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The Tragedy of the Commons Simulation (Slides, Worksheet, Instructions)
Social Studies, History, Psychology, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Games
The Tragedy of the Commons Simulation introduces students to the economic concept of the "tragedy of the commons" through an engaging in-class game. Students compete in rounds to collect the most slips of paper, learning firsthand how self-interest can lead to overuse and depletion of shared resources. Accompanying slides explain the concept and connect it to real-world examples. This complete lesson includes teacher instructions outlining the lively simulation, student worksheets for reflection and discussion, printable slips for the game, and presentation slides summarizing key learnings. Applicable for middle and high school economics, social studies, or psychology, this hands-on group activity sparks critical thought on cooperation vs. competition and responsible use of shared resources.
Author Pygmalion Ed
Tags Economics, Social Studies, Psychology, Cooperation, Competition
Arctic Survival Activity – Team Building Lesson
Social Studies, History, History: World, Geography, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Games
The Arctic Survival Activity is a 15-page cooperative learning resource that allows students to work in groups and weigh survival options after a hypothetical plane crash in the arctic. Learners must reach consensus on difficult decisions about scarce supplies and resources. This activity builds classroom culture as groups navigate team dynamics. It includes PowerPoint slides to facilitate the activity, a printable student worksheet for ranking arctic survival items (Google Classroom compatible), and an answer key with explanations. As students debate and problem-solve, the activity enables discussions about group dynamics, leadership, communication styles, psychology, and more. Students love this engaging crash scenario that stretches their teamwork skills and tests their survival know-how against experts.
Author Pygmalion Ed
Tags Arctic, Survival, Group Activity, Team Building, Decision Making
Spin Zone Media Literacy Simulation (Press Secretary and News Anchor Game)
Social Studies, Government, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Games
Spin Zone Media Literacy Simulation introduces key media literacy concepts to students before guiding them through an engaging role-playing activity. Students take on the roles of either a press secretary trying to "spin" the news or a news anchor reporting the latest developments. The simulation covers important topics like media bias, information credibility, and news framing. By participating in this memorable game, students gain firsthand experience with how the modern media landscape operates. The activity is light-hearted and non-partisan, making it a student favorite. This media literacy resource can be implemented in a variety of ways, including whole class participation or small group work. The 37 slides walk students through the concepts and provide clear direction to make the simulation accessible for learners.
Author Pygmalion Ed
Tags Media Literacy, Simulation Game, Role Playing, News Spin, Media Bias
Create A Candidate (Engaging Local Election Simulation)
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Government, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Games
Create A Candidate is an engaging civics simulation where students run for local office in the fictional town of Genericburg. Students review background information and statistics about issues facing the town. Then they create a candidate profile, choosing their background and political positions. Students decide what policies and changes their candidate will campaign on to address Genericburg's problems. They strategize how their candidate will appeal to voters and budget fundraising and spending. Create A Candidate builds critical thinking as students identify effective solutions for the town's issues. This activity covers key civics and government content in an interactive way. The resource includes a slideshow explaining the simulation, teacher's guide, and student workbook with print and digital versions. Create A Candidate transforms a civics lesson into an exciting political campaign where students roleplay candidates aiming to win an election and improve a community.
Author Pygmalion Ed
Tags Civics, Government, Campaign, Election, Roleplay
Zombie Government! (An engaging government simulation on the role of government)
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Government, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Games
Zombie Government! is an engaging government simulation that puts students in charge of a quarantine zone (QZ) facing a zombie apocalypse. Students must make difficult decisions about how to govern the QZ, keep citizens safe, and distribute limited resources. This interactive game allows students to explore the roles and responsibilities of government through simulated scenarios involving potential rebellions, food shortages, corruption, and more. The simulation encourages collaboration, critical thinking, and problem solving as students navigate complex situations. This bundle from experienced educators includes detailed teacher guides, slides, and both digital and printable student workbooks to support implementation. Zombie Government helps students gain firsthand experience with the real-world challenges of leadership and governance.
Author Pygmalion Ed
Tags Government Simulation, Social Studies Games, Leadership Activities, Critical Thinking
Engaging Congressional Simulation (A fun, interactive way to teach Congress!)
