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8th grade social studies printables for Easel Assessments
13 Colonies Map and Activities | Printable & Digital
Focus on climate, geography, and the economies of the early American colonies using this informational text, comprehension worksheet, map activity, and assessment! Students will gain a better understanding of how climate and geography played a role in shaping each colonial economy. A printable PDF version and digital version is included! **This resource is part of the no-prep 13 Colonies Unit Bundle. It includes FIVE printable and digital resources at a 30% discount price! A FREE 13 Colonies wo
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: 13 Colonies Unit | Colonial America | Colonization | Map & Activities
Civics Task Cards: Types & Systems of Government Review
If you're reviewing Types of Government and Systems of Government in your middle school Civics or American Government classroom, thiss Civics Task Cards: Types & Systems of Government Review set will make your life so much easier! This set of 32 Task Cards quiz students on vocabulary and key concepts related to Forms & Systems of Government, and include definitions, multiple choice questions, analogies, scenarios to interpret, and pictures to analyze! Perfect for middle and high school s
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6th - 11th
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Also included in: Happy Teacher Resources FULL STORE CIVICS BUNDLE (Growing Bundle)
Historical Dating Timelines Chronology BCE/BC CE/AD Activities History Skills
Teach historical dating, BCE/BC and CE/AD, timelines, chronology, dating methods, and more with this resource bundle! This bundle includes more than 20 pages of worksheets, handouts, graphic organizers, and readings that will let your students think like historians and explore questions of time, chronology, and methods of dating events and artifacts. Students will learn about the differences between absolute and relative dating, the difference between pre-history and history, and how history can
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5th - 12th
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Día de los Reyes Magos Reading Passage
Introduce your students to a Christmastime tradition with this Día de los Reyes Magos Reading Passage! This concise resource is tailored for 6th-10th grade students, providing insights into the history of the Epiphany as it is celebrated in Latin America and Spain.Dive into the rich traditions of this holiday through a one-page informational text, available in vibrant full color or practical black-and-white. Engage your students with a detailed exploration of Día de los Reyes Magos, correcting m
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6th - 10th
Also included in: Hispanic Holidays 1-Page Reading Passages (BUNDLE)
Civics Task Cards: Citizenship & Civic Duties Review
This set of 32 Civics & Citizenship Task Cards make reviewing the concepts of Citizenship, Civic Duties, and Civic Responsibilities fun and engaging for your middle school Civics or American Government students! The Task Cards quiz students on vocabulary and key concepts, and include definitions, multiple choice questions, scenarios to interpret, and pictures to analyze! This resource also includes a digital version in the form of a TPT Easel Assessment! Assign directly to your Google Classr
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6th - 11th
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Civics Task Cards: Colonial Rebellion & Declaration of Independence
This set of 32 Road to the American Revolution and the Declaration of Independence Task Cards make reviewing the Colonial Rebellion fun and engaging for your middle school Civics or American Government students! The Task Cards quiz students on vocabulary and key concepts, with multiple-choice questions, fill-in-the-blanks, primary source quotes, and pictures to analyze! This resource also includes a digital version in the form of a TPT Easel Assessment! Assign directly to your Google Classroom,
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6th - 11th
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Also included in: Happy Teacher Resources FULL STORE CIVICS BUNDLE (Growing Bundle)
Civics Task Cards: Foundations of American Government & Influential Documents
This Civics Task Cards: Foundations of American Government & Influential Documents set of 32 Task Cards covers the Influential Documents that inspired the American Government: the Magna Carta, the English Bill of Rights, the Mayflower Compact, Common Sense, and John Locke's Social Contract. There are pictures and primary source quotes to analyze, multiple-choice questions, vocabulary review, and scenarios to help middle and high school Civics, American Government, and American History studen
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6th - 11th
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Also included in: Happy Teacher Resources FULL STORE CIVICS BUNDLE (Growing Bundle)
Thanksgiving Quiz: Test Your Knowledge with Digital Easel Activity - Assessment
Thanksgiving Quiz - Test Your Knowledge. A fun trivia 20-question quiz about the first Thanksgiving facts. How many can you answer? Some will surprise you! A fun engaging activity! Use as a party game, as a student anticipation guide for a Thanksgiving unit, as a research - webquest sheet, or as an assessment after a Thanksgiving unit of study. Key included. The questions are challenging, but they are supposed to be tricky. The fun is in the surprising answers. No prep. Print or go digital. Prin
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Thanksgiving Activities Bundle Grades 3 - 6
The Thirteen Colonies Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This one page United States History reading passage discusses the original 13 American colonies. The passage:explains that a colony is governed by another country, in this case Englandexplores reasons why colonists immigrated to Americadiscusses the consequences of colonization on the Native Americans already living in the areaexamines why the colonies eventually sought independence from the BritishThe passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self
