Description
Halloween & Global Superstitions: Middle School Social Studies Google Slides Lesson
Explore the mysterious origins of Halloween and discover spooky traditions from around the world with this fully scaffolded, standards-aligned lesson designed for middle school students. This engaging Google Slides presentation covers history, geography, and cultural studies while supporting diverse learners with built-in scaffolds and differentiation strategies.
What’s included:
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Informational text on Halloween’s origins and its evolution from ancient Celtic Samhain to today’s celebrations
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Interactive timeline activity with drag-and-drop and word banks
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Research and compare global traditions such as Día de los Muertos, Obon, and the Hungry Ghost Festival
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Map-based cultural exploration linking geography to traditions
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Compare and contrast activities with sentence starters and graphic organizers
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Exit ticket reflections with multiple response formats (writing, drawing, oral)
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Teacher notes with North Carolina Essential Standards alignment and differentiation ideas
Standards Addressed:
Aligned to North Carolina 6th Grade Social Studies Standards:
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History: 6.H.1.1, 6.H.1.2, 6.H.1.3
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Geography: 6.G.1.1
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Civics and Government: 6.C&G.1.1
Perfect for whole-class instruction, small groups, or remote learning. This ready-to-use lesson includes editable Google Slides and printable components to fit your classroom needs.
I don’t create overly flashy lessons filled with extra graphics and distractions. My focus is on clear, purposeful content that empowers students to show what they know in a variety of ways. These activities are designed to support engagement without gimmicks, making it easier to gauge mastery, and participation. Every resource includes built-in scaffolds to ensure all students can access the learning and demonstrate their understanding with confidence.
Please note: This is a digital download with a two-download limit per purchase—download promptly after purchase.
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