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A research-and-writing project that guides students through researching John Calvin's life and religious legacy and writing a formatted 5-paragraph research essay, supported by a research organizer, writing-tips checklist, and grading rubric.
A research-and-writing project that guides students through researching John Locke's life and philosophical legacy and writing a formatted 5-paragraph research essay, supported by a research organizer, writing-tips checklist, and grading rubric.
A scaffolded research organizer and 5-paragraph essay assignment guiding students through researching and writing about the life and philosophical legacy of Karl Marx.
Guide students through researching and writing a formatted 5-paragraph biographical research essay on Martin Luther, the Protestant reformer.
Guides students to research the life of Plato and produce a structured, MLA-cited biographical research essay.
A scaffolded research and writing packet guiding students from biographical fact-finding about Sigmund Freud through drafting and self/peer-assessing a 5-paragraph research essay on his life and psychoanalytic legacy.
Guide students through researching the life of St. Augustine of Hippo and writing a structured 5-paragraph biography research essay, with an included teacher rubric for assessment.
Guide students to research and write a 5-paragraph biography research essay about Barack Obama (U.S. president)
Guides students through independent biographical research on Dwight D. Eisenhower and the writing of a 5-paragraph research essay, using a graphic-organizer worksheet, a peer/self writing-tips checklist, and a scored essay rubric.
Guides students through independent biographical research on James Madison and a structured 5-paragraph research-essay assignment (thesis-driven introduction, early-life paragraph, exploring Madison’s achievements while president, analyzing Madison’s historical legacy, conclusion, and works cited page).
Guide students through independently researching the life and influence of Theodore Roosevelt, using a scored rubric and biographical organizer to produce a 5-paragraph research essay.
A high-school lesson plan and worksheet on how Enlightenment thinkers (John Locke, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Baron de Montesquieu, Voltaire, Cesar Beccaria) influenced the American Revolution and the establishment of U.S. government.
The heritage project combines research with several ways to share learning. Students trace a family line, organize a six-paragraph culture essay, prepare a tri-fold display with four representative items and present at a cultural fair. The parent letter, draft outline and rubric help teachers explain the assignment and schedule preparation before fair day.
A middle/high school civics lesson on how public policy and law are made, using a scenario about banning vehicles from a city park to explore the difficulty of writing clear, comprehensive rules.
Children make a paper house that opens to reveal a drawing of their family. Two house-front options offer different door styles, with a personalized label area and directions for coloring, cutting, folding and gluing. Let learners choose the version before assembly and invite them to describe only the details from their drawing they wish to share.
Free download A short biography of Martin Luther King Jr. paired with comprehension and vocabulary activities.
Organize a country project with a checklist, research prompts and note-taking pages that keep sources alongside students’ findings. Learners choose at least four of seven topics and develop at least four paragraphs, then add illustrated fast facts and five attractions. Writing templates and a rubric make expectations visible from the start, while optional pages allow students to extend their reports.
Builds reading comprehension and background knowledge of the history and traditions of the Ancient Olympic Games.
A Stargirl project menu offers eight ways to respond to the novel, including illustrating a scene, examining quotations, exploring kindness, changing point of view, and writing a final chapter. A required reflection asks about character change and traits. Rubrics or checklists accompany selected projects, helping students understand the expectations for their chosen response.
3D craft ornament project pairing Black History figure research with reflective writing prompts, for Black History Month.
This activity will guide you to do an lap book of Abraham Lincoln in a easy and fun way.
Amelia Earhart : Mini Unit is a great resource to teach your students about the life and achievements of Amelia Earhart. Included in the file are: Reading sheets covering Earhart's early life, flying achievements, and final journey around…
The American Civil War Interactive Foldable Booklets - EBOOK An invaluable learning resource for educators aiming to captivate their pupils with the intriguing history of the American Civil War, applicable for students from Grade 2 through…
The American Flag Interactive Foldable Booklets - EBOOK This is a versatile teaching resource that provides an engaging way to explore the history and symbolism of the American flag.