HS US History Prior to 1877
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Bundled Mini-Lesson: Lincoln at Gettysburg
MSRP: $7.50$6.00Abraham Lincoln's address at Gettysburg on November 19, 1863 is one of the most compelling speeches in American history. In the midst of a civil war that threatened to destroy the Union, Lincoln implored Northerners to honor those who had perished during...MSRP: $7.50$6.00 -
Comparing the Articles of Confederation and the U.S. Constitution
$7.50This activity features three separate graphic organizers to allow students to understand the differences and similarities between the Articles of Confederation and the United States Constitution. *features a graphic organizer to analyze the weaknesses...$7.50 -
Political Cartoon: School Begins
$2.50School Begins was created by Louis Dalrymple and first appeared in Puck magazine on January 25, 1899. Published shortly after the Spanish-American War, the cartoon was originally intended to support America’s continued expansion and promote the...$2.50 -
Assessing Reconstruction: Was it a Success or Failure?
$7.50Great activity to allow students to dive deeper into the many events and legislation occurring in Reconstruction. Activity includes: Graphic organizer to understand and issue a judgement of success or failure regarding Reconstruction key terms,...$7.50 -
Facts and Statistics for the American Civil War
$5.00This set includes a series of graphic organizers for research, note taking, partner activities, and more! Organizers are focused on these strands of the American Civil War: Basic Statistics Key Terms Important People Strategies and Preparation for...$5.00 -
Bundled Unit: Everything You Need to Know About the Constitution!
MSRP: $38.50$30.00Perhaps the most important area of focus in any class involving United States History or Government, this unit contains everything your students need to know about the Constitution! The wealth of resources includes the following: A paraphrased...MSRP: $38.50$30.00 -
Bundle: The Constitution and the Bill of Rights
MSRP: $8.00$6.50Whether you are searching for that Constitution Day lesson or beginning a unit on the Constitution, this bundle is ideal! As an introduction, the bundle begins with a paraphrased version of both the Constitution and Bill of Rights, as...MSRP: $8.00$6.50 -
The Constitution
$5.00Need a guide to the Constitution? Then this resource is PERFECT! The PowerPoint introduces the principles behind and structure of the Constitution. Students will learn about the meaning and origins of federalism, separation of powers,...$5.00 -
The Branches of Government
$2.00This PowerPoint is an excellent means of introducing the ideas of both separation of power and checks and balances. The presentation begins with an explanation of the powers of each branch of the federal government. The second part of the presentation...$2.00 -
Project: Ratifying the Constitution
$2.00Building upon a discussion of The Federalist Papers and The Antifederalist Papers, students will create a poster that either supports of opposes ratification or the Constitution. Ideally, the project uses a sheet of 11 x 17 paper. A...$2.00 -
The Federalist Papers
$2.00This PowerPoint leads students through an introduction to The Federalist Papers, emphasizing what are widely-considered to be the three most prominent articles: Federalist 10, 51, and 78. The presentation also includes an overview of the...$2.00 -
The Legislative Branch
$2.50This PowerPoint is an excellent means of introducing the Legislative Branch of the national government to students! Beginning with the requirements for serving in the House and Senate, the PowerPoint guides students through an...$2.50