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FORENSICS CURRICULUM- ENTIRE YEAR COURSE BUNDLE (FORENSIC SCIENCE)
Save time and energy with this print and digital FORENSIC SCIENCE CURRICULUM bundle! It includes all of the lessons, notes, labs, activities, mock crime scenes, case studies, practices, worksheets, projects, quizzes, review games and exams you need to teach an entire year of FORENSICS. Need a digital option? No problem! I have included both a print and digital (Google) version of the curriculum, making it perfect for: ✅distance learning ✅flipped classrooms ✅online courses ✅homeschool co-hort
9th - 12th
Criminal Justice - Law, Forensics, Science
CCSS, NGSS
RST.11-12.1
, RST.11-12.2
, RST.11-12.3
+16
Greek Gods, Greek Mythology Body Biography Research Project Bundle
This Greek Mythology Body Biography Bundle is filled with all you need to teach and promote amazing Greek Gods and Goddesses and their myths. Your students will find plenty of opportunity for creativity. For the first time you'll experience the unique approach of using a collaborative poster, Greek mythology, research, and the body biography project! ***Now it includes the digital learning version.***This project can be used any time of the year. The project bundle includes 22 Greek Gods and Go
4th - 12th
Ancient History, English Language Arts, Informational Text
Animal Farm Novel Study Unit: Intro, Posters, Chapter Activities, Projects, Test
This Animal Farm novel study unit is designed to help you get to the heart of Animal Farm while making your efforts mean something. With your guidance, students will dig deep into Animal Farm history, themes, and allegory in order to better apply Orwell’s message to their own lives right here, right now. Are you ready to help students relate to this allegory in a meaningful way without sacrificing your evenings and weekends to do so? Here are some Animal Farm activities to make your job easier
8th - 12th
English Language Arts, Informational Text, World History
CNN 10 Current Event Activity | Social Studies History Worksheet Activity
CNN 10 (CNN Student News) is the best bell ringer activity! Create space for yourself at the beginning of class with this social studies worksheet activity. My history students are hooked on CNN 10, formerly CNN Student News! Students see daily current events in a short format that keeps their attention. Current events can be seen for free online. This US or World History class resource is ideal for encouraging students to think critically about current events through a Common Core lens. CNN10
4th - 12th
English Language Arts, Social Studies
CCSS
WHST.6-8.1
, WHST.6-8.1a
, WHST.6-8.1b
+8
APUSH Full YEAR of Curriculum: AP US History Activities, Primary Sources, DBQs
Teach content and skills simultaneously for your AP® US History class. Save time planning with these comprehensive bundles for the entire YEAR of AP® United States History! Cover the material in a fun, comprehensive and rigorous way that is directly aligned with the College Board® 's key concepts. This classroom-tested and refined curriculum has been recommended by AP® Summer Institute (APSI) Instructors and has helped my students consistently achieve a 90+% pass rate on the AP® US History Ex
9th - 12th
U.S. History
Daily Agenda Google Slides - Academia Themed Templates (Set #22)
Get in a scholarly mood with these academia-themed slide templates! Perfect for the literary bookworm and historian alike. Simplify your day and keep your classroom organized with digital agenda templates. This set includes 100+ fully customizable slides with high-quality clip art, perfect for creating engaging and organized daily agendas. Check out the preview to see all of the designs included. ❤️ Love the vibe? These pair perfectly with my Cozy Academia Reading Posters. ⭐️ Key Features:Full
3rd - 12th
English Language Arts, For All Subjects, Social Studies
Also included in: Daily Agenda Google Slides | Ultimate Bundle!
