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Want to cover WWII in a 45 slides? Most likely created by an older high school student, this presentation discusses key players and events common to WWII. The language is simple and conversational, but there is too much information on each slide. This is pretty well done, but could use some minor refinement.
Delicately poised after the dramatic end of WWI and the startling beginning of WWII, this presentation encompassing the positions and roles of Germany, Italy, England, France, and the League of Nations in the 1920's. The first half of the slideshow focuses on the politics and cultures of these countries, while the later slides cover art in the 1920's and the effect of the Great Depression on the world economy. This would be a good way to transition into a WWII unit.
Young scholars share thoughts about the effects of Hurricane Katrina on Louisiana's natural environment. They read an online article and write proposals to save Mississippi River marshlands.
In this online interactive reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 25 multiple choice questions about Toni Morrison's The Bluest Eye. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
Students examine the history of Anti-Semitism in England. In this Jewish history lesson, students discuss the Pyramid of Hate and the Pyramid of Alliance as they discover a brief history of the Jews in England in the last 1000 years.
Students take a closer look at Europe during World War II. In this geography skills lesson plan, students collaborate to create floor-size maps that represent the changing face of Europe during the war.
Tenth graders explore the novel, A Separate Peace by John Knowles. They discuss the events surrounding World War II and the events that were vital to progress during the war. Students locate New Hampshire on a map. They discuss the main characters and their characteristics.
In this World War I instructional activity, students respond to 25 fill in the blank and short answer questions about the invasion of Poland, the fall of France, the Battle of Britain, and Japanese involvement in the war.
In this World War II worksheet, students view a PowerPoint presentation on the war and then respond to 122 short answer questions about the content of the presentation. The PowerPoint presentation is not included with this worksheet.
Seventh graders examine what propelled nations back into war, the major leaders and events of the Second World War, and the world in 1945. They handouts and teacher background notes are included.