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1st grade social studies handouts for Easel Activities
Families Unit - Grade 1 Social Studies
This resource contains 15 lessons with accompanying worksheets for Grade 1 Social Studies for the theme of Families. Each lesson includes an Essential Question, materials you will need, step by step instructions for teaching the lesson and worksheets for the students to complete to demonstrate comprehension of the concept.Essential Questions covered in this resource are:Lesson 1, 2, 3: What is a family?Lesson 4: What do families do together?Lesson 5: What are your family traditions?Lesson 6, 7,
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1st
Also included in: Saskatchewan Grade 1 Resources
Continent and Ocean Map Worksheet Blank
Continent and Ocean Map worksheet can be used as a worksheet as well as a pretest and post test to assess students knowledge. Student can label and then color the different continents and oceans in order to learn this section of the AKS. Additional Maps - World Maps - Continent, Oceans, Climate Zones and Time Zone MapsUnited States Map Bundle - Political and Physical MapsSouth America Maps - South America Political and Physical MapsLouisiana Purchase MapBe the first to know about new products (a
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1st - 12th
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Also included in: US History Bundle / Distance Learning
Armed Forces Day Differentiated Information Text Close Reading Leveled Passages!
LEVELED PASSAGES! CHOOSE EACH STUDENT'S READING LEVEL. ALL STUDENTS WILL HAVE SAME CONTENT, VOCAB, AND QUESTIONS! You have Full Permission to Digitalize, Google Drive/slides/docs/etc., Share, Modify, or use any other means to send home to your students. It’s yours- ENJOY! Please send me a copy to share with others on here. "Armed Forces Day Fun FACTS"THIS IS A SAMPLE FREEBIE FROM OUR MAY THEMES BUNDLE 7 passages CLICK HERE TO VIEW: TEACHER APP WEEK Mother's Day Memorial Day & MOREINFORMATION
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1st - 5th
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North South East West
This is a simple file for reviewing cardinal directions. The way the questions are written are good for comprehension and understanding. This is geared towards 1st-3rd grades.C3 Framework Standards: D2.Geo.1.K-2. Construct maps, graphs, and other representations of familiar places. D2.Geo.2.K-2. Use maps, graphs, photographs, and other representations to describe places and the relationships and interactions that shape them. D2.Geo.3.K-2. Use maps, globes, and other simple geograp
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1st - 3rd
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Símbolos de los Estados Unidos de América
This unit is a great starting point to teach your first, second and third graders about the US symbols. The product contains:
*12 page non-fiction read aloud
*Student booklet- fill in the blanks
* Guided Activity (for student booklet)
* Writing sheets
* 10 pages for Input Chart (one for each symbol)
*Activity Sheet for matching symbols to its name
*Activity Sheet for placing symbols in chronological order
*6 comprehension non-fiction passages with questions
*10 Graphic organizers for each symbo
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1st - 3rd
Japan Flag Activity / Japanese Flag Craft
Help your students learn about, interact with, manipulate, and answer questions about the country flag.Many options for differentiation and fun activities to help your students remember what the country's flag looks like.Cover shapes, colors, and numbers while you examine the flag together as a class. It makes for a fun craft, homework, or in class assignment.
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PreK - 2nd
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La vie des pionniers
Your students will study early pioneer life in Canada and compare it to their own modern-day lives. This is a versatile unit that is appropriate for grades 1, 2 and 3 in both French and French Immersion Classrooms. Information and activities are based on the Ontario Social Studies curriculum document. As an added feature, there is a short play called A Pioneer Christmas for your students to perform. Vos élèves étudieront la vie des pionniers au Canada et la compareront à leur propre vie moderne.
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1st - 3rd
WANTS & NEEDS - Economic & Financial Literacy Worksheets for K-1st-2nd Grades
Equip your young learners to navigate the exciting world of economics! This "Wants & Needs" pack, featuring 10 engaging worksheets, is your one-stop shop for fostering financial literacy aligned with Common Core Standards. Through relatable scenarios, real-life examples, and fun activities, these versatile resources cater to all learning styles. Students will grasp the difference between needs (essentials for survival and well-being) and wants (desires that enhance life but aren't critical).
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K - 2nd
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13 Colonies Doodle Notes
Included are doodle notes for the 13 colonies and the different types of colonies. This is a wonderful introduction to the 13 colonies and their regions. Other Lessons That You May Like13 Colonies Doodle Notes3 Colonial Regions Infographic Notes BundleNew England Colonies Infographic NotesMiddle Colonies Infographic NotesSouthern Colonies Infographic NotesRoanoke and the Lost Colony: History Mystery SOLVED!James Town Reading and AnalysisCreate Your Own Society Activity!Coloring Pages (Early Colo
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1st - 12th
North South East West - Version 2
This is a simple file for reviewing cardinal directions. The way the questions are written are good for comprehension and understanding. This is geared towards 1st-3rd grades.There are 12 different versions with different levels of differentiated instruction to choose from. You can get all of them here in one download!C3 Framework Standards: D2.Geo.1.K-2. Construct maps, graphs, and other representations of familiar places. D2.Geo.2.K-2. Use maps, graphs, photographs, and other repre
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1st - 3rd
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Emotions Body Scan - Learn about emotions in your body
Therapeutic Rationale:The body is used as a fun, engaging and creative method for clients of most ages 4 years and up to develop an awareness of emotional language. This is a wonderful tool to explore the differences between emotions (labels) and feelings (body sensations/ somatic work)Materials needed:You’re welcome to use markers, pencils, crayons etc.Application:Inform your client that you’d like to make an artwork with them called the Body Scan - You can invite your client to Associate an
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in: Emotions starter pack
Chinese Flag Activity / China Flag Craft
Help your students learn about, interact with, manipulate, and answer questions about the country flag.Many options for differentiation and fun activities to help your students remember what the country's flag looks like.Cover shapes, colors, and numbers while you examine the flag together as a class. It makes for a fun craft, homework, or in class assignment.
