Hero image

A Social Studies Life

Average Rating1.50
(based on 2 reviews)

Engaging lessons, activities, and resources for the Social Studies classroom!

599Uploads

43k+Views

741Downloads

Engaging lessons, activities, and resources for the Social Studies classroom!
Rebellion in Cuba, Spanish American War, U.S. Imperialism
asocialstudieslifeasocialstudieslife

Rebellion in Cuba, Spanish American War, U.S. Imperialism

(0)
Why was Jose Marti’s vision for Cuban independence both achieved and challenged after the Spanish-American War? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the rebellion in Cuba before the Spanish American War during the imperialism era. Students will analyze primary and secondary source documents. They’ll then answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge. Included in this resource: Do Now - Jose Marti primary source quote analysis with scaffolding questions Rebellion in Cuba reading passage with scaffolding questions Jose Marti on the Rebellion in Cuba POV with scaffolding questions Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did U.S. involvement in the Spanish-American War impact Cuba’s path to true independence? Answer key for teachers (suggested) ★ Please make an executive decision whether or not this lesson can be executed with your students based upon the preview file. Thank you! ©2024 A Social Studies Life For personal use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system, or for commercial purposes is strictly forbidden. Please have other teachers purchase their own copy. If you are a school or district interested in purchasing several licenses, please contact me for a district-wide quote.
"Remember the Maine," Teller Amendment, USS Maine, Yellow Journalism
asocialstudieslifeasocialstudieslife

"Remember the Maine," Teller Amendment, USS Maine, Yellow Journalism

(0)
Why did the explosion of the USS Maine lead to increased public support for war with Spain, even though there was no clear evidence that Spain was responsible? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the explosion of the USS Maine, yellow journalism, and the Teller Amendment before Congress declared war on Spain. Students will analyze primary and secondary source documents. They’ll then answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge. Included in this resource: Do Now - “Remember the Maine” primary source political cartoon analysis with scaffolding questions Remember the Maine reading passage with scaffolding questions The Teller Amendment primary source text analysis with scaffolding questions Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did the explosion of the USS Maine and the passing of the Teller Amendment shape the United States’ role in global affairs and its relationship with Cuba? Answer key for teachers (suggested) ★ Please make an executive decision whether or not this lesson can be executed with your students based upon the preview file. Thank you! ©2024 A Social Studies Life For personal use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system, or for commercial purposes is strictly forbidden. Please have other teachers purchase their own copy. If you are a school or district interested in purchasing several licenses, please contact me for a district-wide quote.
Yellow Journalism
asocialstudieslifeasocialstudieslife

Yellow Journalism

(0)
How did yellow journalism influence public opinion during the Spanish-American war, and why is it important to recognize sensationalism in news today? This lesson and activity examines the definition, background and impact of yellow journalism during the imperialism era. Students will analyze primary and secondary source documents. They’ll then answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge. Included in this resource: Do Now - “The Yellow Kid” primary source political cartoon and quote analysis with scaffolding questions Yellow Journalism reading passage with scaffolding questions William Randolph Hearst POV with scaffolding questions Joseph Pulitzer POV with scaffolding questions Create your own Yellow Journalism headline activity with rubric included Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: Why did yellow journalism have such a powerful impact on America’s decision to go to war with Spain, and how can sensationalized news affect people’s opinions today? Answer key for teachers (suggested) ★ Please make an executive decision whether or not this lesson can be executed with your students based upon the preview file. Thank you! ©2024 A Social Studies Life For personal use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system, or for commercial purposes is strictly forbidden. Please have other teachers purchase their own copy. If you are a school or district interested in purchasing several licenses, please contact me for a district-wide quote.
Panama Canal
asocialstudieslifeasocialstudieslife

Panama Canal

(0)
Why did the United States want control over the Panama Canal, and how did building the canal affect both Panama and global trade? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the construction of the Panama Canal for the United States, Panama, and its workers. Students will analyze primary and secondary source documents. They’ll then answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge. Included in this resource: Do Now - “The Man Behind the Shovel” primary source Puck political cartoon analysis with scaffolding questions The Panama Canal reading passage with scaffolding questions Working the Panama Canal POV with scaffolding questions Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did the construction of the Panama Canal change the relationship between the United States and Latin American countries, and why was this important for global trade? Answer key for teachers (suggested) ★ Please make an executive decision whether or not this lesson can be executed with your students based upon the preview file. Thank you! ©2024 A Social Studies Life For personal use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system, or for commercial purposes is strictly forbidden. Please have other teachers purchase their own copy. If you are a school or district interested in purchasing several licenses, please contact me for a district-wide quote.
Platt Amendment, Anti-Imperialist League
asocialstudieslifeasocialstudieslife

