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Preview of Editable State Testing Parent Letter Secret Mission to Motivate Students

Editable State Testing Parent Letter Secret Mission to Motivate Students

Encourage your students during your state's standardized tests with the help of their family, friends, and neighbors! Prior to standardized tests, send this letter home with students in a sealed envelope addressed to their parents or caregivers. It asks the parents and caregivers to write a letter or note of encouragement to their child, place the letters in a envelope, and send back to school to the teacher. On test day, the teacher will place the envelopes on the students' desk to open on t
Preview of Testing Encouraging Notes for Students From Parents

Testing Encouraging Notes for Students From Parents

All kids love positive messages, especially during high stakes testing time! Having their parents or a family member write an encouraging note for them to open before testing provides a lot of motivation and positive thoughts to get them in the right frame of mind! My students read the notes from their parents over and over during testing, and it always makes the smile.I explain about the notes to parents during parent teacher conferences. I have parents pick one paper they like and take it h
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 Motivational State Testing Letters for Students and Parents | Editable in Canva

Motivational State Testing Letters for Students and Parents | Editable in Canva

Introducing the Motivational State Test Notes for Students, a simple and effective way to bring a wave of encouragement and support into your classroom during test times—and beyond. This tool is designed to make it incredibly easy for busy teachers like you to get parents involved in a meaningful way, without adding to your already packed schedule.In just a few steps, you can send home a ready-made letter to parents, inviting them to write personal notes of encouragement to their children. Your
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 Editable Flash Cards

Editable Flash Cards

Editable Flash Card Templates: This product offers a hassle-free way to create flashcards for your students. Whether you prefer single-sided or double-sided flashcards, or need various dimensions to suit your classroom needs, this resource has you covered.Tailor your flashcards to your specific curriculum or teaching style with ease. Simply open the template in PowerPoint and add your content, whether it's vocabulary words, math problems, historical facts, or any other subject matter.Three Diffe
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 Black and White Map of the United States of America | Coloring Page

Black and White Map of the United States of America | Coloring Page

Black and White Map of the United States of America | Coloring PageThis black and white map of the United States of America features each of the 50 states accurately labeled. This map is great to print out, laminate, and hang up in a minimalist or neutral classroom. This product also can serve as a coloring page for students that are learning about the United States of America. Please feel free to make copies of this resource for your students, or for your own kiddos. *The first page is the act
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
Preview of Personal Timeline Project Handout and Rubric *NOW WITH EDITABLE OPTION!

Personal Timeline Project Handout and Rubric *NOW WITH EDITABLE OPTION!

This product is a home-based project designed to wrap up a unit on timelines. It includes a parent letter and kid-friendly rubric that can be copied back to back to provide guidelines for the project. The letter includes directions and a photo example of a completed project. The 24-point rubric covers three main areas: completion, content, and presentation. My 2nd graders completed this at the end of the first quarter and did an AMAZING job!! It's a great activity to kick-off the new school year
Preview of Editable Passports with Stamps

Editable Passports with Stamps

Created by
the think tank
Passports are a great tool to use in class or for school activities. Choose from two ready to print passports or six editable passports. Included are 20 stamps (in black and white and color) for students to cut and paste on passports. SUGGESTIONS FOR USEclass centersclassroom managementsocial studiesafter school activitiesInternational Night STAMPS INCLUDEDAfrica (continent) AustraliaBrazilCanadaChinaEgyptFranceEnglandGermanyIrelandIsraelItalyJapanMexicoNetherlandsThailandUSASwedenRussiaNew Zeal
Preview of Fiction and Non Fiction Reading Comprehension Strategies Anchor Charts & Posters

Fiction and Non Fiction Reading Comprehension Strategies Anchor Charts & Posters

This reading comprehension strategies bundle includes anchor charts, posters, graphic organizers, readers' notebook pages, and other tools for reading skills practice during small groups or whole group intruction.The reference cards and study guides include graphic organizers and prompts/sentence stems for multiple reading comprehension strategies. Students can use these tools during independent reading and reading response tasks.You may choose to use the quick reference cards during small group
Preview of Math NWEA Map Testing Review Guide

Math NWEA Map Testing Review Guide

Created by
Angie Siefker
This is a collection of the DeCartes pulled from the NWEA reports sight for RIT ranges 121-230. This has most of the items found on the reports. I print these off on the large paper and highlight what range the student is in for each category. (Algebraic Thinking, Number and Operations, Measurement and Data, Geometry) This is great for when parents ask what they can be doing to help raise their child's score. This can also be used by the teacher when reviewing or for enrichment ideas. I
Preview of Test Anxiety Parent Handout

Test Anxiety Parent Handout

Created by
The Counselor
This detailed and resource filled document is great for teachers, school counselors, and principals to have handy and share with parents and families of students who show signs of Test Anxiety. Filled with background information, book resources, helpful coping strategies to practice with kids and much more, this tool is a great resource for sharing out to families especially around state testing time.
Preview of Back to School Welcome Letter Template | Editable |

