Spark students' imagination as they learn about the architecture of the Middle Ages. The cross-curricular activities in this teacher's guide for Castles and Forts will increase their knowledge of European history and geography, as they study the purpose and locations of these historic structures.

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Exit Tickets for Middle School Classrooms

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Geography Activities for Middle School

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Test Prep Strategies, Tools, and Practice Questions

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The Medieval Castle Word Power

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Fairest and Writing Magic Teacher's Guide

This teacher's guide includes resources for two of Gail Carson Levine's books: discussion questions for Fairest and writ...

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The Sea of Trolls Teacher's Guide

The pre-reading activities in this guide will provide students with a basic knowledge of mythology and prepare them to r...

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Kingfisher Knowledge Guide: Dangerous Creatures Teacher's Guide

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Red Scarf Girl Teacher's Guide

Study a difficult time in Chinese history with this teacher's guide to Ji-li Jiang's Red Scarf Girl: A Memoir of the Cul...

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Reading Group Guide: Angel on the Square

Use the discussion questions in this printable reading-group guide to explore the themes in Angel on the Square by Glori...

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