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Preschool problem solving 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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Holiday Hashtag Blocks Challenge Cards / Christmas & Winter STEM / Student Gifts
The following holiday challenge cards and gift tags are perfect for student gifts and are designed to accompany “Hashtag” building blocks, found seasonally in Target Dollar Spot.Students may complete the challenge cards independently or with partners, or you may choose to make copies and give them as holiday gifts to your students.Includes smaller cards for individual student use and larger cards for classroom use.To complete the Hashtag Block challenge cards, students will only need about 30 bl
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PreK - 6th
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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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ABA Task Card Bundle Special Education
ABA Task Card Bundle 9 Sets324 Task Cards (Real Pictures)Problem Solving, Which go Together, What Rhymes, Receptive by Function, Receptive by Identification, Receptive by Feature, and Receptive by Class.See individual listings for more information and pictures.Individual ABA Task Card Sets:Problem Solving Task CardsProblem Solving 2 Task Cards Which Go Together Task Cards What Rhymes Task CardsReceptive By Function Task CardsReceptive Identification Task CardsReceptive by Feature Task CardsRecep
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PreK - 1st
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Pattern Block Puzzles • Math Shape Puzzles • Autumn Thanksgiving Theme
Looking for an engaging math center for the fall? This set of pattern block puzzles will keep students eager to learn and explore shapes all year long! This set is for Autumn (November) Choose from three differentiated levels to allow students to progress or for different ability levels. They make an awesome math center that keeps students attention while focusing on a challenge that they will enjoy!Grab the whole year long bundle and change out the centers each month of the year!Included in thi
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PreK - 3rd
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Also included in: Pattern Block Puzzles • Math Shape Puzzles • YEAR LONG BUNDLE
Reaction Size to Big, Medium & Small Problems - Handout, Task Cards, Visuals
Reaction Size to Big, Medium & Small Problems - Handout, Task Cards, Visuals This product was created to help children: 1) Differentiate between big, medium, and small problems 2) Determine appropriate reaction sizes to problems 3) Generate solutions for various problems What's included: 1) 3-page Handout With information about: why strong problem-solving are importantreview of problem sizes and reaction sizesexplanation about why problem and reaction sizes should matchstrategies for tea
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PreK - 6th
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Valentine's Day Hashtag Blocks Cards / Valentine STEM Activities
The following Valentine's Day hashtag blocks challenge cards and gift tags are perfect for student gifts and Valentine's Day STEM Activities! They are designed to accompany “Hashtag” building blocks, found seasonally in Target Dollar Spot.Students may complete the 8 challenge cards independently or with partners, or you may choose to make copies and give them as Valentine's Day gifts to your students.Includes smaller cards for individual student use and larger cards for classroom use, as well a
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PreK - 6th
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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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Pattern Block Puzzles • Math Shape Puzzles • Halloween Theme
Looking for an engaging math center for the new year? This set of pattern block puzzles will keep students eager to learn and explore shapes all year long! This set is full of puzzles to celebrate HALLOWEEN! Choose from three differentiated levels to allow students to progress or for different ability levels. They make an awesome math center that keeps students attention while focusing on a challenge that they will enjoy!Grab the whole year long bundle and change out the centers each month of th
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PreK - 2nd
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Also included in: Pattern Block Puzzles • Math Shape Puzzles • YEAR LONG BUNDLE
PBIS and Restorative Practices Bundle
This is a GROWING BUNDLE!Restorative Practice and PBIS Bundle! Use these PBIS and Restorative Practice resources to support your classroom management systems.Included:Restorative Practice Self Reflection Sheets (8 differentiated sheets)Good Choice / Poor Choice Behavior Sort Size of the Problem (Solve the Problem) Task CardsApology Note (Differentiated)Cheers! Positive NoteRestorative Practice Self Reflection SheetsThis is a problem solving printable for your students to fill out when there is a
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PreK - 5th
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Conflict Resolution Game and Cards for Lower Elementary
All elementary students need help learning positive conflict resolution skills and strategies. For lower elementary students, these visual task cards make learning problem solving fun! They can be used in tons of ways, both small group and whole group, and work great with pre-readers/emerging readers. Open the preview for specific examples of how to use the cards, from simple activities to cooperative or competitive games!This resource includes:• 12 choices cards (including the 9 in Kelso’s Choi
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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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Pattern Block Puzzles • Math Shape Puzzles • YEAR LONG BUNDLE
Looking for an engaging math center that you can change up all year long? This set of pattern block puzzles will keep students eager to learn and explore shapes all year long! This growing bundle will include 10 sets of 10 pattern puzzles themed to different parts of the year! Choose from three differentiated levels to allow students to progress or for different ability levels. They make an awesome math center that keeps students attention while focusing on a challenge that they will enjoy!Grab
