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Map Skills Make Your Own Map Project with Map Worksheets and Map Activity
Create your own map using this fun, creative activity to learn about reading maps. Students love designing maps with towns, cities, parks, and islands. They complete practice worksheets and create their maps. This project based learning activity is a hands-on way to interact with maps.You receive:4 map worksheets - becoming progressively more difficult2 compass rose pages for students to complete (choose the level you need)6 different "Make Your Own Map" project pages to choose from3 differentia
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2nd - 4th
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Abraham Lincoln Assassination Activity Civil War Reconstruction Era US History
In this Abraham Lincoln Assassination CSI investigation, students investigate the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln by John Wilkes Booth at the conclusion of the Civil War. Students become experts about Booth's conspiracy and learn about the role Mary Surratt, Lewis Powell, David Herold, Geroge Azterodt, Samuel Mudd, and others had in their plan to overthrow the Union government following the Civil War. ☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a huge discount) when you purchase my Reconstr
Grades:
5th - 9th
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Also included in: CSI US American History Inquiry Bundle | 10 Amazing Inquiry Activities
Latitude and Longitude Battleship Game - Map Skills Geography Activities
Help your students practice their latitude and longitude skills in a fun and engaging way using this no-prep latitude and longitude battleship game! The directions are included right on the template, so this is a no prep activity that comes ready to play. I've also provided PowerPoint directions so you can show students how to play as a class. Students will become well-practiced with using a grid and making sure they always give latitude coordinates first. I've used this every year and my studen
Grades:
4th - 8th
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Also included in: Latitude and Longitude Practice Puzzle Review Activities Bundle
Community Helpers Thematic Unit: Activities and Printables
Let's meet the helpers in our community! This unit is filled with supplemental activities to engage your students as you explore the world of community helpers! In this unit, you will find: hands on activities, arts and crafts, song and game ideas, math and language arts printables, and so much more! Contains:1. Recommended Book List2. Word Wall {12 helpers: dentist, doctor, farmer, firefighter, police officer, mail carrier, teacher, construction worker, baker, judge, scientist, trash collector
Grades:
PreK - K
Also included in: Thematic Units for PreK & Kindergarten MEGA BUNDLE
State Report Research and Banner Display Project
If you're looking for an alternative way for your students to research and report on states in the U.S., then look no further. These research banners are not only engaging and educational, they are also visually appealing and provide a great classroom/hallway display.This set includes:● 50 visually appealing state banners● 50 state banners with writing lines (and state flag)● 50 blank state banners for student creativity● Teacher lesson plan page (includes research web sites)● Student recording
Grades:
5th - 8th
5 Themes of Geography Stations Activity | Five Themes of Geography Lesson
In this Five Themes of Geography stations and student activity, students analyze the five themes of geography (location, place, human-environment interaction, movement, and region) to understand how geographers study the world!This best-selling geography resource is included in the massive All Things Geography Bundle, as well as the American or the World History PLUS Curriculum!This lesson begins with students doing an introductory reading and activity on the five themes of geography. Then, stu
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5th - 9th
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Financial Literacy Goods & Services Needs & Wants Earning Money Spending Saving
This financial literacy bundle for 1st to 3rd grade includes three social studies economics units: Goods and ServicesNeeds and WantsEarning, Spending, and Saving MoneyThese resources contain a variety of reading, writing, vocabulary, and sorting activities that teach young learners about money and how to manage it responsibly.Goods & Services includes:Goods and Services Vocabulary PostersConsumers and Producers Vocabulary PostersSupply and Demand Vocabulary PostersPicture Sort ActivityWritin
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1st - 3rd
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Country Travel Brochure Research Social Studies - Templates and Digital
For a great addition to any country research project, try implementing this fun Digital Country Travel Brochure activity. This digital brochure is an engaging way to learn informational text skills or for use in a presentation of country research. Their striking, professional-looking brochures will impress everyone!IN THIS RESOURCE:I've included front and back trifold Powerpoint templates. Country resource websites and graphic organizers. Editable so you can add your own headings.Students resear
