History Archives - TeachHUB https://www.teachhub.com/themes/history/ TeachHUB is an online resource center for educators and teachers Mon, 30 Jan 2023 18:31:27 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.teachhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/teachhub-favicon-150x150.png History Archives - TeachHUB https://www.teachhub.com/themes/history/ 32 32 Revolutionary War Battles https://www.teachhub.com/in-the-classroom/writing-prompts/2020/12/revolutionary-war-battles/ Wed, 02 Dec 2020 19:06:24 +0000 https://www.teachhub.com/?post_type=writing_prompts&p=6230 Students research the Revolutionary War to determine the most important battle.

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Begin a unit on the Revolutionary War with this writing prompt to assess what students already know. They can also look back at this writing assignment to see how much they have learned to add to their prior knowledge.

Learning Objectives

(ELA-LITERACY.W.8.8) Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, using search terms effectively; assess the credibility and accuracy of each source; and quote or paraphrase the data and conclusions of others while avoiding plagiarism and following a standard format for citation.


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]]> Slaves Freed of the Civil War https://www.teachhub.com/in-the-classroom/writing-prompts/2020/11/slaves-freed-of-the-civil-war/ Mon, 30 Nov 2020 17:18:28 +0000 https://www.teachhub.com/?post_type=writing_prompts&p=6158 Students explore where they’d go as freed slaves after the Civil War.

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In 1862, President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation which declared enslaved people be freed. Then in January 1863, all enslaved people were finally freed from slavery. In this writing prompt, students will write an essay as if they were a freed slave of the Civil War.

Learning Objectives

(ELA-LITERACY.W.7.3) Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences.


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]]> Henry’s Freedom Box https://www.teachhub.com/in-the-classroom/writing-prompts/2020/11/henrys-freedom-box/ Fri, 20 Nov 2020 20:28:37 +0000 https://www.teachhub.com/?post_type=writing_prompts&p=5991 After reading Henry’s Freedom Box, students determine if the friends should’ve helped.

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The fight for freedom is at the heart of American history. In the book Henry’s Freedom Box, we witness Henry fight for his freedom. It is through the help of “friends” that Henry is able to make it to freedom. The students will write an opinion piece taking a stance on if they think that the “friends” should have risked their freedom to ensure that Henry was free.

Learning Objectives

  • (ELA-Literacy.W.4.1.a) Introduce a topic or text clearly, state an opinion, and create an organizational structure in which related ideas are grouped to support the writer’s purpose.
  • (ELA-Literacy.W.4.1.b) Provide reasons that are supported by facts and details.

 

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]]> We March https://www.teachhub.com/in-the-classroom/writing-prompts/2020/11/we-march/ Thu, 19 Nov 2020 17:20:29 +0000 https://www.teachhub.com/?post_type=writing_prompts&p=5949 Young learners explore the role marches played in the fight for equality.

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Marches have historically been a key component in the fight for equality. In the children’s book, We March, by Shane W. Evans, the author gives the readers a glimpse into the preparation for a march. The students will write an explanatory essay about the purposes of marches in relation to fighting for equality.

Learning Objectives

(ELA-Literacy.W.1.2) Write informative/explanatory texts in which they name a topic, supply some facts about the topic, and provide some sense of closure.


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]]> The Underdogs https://www.teachhub.com/in-the-classroom/writing-prompts/2020/11/the-underdogs/ Wed, 18 Nov 2020 18:32:28 +0000 https://www.teachhub.com/?post_type=writing_prompts&p=5919 Students share a time they succeed as an underdog through informative writing.

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The winning story of an underdog is very inspiring, but can be despised by some. In this writing prompt, students are reminded of how our country was considered the underdog in the War of 1812.

Learning Objectives

  • (ELA-Literacy.W.9-10.2) Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content.
  • (ELA-Literacy.W.9-10.2.B) Develop the topic with well-chosen, relevant, and sufficient facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples appropriate to the audience’s knowledge of the topic.

 

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]]> Civil Rights Leadership https://www.teachhub.com/in-the-classroom/writing-prompts/2020/11/civil-rights-leadership/ Tue, 17 Nov 2020 20:32:17 +0000 https://www.teachhub.com/?post_type=writing_prompts&p=5880 Students examine violent and non-violent leadership styles of the Civil Rights Movement.

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This is an exciting and interactive lesson for 7th-grade history with timely reflection on the Civil Rights Movement and leadership.

Learning Objectives 

  • (ELA-LITERACY.W.7.1) Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
  • (ELA-LITERACY.W.7.1.A) Introduce claim(s), acknowledge alternate or opposing claims, and organize the reasons and evidence logically.

 

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]]> Abraham Lincoln – A Great President https://www.teachhub.com/in-the-classroom/writing-prompts/2020/11/abraham-lincoln-a-great-president/ Tue, 10 Nov 2020 18:01:59 +0000 https://www.teachhub.com/?post_type=writing_prompts&p=5703 After exploring the accomplishments of Abraham Lincoln, students write an informative essay.

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Abraham Lincoln is remembered as one of the greatest presidents of all time and had a significant impact on the history of America. In this lesson, students will learn about the biography of Abraham Lincoln by watching a video, then answering a writing prompt.

Learning Objectives

(ELA-LITERACY.W.2.2) Write informative/explanatory texts in which they introduce a topic, use facts and definitions to develop points, and provide a concluding statement or section.


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]]> Does History Repeat Itself? https://www.teachhub.com/in-the-classroom/writing-prompts/2020/10/does-history-repeat-itself/ Fri, 09 Oct 2020 20:34:29 +0000 https://www.teachhub.com/?post_type=writing_prompts&p=5116 Through research and writing, students tackle the question: Does history repeat itself?

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There are many who believe that history repeats itself through societal cycles or trends. In this writing prompt, students will work with peers and conduct research to determine if history does repeat itself or if there are just coincidences.

Learning Objectives

  • Write arguments with sufficient evidence to support a claim. (W.11-12.1)
  • Conduct research to answer a question. (W.11-12.7)


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]]> North or South? https://www.teachhub.com/in-the-classroom/writing-prompts/2020/10/north-or-south/ Tue, 06 Oct 2020 17:40:56 +0000 https://www.teachhub.com/?post_type=writing_prompts&p=4986 Students explore struggles of freed slaves and argue whether they’d move north.

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After a study of the Civil War, this activity can be used to encourage students to think about the problems that freed slaves faced even though their freedom had been granted. Students will participate in lively debate in which they will discuss whether, as freed slaves, they should stay in the South or go North.

Learning Objectives

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.1; Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.


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]]> Women’s Suffrage https://www.teachhub.com/in-the-classroom/writing-prompts/2020/10/womens-suffrage/ Fri, 02 Oct 2020 16:33:45 +0000 https://www.teachhub.com/?post_type=writing_prompts&p=4876 Students examine women’s suffrage through text and demonstrate understanding with informative writing.

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In this lesson, students will enjoy a read-aloud about women’s suffrage, engage in enriching conversation, and share what they have learned in an informative writing piece.

Learning Objectives


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