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Auditory Learning Elementary Classroom Resources

Do you struggle to find auditory learning resources for your elementary classroom? Take a look at BRI's newest elementary resources featuring auditory learning. Create a BRI educator account to save and playlist your favorite resources and share them with your colleagues!

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Colonial Era Auditory Learning Elementary Activities

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Educational handout titled "Reading" detailing Native American tribes and their interactions with Europeans.

3-5 Elementary Colonial Era Reading

Informational texts to help students understand the earliest British settlements in America.

Infographic illustrating a slave ship's layout, detailing the colonial era's impact on enslaved Africans.

3-5 Elementary Slavery in the Colonies Reading

Primary sources documenting the slave trade in the colonial era.

Causes of the American Revolution Auditory Learning Elementary Activities

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Document titled "Declaration of Independence Excerpts" with a teacher read-aloud script and prompts for student discussion.

Teacher Read-Aloud Script Declaration of Independence | Elementary

A scripted activity to guide students through exploration of the Declaration of Independence.

Educational handout titled "Reading A" with vocabulary terms and a brief history of the French and Indian War.

Associated Readings Declaration of Independence | Elementary

Additional readings to give students background for the creation of the Declaration of Independence.

Worksheet for structuring a debate outline, including sections for topic, arguments, and rebuttals.

Student Debate Outline Handout | Elementary

A debate activity to help students gain understanding of the complexities of the move toward Independence.

Consequences of the American Revolution Auditory Learning Elementary Activities

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A handout for a reading assignment, featuring vocabulary terms and a map related to the American Revolution.

Articles of Confederation Readings for Elementary Students

Readings that provide an overview of the detail the powers and structure of the Colonial government.

Educational worksheet titled "Monologue Peer-Review" with sections for instructions, peer review, and self-reflection.

Monologue Peer-Review Handout | Elementary

A step-by-step handout to help students prepare for the verbal portion of their Wax Museum presentation.

Development of the Constitution Auditory Learning Elementary Activities

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Reading handout with sections for name, date, class, vocabulary list, and an introductory text about U.S. government history.

Constitution Reading for Elementary Students

Readings that provide an overview of the development of the Constitution and the major items discussed at Constitutional Convention.

Industrialization and Immigration Auditory Learning Elementary Activities

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Educational handout titled "Industrialization and the Lowell Girls" with sections for name, date, and class.

Industrialization and the Lowell Girls Reading | Elementary

Text that covers Industrialization through the lens of the Lowell Girls.

Three game cards from "I Have, Who Has" with text about culture, manufacturing, and immigration. Instructions included.

I Have, Who Has Game | Elementary

A card game to give students an understanding of major events during the 1800s that relate to industrialization and immigration.

Expansion Auditory Learning Elementary Activities

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Educational handout featuring a reading assignment about American history, including vocabulary and key information.

Westward Expansion Reading | Elementary

Text that explores Westward Expansion and Manifest Destiny.

Handout titled "Primary Sources: Trail of Tears" discussing the relocation of Native American tribes in the 1800s.

Trail of Tears Primary Sources | Elementary

Four primary source resources from the Trail of Tears period.

Causes of the Civil War Auditory Learning Elementary Activities

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Image of a handout titled "Reading" with content about sectionalism, northern planters, and abolition.

Sectionalism Reading | Elementary

Readings that provide an overview of the causes of the Civil War.

Document titled "Experiences of Enslaved People Primary Sources" with details about interviews from 1940 and 1941.

Experiences of Enslaved People Primary Sources | Elementary

A primary source set that focuses on experiences of slavery and discusses sensitive topics surrounding the emotional toll of slavery.

Newspaper information on Lincoln's election with a map showing the Southern states and their opinions on sectionalism.

Election of 1860 Newspaper Primary Sources | Elementary

Excerpts from 1860's newspapers that compare and contrast the election coverage in Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Indiana.

Course of the Civil War Auditory Learning Elementary Activities

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Course handout titled "Course of the Civil War Reading" with vocabulary terms related to the topic.

Course of the Civil War Reading | Elementary

Lexiled readings that provide an overview of the Civil War for elementary students.

Document titled "Emancipation Proclamation Primary Source" with sections for name, date, and class. Instructions for teachers included.

Emancipation Proclamation Primary Source | Elementary

A scaffolded version of this primary source for elementary students.

Worksheet for video predictions and comprehension questions about the Civil War, with sections for writing responses.

Video Predictions and Questions | Elementary

A handout to accompany the lesson video that helps guide students through the major themes of the Civil War.

Featured Elementary Card Games

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Colorful educational cards depicting historical events with the title "It's About Time!" at the top.

It’s About Time Game | Elementary

Based on the game Timeline by Frédéric Henry, this game contains cards that focus on key dates in American history between 1020 and 2008. About the Game: Game can be played with 2 or more players. Gameplay takes 10-20 minutes per round. Available in a print-and-play version via the Download button or for purchase through the BRI Store.

Three game cards from "I Have, Who Has" with text about culture, manufacturing, and immigration. Instructions included.

I Have, Who Has Game | Elementary

A card game to give students an understanding of major events during the 1800s that relate to industrialization and immigration.

Colorful role cards for a dice game about westward expansion, detailing various historical perspectives and motivations.

Trails West Simulation Game | Elementary

A dice game that allows students to understand the various groups that moved Westward and the choices they had to make along the way.

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