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Native Americans Common Core RH.6-8.2 resources
Aztec, Maya, Inca, & Mesoamerica Unit for World and American History
In this Mesoamerica Unit Bundle on the Aztecs, Incas, and Mayans, you receive 9 engaging and hands-on resources to teach about Aztec inventions, Inca culture, Tenochtitlan, the disappearance of the Maya, Spanish conquistadors, and much more. Buy this bundle and save considerably over purchasing each lesson separately! In this highly-engaging Inca, Aztec, and Maya Bundle, you receive the following 9 resources:✔ 1.) Aztecs and Incas - A Comparing and Contrasting Scavenger Hunt!✔ 2.) Aztecs and Th
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5th - 9th
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Native Americans Tribes and Regions | Student Matrix for Native American Regions
In this Native American tribes and regions lesson, students analyze the four major regions of Native Americans in North America. Students learn about Native Americans living in the Eastern Woodlands, the Plains, the Pacific Northwest, and the Desert Southwest! Students learn about the environment, the tribes who lived in each region, and their culture (housing, food, way of life, clothing, and religious beliefs). Finally, a graphic organizer is included for students to compile their learning o
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5th - 9th
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French and Indian War Activity Scenarios, Notes, PowerPoint
In this French and Indian War PowerPoint, perspectives, and guided notes activity, students analyze a variety of scenarios to understand the cause behind the French and Indian War! Students begin by discussing the idea of war, how war is avoidable, when it might be necessary, and the positive and negative consequences of it. Then, students read short perspectives to understand the role of colonists, the British, members of the Ohio Company, and the French in the conflict of the French and Indi
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5th - 8th
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Maya Empire Mesoamerica Investigation | What happened to the Maya People?
In this Maya Empire CSI Investigation, students take on the role of historians, scientists, and researchers as they try to uncover the reasons behind the downfall of the Mayan Empire. Students research the Maya downfall in Mesoamerica to understand their history, culture, and the factors that may have led to their demise. This resource is included in my Mesoamerica Unit Bundle to teach the Inca, Maya, and Aztec as well as my CSI World History Bundle! Students are engaged with a short video to s
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5th - 8th
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Native Americans Tribes and Indigenous Peoples Bundle for American World History
In the Native Americans and Indigenous People Bundle, you receive 5 resources and activities to teach Native American tribes, culture, government, and much more. This bundle is priced to save you significantly over buying each lesson separately - buy the bundle and save a bundle!Plus, each resource in this bundle includes a paper in-class version and a 1:1 Google compatible version to be used in conjunction with Google Classroom. Just follow the included instructions for how to access the Goog
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5th - 9th
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Inca Empire Myth-Busters! Students explore Inca culture, life, & religion!
In this Inca Empire Myth Busters and culture activity, students investigate six different statements on life in the Inca Empire, then either "prove" or "bust" each of the statements. Students learn about the Inca government, religion, climate, government, and more!This resource is included in my Mesoamerica Unit Bundle to teach the Inca, Maya, and Aztec.Students are engaged by evaluating six different myth sources and learn about Inca religion, government, climate and geography, education system
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5th - 8th
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INCA & Emperor's New Groove! - teach Inca history with the movie!
THIS IS A MUST-HAVE FOR ANY TEACHER LOOKING TO MAKE A STUDY OF THE INCA RELEVANT AND ACCESSIBLE FOR MIDDLE-SCHOOLERS. EASY-TO-FOLLOW, PERFECT FOR AN INTRO LESSON***GOOGLE COMPATIBLE*** 1) Drag and Drop the Word Doc or PowerPoint into Google Drive2) Then Go to "FILE", and SAVE AS "GOOGLE SLIDES" or "GOOGLE DOCS"***This resource now includes a handy 2-page student handout (in both PDF and MS WORD). An answer key is also provided.***This resource now also includes an original Jeopardy review game
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3rd - 10th
Assimilation of Native Americans: Indian Boarding Schools (STATIONS)
Through these primary source analysis stations, your students will gain an understanding of the assimilation of Native Americans in the United States following the Civil War, due to the use of Indian boarding schools. Through readings, photographs, and interviews, your students will analyze primary sources to learn the laws and history surrounding the schools in the United States, as well understand the negative impact these government instituted school experiences have had on Native American ch
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5th - 8th
Westward Expansion Unit BUNDLE
***FULL PREVIEW AVAILABLE***Increase student growth and engagement while saving time, energy and money! This bundle has everything you need and more! It is perfect for textbook free classrooms. Just print and go! Bundle includes several products that aren't available in my store. For those available in my store, specific descriptions can be found below:The Battle of Little Bighorn Primary Source Reading PassageThe Battle of Wounded Knee Primary Source Reading PassageThe Pony Express Primary S
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6th - 9th
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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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Age of Jackson Mini Unit | Teach All Aspects of Andrew Jackson
This Age of Jackson Mini Unit aims to teach all aspects of Andrew Jackson's presidency, including his rise to office, the Election of 1824, his claim to be a "man of the people," his treatment of native people, the nullification crisis, and his war with the national bank.The Age of Jackson Unit 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 Age of Jack
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6th - 9th
Native American Tribes Lesson Plan: Map, Reading, Video, PowerPoint & Project
This engaging and thorough lesson on Native American tribes is a great way to introduce students to the diverse array of cultures that existed in North America prior to the arrival of Europeans.The download includes all of the following: PowerPoint and Google Slides presentationsFlipped classroom video versionGuided notes and interactive notebook page optionsPrimary source analysis on the Great Law of PeaceReading and worksheet on the Iroquois ConfederacyOne Pager project on an American Indian
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: US History Part 1 PowerPoint and Guided Notes Bundle
Aztecs and Their Inventions: Students Navigate Through Four Aztec Marvels!
