As students learn about Andrew Jackson's presidency, they decide what facts about him were positive and negative. Students will use these facts to create an argument to prove that Andrew Jackson was either a hero or villain. Each section has a link that takes students to engaging Jackson learning videos. The Final piece of this assignment is an EXCELLENT Video that wraps up the learning with this: What is the verdict? Andrew Jackson was both beloved and loathed during his presidency. In this imaginary courtroom, you get to be the jury, considering and weighing Jackson’s part in the spoils system, economic depression, and the Indian Removal Act, as well as his patriotism and the pressures of the presidency. The Writing Component: Do you think Andrew Jackson is a HERO or VILLAIN? Does he deserve to be on the $20 bill?

Video Description: With the War of 1812 in the rearview, America ushered in the Era of Good Feelings with James Monroe's presidency. Let's take a look at what he did to make these good times so sunny. Could it have anything to do with the Sunshine State? TIME SAVER! This video worksheet covers the required content quickly but thoroughly. Worksheet has 8 questions and a TEACHER KEY.

Video Description: James Madison's legacy includes political triumphs such as introducing the Bill of Rights. It also includes failures such as the War of 1812 and Washington D.C. getting burned to the ground. Find out more about the roller coaster ride that was Madison's presidency. TIME SAVER! This video worksheet covers the required content quickly but thoroughly. Worksheet has 8 questions and a TEACHER KEY.

Video Description: Thomas Jefferson influenced the landscape of America, both politically and geographically. Discover more about the third president of the U.S. and why he?s such a big deal. After all, you don't get your face printed on the two-dollar bill for nothing! TIME SAVER! This video worksheet covers the required content quickly but thoroughly. Worksheet has 10 questions and a TEACHER KEY.

Video Description: John Adams had his hands full when he took over the presidency from George Washington. Find out how he dealt with the feuding political parties and attacks on U.S. merchants from France and Britain. Being the leader of a young nation isn?t as easy as you might think. TIME SAVER! This video worksheet covers the required content quickly but thoroughly. Worksheet has 8 questions and a TEACHER KEY.

Video Description: As far as Presidents go, none set more precedents than George Washington. From his leadership of the Continental Army, to his bold commitment to founding a strong nation, take a quick look back at the legacy of our very first leader. If you think you know everything about GW, think again! TIME SAVER! This video worksheet covers the required content quickly but thoroughly. Worksheet has 8 questions and a TEACHER KEY.

Students will consider this enduring question that goes with this worksheet: Was the Missouri Compromise a Band-Aid or a solution? There are 9 questions that go with this short video. Video gets straight to the point and covers this topic quickly. **Formative Assessment after video and questions: Students will write a paragraph or 2 over the enduring question on large band aid templates. **Teacher answer key included

Teachers Looking for a MAJOR shortcut and FAST way to teach Land Acts while still making the content clear can use this creative worksheet. After each section students will process the content learned by creating a short Haiku poem. Directions for the poem are also on the worksheet. Land Acts included: 1. Dawes Act of 1887 2. The Homestead Act 3. The Morrill Act 4. The Pacific Railroad Act Suggested uses: Warm ups, Exit tickets, formative assessment, creative writing

With this engaging baseball themed worksheet students will process the following Reconstruction laws: 1. 13, 14,15th Amendments 2. Poll Taxes 3. Literacy Tests 4. Black Codes 5. Jim Crow Laws 6. Poll Taxes This goes great with the Brain Pop Reconstruction video. However, it could also accompany your lecture, power point or another video that covers the same content.

Process this entertaining Andrew Jackson video with this easy to use printable. Students will respond to a choice of three writing prompts at the conclusion of the video lesson.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION If you have not watched and used Shmoop videos for your history class, now is your chance. Shmoop creates hilarious and sarcastic videos to teach many subjects. Video Description: Believe it or not, the Battle of Orleans wasn't the time Drew Brees and the Saints finally won their Super Bowl. It was an actual battle, with an actual general at the helm—Andrew Jackson. He was a military hero and more… and he threw very few interceptions to boot. This worksheet is perfect for: 1. Learning Stations 2. Flipped Classroom 3. In class independent work 4. Fits perfectly into what you already do in the classroom.

This cute little activity makes learning and practicing Morse Code a simple and fun activity. Will easily supplement your own unit. Great for learning stations/centers. Students will decipher a part of John Adams letter to Abigail to conclude this learning activity.

