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Kindergarten End of Year social studies scripts

Preview of Graduation or End of the Year Celebration Program {"Dream Big"- Hollywood Theme}

Graduation or End of the Year Celebration Program {"Dream Big"- Hollywood Theme}

Created by
Kidz Count
Newest Graduation or End-of-the-Year Celebration Program. Roll out the red carpet for this adorable Hollywood Theme Celebration! The songs included in this unit are upbeat with original lyrics that I wrote. Included in the program are five songs, poems, and a total of twenty speaking parts. You choose how much of the program you want to use or you can perform the entire program. This program was written so you can modify it to fit your needs. It can be used as a graduation program or a celebrat
Preview of Reader's Theater - Partner Plays for Advanced Readers {End of the Year}

Reader's Theater - Partner Plays for Advanced Readers {End of the Year}

Reader's Theater - These plays can be used for centers, Language Arts activities, fluency practice, partner reading, etc. Buy the End of the Year Reader's Theater Bundle and SAVE! Or purchase them separately: End of the Year Plays for Kinder Kids End of the Year Plays for Beginning Readers These plays are designed and created with advanced readers in mind. The font is smaller, there are no picture clues, and varied sentence structure is used without. Ten plays are included. Each play is
Preview of First Thanksgiving Play - Readers Theater Script - Thanksgiving Activities

First Thanksgiving Play - Readers Theater Script - Thanksgiving Activities

Created by
Foreman Fun
A short, interactive play about the Pilgrims will get all your students involved! Students will learn about the Mayflower, Plymouth, & Squanto. This is the perfect way to introduce students to the story of the 1st Thanksgiving. A two page script for you to narrate gives students cues when it's their turn to speak or act something out. There are 24 character cards. 12 are speaking roles and 12 are just acting roles so that even struggling readers can be involved in the play. You can add more
Preview of Reader's Theater {End of the Year Bundle}

Reader's Theater {End of the Year Bundle}

This Reader's Theater Bundle is a 3 pack of Partner Plays {End of the Year Editions} so that you can easily differentiate for your learners. It includes ten plays for Kinder Kids, ten plays for Beginning Readers, and ten plays for Advanced Readers.
Preview of Kindergarten Graduation Poem, Nursery Rhymes, Diploma

Kindergarten Graduation Poem, Nursery Rhymes, Diploma

Help make Kindergarten Graduation a memorable experience for students and parents! Included in this product: 1 original Kindergarten Graduation poem 3 Nursery Rhymes that can be sung to the tune of: "Row Row Row Your Boat" " Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" " The Itsy Bitsy Spider" 1 Invitation to Kindergarten Graduation Ceremony 1 Kindergarten Graduation Diploma that can be personalized for each student in your class! These poems/ nursery rhymes can be easily printed and passed out, and can be us
Preview of Decades Themed Musical Performance Script for Elementary Students

Decades Themed Musical Performance Script for Elementary Students

This show is a time traveling musical history lesson!! The speakers’ script includes many facts about inventions and inventors of the 20th century and the musical performances will take the audience on a trip down memory lane.This performance package can be used by an elementary classroom teacher, a music teacher, a summer camp coordinator, or a drama program instructor.This show could be performed by anywhere from 25 to 100+ students depending on stage size.The length of the performance is appr
Preview of Reader's Theater Scripts for Beginning Readers {End of the Year}

Reader's Theater Scripts for Beginning Readers {End of the Year}

Reader's Theater Scripts - These plays can be used for centers, Language Arts activities, fluency practice, partner reading, etc.Buy the End of the Year Reader's Theater Bundle and SAVE!Or purchase them separately:End of the Year Plays for Kinder KidsEnd of the Year Plays for Advanced ReadersThese plays are designed and created with beginning readers in mind. Each play has large font, picture clues, and predictable sentence patterns with a focus on sight words and CVC words.Ten plays are include
Preview of Patriotic Musical Program for Primary Grades

Patriotic Musical Program for Primary Grades

Created by
Deana Thelen
There's nothing better than hearing little voices singing patriotic songs! This program is appropriate for all elementary grade levels. Some have even used it for a school wide program! The first graders at my school have been doing this inspiring musical program for over 15 years! Not only will students be singing patriotic songs, but a script has been provided that gives many students the opportunity to speak into the microphone. The program begins with kiddos reciting Presidential quotes
Preview of Graduation or Celebration Program {"Rockin' in our Learning Shoes"}