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3rd - 5th
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Why Study History? Back to School American and World History Activity
In this Why Study History primary source activity lesson, students understand the value of studying history by examining the words of 12 influential people from US History (American History) and World History. This Why Study History resource is an outstanding way to start your year as it promotes critical thinking, requires analysis, and sets the framework for studying history and social studies throughout your school year. Students understand the importance of studying history by examining th
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6th - 10th
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French and Indian War Doodle Notes with PowerPoint (print and digital resource)
These French and Indian War doodle notes summarize the causes, major battles, and effects of the war.What's included with the printed Doodle Notes:*Teacher directions (2 pages)*French and Indian War doodle notes with blanks for students to fill in and color as you cover the information on the handout. (2 pages)*Fill-in-the-blank version for students who have difficulty with note taking. (2 pages)*Completed version of French and Indian War doodle notes for ELL students or students with learning d
Grades:
6th - 11th
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U.S. History Curriculum - American History Curriculum - Full Year - Google
My US History / American History full year curriculum is a living bundle that includes Google Drive access with the download, and any other updates I may add in the future! Intended for 11th grade, but usable for other grade levels. I detail all instructional days for the entire year, and include FULL descriptions of all content and concepts with new teachers in mind. You won’t have to lift a finger! Full curriculum for U.S. History includes ALL of the following:OVERVIEW (see INDIVIDUAL UNITS se
Grades:
8th - 11th, Adult Education
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Industrial Revolution Inventions Activity Stations Worksheet Interactive
Looking for a one 30-45 minute lesson to teach the major inventions associated with the Industrial Revolution? This industrial revolution inventions activity can be done in stations and students fill out a worksheet as they move around the room.I don't know about you, but my textbook doesn't "cut it" with the inventions. It seems the information is in multiple places and skips around. I created this lesson so that all of the inventions mentioned below are in one place! This can be used as a
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in: Custom Bundle for John P.
Map Skills Interactive Reader for Maps, Globes, Directions and more
These map skills worksheets are so much fun for young learners. Use this interactive mini-reader to help reinforce your student's understanding of maps, globes, cardinal directions, land, water and more!This map skills book can be used across several lessons and is perfect for whole group, small group or center activities.Each page has information about map skills and tasks for students to complete to help them show their understanding of the topic.Map Skills included in this interactive reader
Grades:
K - 2nd
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Also included in: Interactive Books Bundle Readers for Math, Science and Social Studies
Salem Witch Trials CSI Inquiry for 13 Colonies American US History Unit
In this Salem Witch Craft Trials and 13 Colonies CSI investigation, students investigate four major theories to explain how and why the Salem Witchcraft Trials took place. Each of the four theories is very engaging, student-centered, and is accompanied by analytical questions to get students thinking with the "detective" mindset. To conclude, students submit a briefing report to the US State Department outlining the reasons behind this horrific event in early US history! This resource includ
Grades:
5th - 9th
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Also included in: CSI US American History Inquiry Bundle | 10 Amazing Inquiry Activities
Map Skills Project Based Learning Pirate Treasure Map w/ Landforms & Communities
Need to assess your students' map skills in a fun engaging way? This project-based learning activity assesses elementary student map skills by having them bury their pirate treasure! Students become actively engaged in designing their own island and mapping the route to X Marks the Spot! A great resource for teaching and assessing basic map skills in your social studies classroom! This pirate project includes landforms and community services to make a comprehensive map assessment.This map skill
Grades:
2nd - 5th
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Simply Social Studies First Grade - Unit 2 Families & Communities
****SIMPLY SOCIAL STUDIES - FIRST GRADE ****
UNIT 2 - Families & Communities
What is Simply Social Studies all about?
Simply Social Studies is a Social Studies curriculum that covers grade appropriate concepts and objectives for First Grade. (Kindergarten is also available and can be found HERE).
What's included in this unit of Simply Social Studies?
