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Preschool social studies homeschool curricula for Montessori
Dinosaur Fossil Matching: for Montessori or Science Centers
These cards are a fun way to familiarize children with different dinosaurs. This is a unique activity that shows children what different dinosaur bones look like! You can use them to create many different kinds of activities. You can use these cards for your science centers, dinosaur unit study, or Montessori 3-6 classroom! DINOSAUR FOSSIL MATCHING INCLUDES: ★ instructions for use★ 9 dinosaur fossil cards★ 9 dinosaur cards★ 9 control cardsThis set includes: Anatosaurus, Brachiosaurus, Parasauro
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PreK - 3rd
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Also included in: Dinosaur Bundle for Hands-on Activities
Aboriginal Symbols Playdough Mats - Aboriginal Activities NAIDOC
The Aboriginal Symbols Playdough Mats are perfect for embedding more Aboriginal activities and Indigenous perspectives and culture in your classroom all year long. Simply Print and laminate to use with play dough or any other fine motor and loose part items. There are 30 different mats included with Aboriginal symbols and Australian animals.You may also like :• NAIDOC Week Aboriginal Australian Activities BundleAustralian Alphabet and Number Posters**I********************************************
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PreK - 1st
Also included in: NAIDOC Week Aboriginal Australian Activities Bundle
Printable Interactive Old Testament Bible Story Bundle
Teach your kids the Bible stories with this HUGE set of Printable Old Testament Scripture Story Characters!New to printable scripture stories? You can try them out for FREE here: FREE Scripture Story PrintablesThis set of printable graphics was handmade with felt, and then meticulously digitized to create high quality printable images for your Bible storytelling. The printable set goes perfectly with The Jesse Tree Advent as it includes all the characters and images you need to tell stories lead
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PreK - 6th
Stations of the Cross for Kids: 5 Booklets (Coloring, Reflections, and Prayers)
This packet contains five versions of the Stations of the Cross booklets for children of a variety of ages and abilities. Read on to learn more about the five versions contained in this packet. (Make sure to check out the preview document as well!)Purchasing this gives you the license to use it with one family, one co-op class, or in one single classroom. (Please purchase additional copies for each additional class it will be used with. If you purchase two additional licenses on top of the orig
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PreK - 6th
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
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PreK - 6th
Preschool Curriculum Bundle Homeschool (Age 3-4)
Preschool Age 3-4 for a complete year! 38-week all-in-one program covering all subjects. All units cover Language, Reading, Math, Science, Social Studies, Art and Physical/Gross Motor activities. Selected units cover Social Emotional activities. The theme of the year is "Exploring Our World" and you and your children will explore 12 countries, 9 earth environments, 9 community helpers, AND enjoy 8 super fun seasonal theme weeks, like Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas and more! ***Some of these fi
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PreK - K
ALL ABOUT ME LAPBOOK | BACK TO SCHOOL
A fun, interactive way to get to know your students is by using this All About Me Lapbook!This lapbook includes resources to teach all about themselves. During an all about me unit or during the first weeks of school have your learners complete this lapbook to teach their classmates about themselves.See an example of this completed lapbook here!Buy the Interactive Lapbook Bundle and SAVE!__________________________________________________________THIS LAPBOOK INCLUDESLapbook CoverEdit the cover p
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PreK - 2nd
AMERICA INTERACTIVE LAPBOOK: PRESIDENTS, MONEY AND HOLIDAYS
America Interactive Lapbook: Holidays, Presidents and MoneyThis lapbook includes resources to teach American government, citizenship, currency and history. Help your learners discover the different American holidays, including Independence Day, Presidents; Day, Memorial Day, and Constitution Day. Teach American symbols, presidents and money with simple and cute booklets. Write about the responsibilities of our President and how we can be good citizens.Buy the Interactive Lapbook Bundle and SA
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PreK - 1st
Africa A-Z Montessori Geography Pack
Africa A-Z - Montessori Geography Pack This collection of printable activities can be used to supplement your unit on Africa. It is suitable for PreK-1 but can easily be adapted for 2nd and 3rd grades as well. It features photographs and easy to read font. If you are a Montessori teacher, this will really round out your continent boxes and unit studies!In all of my Continent A-Z packs, I have tried hard to provide a wide range of representative photographs in order to give students a sense of th
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PreK - 3rd
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Also included in: 7 Continents A-Z Bundle
Emotion Picture Cards - Identify and Express Children's Emotions
Emotion Picture Cards - The following emotions are included: angry/mad, disgusted/repulsed, surprised, sad/unhappy, happy/delighted, fearful/scared, joyful/cheerful, calm/peaceful, concerned/worried, shy/bashful, disappointed, bored, embarrassed, silly, confused/puzzled, proud/satisfied, jealous, grumpy/grouchy, and frustrated/defeated. All images are of children, and some images are used twice.Includes:title card32 picture cardsCards are approx. 4" x 5".
