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2nd grade Thanksgiving social studies simulations for parents

Preview of Thanksgiving Craft and Bulletin Board Thankful Tree | Gratitude Activities

Thanksgiving Craft and Bulletin Board Thankful Tree | Gratitude Activities

Practice showing gratitude with this fun Thanksgiving tree craft. Students cut and paste their tree together and then write all the things they are grateful for on the leaves. You can easily differentiate this craft by letting students either draw pictures or write words to represent their thoughts. Keep this craft on hand to use as a last minute activity as Thanksgiving approaches. CLICK HERE to SAVE on this Thanksgiving activity + more!Each thankful tree craft is just two pages; simply print a
Preview of Thanksgiving Activities Thanksgiving Placemat Craft Gratitude Thankful Craft

Thanksgiving Activities Thanksgiving Placemat Craft Gratitude Thankful Craft

Invite students to make their own Thanksgiving place mats this November. The place mats showcase what students are thankful for through words and pictures. There are a variety of prompts to choose from. Print the placemats and color then laminate them before sending home. Students will love taking these treasured keepsakes home to their families!CLICK HERE to SAVE on this Thanksgiving activity + more!The Thanksgiving Place Mats are a set of seven different "thankful" Thanksgiving place mats for
Preview of Virtual Field Trip to the Grand Canyon for Geology Science

Virtual Field Trip to the Grand Canyon for Geology Science

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Teach or Travel
Virtual Field Trip to the Grand Canyon!Not able to take any trips this fall? Go there virtually! Engaging, no matter the format of instruction, your students will be hooked! Use them as a preview to any science unit OR have the class work towards the reward of 'Field Trip Friday'! NO PREP WORK FOR YOU! Trip is designed for grade K - 5, I included multiple options for certain slides, easy to differentiate, just delete any slides that don't fit your grade level!W H A T ' S I N C L U D E D ?⭐️ Teac
Preview of Virtual Field Trip Yellowstone National Park in the Spring

Virtual Field Trip Yellowstone National Park in the Spring

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Teach or Travel
Virtual Field Trip to Yellowstone! Visit America's first national park!NO PREP! Just 'share your screen' and present the slides & videos. ☺Trip is designed for grade K - 5, easy to differentiate based on how many videos you play.GREAT FOR: socially distanced learning, science and social studies supplemental lesson, NO PREP sub plans or as a Fun Friday/Field Trip Friday classroom reward to work towards!!W H A T ' S I N C L U D E D ?⭐️ Teacher directions⭐️ PowerPoint & Google Slides includ
Preview of The Jesse Tree Christmas Advent Project

The Jesse Tree Christmas Advent Project

The Jesse Tree is a chronological Bible story Christmas advent of the scriptural events that occurred before Jesus's birth. There are many ways to participate in this countdown, and I've taken some creative liberty to design a simple version for younger kids. Traditionally this project is done as a Christmas advent, starting on December 1st--but these printable felties are versatile enough to use as a colorful addition to a history timeline, as a family night game of Bible-themed memory or go fi
Preview of Wants and Needs Sort - 1st grade Social Studies Needs vs Wants Activities

Wants and Needs Sort - 1st grade Social Studies Needs vs Wants Activities

These interactive needs vs wants activities are perfect to teach your students about wants and needs, and to help them understand the consequences of choosing wants vs needs in real-life situations.PACKED with everything you need! Includes a lesson plan, simulation activity with teacher script, vocabulary aid, sorting activities, critical thinking worksheet, and writing activity.Description:This fun interactive activity sends students on an adventure simulation as they pack their backpacks with
Preview of Thanksgiving Craft Turkey Handprint Poem Thanksgiving Activities Bulletin Board

Thanksgiving Craft Turkey Handprint Poem Thanksgiving Activities Bulletin Board

Create a fun keepsake for parents and celebrate Thanksgiving with this simple and adorable turkey hand print poem and craft. These hand print poems and crafts make adorable keepsake family gifts, student memory book pages, and bulletin board displays.CLICK HERE to SAVE on this Thanksgiving activity + more!Included in this download is:two turkey hand print poems in colortwo turkey hand print poems in black-and-whiteturkey craft in colorturkey craft in black-and-whiteThe finished craft makes an ad
Preview of Virtual Field Trip to Everglades National Park

Virtual Field Trip to Everglades National Park

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Teach or Travel
Virtual Field Trip to Everglades National Park in Florida! Perfect for Zoom meetings as a fun activity for in person *socially distanced* learning!NO PREP! Just 'share your screen' and present the slides. ☺Trip is designed for grade K - 5, I included multiple closing activity suggestions, just delete any slides to make it appropriate level for your grade!W H A T ' S I N C L U D E D ?⭐️ Teacher directions⭐️ PowerPoint & Google Slides included (PowerPoint file with a link to "make a copy" for
Preview of 2024 SUMMER Olympics - coloring pages