This unit of Simply Social Studies includes detailed lesson plans with ELA and Math extensions & suggestions, book suggestions, craftivi
Geography Mapping Skills Activities, Geography Choice Board, Reading Passages
Mapping Skills and Basic Geography Choice Boards, Mapping Skills Readings Google Classroom, Print & Digital Learning provides differentiated activities to use with students to master the content. THIS IS ALSO PART OF SEVERAL BUNDLES World Geography MEGA BUNDLE AND World Geography Choice Board Activity BUNDLE AND Mapping Skills BUNDLE Choice Board Activities and Mapping Skills Readings Including the following: Mapping ActivityCartographerMap ScaleTypes of MapsTime ZonesRoad MapsLand and Wate
Grades:
7th - 12th
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50 States Fact Sheets: Templates for all 50 States w/Answer Keys
**This product now contains a digital format in addition to a printable (PDF format), perfect for distance learning or paperless classrooms. Looking for a way to get your students to organize the information that they are learning about the 50 states? This little packet is for you. You can bind all 50 sheets to create a "50 State Fact Book" or just have your students use these handy fact sheets to organize their notes. The packet includes a template for each of the 50 states. A "how-to" use thi
Grades:
3rd - 6th
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Summer Olympics 2024 BUNDLE | Print and Digital
Looking for a fun way to incorporate the Summer Olympics into your classroom? This BUNDLE contains the complete no-prep unit AND the presentation. The complete unit contains activities to keep your students engaged while learning about the Summer Games. It is full of foldable activities (great for interactive notebooks and lapbooks) and other hands-on activities. The reading passages are perfect for integrating your Social Studies and Reading/Language Arts classrooms.This contains a link on page
Grades:
2nd - 5th
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50 US States and Capitals by Region Test Quiz Regions of The United States
These States and Capitals by Region Test/ Quizzes are great for your students to use as they master their memorization. There are several versions to meet your students needs. Kindly Note: If you own my US Research Bundle, this set was added to it for free as a bonus, yay!States and Capitals by Region Test/ Quiz Include:Quiz/ Test: Several options provided & Answer KeyLarge US Map labeled version #1Regions with State labeled Version #2Region with state and no label version #3Version #4- 6: w
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3rd - 4th
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Transportation Unit: How We Travel!
Vroom, Vroom! Are you looking for a unit that makes teaching all about transportation fun and exciting? Look no further, because this thematic unit is filled with supplemental activities to engage your students as you explore the various modes of transportation. In this product, you will find: hands on activities, crafts, song and poem, games, math and literacy centers & printables, a snack idea and so much more!This packet includes:1. Recommended Book List2. Word Wall (3 Pages)3. Transport
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Grades:
PreK - K
Also included in: Thematic Units for PreK & Kindergarten MEGA BUNDLE
Timelines and Timeline Activities for Biography Units | Print and Digital
Are your students needing more practice reading timelines? Do you need a starting point for your biography unit? This collection of timelines covers a broad spectrum of historical figures. This has been completely revised for the new school year and now contains 27 different timeline activities for your classroom. It also includes templates to allow your students to create their own timelines. These are ideal for distance learning as students can easily work on these activities independently or
Grades:
2nd - 4th
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Also included in: Biographies BUNDLE
Map Skills Digital Activities for Google Slides
Learning about map skills is super fun when using Google Classroom and Google Slides. In this resource, students have fun identifying, sorting and labeling maps, globes, landforms, bodies of water, cardinal directions and more! These activities can easily be separated and assigned over several lessons.Activities included in these Map Skills Google Slides:- Four slides introducing, sorting, identifying and recognizing uses for maps and globes.- Four slides introducing, sorting, identifying and la
Grades:
K - 2nd
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Also included in: Map Skills Printable and Digital Bundle of Activities
Geography Unit for Maps, 5 Themes of Geography, Map Reading, Latitude Longitude
In this Geography Unit bundle, you receive 12 hands-on, engaging, and effective resources to teach the 5 themes of geography, map reading, map skills, and geography. This geography bundle was created to teach the whole range of geography: students learn how to read all different kinds of maps (climate maps, thematic maps, road maps), the five themes of geography, how to read latitude and longitude, and the locations of places all over the world! This bundle is priced to save you over 20% inste
Grades:
5th - 8th
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