In this primary source analysis worksheet, students respond to 15 short answer questions that require them to analyze leaflets or brochures of their choice.

Learners investigate major crises and turning points in Qu??bec-Canada relations, explain viewpoints and arguments used by key political figures, analyze primary documents, define viewpoints in press conference setting, and write short...

Sixth graders use a decision-making grid and list the alternatives and criteria for deciding to drink the Water of Immortality. They examine advertisements and list the product for sale, where it is sold, and why consumers should buy it,...

Students focus on the development of the language used surrounding racial segregation, particularly in schools. They identify the key issues surrounding Brown v. Board and identify the effects of the Court's decision. They analyze the...

Fifth graders analyze the different points of view in the Civil War. They role-play a Southern citizen, write and publish a newspaper article, e-mail a partner, and create a class newspaper with articles, editorials, ads, and political...

Delve into the fascinating relationship between Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera using this resource. Learners discuss the lives of these famous artists, and talk about the ways Frida Kahlo incorporated elements of this tumultuous...

Students examine the attack on Pearl Harbor and how it changed the history of the United States. After watching a video from "The War", they discuss the characteristics of a "just war" and identify the laws in international warfare. ...

Observe images and discuss what messages they convey. In this critical thinking lesson plan, students determine whether works of art are trying to persuade their audience. They also consider the media and how they communicate messages to...

Students discuss persuasive messages in art. In this art history lesson, students research 17th- century European sculptures to find the messages given. They create their own sculptures and write press releases to explain their art. 

Twelfth graders, in groups propose a new law and design a campaign to get people to vote for their law. They have a voter's forum and hold a mock election.

High schoolers explore democratic practices in China. In this global studies lesson, students compare and contrast democratic values of the Chinese government with the American government. High schoolers read provided articles and...

Pupils recognize environmental factors that influenced maritime trade routes and the establishment of major trading centers in classical times. They evaluate perceptions of the ancient world through ancient maps and primary source...

Students discuss the invention of barbed wire and how it affected various groups of peoples in the U.S. after its invention.

Students will have the opportunity to analyze political commercials for truths and misconceptions, then make one of their own.

Interactive lesson and activities for learning to look critically at the persuasive techniques of advertisements promoting political candidates and products.

Informative learning excercise using Shakespeare's Roman plays to analyze the impact of Classical Roman history on the people of Renaissance England.

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