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8th grade social studies flash cards for special education

Preview of Personal Hygiene Functional Life Skills Special Education Activities

Personal Hygiene Functional Life Skills Special Education Activities

Created by
Allison Fors
Are you searching for purposeful life skills and personal hygiene activities for your speech therapy or special education students? It’s a difficult topic, and you are at your wits end trying to find something appropriate for your speech and language sessions or check ins. Check out these hands-on activities for both kids and teens to teach, generalize, and self-assess personal hygiene.The perfect addition to your functional life skills curriculum! Designed to be inclusive and adaptable, these l
Preview of Inferencing Task Cards

Inferencing Task Cards

Inferencing can be a difficult concept to teach, learn, and master. Our students often need additional support to fully understand this skill. This product contains various components to support your students' learning. Included in this product are 32 task cards containing short stories, 32 task cards containing pictures for inferencing, 1 visual support to help teach what inferencing is, and 2 graphic organizers that can be used with each task card. Each card contains questions that target infe
Preview of American Sign Language Flash Cards: Level 1, 2, 3, BUNDLE DISTANCE LEARNING

American Sign Language Flash Cards: Level 1, 2, 3, BUNDLE DISTANCE LEARNING

Created by
Speechiverse
Connect with me on instagram @oilsandaurasThis bundle contains 350+ American Sign Language (ASL) signs for a variety of experience levels using sign to help build expressive vocabulary in ASL.These signs are perfect for any student or teacher who need or would like to learn American Sign Language to communicate better with others.Signs Included in this Resource are:AlphabetColorsWants, Needs, LikesPolite Social CommentsBasic Human NeedsTime Concepts: Now, Later, Before, After, Today, Etc.Family
Preview of Speech Sound Alphabet & Word Lists

Speech Sound Alphabet & Word Lists

Created by
A Perfect Blend
This is not your typical alphabet set! This is a speech sound alphabet. Each sound has a name and a visal that will help students remember how/where the sound is made. There are two different options included with target word list for each sound. Word lists are organized into initial, medial and final target sounds. Sounds included: /b, d, f, g, h, j, k, l, m, n, p, r, s, t, v, w, y, z, ch, sh, th/Alphabet set can be printed single-sided and displayed in the classroom or printed front/back with
Preview of Problem-Solving Pack - Unit on little-medium-big problems - social skills, ASD

Problem-Solving Pack - Unit on little-medium-big problems - social skills, ASD

Do you have students who will throw a major temper tantrum after losing a game? Or students who have a massive The-World-Is-Going-To-End-And-We're-All-Going-To-Die fit after not getting their way? If so, read on. I have quite a few kids on my Speech therapy and social skills caseload who really struggle distinguishing small from large problems, so I created this resource for them. This seems to be a particularly large area of need for students on the ASD spectrum or those with behavior / emotio
Preview of 501 Social Skills Prompts - Problem-Solving Pragmatics Predicting etc. ASD

501 Social Skills Prompts - Problem-Solving Pragmatics Predicting etc. ASD

This pack contains 501 Social Skills-themed open-ended discussion prompts to use as discussion starters in speech therapy, counseling, social skills group, ABA therapy, and similar settings. These prompts come in both a flash card and a list format. I took many of the activities directly from my Weekly Social Skills Homework Packets and added on 150 additional prompts as well as colorful pictures. To make it more user-friendly, I also organized the activities into 10 different categories: -Emo
Preview of Bill of Rights from the Constitution Scenarios Games and Review

Bill of Rights from the Constitution Scenarios Games and Review

Challenge your students to apply the Bill of Rights in current issues, images, and court cases with these Bill of Rights scenarios. This product will give you multiple scenarios to review and apply the Bill of Rights with your students! All of these scenarios will help your students prepare for any test or quiz on the Bill of Rights. Give your students a scenario card and see if they can identify which amendment applies to the scenario, image or court case. This activity will support your ELL
Preview of DISCOUNTED BUNDLE Sight Word Activities- For Special Education

DISCOUNTED BUNDLE Sight Word Activities- For Special Education

Looking for a comprehensive sight word bundle for your students? This bundle includes 5 hands on activities and a MEGA Teacher Binder for easy organization. The system focuses on Dolch Sight Words and Nouns. *****Activities Included****** Matching File Folder Activities Spelling File Folder Activities Clip It Spelling Activities Spelling Board Activities String Matching Activities Teacher Binder Teacher Binder for Sight Word Activity Organization *****Stay up to date and keep in touch******
Preview of BOOK CLUB Discussion Questions for Any Novel | Higher Order Thinking Questions

