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High school social studies resources for staff and administrators in English (UK)
All about me Social Media Character profiles
Get to know your students in a fun way they can relate to with these "get to know me" Social Media Profiles: EDITABLE Templates! They also work great as a character analysis! Simply add text boxes and type straight into them, for distance learning.The use of social media is very much a part of students’ lives in this day and age. Use this to your advantage in your lessons by encouraging them to tell you and their peers all about themselves at the beginning of the year or writing about a famous p
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3rd - 12th
Disability Awareness & Acceptance 15 POSTERS | Neurodiversity Affirming
Help spread disability acceptance and awareness with this set of posters meant for high schoolers and/or teachers! These posters will print clearly up to 3x the size of standard paper, and can be hung around the school, hung in a classroom, used for a disability event, used for training, used for disability awareness month, etc.! 15 high-quality posters included, created by and in collaboration with those in the disability community.Looking for the Elementary /Middle School version? Click here!
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
HBCU Bingo Game w/ 50 Historically Black College & University & 30 Bingo Cards
This HBCU Bingo Game is a twist on a bingo game to help educate on historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs). This HBCU bingo game activity is a great AVID activity or AVID project and helps to build college and career readiness on HBCUs. This bingo game features 50 HBCUs with informational text and facts on the Historically Black College & University & 30 bingo cards to accommodate large classes. 50 HBCU Fact cards are included which provide one or more key facts on each H
Grades:
6th - 12th
BUNDLE LGBTQ Bulletin Board for Pride Month - Timeline and Flags
Looking for a simple and powerful way to celebrate diversity in your classroom? Do you want to engage your students and motivate them to learn? Then download my BUNDLE LGBTQ Bulletin Board for Pride Month - Timeline and Flags! These posters are perfect for celebrating the diversity in your classroom community. The various flags and historical timeline of global events allow students to deepen their understanding of the LGBTQ community. The historical events resource comes in full-color and low-i
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7th - 11th
Argument Writing Sentence Starters
Students are often times left without knowing how to begin their argument writing. To help guide your students in citing their evidence and elaborating further, provide them with these "They Say, I Say" templates from Graff, Birkenstein, and Durst, 2012. Equipped with these sentence frames, students will build their argument more eloquently and fully. Great addition to any debate class or criminal justice class that encourages evaluation of argument with proof and evidence.
Foldable brochure
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8th - 12th
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Lunch Detention Reflection ISS In School Suspension Middle High School
Content✅25 Prompts! Wide variety of questions✅Holds students accountable ✅Reflects on their behavior ✅Blank sheet included Sincerely,History ZoneCheck out my other resources to save time! :)⭐How to get TPT credit to use on future purchases:• Please login-go to My Purchases page 24 hrs later. Click the Provide Feedback button. Each time you review History Zone, TPT gives you feedback credits to lower the cost of future purchases!Be the FIRST to know about new discounts, freebies, resources and le
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6th - 12th
Emergency Sub Plans High School English - Emergency Sub Plans Social Studies
Looking for emergency sub plans for high school English or history? What about middle school ELA or middle school social studies? Whether you're a substitute teacher, a teacher covering classes, or someone looking for end-of-year activities, this eight-resource bundle will come to the rescue. TED Talks, a Netflix documentary, detailed media literacy lessons, and a fascinating article about a Titanic survivor will do more than fill the time; they'll provide rigor in a set of high-interest activit
Grades:
9th - 12th
Parent Newsletters Bundle | AP Psychology *Editable
At the beginning of each unit I email out a parent newsletter to both parents/guardians and my administrator. It is a great way to professionally communicate about what we are learning in class and how parents can support their students. It is also a great way to show evidence of parental involvement for your evaluation. These newsletters were created with information from the 2019 college board redesign. You will need a free Canva account to edit this newsletter that I created. You can customiz
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9th - 12th
Anchor Charts in Secondary Social Studies Online Professional Development
Have you heard about anchor charts but you are unsure how to implement them in secondary Social Studies? Are anchor charts a tool you find valuable but you are looking for more ideas? Check out my online professional development course created specifically for secondary Social Studies teachers! This online professional development course will explore the many different ways anchor charts can benefit you in secondary social studies. We will examine:•The purpose of anchor charts. •How anchor chart
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6th - 9th
Also included in: Texas History 7th Grade Curriculum Bundle of Activities
Child Social Skill Screening Tool, First Edition (2-18 years old)
Due to difficulty of identifying social skills and the need for social skill training for an individual. An analysis of eight assessment tools were used to create a social skill screening tool for children. Furthermore, this project was used to (1) analyze and identify commonality of social skill targets for children (ages 2-18) through the use of a variety of assessment tools, (2) create a user friendly social skill screening tool, and (3) develop a user friendly interpretation of results. Thus
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PreK - 12th, Staff
LGBTQ History and Pride Month Activity WEBQUEST
Do you want to support students in learning about their LGBTQ peers? Do you want an inclusive classroom that supports diversity? Then download this no prep LGBTQ History and Pride Month Activity WebQuest! This comprehensive research project allows students to learn about the LGBTQ+ community's history, people, and more! This WebQuest is perfect for Pride Month, LGBTQ+ History Month, small groups or individuals, substitute plans, homework, extra credit, and more!You'll receive this activity in pr
Grades:
7th - 10th
Also included in: BUNDLE LGBTQ Pride Month Activity and Bulletin Board Set
Social Studies Online Professional Development Course
Learn how to use a variety of strategies to support differentiated instruction in Social Studies. Check out my online professional development course created specifically for secondary Social Studies teachers! Are you a novice teacher looking for solid instructional ideas to teach Social Studies for the first time? This course is for you! Are you a master teacher who needs to brush up on new strategies? This course will fit your needs as well! This online professional development course will ex
Grades:
6th - 9th
Business Ethics - CSR - Corporate Social Responsibility - Business Studies
