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Preview of Classroom Management Songs and Chants

Classroom Management Songs and Chants

Created by
Tiffany Gannon
Singing during transitions makes moving from one thing to another almost seamless. These classroom management songs and chants will keep students engaged, focused, and excited to learn, which in turn will save valuable instruction time. Most of the songs included are parodies of popular songs all kids will know. The words have been changed to help students transition in a positive manner. Simply print and laminate. I like to hang them on a binder ring in my classroom for easy reference. Three
Preview of Motivational Lyric Posters

Motivational Lyric Posters

Choose from 16 lyric posters, in both black&white + color, to display around your classroom. *This product has been recently updated. Please check the preview for poster examples* Inspire your students with songs they will recognize and love. Be sure to check out the preview for a closer look. Have a question, just email me teachingandsofourth@gmail.com! Looking for more classroom posters? Check these out! Student Generated AlphabetMathematical PracticesPlace Value Posters3rd Grade M
Preview of Attention Getters & Transition Songs - 40 Cards!

Attention Getters & Transition Songs - 40 Cards!

Created by
Jen Wood
These cards are a perfect "must have" classroom management tool for any teacher to have! 40 Cards (four to a page) that include my favorite: "Call and Response" attention getters Chants Finger plays Transition Songs I use these cards with my young learners in order to grab and keep their attention all day long. Please download the preview for a sneak peak of all the cards! The cards can be posted in your large group area or put on a binder ring and you will have quick and fun transition i
Preview of The Music of The United States Armed Forces - A Guided Listening Unit

The Music of The United States Armed Forces - A Guided Listening Unit

Follow me on Facebook for the latest news, freebies, and more!>>>>> Music With Sara Bibee--------------------------------------------------------------------Click here for more guided listening units!--------------------------------------------------------------------Please note the preview file may appear blurry due to compression. The full download is of HD quality.Perfect for Veterans Day, or any other Patriotic Musical Unit. This is a guided listening unit focused on the offic
Preview of Bundle of Color Song Books

Bundle of Color Song Books

Learning how to spell the colors can be fun with these songs that your kids will be singing all day! These song books have simple, easy tunes with words they will remember for years. Along with a teacher version, there are student mini books you can send home or keep student's book bins throughout the year. Get this bundle for 20% off!Included in this Resource for Each Color:Colorful Teacher book with the songStudent black/white mini books Full size, half page, and mini books with color and blac
Preview of The People in My Community - Books, Songs, and Posters for K-1

The People in My Community - Books, Songs, and Posters for K-1

Created by
Andrea Knight
COMMUNITY HELPERSSupplement your primary study of community helpers with "The People in My Community." This item includes student books, songs, and labeling posters for each of the following community jobs:firefighterbakersoldierfarmerreporterpolice officerdoctor / nursetrash collectorThe books are nonfiction texts, narrated in first person, and include simple text features for beginning readers such as:captionslabelsalphabetical picture glossariesEach book also supports readers with:key vocabul
Preview of Classroom Management Positive Behavior Posters | Chants | Pre-K-2 | Dollar Deal

Classroom Management Positive Behavior Posters | Chants | Pre-K-2 | Dollar Deal

Everyone loves to tap along with a beat or rhythm...so why not use chants songs, and poems to support Behavior Management?These upbeat Chants, Poems and Songs will have your young learners listening and following directions immediately. These make classroom management fun and easy....you might just be humming these tunes all day long!I always enjoyed using chants, songs and poems to grab my kiddos’ attention as well as add some fun movement to our day!These Behavior Manangement Chants and Poems
Preview of Class Songs {Transition Songs}

Class Songs {Transition Songs}

Do you love to sing with your students? These 10 simple songs are perfect to use throughout the school day. The songs have common and recognizable tunes and are easy for students and teachers to learn. Songs can be used for transitions, calendar time, clean up, and more!Do you own my calendar set?? Songs 1-5 are already included in that pack!Songs that are included: 1. Good Morning (tune of: The Wheels on the Bus)2. Come to the Rug! (tune of: Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes)3. The Four Seasons
Preview of Elementary Classroom Songs and Chants :Line Up, Brain Breaks, Stretch, Gather

