Learn about some of the most influential people who lived through the War of 1812, the Treaty of Ghent, the U.S.S Constitution and the White House Fire with this War of 1812 Research Flip Book.
This engaging lesson plan on the Indian Removal Act is an awesome way to get students thinking critically, analyzing primary sources, and working together! The complete lesson features directions for the teacher to set up multiple activities in one class period. There's a warm up question, introduction, link to a short video, and discussion points before leading into the primary source analysis activity. There are 10 short excerpts from various speeches or documents related to the Indian Removal Act. These include words of: President Andrew Jackson Cherokee Chief John Ross Alexis de Tocqueville Soldiers who participated in the forced Indian Removal Native American voices ... and more! Each helps students gain a clearer image of the divergent views regarding the removal of the Cherokee and other Native American groups from the southeast. Students record their own analysis of each on a chart then move on to a longer primary source speech to analyze. A worksheet is included for this speech to help students focus on the key points. Answer keys for each are included for your convenience along with ideas for extension activities. You can download this great lesson for your students here. Or, you can also get this resources along with 50 more on Early America as part of my Complete Early American History Unit Plan. Thank you for stopping by!
Teach the Weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation in a fun way! Students will investigate each station and fill in a different weakness for each. Stations include quotes, pictures, data, and other primary sources. Weaknesses listed include: Every state having equal representation, regardless of population size Congress' inability to handle disputes between states Nine out of thirteen states required to pass laws All thirteen states required to amend the Articles Lack of an executive branch to enforce laws Lack of power to tax; and Shays' Rebellion Please review and check out my other work!
I love teaching the American Revolution. It is by far my favorite thing to teach when it comes to Social Studies. I just love to see how our country fought for their freedom. Now, even though I love to teach the American Revolution, it is not easy to teach. I have found that my kids don't know that much about the topic and that seems to slow us down. That is why I have been working hard this year to #setthestagetoengage when it comes to this topic and let me tell you there are some AMAZING things out there that helped me. Let me start off with how I address my students lack of schema when it comes to social studies in general. Meet the schema box. This is where I pull tons of books from our school library (which I might add we have a pretty awesome librarian who helps me) that have to do with our current social studies topic. My students can pull from this box whenever they want to. I have found that this helps my students feel more confident in social studies because they can actually make some connections about what we are learning. I have also found that if I add some books about our next topic students begin to make connections between events. Another helpful resource that I have for the American Revolution is the pack from Collaboration Cuties. I have been using this in my classroom as morning work for students to build schema on the topics that we will be discussing each day in social studies. The kids really love the flippables that they can use in their interactive notebook. By building schema before the lesson, we are able to dig deeper into events during our social studies block. We begin our unit on the French and Indian war, which leads into the Stamp Act. If you are interested in a exit slip for the French and Indian War I have one here and here. Before students can really understand the Stamp Act the have to put themselves in the shoes of a colonists. In years past I've done the lesson where one student is the king and he makes students pay taxes based off of rules he passes. This year, I found an awesome resource by Kristine Nanini and the best part of all, it was FREE. My students got so upset when they had to give up their m&m's to the king and they got even more upset when some of them had more m&m's than others when it was all over. This lesson was so much more meaningful to my students than if I would have told them how angry the colonists were. After this lesson, students read more about The Stamp Act, and added this event into their timeline in their social studies notebook. Then they were assigned the task to create a political cartoon depicting The Stamp Act. They loved this activity and it was a great assessment for me to see who know knew what The Stamp Act really was. If you are interested the rubric used to grade this assignment you can grab it here for free! Up next was the Boston Massacre and this is my favorite topic to discuss during this unit. So much happened leading up to the Boston Massacre and after it was over. I wanted to do something engaging with this event so I immediately searched Pinterest. My search led me to a blog that I had never seen before, but quickly became one of my favorites. To Engage Them All has so many wonderful engaging activities for students. Immediately I knew that I had to do the crime scene lesson for my students. Kara has everything that you need for his lesson ready to go and guess what, its FREE! You can't go wrong with awesomely engaging free lessons for social studies. This lesson was a HUGE hit in my class. I even heard some of my students who don't usually like social studies talking about how much fun this was. I will have to say that this lesson was made for 8th grade students and I did make some changes to the detective guide for my 5th graders. I set up the crime scene before school so my kiddos had time to stew over what could have happened in our classroom. They couldn't wait for social studies to see what had happened. This is just the beginning of our American Revolution. Come back next week to join our tea party and midnight ride with Paul Revere.
