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1st grade Spring social studies pdfs

Preview of Mother's Day Craft - Flower Bouquet Card Writing Activity

Mother's Day Craft - Flower Bouquet Card Writing Activity

This is the most adorable card for mother's day. It is a writing activity and craft that is in the shape of a flower bouquet for mom! The best part is it will tell mom why she is so special and these flowers will live forever! This craft works for grades K-2. This would also be a beautiful writing display for the month of May! All black-line masters for the Mother's Day craft activity are included in the download.•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
Preview of May NO PREP Math and Literacy (1st Grade)

May NO PREP Math and Literacy (1st Grade)

This May NO PREP Packet for 1st Grade is FILLED with hands-on, engaging and FUN resources that cover core skills for 1st Grade! The activities in this packet can be use for group work , centers, small groups, homework and more! The BEST part is that there is NO PREP! NO costly colored ink, NO laminating, NO cutting …. just PRINT!***************************************************************************SAVE BIG WITH OUR BUNDLES⭐:Preschool No Prep BundleKindergarten No Prep Bundle1st Grade No P
Preview of Spring Coloring Pages {Made by Creative Clips Clipart}

Spring Coloring Pages {Made by Creative Clips Clipart}

This 11-page coloring book includes a cover and 10 unique coloring pages. This book has a variety of scenes celebrating spring! Use these pages for early finishers, indoor recess, parties, writing prompts and more!This coloring book is included in my CREATIVE CLIPS COLORING BOOK BUNDLE 2. If you have purchased that discounted bundle, you already own this!This product is for PERSONAL USE only and cannot be copied, redistributed or posted for others. Check out my other coloring books to see exampl
Preview of Map Skills- Reading a Map and Activities

Map Skills- Reading a Map and Activities

✅⭐️Are you studying maps in your primary classroom? If so, then you will love this all inclusive NO PREP set! Not only does it go over cardinal directions and how to read a map, it also reviews parts of a map such as the map key, title, and compass rose. It is a perfect lesson to include in your social studies geography unit!⭐Please know that this resource is a PDF. It is great for distance learning if you are sending home packets or are able to transfer it to Google Slides™ to use in Google Cla
Preview of Spring Activities April Bulletin Board Open House Craft Writing Coloring, Growth

Spring Activities April Bulletin Board Open House Craft Writing Coloring, Growth

Ah, Spring. It's time for sunshine, flowers, and end-of-the-year testing. Engage students and make the end of the year fun! Students create a beautiful Spring Craft flower and reflect on all the learning they gained over the year. It is an excellent open-house writing activity and will soon be a new favorite spring craft! It's also great for SEL, Social-Emotional Learning, or growth mindset!The SPRING FLOWER features:♦ A Look How I Have Grown center where students can color and write their name
Preview of Memorial Day Activity  |  Patriotic Soldier Classroom Collaborative Poster

Memorial Day Activity | Patriotic Soldier Classroom Collaborative Poster

Created by
Art with Jenny K
Memorial Day Classroom Collaborative Poster from Art with Jenny K. I promise that your kids won’t soon forget this project! This activity is so much fun because, in the end, you will have a very large (approx. 28” x 35”) poster to display in your classroom, hallway, or front entryway, to honor our soldiers on Memorial Day, Armed Forces Day, and/or Veterans Day. Along the way, students will work together as a group to create this beautiful tribute.The size of the poster varies based on printer se
Preview of Water Cycle Experiments Activities Craft Project Worksheets Vocabulary Cards

Water Cycle Experiments Activities Craft Project Worksheets Vocabulary Cards

Save time planning for your water cycle unit with these hands-on experiments, craft project, vocabulary cards, and activities.You receive:• step by step instructions for 3 water cycle experiments• coordinating pages for each experiment that test students' understanding• links to digital Seesaw recording pages for easy tech integration• 2 sets of vocabulary cards (hand-drawn pictures & real photographs) for the following water cycle words - evaporation, collection, precipitation, condensation
Preview of All Year Count & Graph Shapes Math Bundle incl. Spring & Summer Activity Pages

All Year Count & Graph Shapes Math Bundle incl. Spring & Summer Activity Pages

Created by
Pink Cat Studio
This fun All Year Graphing Shapes Bundle will get your students excited about learning how to count and graph! Students will count shapes and record the totals by coloring in the graph. Students can also color the whole picture. These activities are perfect for morning work, math centers, early finishers, substitutes and homework.Teachers have commented:"My students loved these! So perfect for our graphing unit.""My students need lots of extra help with graphing and this pack is perfect!""These
Preview of May NO PREP Packet (Kindergarten)

May NO PREP Packet (Kindergarten)

