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Preschool critical thinking social studies task cards
LEGO Challenge Task Cards {Great for STEM or fun building!}
I am really excited to show you some cute, older-kid friendly LEGO Challenge Task Cards! These are bright, colorful, and can appeal to older students without looking too primary. Don’t’ have LEGOs? That’s okay! These can be used for any building materials you may have—unifix cubes, plastic Flake Discs (Amazon), Bunchems (Amazon or Target), Wiki Stix, pipe cleaners, play-dough, etc. Get those kids engineering and manipulating. They work great as an independent station for special education, a STE
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PreK - 8th
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Depth of Knowledge (DOK) 105 Question Stem Cards MATH EDITION
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With the new assessments coming into play, students will be expected to answer more complex questions. Are your students answering higher-order questions properly and regularly? If not, use these questioning stems to get kids thinking more deeply about their learning.
This set of DOK Level 1-4 cards, makes it easy to scroll through and select various levels of questions before, during, and after instruction. They are
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PreK - 12th
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BUNDLED September Unique Learning Systems Task Boxes- Unit 1 Government
**Save 40%** Need extra independent tasks to pair with Unique Learning System (ULS) lessons? I’ve got you covered! These interactive independent task boxes & work stations use Symbolstix images to coordinate with the Unique Learning System (ULS) September Unit 1--Government Rules & Laws. **monthly digital versions coming soon!**This file includes:* addition task cards (1-10) with worksheet* subtraction task cards (1-10) with worksheet * tens frames 1-10* tens frames to 1-20* tens frames
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PreK - 12th
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Composing Shapes Pattern Block Mats
Composing shapes with pattern block mats for primary geometry unit. Students will compose simple shapes to make larger shapes using pattern blocks to fill in the larger shape outline. Resource contains several geometry task cards / composing shape mats. Includes 2-D shapes: triangle, square, hexagon, circle, rectangle.Common Core Aligned: CCSS.K.G.B.6Differentiated: task cards are numbered by difficultyVersatile: composing shapes mats are a great math tub warm up, math center, or small group a
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PreK - 2nd
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Social Studies Task Boxes - BUNDLE (set 1 & 2)
Social Studies Task Boxes (set 1 & 2):Are you tired of boring worksheets! Looking for something new? Here are 32 Social Studies task boxes that can be used in small groups, independent centers, one on one instruction, and take-home boxes for homework for that extra needed practice!! These tasks boxes, or task cards, help promote independent learning skills for early learners, gifted Pre-K, Kindergartners, ELL students, and Special needs or SPED teachers. This resource can be used all sch
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PreK - 1st
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AAAATeambuilding & Classbuilding Question Cards (40 Cards)
Have your students interact with each other in a fun and positive way! MY STUDENTS LOVE THESE CARDS!!! These cards are great for...Back to School activitiesIce breaker activitiesInterest InventoriesMeet-and-Greet activitiesBrain breaksTeambuildingClassbuildingEnd of school year activities The product includes:40 Teambuilding & Classbuilding Question CardsRecording Sheet (4 versions)You can get your students engaged with these cards in a variety of ways. Here are some examples: Footloose, SC
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Growth Mindset Bundle
Are you trying to grow a growth mindset in your students? With this Growth Mindset Bundle, your students will learn to overcome obstacles, accept challenges and they will understand that mistakes are okay, and often necessary to be successful.The 10 Growth Mindset resources in this bundle are reduced by 30% of the original cost!
