Why was it important for Woodrow Wilson to establish regulations on big businesses during his presidency, and how did his progressive reforms aim to prevent businesses from becoming too powerful? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of progressivism under Wilson. 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 - Wilson primary source quote analysis with scaffolding questions Progressivism under Wilson reading passage with scaffolding graphic organizer questions Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did Woodrow Wilson’s progressive reforms impact the relationship between the government and big business, and why were these changes significant for the future of the U.S. economy? 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.

This activity explores and examines the background and impact of Theodore Roosevelt and his opinion of Progressivism. Students will analyze Roosevelt’s perspective on the Progressive Era and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: Theodore Roosevelt Progressivism 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.

This activity explores and examines the background and impact of William Howard Taft and his opinion of Progressivism. Students will analyze Taft’s perspective on the Progressive Era and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: William Howard Taft Progressivism 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.

This activity explores and examines the background and impact of Woodrow Wilson and his opinion of Progressivism. Students will analyze Wilson’s perspective on the Progressive Era and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: Woodrow Wilson Progressivism 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.

Why did the U.S. government feel it was necessary to introduce the Clayton Antitrust Act in addition to the existing Sherman Antitrust Act? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the Clayton Antitrust Act. 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 - Section 7 of the Clayton Antitrust Act 1914 primary source analysis with scaffolding questions Understanding the Clayton Antitrust Act reading passage with scaffolding graphic organizer questions Henry Clayton on the Clayton Antitrust Act POV with scaffolding questions Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did the Clayton Antitrust Act impact the relationship between large companies and small businesses in the United States? 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.

Why did the United States pursue a policy of imperialism during the late 19th century and early 20th centuries, and how did this policy impact both the U.S. and the countries it controlled? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the U.S.’ view of imperialism. 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 - Mark Twain anti-imperialist primary source quote analysis with scaffolding questions Understanding Imperialism and Expansion Albert. J. Beveridge pro-imperialist quote with scaffolding questions Overview of Imperialism Document-based activity Spanish-American War Annexation of Hawaii Panama Canal Open Door Policy Roosevelt Corollary Debates over imperialism Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did American imperialism during the late 19th and early 20th centuries affect the countries that were controlled by the United States, and why did it lead to both positive and negative consequences for those nations? 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.

How did the ideas of imperialism and Social Darwinism shape U.S. actions and policies during the Progressive Era, and what were the consequences for both the United States and the territories it acquired? This lesson and activity examines the background, definitions, and impact of imperialism and Social Darwinism. 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 - Herbert Spencer pro-imperialist primary source quote analysis with scaffolding questions Understanding Imperialism and Social Darwinism reading passage with scaffolding questions Pro/Anti-Imperialist Newspaper Front Page creation activity Activity rubric Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: Why did the ideas of imperialism and Social Darwinism lead to significant changes in the United States’ role in the world, and how did these changes impact the people in the territories the U.S. acquired? 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.

Why was the purchase of Alaska initially criticized, and how did it eventually prove to be a valuable acquisition for the United States? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the purchase and annexation of Alaska. 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 - William H. Seward primary source political cartoon analysis with scaffolding questions “Seward’s Folly” reading passage with scaffolding questions William Seward on the Purchase of Alaska POV with scaffolding questions Primary source quote analysis with scaffolding questions Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: Why did the discovery of natural resources, such as gold, significantly change the perception of Alaska’s value and its impact on the United States? 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.

Why did the United States seek to expand its influence in the Pacific during the 19th century, and how did actions like Commodore Perry’s mission to Japan and the claim of the Midway Islands help achieve this goal? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the US. in the Pacific Islands. 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 - Matthew Perry primary source political cartoon analysis with scaffolding questions The United States in the Pacific reading passage with scaffolding questions Commodore Matthew Perry POV with scaffolding questions Primary source quote analysis with scaffolding questions Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did the United States’ actions in Japan and the Midway Islands during the 19th century impact its position as a global power in the Pacific region? 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.

How did the U.S. acquisition of Hawaii and Samoa during the Progressive Era reflect the broader goals of American imperialism? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the acquisition of Hawaii and Samoa by the United States. 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 - primary source political cartoon analysis with scaffolding questions The United States Take Hawaii reading passage with scaffolding questions Queen Liliuokalani POV with scaffolding questions Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: Why did the U.S. acquisition of Hawaii and Samoa have a lasting impact on the native populations and U.S. 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.

Why did the United States create the Open Door Policy, and how did it impact international relations in China during the late 19th and early 20th centuries? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of trade relations with China. 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 - primary source political cartoon analysis with scaffolding questions Spheres of Influence reading passage with scaffolding questions Secretary of State John Hay POV with scaffolding questions Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did the Open Door Policy and the concept of spheres of influence impact China’s sovereignty and its interactions with foreign powers? 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.

How did the Spanish American War change the United States’ role in the world? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the U.S. involvement in 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 - Spanish American War primary source political cartoon analysis with scaffolding questions Spanish American War reading passage with scaffolding questions Spanish American War bumper sticker activity with rubric included Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: Why did the outcome of the Spanish American War lead to the United States becoming a more powerful nation? 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.

Your students will create a brochure that summarizes the key events of U.S. imperialism in Hawaii and explores its lasting impact on the islands. They will provide a clear overview, include relevant visuals, and offer insights into how U.S. imperialism continues to influence Hawaii today. Included in this resource: Legacy Brochure: Hawaii directions for students Brochure rubric included 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.