Platt Amendment, Anti-Imperialist League

(0)
Why did the American Anti-Imperialist League strongly oppose U.S. imperialism, and how did they believe it conflicted with the principles of American democracy? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the Anti-Imperialist League and the Platt Amendment. Students will analyze primary and secondary source documents. They’ll then answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge. Included in this resource: Do Now - Platt Amendment primary source quote analysis with scaffolding questions Expansionism Expands reading passage with scaffolding questions Platform of the American Anti-Imperialist League primary source excerpt with scaffolding questions Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did the arguments of the American Anti-Imperialist League influence public opinion about U.S. expansion and imperialism, and why were their views important in shaping debates about American foreign policy? Answer key for teachers (suggested) ★ Please make an executive decision whether or not this lesson can be executed with your students based upon the preview file. Thank you! ©2024 A Social Studies Life For personal use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system, or for commercial purposes is strictly forbidden. Please have other teachers purchase their own copy. If you are a school or district interested in purchasing several licenses, please contact me for a district-wide quote.
William H. Seward Point of View, Imperialism Era, Seward's Folly
asocialstudieslifeasocialstudieslife

William H. Seward Point of View, Imperialism Era, Seward's Folly

(0)
This activity explores and examines the background and impact of William H. Seward and Seward’s Folly during the imperialism era. Students will analyze Seward’s life and point of view and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: William H. Seward POV with scaffolding questions Answer key for teachers (suggested) ★Please make an executive decision whether or not this lesson can be executed with your students based upon the preview file. Thank you! ©2024 A Social Studies Life For personal use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system, or for commercial purposes is strictly forbidden. Please have other teachers purchase their own copy. If you are a school or district interested in purchasing several licenses, please contact me for a district-wide quote.
Commodore Matthew Perry Point of View, Imperialism
asocialstudieslifeasocialstudieslife

Commodore Matthew Perry Point of View, Imperialism

(0)
This activity explores and examines the background and impact of Commodore Matthew Perry during the imperialism era. Students will analyze Perry’s life and point of view and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: Commodore Matthew Perry POV with scaffolding questions Answer key for teachers (suggested) ★Please make an executive decision whether or not this lesson can be executed with your students based upon the preview file. Thank you! ©2024 A Social Studies Life For personal use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system, or for commercial purposes is strictly forbidden. Please have other teachers purchase their own copy. If you are a school or district interested in purchasing several licenses, please contact me for a district-wide quote.
Joseph Pulitzer Point of View, Yellow Journalism, Imperialism
asocialstudieslifeasocialstudieslife

Joseph Pulitzer Point of View, Yellow Journalism, Imperialism

(0)
This activity explores and examines the background and impact of Joseph Pulitzer and yellow journalism during the imperialism era. Students will analyze Pulitzer’s life and point of view and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: Joseph Pulitzer POV with scaffolding questions Answer key for teachers (suggested) ★Please make an executive decision whether or not this lesson can be executed with your students based upon the preview file. Thank you! ©2024 A Social Studies Life For personal use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system, or for commercial purposes is strictly forbidden. Please have other teachers purchase their own copy. If you are a school or district interested in purchasing several licenses, please contact me for a district-wide quote.
Jose Marti Point of View, Cuba, Imperialism
asocialstudieslifeasocialstudieslife

Jose Marti Point of View, Cuba, Imperialism

(0)
This activity explores and examines the background and impact of Jose Marti during the imperialism era. Students will analyze Marti’s life and point of view and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: Jose Marti POV with scaffolding questions Answer key for teachers (suggested) ★Please make an executive decision whether or not this lesson can be executed with your students based upon the preview file. Thank you! ©2024 A Social Studies Life For personal use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system, or for commercial purposes is strictly forbidden. Please have other teachers purchase their own copy. If you are a school or district interested in purchasing several licenses, please contact me for a district-wide quote.
John Hay Point of View, Open Door Policy, Imperialism
asocialstudieslifeasocialstudieslife

John Hay Point of View, Open Door Policy, Imperialism

(0)
This activity explores and examines the background and impact of Secretary of State John Hay and the Open Door Policy during the imperialism era. Students will analyze Hay’s life and point of view and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: John Hay POV with scaffolding questions Answer key for teachers (suggested) ★Please make an executive decision whether or not this lesson can be executed with your students based upon the preview file. Thank you! ©2024 A Social Studies Life For personal use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system, or for commercial purposes is strictly forbidden. Please have other teachers purchase their own copy. If you are a school or district interested in purchasing several licenses, please contact me for a district-wide quote.
Queen Liliuokalani, Imperialism
asocialstudieslifeasocialstudieslife