Graduation or Celebration Program {"Rockin' in our Learning Shoes"}

Created by
Kidz Count
NEW! Are you looking for a easy and fun upbeat end-of-the-year program? Well, here it is! Students will take their guests on a tour of their favorite places at school when performing this program "Rockin' in our Learning Shoes". This program was written so you can modify it to fit your needs. It is inspired by our favorite cat and so easy to learn. Included are original speaking parts, poems and songs. You will have an option of what songs or poems you choose depending on the age group th
Preview of Patriotic Themed Musical Performance Script for Elementary Students

Patriotic Themed Musical Performance Script for Elementary Students

This patriotic performance is full of US facts and history! This performance package can be used to create a great culminating event for your Social Studies History and Government unit, or for a Patriotic Holiday show! Perfect for a Veterans Day or Presidents Day music program.Performance is so memorable for children! When you can connect a performance to academic content as this one does... they will remember it forever.This script is simple and versatile. It can be used year after year in diff
Preview of Circus Script, Songs, Costume Ideas, and Coloring Book

Circus Script, Songs, Costume Ideas, and Coloring Book

Created by
KinderKay
I have been performing a circus with my students for many years. My experience with this script has been with kindergarten only, but it can easily be adapted to preschool to second grade. We practice our circus during school hours. Because of that, our circus takes about a month to prepare. The circus performance itself takes 30 - 45 minutes to perform if all roles/acts are included. The script is easily adapted to removing performers and acts if time is a factor for you. It is also a fun back
Preview of Medieval Themed Script for Readers Theater, Short Play or Puppet Show

Medieval Themed Script for Readers Theater, Short Play or Puppet Show

Do you need a short versatile play that can easily include many children at varying ability levels? Do you need something that your speakers of other languages or your very shy kids will be able to participate in? Then this is the script for you! (...and there is SCREAMING... as you know all kids seem to enjoy screaming.)This script is about a scary looking but kind hearted dragon who only wants to win the acceptance of his neighbors. Originally written as a puppet show this script is very versa
Preview of Graduation or Celebration Program: {"Let's Rumble in the Jungle"}

Graduation or Celebration Program: {"Let's Rumble in the Jungle"}

Created by
Kidz Count
"Let's Rumble in the Jungle" is a Graduation or Celebration program that was inspired by one of my favorite books, "There's a Rumble in the Jungle" by Giles Andraea. This is a new and upbeat creative production I wrote that is sure to be wild and exciting! Included is the script, songs, poems, lyrics, motions, invitations, certificates, crafts, and so much more. There are 18 speaking parts, 5 songs, and 3 poems. You can modify this program to fit your needs. The parents went "ape" over this pe
Preview of Constitution Day Readers Theater

Constitution Day Readers Theater

Created by
All Y'All Need
Learn about the American holiday Constitution Day, celebrated on September 17, with our script.Constitution Day Reader's Theater activities include:1 graphic organizer and/or activity1 ABC Order Activity1 full script in black and white with Character Cards and 5 speaking parts1 full script in color with Character Cards and 5 speaking partsFor a look at what is included in this set, please download the preview file.This is already included in our Informative Reader’s Theater Holidays from July to
Preview of FREE Art History Guided Lesson and Art Project - Whimsy Workshop

FREE Art History Guided Lesson and Art Project - Whimsy Workshop

This free sample pack from the bundle of easy step-by-step guided art lessons:Art History For Elementary 1 - With Teacher ScriptsThis lesson explores the artist Ted Harrison's use of warm and cool colors as he paints in the arctic of Canada. The simple art project will create a stunning bulletin board display! As in my other art history lessons, there is a teacher script included, with questions embedded, to lead a discussion about art techniques, geography and famous artists! There is also a wr
Preview of Graduation or Celebration Program { "We're Movin' On Up!"}

