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Social studies Common Core SL.3.1b resources
States and Capitals Bingo, I Have Who Has Game (50 States & Capitals Activities)
This resource is intended to help students learn the states, capitals and abbreviations and to help spark student interest United States Social Studies. Download Preview FilePlease view the preview file prior to purchasing. Please ensure that it is appropriate for your grade level prior to purchasing.This social studies resource includes:1. Social Studies State Study Cards2. Social Studies State Study Sheets3. States and Capitals I Have, Who has? Game4. States and Abbreviations I Have, Who
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2nd - 5th
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Career Day Research Project, Career Explorations, Community Helpers
Looking for a way to spice up your ELA/Social Studies career exploration units? This Career Day Research Project is a perfect and easy way to provide your learners with a deeper understanding of the professions in their communities. You will just need to print and go!This pack includes:~3 parent/guardian letter options explaining the project~Rubrics linked to 2nd and 3rd grade ELA CCSS~Research organizer~Suggested websites~Interview questions for asking community experts~28 career options prin
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1st - 3rd
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September 11 Interview Project
This September 11th Remembrance Project is the perfect way to have students learn about what happened on September 11, 2001. In this project students will interview a parent, guardian, or any other person who lived during this historic day in America. After gathering information, the students will then come back to the classroom and present on this topic. Classmates will have the option (teacher-choice) to ask questions to cement their understanding. In my class, after all of this was over stude
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3rd - 5th
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Black History Month Bingo Game {30 Cards}
Black History Month Bingo features 30 pre-made and randomized black history bingo cards. All you have to do is print, laminate, and cut and this resource can be used for years to come each time you teach about black history! Download Preview FilePlease view the preview file prior to purchasing so there are no surprises. It will provide a sample of what you are buying. Please ensure that it is appropriate for your grade level prior to purchasing.DescriptionThis black history resource feature
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3rd - 8th
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Also included in:Â Black History Month Games, Activities for 3rd Grade ELA Bundle
St Patricks Day Activity Ireland Virtual Field Trip
This Ireland virtual field trip is the perfect St. Patrick's day activity. Go on an adventure with your class to see the Cliffs of Moher, Irish Dancing, St. Patrick's Day Celerations, and more! This Ireland virtual field trip is easy to prep, is interactive, includes videos, and has companion activities. This virtual field trip would be the perfect addition to a study of Europe or a St. Patrick's Day celebration.Save $$ and get this as part of the Virtual Field Trip Growing Bundle!*Note: This re
Grades:
1st - 4th
Also included in:Â Virtual Field Trip Growing Bundle, Holidays, Countries, Video Lessons
Economics Activities Unit | Project Based Learning | Financial Literacy
This is an entire UNIT for a Project Based Learning Unit on ECONOMICS and FINANCIAL LITERACY. It takes a teacher and their class, step by step throughout the entire Economics Curriculum. Don’t let planning PBL Units stress you out! This unit is all set for your entire planning. It will save you hours of your time.Some Lessons are DIGITALOVERVIEWEconomics For Kids helps students gain life skills in problem-solving, investigating, financial literacy and engages them in challenges. We start a clas
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2nd - 3rd
Also included in:Â Project Based Learning Curriculum | 2nd Grade PBL Activities
Producer or Consumer: An Economics Sorting Game for Primary Students
This will help your students understand one of the beginning concepts of economics: Consumers and Producers.This is a Social Studies sorting game to practice the vocabulary "consumer" and "producer." Children will sort the 16 task cards onto the apples that say "producer" or "consumer". It includes definitions of the two important words, suggestions, 16 task cards, and extra cards so you can make your own.The most important part of this activity is encouraging conversations that help deepen th
Social Contract / Classroom Behavior Agreement - Lesson Plan & Anchor Charts
Are you wondering how to create a class social contract/behavior agreement with your students during back-to-school season? This resource is filled with everything you need to make a social contract in elementary school, including 14 total pages of fun activities, teacher instructions, Bloom's Taxonomy discussion questions, and anchor charts. It will guide you through each step of the creation process, and show you how you can easily implement the contract throughout the rest of the school year!