BOOK CLUB Discussion Questions for Any Novel | Higher Order Thinking Questions

This set of higher-order thinking questions includes 4 cards for each of the 6 levels for a total of 24 cards. You'll also receive interactive notebook pockets if you'd like to include these in with your creative novel projects! Use these as discussion starters for book clubs or as teacher-led questions for class read-alouds. These cards are included in ALL of my novel units. Please do not purchase if you've purchased, or will purchase, any novel units by Elle Madison. All novel units created by
Preview of Size of the Problem Activity Sorting and Discussion

Size of the Problem Activity Sorting and Discussion

This size of the problem activity includes 2 different engaging lessons, suggestions for modification, and covers several different types of situations. Mainly focused on the size of a problem and size of the reaction, you will also find perspective-taking, empathy, and opportunities to discuss coping skills. This activity features a 20 questions inspired add-on as well, to increase difficulty and have students look at the concept more depth - because players need to have a deep understanding
Preview of Ancient Civilizations Word Wall Bundle

Ancient Civilizations Word Wall Bundle

This Ancient Civilizations Word Wall bundle includes a total of 314 cards for Prehistory, Mesopotamia, Ancient Egypt, Ancient India, Ancient Israel, Ancient China, Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, the Middle Ages, Mesoamerican Civilizations, African Empires, and some general Social Studies terms! Save over 30% by purchasing them together!Use this bundle to help reinforce your vocabulary instruction for diverse learners by allowing students to repeatedly engage with definitions and images of key ter
Preview of American Symbols USA Poster Pack featuring Realistic Photos

American Symbols USA Poster Pack featuring Realistic Photos

Created by
Color Me Kinder
American Symbols Poster Pack includes iconic symbols and landmarks that represent the United States of America. Your students will love learning all about American Symbols with these vivid and informative posters! There are 9 American Symbols/Landmarks featured in this packet: American FlagThe Bald EagleThe White HouseStatue of LibertyLiberty BellUnited States Capitol BuildingMount RushmoreLincoln MemorialWashington MemorialWhat's included?Full sized posters featuring one American Symbol/ Landma
Preview of American Sign Language Flash Cards: My First Signs: Level 1 Signs: ASL

American Sign Language Flash Cards: My First Signs: Level 1 Signs: ASL

Created by
Speechiverse
Connect with me on instagram @oilsandaurasMy First Signs ASL flash cards are the first commonly used and learned signs in American Sign Language.These signs are perfect for any student or teacher who need or would like to learn American Sign Language to communicate better with others.Signs Included in this Resource are:AlphabetColorsWants, Needs, LikesPolite Social CommentsBasic Human NeedsTime Concepts: Now, Later, Before, After, Today, Etc.Family MembersFood and DrinksClothing Emotions and Fee
Preview of Apraxia Feed and Say BOOM CARDS™: VC, CV, CVC, CVCV, & 3 & 4 SYLLABLE WORD

Apraxia Feed and Say BOOM CARDS™: VC, CV, CVC, CVCV, & 3 & 4 SYLLABLE WORD

2/25/2021: Hi! This resource was updated today to include bigger picture targets, easier to access animal sounds, and simpler backgrounds. This is a wonderful 19 card deck for working on the verbal expression of small VC and CV level words to longer, more difficult to say, 3 and 4 syllable words. The progression of easier to more difficult to say words is often used during apraxia of speech therapy and verbal expression therapy tasks for early talkers.These fun "feed" the animal treatment card
Preview of United States History Back to School Bundle | US History Posters and Activities

United States History Back to School Bundle | US History Posters and Activities

Start your school year off right with this US History Back to School Bundle! This bundle features 15 popular resources that are specifically designed for teaching American History or United States History and preparing your classroom for the new school year!Immerse your students in U.S. history from day one with the resources in this bundle. Students will gain awareness of America’s past while viewing detailed timelines, beautiful images of historical landmarks, and inspiring quotes from legenda
Preview of Touch + Count Math: Single Digit Addition Packet (Printable + Digital)

