Memorizing a few very important historical dates can significantly help learners in framing their understanding of history as a whole. This simple graphic organizer allows learners to highlight momentous dates in United States history, from 1607 to 1945.

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social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Have learners cut out each box and paste the date and event at the top of a notebook page along with an image to represent the event. Then, have them take any notes regarding that date beneath 
• Ask learners to provide an argument for another date they would add to the list of significant events

Pros

• Includes very nice selection of only the most significant dates in United States history

Cons

• None

Common Core

RI.5.3 RH.6-8.3 RH.9-10.3 RH.11-12.3