Grade 8 History Canada A Changing Society 1890-1914 Strand B

Total Pages: 309 pages
Answer Key: Included with rubric
Teaching Duration: N/A
File Size: 7 MB
File Type: PDF

Use this Grade 8 History Strand B: Canada's A Changing Society Unit to teach the post-settlement period of Western Canada and the years leading up to World War 1. If you're seeking an engaging and comprehensive unit that aligns with the Ontario Curriculum, look no further! Prepare to embark on an exciting journey with your students through 12 in-depth lessons carefully crafted to explore and understand the rich tapestry of Canadian history from 1890 to 1914. Unlock the true potential of your classroom with this integrated unit that seamlessly weaves together Language Arts and History, creating a dynamic and immersive learning experience for your students.

• Curriculum Alignment: Ontario Social Studies Curriculum 2023 Grade 8 Strand B and British Columbia Socials 9.
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Unit Includes:

• 12 Engaging Lessons: Keep your students participating and interested in Canadian history with these lessons.
• MP3 Audio Files: Elevate student learning with audio recordings of student readings.
• Detailed Lesson Plans: Navigate your lessons with ease using these well-structured plans.
• Answer Keys: Streamline your grading process and reclaim valuable time with answer keys.
• Student Choice: Empower your students by granting them options to take charge of their learning journey.
• Differentiated Tasks: Cater to diverse learning needs with thoughtfully tailored tasks and activities.
• Graphic Organizers: Unlock the power of visual aids that help your students organize information.
• Assessment Rubrics: Effortlessly evaluate your students' progress and comprehension using pre-made rubrics.
• Unit Test: Gauge your students' overall comprehension with a comprehensive unit test.
• Inquiry Stations: Cultivate critical thinking and independent exploration as your students delve deep into historical topics.
• Print and Digital Formats: Embrace the convenience of accessing materials in both PDF and digital formats.

Do you have students working below grade level? Check out this modified bundle - Grade 8 History Modified Strand B Unit that compliments this bundle. 

Strand B Lesson Outline

1. Settling Canada Top 10 Events Class Discussion
2. Primary Source Analysis - Examining Photos
3. Historica Minute Videos (Sports, Inventor, Key Females)
4. Interactive Timeline of Canadian Historical Events
5. The Changing Map of Canada - Examining Maps
6. Important Canadians QR Codes (Key People From This Era)
7. Historical Figures Readings - Frederick Ogilvie Loft, Thomas Longboat, Duncan Campbell Scott
8. Changing Society Inquiry Stations - 12 Topics (Technology, Transportation, Internal Politics, External Politics (Part 1 & 2), Immigration, Recreation Activities & Sports, Indigenous Peoples, Social Movements, Education Reforms & Child Labour, Emergence of Cities & Factories, Changing Role of Women)
9. Primary Source Analysis Assessment - Transportation Changes
10. Legal Issues and Changes (Voting Rights, The Metis, Indigenous Issues, School Policy Changes)
11. Class Newspaper
12. Changing Society Unit Test

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With this resource at your fingertips, you'll be equipped with everything you need - from thought-provoking lesson plans to captivating multimedia support - to ignite your students' curiosity and foster a deep understanding of this pivotal era in Canada's history.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to transform your Grade 8 history lessons into a vibrant, interactive, and unforgettable experience for your students. Grab your unit now and watch your students thrive in their exploration of the past.

Additional Grade 8 History Resources

• Use these Grade 8 History Report Card Comments
• Grade 8 History Strand A

Notes: The internet is required to access videos in this unit. Research is not included for inquiry stations. Students must gather the research themselves from a textbook, non-fiction books or online sources.