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4th grade social studies dbqs for GATE

Preview of Westward Expansion Wagon Project for Oregon Trail Unit

Westward Expansion Wagon Project for Oregon Trail Unit

Westward Expansion Wagon Project for Oregon Trail Unit – This creative and hands-on project is a wonderful opportunity for students to show their understanding of pioneers moving west. Learners will create a covered wagon out of construction paper, cardboard, and a shoebox. The bonnet of the wagon will include: • A map of the Oregon or California Trail • A model of a labeled wagon • A list of chores on the trail • A list of entertainment on the trail • Pictures and captions of 4 maj
Preview of 13 Colonies - Pilgrims vs. Puritans - Reading and Comparison Chart and Key

13 Colonies - Pilgrims vs. Puritans - Reading and Comparison Chart and Key

Created by
History Matters
13 Colonies - Pilgrims vs. Puritans - Reading and Comparison Chart - This 5 page resource relates to the 13 Colonies of American history and centers on the similarities and differences between the Pilgrims and the Puritans in early 13 Colonies history. The resource includes a detailed 2 page reading on the basic history of both the Pilgrims and the Puritans and their roles in the 13 Colonies. The reading details the basic similarities and differences of the Pilgrims and Puritans and is an exce
Preview of Causes of the Civil War Primary Source Analysis

Causes of the Civil War Primary Source Analysis

Created by
Alyssa Teaches
Understanding the causes of the Civil War can be a complex task for elementary-age students. This series of worksheets hooks students with primary sources and critical thinking prompts to provide an engaging introduction to the Civil War.This is not an in-depth primary source analysis activity, but an overview of causes of the Civil War that incorporates primary sources.Students will read background information about the causes of the Civil War and analyze related primary sources by answering cr
Preview of Solve a Mystery | Crime Scene Investigation Activity Bundle | CSI Forensics

Solve a Mystery | Crime Scene Investigation Activity Bundle | CSI Forensics

Students love CSI Activities and Hands-on Investigations. These popular C.S.I. activities are a great way to teach inference, logic, analysis, and critical thinking.Looking to go DIGITAL in the CLASSROOM or Distance Learning Mode?Check out the C.S.I BUNDLE below which includes this Printable Resource as well as a Digital Format Link for each activity... C.S.I. for Kids Bundle - digital and printableGo 100% paperless with these C.S.I. ActivitiesC.S.I. Activities for Google ClassroomBy purchasing
Preview of Creating Global Thinkers with Depth and Complexity Icons

Creating Global Thinkers with Depth and Complexity Icons

Created by
Hello Fifth
Do you want your students learning globally, using higher level thinking, and learning geography... all in twenty minutes a day? I did too so I created this easy way to challenge your students from the moment they walk in the door.This product is easy to print and can be seamlessly implemented into your morning routine. It is recommended that you use the icons of depth and complexity (included) to push and extend student thinking.Included in this product:-Explanation, sample lesson plan, real
Preview of YOU TEACH THE CLASS STUDENT PRESENTATION Any Topic Independent Project NO PREP

YOU TEACH THE CLASS STUDENT PRESENTATION Any Topic Independent Project NO PREP

This easy-to-follow, NO PREP, FULLY-EDITABLE resource gives you everything you need to have your students do a TEACH THE CLASS LESSON PLAN AND PRESENTATION! Simply print out the Student Packet, post the PowerPoint with directions, and GO! This is an excellent presentation option for Genius Hour, Passion Projects, Independent Projects...or any other research project! It includes the following 5 FULLY EDITABLE pages and EDITABLE PowerPoint:Page 1: Student Information PagePage 2: Lesson Plan Planni
Preview of Gifted and Talented - Autobiographical Life Map Unit

Gifted and Talented - Autobiographical Life Map Unit

Created by
Learning Highway
Wake up the memories of your gifted and talented students and use them to create an autobiographical life map. This life map will help your students visualize their life journey (past, present, and future) and teach them the power of autobiographical thinking and metaphorical representation. Students will begin by viewing a PowerPoint (included) on this type of thinking. The PowerPoint will guide them through the steps of brainstorming, metaphorical representation and symbolism of their lives
Preview of Depth and Complexity  Critical Thinking Task Cards Bundle

Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Task Cards Bundle

Created by
Teacher Thrive
Add depth and complexity to your instruction with this Critical Thinking Task Cards Bundle! You are getting all 3 (Science, History and/or Social Studies, and Literature) of my Critical Thinking Task Cards. That's 264 unique task cards! These sets are $21.00 if purchased separately; Save $4!These tasks cards allow students to deeply analyze any fiction and nonfiction reading material through 11 topics of critical thinking: Big Ideas, Rules, Trends, Patterns, Language of the Discipline, Ethics,
Preview of PASSION PROJECT Genius Hour Independent Project NO PREP

PASSION PROJECT Genius Hour Independent Project NO PREP

This easy-to-follow, NO PREP resource gives you everything you need to have your students do Passion Projects/Genius Hour/Independent Projects and presentations! It includes 3 Interest Inventories, a 15-page student packet, 5 Pages of Teacher Lesson Plans, 6 Research Options, 2 Rubric Options, and a 22 slide PowerPoint to show students with directions for each day. This resource is entirely editable. You can print the PDFs, or adjust the Word and PowerPoint files to your liking. Simply print out
Preview of Ellis Island Digital Interactive Activity - Immigration to America Upper Grades

Ellis Island Digital Interactive Activity - Immigration to America Upper Grades

Coming to America-Ellis Island is an interactive, digital activity that is similar to an escape room and is filled with facts for students to learn about immigration at Ellis Island in a fun, engaging, and interactive way. Students must solve 6 clues to unlock the codes that will help them learn about the immigration process. Can they crack the code?How does it work?By clicking on the start button at the beginning of the activity, they will be given the scenario and some instructions. There are
Preview of Student Quizzes Learning Style Inventory Right or Left Brain Activity

Student Quizzes Learning Style Inventory Right or Left Brain Activity

Right or Left Brain Dominant Quiz, Learning Style Inventory, and Introvert vs. Extrovert QuizThese three quizzes will help students learn more about themselves, their learning style and their preferences. Each of the three quizzes comes with summary pages that describe characteristics of their results. Left or Right Brained Dominant Color by Number Brain Students will answer 27 questions in which they will decide which answer describes them best. After answering the questions, the students will
Preview of Checks and Balances DBQ or primary source activity

Checks and Balances DBQ or primary source activity

Checks and Balances Writing Assignment/ DBQDigital and Print versions includedChecks and Balances is an important part of every American government unit. This resource can be used two ways: have students just answer the questions or apply their knowledge to a writing piece. These activities could be used in class, with a partner, or even on assessments. They also would work well to provide extra support to students who are working improving their primary source understanding. It aligns with t
Preview of Road to the American Revolution DBQ Document-Based Questions

Road to the American Revolution DBQ Document-Based Questions

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ideas by jivey
American RevolutionDocument-Based Questions (DBQs) are a great way to expose students to primary sources as well as to make them think about an event in history and respond to it. This unit can be used in a few ways. You can project the full-page images on my board so that we can discuss them, and then the students answer the DBQ in their notebooks. I have also included the DBQs in printable format so that your students can answer on paper and digital Google Forms that you can send electronicall
Preview of Mock Trial Preparation and Script

Mock Trial Preparation and Script

This product includes graphic organizers to help your students gather ideas and information to present in a formal trial-like manner. You can use any literature story or informational text with this packet. Put a character or a historical figure on trial for crimes they've committed. The possibilities are endless!You will receive:Printable pages that can be used to create a packet specialized for both the Prosecution team and the Defense Team.A script to help move the trial along in a manner tha
Preview of U.S. & World History Growing Bundle - Bellringers MEGA-PACK! 550+ Bell Ringers!

U.S. & World History Growing Bundle - Bellringers MEGA-PACK! 550+ Bell Ringers!

Are you looking for an easy way to save time and build rich discussions? As history teachers, we don’t have a lot of extra time. These amazing bell ringers have been designed to help you start class with success. They are easy to use and easy to grade!  These warm ups align with your U.S. and World History Curriculum. The benefits of organizing by content unit are that it leads to rich discussions about topics you have taught, or will teach in your unit.  Give your students an opportunity to imp
Preview of Differentiated Current Events Menu with Depth and Complexity Icons

Differentiated Current Events Menu with Depth and Complexity Icons

This Differentiated Current Events Choice Menu with Depth and Complexity Icons can be used with lessons on Current events in the classroom and for use in Interactive Student Notebooks. Students can also read current events at home and complete the activities as evidence of understanding in their ISN. The Depth and Complexity Icons help promote higher level thinking. This year I made Current Events Scrapbooks(basically a different type of ISN) for my students by binding 15 pieces of 12 x 18 in.
Preview of Students Teach the Class Project - Digital & Printable Student Centered Activity

