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8th grade social studies bibliographies for Montessori

Preview of MLA 9th Edition, MLA in-text citations & works cited, PDF & Google Drive

MLA 9th Edition, MLA in-text citations & works cited, PDF & Google Drive

Created by
Laura Randazzo
With the release of the MLA 9th Edition Handbook, the Modern Language Association updated and refined the rules for proper citations. Are you teaching the correct, most up-to-date version of in-text citations and works cited page formatting? With this 47-slide MLA overview lecture and package of helpful student handouts, your students will know exactly how to approach their citations for your class, standardized testing, and future college courses.Begin with the Prezi-based lecture (also downloa
Preview of Ultimate Cultural Heritage Month Bundle | Google Slides | Person Per Day

Ultimate Cultural Heritage Month Bundle | Google Slides | Person Per Day

Hello and welcome to Celebrating Cultural Heritage Month Bundle! This resource comes with Hispanic Heritage Month, Black History Month, Women's History Month, and AAPI Month to celebrate for many months of cultural celebrations! This resource is designed to be used in person OR digitally.1. You can use this resource during morning class meeting to fit in relevant and diverse content. I share screen during our class meetings, and we discuss the slides/view the videos together2. This is a comple
Preview of Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo California Explorer Informational Reading and Activity

Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo California Explorer Informational Reading and Activity

Created by
Thank a Teacher
Student-friendly article about one of California's early explorers, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo. Students will learn about his early days, his exploration of the California coast, and his legacy. Two-page worksheet included. Students can draw a portrait of the explorer and answer questions designed to highlight California's memorable history. Learn about California explorers in our student-friendly article series that delve into the early years, goals, successes, failures, and legacies of the legen
Preview of Civil Rights Leaders Activity: Civil Rights Activists Biographies Activity

Civil Rights Leaders Activity: Civil Rights Activists Biographies Activity

Civil Rights Heroes Activity is perfect activity to add to your Civil Rights Movement Unit. In this activity, students summarize and present to the class the achievements and the historical significance of 11 civil rights activists during the Civil Rights era. Biographies of each leader is provided along with instructions, and a full size portrait of each. No outside sources are needed for this assignment. Everything is included. Works great with stations!Biographies include: Dr. Martin Luther K
Preview of MLA Works Cited Poster (9th Edition)

MLA Works Cited Poster (9th Edition)

Created by
The Cheat Sheet
Blow up these posters and keep them on your classroom walls to remind your students about proper MLA use! These three posters will come in handy for a quick reference and they will make your classroom look beautiful. Key visuals are an important part of making your classroom a comfortable and fun learning environment.The posters include the following information (according to MLA 9th edition):Works Cited citation format for a number of different source typesWorks Cited page formatEssay formatThi
Preview of APA Citation Guide Booklet and Practice Exercises (Bibliography)

APA Citation Guide Booklet and Practice Exercises (Bibliography)

In this zip file are two resources: APA Citation Booklet: This booklet gives students an explanation for the necessity of citing sources, an explanation and image of a formatted References page, an explanation and example of parenthetical citations, and nine different types of sources to cite, each with a template and an example. APA Citation Handout: This 4 page worksheet lists information in a randomized order for 6 of the sources explained in the booklet. Students are asked to put the infor
Preview of Revolutionary War Heroes Project {No Prep}

Revolutionary War Heroes Project {No Prep}

A ready made, fun project for students (in class OR at home). Just print and teach! Students research will research a hero of the Revolutionary War and create a poster about their life. Within this assignment, students will use 4 different styles of writing: poetry, summary, letter, and paragraph writing. Included is a lesson plan with teacher resources (website links for research), plan for teaching, example of completed posted, detailed rubric and assignment description/direction page for stu
Preview of ICELAND Unit Study Cultural Studies w/Viking, Tundra Biome, Puffin & Geysers!

ICELAND Unit Study Cultural Studies w/Viking, Tundra Biome, Puffin & Geysers!