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PreK - 12th
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Pattern Block Mats All Year Puzzles Mats
These pattern block mats and puzzles task cards for year round holidays are a must have. This pattern block puzzle set bundle includes 400 cards (9 - 10 pictures per holiday) that are differentiated for all levels of learners. This sets include 4th of July, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Day, Valentine's Day, St Patrick's Day, Easter, Earth Day and Cinco de Mayo pattern block mats. Pattern blocks are perfect for math centers, STEM tubs, STEAM bins, morning work, inside recess o
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PreK - 2nd
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Brain Flakes® STEM Makerspace Challenge Task Cards | Includes 16 Building Topics
Product DescriptionOur brand new Brain Flakes® Task Cards were designed to allow Braingineers in the educational setting or at home to expand their building and creative ability, develop dexterity and motor skills, as well as have fun! As the creators of the original Brain Flakes brand construction discs, we have created these task cards with the same exceptional standard of quality that kids, parents, and teachers have come to love and trust! These cards do not contain step-by-step instructions
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PreK - 5th
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MakerSpace Starter Kit
This Maker Space / STEM Lab STEAM Lab starter kit has everything you need to get a FabLab going in your classroom or library. Included are MakerSpace task cards, bin labels, parent letter, posters, and more! Young kids need STEAM Labs, too! It's time to get our students thinking, building, engineering and creating. A MakerSpace is the perfect way to do that. Please take a moment to look at the preview! Included in this download are:Weekly MakerSpace Journal (with picture cues for young stu
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PreK - 5th
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K-2-ETS1-2
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What's Wrong With This Picture Cards
What's Wrong With This Picture?60 Picture CardsPrints 4 Cards per pageThis item would be great for any child especially those with Autism, Aspergers, PDD-POS, Speech Delay, etc...The purchaser is granted permission to download and print this item for non-commercial individual or single classroom use only. This file and finished product is copyright protected and is not to be shared or resold.Email me with any questions: CustomerService@CreativeLearning4Kidz.com
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PreK - 1st
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Same or Different Task Cards Real Pictures
Same or Different Task Cards72 Cards with Real PicturesIncludes Answer Key & Student Answer SheetOther Same or Different ListingsThis item would be great for any child especially those with Autism, Aspergers, PDD-POS, Speech Delay, etc...The purchaser is granted permission to download and print this item for non-commercial individual or single classroom use only. This file and finished product is copyright protected and is not to be shared or resold.Email me with any questions: CustomerServi
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PreK - 2nd
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Also included in: Clip Task Cards Bundle Autism Special Education
Open Ended Math Problems for Kindergarten Problem Solving
164 open-ended math problems perfect for whole class and small group kindergarten math warm-ups or guided math lessons. Teach problem solving with these word problems aligned to the Australian Curriculum – Foundation stage. Each naturally differentiated math question has multiple answers to cater for a range of learning abilities.Keep your students engaged and excited about maths with these age-appropriate math tasks designed around popular kindergarten topics and interests.We usually do one or
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PreK - 1st
Morning Meeting Sharing Topics for the Whole Year- Discussion Questions
Just click print! You have 172 sharing topics- one for every day of the year! Copy on colored paper, laminate and save from year to year. There are 40 specific categories and several miscellaneous questions. There are also several questions I like to use often. **** Sharing every day builds relationships with the teacher and students as well as with their classmates. Sharing promotes listening skills, speaking in front of a group, eye contact, reading body language and much more! By sharing
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PreK - 8th
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Lego STEM BINS 60 Challenge Cards
60 unique LEGO challenge cards in 5 beautiful colors - - - red, orange, blue, green, and purple!__________________________________________________________These Lego challenge cards are fantastic for a fast design challenge. The perfect addition to any makerspace, these are great to add to STEM bins for early finishers. They are designed to get your students thinking creatively, to inspire problem solving, and to allow for open engineering. Throw a handful of Lego blocks into a plastic bin with a
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PreK - 6th
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Pattern Block Mats Thanksgiving
Pattern Block Mats Puzzles Task Cards ThanksgivingThis pattern block puzzle set includes 40 cards (10 pictures) that are differentiated for all levels of learners. Pattern blocks are perfect for math centers, STEM tubs, STEAM bins, morning work, inside recess or basic center time. Included in this set are black and white, as well as, colored pattern block picture pages to meet your students' needs. You can make these pattern block activities reusable if you laminate the pages or place them in
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PreK - 2nd