2024 SUMMER Olympics - coloring pages

Do you need a fun way to introduce the 2024 SUMMER Olympics?This packet contains:coloring pages for the OlympicsCheck out some other Olympic products:History of the Olympics - MAIN IDEA passage*Check out some other products or head to my store and FOLLOW for Monthly FLASH FREEBIES and FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM- @TeachingKiddos1 for more ideas in the classroomCLASSROOM MANAGEMENTPBIS student of the monthClass AwardsClass Rules /Memes EDITABLE"Tattle" notesCollaboration RulesHOLIDAYSHis
Preview of Election Day: Mock Election Voting Simulation (In-Class Election Kit)

Election Day: Mock Election Voting Simulation (In-Class Election Kit)

Our future decision-makers are in our classroom today. It is critical that our students understand the voting process and recognize the importance of casting their vote. This civics lesson walks your students through the voting process with a mock election. Your students will learn key vocabulary, will participate in the campaign process, and will have a chance to cast their vote. This mock election can be used with ANY topic of your choice (favorite candy, book, best season, favorite sport, etc
Preview of Pioneer Unit / Oregon Trail Game

Pioneer Unit / Oregon Trail Game

Created by
Mary Bown
Do you love the game Oregon Trail? This unit includes a whole class version of the game! This is a Problem Based Learning Unit all about the pioneers of our great nation. I created this unit for my second graders, but you could use it for older children too. This unit is very detailed. It integrates ELA skills, social studies, history, and provides the opportunity for creativity as well as FUN! The children get to "go along" in the journey. This unit has three parts. Check out the Preview Fil
Preview of Polar Express Activities - Read Aloud - Virtual Field Trip Classroom Fun

Polar Express Activities - Read Aloud - Virtual Field Trip Classroom Fun

Created by
I Heart STEAM
Let's take a Christmas Virtual Field Trip to ride the POLAR EXPRESS! This No Wheels Field Trip is just what you need for the Christmas Magic to start when remote learning or in-person learning when field trips aren't possible!You don't need to worry about having the book! An online read-aloud by Liam Nelson is included!! Small snippets of the movie are included to supplement the essential parts of the book. Students will see a real-life Polar Express train, and staff will sing along!Find out if
Preview of St Patricks Day Activity Ireland Virtual Field Trip

St Patricks Day Activity Ireland Virtual Field Trip

This Ireland virtual field trip is the perfect St. Patrick's day activity. Go on an adventure with your class to see the Cliffs of Moher, Irish Dancing, St. Patrick's Day Celerations, and more! This Ireland virtual field trip is easy to prep, is interactive, includes videos, and has companion activities. This virtual field trip would be the perfect addition to a study of Europe or a St. Patrick's Day celebration.Save $$ and get this as part of the Virtual Field Trip Growing Bundle!*Note: This re
Preview of Thanksgiving Reading Activity: Partner Play Scripts & Comprehension Worksheet

Thanksgiving Reading Activity: Partner Play Scripts & Comprehension Worksheet

Created by
Deb Hanson
These five Thanksgiving partner plays are intended to be used as fluency-building activities that 2nd and 3rd grade students can complete with a partner. The scripts focus on fall and Thanksgiving themes. Kids love reading these fun seasonal scripts. These scripts require minimal teacher support, thereby allowing teachers to work with other small groups. For teachers who implement reading centers, these plays are perfect. These scripts are also ideal for parents who are looking for fun at-home r
Preview of Virtual Field Trip Growing Bundle, Holidays, Countries, Video Lessons

Virtual Field Trip Growing Bundle, Holidays, Countries, Video Lessons

All the virtual field trips you'll need for the school year! This is a growing bundle, so you will get all future field trips I create for free! Get ready for fun holiday virtual field trips, adventures to different countries, and some fun celebrations!These virtual field trips are easy to prep, interactive, include videos, and companion activities. *Note: This resource includes links to YouTube videos (with no ads), so you will need an internet connection and access to YouTube!Each Virtual Fiel
Preview of Ancient Greek Olympics Simulation - 8 Hands On Games!

Ancient Greek Olympics Simulation - 8 Hands On Games!