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5th - 8th
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Grief -Helping Kids Deal with Grief-lesson/activities. CDC Health Standard 4
This lesson helps students to understand what grief is, how to deal with grief, and when to get professional help. The lesson primarily deals with death of a loved one and does not deal with other family issues. Four Activities- assessment and answer key, 2 writing and one art activity. . Clip Art, Printables, No prep needed. Easel assessment is also available with this lesson.CDC HEALTH STANDARD FOUR: Students will demonstrate the ability to use interpersonal communication skills to enhance hea
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3rd - 8th
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Civics Task Cards: Bias, Symbolism, and Propaganda
This set of Civics Task Cards: Media Bias, Symbolism, and Propaganda includes 32 task cards that quiz students on the vocabulary and key concepts surrounding media bias, symbolism, and propaganda techniques in United States elections. Students will review vocabulary, analyze pictures, political cartoons, and propaganda posters, and engage with both hypothetical and historical scenarios as they review these key concepts! Perfect for middle school Civics, American History, and American government
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6th - 11th
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Memorial Day Quick Quiz & Ques & Ans:No Prep with Sol- Print & Digital Easel
No Prep Required End of Year Special. Just Print & Play Or Assign as Easel. Answer Key is given at the end. Welcome to the Memorial Day Activity Book, a comprehensive and engaging resource designed to educate students about the significance of Memorial Day while providing interactive and thought-provoking activities. This book is ideal for classroom use, homeschooling, or individual study, offering a blend of historical insights and fun exercises to deepen students' understanding of this imp
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3rd - 12th
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U.S. Elections, Electoral College, Interest Groups Task Cards for Civics
This set of U.S. Elections, Electoral College, and Interest Groups Task Cards are a perfect review activity for middle school Civics, American Government, or even American History students studying United States elections. This set of 32 task cards quizzes students on vocabulary and key concepts related to United States Elections, the Electoral College and Bush v. Gore, qualifications for running for office (the Presidency, Senate, and House of Representatives), term limits and lengths, and Inte
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: U.S. Elections, Electoral College, and Interest Groups Review Bundle
Topographic Maps Demystified: Mastering Navigation Skills Reading Comprehension
Topographic Maps Demystified: Mastering Navigation Skills Reading Comprehension PassageUnlock the secrets of topographic maps with our comprehensive resource, "Topographic Maps Demystified: Mastering Navigation Skills." This engaging package equips students with the knowledge and confidence needed to interpret and navigate through diverse terrains.Key Features:Informative Reading Passage: Dive into a rich reading passage that meticulously breaks down the fundamentals of reading topographic maps.
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3rd - 9th
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Civics Task Cards: United States Foreign Policy & International Conflicts
This set of U.S. Foreign and Domestic Policy, International Conflicts, and International Organizations task cards are a perfect review activity for middle school Civics, American Government, or American History students! This set of 32 Task Cards quizzes students on vocabulary and key concepts related to U.S. Foreign and Domestic Policy, America's foreign policy in international conflicts (including World War I, World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the Cold War), and tests their kn
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6th - 11th
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Also included in: Happy Teacher Resources FULL STORE CIVICS BUNDLE (Growing Bundle)
Mexican History Cards - Digital & Printable - Latin American Curriculum
50+ educational cards introducing the reader to the first indigenous civilizations of Mexico, influential leaders and political figures of the Mexican Revolution, and significant events that have forever changed the course of Mexican History.Filled with colorful images and historical fun facts our youth are provided with the perfect opportunity to embrace their heritage, engage in meaningful dialogue about our past, and learn about the sacrifices prior generations have made.This is a Digital Ite
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7th - 10th
Also included in: 150+ Hispanic Heritage Month Bundle Cards - Latin American History
Stamped for Kids by Jason Reynolds & Ibram X. Kendi - M/C Book Quiz + Vocab Quiz
This PDF includes a Multiple Choice Book Quiz and a BONUS Vocabulary Quiz (20 questions each with answer keys) for Stamped for Kids by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi (Adapted by Sonja Cherry-Paul). This is the perfect resource to wrap up your book study and test the comprehension of your students.Multiple Choice Quiz - 20 questions with answer keyBONUS Vocabulary Quiz - 20 questions with answer keyThis product is also included in our Ultimate Stamped for Kids Novel Study Bundle which you can
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3rd - 8th
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Olympic Project. Countries. Sports. Research. Quiz. Assessment. ESL. EFL. ELA.
