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Preview of Long Ago and Today | Then and Now Social Studies | Google Slides

Long Ago and Today | Then and Now Social Studies | Google Slides

Life Long Ago vs. Life Today This is a Google Slides file that covers "then and now" social studies lessons. These lessons teach about life long ago as it compares to life today. I have included 3 Google Slides Lessons that require no extra materials for students to complete, though some writing activities have a black & white print option as well. The 3 lessons could easily be stretched across more days as needed. Students will make comparisons between life long ago vs. today. The Google Sl
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 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 Black History Bundle K-3

Black History Bundle K-3

This bundle includes ALL of my primary Black History Units! Great for multi-age classrooms as these resources will give options for kindergarten- 3rd grade. All resources have been (or are in the process of being) updated to be accessible for virtual learning. Please see each product description below.
Preview of The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein - Economics and Retelling Activities

The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein - Economics and Retelling Activities

Who doesn't love Shel Silverstein's beloved book The Giving Tree? The Giving Tree activities include literacy and economic social studies activities. It helps first grade kids practice retelling, sequencing and identifying the moral or life lesson of the story. The Giving Tree is also a great social studies content book for learning economic concepts like scarcity, choice, opportunity cost and resources. I love using this book around Christmastime to launch a class giving project!INCLUDED IN THE
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 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
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 Fire Safety | Google Slides

Fire Safety | Google Slides

Fire Safety Digital Activities Resource engages students in learning about fire safety both in person or virtually via Google Classroom or via screen share in Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, or your preferred virtual platform. This no prep resource can be used for students independently, small group, or whole group.Included in this pack:Fire safety learning target slideLearn about Fire Safety (5 min video)Learn about Fire Fighters (10 min video)Fire Drill at School (5 min video)Virtual Field
Preview of Christmas and Holidays Around the World Passport and Directed Drawings

Christmas and Holidays Around the World Passport and Directed Drawings

This Holidays Around the World resource includes a digital and a printable version. It was created for Seesaw, PowerPoint, and as a PDF document. This resource can be used with a Smartboard, computer, iPad or tablet. It includes the cover for the passport, flag, directed drawing (8 steps) and lines for them to write a fun fact about each country.Countries included:United States - reindeerMexico - poinsettia Italy - la BefanaGermany - gingerbread cookieAustralia - koalaIsrael - dreidelThe Netherl
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 | Mountains Valleys Deserts Coasts Activities, Slides & Worksheets

Landforms | Mountains Valleys Deserts Coasts Activities, Slides & Worksheets

Landforms Activities including Flip Books, Google Slides lessons, and worksheets to learn Mountains, Valleys, Deserts, and Coasts - This is an interactive Google Slides Lesson (55 slides) with 21 accompanying B&W printable worksheet activities. Google Slides include the following:14 slides to teach Mountains8 slides to teach Valleys13 slides to teach Deserts15 slides to teach CoastsGraphic Organizer to Show All LandformsThis product includes a Google Slides file that can be used for teaching
Preview of Georgia Social Studies | Me on the Map | City, County, State, Country, Continent

Georgia Social Studies | Me on the Map | City, County, State, Country, Continent

My Place on the Map - lessons for identifying and locating city, county, state, country, and continent - This geography unit is an interactive Google Slides Presentation (76 slides) with 18 accompanying B&W printable worksheet activities.This product is ideal for the early grades. This product includes an interactive Google Slides file that requires no extra materials for students to complete, though I have included black & white printable worksheets to go along with the slides. I plan t
Preview of Goods and Services Lessons | Sort & Activity Included | Slides & Worksheets

Goods and Services Lessons | Sort & Activity Included | Slides & Worksheets

Goods and Services Economics lessons - Social Studies lessons for K, 1st, 2nd.This is an interactive Google Slides file (77 slides) with 11 accompanying B&W printable worksheet activities. An 8 day detailed lesson plan is included, though this unit could be taught in less/more days as time permits.This product includes a Google Slides file that can be used for teaching on the smartboard (it is very interactive - lots of student involvement!) or can be assigned in Google Classroom for student
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 Tipos de comunidades (urbano, suburbano, rural)

Tipos de comunidades (urbano, suburbano, rural)

Enséñeles a sus estudiantes sobre los diferentes tipos de comunidades con este producto. Este producto incluye: * 3 tarjetas de vocabulario (palabra y definición) * 3 tarjetas de vocabulario (palabra y dibujo) * 1 actividad de cortar y pegar las comunidades * 1 “foldable” (plegable) para las palabras de vocabulario * 1 actividad de dibujar entre círculos los diferentes tipos de comunidades * 1 actividad de escritura (escribir y dibujar sobre su comunidad) * 1 actividad de escritura (escribir y
Preview of Interactive Calendar Books -Autism-Circle Time Morning Meeting

Interactive Calendar Books -Autism-Circle Time Morning Meeting

Created by
Autism Realism
I use interactive calendar books for my students to complete independently at their desks as we are doing calendar each morning. It comes with interactive pieces for students to match - I have my higher level students use a dry erase marker and write each answer in the given space. Simply laminate and cut the pages, bind and add velcro!Enjoy!
Preview of Time Line chronological order Social Studies cut and paste ESL

Time Line chronological order Social Studies cut and paste ESL

Here is a time line for chronological order with words and pictures. I tried it out on my kindergarten class and they were able to successfully complete it with a little bit of help. I have them write the words first, while we talk about it. They can then cut and paste the words on top of what they wrote and match the picture to it. If you like this or my other centers, but let me know. If there is a problem I would like to know that as well. I will be happy to make it right, before you pos
Preview of Independent Work Pack | 20 Days of Curriculum for On the Go Learning | Volume 1

Independent Work Pack | 20 Days of Curriculum for On the Go Learning | Volume 1

There are many reasons students are out of the classroom - an extended family trip, an Independent Study Contract, an illness, or a school closure.On the Go Learning Volume TWO is available! Check it out HERE!On-the-Go Learning was designed to make sure students are still growing and learning even when they are not in your classroom. On the Go Learning is filled with 4 weeks fo complete lessons to send to your students (via email or by printing out the work!)20 complete days of learning are incl
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
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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.

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.