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High school social studies lectures on sale
APUSH & US History- Full Year of PowerPoints & Lectures - Guided Notes Included!
This Full Year APUSH PowerPoints Bundle includes 36 PowerPoint Lectures (1200+ Slides!) for each of the key chapters in APUSH and are specifically geared for helping to guide your students through the entire year of AP U.S. History covering Periods 1-9 in the AP U.S. History curriculum. Political Cartoons and Historical Images for each time period are included along with links to engaging video clips, as well! Each PowerPoint includes Fill-in the blank Notes/Guided Notes Handouts to help keep y
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8th - 12th
The Great Depression Unit - 4 Lessons
Students will learn about the causes of the Great Depression, how it affected the United States, how each president of the time approached the crisis, and analyze the New Deal’s successes and failures.Resource Components:● Lesson Plan 1 - Causes● Lesson 1 Google Slides● Lesson Plan 2 - Effects on Louisiana and the United States● Lesson 2 Google Slides● Lesson Plan 3 - Government Reactions● Lesson 3 Google Slides● Lesson Plan 4 - The New Deal● Lesson 4 Google Slides● Student Guide with Writing Ru
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8th - 12th
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Ancient History unit studies! Bundled! 20% off!
All the following unit studies are included! You can read the description on each individual one to get more details. 1. Precivilization/Mesopotamia, also includes some history learning tips videos 2. Ancient Egypt, mini unit study, has less video watch time than my other unit studies 3. Ancient Hebrews, also included are a couple videos discussing antisemitism. 4. Ancient Minoan and Greeks 5. Rise of Rome and the Roman Republic 6. The Roman Empire
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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NEW! US American History: History of the U.S American Flag PowerPoint (Editable)
PowerPoints can be time-consuming to create. If you find you don't have the capacity to create a PowerPoint on the history of the United State American Flag, stop here! This aesthetic 16-slide presentation will give your student an understanding of how the first U.S. flag came about in addition to what the symbols and colors represent without overwhelming them with information. A direction of the U.S. American Flag, if you will. This can be used for grades 5-12. Want in on your Google Drive? Si
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5th - 12th
Also included in: NEW! Geography Easy-to-Use Substitute Teacher Pack + 2 Freebies
Unit study on Turkey, Iran, Iraq and Afghanistan post WWII
This unit study gives an overview of the history of Turkey, Iran, Iraq and Afghanistan since WWII. You will learn about numerous topics like the rise and fall of Sadam, how Iran went from a pro western nation to an Islamic theocracy, and the events leading up to 9/11. Plus much more. You can watch all the lectures for free here:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP2fCeCuJMoZezqBFUuddiToszju9cUXvIt includes:Questions to think aboutObjective question with answers.Short answer questions with
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Fall of the Ottomans & WWI/WWII in the Middle East.
This unit study gives an overview of the period between the late 1500’s and 1914. The unit study goes through the various problems the Ottoman Empire developed until it became the “sick many of Europe” It also covered the attempts to reform the Ottoman Empire. The final fall of the Ottoman Empire takes place because of WWI. It also walks you through the entire period of WWI and WWII in the Middle East.You can watch all the lectures for free here:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP2fCeCuJ
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Tensions of the Early 20th Century - American History
Students will learn about specific events that caused and exacerbated these tensions. These events include the 1818 influenza outbreak, recession and inflation, labor strikes, the resurgence of the KKK, the Chicago riot of 1919, and the Tulsa Massacre. There are two activity options to differentiate student learning opportunities.Resource Components:● Lesson Plan● Google Slides● Option One Student Guide● Option One Google Classroom Version of the Student Guide● Option One Answer Key● Option One
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8th - 12th
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Rise of the Ottomans.
