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Preview of Editable Name Writing Practice Activities | Name Tracing Editable Practice Paper

Editable Name Writing Practice Activities | Name Tracing Editable Practice Paper

Help your students learn to write their first and last names with these fun Name Writing practice activities. Just type your student's names and print! Your students will love the different name tracing and name writing practice activities. You will love just how quickly and easily you can create personalized name writing practice for each of your students. Using the Editable PDF file, you only need to type in the student names one time and all of the name writing practice activities will auto
Preview of Homes Around the World and Their Materials: Student Activity

Homes Around the World and Their Materials: Student Activity

Created by
Chikabee
This activity allows students to show what they know about the various building materials used to construct homes around the world. The teacher may create booklets (single sided- see directions page) and have the students cut and paste the correct materials cards in place. Alternatively, the homes images and materials cards may be laminated to be used as a centers activity. Included are: -images of 14 homes around the world -materials cards for wood, metal, concrete/cement, grass/straw, m
Preview of People of Texas: A Kindergarten Texas History Book

People of Texas: A Kindergarten Texas History Book

Created by
Pug Games
People of Texas is a simple history book that introduces students to historical Texans Stephen F. Austin and Jose Antonio Navarro as well as the diverse people who influenced our state. Students fill in the blanks on the pages using keywords (shared on the answer key). I updated the PDF in March 2021 with a fresh cover page and two new pages to include our Native, Spanish, and Mexican history. I hope these new pages provide teachers and young learners with more perspective on our state. The illu
Preview of Fall Basic Skills Activity Pack {for students with autism}

Fall Basic Skills Activity Pack {for students with autism}

This 155+ page file is perfect to use in a multi-level classroom. I use these sheets for morning work, workboxes, teacher time, and independent work daily for my students with autism in K-3. Use them throughout the months of October/November to celebrate all things Fall! Mostly all of the activities in this packet are provided in color and black and white. For my students that are pre-writers, I laminate the sheets and use velcro. For students that can write, I still use some of the colored she
Preview of Geography Unit & Student Workbooks - Grades 1 & 2

Geography Unit & Student Workbooks - Grades 1 & 2

Created by
MissB in MA
This is a huge unit with 5 presentations and 3 student worksheets. The unit covers: Map skills: - What is a map? - Cardinal directions(north, south, east, west) - Equator, north pole, south pole Continents: - 7 continents - size order - land - animals - facts - location Oceans - 5 oceans - names - locations The 3 student workbooks include activities for all topics above such as: - fill-ins - cut and paste names onto maps - writing and identifying names of continents and oceans -
Preview of Fine Motor Skills - Fall Themed Line Tracing Worksheets

Fine Motor Skills - Fall Themed Line Tracing Worksheets

Created by
DK Resources
Most items are 50% off for the first 24 hours that they are listed. Follow me and catch the savings on your TpT homepage! What You Get:12 fall themed worksheets with one long tracing line connecting two fall images. 13 fall themed worksheets with more than one tracing line (3 to 5) per page with each line connecting two fall themed images.  That’s 25 fall themed tracing worksheets for building fine motor skills and pre-writing skills!  What does it cover? These worksheets cover tracing! Tracing
Preview of WH Questions Adapted Book: Apples Speech Therapy Fall Autumn

WH Questions Adapted Book: Apples Speech Therapy Fall Autumn

Created by
Very Visual SLP
This fall themed speech and language resource targets answering wh questions (reading/listening comprehension), vocabulary, sorting and more in a fun and interactive way! Visuals are included throughout to support receptive and expressive language development and can be adapted to meet a variety of student needs.It includes a 10-page adapted book as well as BONUS ACTIVITIES targeting answering simple wh- comprehension questions (what, where and who).The adapted book includes 10 different wh- que
Preview of Girl Scout Daisies Democracy Badge Activity Plan - All Steps - Mock Ballot

Girl Scout Daisies Democracy Badge Activity Plan - All Steps - Mock Ballot

This activity bundle was designed to fulfill all requirements of the Daisy Democracy Badge. The Leader's Guide provides step-by-step instructions, discussion outlines, and question prompts. The corresponding workbook provides the girls with a complete packet for the activities.Visit our webpage to view our complete listing of resources.*On My Honor is not affiliated with Girl Scouts of the USA. This product is not sponsored, endorsed, nor approved by, or in any way connected with Girl Scouts
Preview of Patriot Day 9/11 printable book for primary grades September 11

