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1st grade social studies simulation pdfs
Wants and Needs Sort - 1st grade Social Studies Needs vs Wants Activities
These interactive needs vs wants activities are perfect to teach your students about wants and needs, and to help them understand the consequences of choosing wants vs needs in real-life situations.PACKED with everything you need! Includes a lesson plan, simulation activity with teacher script, vocabulary aid, sorting activities, critical thinking worksheet, and writing activity.Description:This fun interactive activity sends students on an adventure simulation as they pack their backpacks with
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K - 2nd
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Election Day: Mock Election Voting Simulation (In-Class Election Kit)
Our future decision-makers are in our classroom today. It is critical that our students understand the voting process and recognize the importance of casting their vote. This civics lesson walks your students through the voting process with a mock election. Your students will learn key vocabulary, will participate in the campaign process, and will have a chance to cast their vote. This mock election can be used with ANY topic of your choice (favorite candy, book, best season, favorite sport, etc
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1st - 4th
Virtual Field Trip Bundle #2 Earth and Space Sciences
★ Virtual Field Trip Bundle! NGSS Earth and Space Sciences Edition ★1 Volcano - Kilauea, Hawaii2 International Space Station3 Moon & The Phases of the MoonVirtual Field Trips are an engaging activity for Zoom or on your projector in class. No matter the format of instruction, your students will be engaged! Use them as a preview to any science unit OR have the class work towards the reward of 'Field Trip Friday'!NO PREP! Just 'share your screen' and present the slides. ☺These trips are design
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1st - 5th
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1-ESS1-1
Economics Christmas (Project)
This packet includes 10 days worth of plans to cover many economic standards. You will set up a class store and students will learn through real, hands-on experience about economic concepts. I have included coupons you can use for students to buy at your store, so you don't have to spend additional money on items for your store. There are also "santa bucks" included for students to use as money! This is also a great way to control behavior in the crazy month of December because students will
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1st - 4th
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Economics Role Play: Consumers and Producers {NCSS Standard 7}
In this role play, there are eleven businesses under four categories (food, clothing, recreation and miscellaneous). Depending on class size, one student should be responsible for each business. Students that are not owners of businesses (producers) will be the consumers. One student will be in charge of headquarters. Business owners (producers) try to attract the most customers. Customers (consumers) try to complete shopping tasks and gather the most "task completed cards". This role play also
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1st - 8th
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Economics Simulation
This jobs bundle is just what you need to manage your classroom and teach a little Social Studies too! This product includes:27 Real-World Job Descriptions- can be printed six per slide and used for a classroom job bulletin board for next year tooFake Money- can be transformed with pictures of students, teachers or the class pet and printed for use in your simulation experienceJob Application Printable Definition Posters- for the content vocabulary words economy, goods, services, debts and credi
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1st - 5th
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STEM - Lewis and Clark
STEM lesson about Lewis and Clark and the Corps of Discovery.
Students learn lessons for today and skills for tomorrow as they collaborate to solve historical problems! In this Mind Missions lesson, students will learn about Meriwether Lewis and William Clark and their journey to explore the West. Then, they will collaborate to solve a problem that faced the great explorers on their adventure.
This lesson is part of our American Pioneers series.
Mind Missions are team-based, creative problem
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1st - 4th
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Scholar Dollars - Cartoon Owls - Classroom Money!
Perfect for your Classroom Economy or Rewards system! This owl money comes in $1, $5, $10, $20, and $100 Owl dollars.
For more information on how I run my classroom economy and how to use Classroom Money in your class, check out my blog! eduventuring.weebly.com
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1st - 4th
American Symbols Virtual Field Trip
Complete with sound effects, interactive exhibits, informational videos, and a reflection piece at the end, this will be sure to draw in your students to get them excited about American Symbols- or just a fun activity to do! This is a PDF with link to Google Slides. The only symbols covered here are the Bald Eagle, Washington Monument, Statue of Liberty, American Flag, and newly added- the Liberty Bell and a postcard template! Want to see a FREE preview of another virtual field trip?Machu Picchu
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PreK - 6th
Also included in: Virtual Field Trips- BUNDLE!
Our Trip Around the World: Visiting the Continents
Why not have even more fun with your Trip Around the World - Continents unit by giving your students the full airline treatment? After making your suitcases, distribute boarding passes and have them go through a mock security screening. Arrange their chairs as if on an airplane, and read the enclosed flight attendant instructions. Make sure they buckle up, and stow their suitcases under their seat. You may even want to serve a little snack and beverage while they watch your in-flight movie/desti
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1st - 4th
Election Day - Mock Election & Voting Activities - Election Process
Are you looking for a peaceful way to study voting and the Election process and Voting? Your students insight to the party caucus, primary election, and general election. They will use text evidence to determine the best candidate for president.Here's What You'll get:✅ 40 fairytale candidate cards Color & B/w✅ Party Sorting Headers✅ Campaign Posters✅ Party Caucus instructions✅ 2 sizes ballots✅ character fact pages✅ Ballot box decor✅ Voting booth signs✅ I Voted Stickers✅ Lesson plan
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1st - 2nd
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3D Printable Paper ARC DE TRIOMPHE Model - France French Diorama w/Instructions!
The Arc de Triomphe is one of the most famous monuments in Paris, France and is located at the center of Place Charles de Gaulle and is shared between three arrondissements, 16th (south and west), 17th (north), and 8th (east). This arch honors those who fought and died for France in the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars and beneath its vault lies the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.Create your own 3D model of the iconic Arc de Triomphe with intricate detail and step-by-step instructions. Also
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1st - 6th
STEM - Henry Ford
STEM lesson about Henry Ford and Assembly Lines.