This unit study covers the rise of the Ottomans. It explores the major Sultans and their achievements. You can watch all the videos for free here.https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP2fCeCuJMoZ21tdMV3wk6xVkvYq8Ir3cThe unit study includes: Questions to think aboutObjective question with answersShort answer questions, with bullet point answersSuggested activities to learn moreResources to learn moreA chart on the Ottoman Sultans
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Militarism & Totalitarianism - Intro to WWII
This lesson will provide background information for students to understand the rising political tensions between Imperial Japan, Fascist Italy, Nazi Germany, and Communist Soviet Union. They will learn how these tensions led to violence in the 1930s and 1940s.Resource Components:● Lesson Plan● Google Slides● Student Guide● Google Classroom version of the Student Guide● Answer KeyThis lesson is aligned with Louisiana State Standards for 8th Grade Social Studies.
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8th - 12th
Also included in: WWII Unit Bundle with Test & Study Guide
The Harlem Renaissance - Teacher-Led Lesson
This lesson covers prominent figures of the Harlem Renaissance. Students will learn about the causes of the Harlem Renaissance and how it affected Black Americans at the time. This is a teacher-led lesson. If you're looking for a more hands-off approach to the topic, see my student-led version.Resource Components:Lesson PlanGoogle SlidesStudent GuideGoogle Classroom version of Student GuideAnswer Key and Writing RubricThis lesson is aligned with the Louisiana State Standards for 8th Grade Soc
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8th - 12th
The Homefront - WWII
Students will learn about how life in the United States changed during and immediately after World War II, with an emphasis on wartime production and the workforce, rationing, conservation, victory gardens, financing through war bonds, propaganda campaigns, and the Servicemen's Readjustment Act (GI Bill). Students will analyze primary and secondary sources alongside the lecture-given information from the Google Slides. Guided questions in their Student Guide will lead them towards mastery of the
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8th - 12th
Also included in: WWII Unit Bundle with Test & Study Guide
Key Figures of WWII
Students will learn about the roles and importance of key figures of World War II. These figures include Franklin D. Roosevelt, Harry S. Truman, Dwight D. Eisenhower, George Patton, Douglas MacArthur, Sir Winston Churchill, Charles de Gaulle, Joseph Stalin, Adolf Hitler, Benito Mussolini, Michinomiya Hirohito, and Hideki Tojo. This is a lecture-based lesson that includes a Student Guide for students to document their learning and guide them toward mastery of the learning target.Resource Componen
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8th - 12th
Also included in: WWII Unit Bundle with Test & Study Guide
History of Ancient Rome, the Republic and Empire! bundled!
This bundle includes both unit studies I offer on Rome. You can look at the details in the each Indvidual unit study to see what you get. Get 10% off if you buy the bundle!
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Role of Alliances - WWII
Students will learn about the Axis and Allied Powers during World War II and how these alliances were formed. A Student Guide is provided with a timeline activity for students to add details about the events of each alliance created. This is a lecture-based lesson, but virtual learners can use the Google Slides with the Google Doc version of the Student Guide in Google Classroom as well.Resource Components:● Lesson Plan● Google Slides● Student Guide● Google Slides Version of the Student Guide● A
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8th - 12th
Also included in: WWII Unit Bundle with Test & Study Guide
The Roman Empire, unit study with video lectures!
The Roman Empire unit study, David, and History for the Ages (This is not to be copied or shared with anyone without direct permission, it is meant to be used by a single household) This unit study will cover all the major events regarding the Roman Empire, as well as a brief overview of the Byzantine Empire. It will cover all the major emperors during this time, how the Roman Empire became a Christian civilization, and the fall of the Roman Empire. I also included a couple supplemental videos
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: History of Ancient Rome, the Republic and Empire! bundled!