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1st - 3rd
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Native American Tribes of California Social Studies Research Project
Are your students learning about California Native American Tribes of the various regions of California? This student-centered California Native American Tribes research project jigsaw puts the learning and research into the hands of your students. There are two grade level options:Third GradeResearching the Native American tribal region in your community, your students will work in one of four expert groups:1) Housing and Engineering2) Natural Resources3) Tools and Technology4) Religious and Cu
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3rd - 4th
Also included in:Â California Social Studies Bundle
Economics Unit | Financial Literacy | Project Based Learning Economics Bundle
This is an entire ECONOMICS BUNDLE for a Project Based Learning Unit on ECONOMICS and FINANCIAL LITERACY. It takes a teacher and their class, step by step throughout the entire Economics Curriculum. Don’t let planning PBL Units stress you out! This unit is all set for your entire planning. It will save you hours of your time.Some Lessons are DIGITALThis is the BUNDLED Version and includes all the same activities as the ORIGINAL Unit. OVERVIEWEconomics For Kids helps students gain life skills in
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2nd - 3rd
I Survived THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, 1776 Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Rationale for using Discussion Cards:This strategy is powerful in giving students opportunities to work together in mixed-ability, student-led groups. Lower level students benefit from listening to higher level students respond to questions. Higher level students are challenged to express their thinking in a way that helps lower level students comprehend the material.Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for students to engage in criti
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â I SURVIVED Series by Lauren Tarshis - Discussion Card Bundle (W/Answer Keys)
I Survived HURRICANE KATRINA, 2005 - Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Rationale for using Discussion Cards:Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for students to engage in critical thinking and reflection as they read, discuss, and respond to books. Collaboration is at the heart of this approach. Students reshape and add to their understanding as they construct meaning with other readers. The Discussion Cards have questions from each chapter prompting students to cite evidence from the text and take their
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â I SURVIVED Series by Lauren Tarshis - Discussion Card Bundle (W/Answer Keys)
I Survived THE SAN FRANCISCO EARTHQUAKE Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Rationale for using Discussion Cards:Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for students to engage in critical thinking and reflection as they read, discuss, and respond to books. Collaboration is at the heart of this approach. Students reshape and add to their understanding as they construct meaning with other readers. The Discussion Cards have questions from each chapter prompting students to cite evidence from the text and take their
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â I SURVIVED Series by Lauren Tarshis - Discussion Card Bundle (W/Answer Keys)
The Day You Begin Read Aloud Activities for Third Grade | Poem and Bracelets
Introduce your students to the power of connection and acceptance with The Day You Begin Book Companion Unit! This comprehensive unit is specifically designed for third grade classrooms to help students get to know each other, find common ground, and embrace their unique qualities. With activities ranging from all about me puzzles and alike-but-different partner exercises to favorite thing about me writing and drawing prompts, find-a-friend searches, icebreaker games like two truths and a lie, i
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3rd
I Survived THE JAPANESE TSUNAMI, 2011 * Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Rationale for using Discussion Cards:Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for students to engage in critical thinking and reflection as they read, discuss, and respond to books. Collaboration is at the heart of this approach. Students reshape and add to their understanding as they construct meaning with other readers. The Discussion Cards have questions from each chapter prompting students to cite evidence from the text and take their
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â I SURVIVED Series by Lauren Tarshis - Discussion Card Bundle (W/Answer Keys)
I Survived THE SINKING OF THE TITANIC Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Rationale for using Discussion Cards:Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for students to engage in critical thinking and reflection as they read, discuss, and respond to books. Collaboration is at the heart of this approach. Students reshape and add to their understanding as they construct meaning with other readers. The Discussion Cards have questions from each chapter prompting students to cite evidence from the text and take their
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â I SURVIVED Series by Lauren Tarshis - Discussion Card Bundle (W/Answer Keys)
I Survived THE CHILDREN'S BLIZZARD Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Rationale for using Discussion Cards:This strategy is powerful in giving students opportunities to work together in mixed-ability, student-led groups. Lower level students benefit from listening to higher level students respond to questions. Higher level students are challenged to express their thinking in a way that helps lower level students comprehend the material.Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for students to engage in criti
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â I SURVIVED Series by Lauren Tarshis - Discussion Card Bundle (W/Answer Keys)
Ancestor Research Project | Presentation, Culture Study, Instant Bulletin Board
Guide your students through a study of discovering their ancestors and cultures with this family research project. Students interview an ancestor, locate their origin on a world map, discover traditions, foods, and holidays celebrated to create a banner. Students can add a photo or drawing to the back and present their findings in a class presentation allowing all students to learn from one another. Use the included "A Good Audience Member" sheet to teach proper ettiquette for listing and respon
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1st - 6th
I Survived THE JOPLIN TORNADO, 2011 - Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Rationale for using Discussion Cards:This strategy is powerful in giving students opportunities to work together in mixed-ability, student-led groups. Lower level students benefit from listening to higher level students respond to questions. Higher level students are challenged to express their thinking in a way that helps lower level students comprehend the material.Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for students to engage in criti
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â I SURVIVED Series by Lauren Tarshis - Discussion Card Bundle (W/Answer Keys)
Earth Day Activity Grand Canyon Virtual Field Trip
This Grand Canyon virtual field trip is perfect for an Earth Day activity or National Parks study. Go on an adventure with your class to learn about National Parks, learn about Grand Canyon wildlife, the creation of the Grand Canyon, and more!This Grand Canyon virtual field trip is easy to prep, is interactive, includes videos, and has companion activities. Your students will be engaged the whole time, and excited to learn about these important topics.*Note: This resource includes links to YouTu
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1st - 4th
Also included in:Â Virtual Field Trip Growing Bundle, Holidays, Countries, Video Lessons
Ready to Go Science Experiments & Hands-On Social Studies Activities for Winter
Get fun, low prep, high engagement Social Studies and Science activities that are easy for teacher prep and easy on the wallet: save on Bundles!Why use Science and Social Studies Activities: Winter Bundle? Brain research tells us that learners are drawn into topics that are close to their hearts. Timely activities tend to engage learners.How it works: Here's a chance to squeeze in some fun Social Studies and Science lessons close to the holidays! These are low-prep, high-engagement activities.
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2nd - 3rd
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I Survived THE NAZI INVASION, 1944 - Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Rationale for using Discussion Cards:Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for students to engage in critical thinking and reflection as they read, discuss, and respond to books. Collaboration is at the heart of this approach. Students reshape and add to their understanding as they construct meaning with other readers. The Discussion Cards have questions from each chapter prompting students to cite evidence from the text and take their
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â I SURVIVED Series by Lauren Tarshis - Discussion Card Bundle (W/Answer Keys)
Inventions Project Based Learning | Digital & Printable | Google
Who doesn't dream of creating your own invention and making tons of money on it? What better way to get students to use real-life skills such as reading, math, writing, speaking and listening skills than with this high-interest, engaging Create Your Own Invention project? With this project, students will get an opportunity to design their own invention and try to persuade their audience to invest in their product. This project-based learning activity is designed to supplement your practical livi
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2nd - 5th
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Passport SS GRADE 3 (ALL 5 UNITS) (5) Unit Plans & (72) Lesson Plans
UNIT PLANS for: Unit 1 Introduction to GeographyEgyptChinaPeruNigeriaALL Lesson Plans for ALL 5 UNITS listed above!!!
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3rd
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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.
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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.
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