Elementary Classroom Songs and Chants :Line Up, Brain Breaks, Stretch, Gather

Created by
Sing Play Create
Establish your elementary primary classroom routines using these creative line up songs and chants. These songs also work in the preschool setting. Help your students to line up quietly, put their work away, gather, stretch and take a brain break. Using these songs and chants will help your students and help you keep your classroom running smoothly all year long. Best for Preschool - 2nd graders. HOW TO USE THIS RESOURCE:Enjoy these line up songs sung to familiar tunes and the easy to learn c
Preview of "Red, White and Blue" Patriotic Song for Digital Download

"Red, White and Blue" Patriotic Song for Digital Download

Created by
Debbie Clement
The original children's song, "Red, White and Blue" was written by Debbie Clement in the immediate aftermath of 9-11. It is a simple song intended to instill a sense of patriotism and celebration of all things Americana. The song is especially appropriate for the observation of Patriot's Day, Constitution Day, Veteran's Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day and similar observations. It has been performed from coast-to-coast for all types of programs honoring America. This unit is a 'zip' file that inclu
Preview of Brain Break Cards | Brain Break Dance Cards | Brain Break Activities | QR codes

Brain Break Cards | Brain Break Dance Cards | Brain Break Activities | QR codes

Created by
Sarah Anne
50 Brain Break cards, brain break dance activities and brain break songs with QR codes allow flexible use from individual to whole class. Use the brain break song cards in many ways in your classroom: Individual Brain Breaks (Scan QR Code and Dance); Small Group Brain Break around an ipad (Scan and Dance); Whole Class Brain Break (Open PDF, click on the link and Dance). Perfect for Back to School icebreaker, rainy days or just to get the wiggles out.A Brain Break is a kinesthetic activity us
Preview of Traffic Signals, Signs, Safety Songs and Rhymes, Pedestrian Safety, Circle Time

Traffic Signals, Signs, Safety Songs and Rhymes, Pedestrian Safety, Circle Time

Created by
KindyKats
Is your class learning about Traffic Signals, Signs, and Traffic Safety? This resource includes developmentally appropriate content for traffic rules, pedestrian safety, as well as traffic signals and signs with fun songs (sung to familiar tunes) and original rhymes. Introduce a new traffic rule every day with a song or rhyme during circle time. Include the song in Poetry Journals, or make a Traffic Signs, Signals, and Safety Song Book to include in your class library. No matter how or when yo
Preview of Letter Sounds Book Activities, Kindergarten Songs, Back to School

Letter Sounds Book Activities, Kindergarten Songs, Back to School

Looking for a fun way to help your kindergarten and first grade students learn letters sounds in a fun and engaging way? This packet contains short, simple songs and activities to help you teach the sounds of each letter of the alphabet. All songs are sung to the familiar tune of “Skip to My Lou”. We have provided easy-peasy directions, photos to show final product, and materials needed to make a class song book. Your students will love it and will be singing their little hearts out!Here is w
Preview of Terry Fox

Terry Fox

This storybook / reader and song with no-prep activities for kindergarten and primary students make Terry Fox even more memorable in preparation for your annual walk or run event. Touching assembly song is easy to teach young students with its simple melody. Students echo the teacher the first few times singing it, then they've got it! ♫ ♬ To hear my ☺kindergarten students ☺ sing the first half of the song, simply play the preview video with your volume turned up! ♫♬The story of Terry Fox and h
Preview of Songs for Your Day

Songs for Your Day

Created by
Jodi Southard
Using songs in the classroom is a way to build classroom community while learning. This packet includes 20 original songs to use in your classroom throughout the school day including clean up and transitional songs, dismissal songs, celebration songs, and more.What does this product include?This packet includes a total of 20 songs. ★4 Morning/Welcome Songs★4 Goodbye/End of the Day Songs★3 Clean Up Songs★3 Quiet Down Songs★3 Celebration Songs★3 Hallway SongsAll of the songs come in both a color
Preview of Music Fundamentals Story ebook Bundle

Music Fundamentals Story ebook Bundle

These music fundamentals ebook stories can be used by the general music teacher, and can easily be left as substitute plans, or for distance learning. Our music fundamentals stories use original fiction stories to reinforce the concepts of dynamics, tempo, rhythm vs. beat and Melody. They can be used by the general music teacher, and can easily be left for substitute plans. Each story includes hand drawn illustrations and at least one suggested activity. The bundle includes the following four s
Preview of Letter Sound Practice (Songs and Movements)