Ancient Egypt Geography Map Activity & Reading Passage (Low Prep,Print, Digital)
Teaching the Ancient Egypt civilization? Incorporate geography and mapping skills into your Ancient Egypt lesson with this map activity. This no-prep print and digital map set makes it easy for your students to create a map they can use during your Ancient Egyptian civilization unit. Students will follow a PowerPoint or Google Slides presentation step by step to label and color a map. There's even a reading passage with questions and a self-checking online map to make this resource even more co
6th - 10th
Ancient History, Geography, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.7
, RH.9-10.7
MLA 9th Edition, MLA in-text citations & works cited, PDF & Google Drive
With the release of the MLA 9th Edition Handbook, the Modern Language Association updated and refined the rules for proper citations. Are you teaching the correct, most up-to-date version of in-text citations and works cited page formatting? With this 47-slide MLA overview lecture and package of helpful student handouts, your students will know exactly how to approach their citations for your class, standardized testing, and future college courses. Begin with the Prezi-based lecture (also downlo
8th - 11th, Adult Education, Higher Education
English Language Arts, For All Subjects, Social Studies
CCSS
W.8.8
, W.9-10.8
, W.11-12.8
Community Signs Skill Pack Leveled for Special Education - Life Skills
Do your students need a high level of varied practice in order to learn community signs? This community signs skill pack will help your students progress from identifying a sign to understanding what the community signs mean. Being able to identify and understand community signs is a crucial life skill. These activities help students recognize and understand the meaning of the different signs. This life skills and social studies set is already differentiated for you. There are 3 levels include
K - 12th
Government
World War II (World War 2) Map & Geography Activity for Europe & the Pacific
These World War II in Europe and World War 2 in the Pacific maps will help students become more familiar with the nations of Europe and those in the Pacific during World War II by identifying which countries belonged to the Allies, which ones joined the Axis, which ones were controlled by the Axis Powers, and which ones remained neutral. Students will also label important battles in the European and Pacific theaters. This download is full of options from differentiated maps versions, step-by-s
6th - 11th
Geography, U.S. History, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.7
, RH.9-10.7
50 States and Capitals Map Activity with printable worksheets & digital map game
Do your students need to know the state capitals and the location of each state on a map? This engaging map set for the 50 states and their capitals will guide your students through labeling a blank map and learning the capitals. Print and digital options plus access to online self-checking map and flashcards let you easily customize the lesson to best fit the needs of your students. Students will label a blank map of the United States with the names of the 50 states and then record the capital
4th - 10th
Geography, U.S. History
Ancient Greece Geography Map Activity & Reading |Civilizations Skills Worksheets
Need a no prep map for Ancient Greece? This mapping activity will help students better understand the geography of Greece and its impact on Ancient Greek civilizations. This download is all you need to add geography and mapping skills to your lesson. It's full of options from differentiated maps versions, step-by-step PowerPoint & Google Slides decks that students use to complete their maps, a reading passage with questions on the geography of Ancient Greece & its impact on early Greeks & more a
6th - 10th
Ancient History, Geography, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.7
, RH.9-10.7
5 Themes of Geography Activity Five Geography Stations Worksheet Social Studies
This Five Themes of Geography student stations activity teaches about the 5 Themes of Geography with engaging and visual geography stations, a graphic organizer, an introduction activity, and a project assignment. This interactive geography lesson allows students to analyze and understand the five essential themes: Location, Place, Human-Environment Interaction, Movement, and Region. Activity Overview:Introductory Reading and Activity:Students start with a foundational reading and engaging activ
5th - 9th
Geography, Other (Social Studies), Social Studies
CCSS
RI.6.1
, RI.6.2
, RI.7.1
+5
World War I Map Activity Lesson (1914 & 1918 Europe Maps)Print &Digital Resource
These 1914 and 1918 Europe Map worksheets will help students understand the effects of World War I on the European map. They will also help students become more familiar with the nations of Europe during World War 1 by identifying which European countries belonged to the Allies, which ones joined the Central Powers, and which ones remained neutral. Additionally, students will be able to identify the new nations that were created after World War I and which nations lost territory after the war. T
6th - 10th
Geography, U.S. History, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.7
, RH.9-10.7
Famous Faces of Hispanic Heritage Month Collaborative Poster Art Activity
Hispanic Heritage Month Famous Faces® Collaboration Poster with quotes in English and Spanish. My art project is an excellent anticipatory activity intended as a supplement/complement to your Hispanic Heritage Month / Latinx Heritage Month units.All of my collaboration posters are...• easy for teachers• fun for kids…and make a lasting impression—on students, parents, and your entire school community!Large and visually striking, this poster is the perfect accompaniment to your Hispanic Heritage M
1st - 9th
Social Studies, Visual Arts
The Silk Road Simulation Game | Ancient China Simulation Map Activity
This no-prep, game-based Silk Road Simulation will be the highlight of your Ancient China unit! In this simulation with printable and digital options, students will travel along the Silk Road, trade a variety of goods, encounter challenges along the way, and answer trivia questions. Simulations can be such fun and meaningful activities, but they often take a lot of work and preparation to set up, which is why we did all of the work for you! You don't need to cut, purchase, or set-up anything
6th - 9th
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.7
Full-Year AP Psychology Bundle (All Editions Included) (NEW 2024+ CED)
Full Year AP Psychology Bundle: Comprehensive Exploration of All Five Pillars.Dive into a comprehensive educational journey across all five pillars of the AP Psychology curriculum with this expertly crafted full-year bundle. Aligned with the latest College Board Course and Exam Description (CED) released in 2024, this bundle is designed to provide a thorough exploration of the Biological Bases of Behavior, Cognition, Development and Learning, Social Psychology & Personality, and Mental and Phy
9th - 12th
Other (Social Studies)
Serial Podcast Unit: High School English, Journalism Activities, AP Language
Serial Podcast Season One by Sarah Koenig is a fantastic way to teach literary nonfiction, rhetoric, bias, and the power of storytelling. This podcast is so engaging that even your most reluctant students will be enthralled with the true crime content! This Serial unit plan will provide you with literary nonfiction activities that help students analyze the production of the podcast, discuss bias from multiple angles, examine rhetoric from a real-world perspective, and so much more. All of these
11th - 12th, Higher Education
Criminal Justice - Law, English Language Arts, Informational Text
CCSS
L.11-12.3
, L.11-12.4
, L.11-12.5
+16
Black History Month Collaborative Poster/Bulletin Board Display/Mural (w/MLK)
Do something for Black History Month that your students won’t soon forget—with my large, visually-engaging "Famous Faces®" of Black History Month collaborative poster / banner. This makes a great display for a hallway, bulletin board, classroom wall, front office, or any other prominent location! It will have everyone talking! This fun, collaborative activity features eight (8) inspirational African Americans: Thurgood MarshallRuby BridgesGeorge Washington CarverHarriet TubmanJackie RobinsonDr.