Touch + Count Math: Single Digit Addition Packet (Printable + Digital)

This is a full curricular resource that is packed with everything you need to get your students adding numbers from 0-9! Some of our learners require an extra step when adding. This resource gives your learners extra support by adding dots to numbers and then quickly fading them to reduce dependence. The scope and sequence of this resource is structured to build on each previously mastered skill, ensure discrimination, and gradually increase in complexity and independence! You can use this as a
Preview of Would You Rather L and L-blends

Would You Rather L and L-blends

Created by
Speech Is Heart
*This product was updated in March 2016*Are you struggling to find articulation carryover activities for your students who are moving towards generalization of their speech sounds to the conversation level? Look no further than this Would You Rather Articulation game for L and L-blend practice. These *88* “Would you rather” questions will provide silly and serious conversation and even better practice!Practice turn taking, complex sentence structure, reasoning, articulation and more!This product
Preview of Stuttering Therapy: Easy Onset Practice (Fluency Shaping technique)

Stuttering Therapy: Easy Onset Practice (Fluency Shaping technique)

Teach and practice the fluency shaping technique, Easy Onset, with confidence! This product includes: training on how to teach the method, 30 colorful stimulus pictures and 60 stimulus picture cards that can be used for various games, including 'go fish' and 'memory match.'
Preview of Would You Rather SH, CH, and J

Would You Rather SH, CH, and J

Created by
Speech Is Heart
*This product was updated in March 2016*Are you struggling to find articulation carryover activities for your students who are moving towards generalization of their speech sounds to the conversation level? Look no further than this Would You Rather Articulation game for SH, CH and J sounds. These *80* “Would you rather” questions will provide silly and serious conversation and even better practice!Practice turn taking, complex sentence structure, reasoning, articulation and more!This product co
Preview of Noun-Verb Combination Cards for VB-MAPP Tacting Program

Noun-Verb Combination Cards for VB-MAPP Tacting Program

Created by
The Crafty BCBA
This two-component verb-noun pack is perfect for VB-MAPP testing and programing! Contains 18 pages of noun-verb cards. Includes 70 pictures, 35 verb-noun combinations each with 2 examples such as eating pizza, eating apple, climbing ladder, climbing stairs, etc. All pictures are live pictures not cartoons/clipart. Includes a page with a list of all pictures.
Preview of Would You Rather S, Z, and S-Blends

Would You Rather S, Z, and S-Blends

Created by
Speech Is Heart
*This product was updated in April 2018*Are you struggling to find articulation carryover activities for your students who are moving towards generalization of their speech sounds to the conversation level? Look no further than this Would You Rather Articulation game for S and Z sounds. These *72* “Would you rather” questions will provide silly and serious conversation and even better practice!Practice turn taking, complex sentence structure, reasoning, articulation and more!This product contai
Preview of Inferencing Task Cards: Fall Edition

Inferencing Task Cards: Fall Edition

Included in this product are 20 story inferencing task cards and 20 picture inferencing task cards, each with a fall theme. Also included is a visual support to help teach the concept of inferencing and two graphic organizers that can be used with each task card. Each card contains questions to guide your students' thinking. Use the picture cards for lower level learners and the paragraphs for higher level learners. Your students will gain tons of practice with this important skill while hav
Preview of 1500 Photo Communication Cards. Autism Picture System Speech Therapy Aid

1500 Photo Communication Cards. Autism Picture System Speech Therapy Aid

Created by
SENtoys
These photo communication cards are designed to aid communication and speech development in non-verbal children or those with a speech delay. They are most commonly used with autistic children and/or those with learning difficulties. These can be used as a sole means of communication or as part of a speech therapy programme.Our cards are different to the usual picture communication cards as I have used real world photographic images rather than clip-art style pictures; I have found from experien
Preview of What I Can and Can't Control Activity Sort

What I Can and Can't Control Activity Sort

This lesson and activity is based on the circle of control, practicing the concept of what I can and can't control! Students sort and discuss 75 relatable scenarios (with 5 blank to customize!) onto a sorting mat with balloons. The mat references the idea of "letting go" the things that cannot be controlled. After sorting and discussing scenarios and a poster for reference, students will complete a graphic organizer and can take a notebook aid to remind them of strategies they can use when th
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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.