In this Aztec inventions and culture lesson, students learn about four major inventions by the Aztec Empire. Students learn about the precursor to soccer (ollama or tlachtli) , floating gardens (chinampas), the origin of the red dye (cochineal beetle), and their system of universal education!This resource is included in my Mesoamerica Unit Bundle to teach the Inca, Maya, and Aztec.Students navigate through four inventions, using their investigative worksheet to guide their way. After reading t
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5th - 8th
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Spanish Conquistadors and Native Americans DBQ Inquiry Activity
Conquistadors: Why were the Spanish able to easily defeat the natives? A DBQ! 1:1 Google Compatible!This resource is included in my 13 Colonies Unit and my Mesoamerica Unit!Purchase either bundle and save over 25%!---------In this DBQ investigation, students will attempt to answer the overarching question:"What were the Spanish conquistadors able to so easily defeat the Natives of Central and South America?"Students will look at and analyze 5 different documents. Each primary source focuses on
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7th - 11th
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Age of Jackson Bundle | Trail of Tears, Bank War, Nullification
In this Age of Jackson Bundle Unit resource bundle, you receive three engaging activities to teach the Age of Jackson in early American History. The Age of Jackson activity bundle includes:✔ 1.) Age of Jackson Unit: 4 Common-Core focused lessons to teach President Jackson!The first resource is a mini unit used to teach President Jackson. This unit includes focused readings and graphic organizers to introduce Jackson as a Man of the People, Jackson's Bank War, his treatment of native people, and
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6th - 9th
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The Meeting of The Worlds Full Unit Bundle 5 Engaging Lessons Distance Learning
The Meeting of The Worlds - 5 critical thinking lessons to engage your students and develop their critical thinking skills + review and an assessment!Lessons Included:The First Americans - “First Peoples” - Students view a free video from PBS and trace two theories regarding the migration of the first people through North and South America. This video is eye catching and compelling and helps to clearly lay out the evidence surrounding the two competing theories. Students pick a theory and use ev
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6th - 9th
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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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Native Americans & the Bering Land Bridge: Create a Science Fair Exhibit!
Native Americans and the Bering Land Bridge: Students analyze Beringia and create a Science Fair Exhibit!In this highly-engaging lesson, students learn about the Bering Land Bridge (Beringia) through a Common Core focused activity, then dream up an experiment to show how geography and climate have impacted the land bridge!This resource includes a paper in-class version and a 1:1 Google compatible version to be used in conjunction with Google Classroom. Just follow the included instructions for
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5th - 8th
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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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Native Americans (ALL 10 PARTS) visual, textual, engaging 200-slide PPT
***GOOGLE COMPATIBLE*** 1) Drag and Drop the Word Doc or PowerPoint into Google Drive2) Then Go to "FILE", and SAVE AS "GOOGLE SLIDES" or "GOOGLE DOCS"This download includes all 10 parts of the Unit described below...This Native American unit covers all the major cultural regions in North America. The slides are packed with relevant text, visuals, graphic organizers, primary sources, activities, worksheets, projects, links to videos, quotations, maps and much much more. Enjoy!PART 1 - Introduc
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3rd - 8th
Native Americans UNIT BUNDLE
Native AmericansNative Americans UNIT BUNDLE10 Lessons, Formal Assessment (Quiz/Test), Thematic EssayIncluded in this download:12 products including lessons, a review packet, quiz and test!20% OFF!!This bundle is priced to save you significantly over buying each product separately!See the links above for full details on each resource included! ★ This resource contains primary source documents and secondary source documents and quote passages from Creating America Social Studies textbook★★ Please
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5th - 9th
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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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Jamestown Investigation Critical Thinking 13 Colonies Distance Learning
For this lesson, students investigate why the Jamestown settlers died so quickly when they settled in Virginia. The weigh the reliability of 4 different theories and analyze the evidence associated with those theories. There is a graphic organizer and an exit ticket already provided for easy analysis. There are also three pages of interactive illustrated notes to help students understand the historical information, including Pocahontas, John Smith, the reasons for settlement, and the influence o
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Colonial America | 13 Colonies | 17 Days of Lesson Plans and Assessment
Tenochtitlan: What did Cortes' think of the Aztec capital? Great Common Core!
In this engaging Cortes, Aztec, and Tenochtitlan primary source lesson, students dissect a letter written by Henry Cortes to the King of Spain where he describes what he says in Tenochtitlan, the Aztec capital city.This resource is included in my Mesoamerica Unit Bundle to teach the Inca, Maya, and Aztec.This resource includes a paper in-class version and a 1:1 Google compatible version to be used in conjunction with Google Classroom. Just follow the included instructions for how to access the
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5th - 8th
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