K - 9th
Social Studies, Visual Arts
(9/11) September 11th: engaging 35-slide PPT (stats, images, videos, handouts)
*** September 11th resource has been updated for 2025-2026 school year THIS IS A MUST-HAVE FOR ANY TEACHER LOOKING TO TEACH ON 9/11. WITH DIFFERENT SLIDE VERSIONS, MULTIPLE HANDOUTS INCLUDED, AND NO PREP NEEDED, THERE ARE A NUMBER OF OPTIONS TO DELIVER AGE-APPROPRIATE LESSONS FOR THIS MOST IMPORTANT AND SENSITIVE TOPIC.THE HIGHLY ENGAGING, FULLY EDITABLE 35-SLIDES ARE EASILY MODIFIED AND TRULY DESIGNED TO TEACH ABOUT 9/11 (PATRIOT DAY) TO ALL GRADE LEVELS.***GOOGLE COMPATIBLE*** 1) Drag and D
2nd - 12th
For All Subjects, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.3.1
, RI.3.7
, RI.4.5
+6
Also included in: SEPTEMBER Interactive, Engaging, Top-Rated Activities - 7-PACK BUNDLE
U.S. and World History Sub Plans No Prep Emergency Social Studies Lessons
These No Prep Emergency Sub Plans are print and digital to make missing a class or a day/s easier for you. Just print and go or assign digitally! The substitute plans I've created for you will work at any time during the year for any U.S. or World History class. Print out a copy of the activities to put in your sub folder or save the digital versions in your Google Drive or One Drive. You'll never have to stress about leaving sub plans for substitutes again! Each activity includes an uneditable
8th - 12th
Ancient History, U.S. History, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.2
, RH.6-8.3
, RH.9-10.2
World War 1 Unit and Lesson Plan Bundle: Projects, Activities, Maps, & More
This fantastic World War I Unit Bundle includes an incredible set of over 25 teaching resources for a complete, interactive unit! Every day is planned out with lesson plans that have been tested over a number of years to fantastic success when teaching about WWI. Each of these individual activities is included: WW1 Google Drive NotebookWWI PowerPoint & Guided Notes, & Flipped Classroom VideoWWI in 3D PowerPointWW1 Battles Station Lesson or QR Code ProjectA set of Interactive Notebook Pages for
6th - 11th
Social Studies, U.S. History, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.1
, RH.6-8.2
, RH.6-8.3
+4
Also included in: American History Mega Unit Bundle Part 3: Gilded Age to Great Depression
World History Curriculum (Full Year!!)
Your entire year of lesson planning DONE and packaged up in one easy-to-navigate, organized digital folder. This curriculum has every guided reading article, comprehension question, simulation, activity, game, mapping activity, primary source, critical thinking activity, internet activity and skill building activity that you need for the entire year. Student will love these tried and true activities and they will help prevent both teacher and student burnout - guaranteed!! Eliminate the
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
Greek Mythology Activities, Research Pennant, Sketchnotes, Creative, and Fun
Are you a fan of hands-on student engagement? This Greek Mythology Greek Gods learning tool is so much fun and loaded with visuals to boost your mythology teaching lessons. Students will love their Greek Gods and Goddesses pennant and sketch notes pages, with the added bonus of accessing the digital resource compatible with Google Drive. Includes: ★complete make your pennant printables for teaching Greek Mythology and Greek Gods ★complete set of sketch notes pages delivered to you via a link t
4th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Social Studies
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About high school social studies resources
On TPT (Teachers Pay Teachers), High School Social Studies Resources bring together teacher-created materials that support history, geography, civics, economics, and world cultures. These resources are built for upper-grade classrooms where students are expected to analyze sources, compare perspectives, and make connections across time and place. You can find materials that fit both core instruction and review days, which makes planning a little easier. For teachers balancing pacing guides and real classroom needs, this kind of support can be especially helpful.
Teachers often look for lesson plans, document-based questions, task cards, notes, maps, graphic organizers, and assessments that match specific units or standards. Many resources are designed to be flexible, so they can work for whole-group teaching, partner work, stations, or independent practice. Formats like these save time because they give students focused practice without requiring a teacher to build every piece from scratch. They also make it easier to differentiate when a class needs a quick reteach or a deeper challenge.
In a busy high school classroom, a teacher might use these resources to launch a unit on the U.S. Constitution, review the causes of a major conflict, or guide students through primary source analysis. Instead of spending hours creating handouts and questions, they can print a ready-to-use set or assign it for classwork the same day. That makes lesson delivery smoother and keeps the focus on discussion, analysis, and student thinking. When time is tight, having reliable social studies resources ready to go can make a noticeable difference.
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