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PreK - 1st
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Compass Rose Introduction Relating to Maps & Reading Letters & Directions
This simple explanation is truly an introduction for students who are just beginning to learn about compass roses. What's Included:one worksheetshort paragraph that explains compass roses are usually on maps and what each of the four, main letters stand fora few multiple-choice questions and a written response (below the paragraph) to check comprehensionsame worksheet activity passage and questions in Easel different format with drag-and-drop for multiple-choice questions and typing for written
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1st - 4th, Adult Education
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Presidents' Day - STANDARDS BASED
Celebrate Presidents' Day with this versatile activity. Easy to make. This product is adaptable to different skill and grade levels. Wide variety of activities. Excellent for special education task boxes. All information presented in story format. PRODUCT INCLUDES: 2 formats for booklet: full page and half page 8 picture cards - two sizes8 description cards - two sizesquestion cards - two sizesPresident Fact cardscoloring booklet for younger studentshat band activity for younger studentsworkshee
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K - 2nd
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German Flag Activity / Germany Flag Craft
Help your students learn about, interact with, manipulate, and answer questions about the country flag.Many options for differentiation and fun activities to help your students remember what the country's flag looks like.Cover shapes, colors, and numbers while you examine the flag together as a class. It makes for a fun craft, homework, or in class assignment.
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PreK - 2nd
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Physical and Political Maps
Students will read and answer questions about the differences and uses of Physical and Political maps. There is a cut and paste activity included.
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1st - 5th
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All About Me Self-Esteem Worksheets, Rapport Building, First Day of School
This bundle is the perfect start to building your relationship with a client or student in a fun and interactive way. These worksheets can serve as a self-esteem activity and help boost self-confidence in kids. These sheets can be used at the beginning of the year in classrooms, in one-on-one sessions, or in groups. ✦ INSTANT DOWNLOAD OF MY ALL ABOUT ME SELF-ESTEEM WORKSHEET BUNDLE ✦This is a digital or printable product. I welcome teachers, parents, social workers, therapists, counselors, psych
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1st - 5th, Staff
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Benjamin Franklin Lessons for Gifted and Talented Learners
This Benjamin Franklin Unit will perfectly accompany the lessons you are teaching in your 1st grade classroom, allowing you to easily differentiate for your advanced gifted and talented learners. ⭐ Why you need this resource ⭐Standards based: aligned to the Georgia Standards of Excellence Allows you to scaffold or extend your instructionFun activities are engaging and challenging.Encourages a deeper understanding of your content.Builds your students' affective development by encouraging self-ref
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1st - 2nd
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My History Heroes (Activist Edition) Biography Research Packet
About This ProductDo your students enjoy the "Who Was" television show? Do you enjoy teaching students about diverse "history heroes" who sometimes don't make it into traditional school books? If yes, this is the resource for you! Help students learn all about activism and/or civil rights with this introduction to research and biographies series inspired by the "Who Was.." show. This product is a great tool to help younger students learn about biographies, researching, taking notes, and writing
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1st - 4th
Elementary Social Studies World Maps Geography Continents
Elementary Social Studies maps unit looming? This pack includes blank maps of the world plus blank maps of each of the continents - make sure to look at the preview to see the style. World maps and continent maps allow for a huge range of activities that students can complete whether they're in kindergarten, first grade, or even up to middle school. These have no instructions which allow for reuse for multiple projects - you could even incorporate them with your Language Arts units. Comes with P
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K - 8th
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Also included in: Elementary Social Studies Me on the Map Unit Bundle Geography
Would you rather live long ago or today?
Opinion writing graphic organizer aligned with the 1st grade Social Studies unit of Families Now and Long Ago. Students can use this to plan their topic sentence, details, and conclusion.
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K - 2nd
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Danica Patrick: Women in Sports
In this resource, there is a nonfiction reading passage based on the life of Danica Patrick. As you study sports players, Women's History, and/or American heritage this activity will be a great addition. This can be used as a whole class assignment or as an individual mini-research project. This is ideal for 1-4th grade students, although some older students may enjoy the activities. Activities included in this product:Coloring cover pageKWL chartVocabulary previewOne page reading passageReadin
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K - 4th
Also included in: Women in Sports Mini Biography Research Bundle
Liberty's Kids: Boston Tea Party
Liberty’s Kids: Episode 1: Boston Tea PartyEpisode Summary: James, Moses and Henri go to Boston to pick up Sarah. While they are there, Samuel Adams encourages a protest, The Boston Tea Party. To avoid getting caught by the British, the group goes to Phillis Wheatley’s home. In the meantime, Benjamin Franklin is in Great Britain being accused of Treason.Famous Characters: Benjamin Franklin, Samuel Adams and Phillis Wheatley.Famous Events: The Boston Tea Party Packet Includes: Maps, Vocabulary Ma
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1st - 4th
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Also included in: Liberty's Kids Episodes 1-5
Maud Lewis, A Canadian Folk Artist, Drawing and Painting, Posters
Maud Lewis, A Canadian Folk Artist, Drawing and PaintingYou will download a zip file with:√ 6 jpg and 6 pdf files (5 paintings and 1 Materials/steps sheet), √a powerpoint Introduction about Maud Lewis, √One Maud Lewis Deer Painting activity on Easel √Video of Maud Lewis Activity StepsLink to:Maud Lewis Google Presentation (This is included in the download)Maud Lewis Activity (This is included in the download)Open Ended Art Activity:5 Drawing and Painting activities with Maud Lewis art work.You m
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1st - 8th
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