Here is a new version for the Tokyo Olympics of my popular Olympic Project.Students in small groups/pairs research an Olympic country and present to the class. They follow their country and report back on medal standings. 16 country sheets all prepared. Use the CIA World Factbook or Stratfor Geography videos as additional resources for research by students. *** Also includes an assessment for student to identify Olympic sports with an online quiz you can assign and get student results. *** Incl
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4th - 12th, Adult Education
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Changing Racial Makeup of the US: Analyze Census Data with a Map Skills Lesson
I use this ready-to-go lesson and activity as a larger part of a middle or high school social studies lesson on diversity and American identity. Using data compiled from 2010 and 2020 United States Census Bureau and The New York Times, you and your students can look more closely at the shifting racial and ethnic makeup of the United States over the past forty years. This resource includes the following features:Includes Both Print & Digital Version (PDF & Google Workspace)Teacher's Notes
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8th - 11th
Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You - NO PREP Book Quiz + BONUS Vocabulary Quiz
This PDF includes a Multiple Choice Book Quiz and a BONUS Vocabulary Quiz (20 questions each with answer keys) for Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi. This is the perfect resource to wrap up your book study and test the comprehension of your students.How to get free TPT credit to use on future purchases:• Go to your "My Purchases" page (Make sure your logged in!). Under each purchase you'll see "leave a review". Click it and you will be taken to a page wher
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7th - 12th
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Thanksgiving-It's Not Just About Turkey Anymore-Diversity in Holiday Celebration
This lesson plan explains the importance of understanding that we all are different and unique, and that we may celebrate Thanksgiving with different foods and traditions. History of Thanksgiving is covered, what the first Thanksgiving meal consisted of, what the "traditional Thanksgiving meal" is perceived as, and the many, many different ethnic and regional Thanksgiving dishes that are served. Assessment, 4 activities, clip art, printables, no prep needed. Easel assessment is available with th
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4th - 8th
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Chicano Movement Cards - Digital & Printable - Civil Rights Movement
50+ educational cards introducing the reader to iconic civil rights leaders, activists, and events who played a major role in the movement and forever changed the course of Chicano/a History.Filled with colorful images and historical fun facts our youth are provided with the perfect opportunity to embrace their heritage, engage in meaningful dialogue about our past, and learn about the sacrifices prior generations have made.This is a Digital Item*** NO PHYSICAL PRODUCT ***▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬INCLUDE
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7th - 10th
Also included in: 150+ Hispanic Heritage Month Bundle Cards - Latin American History
Thinking Like a Historian Unit
Thinking like a historian unit is a Texas TEKS-aligned unit that has all you could need to begin the unit. Including links to boom cards, printed and digital notes, PowerPoint lessons, and easel assessments. History for the 8th grade must begin with this essential unit that will help introduce students to key concepts and understand primary and secondary sources as well as bias. US History in the 8th grade can be a challenge, especially for learners with different needs. This unit is created wit
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8th - 11th
Latinas Breaking Barriers Cards - Digital & Printable - Women's History
50+ educational cards introducing the reader to strong Latina women who have defied the odds and overcome barriers of gender, race, class, and culture to become recognized leaders and role models all around the world in their respective fields.Filled with colorful images and historical fun facts our youth are provided with the perfect opportunity to embrace their heritage, engage in meaningful dialogue about our past, and learn about the sacrifices prior generations have made.This is a Digital I
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6th - 9th
Also included in: 150+ Hispanic Heritage Month Bundle Cards - Latin American History
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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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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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