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1st grade social studies centers for Easel Activities
Christmas Around the World Passages - Winter Holidays Around the World Research
Want to teach about Christmas and Holidays Around the World, but you're short on time? These reading comprehension passages are a quick way to teach your students about different ways winter holidays are celebrated while practicing their reading skills.These Holiday Around the World reading passages introduce students to how holidays are celebrated in different countries. Ten different countries that celebrate Christmas plus Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Diwali are included. There is one passage page,
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1st - 3rd
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Presidents Day Reading and Writing Craft Flip Book - Presidents Day Activities
Looking for a way to teach Presidents Day activities without interrupting your reading and writing time? This craft flip book teaches all about the President of the United States. It includes a flip book plus a craft topper for decorations. Presidents Day Activities Included: Let's Read page: reading passage Let's Answer page: comprehension questionsLet's Sort: Cut and sort things that the president does and the requirements of the presidentLet's Write: Students write what they've learned about
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1st - 3rd
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Abraham Lincoln Biography Graphic Organizers, Presidents Day Activities & Craft
This Abraham Lincoln biography set includes graphic organizers and a reading and writing flip book craft. This biography set has activities to use for Presidents' Day and covers important facts about Abraham Lincoln's life for students to learn. Within the pack, they will read about Abraham Lincoln, research him, write about him, create a flip book about him, and sort important parts of this famous president's life into graphic organizers. Included in this Abraham Lincoln biography pack: Reading
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1st - 3rd
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Amelia Earhart Build an Airplane READ ALOUD STEM™ Activity
Integrate STEM and Social Studies in your classroom during Women's History Month with this Amelia Earhart STEM Challenge! Travel through the skies with Amelia Earhart! Build an Airplane STEM Challenge is a fun and unique way to engage your students during Women's History Month. Teach students that anyone can be a successful pioneer in industry regardless of gender. Students begin the activity by reading about Amelia Earhart and learning vocabulary on different aspects of flight (thrust, lift, dr
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K - 5th
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
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Also included in: Women's History Month READ ALOUD STEM™ Activities BUNDLE #1
Rosa Parks Biography Graphic Organizer - Black History Month Activities
Rosa Parks was an influential woman who fought for equality and forever changed history. This biography pack full of activities is perfect to use during Black History Month or Women's History Month and covers facts about her life for students to learn. Within the pack, they will read about Rosa Parks, research her, write about her, create a flip book about her, and sort important parts of this famous African American woman's life into graphic organizers.There is now a digital component included
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1st - 3rd
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Margaret Hamilton and the Moon READ ALOUD STEM™ Activity
Integrate STEM and Social Studies in your classroom during Women's History Month with this Margaret Hamilton Space STEM Challenge! Help Apollo astronauts land safely on the moon with Margaret Hamilton! Build a Lunar Lander STEM Challenge is a fun and unique way to engage your students during Women's History Month. Teach students that anyone can be successful in STEM regardless of gender. Students begin the activity by reading about Margaret Hamilton and learning vocabulary about Lunar Landers. Y
Grades:
K - 5th
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
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Also included in: Women's History Month READ ALOUD STEM™ Activities BUNDLE #1
Hispanic Heritage Month Coloring Page- Crossword - Word Search Puzzle
-THIS LISTING IS AN INSTANT DIGITAL DOWNLOAD – PLEASE NOTE : NO PHYSICAL ITEMS WILL BE SHIPPED!Hispanic Heritage Month Crossword - Word Search Puzzle - Coloring pageHispanic Heritage Month ActivitiesCelebrate Hispanic Heritage Month using Marie’s collection of resources specially designed for the event. Our Hispanic Heritage Month Vocabulary Word Search is the perfect introduction to words children will need to describe the celebrations taking place in September and October.Students will enjoy s
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1st - 10th
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Presidents Day Activities
Here are a few fun activities to use on Presidents Day for Abraham Lincoln and George Washington. This non-fiction unit includes:1) reading passages about Lincoln, Washington, and the Executive Branch2) two fill in the blank activities for Lincoln and Washington3) graphic organizer on what is a president4) comprehension quiz on the president and executive branch of government5) president timelines6) ABC orders7) flip books8) graphic organizers9) themed writing papers10) word sorts 11) comparison
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1st - 3rd
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Also included in: 2nd Grade Social Studies Bundle
Canada writing activities | NO PREP
Celebrate Canada with this pack of fun Canada Literacy Activities! Ideal for introducing a Canada Unit or discussing Canada Day.No-prep, digital-ready with drag and drop features, answer boxes with TpT Easel!Included in this resource:VocabularyColour Canadian vocabulary word wall and black and white print-friendly student reference sheet6 coins, 4 animals, 4 symbols, hockey players, RCMP (to suggest additional words for updates, please contact me through my store’s Q&A or email me at ThatFun
Grades:
K - 2nd
Also included in: Canada resources for primary - literacy and BINGO bundle
Texas Mini-Unit
Great for Texas History units during the month of March, this 20 page unit supplement features worksheets for making your own Texas symbol booklet! Black line color and trace sheets are perfect for students in pre-k, kindergarten, and first grades.Contents:Texas Symbol Worksheets, Color and Trace Texas flag bluebonnet (flower) mockingbird (bird) pecan tree (tree) armadillo (small mammal) longhorn (large mammal) AlamoWord Wall words Word Find and Key Pecan count and color
