Hexagonal Thinking for US History
This 1-page Hexagonal Thinking activity helps 7th graders make connections between key terms related to US history, from colonization through the Civil War. It encourages critical thinking and discussion.
“Colonists Exploration European Annex Manifest Destiny Secede Agriculture Industry Industrialization Government Revolution Citizen Declaration of Independence Constitution Separation of Powers Checks and Balances Bill of Rights Slavery/Enslavement Civil War Rural Urban Territory Province Coniferous Deciduous Tundra Migrate Transcontinental Gulf Add to a Hexagonal Thinking”
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use as a 30-minute small-group or whole-class activity to review key terms.
- Discussion question: Which two terms do you think are most closely related and why?
- For struggling learners, provide a word bank or pre-made connections to guide their thinking.
- Advanced learners can be challenged to create connections using terms not explicitly listed.
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Try Diffit for free“Colonists Exploration European Annex Manifest Destiny Secede Agriculture Industry Industrialization Government Revolution Citizen Declaration of Independence Constitution Separation of Powers Checks and Balances Bill of Rights Slavery/Enslavement Civil War Rural Urban Territory Province Coniferous Deciduous Tundra Migrate Transcontinental Gulf Add to a Hexagonal Thinking”
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use as a 30-minute small-group or whole-class activity to review key terms.
- Discussion question: Which two terms do you think are most closely related and why?
- For struggling learners, provide a word bank or pre-made connections to guide their thinking.
- Advanced learners can be challenged to create connections using terms not explicitly listed.
Hexagonal Thinking for US History
This 1-page Hexagonal Thinking activity helps 7th graders make connections between key terms related to US history, from colonization through the Civil War. It encourages critical thinking and discussion.
What is Diffit?
Teachers use Diffit to get quality materials for their unique classrooms. Adjust difficulty, add scaffolds, or change the topic to get started.
Try Diffit for free