Oklahoma History 1907 through Present (Reading Through History)

Reading Through History is pleased to present Oklahoma History: Volume Two. This is a collaborative effort of two Oklahoma classroom teachers with nearly thirty years of teaching experience at the secondary level. It includes 177 pages of student activities related to the major figures and events in Oklahoma History from 1907 through the present day. The workbook is divided into six complete units. Each unit includes a post-assessment as well as answer keys for each activity. This is the go-to resource for any Oklahoma History teacher in need of information or student reading activities. This resource manual is sure to be a perfect fit for any classroom, whether it be elementary school, middle school, or high school. There are 32 reading lessons in all, and each has several pages of student activities to accompany the reading, including multiple choice questions, guided reading activities, vocabulary exercises, and student response essay questions. Topics include the Green Corn Rebellion, Tulsa Race Riot, Dust Bowl, Oil Booms, and the Oklahoma City Bombing. There is also a focus on major figures such as Jim Thorpe, Frank Phillips, “Alfalfa” Bill Murray, Will Rogers, Wiley Post, Woody Guthrie, and many more. Oklahoma History: Volume Two also highlights Oklahoma geography, including lakes and city locations. 8 different map assignments will help students gain an understanding of the state’s topography. Read more