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PreK - K
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North America A-Z Montessori Geography Pack
North America A-Z Montessori PackThis collection of printable activities can be used to supplement your unit on North America. It is suitable for PreK-1 but can easily be adapted for 2nd and 3rd grades as well. It features photographs and easy to read font. If you are a Montessori teacher, this will really round out your continent boxes and unit studies!In all of my Continent A-Z packs, I have tried hard to provide a wide range of representative photographs in order to give students a sense of t
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PreK - 3rd
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Also included in: 7 Continents A-Z Bundle
Australia A-Z Montessori Geography Pack
Australia A-Z Montessori PackThis collection of printable activities can be used to supplement your unit on Australia. It is suitable for PreK-1 but can easily be adapted for 2nd and 3rd grades as well. It features photographs and easy to read font. If you are a Montessori teacher, this will really round out your continent boxes and unit studies!In all of my Continent A-Z packs, I have tried hard to provide a wide range of representative photographs in order to give students a sense of the lusci
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PreK - 3rd
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Also included in: 7 Continents A-Z Bundle
Stations of the Cross for Kids: Small Coloring Booklet
This packet contains the materials needed to make a small Stations of the Cross booklet for children.Purchasing this gives you the license to use it with one family, one co-op class, or in one single classroom. (Please purchase three copies in order to be able to use it in a whole school, one parish, or one full religious education setting. You can do this by either purchasing three copies or by adding two additional license to your purchase of one packet.)This packet includes pages that would
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PreK - 2nd
Europe A-Z Montessori Geography Pack
This collection of printable activities can be used to supplement your unit on Europe. It is suitable for PreK-1 but can be adapted for 2nd and 3rd grades as well. It features photographs and easy to read font. A clipart version and blacklines for some of the activities are also provided.See more ideas for an Europe unit on my blog and Europe Pinterest Board1 a. Europe A-Z non-fiction book (photos and descriptions for things from Europe for each letter of the alphabet)1 b. Europe A-Z non fict
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PreK - 3rd
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Also included in: 7 Continents A-Z Bundle
Asia A-Z Montessori Geography Pack
This collection of printable activities can be used to supplement your unit on Asia. It is suitable for PreK-1 but can be adapted for 2nd and 3rd grades as well. It features photographs and easy to read font. A clipart version and blacklines for some of the activities are also provided. See more ideas for an Asia unit on my blogThe following activities are included:1 a. Asia A-Z non-fiction book (photos and descriptions for things from Asia for each letter of the alphabet)1 b. Asia A-Z non f
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PreK - 2nd
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Also included in: 7 Continents A-Z Bundle
12 Catholic Saints Coloring Books for the Whole Year (Bundle)
This packet contains 48 pages of printables (plus a terms of use page to make for a total of 49 pages) in order to be able to make one saints coloring book for each month of the year. Purchasing this gives you the license to use it with one family, one co-op class, or in one single classroom. (Please purchase two copies in order to be able to use it in a whole school, parish, or religious education setting. You can do this by either purchasing two copies or by adding one additional license to y
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PreK - 2nd
Antarctica A-Z Montessori Geography Pack
Antarctica A-Z Montessori PackThis collection of printable activities can be used to supplement your unit on Antarctica. It is suitable for PreK-1 but can easily be adapted for 2nd and 3rd grades as well. It features photographs and easy to read font. If you are a Montessori teacher, this will really round out your continent boxes and unit studies!In all of my Continent A-Z packs, I have tried hard to provide a wide range of representative photographs in order to give students a sense of the lus
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PreK - 3rd
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Also included in: 7 Continents A-Z Bundle