Students Teach the Class Project - Digital & Printable Student Centered Activity

The perfect back to school activity, this low prep, student led project gets kids engaged by allowing for student choice and personal interests to take center stage. Students take over and teach the class, building leadership and classroom community in the process. The bonus? You don't have to lesson plan! Let the kids do it for you with this Students Teach the Class Project.This is a great activity for before or after a school break, or an end of the year activity. Kids love it, and teachers d
Preview of California Missions Overview Informational Reading & Activities

California Missions Overview Informational Reading & Activities

Created by
Thank a Teacher
Most information on the California Missions is too detailed, difficult or overwhelming for 4th graders. Our Mission Overview Text is engaging for kids and works as a companion for individual mission projects. This flexible but comprehensive unit works for shorter time frames and includes all necessary background information, a writing assignment based on the text, and a visual arts component suitable for classroom display.Topics covered: Purpose of California missions, construction and locations
Preview of World History Bell Ringer Journal and Digital Version Bundle - 300 Bell Ringers

World History Bell Ringer Journal and Digital Version Bundle - 300 Bell Ringers

Are you looking for an easy way to save time and build rich discussions? As history teachers, we don’t have a lot of extra time. These amazing bell ringers have been designed to help you start class with success. They are easy to use and easy to grade!  These warm ups align with your World History Curriculum. The benefits of organizing by content unit are that it leads to rich discussions about topics you have taught, or will teach in your unit.  Give your students an opportunity to improve thei
Preview of 4th & 5th Grade Mayan Number System - Inquiry-Based Gifted/Talented Math Project

4th & 5th Grade Mayan Number System - Inquiry-Based Gifted/Talented Math Project

Created by
MB Creations
This 4th & 5th grade inquiry-based math project about the Mayan Numeral System is perfect for engaging gifted and talented students. The math problems involve reading, writing, and adding Mayan Numerals. Students will think creatively as they design a hidden picture and build a secret code. Fourth and fifth-grade students will enjoy learning more about the Maya as they participate in these print and digital activities.Check out the Contents of this Maya Math Project:✏️ Project Responsibiliti
Preview of Seuss Socratic Seminar Bundle

Seuss Socratic Seminar Bundle

Created by
The Paisley Owl
Are you looking for a great way to introduce the Socratic method to your class? Do you want to get your students thinking at a higher level in a fun, engaging, and meaningful way? Are you looking to bring close reading into your classroom? Do you need a way to get your kids to go back and cite the text? Seuss Seminars are the perfect way to do all of this! Seuss seminars are also a great way to intertwine history and civics into your LAL curriculum (or vice versa). This bundle includes five Dr
Preview of Document-Based Question Writing Sentence Starters (DBQ) Social Studies

Document-Based Question Writing Sentence Starters (DBQ) Social Studies

Analyze a source...now what? The writing resources included are great for social studies assignments that require document or text-based writing. Teach students how to locate important information in sources and help them put their observations into words. This must-have resource will become every students' "go to" when analyzing sources and completing DBQ social studies tasks. 5 Steps for Teaching Writing in Social Studies Resources Included:1.) Understanding the Writing Prompt (Example of ana
Preview of Social Studies Icebreaker Bundle | 7 End of Year Activities for Social Studies

Social Studies Icebreaker Bundle | 7 End of Year Activities for Social Studies

Students will engage in trivia, history analysis, scavenger hunts, and get-to-know-you activities in a variety of ways with this 7-resource bundle. Enjoy this Icebreakers Bundle to get all SEVEN of these amazing resources at a reduced price. This bundle is phenomenal for back-to-school or to end the school year!⭐ Back to School Game | Can you spot the 10 historical TRUTHS or LIES?⭐ Why Study History? First Day of School Activity for World and American History!⭐ Who Studied History? Students lear
Preview of Greek Mythology - Independent Activities for Higher Level Thinking

Greek Mythology - Independent Activities for Higher Level Thinking

Created by
Hello Literacy
This product is a co-labor-ation brought to you by Jen Jones and Michele Oates. Michele is a Gifted and Talented teacher. Are you looking for ways to keep students learning at higher levels even while you're busy at Guided Reading? Or do you have students in need on constant enrichment? Michele and I have created 12 independent activities for higher level thinking while teaching Greek Mythology because *we* are always looking for meaningful and relevant ways to keep students engaged in purpo
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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.