Match famous immigrants with their exploits in this history worksheet. Don't know history? Don't worry! Look for hints based on people changing their names!
Learn a variety of strategies on how to make history class engaging for students. Check out in this blog post.
1-2-3 Come Do Some Constitution Day Activities With Me I've been working like mad today to finish up a few of the Constitution Day activities that I was designing. I hope someone out there can still use them. I'm all for easy, when the administration throws these "According to the law, everyone has to teach something about the Constitution on April 17th..." zingers at us. With that in mind, and because I couldn't find an emergent reader that simplified the Constitution for PK-K, I decided to make my own. This little, non-fiction Constitution booklet, is filled with basic facts, in easy to understand, kid-friendly terms, that help explain what the Constitution is all about. So...Woo hoo! Simply "print & go" and you're all set with a quick, easy, and interesting little something to plug in for Constitution Day. Students "read" the simple sentences (I used plenty of words from the Dolch lists) then trace and write the main idea word. Doing so, will help build vocabulary and reinforce comprehension. Besides the "kiddy" emergent reader version, I added more factual information to make a non fiction booklet, suitable for 3rd & 4th graders. For quick printing, there are two pages on one template. The booklet for older kiddos has 5 more pages. Click on the link to pop on over. Emergent Reader Constitution booklet. I turned the last page of the booklet into a Constitution Day coloring page. It's one of today's featured FREEBIES. Click on the link to grab a copy. The other FREEBIE is a pair of parchment-look scrolls. Use them to have your students write their own classroom Constitution, Bill of Rights or class contract. Also hot off the press today is a set of Constitution themed Memory Match cards. They match my Constitution Day Number Puzzles, which makes for a nice coordinated center/station. Students can match the picture to the picture or the picture to the word card. I've numbered them, so children can self-check. You can also play an "I Have; Who Has?" game. "I have George Washington. Who has his name card?" Use the picture cards to build vocabulary and explain a bit about the Constitution. "The men on these cards are some of the "Framers" that worked on the Constitution." etc. Use them as flashcards to see who can tell who or what's on the card and how it relates to Constitution Day. Later in the year, bring the game out again in February for Presidents' Day, posing the question: "Which of these men became President? Who was the first?" Well that's it for today. Thanks for stopping by. Our server was having issues for a bit, so it was timing out and driving me crazy! Every time I tried to save my work the page errored out and I lost everything. You are reading my 4th redo of this article. Of course a killer headache has insued, so time to quit. Wishing everyone an interesting Constitution Day tomorrow. "The Constitution is never tested during times of tranquility; it is during times of tension , trumoil, tragedy, trauma, and terrorism that it is sorely tested." -Mike Honda
ARE YOU A FEDERALIST OR AN ANTI-FEDERALIST? This fun and creative project is perfect to assign when discussing the Constitution and Federalists and Anti-Federalists. This project requires students either individually or with a partner to take on the role of a Federalist or Anti-Federalist and create...
Social studies has always been one of my absolute favorite subjects to teach. I get so excited about United States history, and I do my best to make a potentially boring topic come alive for my students! There are a lot of opportunities for hands-on, get out of your seat lessons and projects in the […]
As Social Studies teachers, we understand the significance of a robust vocabulary in enhancing students' comprehension and critical thin...
Read about President Obama and test yourself with a quick quiz.
James Monroe established the Monroe Doctrine, a U.S. foreign policy that effectively closed off North and South America from further colonization by Europe. Click for Monroe Doctrine worksheets in PDF and Google Slides format.