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Government, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Games
The Engaging Congressional Simulation is an interactive activity that brings Congress to life in your classroom. Students take on the role of Senators, representing the voters of their state. They must pass or reject bills based on their voters' preferences, requiring thoughtful decision-making and political strategy. To get bills passed, students engage in lively deal-making and persuasion with their fellow Senators. This 16-page package includes everything needed to conduct the simulation: teacher directions, a guiding slideshow that explains key concepts, spreadsheets to track bill votes, and pointers for debriefing. The activity covers topics like bipartisanship, filibusters, party politics, and the legislative process. Students find it entertaining while gaining insight into how Congress really works. Use it to supplement instruction on government or hold an exciting Congressional simulation that your students will always remember.
Author Pygmalion Ed
Tags Congress, Simulation, Government, Politics, Civics
Unions Simulation (An engaging way to teach Industrialization and Urbanization)
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Government, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Games
The Unions Simulation is an engaging 21-page teaching resource that allows students to simulate the tense relationships that existed between union leaders and company leaders during the Industrialization and Urbanization of America. Through guided slides, a warm-up activity, goal statement, agenda, mini-lecture slides, and an immersive in-class simulation with directions, students take on roles of both workers and managers in the early 20th century labor movement. An exit ticket assignment is also included to assess student understanding. This fun and interactive game is an impactful way for educators to cover key aspects of this important era in American history across grades 7-12. With differentiated materials for both individuals and groups, it can be implemented in various ways such as whole class, small groups, or as a homework supplement.
Author Pygmalion Ed
Tags Unions, Simulation, Industrialization, Urbanization, Labor Movement, Interactive, Engaging, Immersive, Differentiated
Foreign Policy Unit & Simulation (Slides, simulation sheets, worksheets+)
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Government, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Engaging Foreign Policy Unit and Simulation for Secondary Students\nThis foreign policy unit equips secondary teachers with an engaging resource to help students understand the interconnectedness of the world. It examines the various tools countries use to influence global events, from diplomacy to military intervention. The unit includes an informative slide deck explaining key foreign policy concepts, embedded videos, and a simulation activity inspired by real-world events. Students take on roles of world leaders and use negotiation, threats, or force to achieve their goals. Supporting materials provide implementation guidance and worksheets like a Crash Course viewing guide. With over 40 pages of compelling content, this unit offers an outstanding value. It has everything needed to teach an illuminating unit on foreign policy and how nations interact on the global stage.
Author Pygmalion Ed
Tags Foreign Policy, Simulation, Global Issues, World Leaders, Negotiation
Economic Systems Game (Engaging and Memorable Rock, Paper, Scissors Game)
Social Studies, Economics, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Games
The Economic Systems Game is an engaging rock, paper, scissors activity that creates a classroom economy using provided "class bucks". Students attempt to "get rich" by playing against classmates. This memorable simulation demonstrates in a simplistic way how different economic systems operate and affect human behavior.\n\nThe game introduces and provides context about capitalism, socialism, and communism. Common critiques of each system are included as well. The non-partisan game and slides do not show preference towards any one type of system. \n\nThis routine highlight of the school year comes with class slides, printable "class bucks", and a teacher guide. It is designed to spark thorough discussions about how economic systems can impact government, politics, culture, and more.
Author Pygmalion Ed
Tags Economics, Systems, Classroom, Activity, Discussion
Creating a Perfect Society (A Collaborative, Creative, and Engaging Activity)
Social Studies, History, Sociology, Not Grade Specific, Activities
Creating a Perfect Society is a collaborative and creative activity that engages students in imagining an ideal society. Students work together to develop a fictional society that addresses fundamental questions about how a society should function, make decisions, maintain peace and justice, distribute power, and prioritize values. This flexible resource includes visually appealing slides and printable student workbooks compatible with distance learning. As students compare their "perfect society" with classmates' versions, personalities shine through. Teachers guide discussions about societal issues, structure, governance, sovereignty, individualist versus collectivist cultures, and dominant cultural values. This cross-curricular activity sparks lively debate for social studies, government, or sociology classes. Allow creativity to flourish as students collaboratively build their version of an ideal society with this versatile resource!
Author Pygmalion Ed
Tags Society, Collaborate, Create, Engage, Imagine, Ideal
Lord of the Flies Unit Plan: Read through a choice of 2 different lenses!
