8th Grade Social Studies and History

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  • African-American Scientist Social Media Profile

    LESSON PLANS

    African-American Scientists: A Comprehensive Social Media Account Project

    In this project, students will research a notable African-American scientist and then create a social media account for…

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    Scientists
    Science Activities and Experiments
    Science
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  • Cultures Day Project Ideas

    WORKSHEETS

    Cultures Day Project Ideas

    Follow these guidelines for conducting a Cultures Day event, where students teach each other about various cultures.

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    Social Studies and History
    African-American History
    Culture and Diversity
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  • TEACHING RESOURCE

    Current Challenges in the African-American Community

    Learn about the challenges faced by today's African-American community.

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    Social Studies and History
    African-American History
    Equality Struggles
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  • Notable African-American Women Quiz

    ASSESSMENT

    Notable African-American Women Quiz

    Celebrate Women's History Month (March) and Black History Month (February) with this printable multiple-choice quiz…

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    Social Studies and History
    African-American History
    African Americans
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  • Jackie Robinson Biography & Activities

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    Jackie Robinson Biography & Activities

    Read about Jackie Robinson's achievements, and explore the related activities to learn more about this pioneering…

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    Social Studies and History
    African-American History
    Sports
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  • The Civil Rights Movement

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    The Civil Rights Movement

    Explore the key people and events of the Civil Rights Movement in the United States. A great resource for Black History…

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    Social Studies and History
    African-American History
    Civil Rights
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  • LESSON PLANS

    The Struggle Against Segregation

    Students learn about the history of segregation in the United States by reading about the Little Rock Nine, a courageous…

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    Social Studies and History
    African-American History
    Segregation
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    The Rodney King Riots

    The Rodney King incident exposed racism in the L.A. police department, and triggered five days of violent rioting.

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    Social Studies and History
    African-American History
    Racism
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  • MLK Day Videos and Activities

    ACTIVITIES

    Martin Luther King, Jr. Videos & Activities

    Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is observed on January 21, 2019. Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King with these…

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    Social Studies and History
    African-American History
    Civil Rights
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    Interactive Timeline

    Students will explore ragtime music and gain an understanding of its development in relation to jazz. They will also…

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    Language Arts and Writing
    Twentieth Century
    Music
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    Top Kwanzaa Activities (Grades K-8)

    Find fun and educational arts & crafts activities to enjoy while celebrating Kwanzaa. Introduce students who may be…

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    Social Studies and History
    American History/U.S. History
    African-American History
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  • ACTIVITIES

    Ideas for Black History Month Field Trips

    Discover a list of places you and your students could photograph for inclusion in the Black History Virtual Field Trip.

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    Social Studies and History
    American History/U.S. History
    African-American History
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  • The Harlem Renaissance Activities

    WORKSHEETS

    The Harlem Renaissance Activities

    Students read an overview of the Harlem Renaissance, a period of intellectual and artistic achievement in Harlem. They…

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    Social Studies and History
    African-American History
    Twentieth Century
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  • Black Biographies

    WORKSHEETS

    Black Biographies

    Develop research and composition skills with this Black Biographies activity for Black History Month (February) or…

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    African-American History
    American History/U.S. History
    Social Studies and History
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  • Parliament of Canada: Matching Activity

    WORKSHEETS

    Parliament of Canada: Matching Activity

    The political figures listed in this worksheet made history when they were elected or appointed to their position in the…

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    Social Studies and History
    Canadian History
    Political Figures
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  • EDITOR'S COLLECTIONS

    Top Trip Ideas for Black History Month

    Looking for fun activities to get your kids into Black History Month? Try these trip ideas that will make…

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    African-American History
    American History/U.S. History
    Social Studies and History
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  • Individual Room Temperature Controls Puzzle & Reading Passage

    GAMES AND APPS

    Individual Room Temperature Controls Puzzle & Reading Passage

    This article depicts the story of Alice Parker, an African-American woman who invented a gas furnace for central heating…

    Subjects:
    Language Arts and Writing
    Social Studies and History
    Suffrage and Women's Rights
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  • TEACHING RESOURCE

    Old South Meeting House

    Photo of the Old South Meeting House in Boston; Phillis Wheatley was a member of the congregation.

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    Reading and Literature
    Social Studies and History
    African-American History
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  • Celebrate African-American Heritage & Culture

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    Celebrate African-American Heritage & Culture

    Enhance understanding with a teaching guide that offers books about African-American history and culture appropriate for…

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    Culture and Diversity
    Social Studies and History
    Multiculturalism
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  • Fever 1793 Teacher's Guide

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    Fever 1793 Teacher's Guide

    Explore late eighteenth-century life in America with the discussion topics and cross-curricular activities in this…

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    Literature
    Historical Fiction
    Language Arts and Writing
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  • The Life and Accomplishments of Martin Luther King, Jr.

    WORKSHEETS

    The Life and Accomplishments of Martin Luther King Jr.

    Share the story of Martin Luther King Jr.'s achievements, and assign the related activities to your students to help…

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    Social Studies and History
    African-American History
    Civil Rights
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  • LESSON PLANS

    African-American Gospel Music

    Introduce Gospel music while explaining lyrical meaning and cultural values. This is an excellent music lesson to use…

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    Social Studies and History
    African-American History
    Music Appreciation
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  • REFERENCE

    Jackie Robinson and Civil Rights

    Students think critically about the Civil Rights movement and its key players as they explore a biographical site about…

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    Social Studies and History
    African-American History
    Civil Rights
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  • Quiz: More African American History

    ASSESSMENT

    Quiz: More African American History

    Kids and adults can test their knowledge of African American history with this Black History Month quiz.

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    Social Studies and History
    African-American History
    African Americans
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