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1st grade social studies internet activity activboard activities

Preview of Map Skills & Cardinal Directions Google Slides

Map Skills & Cardinal Directions Google Slides

Created by
KinderCulture
These slide are packed full of interactive map activities. It includes the following slides.1 Definitions page1 Fill in the compass rose4 Holiday follow the cardinal directions4 use cardinal directions on a map4 map key questions3 map questions3 Fairytale use the arrows to find the wayThese slides meet many of the geography standards for elementary students.
Preview of Goods and Services Sort Worksheets Kindergarten & 1st Grade Economics

Goods and Services Sort Worksheets Kindergarten & 1st Grade Economics

Created by
Oink4PIGTALES
These Economics sorting worksheets are fun interactive activities that give kindergarten and 1st grade sort, cut, and glue worksheets to help them see the differences in goods, services, producers, and consumers. These worksheets are great supplemental practice activities that can be used with ANY social studies curriculum!These Goods, Services, Producers, and Consumers Social Studies worksheetsare interactive and designed to give students fun and engaging activities to practice, identify, and
Preview of Boom Cards All About Maps

Boom Cards All About Maps

Do you want to make learning to read and use a map fun? Are you looking for purposeful, digital, NO PREP, paperless practice for reading maps? This product is for you! This Boom Cards™ deck provides students practice with identifying symbols on a map, using directions to identify location, and building a map.There are 25 cards that are not randomized. There is audio to support new readers. This game is great for fast finishers, RTI, enrichment, Digital Learning, Distance Learning and even home
Preview of Bitmoji Virtual Classroom Icons! 9 Pages worth of copy+paste icons for you!

Bitmoji Virtual Classroom Icons! 9 Pages worth of copy+paste icons for you!

I did the hard part for you :) Here are 9 google slides full of different icons for you to use in your virtual classroom.Carpets * Chairs * Desks * Decor * Wall Art * Chalkboards & Whiteboards * Plants * Personalized Items * Wall Shelves * Book Shelves * Etc!How to access your resource after purchasing:Go to My Purchases section of your TpT account.Click View Product Page next to the resource.Once there, you can use the Add to Google Drive button underneath the price to add the resource to y
Preview of Maps and Globes Kindergarten and 1st Grade Digital Social Studies Centers

Maps and Globes Kindergarten and 1st Grade Digital Social Studies Centers

Created by
Oink4PIGTALES
Add exciting DIGITAL activities to your map skills units with these maps and globes task cards and Boom Cards! This is a set of 40 map skills and globes task cards to give kindergarten, 1st grade, and SPED students practice with different types of maps, land, water, map symbols, globes, map keys, compass rose, buildings and more. These NO PREP map and globe digital activities will go with ANY geography/social studies units and are perfect for beginning primary grade students!You will be able to
Preview of U.S. Symbols in Brief

U.S. Symbols in Brief

Here are 21 passages on American Symbols for sharing with students. Written to give brief information, not full lessons; these passages can be just the thing for distributive practice or to set up further research or lessons. There is a picture or photograph for each page to engage students, while a student/s or the teacher shares the passages. Use them to: enhance Morning Meetings, introduce a social studies lesson, pull out for review, practice oral reading of non-fiction texts, read in small
Preview of Veteran's Day Reading Comp and Questions {Boom Cards} Distance Learning

Veteran's Day Reading Comp and Questions {Boom Cards} Distance Learning

This is a 20 Boom Card Deck WITH AudioPLUS a Printable Corresponding Thank You letter to a veteranCHECK OUT THE PREVIEW ABOVE FOR MORE DETAILSStudents will read (or listen to) comprehension paragraphs about Veteran’s Day. They will then answer questions about what they have read. The questions vary from True or False, Multiple Choice or Open ended answers. Students will be able to answer the following facts: What does it mean to be a veteranWhen Veteran’s Day is celebratedWhy the date and time a
Preview of Map Skills & Cardinal Directions Seesaw Slides