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Also included in: Pattern Block Mats All Year Puzzles Mats
Science & Social Studies Digital Activities BUNDLE for Special Education
Are you looking for an interactive digital alternative to use with your students or children? This bundle of activities are the perfect fit! These activities can be used on a computer, smart board, tablet, or even cell phone! Just download the files and make them full screen and they are ready to use. If the child answers incorrectly, it will prompt them to try again. If answered correctly, the file prompts them to move on to the next question! NOTE: You have permission to share these digital fi
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PreK - 5th
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STEM Toothpick Challenge Task Cards / Build 2D & 3D shapes
STEM toothpick challenge / Build 2D & 3D shapes / Learn geometryThis STEM activity is a great way to learn geometry. It's suitable for students K1, K2, K3, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3 and Grade 4. This STEM activity includes both 2D and 3D shapes to build which range from easy to challenging shapes for more advanced students. This activity can be used to supplement a lesson on geometry or as a reward for behaving well :)What's included? (1) Instructions(1) Graphing / record sheet(6) 2D challen
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PreK - 2nd
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Also included in: STEM Bundle / 5 STEM challenges
Which One Doesn't Belong BOOM Cards | CATEGORIES
These 25 BOOM digital task cards are a fun and interactive way to help children develop their critical thinking skills by categorizing objects. On each card, the child will look at the four pictures and then determine which three go together. They will drag the red “X” onto the object that doesn’t belong in the same category as the other three and then hit the “submit” button to see if they are correct. There are 25 different categories such as musical instruments, furniture, eating utensils, su
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PreK - 1st
The Great Eggscape: Escape Room for Kids - Let's Breakout!
Let's Breakout! Are your students up for the challenge?Get your students up and moving with this April themed escape room for kids inspired by the book The Great Eggscape! by Jory John & Pete Oswald. Challenge your students to work together and solve clues hidden around the room while working on academic skills in a fun way! Escape rooms give your students the opportunity to work on communication, collaboration, critical thinking and problem solving skills!Don't have a breakout box or locks?
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PreK - 1st
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Also included in: Let's Breakout! Escape Room for Kids | Literacy & Math Skills | *BUNDLE*
Visual Schedules for Classroom Routines
Help your little ones learn classroom routines more easily and quickly with picture icons. They help know what step comes next when completing a task. Visuals schedules give step-by-step directions in pictures. Using visuals helps students become independent, much more quickly. This packet contains step-by-step instructions for the following routines: arrival time {unpacking backpack} using the restroom, hand washing, face cleaning, and departure time {packing up to go home}. You may choo
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PreK - K
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Also included in: Back to School Multi Packs {Bundled}
Community Helpers Lesson - BOOM CARDS - Digital Task Cards Activity
Students will love learning about Community Helpers using these BOOM Cards during your Social Studies unit! They are interactive digital task cards that can be used on a computer, iPad, tablet.....and they are self-marking! Great for sharing information, assessing prior knowledge, whole class instruction, mini-lessons, and independent work.***CLICK HERE FOR A PLAYABLE PREVIEW***Also teaching Places in the Community? Check out the Community BOOM Bundle!Prefer this resource for Google? Check out t
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PreK - 3rd
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Let's Infer and Respond Cards
* * THIS PACKET IS PART OF VIP BUNDLE 4TH EDITION! SAVE BIG WITH THE VIP BUNDLE 4TH EDITION HERE * *What is the Let's Infer and Respond Cards packet?The Let’s Infer packet gives you 60 inferencing cards. The packet allows students the opportunity to listen to you read the card, make an inference, and respond with their answer. The packet includes inferencing for people, places, things, and animals. Please note that students might state a correct answer that isn’t listed on the card. Laminate th
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PreK - 1st
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Also included in: VIP BUNDLE FOURTH EDITION
Black History Boom Cards | Martin Luther King Jr Reading comprehension
BOOM CARDS about BLACK HISTORY. Students need read or listen to the stories and answer a comprehension test (questions included audios). This game includes 3 Games of Boom Card with audios:Martin Luther King Jr.Ruby BridgesRosa ParksMore Black History resources your students will love:All about Martin Luther King Jr.Rosa Parks activitiesRuby Bridges lapbookBulletin Board Writing Ideas*WHAT ARE BOOM CARDS?Boom Cards are interactive games that can be accessed on a tablet, computer, phone or whiteb
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PreK - 2nd
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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.
Teaching with social studies resources
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.
Frequently asked questions about teaching social studies
What types of social studies lessons are available on TPT?
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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