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PreK - 2nd
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A to Z Stem Ideas
Please note...This is NOT complete! This is what I have ready and tried out with my class so far. I will add more as I complete them and test them out with my class. This resource comes with a stem idea for each letter, items needed, printables for ideas that I came up with and a real picture and a picture I post on the wall for the day we do them. Here is what is included so farA-Look at me I can build an apple tree.B-Can you build the bear a cave?C-Can you build the cat a cage?D-Can you build
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PreK - 1st
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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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Speech Therapy Boom Cards™ Size of Problem Activities BUNDLE
These resources were designed to help teach your students in speech therapy the different sizes of problems, so they can respond appropriately and improve their social skills. These Boom Card decks have two different options: to learn and to play. First teach your students about the different sizes of problems (big, medium, and little) and then put their new skills into action by playing. Each scenario highlights everyday problems that frequently trigger emotional responses in children. This bun
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PreK - 1st
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Popsicle Stick Visual Discrimination Cards, Visual Perception Skills
Popsicle Sticks Visual discrimination centers. Students can copy the picture pattern using Popsicle sticks. These are great for morning tubs, stem bins, early finisher activities, math centers and even indoor recess time. They are a hit with my first graders. A super hands-on way to engage students while help them learn problem solving A fun, play-based math activity that can be used all year. Super easy to prep and use.These are great for morning tubs, stem bins, early finisher activit
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PreK - 1st
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Pokemon and Zones Inspired Break Cards (Editable Google Slides)
I have discovered a way to further reach my students using zones colors and their interest, Pokemon! This product includes cards that can be adapted for each student to help them express their feelings. These cards can be used for students that have difficulty expressing themselves verbally while in distress. These cards as break cards if necessary and can be use for various age ranges! This product targets problem solving, social skills, emotion regulation, and many more! Use of this product re
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PreK - 8th
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What's Wrong? Silly Pictures Absurdities Speech Therapy Language Activity
What's wrong with this picture? Students will practice problem solving and speech language skills (answering questions, recognizing absurdities, spoken grammar, and vocabulary) as they explain what's wrong in each silly picture. Includes 35 different pictures with colorful photos with 3 levels of difficulty (task cards and Boom cards). This activity is designed to be used during face to face speech therapy sessions or remote teletherapy sessions. It works well for mixed groups because articula
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PreK - 2nd
Pattern Block Puzzles • Math Shape Puzzles • December Holiday Theme
Looking for an engaging math center for the fall? This set of pattern block puzzles will keep students eager to learn and explore shapes all year long! This set is for Winter Holiday (December.) Choose from three differentiated levels to allow students to progress or for different ability levels. They make an awesome math center that keeps students attention while focusing on a challenge that they will enjoy!Grab the whole year long bundle and change out the centers each month of the year!Includ
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PreK - 3rd
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Also included in: Pattern Block Puzzles • Math Shape Puzzles • YEAR LONG BUNDLE
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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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 Puzzles • Math Shape Puzzles • January Winter Theme
Looking for an engaging math center for the new year? This set of pattern block puzzles will keep students eager to learn and explore shapes all year long! This set is for Winter (January.) Choose from three differentiated levels to allow students to progress or for different ability levels. They make an awesome math center that keeps students attention while focusing on a challenge that they will enjoy!Grab the whole year long bundle and change out the centers each month of the year!Included in
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PreK - 3rd
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Also included in: Pattern Block Puzzles • Math Shape Puzzles • YEAR LONG BUNDLE
Kindergarten STEM STEAM Challenges, Makerspace Activities, Engineering & Design
These 3 types of STEAM STEM challenges are my favorite way to encourage engineering & design thinking in my kindergarten classroom and makerspace, but can also be used in preschool, first grade or homeschool. Use these makerspace activities as an independent STEAM STEM activity, station, bin, or for morning work, choice time or small group science lessons. Read 3 Types of Makerspace Challenges to Use Across the Kindergarten Year to see how I use this in my own kindergarten classroom for play
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PreK - 1st
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K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
Also included in: Kindergarten Makerspace Bundle, STEM Center Challenges, STEAM activities
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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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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.
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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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