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Preview of Types of Maps and Map Skills Pack | Social Studies grades 2-5 | Back to School

Types of Maps and Map Skills Pack | Social Studies grades 2-5 | Back to School

Created by
Kristi DeRoche
This packet of worksheets is a great introduction to map skills as reading a variety of maps! Students will learn to read a Population map, precipitation map, political map, natural resource map, and a physical map. Perfect for a back to school review!Worksheets included:Map Vocabulary Matching WorksheetMap Skills Fill in the BlankPhysical MapPopulation MapPolitical MapNatural Resource MapPrecipitation MapAnswer KeyIf you are looking for an interactive digital version of this product using googl
Preview of 50 States and Capitals: Maps, Tests, Activities, Google Classroom & Google Forms

50 States and Capitals: Maps, Tests, Activities, Google Classroom & Google Forms

Created by
Mister Harms
Help your students know all 50 states and capitals of the United States with this huge, MEGA-Pack of resources! This product is available in printable PDF, Google Classroom, and Google Forms. A crossword puzzle, word search, test blanks, word banks, and so many more options are also included in this MEGA-Pack! You will even get a mini-research project template for students to research their favorite state, as well as a creative writing template. Whether it be for a civics unit, history class, cl
Preview of History Bundle 4: Cold War, Civil Rights Movement, September 11 Attacks

History Bundle 4: Cold War, Civil Rights Movement, September 11 Attacks

Created by
Love Learning
This history bundle is the perfect addition to any social studies classroom! It includes three different units: Cold War Conflicts, The Civil Rights Movement, and the September 11th Attacks. The PowerPoint lessons include pictures, videos and website links to engage even the most reluctant learners. This is the last of FOUR social studies bundles and includes:Cold War ConflictsUnit Plan SuggestionsCold War PowerPoint Lesson (111 slides)Study Guide (printable and digital)Interactive NotebookDigit
Preview of World War II Timeline Activity (World War 2, WWII, WW2)

World War II Timeline Activity (World War 2, WWII, WW2)

This World War II timeline activity is an awesome way for students to visually see the events of World War II in order! Students will cut and paste pages together and fill out the timeline using their own resources. There is a Word Bank included and an answer key! This activity can be used as an independent activity after learning about the World War II, as an ongoing activity throughout a unit, or as a quiz! Includes: - 2 page timeline to be cut and paste together - 1 page of events to be glue
Preview of American Revolution Study Guide and Test

American Revolution Study Guide and Test

This study guide and test covers the major causes, battles, important people, and the Declaration of Independence of the American Revolution. An answer key is included!This study guide and test covers Georgia Standards of Excellence:SS4H1 Explain the causes, events, and results of the American Revolution.a. Trace the events that shaped the revolutionary movement in America: French and Indian War, 1765 Stamp Act, the slogan “no taxation without representation,” the activities of the Sons of Libe
Preview of Three Branches of Government Study Guide & Quiz Test PRINT AND DIGITAL

Three Branches of Government Study Guide & Quiz Test PRINT AND DIGITAL

This Three Branches of Government Study Guide and Quiz resource is the perfect no-prep solution for your classroom. All you need to do is print OR assign the digital version and your students are ready to go! This resource includes review of the following terms: Executive BranchLegislative BranchJudicial BranchCongressSenateHouse of RepresentativesPresident's CabinetCommander in ChiefThis no-prep resource has 3 components: Print & Digital Versions: Whether you are in the classroom or teachin
Preview of States and Capitals Study Tool | Flashcards & Quizzes

States and Capitals Study Tool | Flashcards & Quizzes

This 39 page download is a complete kit with black line masters and step by step photo directions for making a U.S. states and capital envelope book with your students. The printable pages were designed to fit inside a 10 x 13 inch envelope, but they will also fit in a standard size notebook if you prefer. The envelope book is intended to act as a study tool for students learning the state names, locations, capitals, and abbreviations by region. The kit includes pockets with flashcards for each
Preview of Speeding Ticket -  Work Completion/Missing Assignment Reminder

Speeding Ticket - Work Completion/Missing Assignment Reminder

Boost Student Work Completion with Schoolwork Speeding Tickets!Introducing the Schoolwork Speeding Ticket - your ultimate work completion reminder. Transform your classroom management and motivate students to complete assignments promptly. With three tailored models to suit various teaching needs, you're in control. And if you desire any customizations, we're here to assist.Why Choose Our Student Work Completion Reminder:Effective Motivation: Inspire students to return work promptly with these e
Preview of American Revolution Unit - Revolutionary War