Queen Liliuokalani, Imperialism

(0)
This activity explores and examines the background and impact of Queen Lili’uokalani during the imperialism era. Students will analyze Queen Lili’uokalani’s life and point of view and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: Queen Lili’uokalani POV with scaffolding questions Answer key for teachers (suggested) ★Please make an executive decision whether or not this lesson can be executed with your students based upon the preview file. Thank you! ©2024 A Social Studies Life For personal use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system, or for commercial purposes is strictly forbidden. Please have other teachers purchase their own copy. If you are a school or district interested in purchasing several licenses, please contact me for a district-wide quote.
William Randolph Hearst Point of View, Yellow Journalism, Imperialism
asocialstudieslifeasocialstudieslife

William Randolph Hearst Point of View, Yellow Journalism, Imperialism

(0)
This activity explores and examines the background and impact of William Randolph Hearst and yellow journalism during the imperialism era. Students will analyze Hearst’s life and point of view and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: William Randolph Hearst POV with scaffolding questions Answer key for teachers (suggested) ★Please make an executive decision whether or not this lesson can be executed with your students based upon the preview file. Thank you! 2024 A Social Studies Life For personal use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system, or for commercial purposes is strictly forbidden. Please have other teachers purchase their own copy. If you are a school or district interested in purchasing several licenses, please contact me for a district-wide quote.
Commodore George Dewey in the Philippines, Battle of Manila Bay
asocialstudieslifeasocialstudieslife

Commodore George Dewey in the Philippines, Battle of Manila Bay

(0)
Why did tensions between the United States and the Philippines escalate after the Spanish-American War, and how did this lead to the Philippine-American War? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the American fleet to the Philippines in 1898. Students will analyze primary and secondary source documents. They’ll then answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge. Included in this resource: Do Now - “Great Sea Victory for America!” primary source newspaper analysis with scaffolding questions Dewey in the Philippines reading passage with scaffolding questions Letter to a Historical Figure (Dewey or Aguinaldo) activity with student rubric Commodore George Dewey POV with scaffolding questions Emilio Aguinaldo POV with scaffolding questions Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did the U.S. involvement in the Philippines after the Spanish-American War impact the future of the Philippines and its path to independence? Answer key for teachers (suggested) ★ Please make an executive decision whether or not this lesson can be executed with your students based upon the preview file. Thank you! ©2024 A Social Studies Life For personal use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system, or for commercial purposes is strictly forbidden. Please have other teachers purchase their own copy. If you are a school or district interested in purchasing several licenses, please contact me for a district-wide quote.
George Dewey Point of View, Imperialism Era
asocialstudieslifeasocialstudieslife

George Dewey Point of View, Imperialism Era

(0)
This activity explores and examines the background and impact of Commodore George Dewey and the Battle of Manila Bay during the imperialism era. Students will analyze Dewey’s life and point of view and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: Commodore George Dewey POV with scaffolding questions Answer key for teachers (suggested) ★Please make an executive decision whether or not this lesson can be executed with your students based upon the preview file. Thank you! ©2024 A Social Studies Life For personal use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system, or for commercial purposes is strictly forbidden. Please have other teachers purchase their own copy. If you are a school or district interested in purchasing several licenses, please contact me for a district-wide quote.
Emilio Aguinaldo Point of View, Imperialism Era
asocialstudieslifeasocialstudieslife

Emilio Aguinaldo Point of View, Imperialism Era

(0)
This activity explores and examines the background and impact of Filipino rebellion leader Emilio Aguinaldo and the Battle of Manila Bay during the imperialism era. Students will analyze Aguinaldo’s life and point of view and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: Emilio Aguinaldo POV with scaffolding questions Answer key for teachers (suggested) ★Please make an executive decision whether or not this lesson can be executed with your students based upon the preview file. Thank you! ©2024 A Social Studies Life For personal use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system, or for commercial purposes is strictly forbidden. Please have other teachers purchase their own copy. If you are a school or district interested in purchasing several licenses, please contact me for a district-wide quote.
Theodore Roosevelt Rough Riders POV
asocialstudieslifeasocialstudieslife