The Holocaust Lesson
Students will learn about the causes and consequences of the Holocaust, including anti-Semitism, Nuremberg Laws restricting civil rights, resistance efforts, concentration camp system, liberation of camps by the Allies, and Nuremberg trials. This lesson includes primary and secondary sources for students to analyze in a Student Guide.Resource Components:● Lesson Plan● Google Slides● Student Guide● Google Doc Version of the Student Guide● Answer KeyThis lesson is aligned with Louisiana State Stan
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8th - 12th
Also included in: WWII Unit Bundle with Test & Study Guide
U.S. Joins WWII Lesson
Students will learn about the events that led to World War II, the United States’ policy of neutrality, and what ultimately led America to joining the war effort. This is a lecture-based lesson, and students will answer guided questions in their Student Guide as they view the presentation. There is a Google Doc version of the Student Guide to assign in Google Classroom for virtual learners.Resource Components:● Lesson Plan● Google Slides● Student Guide● Google Doc Version of the Student Guide● A
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8th - 12th
Also included in: WWII Unit Bundle with Test & Study Guide
Comprehensive PowerPoint Presentation for AP Government and U.S. History
Description: Elevate your understanding of the United States Congress with our comprehensive PowerPoint presentation tailored for AP Government and US History courses. This meticulously crafted resource covers every aspect of Congress, from its constitutional foundations to its role in shaping American politics and governance.Explore the intricate workings of the legislative branch through detailed slides covering:The Constitutional Framework: Delve into Article I of the US Constitution to under
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Acts of Aggression - WWII
Students will learn about Adolf Hitler’s acts of aggression that led to World War II and how world leaders and the U.S. public reacted. This is a lecture style lesson that includes a Student Guide that can either be printed to complete in class or done online in Google Classroom.Resource Components:● Lesson Plan● Google Slides● Student Guide● Google Classroom Version of the Student Guide● Answer KeyThis resource is aligned with Louisiana State Standards for 8th Grade Social Studies.
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8th - 12th
Also included in: WWII Unit Bundle with Test & Study Guide
Unit study Islam, Umayyads and Abbasids
This unit study gives a general overview of the rise and core characteristics of Islam, it also explain the history of two early dynasties that ruled over the Middle East. The Umayyads and Abbasids. You can also watch all the lectures for free here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP2fCeCuJMoaIwE0f7VfXyp5qfUYi_fDE&si=K9eh7HbzdUJY-oBnIt includes Questions to think about Objective questions with answers Open Ended questions with answers Two charts to help summarize the Umayyads and Abb
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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WWII unit study, you can see the lectures for free, before you buy!
This is a great unit study for homeschooling parents! You get access to all my WWII video lectures. By watching the videos and doing this unit study your children will have a great grasp of WWII. You can find all the videos for free here! https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP2fCeCuJMobPL-dhI1dZcdBCdfKIw4-E&si=NRf0ex11i4lrOq0aIn this unit study 1. A pdf file with the following. 2. A link to the playlist, all the videos will be in order. (You can of course watch those regardless for free)
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7th - 12th
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2 for 1 Unit Study How to study history and Precivilization/Mesopotamia
What you get! All the video lectures can be found for free! Unit Study- History learning tips, Precivilization and Mesopotamia, David & History for the Ages. (This is not to be copied or shared with anyone without direct permission, it is meant to be used by a single household) This is a two for one unit study. The first 4 videos are shorts simply explaining dating systems, how to read Roman numerals, what are primary sources and a video with good examples of primary sources. The next three
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Ancient History unit studies! Bundled! 20% off!
Puritanism : PowerPoint Notes, Introduction
Updated and revised! Now 40 slides! For either English classes or history classes, this PPT is a great way of introducing your students the Puritan way of life. Included in the PPT is a general overview of puritanism, survey, questions, and more! This is product is designed to be a light, fun introduction to a time period that is mostly just the opposite in tone; in short, it is meant to engage students and get them thinking about their modern society and the lives of those who lived before th
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9th - 12th
Unit Study, Seljuks, Crusades, Mongols, and Mughals.
Unit Study, Seljuks, Crusades, Mongols, and Mughals. (Age of Invasion into the Middle East) David and History for the Ages. (This is not to be copied or shared with anyone without direct permission, it is meant to be used by a single household)This unit study gives an overview of the period between c. 1000-1200 A.D. When various powers such as the Seljuks, Crusaders, Mongols and Mughals has an impact on the History of the Middle East. You can watch all the videos here. The playtime for these vid
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