South America A-Z Montessori Geography Pack
This collection of printable activities can be used to supplement your unit on South America. It is suitable for PreK-1 but can be adapted for 2nd and 3rd grades as well. It features photographs and easy to read font. A clipart version and blacklines for some of the activities are also provided.This is a ZIPPED file and includes PDFs for the following activities:1 a. South AmericaA-Z non-fiction book (photos and descriptions for things from South America for each letter of the alphabet)1 b. S
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PreK - 3rd
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Also included in: 7 Continents A-Z Bundle
The First Thanksgiving - Emergent Reader Booklet Old Friends and New Friends
This is a cute little eight-page booklet on the story of the First Thanksgiving. It's great for Pre-K, Kindergarten and First Grade students. It comes in two sizes - full pages or half pages with two pages per sheet to save on printing and copying.Here are some more Thanksgiving related resources you may want to see!Color by CVC Word Families and Word SearchesFall CVC Owl BingoThanksgiving Build a Turkey GameThanksgiving Color by Sight WordFall Story Elements - Scarecrow and Turkey Book Reports
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PreK - 1st
COMMUNITY HELPERS SOCIAL STUDIES ACTIVITIES AND LESSON PLANS FOR KINDERGARTEN
Engage your young learners in an exciting journey through the world of community helpers with this thoughtfully curated resource. Designed specifically for kindergarten classrooms, this Community Helpers Social Studies unit provides a dynamic blend of whole group social studies lessons, literacy activities, and math and literacy centers to immerse students in the diverse roles and responsibilities of those who serve our communities.What's Included:Whole Group Lessons: Dive deep into the world of
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PreK - K
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K-ESS3-3
Also included in: THEMATIC UNIT ACTIVITIES FOR LITTLE LEARNERS | GROWING BUNDLE
Texas State Symbols Booklet - Traceable Words
This printable booklet includes the Texas State symbols, map, flag, mammal, bird, etc. This booklet includes ruled lines for your kids to TRACE the names of each of the symbols as you teach them. ***If you want your kids to write the words on each line download the other version titled Texas State Symbols Booklet Blank Lines***This booklet is only available in FULL COLOR. Please don't buy this book if you don't want to print in color.***Follow:Follow us on Facebook & Instagram. Use #edlah to
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PreK - 1st
Also included in: Texas State Symbol Booklet BUNDLE
Homes Around the World 3-Part Cards - Montessori Social Studies
Homes Around the World - A beautiful photographic look at the variety of structures people around the world call home.Match the correct labels to the pictures. Check the matching using the control cards (cards with labels attached).Includes: yurt, tulou, bhunga, roundhouse, pit dwelling, hut, stilt house, tepee, igloo, apartment building, tree house, and more!Includes:26 cards with labels26 cards without labels26 labelsThe cards with labels are approx. 3½" x 3¼", cards without labels are approx.
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PreK - 2nd
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7 Continents A-Z Bundle
7 Continents A-Z BundleThis bundle includes the A-Z Montessori Packs for all 7 Continents.It is suitable for PreK-1 but can easily be adapted for 2nd and 3rd grades as well. It features photographs and easy to read font. If you are a Montessori teacher, this will really round out your continent boxes and unit studies!In all of my Continent A-Z packs, I have tried hard to provide a wide range of representative photographs in order to give students a sense of the luscious, rich diversity of our be
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PreK - 3rd
Arctic and Antarctic Polar Animals Montessori Activity - Antarctica Continent
Children often mix animals from the Arctic and Antarctica. These Montessori activity cards will help them identify and sort animals of different Polar regions. This printable will perfectly fit your Montessori continent boxes, Arctic and Antarctica unit, polar regions or geography shelf. This activity is appropriate for preschool, pre-k, kindergarten classrooms, and homeschool.The material includes such Arctic animals as arctic fox, caribou, arctic hare, polar bear, puffin, snowy owl, walrus, an
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PreK - 1st
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Also included in: Antarctica Continent Montessori Activity Cards Bundle
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