Students learn lessons for today and skills for tomorrow as they collaborate to solve historical problems! In this Mind Missions lesson, students will learn about Henry Ford and the invention of the assembly line. Then, they will collaborate to devise their own invention.
This lesson is part of our American Innovators series.
Mind Missions are team-based, creative problem solving activities that engage students in solving historical challenges
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1st - 4th
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Virtual Library: Biomes & Ecosystems | Google Slides Digital Resource Seesaw
Digital Seesaw and Google Classroom Planner for Ecosystems and Biomes ResearchThis dynamic digital planner is tailored to facilitate students' exploration of ecosystems and biomes using Seesaw and Google Classroom. The planner features a diverse digital resource library aimed at promoting SAFE internet usage and supporting independent student research.Linked Resources for Ecosystem ResearchIn addition to the focus on ecosystems and biomes, this product offers an array of linked resources to supp
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1st - 7th
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Memphis Virtual Field Trip MLK Jr Black History Month
Visit Memphis, Tennesse to relive the last parts of Dr. Martin Luther King's legacy! (If you already have the Virtual Growing Field Trip Bundle, redownload that to access this trip!!)Virtual Field Trips are an engaging activity, no matter the format of instruction, your students will be entertained! Use them as a preview to any science unit OR have the class work towards the reward of 'Field Trip Friday'!NO PREP! Just 'share your screen' and present the slides. ☺Trip is aimed at a 3rd grade leve
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1st - 6th
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GreatCents Books: StoryCrafter Mainstreet
Dive into the imaginative world of StoryCrafter MainStreet, where young minds become architects of their own tales. Authored by Blake Teichmeier, this unique and interactive book is a treasure trove of locations, each serving as a backdrop for cut-out characters and materials that bring stories to life.In this installment, explore the vibrant scenes set in everyday places like the bank, store, and apartments. The magic of "StoryCrafter" lies in its hands-on approach, allowing children to cut out
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PreK - 4th
Also included in: GreatCents Books: StoryCrafter Bundle
Apply to 2nd Grade! Goods and Services, Jobs, Community, Leaders
End-of-year activity for 1st graders, addressing Social Studies standards for Goods and Services...have the kids apply to 2nd grade! Great reflection activity!
Enjoy!
~Jenn
Apply to 2nd Grade! by Jenn Maher is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.
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1st
Mind Missions: Harriet's Heroics
A lesson about Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad.
Students learn lessons for today and skills for tomorrow as they collaborate to solve historical problems! In this Mind Missions lesson, students will learn about Harriet Tubman and her heroics along the Underground Railroad. Then, they will devise a solution to help other travelers along the way.
This lesson is part of our American Heroes series.
Mind Missions are team-based, creative problem solving activities that engage students
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1st - 4th
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GreatCents Books: StoryCrafter Cutouts
Unleash the storyteller within with "StoryCrafter Cutouts," a captivating companion to the imaginative world of "StoryCrafter Main Street." Authored by Blake Teichmeier, this enchanting set of cutout characters and special items is the key to transforming ordinary locations into fantastical realms of creativity.Inside this delightful collection, each location comes alive with its own cast of characters and unique items. Picture a bustling bank with a teller booth and stacks of money, a lively st
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PreK - 4th
Also included in: GreatCents Books: StoryCrafter Bundle
Super Hero Election Unit
Looking for a fun way to teach Elections? Let Super Heroes save the day! This unit is designed with Step-by-Step instructions to help you through the Election process. Each step has a description of the lesson/task. I have also provided helpful information and resources for each step. You can use the unit with one class, a grade level, or an entire school! It can be used with K-5 students. Step by Step directions, resources, and reproducibles are provided for each part of the election process.
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K - 5th
Super Grouper
A Google spreadsheet that will create random groups. It is super powerful! You can make up to 10 groups pulled from 99 students if you want. Additionally, you can create the groups with 1 criteria in mind. Example you can set girls and boys in and it will evenly distribute them in the groups. It could be top students and bottom students to make sure they are evenly distributed.
It Rocks and has saved me tons of time!
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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STEM - Robert Fulton and Buoyancy
STEM lesson about Robert Fulton and Buoyancy.
Students learn lessons for today and skills for tomorrow as they collaborate to solve historical problems! In this Mind Missions lesson, students will learn about Robert Fulton and the development of the steamboat to transport goods. Then, they will collaborate to engineer an effective design for Mr. Fulton.
This lesson is part of our American Innovators series.
Mind Missions are team-based, creative problem solving activities that engage students
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1st - 4th
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Farmer’s Market Math Simulation - Adding Coins and Making Change (Updated!)
Integrate your students’ learning about counting coins and adding money amounts with a fun, real-world simulation and economics!This packet organizes a class-wide Farmers Market Simulation across 3-5 days in which students take turns being “Buyers” and “Sellers”.Note: This simulation works best with play money to make the wallets and cash registers. (Suggested amount of money is $3.00 in nickels, dimes, and quarters, but this can be changed to meet the needs of your learners.)
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1st - 3rd
Mind Missions: Ruby's Reward
A lesson about Ruby Bridges and Integration.
Students learn lessons for today and skills for tomorrow as they collaborate to solve historical problems! In this Mind Missions lesson, students will learn about Ruby Bridges and her difficult days integrating an all-white school. Then, they will devise a solution to encourage little Ruby.
This lesson is part of our American Heroes series.
Mind Missions are team-based, creative problem solving activities that engage students in solving historical
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1st - 4th
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