Simon & Schuster
A Teacher's Guide to 1776 by David McCullough
David McCullough's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, 1776, is the focus of a 28-page teacher's guide. The guide includes pre-reading questions, background information about key British and American figures, and chapter-by-chapter lessons.
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A Study of Twentieth Century British Culture through Art and Literature
Here’s an interesting approach to the analysis of similar subjects in different mediums. Based on the methodology of Professor Jules Prown, learners apply his three stages (description, deduction, and speculation) to a painting and a...
US National Archives
Eastern Europe 1939-45 — Camps
Britain's decision not to bomb German death camps in World War II has provided many questions for historians, but with a primary source analysis lesson, high school students may be a step closer to finding out the truth. Learners read...
Penguin Books
A Teacher's Guide to the Signet Classics Edition of William Shakespeare's Henry V
Henry V is certainly not a drama "of few words." It's a sprawling study of a good yet complex king, a tumultuous time in European history, and an examination of justice and mercy. The 20-page guide to the play provides instructors...
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India History: The Big Picture
In this India history study guide worksheet, learners read a brief overview pertaining to the history of India from about 1500 to the present.
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Cloze Activity: British Colonization
In this British colonization of Australia cloze procedure worksheet, students review a brief selection that is missing 10 words and then attempt to fill in each blank with a word they think the author might have used. A word bank is...
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America & the British Empire (2)
In this online interactive American history worksheet, students answer 10 multiple choice questions regarding colonial America and the British Empire. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Claimants to the Throne Wordsearch
In this British monarchy word search instructional activity, students locate and circle 8 significant names and terms pertaining to those trying to claim England's throne in 1066. A word bank is provided.
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Edward VI - Protestantism Study Guide
In this British Religious History worksheet, students uncover details regarding the reign of Edward VI and his views on Protestantism.
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India History: The Big Picture
In this India history study guide worksheet, students read a brief overview pertaining to the history of India and fill in the blanks with the appropriate words. Students also respond to 18 short answer questions regarding the topic.
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The Scientific Revolution in England and Europe
Students read and discuss Scientific Revolution information sheet and the diagram concerning the causes of the Scientific Revolution. They construct a timeline including Aristotle, Democritus, Copernicus, Bacon and Descartes along with a...
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Robert Boyle and the Mechanical Philosophy
Young scholars read and discuss Boyle's Mechanical Philosophy and his rejection of Aristotle's theory of "Forms and Qualities." They answer a given set of questions and discuss these with the class.
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Dealing With The Problem of Poverty: The Elizabethan Poor Law
In this English history worksheet, students read a detailed one page text with information about poverty and the laws regarding deserving and undeserving poor during the 1600s in England. Students answer 10 multiple choice and essay...
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We the People Level 2
Students explore U.S. history by participating in a government activity. In this Constitution lesson, students identify the role government plays in our society and the differences the British colonies had in the early 18th century....
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The "New" European Imperialism
Discuss European Imperialism using this resource. This is an online world history worksheet. Learners answer 20 questions regarding the new European Imperialism using drop-down menus to select their answers for each question. They can...
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Battles of the American Revolution
Wow, now here's a presentation that tells a story! Your class can follow along the battle lines of the American Revolution to learn key players, dates, and events that marked each twist and turn in the fight for American independence....
Center for History Education
Pontiac's War
Invaders are coming: fight them off or run? Native American peoples had to decide this question after British colonists went west following the French and Indian War. Using a speech from Chief Pontiac, young historians consider if they...
Benjamin Franklin Tercentenary
Franklin’s Philadelphia: Another Point of View
While Benjamin Franklin enjoyed fame and success in colonial Philadelphia, that was not the experience of all coming to the British colonies. Young scholars trace the life of an indentured servant using a scholarly biography and reading...
US National Archives
WWII: The Pacific 1939-45 – Japan and the Atom Bomb
Though the scientists who developed the atom bomb did not believe it should be used to end World War II, American President Harry S. Truman and British Prime Minister Winston Churchill were of like mind in their decision to drop the bomb...
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Primary History: Children of World War II - The War Effort
Learners examine the war effort during World War II by designing a poster, and writing a letter home from the perspective of a soldier arriving home. They also discuss how much British children knew about America. In addition, they do...
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Tudor Monarchs Wordsearch
In this Tudor monarchs word search worksheet, students locate and circle 15 significant names and terms relating to British history. A word bank is provided.
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The Stuart Monarchs 1603 - 1704
In this British history study guide activity, students investigate the Stuart monarchy. Students read 13 sections of information and examine photographs.
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Australia Day Printables
Here is your must-have resource for celebrating Australia Day with youngsters! It includes research activities, popular Australian songs, tracing and coloring worksheets, and other several other great printables.
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Life after 1930: Review Game
The Beatles, Teddy Boys, and Winston Churchill all have one thing in common. They are all part of British culture after the 1930s. Learners play an adapted version of Who Wants to be a Millionaire to answer 15 common-knowledge questions...
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