This activity explores and examines the background and impact of George Westinghouse, inventor of air conditioning systems. Students will analyze Westinghouse’s life and point of view and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: George Westinghouse 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 Samuel Gompers and the impact of the American Federation of Labor (AFL). Students will analyze Gompers’ life and point of view and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: Samuel Gompers’ 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 Mother Jones and the impact she had fighting for the rights of child laborers. Students will analyze Jones’ life and point of view and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: Mother Jones 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 Terence V. Powderly and the impact of the Knights of Labor. Students will analyze Powderly’s life and point of view and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: Terence V. Powderly 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.

How did the Statue of Liberty come to symbolize hope and freedom for immigrants arriving in America? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of Ellis Island, Angel Island, and the Statue of Liberty. Students will analyze documents and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge. Included in this resource: Do Now - Primary source photo analysis “Coming to America” reading passage with scaffolding graphic organizer questions “New Colossus” primary source document with scaffolding questions Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did the experiences at Ellis Island and Angel Island shape the lives of immigrants and influence American society? 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 arrival of new immigrants from Eastern Europe, Southern Europe, Asia, and Mexico in the 1880s influence American society and culture? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of new immigrants in the late 1800s. Students will analyze documents and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge. Included in this resource: Do Now - Primary source photo analysis “New Immigrants” reading passage with scaffolding graphic organizer questions New Immigrant POV with scaffolding questions Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: What are the key contributions and challenges faced by immigrants from Eastern Europe, Southern Europe, Asia, and Mexico in the 1880s, and how did these factors shape the development of American society? 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 Ellis Island important in American history? This activity examines the background and impact of the experiences of immigrants through Ellis Island. Students will role play the experiences of both immigrants and inspectors during this activity. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge. Included in this resource: Do Now - Critical thinking question to introduce activity Student activity directions Role Cards Station instruction cards Station Cards Included Medical Inspection Legal Inspection Baggage Check Final Approval/Denial Medical Inspection Form Legal Inspection Form Approved and Denial Stamps Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did participating in the Ellis Island simulation change your understanding of what immigrants experienced when they arrived in America, and why do you think it’s important to learn about this part of history? Activity instructions for teachers Rubric 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 Americanization movement become significant in the early 20th century, and how did it impact immigrants’ ability to maintain their cultural identities? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of assimilation, nativism, the Chinese Exclusion Act, the Americanization movement, and the idea of America becoming a “melting pot”. Students will analyze documents and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge. Included in this resource: Do Now - Critical thinking question “Becoming an American” reading passage with scaffolding graphic organizer questions “Becoming an American” primary source photo document station activity with scaffolding questions Assimilation Nativism Sweatshops Chinese Exclusion Act Americanization Melting Pot Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did nativism influence U.S. immigration policies in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and what were the consequences for immigrants during that time? 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 development of public transportation systems, like cable cars and electric trolleys, play a crucial role in the growth and expansion of cities during the urbanization era from 1850 to 1917? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of urbanization, or the growth of cities. Students will analyze documents and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge. Included in this resource: Do Now - Primary source photo analysis “Life in the City” reading passage with scaffolding graphic organizer questions Frederick Law Olmsted POV with analysis questions Elisha Otis POV with analysis questions Tenement housing resident POV with analysis questions Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did the innovations and changes during the urbanization era transform city life and improve living conditions for urban residents? 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 Industrial Revolution contribute to the rapid growth of cities during the urbanization era? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of urbanization, or the growth of cities. Students will analyze documents and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge. Included in this resource: Do Now - Primary source photo analysis “The Urbanization Era 1850-1917” reading passage with scaffolding graphic organizer questions Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did urbanization during the late 19th and early 20th centuries shape modern cities and influence the way we live 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.

How did Hull House and Jane Addams conribute to improving the lives of immigrants and the poor during the urbanization era? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact settlement houses and neighborhood guilds. Students will analyze documents and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge. Included in this resource: Do Now - Primary source photo analysis “Impact of Settlement Houses” reading passage with scaffolding questions “The Subjective Necessity for Social Settlements” by Jane Addams primary source excerpt analysis with scaffolding questions Jane Addams POV with analysis questions Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: Why were settlement houses like Hull House important in helping immigrants and the poor adapt to life in American cities during the late 1800s and early 1900s? 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 Irish immigrants’ experiences during the “No Irish Need Apply” era shape their communities and contributions to American society? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact the “No Irish Need Apply” era had on shaping American lives. Students will analyze documents and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge. Included in this resource: Do Now - Primary source photo analysis “No Irish Need Apply” reading passage with scaffolding questions “No Irish Need Apply” lyrics by Pete Seeger analysis with scaffolding questions A Letter Home writing activity with rubric Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: Why was the “No Irish Need Apply” era significant in shaping the identity and resilience of the Irish-American community? 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 Frederick Law Olmsted and the impact of his plans for Central Park in New York City. Students will analyze Olmsted’s life and point of view and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: Frederick Law Olmsted 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 Jacob Riis and the impact of his book, How the Other Half Lives. Students will analyze Riis’ life and point of view and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: Jacob Riis 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 Elisha Otis and the impact of the elevator on cities. Students will analyze Olmsted’s life and point of view and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Included in this resource: Elisha Otis 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 development of public transportation systems, like cable cars and electric trolleys, play a crucial role in the growth and expansion of cities during the urbanization era from 1850 to 1917? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of urbanization, or the growth of cities. Students will analyze documents and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge. Included in this resource: Do Now - Primary source quote analysis “Different Lives” reading passage with scaffolding graphic organizer and questions Jacob Riis POV with analysis questions “How the Other Half Lives” primary source analysis with questions Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did the differences in living conditions between the slums, middle-class homes, and suburbs during the urbanization era shape the experiences and opportunities of the people living in these areas? 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.