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Preview of Christmas Around The World - Holidays Around The World

Christmas Around The World - Holidays Around The World

Pack your bags for Christmas Around The World! Students will travel to 8 countries and learn all about holiday traditions from around the world. Engage your students with this exciting Christmas Around The World unit, complete with detailed lesson plans, reading passages, text based questions, passport, stamps, suitcase, souvenir crafts, and more! This Top 10 Best Seller is a complete Social Studies & ELA Unit that will teach students about celebrations in America, Canada, Spain, Germany, It
Preview of Holidays Around the World (Part 1 and Part 2) BUNDLE

Holidays Around the World (Part 1 and Part 2) BUNDLE

Created by
Rachelle Smith
A #1 BEST SELLER ON TEACHERSPAYTEACHERS.COM**UPDATED November 2016**Want to see more? Click here for a video preview!Travel near and far to see a glimpse of Holidays Around the World. This is a great way to integrate the Christmas/Holiday theme into your curriculum! There are 13 countries to learn about and a craftivity and/or game for each country. This unit ties in literacy, social studies, art, writing, reading and even a little math. There's enough in this pack to use the whole month of Dec
Preview of Christmas / Holidays Around the World PowerPoint BUNDLE!

Christmas / Holidays Around the World PowerPoint BUNDLE!

Created by
Sheila Melton
Travel around the world with your students and learn how children celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Diwali and Chinese New Year with these Christmas/Holidays Around the World PowerPoints! These informative and engaging PowerPoints use real pictures and images and are the perfect addition to your Christmas/Holidays Around the World celebration!āœ… Real pictures mixed with fun clip art and animated transitions will keep your studentsā€™ attention.āœ… PowerPoint images, clip art and text are flatte
Preview of Black History Month Bundle - Printable and Digital Options

Black History Month Bundle - Printable and Digital Options

Learn about the 3 women who founded #BlackLivesMatterBLM Founders Learn and Create FREEBIEYOU MAY ALSO LIKE: BLACK HISTORY DRAWING BUNDLEHISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH BUNDLEINFLUENTIAL LEADERS IN WOMEN'S HISTORYINFLUENTIAL LEADERS IN HISPANIC HISTORYINFLUENTIAL LEADER IN BLACK HISTORYThis resource is an excellent way for you to teach your students about influential leaders in black history while integrating into your daily writing lessons. Included:*Newly added (jan 28, 2021) Pages are now available a
Preview of Christmas And Holidays Around The World BUNDLE

Christmas And Holidays Around The World BUNDLE

This is a bundle of my Christmas Around the World and Holidays Around The World Units! You will travel to a total of 12 countries and learn all about holiday traditions from around the world. Includes reading passages, passport, stamps, text based questions, suitcase template, craft souvenirs, and more!During This Unit You Will Visit: America/CanadaEnglandSwedenSpainGermanyMexicoItalyAustraliaIsraelIndiaChinaFrancePlease see individual file descriptions linked below: Christmas Around The World H
Preview of Ultimate Cultural Heritage Month Bundle | Google Slides | Person Per Day

Ultimate Cultural Heritage Month Bundle | Google Slides | Person Per Day

Hello and welcome to Celebrating Cultural Heritage Month Bundle! This resource comes with Hispanic Heritage Month, Black History Month, Women's History Month, and AAPI Month to celebrate for many months of cultural celebrations! This resource is designed to be used in person OR digitally.1. You can use this resource during morning class meeting to fit in relevant and diverse content. I share screen during ourĀ class meetings, and we discuss the slides/view the videos together2. This is a comple
Preview of Hispanic Heritage Month BUNDLE - Influential Leaders & Directed Drawings

Hispanic Heritage Month BUNDLE - Influential Leaders & Directed Drawings

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: INFLUENTIAL LEADERS IN HISPANIC HISTORYINFLUENTIAL LEADERS IN WOMEN'S HISTORYDOWNLOAD preview for FREEBIE **last updated 9/23/19**This resource is an excellent way to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and teach your students about influential leaders in Hispanic history. Included:20 Biographies about influential leaders in women's history (Available to print or display digitally) Cover page to create classroom book with biographies 20 journal pages for students responses to ea
Preview of North America (Bundle): An Introduction to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food

North America (Bundle): An Introduction to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food

This North American bundle includes slideshows of Canada, the United States of America, and Mexico. Students will enjoy learning about food, clothing, art, tourist attractions, languages, national parks, and much more about each country. In all, there are 92 pages of information and beautiful photos! These slideshows can be shown to a class on a screen from your computer, printed as a book to use in centers, or for student research. Many teachers also use these to impress parents on multicultur
Preview of **BEST SELLER** Beyond Imagination Country Study Deluxe Bundle #1 - 30% OFF!

