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Kindergarten social studies projects for Microsoft PowerPoint
All About Me Flip Flap® Lapbook
All About Me activity. Your students will LOVE creating this All About Me Flip Flap® Lapbook during the first few weeks of school!This All About Me Flip Flap® Lapbook is a complete project that will have your students' heads and hands busy having fun and learning at the same time. This unit is PERFECT for your Back to School Night displays on your bulletin board or at your students' desks for your parents to peruse.Included in this All About Me Unit is:* 6 Different Interactive Flip Flap Books
Grades:
K - 3rd
Hispanic Heritage Month Craftivity/Project!
For Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrate 14 different and very influential Hispanic Americans with this cute craftivity/project! This resource has two Hispanic Americans (2 flags) per page. There is regular lines and options with primary lines for the little ones. I also included blank flags for you to choose your own questions and get creative yourself! The Hispanic Americans included in this are:Celia CruzSelenaCesar ChavezSonia SotomayorRoberto ClementeEllen OchoaJuan Felipe HerreraDolores Huer
Grades:
K - 5th
Art Lesson for Kids: Rural Landscape Collage
This lesson is a PDF style presentation. In this lesson, students create their own textured papers to create a patchwork-style landscape collage inspired by a rural landscape with sheep in a pasture. It is great to use as a lesson plan guide, as a step-by-step visual for students, or to print for substitute lesson plan.
Included in the PDF are the following:
step-by-step photo visuals and directions
student examples
essential questions
supply list
link to additional resources (types of communi
Grades:
K - 5th
Also included in: The BIG Bundle: 50 Art Projects for Kids!
Hispanic Heritage / Latinx Projects : PPT, Folder & Cereal Box
Description: This is a 22-google slide collection of 3 different Hispanic Heritage home-based projects which can be used with students of various levels. For your convenience these projects have parents letters and rubrics, all you need to create and investigate a famous Hispanic person from our past or present. Projects are in English and Spanish.Descripción:Esta es una colección de 22 diapositivas de google de 3 proyectos diferentes basados en el hogar de la Herencia Hispana que se puede u
Grades:
K - 12th
Superheroes Through Time, Art Project Presentation and Design a Superhero Mask
Introducing "Heroic Histories: A Superpowered Journey Through Time!" This captivating PowerPoint presentation is designed to touch on the history of superheroes before students design and create their own superhero mask. The file also includes full page blank super hero templates as well as a single page of mask clip art they can use to draw their own as well. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Would you lik
Grades:
K - 12th
Native Americans Interactive Googles Slides
This is an online Native Americans lesson or assignment where you can clip through the map to learn about different Native American tribes. You can teach this lesson as a Google Meets, or make a copy for each student using Google Classroom to make it an assignment. At the end, there is a STEAM project I created.This includes...-Video about Native Americans-Interactive Native American map of tribes-Information about 5 tribes: their houses and culture-STEAM activity
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K - 3rd
Family Heritage
Building a community where every student feels like they are represented is such an important part of every classroom.This project is a wonderful way for your students to share with one another their families, heritage, and traditions.In my classroom, I like to assign a family homework project over the course of 2 months where the students research about their families' origins, family trees, favorite recipes, and more.This resource includes the following:Family Homework Project:1) Family Flag -
Grades:
PreK - 1st
Let's Learn about Russia! PowerPoint Slide Show
This PowerPoint slide show is all about Russia. I divided the slideshow into 5 days, however, you will want to use about two weeks to go over the slideshow and create a project (e.g. poster) at the end of this mini-unit on Russia. The slideshow includes facts about Russia with supporting photographs and links to coloring pages and various YouTube links to share with students. Your students will love to see all the vivid photographs and watch videos as well as learn a few words in Russian. They w
Grades:
K - 5th
Embracing Aloha Spirit: Exploring Hawaii in Your Classroom
Aloha, fellow educators! Today, I want to share an exciting lesson plan that will transport your students to the lush landscapes and vibrant culture of Hawaii. Teaching about the Aloha State isn't just about geography; it's about fostering curiosity, cultural awareness, and connecting with our environment. So, let's dive into this immersive journey through the Hawaiian Islands and explore the importance of learning about this beautiful state.Key Features Include:Link to Cricut template for cutti
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Grades:
K - 2nd
Native Americans Activities Bundle - Indigenous Peoples Day
Native American Heritage Discovery Kit!Are you curious about Native American history and culture, but overwhelmed by the vast amount of information available? Our Native American Bundle is the answer to your questions.Unlock the rich tapestry of Native American heritage with our comprehensive "All Information About Native American Heritage Day" PowerPoint. This captivating presentation covers the origins, traditions, and the significance of Native American Heritage Day, providing you with a deep
Grades:
PreK - 9th
Let's Learn about Portugal! PowerPoint Slide Show
This PowerPoint slide show is all about Portugal. I divided the slideshow into 5 days, however, you will want to use about two weeks to go over the slideshow and create a project (e.g. poster) at the end of this mini-unit on Portugal. The slideshow includes facts about Portugal with supporting photographs and links to coloring pages and various YouTube links to share with students. Your students will love to see all the vivid photographs and watch videos as well as learn a few words in Portugue
Grades:
PreK - 5th
December and Winter Holidays Flag Project/Craftivity!
Celebrate and learn about December and Winter holidays with this cute craftivity/project! This resource includes 11 different holidays (and counting). I created this so two flags fit to a page to save paper and ink! The holidays included in this are:ChristmasKwanzaa HanukkahLas PosadasSt. Lucia DayBoxing DayYuleThree Kings DaySaint Nicholas Day OmisokaWinter Solstice All flags come in both primary lines and regular lines for the kids to answer the questions. The 3 questions on the flags are:What
Grades:
K - 5th
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Me on the Map activity
After reading the book or watching the Youtube book of Me on the Map your students will be able to create this wonderful craft to help connect a bunch of maps to them. This is made thru powerpoint so you can edit it for your class.