This May NO PREP Packet is filled with hands-on, engaging and FUN resources that get kids excited about learning! The activities in this packet can be used for morning work, homework, group work, centers and more! The best part is that there is NO PREP! NO costly closed ink, NO laminating, NO cutting…Just PRINT!SAVE BIG WITH OUR BUNDLES⭐:Preschool No Prep BundleKindergarten No Prep Bundle1st Grade No Prep Bundle2nd Grade No Prep Bundle3rd Grade No Prep BundleThe BUNDLE includes the following pac
Preview of Plants Unit Activities Parts of a Plant Life Cycle Plant Needs Kindergarten

Plants Unit Activities Parts of a Plant Life Cycle Plant Needs Kindergarten

Created by
Crystal McGinnis
Plants First Grade or Kindergarten - Parts of a Plant, Life Cycle of a Plant, How to Grow a Plant, Plant Needs - This plant activity unit with plant craft includes all of those plant topics, and more! This science resource comes with crafts, books, labeling, real pics, and writing activities. It has been completely updated in 2021. Here is a full list of what you get.PLANT NEEDSPlant Needs Informative Real PicturesPlant Needs PostersFlower CraftPlant Needs Emergent Reader BookPlant Needs Sortin
Preview of Plants Unit, Plant Life Cycle, Parts of a Plant, and Needs - Science Worksheets

Plants Unit, Plant Life Cycle, Parts of a Plant, and Needs - Science Worksheets

This Plants unit is a perfect supplemental resource to use for teaching parts of a plant and plant needs. These science worksheets and reading passages cover topics such as parts of a plant, plant life cycle, plant needs, and more. There are different types of resources, too. There are reading comprehension passages about plants, graphic organizers, writing pages, cut and glue activities, and even a few fold-and-go mini books!Plant Topics covered include:General Plant InformationPlant PartsPlant
Preview of Black History Month Activity Collaborative African American Biographical "Quilt"

Black History Month Activity Collaborative African American Biographical "Quilt"

Created by
Art with Jenny K
My Famous Faces® of African-American History "Quilt" project is the perfect whole-class activity to do during Black History Month or any time of the year! It connects the individual with the group using hexagons that will tessellate to create a large “quilt” collaboration poster featuring 40 influential African Americans and their biographies. The final poster has a ton of “wow factor” when complete, and I hope it will make a large impact on your students as they learn about these 40 influential
Preview of Map Skills Worksheets Book Lapbook - Reading a Map, Cardinal Directions, Compass

Map Skills Worksheets Book Lapbook - Reading a Map, Cardinal Directions, Compass

Are you looking for an engaging first grade map skills resource to add to your social studies curriculum? This engaging resource is what you need to teach mapping skills like cardinal directions, compass rose, and map skills. Students will love the map skills books and the hands-on build a town map. Finally, students can demonstrate their learning with the final map skills lapbook. Use this resource for:first gradesecond gradewhole class instructionsmall group instructionpartner workStudents wi
Preview of Plant Investigation Unit: All About Plants, Life Cycle and Needs

Plant Investigation Unit: All About Plants, Life Cycle and Needs

Come explore the world of plants with this investigative science unit! Your students will have the opportunity to explore this topic using: arts and crafts, printables, mini books, science explorations and so much more! This non-fiction pack includes:1. Recommended Book List2. Life Cycle of a Plant Poster3. Life Cycle Cards (clipart set and real photo set)4. Plant Life Cycle Mini Flip Book5. Finish the Plant Life Cycle Student Worksheet6. KWL Chart7. "Can, Have, Are" Graphic Organizer 8. Venn D
Preview of All About Me Craft Kid - Back to School Activities

All About Me Craft Kid - Back to School Activities

This All About Me craftivity is so so CUTE! Kids and parents will love it. Great for All About Me Social Studies units, Back to School, or Open House.I like to use this craft at the beginning of the year. It's a fun way to get students excited about writing while allowing them to share about themselves and get to know each other.These are ADORABLE in the hallway during Open House.
Preview of Spring Math and Literacy Packet NO PREP (1st Grade)

Spring Math and Literacy Packet NO PREP (1st Grade)

This Spring Math and Literacy Packet has it ALL and requires NO PREP! The resources in this packet are designed to meet Common Core Standards for 1st Grade while making learning FUN, hands-on and interactive!If you like this packet, you may also like our other NO PREP Packets: ***SAVE BIG WITH: ***ALL YEAR Math and Literacy NO PREP 1st GradeSpring Math and Literacy Packet (Kindergarten)St. Patrick's Day NO PREP Packet KindergartenSt. Patrick's Day NO PREP Packet 1st GradeValentine NO PREP (Kind
Preview of Patriotic Coloring Pages w/ Designs for Memorial Day (and Other Occasions!)

