Curated OER
The Rise of English Democracy
In this rise of English democracy study guide worksheet, learners respond to 15 short answer questions. The questions correlate to assigned readings in a textbook.
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World Wide Web Historical Timeline
Students use newspapers and magazines to identify six recent political and social events from around the world. In groups, they use a timeline template to place the events on the timeline in chronological order. They share with the...
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Case Study - England: Early 1600s
In this England in the 1600's case study worksheet, students read a brief overview pertaining to the time period in English history and then respond to 2 short answer questions.
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History-5 Word Search
In this literacy worksheet, students find the words that are in the word search puzzle that focus upon the vocabulary that is from the theme of the sheet.
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A Common Thread
Sixth graders explore the Renaissance. In this Renaissance lesson, 6th graders study the culture and society of the middle ages. Students research the geography and climate of the times and discover how these affected agriculture.
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Learning to Teach: Dos and Don’ts
Walking the tightrope of etiquette involved with student teaching…in front of thirty kids.
Heritage Foundation
Procedural Rights: Amendments VI, VII, and VIII
Even in court, your class members have procedural rights provided by the amendments. Teach high schoolers this important lesson by using the 18th installment of a 20-part unit exploring the US Constitution. The resource provides several...
Center for Civic Education
Martin Luther King Jr. and the Power of Words
It is easy to forget the power that written or spoken word can have in effecting change. Using quotations from such inspirational leaders as Maya Angelou, Mahatma Gandhi, and Martin Luther King Jr., encourage your class members to...
Ashbrook Center at Ashland University
Bill of Rights
Do citizens need protection from the federal government? Scholars investigate why the framers of the Constitution created the first 10 amendments and what these amendments mean to citizens of the United States more than 200 years later....
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The Bill of Rights and the Founders
Young scholars explain similarities between historical statements of rights and their modern applications, explore ideas of "Rights of Englishmen" and natural rights, discuss evolution of concept of rights and its impact on Bill of...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Learning About Colonial Life
High schoolers use predictions to explore the lifestyle of American colonists. They draw conclusions about the culture of colonial America based on items used in daily life.
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The Glorious Revolution, the American Revolution, and the French Revolution
Pupils relate the Glorious Revolution, the American Revolution, and the French Revolution through web based research and scenarios.
Curated OER
Declaration of Independence
High schoolers analyze a copy of the Declaration of Independence to discover how it was adopted, approved, and signed. The tone and style of the document are analyzed for intention through an exploration its the language and vocabulary.
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Roll the Union On: the National Labor Relations Act and the Rise of the Congress of Industrial Organizations (CIO)
Pupils examine the many different programs Roosevelt created as a result of the Great Depression. They research the National Labor Relations Act and explore what working conditions were like during that time.
British Library
British Library:treasures in Full: Magna Carta
One of the most important documents in British History was the Magna Carta. On this site, you will be able to see a scan of the original document and understand why it was written.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Historic Documents: Magna Carta
A translation of the Magna Carta, broken into paragraphs for easier reading.
BBC
Bbc History: British History: Middle Ages: King John and the Magna Carta
This article about King John and the Magna Carta helps readers to see the document from the points of view of both John and the rebelling barons. It seems neither party was as serious about the document as we are today. Archived.
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Timelines.tv: A History of Britain
This outstanding site offers an interactive timeline that spans the breadth of British history from 1066 to the late 20th century. The timeline acts as a portal to high quality videos originally produced for the BBC that cover a broad...
National Archives (UK)
National Archives: Citizenship: A History of People, Right, and Power in Britain
What is citizenship and how has it changed? Learn about the rights of citizens in Britain from 1066-2003 and how they gained their civil rights and liberties. Then test your knowledge playing a variety of interactive games.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Quiz: Magna Carta in the Middle Ages
History Questions: Magna Carta Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
Ducksters
Ducksters: Kids History: The Magna Carta
Study the Magna Carta on this website. Learn about this famous document set the course for English Common Law as well as the US Constitution and Bill of Rights.
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: Magna Carta
Here is an easy-to-understand explanation of the importance of the Magna Carta.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Middle Ages for Kids: King John and the Magna Carta
Kids learn about King John and the Magna Carta from the Middle Ages and Medieval times on this site. Find out how this historical document set the stage for democracy in the west.
Exploring Ancient World Cultures
Exploring Ancient World Cultures: The Magna Carta
This site from the University of Evansville provides a full translation (from the original Latin) of the Magna Carta.