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PreK - 2nd
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Johnny Appleseed Emergent Reader! Kindergarten 1st 2nd grade activities
Do you need a Johnny Appleseed emergent reader for your student's book boxes? This is an easy biography that the children will love!Included:✅1 large copy of book for presenting to class or assigning through EASEL✅Eight page booklet in color and black and white✅Main Idea Printable✅New Words Printable⭐Let the children put the book in their book boxes and practice reading for a week!⭐Take it home and read it again and again!⭐This is great for your English Language Learners as well! ⭐Easel A
Grades:
K - 1st
Also included in: Fall Activities Kindergarten Bundle - 9 Resources! ESL
Fire Safety and Firefighter Printable Books Bundle
Use these printable readers to discuss important fire safety topics or community helpers. The simple readers are meant for a kindergarten or 1st grade student. Fire safety is generally covered during fire prevention week in October. Will my students be able to read these books independently?The books vary in difficulty. You will probably find it best to read the book with or to your students. There is vocabulary that might not be familiar to your students.If they have trouble reading the text, a
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K - 1st
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MONEY COUNTING COINS UNIT 7 LESSON 35 WORKSHEETS EXIT TICKET POSTERS iREADY MAFS
First GradeMONEY COUNTING COINS UNIT 7 LESSON 35 WORKSHEETS EXIT TICKET POSTERS iREADY MAFS TEK MGSE COMMON CORE OVER 100 PAGES! UNDERSTANDING HOW TO IDENTIFY AND COUNT MONEY HOW TO TELL THE VALUE OF THE COINS AND COMBINATIONS OF COINS THAT EQUAL $1.00. Product DescriptionThis math pack is a great addition to any Math Curriculum for first grade. This product has extensive practice for students who are learning to understand how count money and tell its value. There are over 100 DIFFERENTIATED w
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K - 2nd
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Also included in: IReady Math Complete Unit 7 Bundle How Many? How Much? How Long?
Pearl Harbor Day National Holidays Unit for Primary Grades – Informational Text
Pearl Harbor Day fosters Math and Literacy in Social Studies through the use of Nonfiction Informational Text, Math Activities and Games, and a balanced mix of engaging higher and lower level hands-on activities to teach your 1st-3rd grade students about the history of Pearl Harbor Day:
• Complete Pearl Harbor Day History Lesson – we provide all of the Content!
• Reading Comprehension Questions to assess Informational Text Comprehension
• World War II Grid Math using Number and Letter Coordina
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1st - 3rd
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Spain Fact Booklet and Activities | Nonfiction | Comprehension | Craft
Visit Spain with your students with this fact booklet that contains a wide selection of fun activities. Draw a bull, bullfighter, Gaudí inspired buildings or decorate a stunning hand fan.This fact booklet on Spain is a great resource to use for a research project on countries around the world with your pre-k/kindergarten class and struggling first graders. Included in this product is a black and white informational book about Spain that can be used for independent reading as well as for guided r
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PreK - 1st
Also included in: Countries Fact Booklet Bundle | Crafts | Comprehension | Writing
Egypt Fact Booklet and Activities | Nonfiction | Comprehension | Craft
Egypt with its fascinating history, famous landmarks and hieroglyphs capture your students' interest as soon as they start exploring this fact booklet. Packed with engaging activities that will make a great display in your classroom.This fact booklet on Egypt is a great resource to use for a research project on countries around the world with your pre-k/kindergarten class and struggling first graders. Included in this product is a black and white informational book about Egypt that can be used f
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PreK - 1st
Indigenous Americans of Long Ago Fact Booklet | Comprehension | Craft
Learning about the lives of Indigenous Americans is fascinating, and students love to read about their rich culture. This engaging fact booklet provides a wonderful starting point for independent research into their history from long ago. This non-fiction book on Indigenous Americans is a great resource to use for doing a research project on historical people with your pre-k/kindergarten class. Included in this product is a black and white informational book, a worksheet for note-taking and two
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PreK - 1st
Veterans Day Activities Veterans Day Writing and Posters
Veterans Day is on November 11th each year. This resource was designed to introduce students to the five branches of the military as you teach them about the celebration of Veterans Day. Why should I teach my students about this holiday? To help provide your students with an understanding of the reason for Veterans Day and the importance of patriotism. Students are also able to explore the contributions that individuals make for the benefit of our country through learning about the branches of t
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1st - 2nd
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United States of America Fact Booklet | Nonfiction | Comprehension | Craft
Let your students explore the United States of America. Find out about famous landmarks and symbols such as the Statue of Liberty. Our fact booklets are popular, and they are a great resource to support students to grow in the knowledge and understand about different countries and cultures!This fact booklet on the United States is a great resource to use for a research project on countries around the world with your pre-k/kindergarten class. Included in this product is a black and white informat
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Grades:
K - 1st
Benjamin Franklin Fact Booklet | Nonfiction | Comprehension | Craft
Inventor, scientist, and American statesman! Your students will love exploring the captivating life of Benjamin Franklin. You will be amazed by all they learn from this fact booklet and from carrying out their own research into his remarkable life. The fact booklet provides young students with opportunities to practice their reading, writing as well as drawing skills. The ideal resource for busy teachers who need engaging, well-differentiated teaching materials. A craft activity makes it the co
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Grades:
K - 1st
Social Studies Family Unit
Social Studies Family Unit!