Are you looking to FASCINATE your students through a learning experience that builds meaning about the Olympic games and entertainment of Ancient Greece? As History teachers, we have the opportunity to create experiences for our students to learn through creative experiential learning. Students love competition, and this learning experience has adapted to be a competition.Allow your students to DISCOVER ways the Ancient Greeks held the Olympics. I use this lesson to bring some extreme ENGAGEMENT
Preview of 3D pyramid Egyptian craft Egypt inside Pirámide manualidad Egipto pharaoh faraón

3D pyramid Egyptian craft Egypt inside Pirámide manualidad Egipto pharaoh faraón

If you are teaching about ancient Egypt, this resource is the perfect way to have your students having fun!It includes templates (both, in color and black and white) to create this triorama pyramid version.It includes several designs (some of them are more decorative, and one that shows a plane of the inside of the pyramid, as shown in the photo). This resource does not include theory or a lesson about the pyramids.There are no written instructions on the worksheets (except the words glue/pegame
Preview of Great Wall of China Virtual Field Trip Ancient History

Great Wall of China Virtual Field Trip Ancient History

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Teach or Travel
Take a trip to the Great Wall of China! (If you already have the Growing Field Trip Bundle, redownload that to access this trip!!)Virtual Field Trips are an engaging activity, no matter the format of instruction, your students will be entertained! Use them as a preview to any science unit OR have the class work towards the reward of 'Field Trip Friday'!NO PREP! Just 'share your screen' and present the slides. ☺Trip is aimed at a 3rd grade level but works well for K - 5.W H A T ' S I N C L U D E
Preview of Primary Economics Unit: Wants, Needs, Goods and Services (Financial Literacy)

Primary Economics Unit: Wants, Needs, Goods and Services (Financial Literacy)

It is never too early for students to begin learning about economics. This primary economics unit guides students through topics such as the difference between wants & needs, goods & services, producers & consumers, choice, cost & benefit, and saving & budgeting. This resource has been updated to include both print and digital options to save you time and prep! Find everything you need in one place.Please click the preview button for more details!What's Included::: Wants &amp
Preview of Thanksgiving Crafts and Bulletin Board BUNDLE Thanksgiving Thankful Activities

Thanksgiving Crafts and Bulletin Board BUNDLE Thanksgiving Thankful Activities

Celebrate Thanksgiving and the seasons of gratitude with this set of four bestselling NO-PREP Thanksgiving activities! Includes printable thankful trees, thankful place mats, turkey hand print poems, and disguise-a-turkey crafts. These crafts make meaningful bulletin board displays, memory book pages, and family gifts for the Thanksgiving holidays.Included in this bundle is:Thanksgiving Thankful TreesThanksgiving Place MatsTurkey Hand Print Poems and CraftTurkey Trouble Disguise-a-Turkey CraftsP
Preview of Class Party: Sign up sheets - Allergy Warning - EDITABLE Letter to Parent Eng/Sp

Class Party: Sign up sheets - Allergy Warning - EDITABLE Letter to Parent Eng/Sp

Created by
TG Inspired ELA
The holidays make school days hectic. Let's make party planning quick and easy!In this file: [1 pdf + 1 PowerPoint]1 Letter for Parents (EDITABLE English + Spanish)2 Sign-up Sheets1 Sign-in Poster1 Allergy Warning Poster (EDITABLE)Love it? Yay! Spread those beautiful vibes on the Feedback area below and get TpT credits!Found a typo? Have a recommendation? Email me right away at TGInspiredELA@gmail.comThanks!TG
Preview of Veterans Day Activities Veterans Day Craft and Writing Activities Veteran Card

Veterans Day Activities Veterans Day Craft and Writing Activities Veteran Card

Celebrate Veteran's Day with these adorable US military Veteran crafts and writing activities! The set comes with letter writing templates and five different crafts (Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marines, and Navy) with twelve different heads and four different skin tones each. Students will craft a Veteran and attach a letter to celebrate and thank a Veteran for their service.These crafts and writing activites are perfect for learning about Veteran's Day in the classroom or to create as gifts f
Preview of Homework for Families! 1st Grade Homework Includes English & Spanish Versions

Homework for Families! 1st Grade Homework Includes English & Spanish Versions

Homework for Families! Take Home Tasks - Activities families can do together!As teachers, we're always looking for ways to bridge the home-school gap! Take Home Tasks is the answer!The goal of Take Home Tasks is to be a quick-to-set up, yet meaningful homework experience for families. A few notes about Take Home Tasks...There are THREE parts to each Take Home Task:1. Teacher Information2. Parent Note (with extension activity)3. Student Activity Sheet* I’ve tried to keep copies to a minimum for t
Preview of Chinese New Year Craft Dragon and Lantern

Chinese New Year Craft Dragon and Lantern

Created by
TeachEzy
Do these fun crafts to celebrate Chinese New Year and help children understand about other cultures. Suitable for Years/Grades 2-6.INCLUDES:Chinese dragon craft using sticksChinese dragon craft using paper/plastic cupsChinese lanterns x 3 designsPages18 x A3 size (can by printed A4 - just choose fit to page)FORMATPDFAUSTRALIAN CURRICULUMHASS – HISTORY: Year 3 - Knowledge and UnderstandingCelebrations and commemorations in places around the world (for example, Chinese New Year in countries of the
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