Created by
Savy Activities
Learn all about the beautiful country of Iceland with interactive, hands-on activities! Learn about the country with our placemat/poster and flag, study landmarks with full color three-part cards, and visualize locations of landmarks and cities with our map pinning. See where Iceland is in relationship the rest of the world with the continent flag pinning & outline. Learn about indigenous animals with the Icelandic fauna full color three-part cards.Made a 3D Model of the iconic church, Hallg
Preview of Fakebook / Facebook template

Fakebook / Facebook template

Created by
Justin Ford
This is a PDF template document that 'very closely' resembles the website Facebook. This 3-page document includes a Homepage, Photo page, and Info page much like those on Facebook. Because so many students use Facebook, this activity is HIGHLY MOTIVATING and meets the needs of a diverse student population. This template is visual, reduces writing, can be used to require high and low-level thinking, relates to students, is great for informal assessment, and can be used across the curriculum.
Preview of African American Black History & Present Athletes All Sports  | 36 Posters

African American Black History & Present Athletes All Sports | 36 Posters

This Black History resource is dedicated to the athletes that have represented the black/ African American community in the past and present through many eras. This resource includes some of the many inspirational leaders in the African American community. It is perfect for black history discussions, bulletin boards and assigning writing activities.36 African/ Black history athlete posters that include: *All major sports represented including basketball, football, soccer, baseball, lacrosse, UFC
Preview of Marco Polo: A Reader's Theater Script(Explorer)

Marco Polo: A Reader's Theater Script(Explorer)

Created by
Gail Hennessey
Use this informative Reader's Theater Script to learn about Marco Polo. Marco Polo helped to start the Age of Discovery with his book on his adventures to China. The fun/informative play uses the format of Marco Polo being a guest on a talk show and the studio audience asks questions about his life. Great for a Friday biography, for a unit of study on the Age of Discovery or a unit of study on China.Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee's Talk Show SeriesYou may also find the following resources of inte
Preview of All about me worksheet, self esteem, school counselor, self identity workbook

All about me worksheet, self esteem, school counselor, self identity workbook

Created by
Counsellorcronan
This All about me, self-esteem and Confidence bundle is the perfect workbook for teenagers and adults. It helps individuals explore their core values, beliefs, accomplishments, and strengths to stay true to themselves.39 pages are included1 x cover page1 x Finding my purpose1 x I am activity4 x Core values1 x All about me worksheet3 x Exploring values1 x My accomplishments1 x Poster1 x acts of kindness1 x positive experiences1 x positive self-talk2 x coloring in posters1 x Finding my passion1 x
Preview of 168 Geography and Landform Terms Flash Cards / 3 Part Montessori Cards

168 Geography and Landform Terms Flash Cards / 3 Part Montessori Cards

These cards align with most state standards and Classical Conversations Challenge A program. Additionally, these cards include terms specifically related to Hawaii's geography features such as windward, lava tube, etc. (Please see list below for a full list of terms.)The cards contained in this packet can be used as traditional flashcards or 3 Part Cards. The 3-Part Cards are Montessori inspired. Rote memorization can be difficult for children with dyslexia. The purpose of these cards is to as
Preview of Dice Drawing: Roll-an-Artist, end of the year, sub plans

Dice Drawing: Roll-an-Artist, end of the year, sub plans

Use the interactive Roll-an-Artist worksheets to help your students to learn about artists and their style! Simply print the desired page/s and hand one to each student. Students will roll a die and draw the corresponding item onto a blank sheet of paper. These drawings are a great activity for students to brainstorm ideas for a future project OR perfect for early finishers, OR end of the year, OR sub plans, etc.Included in the packet: -Title page - Table of Contents - Student Objective - Rule
Preview of William Shakespeare: A Reader's Theater Script

William Shakespeare: A Reader's Theater Script

Created by
Gail Hennessey
Considered to be the greatest writer of the English language, learn about William Shakespeare with this fun/informative play. Shakespeare introduced about 3000 words to the English language . It is said that next to the Bible, his works are the most quoted! Great for Language Arts, study on the Renaissance or on a Friday or day before a holiday when you'd like to introduce your students to famous people with a biography activity.The fun/informative play uses the format of Shakespeare being a gu
Preview of BRAZIL South America Activity e-Book: Hands-on Activities & Printables!

BRAZIL South America Activity e-Book: Hands-on Activities & Printables!