Graduation or Celebration Program { "We're Movin' On Up!"}

Created by
Kidz Count
New Program! Celebrate the end-of-the-Year with this fun and original Graduation or Celebration program! This program was inspired by one of my favorite books: "Yay, You!" (Moving Up and Moving On) by Sandra Boynton. This production has everything you need for a successful graduation/celebration. Included is the original script, songs, poems, lyrics, motions, invitations, certificates, crafts, and more. There is an original song called "Movin' On Up" to the tune of The Jefferson's. You can m
Preview of Graduation/Celebration Program {"Where The Wild Things Are"}

Graduation/Celebration Program {"Where The Wild Things Are"}

Created by
Kidz Count
New! If you are looking for something fun and original for your students to perform at the end of the year, this is it! This program was inspired by one of my favorite books "Where The Wild Things Are" by Maurice Sendak. This is an original script with a twist and very catchy songs and poems. I created the program so that you can modify it to fit your needs and age groups. This product has everything you need to have a successful Graduation/Celebration Program. The parents will love watchi
Preview of 4 graduation speeches for elementary, middle & high school principals (editable)
Preview of Kindergarten Graduation Diploma, Invitation, Poem, Nursery Rhymes

Kindergarten Graduation Diploma, Invitation, Poem, Nursery Rhymes

Help make Kindergarten Graduation a memorable experience for students and parents! This set of "Popcorn-Themed" printables has everything you need for a successful kindergarten graduation! Included in this product: -1 original Kindergarten Graduation poem -3 Nursery Rhymes that can be sung to the tune of: "Row Row Row Your Boat" " Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" " The Itsy Bitsy Spider" -2 Invitations to the Kindergarten Graduation Ceremony (Color and Black and White versions included). -4 Kinderg
Preview of Kindergarten Graduation Poem

Kindergarten Graduation Poem

Created by
Sherrie Orestis
This is a wonderful, enchanting little poem and just perfect for any Kindergarten graduation ceremony or celebration. The poem is even ideal for the whole class to recite to an audience on graduation day!
Preview of Reader's Theater MY TEACHER'S PACKED AND READY - Great for End of Year!!

Reader's Theater MY TEACHER'S PACKED AND READY - Great for End of Year!!

If you are searching for a way to get your students to enjoy reading, become more expressive, read aloud with confidence, become more fluent…then let the magic begin!! I have found using Reader’s Theater with large and small groups really helps my students strengthen their reading and language arts skills! My class CHEERS every time I tell them we are going to do Reader’s Theater!! This technique makes reading come alive for your students and can really develop classroom full of confident rea
Preview of Community Workers: Readers' Theater, Non-Fiction Easy Readers & Vocabulary

Community Workers: Readers' Theater, Non-Fiction Easy Readers & Vocabulary

Created by
Ms Joanne
This is a bundle on community workers that incorporates fiction, non-fiction and vocabulary development to deepen students’ knowledge about 10 different community workers. It contains: 10 readers' theater playsRoles for everyone, from emergent to fluent readers. Most of the roles are for beginning readers and those in transition heading towards fluency.Plays are focused on these jobs: chef, construction worker, doctor, engineer farmer, firefighter, police officer, plumber, teacher and vet.Plays
Preview of 25 Engaging Meditation Scripts for Young Explorers Ages 4-6 and Older.

25 Engaging Meditation Scripts for Young Explorers Ages 4-6 and Older.

25 Engaging Meditation Scripts for Young Explorers Ages 4-6. Digital Instant Download Thank you so much for checking out our store! Embark on a journey of inner discovery with our engaging meditation scripts tailored for young explorers aged 4-6. Through whimsical adventures and gentle guidance, children are invited to explore the magic within themselves. From enchanted forests to cosmic journeys, each meditation script sparks curiosity and imagination while nurturing mindfulness. Designed with
Preview of 28 Days: Moments in Black History That Changed the World (dates, cards, script)

28 Days: Moments in Black History That Changed the World (dates, cards, script)

I'm so excited about this resource! This packet was designed using the picture book, 28 Days: Moments in Black History that Changed the World by Charles M. Smith & Shane W. Evans.The 28 events highlighted in this book are for each day in February in honor of Black History Month. (Day 29 - leap year - is "today" and the students can write their own fact). The people mentioned are in chronological order from Crispus Attucks in 1770 to Barack Obama in 2009. Packet Table of Contents:pg. 3-9: Rea
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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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