Patriot Day 9/11 printable book for primary grades September 11

Created by
Miss 27
***Updated September 2015*** Explaining the tragic events that took place on September 11, 2001 is hard. It can get even harder when your explaining it to very young children. This printable booklet simply lays out what Patriot Day is, why we celebrate it and how kids, and all Americans, can celebrate this day of remembrance on 9/11. The simplicity allows for as much class discuss as is necessary for you and your students. The pages can be printed as full sheets and made into a class book
Preview of Parts of a Tree Printable Book

Parts of a Tree Printable Book

A printable book for grades Pre-K - 1st. It covers all of the basic parts of a tree- roots, branches, leaves, trunk, and fruit. There is an art activity to do on each page. See preview page for a completed book. Roots- Add yarn "roots" Branches- Add toothpick "branches" Trunk- Use a bark rubbing to create a textured trunk. Leaves- Add tissue paper leaves. Fruit- Add fingerprints in the color of the chosen fruit. Last page- fill in the name of the fruit that your tree holds (ex- apple). The book
Preview of Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and Kids Coping Skill Cards Bundle

Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and Kids Coping Skill Cards Bundle

This Anxiety, Depression, PTSD/Trauma and Kids Coping Skills Cards Bundle is the perfect tool kit for school counselors, psychologists, and parents to help implement DBT Skills, CBT techniques, mindfulness, gratitude, and breathing skills. These cards also include cognitive distortions, how to manage the emotional wave, inner child work, positive affirmations, journaling prompts, and more. Every skill you need in an easy, convenient way to help manage big emotions.✦ INSTANT DOWNLOAD - ANXIETY, D
Preview of Australian Christmas Craft Templates

Australian Christmas Craft Templates

Created by
CasualCase
This printable booklet contains 6 Australian themed Christmas craft templates for students so that they can enjoy an Aussie Xmas! Craft templates included in this booklet are;Australian Gum Leaf WreathAustralian bauble weavingChatterbox templateAustralian Paper StockingAustralian paper chainsAustralian bunting featuring Australian animals.Click the link to follow the Casual Case store to stay updated on new products.
Preview of Alphabet Workbook: Worksheets A-Z Fall Theme

Alphabet Workbook: Worksheets A-Z Fall Theme

This Alphabet Workbook is perfect to teach the alphabet to your Pre-K or Kindergarten students! This workbook includes all letters of the alphabet A-Z. Each page includes hand and motor skills to trace lines, letter recognition activity, coloring elements of two related objects to understand the letter, and tracing the letter practice. This workbook is fall themed so all of the letter pages include fall or autumn themed objects or words. This is a great way to make the connection to the fall and
Preview of Student Passport | World Travel

Student Passport | World Travel

Created by
Ashley McKenzie
Travel the world with your students this year! They will love visiting different destinations around the world and having a passport to keep track of all they have learned and all they have seen! Use this product in conjunction with these!Trip to Hawaii BundleTrip to Africa BundleTrip to MexicoAlaska & Iditarod UnitIncluded in the download:-Passport cover page-6 Destination Logs (If you travel to more than 6 places you can just copy more pages!)Please let me know how you like it!
Preview of Kindergarten Patriotism / America Activities

Kindergarten Patriotism / America Activities

This is a 16 page unit themed around America / Patriotism. I use this unit in September so all of the activities are geared toward students starting Kindergarten. Imagery used includes a map of America, the flag, the Statue of Liberty, the Liberty Bell, the White House, stars and eagles. ~1 worksheet on America where students write the word, stamp the word, cut and past the word, draw the flag and answer basic questions. ~1 worksheet on Freedom where students write the word, stamp the word, c
Preview of Fall Writing Journal with Prompts and Pictures for Young Writers

Fall Writing Journal with Prompts and Pictures for Young Writers

Click here for the original writing journal.This journal provides writing prompts for the FALL season. This can be used as an add on to my original writing journal, but can be used as a stand-alone journal as well. There are pictures with words, a box for drawing a picture, and another word bank with a variety of words to use to write a more detailed piece.There are 7 different writing prompts, including*how to rake leaves*how to make a Jack-o-Lantern*the life cycle of a pumpkin*the first Thanks
Preview of Where I Belong booklet