American Revolution Unit - Revolutionary War

Created by
Love Learning
This American Revolution Unit is the perfect way to teach your students about the Revolutionary War! It includes everything you will need to teach kids about the American Revolution, including lessons, notes, test, and a Google Slides™ Project!This American Revolution Unit Covers the Following Topics:French and Indian WarProclamation of 1765The Stamp ActSons and Daughters of LibertyBoston MassacreBoston Tea PartyThe Declaration of IndependenceGeorge WashingtonKing George IIIBenjamin FranklinThom
Preview of Landforms Cut & Paste Definitions, flash cards, 20 words, centers

Landforms Cut & Paste Definitions, flash cards, 20 words, centers

Created by
Scienceisfun
Landforms Landforms Landforms!Included in this product are 4 different ways to help kids comprehend and visualize different landforms. 20 landforms are included: Mountain, Hill, Pond, River, Cave, Island, Valley, Lake, Canyon, Beach, Waterfall, Glacier, Plain, Volcano, Meander, Floodplain, Delta, ArchipelagoThis is a great activity to help students visualize the landforms! There are many ways of using this product. • 1st set: (horizontal: 1-3) Give students’ definitions pages and the picture pa
Preview of Types of Maps & Map Skills Pack - Digital Using Google Slides  Distance Learning

Types of Maps & Map Skills Pack - Digital Using Google Slides Distance Learning

Created by
Kristi DeRoche
Teaching map skills and how to read different types of maps is an essential skill that spans many grade levels. This Types of Maps and Maps Digital Skills Pack is an asset for any teacher integrating technology in their classroom or implementing distance learning! #tptdigitalGuide your students to reading and interpreting different types of maps. Students will love exploring map skills through these fun digital activities, and won't even realize how much they're learning!Interactive slides inclu
Preview of Inside Out And Back Again by Thanhha Lai Novel in Verse Unit

Inside Out And Back Again by Thanhha Lai Novel in Verse Unit

Created by
Mrs Lena
Inside Out And Back Again Newbery Honor Book by Thanhha Lai Novel in Verse Study is perfect for learning about immigration, coming-of-age, Vietnam War , U.S. history, refugees, similes and metaphors, character analysis, themes, and much MORE! This unit includes: 1. Objective & Benchmarks2. Pre-reading activity - Background history of Vietnam War3. During Reading Comprehension Questions along with history on Vietnamese immigration. 4. Post Reading Activities - Similes and Metaphors5. Vocabula
Preview of Learning from The Lorax Conservation Mini Course CCSS Grades 3-6 Print and Go

Learning from The Lorax Conservation Mini Course CCSS Grades 3-6 Print and Go

Introducing the Lorax Conservation Mini Course: Celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day with a learning experience that combines reading, writing, art, vocabulary, and economics. This comprehensive mini course is designed to inspire students to think critically about environmental conservation.Key Features:Comprehension Guide: A two-page guide helps students explore the world of "The Lorax" and its themes.Resource Identification Activity: Students categorize resources (capital, human, natural) to rein
Preview of World War I Timeline Activity (World War 1, WWI, WW1)

World War I Timeline Activity (World War 1, WWI, WW1)

This World War I timeline activity is an awesome way for students to visually see the events of World War I in order! Students will cut and paste pages together and fill out the timeline using their own resources. There is a Word Bank included and an answer key! This activity can be used as an independent activity after learning about the World War I, as an ongoing activity throughout a unit, or as a quiz! Includes: - 1 page timeline to be cut and paste together - 1 page of events to be glued i
Preview of Jamestown Study Guide and Review Worksheet (VS.3)

Jamestown Study Guide and Review Worksheet (VS.3)

Created by
Alyssa Teaches
Students enjoy using this helpful study guide and review worksheet to review what they've learned about the establishment of the Jamestown settlement. Students can complete the worksheet while you teach or you can save it for an end-of-unit review activity. You can also send the study guide home so that parents can help reinforce and review content with their children.The study guide is 3 pages long and the review worksheet is 4 pages long. The review worksheet includes 17 questions and a variet
Preview of Civil War - Timeline Activity

Civil War - Timeline Activity

This Civil War timeline activity is an awesome way for students to visually see the events of the Civil War in order! Students will cut and paste pages together and fill out the timeline using their own resources. There is a Word Bank included and an answer key! This activity can be used as an independent activity after learning about the Civil War, as an ongoing activity throughout a unit, or as a quiz!Includes:- 1 page timeline to be cut and paste together- 1 page of events to be glued in time
Preview of Virginia's Government (VS.10a)

Virginia's Government (VS.10a)