Our oldest son loves all things history-related. I wanted to teach him about the Lewis & Clark expedition and the group of adventurers (the Corps of Discovery) that explored the lands acquired in the Louisiana Purchase and the Oregon Territory. It took a little more work and research than I'd planned, but at long last, the board game I made to retrace their steps and learn expedition facts was complete. It was time to play! What you need is a die and small game pieces. We used two different colored glass babbles. Small buttons would work great as well. I'll supply the rest. Well, except for the paper. You'll need paper. Eleven pieces to be exact. With your printer fired up, download and print this free PDF. The first five pages are the game board. If you anticipate giving this lots of play, print on heavyweight cardstock for added durability. The last six pages are the game cards. I printed mine on colored office paper, punched a hole in one corner, and threaded them through a metal ring. This kept them in order, but isn't a necessity. Before my son and I played Westward Bound!, we read a phenomenal book by David A. Adler. This provided precisely the background my son needed to understand how truly phenomenal exploration of the western United States was in the early 1800s. To play the game, we put both game pieces on the black circle near St. Louis, Missouri. We took turns rolling the die and moving our game pieces forward (westward) the number of spaces rolled. The number we landed on, determined the card we read (for example, if we rolled a six, we moved six spaces, landed on 33, and read the 33 card). Encourage players to read the cards aloud so that all players learn more facts and milestones. At the bottom of each card are instructions to either stay put or move forward or backwards. The player must move their game pieces if the card dictates. The player will not read the card for whatever number they eventually land on during their turn, though. Play alternates between players until one player reaches Fort Clatsop in Oregon first. This player is the winner (which unfortunately, was not me). The good news, though, is that my son has already asked to play again! DISCLAIMER: Is this board game perfect? No. Some of the dates and events don't match with the geographic location noted on the board. I did my best to match them up when possible, but in order to pace a child's progress along the westward route, and not have all the stops grouped together, sometimes it just wasn't possible. So while the events are historically accurate, the geography isn't always.
Have you been wanting to add more project-based learning into your homeschool? This simple 13 Colonies Travel Brochure project will get you started.
This Differentiated Current Events Choice Menu with Depth and Complexity Icons can be used with lessons on Current events in the classroom and for use in Interactive Student Notebooks. Students can also read current events at home and complete the activities as evidence of understanding in their ISN...
In a 2004 article in College Teaching , Peter Fernald writes of a technique that improves upon the surprise quiz. Fernald was looking for a way to ensure that his students were doing all of the reading, but also hoping to encourage the right kind of reading, reading that actively engages with the m
It is more important than ever to learn about the founding documents. These documents shaped and helped to create our nation and our government.
Prairie Lotus by Linda Sue Park Novel Guide is perfect for teaching American history and Asian American Heritage, as well as character analysis, main idea and details, cause and effect, new vocabulary and MUCH MORE! Google Classroom Link available, see below. This pack consists of two sections: teacher section with an answer key and student section. This novel guide includes: Pre, during and post reading activities Background information Chapter by chapter questions Answer Key New vocabulary Character(s) Analysis activities Themes Activity Essay Questions Text-to-self questions If you have any questions, or would like a direct Google Classroom link, please email me @ [email protected] This resource is great for: Teaching about American history Teaching about anti-racism Teaching social studies to upper elementary and middle school Literacy centers Independent work Distance learning, eLearning At home learning, homework Assessment Similar Resource(s): Ghost Boys by Jewell Parker Rhodes - Novel Guide - Distance Learning Towers Falling Novel Guide - Jewell Parker Rhodes - Distance Learning "The Parker Inheritance" by Varian Johnson - Novel Guide - Distance Learning "Black Brother, Black Brother"by Jewell Parker Rhodes - Novel Guide *********************************************************************************************************** • Be sure to FOLLOW MY STORE for NEW PRODUCTS AND SALES >> click here • Don't forget to leave feedback . You will receive TPT credits to be used towards future purchases! Happy Teaching! Mrs. Lena, M.Ed.
Share Wildflower Ramblings!Here are the best Living books for History Learning! I have been on the search for the perfect spine books to complement the Classical Conversation Cycles. Something that could be read each week. I love looking into many books and having many wonderful resources available, but sometimes a “spine” book is best, and...