Get to know your students better with this family unit. Your students will be actively engaged as they learn about generations, family connections, and what makes their family unique!
What’s Included?
1. Family Glyph Activity
a. Teacher Instruction page
b. Student house template
c. Teacher Call Out Page
2. Generation Activities
a. Word Wall Posters
b. Activity
3. Family Tree Activity
a. Student plannin
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1st - 3rd
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Wants and Needs Sort
Need and Wants: Grab these TWO free activities to practice sorting needs and wants. Students practice both literacy skills and economic skills. Recommended for first grade.Use as...homework assessmentno prep substitute plans
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1st - 2nd
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Hispanic Heritage Month Social Studies Reading Comprehension Passages K-2
September Hispanic Heritage Month Social Studies Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions K-2, Famous Latinos Leaders History Activities Perfect for Centers.This pack of reading comprehension passages is a perfect choice! These reading comprehension passages cover 40 people in Hispanic Heritage. Each passage includes 5 questions to go along with the reading!Included you will find reading practice passages perfect for: warm-up, bell work, homework, or weekly assessments. Students can use inde
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K - 2nd
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Also included in: September Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions BUNDLE
The Boy Who Loved Maps Geography 1st and 2nd Grade Lesson Plan
The Boy Who Loved Maps Lesson Plan 1st and 2nd Grade is ideal for teaching Map Skills, Cardinal Directions, Spatial Reasoning, Geography skills Printable and Digital FormatThis resource includes: Learning ObjectivesPre-Reading Activity During Reading Comprehension QuestionsNeighborhood Map Activity Home Map Activity School Map Activity Reading a Map Activity Seating Chart Activity Description & Plan/Thing Activity Sequencing Activity Cardinal Directions Activity Following Directions Map Acti
Grades:
1st - 3rd
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Importance of learning social studies
Social studies offers valuable insights into history, geography, and much more. Social studies captivates students by providing them with perspectives from the past, present, and future, allowing them to understand history and navigate current events. It enables them to appreciate how previous generations have shaped their present reality. In essence, social studies opens their eyes to the vastness of life beyond their immediate surroundings.
Benefits of learning social studies
Learning social studies offers many benefits to students in terms of helping them develop a holistic understanding of the world. Namely, it helps them:
- Learn about the achievements, challenges, perspectives, traditions, and customs of different societies
- Evaluate information, analyze evidence, and make informed judgments about complex social, economic, and political issues
- Become active, responsible, and engaged citizens
- Comprehend global issues such as human rights, environmental sustainability, and economic disparities
By teaching social studies, teachers can help students develop critical thinking skills, foster civic engagement, and promote social awareness and responsibility.
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On TPT, social studies resources come in various formats, from worksheets to interactive notebooks to units. They can be used to enhance learning, assess a student’s mastery of social studies concepts, or to reteach a tricky topic. With plenty of TPT resources at your fingertips, teaching and learning social studies will be so much easier.
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If you’re a teacher or parent looking for printable or digital social studies resources, TPT has an extensive array of instructional materials for every learning need, topic, or grade level. Whether you’re teaching students about America’s democratic process, the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., how to read maps, or World War II, we’ve got you covered.
Social studies resources on TPT offer informative lessons, engaging texts, intriguing facts, interactive puzzles, and enjoyable trivia games. These grade-specific resources ensure that all students can access age-appropriate materials that stimulate their minds and enhance their creative thinking abilities.
For instance, first graders can explore worksheets on senses and emotions, followed by a coloring page featuring Harriet Tubman. Older students can test their knowledge with quizzes on statistics and capital cities, then delve into the history of the Underground Railroad through an informational sheet or enjoy a word search focused on civil rights leaders. With such a wide variety of subjects and topics covered, our social studies pages provide endless opportunities for students to explore the world in captivating ways.
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