In this no-prep, editable lesson, students get up and moving as they complete a gallery walk activity. The resource includes all lesson components: slides with a warm-up and short lecture, student activity, and a conclusion. An answer key and a lesson plan are provided to ensure this resource is effortless to implement. Both print and digital versions are included. Save precious time and immerse your students in a rigorous and engaging lesson!
This resource is delivered as a PDF and includes Google links to the editable version.
What you get:
- Editable slides that walk you through the lesson including a short video
- Student handout
- 7 Documents
- Lesson plan
- Answer key
- Digital copies of everything.
This lesson is appropriate for 7th-10th grade and is designed for a single 50-minute period.
The Lesson
1. Warm-up: A short response question introduces the topic
2. A slide deck walks you through the lesson step-by-step and includes a short video for your visual learners
3. Activity: Students analyze 7 documents during a gallery walk, then pair/share 3 questions about the documents
4. Conclusion: A short response question concludes the lesson
Content Covered: Achievements of the Ming Dynasty: silk, porcelain, civil service, centralized government, printing innovations, art
Skills Covered: Close reading, accountable talk, short response writing