Patriotic Coloring Pages w/ Designs for Memorial Day (and Other Occasions!)

Created by
Art with Jenny K
American Symbols Patriotic Coloring Pages: This set of my interactive coloring sheets (with writing prompts) includes American patriotic symbols appropriate for:September 11thPatriot DayConstitution Day Memorial DayPresidents' DayVeterans' DayFlag Day4th of July...and any American history unit. Students add bold patterns to different Patriotic American symbols and then color their designs to produce a Pop Art-styled artwork. These coloring pages are fun, easy, and unique. It's a sure winner with
Preview of March April May Spring Bulletin Board & Diversity Rainbow Craft Door Decor

March April May Spring Bulletin Board & Diversity Rainbow Craft Door Decor

Create a beautiful diversity display while encouraging students to reflect on the things that make them unique. Perfect for back to school, St. Patrick's Day, and spring! This resource includes a no-prep version as well as a craftivity version if your students are up for a little cutting and gluing.The cloud says "I am unique because..." and students can write things that make them unique on each rainbow stripe. Product includes multiple versions of both the low-prep and craftivity version of th
Preview of Life Cycle of a Frog Craft - Science - Spring Activity - Frog Life Cycle

Life Cycle of a Frog Craft - Science - Spring Activity - Frog Life Cycle

Created by
Crystal McGinnis
Frog Life Cycle - I created this life cycle of a frog craft to use while I teach my life cycle science unit. This life cycle activity is the perfect way for students to practice sequencing the life cycle of a frog. This hands-on craft includes the template to make this adorable frog that has the life cycle on the frog's stomach. This would make a perfect hallway display! Use this life cycle during your:Science ActivitiesScience CentersMorning Work ActivitiesLearning Center ActivitiesYou may also
Preview of Habitats Worksheets and Reading Passages, Animal Habitats - Desert, Ocean, More

Habitats Worksheets and Reading Passages, Animal Habitats - Desert, Ocean, More

This habitats unit comes with worksheets and reading passages for topics such as animal habitats, qualities, weather and climate, and more. Seven different habitats are covered. There are different types of resources, too. There are reading comprehension passages, graphic organizers, writing pages, cut and glue activities, and even a few fold-and-go mini books!Seven Habitats covered :Arctic DesertPondRainforestOceanGrasslandForestFor each habitat, you get these pages: KWL ChartHabitat PassageInf
Preview of Spring Fun Busy Work Packet - Math and ELA Worksheets March April Activities

Spring Fun Busy Work Packet - Math and ELA Worksheets March April Activities

Spring Fun Sheets - Looking for something fun and educational for those early or fast finishers? Then this Spring fun packet is just what you need. Use these Spring pages with your 1st, 2nd, or 3rd-grade students for morning work, seatwork (independent work), math centers, and ELA centers.This packet includes the following pages:►Mystery Picture (umbrella)►Mystery Picture (kite)►Dot to Dot ( 3 pages)►Dot to Dot Addition Facts (2 pages)►Dot to Dot (connect the nouns)►Color by Number Addition Fact
Preview of Butterfly Life Cycle Craft Writing Activity, Life Cycle of a Butterfly Cut Paste

Butterfly Life Cycle Craft Writing Activity, Life Cycle of a Butterfly Cut Paste

Created by
Simply Kinder
Butterfly life cycle and craft to learn about the life cycle of a butterfly. A fun hands-on butterfly activity for preschool, kindergarten, and first-grade!Study the lifecycle of butterflies (if you have them in your classroom or not). A fun and interactive book perfect for preschool, kindergarten, and first grade to teach all about the butterfly lifecycle!Get this product as part of a BUNDLE and SAVE!HUGE Kindergarten Science BundleIncluded in this download:Each page is interactive. Students w
Preview of Community Helpers Activity Craft

Community Helpers Activity Craft

Created by
WOWorksheets
Community Helpers Build a community for your social studies community helpers unit with these cute and easy to cut templates. Students will have fun with this 3D building activity and creating a class book on community helpers. Students will enjoy adding their own details to these templates.Included16 Different community buildings craft28 Community HelpersWeb worksheet about community helpersWriting PromptsClass book coverReview printables See Preview!!!Great for Art Center & Writing Cen
Preview of Butterfly Life Cycle

Butterfly Life Cycle

Created by
Karen Jones
Butterfly Life Cycle This fun little interactive craftivity allows your students to reinforce their knowledge of the life cycle of a butterfly. Three differentiated options are included: Version 1 has the students tracing a sentence and coloring the pictures. Version 2 has blank lines for students to write their own sentence and color the pictures. Version 3 has lines for writing their own sentence and space for them to draw their own picture. I’ve included some pictures and tips as well. This
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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.

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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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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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