Where I Belong booklet

Created by
TeachEzy
This is written with Australian teachers in mind but can be used by all cultures. Please download full preview before you purchase. This resource makes up an 18 page booklet for children to learn about where they belong and to learn about others. Australian Curriculum—Foundation Year Humanities and Social Sciences Personal and family histories ACHHK001 and ACHHK002 The Early Years Learning Framework for Australia Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity - Children develop knowle
Preview of Autumn Fall Activity Set

Autumn Fall Activity Set

Created by
ESL Kidz
Autumn Fun! Lots of worksheets and fun activities for all your young learners here! 90 pages!Ready to go, no prep needed, worksheets for class. Just print out, copy and have fun with your students.These worksheets are based around the vocabulary words: fall, turkey, pumpkin, apple, corn, owl, football, wheel barrel, hay, tree, leaves and more!There are many different activities in this set that include: - Identifying vocabulary- Flashcards (Cut and Color)- Flashcards- Writing practice (with trac
Preview of Sorting Community Helpers in Spanish and English

Sorting Community Helpers in Spanish and English

Sorting Community Helpers Cut and Paste in Spanish in color and black and white Clasificar Ayudantes de la comunidadBundle and save! This sort is part of a Bilingual Sort Bundle :)If you have any questions, please ask! Page 1-2 Sorting mat in color (Spanish only, English only)Page 3-4 16 images to sort into 4 categories in colorPage 5-6 Sorting mat in black and white with room for name (Spanish only, English only)Page 7-8 16 images to sort into 4 categories in black and whiteFollow me on...⭐ In
Preview of Literature Unit: "The Enormous Turnip" with Workbook

Literature Unit: "The Enormous Turnip" with Workbook

Created by
MissB in MA
This is a literature unit for the book: "The Enormous Turnip". The unit consists of a presentation and student workbook. The Unit includes: - Graphic organizers for vocabulary sorting (e.g. "Who?", "What?", etc.) - Story sequencing activity - Match picture to word activity - Fill-in-the-blank sentences - Story board with story elements (e.g. characters, setting, plot) I did this unit as part of a literature-based Social Studies unit on folktales (first grade). There is an ASL supported
Preview of Geography Independent Work Binder BUNDLE

Geography Independent Work Binder BUNDLE

In this bundle you will get 300+ interactive independent work pages all working on geography and more specifically these topics:-Landforms-Landmarks-U.S. States-U.S. Regions and Continents-Map Symbols-Country FlagsYou will be able to have students complete sorting, matching, labeling, and categorizing the items. These tasks can be kept in binders, file folders, or loose for use inside work task boxes or used within a system in a classroom. These materials are meant for use at an instructional p
Preview of FAIRY TALES -TRUE STORIES, bundle x8 stories (61 pages!), Frozen, Pocahontas etc

FAIRY TALES -TRUE STORIES, bundle x8 stories (61 pages!), Frozen, Pocahontas etc

Created by
Shary Bobbins
FAIRY TALE, THE TRUE STORIES, bundle x 8 stories + answersIncludes:Reading comprehensionWord SearchCrosswordWord ScramblesTotal = 61 pages!The bundle Includes:Beauty and the BeastPocahontasThe Little MermaidSnow White and the seven dwarfsRapunzelFrozenCinderellaPinocchioPlease write a REVIEW, thanks so much :)
Preview of Colors of the Rainbow! Colors unit for Pre-K, Kindergarten, & 1st Grade

Colors of the Rainbow! Colors unit for Pre-K, Kindergarten, & 1st Grade

In our classroom, we study colors by doing an in-depth study of rainbows. The kids love it, because rainbows are exciting and interesting! It's always exciting to see a rainbow, no matter how old you are. In this unit packet, I have included activities for reading, writing, social studies, science, and art. The colors highlighted in this unit plan include red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, pink, brown, black, white, and gray. The reading/writing portion includes: -Student Colors Workb
Preview of Fall Weather Matching Book (Adapted Book)

Fall Weather Matching Book (Adapted Book)

Created by
Irish Rose Place
This adapted book has 12 matching pages with Fall Weather and Clothing Vocabulary including fall, cloudy, windy, sweater and jacket. Each Fall Weather and Clothing Word has its own page with a simple sentence. There is a clearly defined box for the students to place the matching picture. Sample Text: We wear a jacket to stay warm in fall. We wear pants to stay warm in fall. This adapted book is perfect for children in your special education classroom with autism, learning disabilities or o
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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.

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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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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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.