Time Saver! Description: Honest Abe—what a nickname. Abraham Lincoln was the president who led the country through the Civil War and abolished slavery. And he rocked that black top hat. Let's all give him a pat on the back. This short, fun, entertaining video by Shmoop covers how Abe overcame his depression to become President. This fill in the blank worksheet will keep student accountable but will not take too much time to complete.

Description: "The War That Made America" brings to life a vastly important—but often misunderstood—period of American history, a period that set in motion forces that would culminate in the American Revolution. The dramatic documentary tells the story of the French and Indian War (1754-1763), which began in the wilderness of the Pennsylvania frontier and spread throughout the colonies, into Canada, and ultimately around the world. Narrated and hosted by Graham Greene, the Academy-Award nominated actor for "Dances With Wolves" and an Oneida Indian whose ancestors fought in this war, "The War That Made America" combines a commitment to accuracy with a compelling filmed portrayal of the dangerous world of the 18th-century frontier. A central figure is George Washington, then a brash and ambitious young officer in his twenties hoping to make his reputation in the military, whose blunders actually trigger the war. A primary focus of the series, and a story that has long been distorted or forgotten, is the critical military importance and strategic diplomacy of Native Americans in the conflict between the English and French for the expansion of their colonial empires. It was a war the British won, but the fruit of their victory contained the seeds of the Revolutionary War. This file comes with 5 printable's for 5 segments of the PBS movie.

James Polk | 60-Second Presidents PBS Video Collection TIME SAVER! Fun, energetic, and entertaining video. You will be surprised about how much information can be packed into this 60 second video. James Polk accomplished a lot more in one term than many presidents accomplish in two. Find out how he delivered on his promise of westward expansion. Includes: 1. Teacher Answer Key 2. Student worksheet with 10 questions (all on 1 piece of paper)

John Tyler| 60-Second Presidents PBS Video Collection TIME SAVER! Fun, energetic, and entertaining video. You will be surprised about how much information can be packed into this 60 second video. When President Harrison passed away, John Tyler found himself in the Presidency. See how he made the most of his promotion, from his annexation of Texas to his veto of the national bank. Includes: 1. Teacher Answer Key 2. Student worksheet with 10 questions (all on 1 piece of paper)

This simulation comes with Word document copy and a digital copy for all of you GOOGLE DRIVE users. In this fun Westward Expansion Simulation Students will decide What actions the U.S. should take in these situations: Situation #1: LOUISIANA PURCHASE Situation #2: FLORIDA Situation #3: TEXAS Situation #4: OREGON COUNTRY Situation #5: WAR WITH MEXICO Each Situation will have three choices of answers. Students will explain why they chose their answer. Teacher can reveal answers after each scenario. ~~~~~~~~~~DIGITAL GOOGLE DRIVE INFORMATION~~~~~~~ The digital copy of the simulation puts students in control of their learning. They can self- pace their own game alone or in a group. Each answer space is clickable and fully editable. This Simulation can be completed all online with laptops, tablets, or any other device that supports Google Drive! Students will then complete a chart on lands acquired to form the U.S. **Answer Key is Provided.

This awesome digital resource features a link to a set of 6 fully-editable interactive pages on Manifest Destiny. Inside the 6 pages are 3 more links for fully editable learning station docs. Students type directly on the pages and drag and drop information for a variety of engaging, interactive activities! This is a great way to integrate technology into your classroom and can be completed without printing almost any paper! Excellent for: 1. A 1:1 school 2. A trip to the computer lab. 3. A cooperative learning activity much much more******************************************** Topics covered include: Station 1 Editable thought Bubble for the American Progress Painting Station 2 Mexican American War Cause & Effect Drag and Drop Activity Station 3 Immigration to the U.S. (This one can be broken down into a Gallery walk) Station 4: Gold Rush: Student create a MUSICAL PLAYLIST Station 5 Redesign the San Francisco 49ers helmet Station 5B: “Plucked” Cartoon Station 6: Parody Video Station 7: Review Heads Up Game *Teacher Suggestions Page is included. *A word and PDF version is also included.

I FINALLY found a way to make the alien and sedition acts PERSONAL and interactive with my students! The answer, is this Mini Simulation. It comes with a presentation link that you will use to guide your students through the tough decisions surrounding these acts that President Adams had to make. The attached worksheet will give student space for processing the material. Turn this into a lively discussion with your kids.

Do you want to get your students discussing historical characters with enthusiasm? This is the discussion starter power point that you and your students will love! These discussion questions can be used for any group of historical figures, past or present. Inside/Outside circles are a great format for this. Using todaysmeet.com could add a technology component to your lesson. A worksheet for student processing the content in included.