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K - 2nd
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Let's Learn about South Africa! PowerPoint Slide Show
This PowerPoint slide show is all about South Africa. I divided the slideshow into 5 days, however, you will want to use about two weeks to go over the slideshow and create a project (e.g. poster) at the end of this mini-unit on South Africa. The slideshow includes facts about South Africa with supporting photographs and links to coloring pages and various YouTube links to share with students. Your students will love to see all the vivid photographs and watch videos as well as learn a few words
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Grades:
K - 5th
Second Grade Social Studies Types of Communities- Rural
This hands-on, engaging project allows you to teach a rural community AND nouns all in one! The pictures and writing allow for your children to create a visual representation of a rural community. The writing activities allow your children to focus on all the nouns found in this type of area. The nouns they can include in their rural community are:horsetractorfencehousescarsbarnheneggspigduckhaysheepgoatroostercow
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K - 2nd
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Also included in: Second Grade Social Studies Types of Communities
Introduction to Design Thinking in the Classroom
Are you ready to transform your teaching approach and unlock boundless potential in your students? Our "Introduction to Design Thinking in the Classroom" PowerPoint presentation is your key to understanding and implementing this dynamic approach to education.1. Grasp the Core Concepts: Dive into the fundamental principles of design thinking. Understand how this innovative approach can revolutionize your teaching methods and inspire your students.2. Appreciate the Significance: Explore the profou
Grades:
K - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Country of the Month Project: Rwanda
Learn about countries around the world with this Country of the Month Project series. Each project features an introductory slideshow of facts and pictures and a STEAM or art project.This month's featured country, Rwanda, is on the continent of Africa. Your students will love looking through all the pictures in the "All About Rwanda" slideshow, reading the book "The ABC's of Rwanda," and designing their own imigongo, a traditional Rwandan art form, either on paper or as a Google drawing project.
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Grades:
PreK - 6th
Also included in: Countries of the Month - GROWING BUNDLE
Economics Project: Budgeting and Shopping for Goods at the Grocery Store
This project is a great chance for students to learn about how to plan, budget, and spend money. Here is the recommended instructions:Teacher will present the scenario and rules together.Each student/partnership/group will complete grocery list based on the catalog with prices.Students will plan their meal and draw it on their plates.Allow students to share and present what they came up with! It is so fun to see what they have planned. This could be done in one longer chunk of time, or can be sp
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Grades:
K - 3rd
Also included in: Economics Unit BUNDLE!
Second Grade Social Studies Types of Communities- Urban
Here is a great way to combine your teaching of urban communities with your teaching of grammar! Welcome to Pretty City, where you combine the visuals of an urban community with adjectives to describe it! There are 3 writing activities included that reinforce the idea of adjectives that can be used to describe your urban community. There are examples provided for easier implementation. The clipart provided is:2 buildings (one blue and one orange)8 skyscrapers (red, orange, light gray, dark gr
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K - 2nd
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Also included in: Second Grade Social Studies Types of Communities
EDITABLE Class Money System BUNDLE! Economics/Money/Math/Behavior Management
This class economy bundle includes tools you can use in your classroom to manage behavior and anchor discussions about social studies and economics. It is ALL EDITABLE, so you can adjust it if needed to make it perfect for your specific classroom!
Includes:
*** 32 individual reward coupons
*** 4 class reward coupons
*** 4 posters for visible learning/teaching
*** Job Descriptions Page
*** Job Application Template
*** Student Shopping Menu Page
*** Behavior Tracking Sheets
*** Paycheck Templa
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Grades:
K - 5th
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Let's Learn about India! PowerPoint Slide Show
This PowerPoint slide show is all about India. I divided the slideshow into 5 days, however, you will want to use about two weeks to go over the slideshow and create a project (e.g. poster) at the end of this mini-unit on India. The slideshow includes facts about India with supporting photographs and links to coloring pages and various YouTube links to share with students. Your students will love to see all the vivid photographs and watch videos as well as learn a few words in Hindi. They will
Grades:
PreK - 5th
North Carolina (NC) Mountain to Sea Trail Map Challenge (PE, 4th Grade)
What is it?This activity, created in Google Slides is a great resource for PE Teachers, 4th Grade Teachers, or any teacher who is wanting to teach their kiddos about NC or popular hiking trails. This product features an image I created which details the Mountain to Sea Trail as it reaches from Clingman's Dome in the GSMNP to Jockey's Ridge State Park on the OBX. It labels the different regions that our wonderful state has to offer along with some informational images that can be easily hyperlink
Grades:
K - 5th
Also included in: Map Challenge Set
Maryland State Flag Craft | Maryland State Symbols
Maryland Flag, State Symbols Craft is perfect for US geography, 50 states lessons and symbols, Maryland pride week and events. Includes:All templates to complete craft (SOME parts can be printed on colored cardstock.)Directions with picturesMaryland state outline coloring sheetDemo flag in full colorNot for commercial use. For personal and classroom use only.Click here to follow Heart Happy and be notified of new releases.Please don't forget to leave feedback. You will receive TPT credits that c
Grades:
PreK - 3rd
Also included in: 50 States Flag Craft BUNDLE
Hispanic Heritage Resources
Description: This is a 33-google slide collection of YouTube read aloud and videos, many biographies, celebrating famous Hispanic Americans. They can be used as aural research, as a collection or assigned individually to students. A short Google slide research project in English or Spanish is included. It can be assigned in class or as a home project. Rubric and parent letter included for your convenience. Descripción:Esta es una colección de 33 diapositivas de Google y de vídeos de libros en
Grades:
PreK - 12th
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