A great lesson on teaching business ethics. The lesson starts with students asked to decide whether it is right that Nike uses sweatshops to increase profits - students write down their response on a post-it note and add it to the whiteboard. Students are then shown a great 20 minute documentary on Nike and Sweatshops (link to video included) and then they get an opportunity to change their view. This lesson then looks at the pros and cons of businesses operating ethically and how it may impact
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8th - 11th
Native American Heritage Month Indigenous Bulletin Board Poster
Do you struggle to find the perfect poster for your classroom? Do you want to engage and motivate your students to learn? Then download this Native American Heritage Month Indigenous People Bulletin Board Poster! This inspirational quote is perfect for your door, whiteboard, or bulletin board.➟ Quote included: ”Humans merely share the earth. We can only protect the land, not own it.” ~Chief Seattle, Duwamish➟ To Print: Print on regular 8.5 X 11 paper. No prep!➟ Resources included in this purchas
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6th - 12th
EDEXCEL SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY - A LEVEL POWERPOINT - REVISION
A powerpoint curated for students, for AS Level Edexcel Psychology with students recieving A*/A’s alongside other resourcesIncludes every topic from the Edexcel 2015 specification from content to research methods and more. Filled with exam style questions througout to encourage thought provoking on the content learnt and can be used as a summary revision powerpoint including everything to recieve an A*
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12th, Higher Education
Roman Senate / Roman Empire Pop-up Activity
The Roman Senate part of the Roman Empire – a model democracy – the basis from which most modern democracies were born. But was the Roman Senate as fair and as equal as we would like to believe. Discover the class system in the Roman Empire and see the factions from the Ancient Rome pop-up into life!
This fun and engaging pop-up Roman Senate will introduce your students to the Patricians, the Plebeians, the role of the Senate, Consuls and Dictators. Everything you need to know about the life o
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8th - 10th
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WWI and the Rise of Totalitarianism (Hitler, Mussolini, Stalin) - Reading Text
This Reading Comprehension worksheet gives an account of the post WWI conditions that contributed to the rise of different totalitarian regimes around the world, including Benito Mussolini in Italy, Adolph Hitler in Germany and Joseph Stalin in Russia. The text is suitable for advanced intermediate to proficient ESL learners and native English speakers.After carefully reading the text, students are required to complete some comprehension exercises including comprehension questions, a definitions
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
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Also included in: WWI & WWII BUNDLE - Reading Comprehension Worksheets
Discovering Wes Moore - Novel Study
This is an inspiring and compelling story of the challenges growing up and the responsibility carried by choices made. Two men. One overcame adversity. The other suffering the same poverty moves in a different direction. Their stories are chronicled in Discovering Wes Moore, a book for young people based on Wes Moore’s bestselling adult memoir, The Other Wes Moore. Moore’s book is a powerful story that many high school students today need to hear! This novel would be a great summer reading as
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6th - 12th, Staff
The Wind in the Willows Art + Baking Unit Study
Come on a read, paint, cook journey with the Build Your Masterpiece Class and the classic novel, The Wind in the Willows, by Scottish Novelist, Kenneth Grahame. The landscapes and cultural references are deeply embedded in Edwardian England. This story, set in England in the 1800's, is about four animals, Mole, Rat, Toad, and Badger, who all have emotions, traits, intentions and personalities like that of humans. This is called Anthropomorphism. It has inspired many authors since it was first pu
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PreK - 12th
High School Texas TEKS Learning Objectives Bundle | 9-12th | State Standards
Writing your own learning objectives on the board can be time consuming! This is the perfect resource that includes an entire bundle for your teachers so that they can focus on other things in the classroom. Simply print the learning objectives, cut, laminate and post them on your boards so that students are aware of what they are learning each day. This bundle is huge! It includes grades 9-12th grade learning objectives for the subjects: science, reading/writing, social studies and math. The po
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9th - 12th
Active Notes! - How to Teach Note Making Online Professional Development
Have you looking for different forms of note making for your students? Are your students bored with taking notes the same way during every lesson? Check out my online professional development course created specifically for secondary Social Studies teachers! This online professional development course will explore the many different ways students can make their own notes in Social Studies. We will examine how to combine the note making process with Social Studies skills. This course will be brok
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6th - 9th
Also included in: Texas History 7th Grade Curriculum Bundle of Activities
Leadership Styles - Demographic, Autocratic, Paternalistic & Laissez-Faire
A great lesson on teaching four of the main leadership styles in the world of business. There is clear theory on the importance of a good leader and how that can influence how businesses and companies are run. There is detailed theory on the pros and cons of demographic, autocratic, paternalistic and laissez-faire leaders. I have included examples for each type of leader. The lesson starts with a great leadership quiz, this will determine what type of leader each student is (I like to do a tally
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8th - 11th
The Product Life Cycle - Marketing Mix - PPT & Worksheet - Business Studies
A nice lesson on the product life cycle. Numerous tasks throughout and key theory on the main stages of the product life cycle and up to date examples of products for each stage. The lesson also looks at various extension strategies and how they can impact the product life cycle. I have focused on products and services students can easily relate to. I have also included a nice worksheet on the product life cycle. Perfect for Business Studies.
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8th - 11th
Women of History Inventors - Activities for Teens
Are you looking for some unique teen activities for Women's History month? Women have invented some incredible things to make our world a better place, but so many of these are unknown!
This resource highlights some of our amazing women inventors, to show our young students that anyone can achieve great things, regardless of gender.
There are 2 parts to the resource: a PowerPoint presentation with information to teach them about the inventors and what inspired them to invent their products. Th
Grades:
4th - 9th
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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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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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