**BEST SELLER** Beyond Imagination Country Study Deluxe Bundle #1 - 30% OFF!

Epic adventures await, and with 30% off the cost of paying per country, this bundle is an absolute bargain! The 10 epic countries included are: āœ“ Australiaāœ“ Chinaāœ“ Englandāœ“ Italyāœ“ Japanāœ“ Mexicoāœ“ New Zealandāœ“ Swedenāœ“ The Netherlandsāœ“ The U.S.A.Learn all about the above cultures with your lower elementary grade/ kindergarten/ special education learners. Each country study now includes super fun boarding passes and postcards (the kids LOVE these). In each country study, you will have six country-sp
Preview of Not Your Average Bundle

Not Your Average Bundle

*This is NOT a growing bundle* This bundle contains 10 Not Your Average units (see description) that we've ever created! Have a not-so-average time with theses! :) LaNesha & Naomi
Preview of Black History Month Scientist- Hands-On STEM Activities for elementary students

Black History Month Scientist- Hands-On STEM Activities for elementary students

Celebrate Black History Month in your Science classroom with a Hands- On Science Activity BUNDLE that includes FAMOUS African American Scientists and Inventors and a corresponding STEM lab. Featured Scientists: Alexa Canady: Neurosurgeon Mae Jemison: Astronaut Lewis Latimer: Inventor & Engineer Elijah McCoy: Inventor Marie Daly: Chemist This activity pack can be done in class as a lab or hands on activity or as a brain break! It can be sent home as a spring break or summer vacation package
Preview of K-2 Social & Racial Justice Morning Meeting Slides & Standards Posters BUNDLE

K-2 Social & Racial Justice Morning Meeting Slides & Standards Posters BUNDLE

Teaching Toleranceā€™s Social Justice Standards is a road map for anti-bias education at every grade level.These particular slides were developed for K-2 classrooms.The posters include:20 Posters to cover each social justice standard. The standards are written in kid-friendly term appropriate for the K-2 classroomThe purpose of the morning meeting slides is to engage our students in deep and meaningful conversations that go beyond the basic "my favorite color is...". They are meant to elicit dialo
Preview of Asia (Bundle): An Introduction to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food

Asia (Bundle): An Introduction to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food

This Asian bundle includes slideshows of China, Japan, and India. Students will enjoy learning about food, clothing, art, tourist attractions, languages, and much more about each country. In all, there are 70 pages of information and beautiful photos! These slideshows can be shown to a class on a screen from your computer, printed as a book to use in centers, or for student research. Many teachers also use these to impress parents on multicultural nights. These downloads come as PDF files and ar
Preview of Culture Bundle

Culture Bundle

We bundled out Culture.Culture.Culture unit, Cultivating Cultural Intelligence unit, and Create Your Own Culture unit so that you can implement all of these incredible lessons with your kids!Here's our suggested use:Start with Culture. Culture. Culture.-This will teach students the basics of what makes a culture and allow to to explore their own.The, move on to Cultivating Cultural Intelligence.-This will allow your students to dig deeper into culture and what it means for other people. Students
Preview of Mega Country Bundle: Introductions to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food

Mega Country Bundle: Introductions to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food

This Mega Country Bundle includes 28 slideshows about different countries. Students will enjoy learning about food, clothing, art, tourist attractions, languages, music, and much more about each country. In all, there are a total of 834 pages of information written in a way young children can understand. Beautiful photos, maps, and four review questions at the end of each slideshow enhance students' learning. These slideshows can be shown to a class on a screen from your computer, printed as a
Preview of Postcards Around the World

Postcards Around the World

Created by
The Lost Teacher
This is a bundle set of 40 postcards of countries around the world from my following products:Africa PostcardsAmericas PostcardsAsia and Oceania PostcardsMiddle East PostcardsEurope PostcardsThere are postcards from countries in EVERY continent except Antarctica. These postcards should also coincide with most of the Christmas, Holidays Around the World, and travel-theme activities on TPT. It is also a fun way to teach informal writing or use the cards as templates for reflective writing after le
Preview of Fact Book: Around the World Bundle

Fact Book: Around the World Bundle

There are now 17 countries included in this bundle! Countries include:India, Japan, Kenya, Egypt, France, Norway, England, Italy, Australia, Mexico, Brazil, South Africa, China, Spain, Saudi Arabia, Iran and the U.S.A (freebie)Now includes a bonus "blank" book to use for any country at no extra cost!Participate in a shared research project with your kids through the study of a variety of countries! Work together as a whole class, or let your kids work in small groups during literacy stations.Kid
Preview of Holidays Around the World Unit - Interactive Googles Slides