Map Skills & Cardinal Directions Seesaw Slides

Created by
KinderCulture
These slide are packed full of interactive map activities. It includes the following slides.1 Definitions page1 Fill in the compass rose4 Holiday follow the cardinal directions4 use cardinal directions on a map4 map key questions3 map questions3 Fairytale use the arrows to find the wayThese slides meet many of the geography standards for elementary students.
Preview of Goods and Services Picture Sorting - Good or Service Digital Boom Cards

Goods and Services Picture Sorting - Good or Service Digital Boom Cards

Created by
Oink4PIGTALES
Give your primary grade students fun supplemental practice activities as they learn the differences in Goods and Services! These DIGITAL and PRINTABLE Goods and Services economics activities require NO READING and give students pictures to identify as either a good or a service. These 42 Goods and Services social studies economic activities will go with ANY social studies curriculum too!These PRINTABLE and DIGITAL Boom Cards and Easel activities are interactive task cards and designed to give st
Preview of Martin Luther King, Jr. flipchart

Martin Luther King, Jr. flipchart

Created by
Trendy Teacher
This flipchart was created using ActivInspire. It is VERY kid friendly and has links to online vocabulary games, websites, video clips, his speech, and a movie about MLK, Jr. that really shows the impacts of MLK, Jr. on our country. An activote assessment is also included.
Preview of DINOSAURS Facts and Opinions BOOM CARD Bundle

DINOSAURS Facts and Opinions BOOM CARD Bundle

This is a great 5 deck DINOSAUR FACT AND OPINION BUNDLE. Each deck has 22 cards for each dinosaur which includes the following dinosaurs.... Stegasaurus Brachiosaurus Pteradactyl Triceratops TRex This can be used as a teacher resource during the study of dinosaurs or differentiating between fact and opinion statements. It also can be used for practice as homework or in a literature or science center. Enjoy! Please check out the preview cards at the following link.............Dinosaur Facts and O
Preview of Water Safety Powerpoint- Lakes and Rivers

Water Safety Powerpoint- Lakes and Rivers

Created by
Teacher Techie
This water safety powerpoint was used to teach K-5 students in an online club using Blackboard Collaborate. This powerpoint could also be used with a Smart Board or Elmo. It contains the following: - Introduction and objectives - License plate guessing game - Interactive: Q and A (use polling tools) - Life preserver video ( 1 minute 20 seconds) - More questions (use polling tools) - Boating safety tips - Boating share opportunity for students - What to do in an emergency - Link to an online gam
Preview of Texas State Symbols in Brief

Texas State Symbols in Brief

Here are 14 passages on Texas Symbols for sharing with students. Written to give brief information, not full lessons; these passages can be just the thing for distributive practice or to set up further research or lessons. There is a picture or photograph for each page to engage students while a student/s or the teacher shares the passages. Use them to: enhance Morning Meetings, introduce a social studies lesson, pull out for review, practice oral reading of non-fiction texts, read in small grou
Preview of Fun, engaging digital & printable voting bundle for preschool and kindergarten

Fun, engaging digital & printable voting bundle for preschool and kindergarten

Created by
learnplayrepeat
Voting theme virtual and printable learning activities for preschool/kindergarten ageLearn to vote, and sort ballots with these fun and interactive games. Great for teaching the basics of voting.Boom Cards™ decks are perfect for busy teachers (any and all teachers) No prep and no grading necessary! Just click, play, and repeat! Review your child's progress through the digital reports.Your kiddo will learn to:Enhance fine motor skillsEnhance visual motor skillsVote for their favorite thingsCount,
Preview of Spanish: States & Capitals Boom Cards (Estados y capitales de México)

Spanish: States & Capitals Boom Cards (Estados y capitales de México)

Created by
Taliko
⭐Estados y capitales de México ⭐ Distance Learning Este juego incluye Estados y capitales de México utilizando un método de opción múltiple para jugar. Estas tarjetas son excelentes para practicar, en el hogar, la escuela o el aprendizaje a distancia.Las BOOM CARDS son un gran recurso porque ...Gran herramienta de evaluación para maestros.Son atractivos.No necesita preparación.Se autoverifican.Los estudiantes pueden trabajar desde cualquier lugar (funciona en computadoras, computadoras portátil
Preview of Community Helper Seesaw Slides