ELA, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
The Lord of the Flies Unit Plan offers educators a comprehensive set of materials for teaching the classic novel by William Golding. Teachers can engage students by having them read the text through different lenses - Psychology or Gender - working in groups focused on their chosen perspective. The unit includes a complete sequence of assignments customized for each lens, exploring themes and analyzing characters while building critical thinking skills. Students will complete activities like a Double Entry Journal, Socratic Seminar, Symbolism Word Splash, Theme Essay, and Creative Writing. Clear instructions and rubrics are provided for the diverse assignments. This unit plan positions learners to direct their own study of Lord of the Flies, packaged in an adaptable Google Doc format ready for digital or print distribution. The materials aim to ignite student-centered, meaningful discussion and analysis of this influential work of literature.
Author The Red-Haired Reader
Tags Unit Plan, Literature, Classic Novel, William Golding, Lord Of The Flies, Reading Lenses, Psychology, Gender, Socratic Seminar, Symbolism, Theme Essay, Creative Writing
Entrepreneurship: Creating Your Own Value Proposition Canvas (Google 1:1)
Life Studies, Business, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Introducing an interactive entrepreneurship packet that guides students to create their own value proposition canvas. Students will learn the key components of a value proposition and apply their knowledge by developing a value proposition for a product or service idea. The packet includes an introduction to value propositions, a video to reinforce learning, and scaffolded activities for brainstorming customer jobs, pains, and gains. Students will synthesize their ideas into a value proposition canvas model. This creativity-sparking packet works well for individual assignments in Google Classroom or as printed sheets. The engaging activities encourage critical thinking as students map how their product or service delivers value to customers. In just 7 pages, this packet leads students step-by-step through the value proposition design process.
Author Pygmalion Ed
Tags Value Proposition, Entrepreneurship, Business, Creativity, Critical Thinking
Minimum Viable Product Packet and Practice Problems (Google 1:1)
Life Studies, Business, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Introducing a Work Packet and Practice Problems on Minimal Viable Products for Business Classes\nThis 4-page work packet helps students understand the concept of a minimal viable product (MVP) in entrepreneurship and business. Students read an informative introduction explaining what an MVP is along with a video to provide further context. Next, students apply their knowledge by reviewing MVP business ideas from aspiring entrepreneurs and providing constructive feedback. Finally, students flex their creative problem-solving skills by adapting one of their own business ideas into a minimal viable product. This engaging packet is designed for individual Google Classroom assignment but also works well printed for in-person activities. The real-world applications allow students to step into the role of business consultants analyzing ideas and actions. Business and entrepreneurship teachers could implement this versatile resource for individual practice or collaborative group work.
Author Pygmalion Ed
Tags Business, Entrepreneur, Problem Solving, MVP, Product Design
Why We Crave Horror Movies Stephen King Analysis and Comprehension Google Doc
ELA, Writing, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Assessments
Comprehending Stephen King's Famous 1981 Essay Why We Crave Horror Movies\nThis 8-question Google Doc resource helps students deeply analyze Stephen King's seminal 1981 essay explaining why human beings are drawn to horror entertainment. It includes a link to King's full essay text followed by insightful comprehension questions that guide learners to understand King's central thesis and analyze his use of literary techniques like metaphor and allusion. Applicable for grades 7-12, this document facilitates rich discussion around the psychological appeal of fright while building critical thinking skills. Whether incorporated into a broader horror/suspense unit or used to prime interest before a scary story, it allows educators to tap their students' natural fascination with the macabre in a thoughtful academic context.
Author The Red-Haired Reader
Tags Stephen King, Horror Analysis, Figurative Language, Author's Purpose, Reading Comprehension
Disabled by Wilfred Owen stanza-by-stanza poetry analysis questions- Google Doc!
ELA, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Assessments
Analyzing Wilfred Owen's Impactful WWI Poem "Disabled"\nThis ready-to-use Google Doc aids students in analyzing the powerful anti-war poem "Disabled" by acclaimed World War I poet Wilfred Owen. The document scaffolds the analysis by providing the full text of the poem broken down stanza-by-stanza in the left column. The middle column poses insightful questions about the poem's diction, imagery, figurative language, characterization, theme, tone, symbolism, foreshadowing and plot. Students respond to questions in the right column. A detailed answer key at the bottom assists educators in assessing student understanding. This multifaceted analysis encourages rich discussion and deep understanding of this haunting poem and its themes related to the physical and psychological impacts of war.
