In this everyday editing learning exercise, students correct grammatical mistakes in a short paragraph about the Surrender at Appomattox. The errors range from capitalization, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.

Here is a lesson designed to be an ongoing task for the entire year. Each day of the week, learners must perform research to answer a simple historical question. This particular lesson covers the month of April, but the template...

In this vocabulary skills worksheet, students review the listed terms and figures related to Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird. Students may also access an online quiz on the selection using the link at the bottom of the page.

Eighth graders are introduced to the novel "Across Five Aprils" written by Irene Hunt. They become familiar with the people, places, and events referenced in the story and comprehend the story of the Civil War. Students are given a...

Students research the events that led to the Civil War and the Reconstruction. In this Civil War history instructional activity, students study images of Robert Smalls and research his role in the Civil War. Students review the South...

[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the surrender of the Confederate Army at Appomattox to end the Civil War. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.