Created by
Savy Activities
Learn about the country of Brazil by identifying major landmarks, cities and other geographical locations. Create a detailed 3D paper model of Christ the Redeemer, the iconic statute that watches over Rio de Janeiro and learn about other major landmarks throughout the country through full color flashcards and maps. Review the major points of native and colonial history in Brazil and how these events have shaped this country. Discover the tribes of the Amazon and create indigenous hats, hammocks
Preview of Civilization GRAPES Independent Study Project

Civilization GRAPES Independent Study Project

Created by
Kathleen Cliff
This project can be used to examine any civilization using the organizer GRAPES (geography, religion, achievements, politics, economics, social structure.) Students research each area and then have a choice of creative follow-up tasks for each one (lots of art, creative writing, etc. To culminate their work, students will create a slideshow presentation about each area of GRAPES. File includes overviews of GRAPES, project description/planner, follow-up choices, rubric, and note taking sheets.
Preview of Lewis and Clark( Louisiana Purchase): Reader's Theater Script

Lewis and Clark( Louisiana Purchase): Reader's Theater Script

Created by
Gail Hennessey
On February 28, 1803, President Thomas Jefferson got approval by Congress for an expedition to explore the lands of the Louisiana Purchase. Meriwether Lewis and William Clark were asked by President Thomas Jefferson to led the expedition. On May 14, 1804, the expedition called, the Corps of Discovery began. They would return home two years later, in 1806. The expedition helped to open up the west for expansion by people seeking a better life. You may also be interested in my Lewis and Clark Exp
Preview of Forensics Introduction to Physical Evidence Activity Collection BUNDLE

Forensics Introduction to Physical Evidence Activity Collection BUNDLE

Created by
WISEflamingo
FORENSIC SCIENCE: All your favorite Introduction to Physical Evidence Activities in one bundle! Kick-off your unit while teaching about types of physical evidence, deductive reasoning, classification of evidence, and famous cases. Everything you need to start your forensics unit off right, in one collection! Perfect for the new teacher of forensics, or someone looking to spice up their unit. Distance Learning resources included with a variety of activities to suit your needs. This collection is
Preview of World History: Ancient Times Timeline Cards and Booklet

World History: Ancient Times Timeline Cards and Booklet

Learn about the historical events of the ancient times with this Montessori-inspired (Elementary) timeline cards and reading booklet as reference. This learning pack contains40 timeline cards of the ancient times (occurred between the period of 5000BC to 500BC.a 40 pages of reading booklet for reference3 pages of timeline sheets that can be assembled to form as a guide. The paper size of this is in A4Each timeline cards has a date, a picture and a short description of the events. Use the timel
Preview of King Tut: Wrapping with a Mummy! Biographical Play(To Tell the Truth Play)

King Tut: Wrapping with a Mummy! Biographical Play(To Tell the Truth Play)

Created by
Gail Hennessey
Learn lots of fun facts about mummies and specifically the discovery of King Tut's tomb with this play based on the To Tell the Truth Game Show Format. To Tell the Truth was a popular television show which has returned with host Anthony Anderson(of Blackish). Three guests all claim to be the real guest being interviewed by a panel. The real guest must tell the truth where the other imposters do not have to do so. Kids must be "truth detectives" to determine just who is the REAL King Tut. Direct
Preview of Children From Around The World - Montessori

Children From Around The World - Montessori

As children work with these cards, they'll discover fascinating details about the lives and histories of people around the world. These Montessori-inspired children around the world cards will be a good fit to any classroom.This Montessori material is a part of peace education. The material consists of series of cards showing children of different nations, nationalities and races around the world. Each card contains a small map of the continent. There are 54 cards in the Download.
Preview of Michelangelo: A Reader's Theater Script(Renaissance)

Michelangelo: A Reader's Theater Script(Renaissance)

Created by
Gail Hennessey
Learn about Michelangelo, one of the world's greatest sculptor and painter, with this reader's theater script! Included are 7 questioners, comprehension questions, a Did You Know? section, a teachers page with extension activities, links and the key. Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee's Talk Show Series.Studying the Renaissance, perhaps these resources would also be of interest.1. Renaissance, A Webquest2.Renaissance, A Secret Message Review ActivityReview activity on the Renaissance3. Studying the Ren
Preview of Evolution BUNDLE

Evolution BUNDLE

Evolution BUNDLE! This is an in-depth study on Early Man that includes ***over 100 pages of activities!*** It includes all my comprehension readings, all my fill-in-the-blank exploratory activities, as well as lesser known but fascinating theories on hominids such as the Aquatic Apes and Ancient Astronauts Theory.In this kit you will get all of the following evolutionary comprehensions, task cards, and questions in one convenient package- answer keys are also included! + Evolution: Ramapithecus+
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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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