Community Helper Seesaw Slides

Created by
KinderCulture
These slides are packed full of fun community helper games. Have your students complete this as a virtual lesson or complete it together as a whole class activity. The following slides are included.9 community helper clue cards1 community helper match1 community helper board game5 community helper number puzzles1 star the community helper1 guess who
Preview of Needs & Wants Seesaw Slides

Needs & Wants Seesaw Slides

Created by
KinderCulture
This slideshow contains the following slides2 needs and wants definitions1 cover the needs and wants5 needs and wants fill in the blank. 1 needs and wants sort1 needs and wants game board5 needs sorting
Preview of Flags around the world-26 flags and their origin

Flags around the world-26 flags and their origin

Created by
learnplayrepeat
Around The World themed digital activities for preschool/kindergarten ageGo around the world with this fun and interactive digital learning game!This deck is perfect for learning some of the different flags around the world! Use one smartboard/activeboard or on tablets.Boom Cards™ decks are perfect for busy teachers (any and all teachers) No prep and no grading necessary! Just click, play, and repeat! Review your child's progress through the digital reports.Your kiddos will learn to: Identify an
Preview of All About American Symbols Seesaw Slides

All About American Symbols Seesaw Slides

Created by
KinderCulture
This is a perfect contribution to your social studies curriculum. These slides include informational slides about 5 key American Symbols inlcuding American Flag, Bald Eagle, Statue of Liberty, Pledge of Allegiance and National Anthem. It has many games to help students memorize the national symbols while having loads of fun!
Preview of Community Helpers Google Slides

Community Helpers Google Slides

Created by
KinderCulture
These slides are packed full of fun community helper games. Have your students complete this as a virtual lesson or complete it together as a whole class activity. The following slides are included.9 community helper clue cards1 community helper match1 community helper board game5 community helper number puzzles1 star the community helper1 guess whoThe community helpers in this activity include:Doctor Firefighter Police officer Teacher Vet Mail carrier Sanitation worker Crossing guard Nurse Ch
Preview of Rustic Chic Virtual Classroom - fully customizable!

Rustic Chic Virtual Classroom - fully customizable!

This is one classroom that is fully customizable. Add in links on different items, use the heart shaped corkboard to add in text or links, as well.Please remember to rate :)7 Rooms that are fully customizable:https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Bitmoji-Virtual-Classroom-Template-7-Rooms-fully-customizable-58391949 Pages of Clipart Icons to personalize your virtual roomshttps://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Bitmoji-Virtual-Classroom-Icons-9-Pages-worth-of-copypaste-icons-for-you-583
Preview of Pebble Go Quest: Nurses
Preview of Free-Kids Finance: Is it better to save or invest your money? With Mr. O
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Free-Kids Finance: Is it better to save or invest your money? With Mr. O

Should you save the money under the pillow or should you invest it?Grow Money Kids with Mr. O the Hip Hop Teacher.Learn the basics of growing your money with Mr. O the Hip Hop Teacher and Friends!Subscribe on YouTube @thehiphopteacher Mr.O#ocalaflorida
Preview of Dinosaurs Quiz   -  Paperless digital resource Interactive PDF Freebie

Dinosaurs Quiz - Paperless digital resource Interactive PDF Freebie

This download is a short interactive PDF quiz on dinosaurs. This PDF is designed to be used on an electronic device in the classroom. The children select answers on the screen to dinosaur questions. Thanks for looking********************************************************************Some of my other products:Science Lessons Big Bundle Space and The Solar System Workbook Science Investigation Booklet ********************************************************************Customer Tips:How to get TP
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Find Social Studies - History resources | TPT

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 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.

Discover printable and digital social studies resources

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.

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.

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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 you’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.