Back to School Welcome Letter Template | Editable |

This welcome letter is a great handout for back to school! Pass this letter out to families at back-to-school night or send it home on the first day of school. Link to Google Slides is included or customize on PowerPoint. Comes with 38 different washi tape options for a fun accent!What is included:One blank colored templateOne blank black and white templateOne page with 24 colored washi tape options so you can customize your templateOne page with 14 black and white washi tape options so you can
Preview of Landforms Partner Plays: 5 Scripts with a Comprehension Check Worksheet

Landforms Partner Plays: 5 Scripts with a Comprehension Check Worksheet

Created by
Deb Hanson
These five landform partner plays are intended to be used as fluency-building activities that second and third grade students can do with a partner. This set of scripts focuses on landforms: hills, mountains, canyons, plateaus, volcanoes, rivers, lakes, valleys, and islands. 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
Preview of Living Wax Museum Parent Letter

Living Wax Museum Parent Letter

This living wax museum project is by far one of my favorite things about teaching 3rd grade. Truth be told this wax museum project can be used from 2nd grade all the way until 6th grade. Students take on the role of someone else, they dress up like an important historical figure and then they put on a show for their families and entire school It is a memory that is worth creating for your students! This is just one piece of the project (the letter to send to parents), but you can grab the bundle
Preview of NWEA Reading & Math MAP Certificate & Grade Level Equivalence Table for Parents

NWEA Reading & Math MAP Certificate & Grade Level Equivalence Table for Parents

Created by
Jordyn Simpson
Did you just take your MAP test and want to have an explanation for parents on their child? Download these Reading and Math certificates to show their score and gain. Then attach the explanation of their fall score, winter goal, winter score and spring goal. You may use the grade level equivalence chart to show parents where their student is based on their MAP test. These numbers are based off the 2020 NWEA MAP Growth normative data. It also has an area for you to circle whether the student is b
Preview of iReady Contest ~ AWARD ~  Motivates Students Math and Reading! Editable!

iReady Contest ~ AWARD ~ Motivates Students Math and Reading! Editable!

Don’t you just hate it when you finally get the hang of a reading or math program and your district (or admin) decide it’s time to start using something new. When that happened at my school, we were told to “trust the process”… The only problem is that while the process is going on, we’re in the trenches having to figure out how to make it work.It took me a while to get the hang of iReady, but I can FINALLY say that I have figured out a system that’s been working for me and my kiddos! I send th
Preview of F.A.S.T. Data Tracking and Goal Setting Sheets for Student Success | Florida 23'

F.A.S.T. Data Tracking and Goal Setting Sheets for Student Success | Florida 23'

Introducing F.A.S.T. Data Tracking and Goal Setting Sheets for Student Success | Florida , Make this your data tracker resource for the new Florida State Testing model. Designed to align with key educational standards, this comprehensive package is ideal for teachers, administrators, and parent communication. Key Features:Data Tracker and Graphing: Students will track their own progress in Math, and ELA for all three F.A.S.T. assessments for PM 1, PM 2, and PM 3. Goal Setting: Integrated goal-s
Preview of Therapist essential bundle, counselling worksheets, therapy tools

Therapist essential bundle, counselling worksheets, therapy tools

Created by
Counsellorcronan
This ultimate therapy bundle includes 6 workbooks.- Parent separation- Think it or say it social skills- Self esteem , self identity- Worry monsters- Whats in my control- CBT, the magic triangle
Preview of Editable | FRIENDSGIVING | Thanksgiving Party | Parent Note

Editable | FRIENDSGIVING | Thanksgiving Party | Parent Note

Use this template to send a note to your parents about your FRIENDS-giving celebration! The date and number of students can be personalized to meet your needs.*Leave a review so I can make this resource the best it can be*
Preview of Mexican Mirror easy Craft Espejo Mexicano manualidad Culture Hispanic 5 mayo

Mexican Mirror easy Craft Espejo Mexicano manualidad Culture Hispanic 5 mayo

Looking for an easy Mexican Culture craft?This resource includes 6 black and white templates to create a Mexican Mirror.The result is colorful and eye-catching!You will need aluminium foil or silver paper for the center (circle template to mark and cut it included).There are no written instructions on page, so you can use it in any language.❤ Check more 5 de mayo resources here ❤Follow me and don't miss any Flash Freebie 48h! ☆☆☆☆☆Vistos
Preview of STAAR Test letter to Students *EDITABLE*

STAAR Test letter to Students *EDITABLE*

Created by
A to Z Resources
This is MY FAVORITE letter ever!! It is so perfect to give to students a day before the STAAR test, any standardized test, or any test at all that your kids are worried about!! This can be used to give to your students, or parents can give to their children! Absolutely love it! Enjoy :)
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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.

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.

How do I find social studies lessons on TPT?

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.