Do you speak meme? Our students certainly do! I find myself browsing memes more often than I should. I even have a small (but growing) stash of them saved on my phone. A meme is
Perfect time to teach the 3 branches of government for kids. You'll discover books & activities you can do with your kids.
The US History and American History Interactive Notebook Bundle contains 10 best-selling notebooks for US History. This bundle includes over 200 resources -- a perfect addition to any early US history classroom. Use the American History notebooks as they are already created, and seamlessly integrate the resources into your own interactive notebook structure! The TEN notebooks that are included are: ⭐ 1.) 13 Colonies Interactive Notebook! Students Construct Learning on 13 Colonies! ⭐ 2.) American Revolution Interactive Notebook! Engaging Resource on Revolutionary War ⭐ 3.) Constitution Interactive Notebook! Engaging Notebook on the US Constitution! ⭐ 4.) New Nation Interactive Notebook! Active Learning on Washington, Adams, Jefferson, Madison, and Monroe ⭐ 5.) Age of Jackson Interactive Notebook! Engaging Resource on the Age of Jackson, Trail of Tears, & More! ⭐ 6.) Westward Expansion Interactive Notebook! Active Learning on Manifest Destiny! ⭐ 7.) Industrialization & Age of Reform Interactive Notebook! Revolution & Reformers! ⭐ 8.) Sectionalism Interactive Notebook! Engaging Resource on the Sectional Crisis! ⭐ 9.) Civil War Interactive Notebook! Engaging Resource on the American Civil War! ⭐ 10.) Reconstruction Interactive Notebook! Engaging Resource on US Reconstruction! ✩ ✩ Looking for DIGITAL notebooks? Check those out here! Enjoy! This product is included in either Standard or PLUS versions of the American History Part 1 Complete Curriculum! Enjoy either full-year, jam-packed curriculum that will keep students interested, engaged, and learning for the entire school year! ---- Be sure to follow the History with Mr E Facebook page, and don't forget to signup for the Social Studies Newsletter to receive information on flash sales, product releases, and classroom tips! ---- ***ATTENTION DISTRICTS AND DEPARTMENTS*** If you are purchasing for your school's department, please buy the appropriate amount of licenses. If it is purchased with school funds, it belongs to the school. If you are a large school district and you are interested in a full district license, please message me and I can work out a quote that is cheaper than what you see.
These fun and engaging argument games will get your students reading for their analyzing rhetoric unit or their argumentative writing unit! Students will be moving and collaborating while practicing critical argumentation skills!
Engaging Age of Exploration Unit with 10 lesson plans for 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grade. Every lesson, worksheet, and activity is planned.
I love, like really love, teaching the Bill of Rights. Our 5th grade study of the Bill of Rights leads to the most amazing, thought-provoking discussions and debates. First, it’s important to point out that I
Unearth the Transcontinental Railroad's impact & timeline with free StoryboardThat activities! Engage students with posters & other fun classroom lessons.
Provides educators with resources and recommendations for using picture books with upper elementary and middle school students.
Learn about the Civil War for kids with civil war worksheets, mapping major battlefields, famous civil war people, activities, and more.
