many with somethin
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7th - 12th
I Must Betray You Novel Study
2023-2024 Georgia Peach Book Award Nominees for Teen Readers SummaryCristian Florescu dreams of becoming a writer, but Romanians are not free to dream. Cristian is blackmailed by the secret police to become an informer. He risks everything to unmask the truth behind the communist regime, giving voice to fellow Romanians, and expose to the world what is happening in his country. Ruta Sepetys continues to tell another gripping thriller that exposes the unwavering conviction of the human spirit! Un
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8th - 12th
I Survived THE DESTRUCTION OF POMPEII Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Rationale for using Discussion Cards:This strategy is powerful in giving students opportunities to work together in mixed-ability, student-led groups. Lower level students benefit from listening to higher level students respond to questions. Higher level students are challenged to express their thinking in a way that helps lower level students comprehend the material.Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for students to engage in criti
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2nd - 4th
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Copenhagen's Stock Exchange Adventure Fire - Reading with Interactive Activity!
Hey there, fellow educators! Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey through time and history with your students? Look no further than our delightful digital, reading resource. Join us as we dive into the captivating tale of Copenhagen's historic stock exchange, Børsen, and its recent encounter with a fiery foe. Your students will be enthralled as they uncover fascinating facts about this architectural gem, dating all the way back to 1625!Highlights Include:Discover the rich cultural heri
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3rd - 6th
NEW! Europe Geography — Can the UK Rejoin the European Union After Brexit?
Engage your students in this European Union and Brexit lesson. This resource is designed to help your students learn and explore the pros and cons of Brexit. Students will cooperatively read about the European Union and Brexit. They will write a letter to the European Union or the United Kingdom based on role cards that provide different scenarios of the U.K. requesting or being asked to rejoin the European Union. OBJECTIVES: The learner will understand the purpose of the European Union.The lear
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7th - 12th
Also included in: NEW! Geography: Types of World Governments SUPER Bundle + FREE RESOURCE
A Tribute to Chernobyl" POEM: Radiant Memories for April 26th! Kids FUN Reading
Here is a poignant poem that reflects on the tragic events of the Chernobyl disaster. It captures the sorrow and resilience of the affected communities, paying tribute to the lives lost and the heroes who bravely responded to the crisis. Through vivid imagery and emotive language, the poem honors the enduring legacy of Chernobyl and the lessons learned from the catastrophe.How Pupils Can Use It:- Pupils can read and analyze the poem to deepen their understanding of the Chernobyl disaster and its
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3rd - 6th
Bartali's Bicycle - Book Companion - 3rd - 5th - Printable and Digital
Another Nonfiction book to add to your collection. This book started a great conversation with my students so I decided I needed to make a book companion to go with it! This product includes: Build Background with a "Before you Read" questionnaire Vocabulary Page Describing Bartali -Traits Sequencing SortWriter's Workshop Online Resources Page All pages are designed to be printable or digital.
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3rd - 5th
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The Montgolfier Brothers: Balloon Flight CLUES-in-CONTEXT Rebus - SimpleLitRebus
Sequencing Practice! Context Clues! A REBUS that is an INFORMATIONAL TEXT about the first balloon flight! Also get discussion questions, a crossword puzzle, a word search, writing prompt, and three differentiated TESTS! This CLUES-in-CONTEXT rebus is about the Montgolfier brothers who invented balloon flight. But students can’t complete reading the rebus until they place eight words found below the word pictures into the rebus correctly. This exercise can be done on paper or in a web-based class
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2nd - 3rd
Also included in: Inventors Rebus Bundle - CLUES-in-CONTEXT Rebuses - SimpleLitRebus
Italian Literature Lecture. A Lesson on DANTE ALIGHIERI's Inferno
Italian Literature Lesson on DANTE's InfernoThis Great Educative Product is Ideal for Italian Literature Learners, especially High Schoolers and Higher Education Students or any Learner interested in Medieval Literature in the Italian Penisula. This Lecture is also aimed to Homeschooling Italian Language Learners and Italian Cultural Institutes' Activities for Foreigners.This Lesson contains a Brief Introduction to the Literary Work and a Helpful Explication of "Legge del Contrappasso" and Dante
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Also included in: Bundle with Italian Literature and History Lessons! 3 in 1! $9.25 SAVED!
The Caves at Lascaux: A no-prep printable packet!
The Caves at Lascaux is a 3-page packet, containing an easy-to-read, informational text and real photographs of the caves in France. Ready to print, easy to use, nothing else needed to learn about this amazing archeological discovery!Page 1: text, photos and a map of FrancePage 2: text, photos and factsPage 3: Extension: A writing activity and a comprehension questions--------------------------------------keywords: France, Archeology, discoveries, caves, reading, informational text, non-fiction
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2nd - 4th
NUMBER THE STARS BY LOIS LOWRY: A VOCABULARY PUZZLE
This is a novel based vocabulary puzzle. Deciphering sharpens students skills! It is fun and challenging. This historical fiction novel is a commentary on the tragedy of World War II. Use this as a supplemental activity within the novel study. An answer key is provided. Also, there is a famous applicable quote by Thomas Jefferson that all students can read! Thanks ever so much for visiting!