Holidays Around the World Unit - Interactive Googles Slides

Created by
Kristen Cutillo
Students will back their bags as they get ready to travel around the world with the click of their computers! This resource can be used for teaching live Google Meets, or as and individual student assignment. You will get the opportunity to travel to 10 different countries to learn how these countries celebrate their winter (some summer) holidays. In each country, there are fun facts, a video showing the country, holiday read aloud, and fun craft.This product includes:-Interactive suitcase packi
Preview of Classroom Decor Bundle | 'Connections' | Aboriginal Indigenous Art

Classroom Decor Bundle | 'Connections' | Aboriginal Indigenous Art

Our 2022 Decor Bundle is here and is ready to download and print to renergise and refresh your learning space.Featuring Russell Yilamara Brownā€™s 2022 ā€˜Connectionsā€™ artwork designed exclusively for Songlines Art, Culture Education.With our Connections DĆ©cor Bundle, your teaching and learning pace will feature stunning Indigenous artwork whilst being organised and effective.Match this with our ā€˜Connectionsā€™ Lanyard and ā€˜Connectionsā€™ Acknowledgement of Country to make you and your learning space re
Preview of K-2 Social & Racial Justice Morning Meeting Slides-Anti Bias Education-ABAR

K-2 Social & Racial Justice Morning Meeting Slides-Anti Bias Education-ABAR

UPDATE: GOOGLE SLIDES FORMAT NOW AVAILABLE 10/15/20Teaching Toleranceā€™s Social Justice Standards is a road map for anti-bias education at every grade level. These particular slides were developed for K-2 classrooms. **Grades 3-5 Available!**Grades 6-8 Available!The purpose of these slides is to engage our students in deep and meaningful conversations that go beyond the basic "my favorite color is...". They are meant to elicit dialogue about inequalities and equity. What does that look like? How
Preview of **BEST SELLER** Beyond Imagination Country Study Deluxe Bundle #2 - 30% OFF!

**BEST SELLER** Beyond Imagination Country Study Deluxe Bundle #2 - 30% OFF!

The 10 epic countries included are:āœ“ Brazilāœ“ Canadaāœ“ Egyptāœ“ Franceāœ“ Germanyāœ“ Indiaāœ“ Irelandāœ“ Russiaāœ“ Spaināœ“ The Philippines
Preview of Europe Bundle 2: An Introduction to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food

Europe Bundle 2: An Introduction to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food

Europe Bundle #2 includes slideshows of England, Greece, and Italy. Students will enjoy learning about food, clothing, art, tourist attractions, languages, and much more about each country. In all, there are 88 pages of information and beautiful photos! These slideshows can be shown to a class on a screen from your computer, printed as a book to use in centers, or for student research. Many teachers also use these to impress parents on multicultural nights. These downloads come as PDF files and
Preview of GREECE Europe Unit Study Cultural Studies Ancient Greek Educational Bundle

GREECE Europe Unit Study Cultural Studies Ancient Greek Educational Bundle

Created by
Savy Activities
Travel to Greece with themed educational activity to learn about the history, culture and habitat with over 90 pages of fun, interactive activities. Included in an educational placemat/poster & flag w/coloring outline, with Montessori-inspired 3-part cards to learn iconic landmarks. Learn geography with major city and landmark map pinning, states and territories poster and Europe continent flag pinning. Learn fun facts aboutĀ Greece and look at major historical events in a timeline poster.Cre
Preview of Africa Deluxe Continent Bundle (Color Borders) - Montessori Geography

Africa Deluxe Continent Bundle (Color Borders) - Montessori Geography

Africa Deluxe Continent Bundle - This bundle includes all the maps, flags, and photographic card sets (181 pictures) for your African continent study. The children will love learning about Africa as they look through these beautiful photographic cards and use all the maps. All cards have a green border to match the traditional Montessori map colors.Includes:continent cardsanimalscultureflags (color & blackline masters)foodlandmarksmusical instrumentsmap & map labels (pin flags)flags (pin
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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.

Teaching with social studies resources

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 studentā€™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.

Discover printable and digital social studies resources

If youā€™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 youā€™re teaching students about Americaā€™s democratic process, the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., how to read maps, or World War II, weā€™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.

Frequently asked questions about teaching social studies

What types of social studies lessons are available on TPT?

There are many different types of history resources sold by Sellers on TPT. Some popular social studies lessons include U.S. history, world history, ancient history, geography, civics, and government.

How do I find social studies lessons on TPT?

Educators can save time preparing history lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply start a search for social studies resources on the TPT marketplace, and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find materials that've been proven to work in classrooms like yours. No matter what youā€™re teaching, there are plenty of social studies lessons and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.