This Lyndon B. Johnson Tab Booklet is great for third grade Georgia teachers or anyone teaching Lyndon B. Johnson on the elementary level. This pack is aligned to Georgia's third grade social studies standard SS3H2. This Lyndon B. Johnson Tab Booklet includes the following: 7 page student workbook 7 page teacher answer key-answers in red Click Here to Save 20% The booklet addresses the following standards on Lyndon B. Johnson: Barriers, restrictions, and obstacles he overcame How place impacted his life His character traits and how he used them Lyndon B. Johnson as an entrepreneur (jobs) Contained in the packet you will find: black and white printables for students color answer keys for teachers complete set of directions ***************************************************************************** Need more materials on Lyndon B. Johnson. Click the link below to see my Lyndon B. Johnson Bundle. This includes the student and teacher workbook in two formats, word wall set, task card set, notebook foldables, posters, and baseball cards. All my Lyndon B. Johnson products bundled together to save you money. Lyndon B. Johnson Bundle Need just the task cards on Lyndon B. Johnson. Click the link below. Lyndon B. Johnson Task Cards Need all 9 American Biographies for third grade. Check out my American Biographies Bundle pack that includes the tab booklets and teacher answer keys only. This bundle offers significant savings to you. Biographies Tab Booklet Bundle ***************************************************************************** Thank you for visiting. Did You Know: By providing feedback, you can get TPT credits to lower your cost of future products. Just log-in and go to your "My Purchases" page. Click provide feedback button next to the item your purchased. Leave a positive feedback and receive credits for future purchases. Plus, it helps me know exactly what you like about the product. Interested in being the first to know about sales, freebies, and new products. Click the green star at the top of my page near the store logo and become a follower. You'll receive e-mail updates about this store.
You'll not want to miss these points when teaching Fahrenheit 451. 451 is FIRE for teaching critical English skills while captiviating students of today.
Use this vetted list to help teach Early American History with movies to your high school homeschoolers: Colonial Times, Revolutionary War, Early Frontier Life, and Westward Expansion
Declaration of Independence Primary Sources for kids (5th grade and middle school) including free worksheets and teaching ideas. Join or Die, cartoons, etc.
My oldest son is studying American History and US Geography this year for 8th grade. I am in the process of making some printables that he can use for review and extra study time and so far I have made US Geography States Cards and these Presidents cards. I have lots more planned so keep checking here on homeschool giveaways!
10 Creative ways to embed social studies into your literacy block. Find fun westward expansion activities that address literacy standards with center ideas.
This American Revolution Review Game of Dominos is designed to help your students review for an assessment over the events leading to the American Revolution, key events and people of the American Revolution. You will receive: 60 different dominos that include 120 vocabulary and content terms for the American Revolution. Please view the preview for a dominos game in action! Do your students love this game? Buy the bundle of all of my different dominos games for US History. In this bundle you will receive: US History Review Games *************************************************************************** Customer Tips: How to get TPT credit to use on future purchases: • Please go to your My Purchases page (you may need to login). Beside each purchase you'll see a Provide Feedback button. Simply click it and you will be taken to a page where you can give a quick rating and leave a short comment for the product. Each time you give feedback, TPT gives you feedback credits that you use to lower the cost of your future purchases. I value your feedback greatly as it helps me determine which products are most valuable for your classroom so I can create more for you. ☺ Be the first to know about my new discounts, freebies and product launches: • Look for the green star next to my store logo and click it to become a follower. You will now receive email updates about this store. ☺ © Social Studies Success. All rights reserved by author. This product is to be used by the original downloader only. Copying for more than one teacher, classroom, department, school, or school system is prohibited. This product may not be distributed or displayed digitally for public view. Please so not upload to a shared computer space! Failure to comply is a copyright infringement and a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). Clipart and elements found in this PDF are copyrighted and cannot be extracted and used outside of this file without permission or license. Intended for classroom and personal use ONLY. All images are taken from public domain or purchased through Adobe Stock Photography. This includes images taken by employees of various US Government agencies; images published prior to 1923; or images that have otherwise been released to public domain. Please review all product descriptions and previews. If you have a question, contact me before you purchase at [email protected]. As this is a digital product, all sales are final.
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Bring history alive with this fun hands-on history idea for World War II! Teach kids about making do with the ingredients you have by making ration cakes.rn
5 Declaration of Independence Videos for kids (perfect for middle school or 5th grade). "Too late to Apologize" and other YouTube clips students will love!
Engage upper elementary and middle school students with a differentiated lesson on the Mexican-American War using informational text, a map activity, and an assessment.
If you're looking for STAAR review, I've got you covered! I'm sharing my favorite STAAR review activities that have been so successful in my classroom!
The Holocaust was one of the worst times in history and is a tough subject to teach. Here is a list of Holocaust movies for middle school and high school that are PG-13 or under.