Author The Red-Haired Reader
Tags Owen Disabled Analysis, War Poem Questions, Wwi Antiwar Poem, Disabled Wilfred Owen, Poem Analysis Scaffold
Suspense in chapter 2 of Stephen King's The Mist: Strong Characters + answer key
ELA, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Assessments
Analyze Suspense in Stephen King's The Mist Chapter 2\nThis 4-page Google Doc resource helps students study suspense in chapter 2 of Stephen King's horror novella The Mist. Students will analyze King's use of strong character development to build suspense in the text. The questions prompt critical thinking about main characters like David, Billy, Steff, Mr. Norton, and Mrs. Carmody. A chart is provided for students to record details about each character's relationship to the narrator, personality traits, supporting text evidence, and their contribution to suspense. Two bonus questions also ask about the mysterious Arrowhead Project and King's use of cliffhangers. A suggested answer key is included for teacher reference. This literacy resource for grades 7-12 develops critical analysis and close reading skills.
Author The Red-Haired Reader
Tags Suspense, The Mist, Stephen King, Characters, Analysis, Literacy
The F-Word from Funny in Farsi by Dumas Speed Dating Discussion Activity!
ELA, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Assessments
The F-Word from Funny in Farsi Speed Dating Discussion Activity provides educators with a set of 12 engaging discussion prompts to help students analyze the short story "The F-Word" from Firoozeh Dumas' memoir Funny in Farsi. This interactive resource transforms a traditional class discussion into an energetic speed dating activity where students analyze the text in pairs. The laminated prompt cards can be reused and allow each student to discuss every question through timed rotations. An optional reflection activity is also included to wrap up the lesson. This versatile discussion activity works well for whole class or small group settings in grades 7-12 language arts and literature courses. The prompts delve deeply into plot, characters, themes, and personal connections to the short story.
Author The Red-Haired Reader
Tags F-word, Funny In Farsi, Short Story, Discussion, Speed Dating, Prompts, Analysis, Plot, Characters, Themes, Connections
The Mist chapters 10-11 Suspense Elements Analysis Questions!
ELA, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Assessments
The Mist Chapters 10-11 Suspense Analysis Questions\nThis 3-page Google Doc provides educators with 10 multi-part short answer questions that analyze the suspense elements in chapters 10-11 of The Mist by Stephen King. Students will examine how chapter 10 builds suspense through endangered characters and the villain Mrs. Carmody. Additionally, they will analyze the suspense created by the lack of resolution at the end of chapter 11. These thought-provoking questions can be used for individual work, small group discussion, or whole class learning. With multiple question formats that demand a thorough understanding of literary techniques, this resource offers a meaningful assessment of student comprehension.
Author The Red-Haired Reader
Tags Suspense, Analysis, Literary Techniques, Comprehension
Snow Day by Billy Collins stanza-by-stanza poetry analysis questions!
ELA, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Assessments
Poetry Analysis Questions for Snow Day by Billy Collins\n\nDig deeper into the vivid imagery and meaning in Billy Collins' poem Snow Day with this 2-page poetry analysis worksheet. Questions are organized stanza-by-stanza to guide students in analyzing Collins' diction, imagery, syntax, theme, characterization, and author's purpose. As they reflect on descriptive details like "the bees are flying fists" and significant phrases like "the world is a lot wider than a backyard," students will develop a richer understanding of the poem and how Collins uses figurative language to explore concepts like wonder and the relationship between humans and nature. With thought-provoking questions suited for individual work or classroom discussion, this worksheet can flexibly supplement study of contemporary American poetry.
Author The Red-Haired Reader
Tags Poetry Analysis, Figurative Language, Imagery, Billy Collins, Contemporary Poetry
Suspense in Chapter 1 of Stephen King's The Mist: Diction and Setting + answers
ELA, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Assessments
Examining Suspense in Stephen King's The Mist\n\nThis educational resource helps secondary students analyze Stephen King's use of suspense in the first chapter of his novella The Mist, originally published in the short story collection Skeleton Crew. The 8 text-based questions guide learners to examine how King establishes an ominous tone and foreshadowing through descriptive diction and details about the setting. As students respond to the thought-provoking questions, they will gain a deeper understanding of how an acclaimed horror writer immediately draws in readers and develops an atmosphere thick with tension. This practical literacy activity comes with a suggested answer key so educators can easily implement it during suspense, horror, or Stephen King units. The Google Doc format allows teachers flexibility for whole-class analysis, small literature circles, or independent skill-building.