Letter Sound Practice (Songs and Movements)

Letter sound practice just received a fun facelift. I teamed up with Ron Brown's Intelli-Tunes to bring you Alphabet Moves. This novel idea rolls letter sounds, movement, and listening skills into one nice as all get out package. Inside you will find 26 professionally recorded MP3s that help kids practice letter sound recognition in a whole new way. Alphabet Moves provides one short tune for each letter of the alphabet. Students listen for the words that contain the correct letter sound a
Preview of HALLWAY PROCEDURES/EXPECTATIONS POSTER | REAL PICTURE CARDS | HALLWAY CHANT SONG

HALLWAY PROCEDURES/EXPECTATIONS POSTER | REAL PICTURE CARDS | HALLWAY CHANT SONG

HALLWAY PROCEDURES & EXPECTATIONS POSTER | REAL PICTURE CARDS | HALLWAY CHANT SONGThis Hallway Chant Poster, pocket chart picture cards, and clear, REAL PICTURES will be a true GAME CHANGER in your classroom!!Review and practice lining up procedures with your class using the 7 picture cards, then sing the hallway song all day every day to help manage your hallway line.Post the 8.5x11 poster on the back of your classroom door, so your students always have a visual to refer to when lining up!I
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 "You're Wonderful" Digital Download of Song of Self Esteem (for PK/K Graduation)

"You're Wonderful" Digital Download of Song of Self Esteem (for PK/K Graduation)

Created by
Debbie Clement
This zipped file is Debbie Clement's original children's song, "You're Wonderful" with support materials included in pdf format. This simple and repetitive song has been used across the country for performances at such events as PreK/K 'graduation' programs, Mother's Day and Grandparent's Day. Included in the file are 2 Mp3 versions of the song. The first version is the sung version with vocals provided by Debbie Clement and Dan Green. The second version is an instrumental -- suitable for acco
Preview of The Armed Forces Medley for Kids Song with Background Track

The Armed Forces Medley for Kids Song with Background Track

Created by
Rachel Aileen Jo
View the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLQ5n4yp5uYHere is a video I made that reviews my product and will help you decide if this is right for you and your students:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oM3kj_DF3DwThe Armed Forces Medley for kids has kid-friendly keys and lyrics! This march-style arrangement may be best suited for K-2nd grades, depending on your musical preferences. This arrangement is appropriate and customary for civilian performances, and includes the original 5
Preview of Hand Washing Songs for Sight Words

Hand Washing Songs for Sight Words

Your classroom routines may look different this year, but you will be ready! These 3 FUN songs help children wash their hands well and practice their sight words! Each song goes along with a familiar tune. As children sing, they can practice sight words of your choice!You can post these signs by your classroom sink or in a school bathroom. Laminate the signs or put them in plastic frames. You can add your own words using a dry erase marker. You can change the words each day or each week. Tips f
Preview of Elementary Back to School Songs, Name Games, and Chants with Mp3's K-6

Elementary Back to School Songs, Name Games, and Chants with Mp3's K-6

Created by
Sing Play Create
Back to School will be a breeze in your elementary classroom while building classroom community. Play fun Names games, sing songs while connecting with students, building classroom community and establishing rules and procedures. These songs, games and activities can be used as brain breaks, welcoming/morning time and more. Part of a Bundle! K-6RESOURCE INCLUDES:15 Songs and Games in Poster and Mini-Card Size 4 Songs (with Mp3)11 GamesHOW TO USE:Each song, chant and game is easy to learn-you
Preview of Back to School Adapted Books--"Time For School!" "Moving at School"

Back to School Adapted Books--"Time For School!" "Moving at School"

These Back to School Adapted Books, "Time For School," and "Moving at School" teach school themed vocabulary words through both music and movement. "Time for School" is sung to the familiar tune, "Jingle Bells." Sample Verse: "Time for school! It's so cool! The bus is on its way! Pack a lunch-- And pack a bunch! I'm working hard today--HEY!" Students match the pictures and sing along as the teacher or therapist sings the song and moves through the pages. After the song is complete, st
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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.

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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.

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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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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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