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BRI Jr. Unit 1: Colonial World Paper-Based Worksheets

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Vocabulary word study handout with sections for definitions, synonyms, antonyms, and examples.

3-5 Elementary Vocabulary Word Study Handout

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A template to help students define key vocabulary words.

Family interview homework worksheet with questions about personal history and family background.

3-5 Colonial Era Family Interview Homework Worksheet

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A homework assignment where students interview a family member to learn more about how their family arrived at their current place.

Graphic organizer for comparing Native American settlements and British settlements in North America.

3-5 Elementary Colonial Era Settlements Organizer

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An activity to help students understand the differences in Native American and British settlements.

A worksheet titled "Escape Game Answer Sheet" with blank fields for answers and instructions across several envelopes.

3-5 Colonial Era Escape Room Student Handout

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A puzzle game that helps students discover key ideas from the lesson.

Child-friendly worksheet with a farm illustration and activities for discussing courage and historical context.

3-5 Elementary Slavery in the Colonies Illustration Activity

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A discovery activity of visual primary sources.

Worksheet for labeling illustrations of courage, featuring historical images and prompts for student responses.

3-5 Elementary Colonial Era Art Activity

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A labeling activity that encourages students to explore artwork from the time period to gain understanding.