Author The Red-Haired Reader
Tags Suspense, Foreshadowing, Diction, Setting, Tone
The Mist ch 4 Suspense Element: Perilous Situation Analysis Activity + Rubric
ELA, Literature, Common Core, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Rubrics, Teacher Tools
The Perilous Situation Character Reaction Prediction Activity for The Mist by Stephen King provides educators with a partner activity to analyze the suspense elements in chapter 4. Students will closely read the diction describing the ominous mist and emerging tentacles to make inferences about the peril the characters face. Partners will then make reasoned predictions on how protagonists such as David, Billy, and the group at the grocery store will emotionally and behaviorally react to this dangerous scenario. Includes a grading rubric aligned to Common Core standards. This activity promotes collaborative critical thinking skills to prepare students for Common Core assessments. Appropriate for grades 7-12 language arts or literature classes reading The Mist. Can be utilized for whole-class analysis or small group work.
Author The Red-Haired Reader
Tags Perilous Situation, Character Reaction, Prediction, Suspense Analysis, The Mist, Stephen King
America, Land of the Free from Funny in Farsi by Dumas Speed Dating Discussion!
ELA, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Assessments
Introducing America, Land of the Free from Funny in Farsi by Dumas Speed Dating Discussion, an engaging 12-question activity to spur discussion and analysis of the short story. With questions tailored to Firoozeh Dumas' humorous and poignant depiction of experiencing her first Thanksgiving dinner in America, this resource turns learning into conversation. Teachers can implement this speed dating activity to get students reflecting on themes of cultural adjustment, immigration, and belonging. Prep simply involves copying discussion prompts for students to tackle in pairs. Set a timer to switch pairs and ensure all students address every thought-provoking question. Wrap up with the included reflective writing prompt. This versatile and lively speed dating discussion breathes energy into textual analysis while aligning to 7th-12th grade Language Arts curriculums. Let your students make meaningful connections to this heartwarming tale of what it means to be American.
Author The Red-Haired Reader
Tags Speed Dating, Discussion, Analysis, Immigration, Cultural Adjustment, Belonging
On Turning Ten by Billy Collins line-by-line chunked poetry analysis Google Doc
ELA, Literature, Poetry, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Assessments
On Turning Ten Poetry Analysis Worksheet breaks down Billy Collins' poem line-by-line into manageable chunks. With guided questions, students will analyze the poem's diction, theme, tone, imagery, and symbolism. This 2-page Google Docs resource allows flexible implementation for various student groupings and assignments. Teachers can utilize the analysis to spark engaging class discussions or independent poetry study. The questions aim to deepen literary comprehension and appreciation of Collins' Coming of Age poem. Educators seeking resources to meet 7th-12th grade Language Arts poetry objectives would benefit from adding this assessment to their curriculum. The worksheet models close reading and evidence-based response expected for standardized assessments. Whether distance learning or in-person, the On Turning Ten Poetry Analysis Worksheet is an impactful tool to inspire meaningful poetry analysis.
Author The Red-Haired Reader
Tags Billy Collins, Poetry Analysis, On Turning Ten, Coming Of Age, Google Doc, Language Arts, Close Reading
A Sound of Thunder by Ray Bradbury 10 question multiple choice quiz with answers
ELA, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, Quizzes, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools
A Sound of Thunder by Ray Bradbury 10 Question Multiple Choice Quiz\nThis 10-question multiple choice quiz provides a text-based assessment on the Ray Bradbury short story "A Sound of Thunder". It focuses on key aspects of the story such as symbolism, characterization, suspense, figurative language, syntax, and foreshadowing. The questions evaluate student comprehension and analysis of this popular science fiction text. An answer key is included for teacher convenience when grading or reviewing the quiz. This resource can be utilized in various ways - as an individual quiz, group work, or homework assignment. The multiple choice format allows for quick and simple scoring.
Author The Red-Haired Reader
Tags Short Story, Quiz, Assessment, Literary Analysis