Theodore Roosevelt Rough Riders POV

(0)
This activity explores and examines the background and impact of Teddy Roosevelt and the Rough Riders and the Battle of San Juan Hill. Students will analyze Roosevelt’s life in the Rough Riders and point of view and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: Theodore Roosevelt Rough Riders POV with scaffolding questions Answer key for teachers (suggested) ★Please make an executive decision whether or not this lesson can be executed with your students based upon the preview file. Thank you! ©2024 A Social Studies Life For personal use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system, or for commercial purposes is strictly forbidden. Please have other teachers purchase their own copy. If you are a school or district interested in purchasing several licenses, please contact me for a district-wide quote.
Rough Riders, Theodore Roosevelt, Battle of San Juan Hill
asocialstudieslifeasocialstudieslife

Rough Riders, Theodore Roosevelt, Battle of San Juan Hill

(0)
How did Theodore Roosevelt and the Rough Riders’ actions during the Battle of San Juan Hill contribute to the United States becoming a global power? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of Teddy Roosevelt and the Rough Riders and the Battle of San Juan Hill. Students will analyze primary and secondary source documents. They’ll then answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge. Included in this resource: Do Now - “The Rough Riders” primary source political cartoon Puck analysis with scaffolding questions The Rough Riders and Fighting in the Caribbean reading passage with scaffolding questions Teddy Roosevelt on the Rough Riders POV with scaffolding questions Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did the leadership of Teddy Roosevelt and the success of the Rough Riders at the Battle of San Juan Hill influence the United States’ position in international politics? Answer key for teachers (suggested) ★ Please make an executive decision whether or not this lesson can be executed with your students based upon the preview file. Thank you! ©2024 A Social Studies Life For personal use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system, or for commercial purposes is strictly forbidden. Please have other teachers purchase their own copy. If you are a school or district interested in purchasing several licenses, please contact me for a district-wide quote.
Treaty of Paris 1898
asocialstudieslifeasocialstudieslife

Treaty of Paris 1898

(0)
How did the Treaty of Paris 1898 change the role of the United States in the world? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the 1898 Treaty of Paris ending the Spanish-American War. Students will analyze primary and secondary source documents. They’ll then answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge. Included in this resource: Do Now - “Uncle Sam” 1899 expansion primary source political cartoon Washington Evening Star analysis with scaffolding questions The Treaty of Paris 1898 reading passage with scaffolding questions Exploring the Four Treaties of Paris comparing and contrasting activity with rubric Timeline World Map Venn diagram Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: Why did the 1898 Treaty of Paris lead to a debate over American imperialism, and how did it impact the United States’ influence in other countries? Answer key for teachers (suggested) ★ Please make an executive decision whether or not this lesson can be executed with your students based upon the preview file. Thank you! ©2024 A Social Studies Life For personal use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system, or for commercial purposes is strictly forbidden. Please have other teachers purchase their own copy. If you are a school or district interested in purchasing several licenses, please contact me for a district-wide quote.
General John J. Pershing on the Mexican Revolution Point of View
asocialstudieslifeasocialstudieslife

General John J. Pershing on the Mexican Revolution Point of View

(0)
This activity explores and examines the background and impact of General John J. Pershing and the Mexican Revolution. Students will analyze Pershing’s life and point of view and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: John J. Pershing on the Mexican Revolution POV with scaffolding questions Answer key for teachers (suggested) ★Please make an executive decision whether or not this lesson can be executed with your students based upon the preview file. Thank you! ©2024 A Social Studies Life For personal use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system, or for commercial purposes is strictly forbidden. Please have other teachers purchase their own copy. If you are a school or district interested in purchasing several licenses, please contact me for a district-wide quote.
Mexican Revolution, Pancho Villa, John J. Pershing
asocialstudieslifeasocialstudieslife

Mexican Revolution, Pancho Villa, John J. Pershing

(0)
Why did President Wilson’s moral diplomacy lead to conflict with Pancho Villa and affect U.S.-Mexico relations during the Mexican Revolution? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the Mexican Revolution. Students will analyze primary and secondary source documents. They’ll then answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge. Included in this resource: Do Now - General John J. Pershing primary source political cartoon analysis with scaffolding questions The Mexican Revolution and Pancho Villa reading passage with scaffolding questions Pancho Villa on the Mexican Revolution POV with scaffolding questions John J. Pershing on the Mexican Revolution POV with scaffolding questions James Monroe on the Roosevelt Corollary POV with scaffolding questions Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did the U.S. involvement in the Mexican Revolution impact relations between the two countries and shape future U.S. foreign policy in Latin America? Answer key for teachers (suggested) ★ Please make an executive decision whether or not this lesson can be executed with your students based upon the preview file. Thank you! ©2024 A Social Studies Life For personal use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system, or for commercial purposes is strictly forbidden. Please have other teachers purchase their own copy. If you are a school or district interested in purchasing several licenses, please contact me for a district-wide quote.