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4th - 8th, Staff
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Foreshadowing- Number the Stars, Sight through Literature and History, CCSS
A short writing exercise, using Number the Stars, by Lois Lowry, as a vehicle, it explores foreshadowing and perception.Check out the Number the Stars, Novel Discovery Bundle, 15 pages,A 60% discount over the collected quizzes and literary models!It is suitable for class writing and group discussion, in a literature or history class. You may do the questions, one at a time and share, or have the kids write all in one sitting. The format is best supported by group work.CCSS standards are broade
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7th - 10th
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"The Impossible Journey" Discussion Questions and QUIZ
This is a set of discussion questions and a quiz to use when teaching the novel "The Impossible Journey" by Gloria Whelan. There are seven readings, each with 4 - 5 questions to assess students' ability to understand and interpret the story. This is a wonderful story to use when teaching students about European History or the Russian Revolution. The 9 question quiz includes character descriptions and short answer questions. There is no answer key included with this material. This book is a seque
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4th - 8th
Number the Stars, by Lois Lowry: Literature Discovery, Quizzes, Chptr. 3-4, CCSS
Number the Stars, tells the poignant story of a Danish family with Jewish friends during World War II. Check out the Number the Stars, Novel Discovery Bundle, 15 pages,A 60% discount over the collected quizzes and literary models!My discovery sheets work beyond just vocab and comprehension. They are a chance for the student to dissect the language and learn more about the history and events containing the story's main thread. CCSS standards are broader than listing, averaged for grade and gener
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7th - 10th
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Mood in Literature- Number the Stars, Exploring feeling and environment, CCSS
A short writing exercise, using Number the Stars, by Lois Lowry, as a vehicle, it explores mood and determining environment. Check out the Number the Stars, Novel Discovery Bundle, 15 pages,A 60% discount over the collected quizzes and literary models!Buy one get one- buy a Carousel Resource, get another of equal value free. Just leave feedback and follow me, thanks! Send me a message, I will email you.It is suitable for class writing and group discussion, in a literature or history class. You
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6th - 10th
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THE FRENCH REVOLUTION-REIGN OF TERROR CRYPTOGRAM
THIS IS GOOD FOR A SUPPLEMENTAL ACTIVITY ON EUROPEAN HISTORY, OR IN A FRENCH LANGUAGE CLASS!
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Bērni un jaunieši padomju laikos
Viegli uztverams teksta materiāls par bērniem un jauniešiem Padomju LatvijāMateriālā apkopota svarīgākā informācija par bērnu un jauniešu ikdienu, skolas gaitām, organizācijām, noteikumiem un izklaidēm padomju laikos Latvijā. Teksts veidots uzskatāmā veidā, papildināts ar attēliem un vēstures avotiem. Var tikt izmantots temata apguvei un gatavojoties eksāmenam.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Renaissance Literature Analysis
It helps students analyze various excerpts from a selection of Renaissance-era texts.
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8th - 12th
Marshall Plan Primary Source and Questions
Students will read George Marshall's Speech and answer questions regarding the plan.
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9th - 12th
Boccaccio: The Decameron and "The Black Death"
In this short reading from Boccaccio's Decameron, readers will experience the horrifying, firsthand account of the Black Death and its effects on the teenagers of Florence. Boccaccio explains how these teenagers give up hope and embrace a life of pleasure and ease. About the author: The Renaissance writer, humanist, and poet Giovanni Boccaccio was born near Florence in 1313. His most famous work is The Decameron, a collection of one hundred and one stories set against the backdrop of the Black D
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10th - 12th
Cicero: "On Friendship"
Cicero's dialogue "On Friendship" examines the unique value of friendship and connects the idea of being a caring and compassionate person with being a good friend. After all, if someone cared only about themselves, how could they ever be a good friend? About the author: Marcus Tullius Cicero was born in Arpinum in 106 BC. Cicero was a contemporary of Julius Caesar and Pompey the Great, although Cicero was a lawyer and a scholar, not a military leader. The years in which Cicero lived were tumult
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10th - 12th
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Find European History resources | TPT
Take your students on a journey through European history with TPT! If you’re an educator or parent looking for printable or digital resources to help your student learn about European history, we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re teaching about the Renaissance, the Age of Exploration, or the World Wars, there are plenty of high-quality TPT resources at your fingertips to teach European history to your students.
European history activities to try
Here are a few examples of the different types of activities and lessons you can find on TPT to help teach students about European history:
Centers & Stations
Through the use of centers, students can collaborate and discuss topics and content they examine for various eras in European history. For example, you could have students navigate through a handful of centers or stations to help them learn about different elements of the Renaissance period, including influential cities, leaders, and artists. Or, to help them learn about the key figures and milestones of the French Revolution.
Map Making
With map-making activities you can not only teach students about European history, but also incorporate geography into your lessons. As they label and color maps, students can learn about important places in Europe and how European countries have expanded (and fallen) over time. For example, you could have students make maps of Europe before and after World War I to identify how the conflict impacted Europe.
Primary Source Analysis
One of the best ways to learn about European history is through historical documents, letters, diaries, art, and literature. Encourage students to use these firsthand accounts to gain a deeper understanding about European people and events. For instance, you can have students read excerpts from the works of Enlightenment philosophers — like Mary Wollstonecraft — and how they contributed to the political thinking of the time.
Research Projects
Have students research and present on a specific topic of European history, like the Age of Exploration. For example, ask students to choose a famous European Explorer to research, and have them write a short biography of that person or create a short video or presentation about their achievements and legacy.
Frequently asked questions for teaching European history
What is taught in European history?
In European history courses, students are taught about the cultural, economic, political, and social milestones that shaped Europe from the Middle Ages until the present.
What types of European History resources are available on TPT?
There are many different types of European history resources sold by Sellers on TPT — from interactive notebooks to gallery walks.
How do I find European history resources on TPT?
Educators can save time preparing European history lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply start a search for European history resources on the TPT marketplace, and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find materials that've been proven to work in classrooms like yours. No matter what you’re teaching, there are plenty of lessons and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.
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