Created by
Alyssa Teaches
Ready to teach the organization of Virginia's government? This packet has everything you need to cover Virginia's three branches of government! These hands-on activities are a great way to keep your students engaged as they learn how the government is organized.Contents include:branches of state government posterinformation sheet and questions“Choosing Virginia’s New Governor” reading comprehension passagefill-in-the-blanks foldable booksorting activity“Who Are My Representatives?” sheet (with a
Preview of Virginia Studies SOL Review Packet (Combined)

Virginia Studies SOL Review Packet (Combined)

Created by
JenTeach
**Update: VS.9 is now included in the packet!** This Virginia Studies SOL Review packet was created with the most recent update of Virginia Studies Curriculum Framework 2008. This packet includes units VS.2 and VS.10, VS.3, VS.4, VS.5, VS.6, VS.7, VS.8. You can buy each unit review packet separately for $2.00 a piece or save a little and get all of them for $10.00 by purchasing this product which includes all of them. This is a great resource to use to help students prepare for the SOL's. Each
Preview of Map and Globe Skills

Map and Globe Skills

This DIFFERENTIATED map and globe skills bundle includes anchor charts, vocabulary, study guide, craftivity, practice test and unit test!Differentiated pages have an "M" in the upper right corner for "modified"12 Anchor Charts plus Vocabularytypes of mapsglobe, a map, a map key/legend, directions, compass rose hemispheres, quadrantsLatitude, Longitude, Equator, Prime Meridianfind coordinates on a U.S. mapMileage Chart, Continents, Oceans___________________________________________________________
Preview of Civil War Study Guide and Review Worksheet (VS.7)

Civil War Study Guide and Review Worksheet (VS.7)

Created by
Alyssa Teaches
Students enjoy using this helpful study guide and review worksheet to review what they've learned about the role of Virginia in the Civil War. Students can complete the worksheet while you teach or as an end-of-unit review activity. You can also send the study guide home so that parents can help reinforce and review content with their children.SAVE 20% by purchasing the Virginia Studies study guide bundle!Both the study guide and the review worksheet are 3 pages long. The review worksheet includ
Preview of Virginia in the American Revolution Study Guide and Review Worksheet (VS.5)

Virginia in the American Revolution Study Guide and Review Worksheet (VS.5)

Created by
Alyssa Teaches
Students enjoy using this helpful study guide and review worksheet to review what they've learned about the role of Virginia in the American Revolution. Students can complete the worksheet while you teach or you can save it for an end-of-unit review activity. You can also send the study guide home so that parents can help reinforce and review content with their children.SAVE 20% by purchasing the Virginia Studies study guide bundle!The study guide is 2 pages long and the review worksheet is 3 pa
Preview of Continents and Oceans Vocabulary Book

Continents and Oceans Vocabulary Book

This vocabulary booklet focuses on Earth's continents and oceans. It gives brief descriptions of each continent and ocean and about the some of the different habitats found on each continent. A word bank is provided for students to copy the words into the shape boxes font that students write the continent name or ocean name in. This vocabulary book goes great with my "MY World Word Wall Cards" set also available at my store. Written and Illustrated by: Clip Art by Carrie Teaching First www
Preview of Colonial Virginia Study Guide and Review Worksheet (VS.4)

Colonial Virginia Study Guide and Review Worksheet (VS.4)

Created by
Alyssa Teaches
Students enjoy using this helpful study guide and review worksheet to review what they've learned about life in colonial Virginia. Students can complete the worksheet while you teach or you can save it for an end-of-unit review activity. You can also send the study guide home so that parents can help reinforce and review content with their children.SAVE 20% by purchasing the Virginia Studies study guide bundle!Both the study guide and the review worksheet are 3 pages long. The review worksheet i
Preview of Reconstruction Study Guide and Review Worksheet (VS.8)

Reconstruction Study Guide and Review Worksheet (VS.8)

Created by
Alyssa Teaches
Students can use this helpful study guide and review worksheet to review what they've learned about Reconstruction in Virginia. They can complete the worksheet while you teach or you can save it for an end-of-unit review activity. You can also send the study guide home so that parents can help reinforce and review content with their children.SAVE 20% by purchasing the Virginia Studies study guide bundle!The study guide is 2 pages and the review worksheet is 2 pages long. The review worksheet inc
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Find Social Studies - History resources | TPT

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.

Discover printable and digital social studies resources

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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Educators can save time preparing history lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply start a search for social studies resources on the TPT marketplace, and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find materials that've been proven to work in classrooms like yours. No matter what you’re teaching, there are plenty of social studies lessons and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.