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Higher education social studies teacher tools
Serial Podcast Season One Unit Plan: True Crime Lesson Plans, AP ELA Activities
Serial Podcast Season One by Sarah Koenig is a fantastic way to teach literary nonfiction, rhetoric, bias, and the power of storytelling. This podcast is so engaging that even your most reluctant students will be enthralled with the true crime content! This Serial unit plan will provide you with literary nonfiction activities that help students analyze the production of the podcast, discuss bias from multiple angles, examine rhetoric from a real-world perspective, and so much more. All of these
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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World History Complete Curriculum (800 Resource Pages/185 Activities/18 Units)
Your entire year of lesson planning DONE and packaged up in one easy-to-navigate, organized digital folder. This curriculum has every guided reading article, comprehension question, simulation, activity, game, mapping activity, primary source, critical thinking activity, internet activity and skill building activity that you need for the entire year. Student will love these tried and true activities and they will help prevent both teacher and student burnout - guaranteed!! Eliminate the
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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AP World History: Modern - Full Curriculum Bundle - 90% Pass Rate - Google Drive
My AP World 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!This complete class curriculum is intended to best-prepare you and your students for passing the AP Test with the exact same model and approach I use. It has helped my students consistently achieve 90%+ passing rates, and I hope it can help some of you--especially those new to teaching AP! FOR BUYERS: MAKE SURE TO DOWNLOAD AND USE THE GOOGLE DRIV
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
AP Psychology / AP Psych Full Curriculum Bundle - Google Drive - 90% Pass Rate!
My AP Psychology 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!This complete class curriculum is intended to best-prepare you and your students for passing the AP Test with the exact same model and approach I use. The bundle meshes fun, review, rigor, and skill-building throughout the entire year! It has helped my students consistently achieve 90%+ passing rates, and I hope it can help some of you... esp
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Introduction to Psychology Unit PPTs, Guided Notes, Worksheets, Test + GoogleApp
Intro to Psychology & AP Psych Unit 1 includes Introduction to Psychology PowerPoints with presenter notes, worksheets, warmups, activity, crossword puzzle review, review PowerPoint and review Kahoot! game, editable assessment project and daily lesson plans. This unit has everything you need to teach all about the first unit of psychology, no book needed. Detailed lesson plans make no prep necessary, just copy/paste. I have used this for both AP Psychology and regular classes. Each lesson
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Sociology Course Curriculum - Introduction to Sociology & Social Issues Units
Teach Sociology with confidence and impact with this full-course curriculum that will transform your students into thoughtful self-reflectors and change-makers.Whether you're brand new to teaching it (never taking a single Soc class in college) or you're simply looking for a more meaningful and streamlined course than the hodge-podge of lessons you currently have, this course will save you time and sanity.Best of all, every student activity comes in both print PDF and paperless Google files, mak
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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APUSH / AP US History - Full Curriculum Bundle - Full Year - Google Drive
My APUSH / AP US 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! This complete class curriculum is intended to best-prepare you and your students for passing the AP Test with the exact same model and approach I use. It weaves in content with specific AP skill building and has helped my students consistently achieve 90%+ passing rates. I hope it can help some of you--especially those new to teachin
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Economics Full Curriculum Bundle - Full Semester - Google Drive Access
The curriculum is a living bundle that includes Google Drive access for the full semester of Economics! Intended for 11th and/or 12th grade. I detail all 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! The curriculum is uniquely designed to progressively teach students the economic history and typical economic concepts together. As students learn about each new economic theory, practice, or instituti
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Catching Fire Complete Unit: Questions, Activities, Tests, Vocab
Catching Fire Literature Guide Teaching Unit - aligned to the Common Core State Standards
This is an entire literature guide unit for teaching the novel "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins (sequel to The Hunger Games and second book in The Hunger Games trilogy) and is my best selling Catching Fire product.
It includes the following files:
Catching Fire Pre-Reading: Hunger Games Review Lessons-Characters & Setting
Catching Fire Discussion Questions, Projects, Activities
Catching Fire Che
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Special Education Program Starter Kit- Single Teacher License
Setting up a special education classroom can be a challenge. Where do you start? What do you do? What is the most important?This huge 227 page manual was created to help teachers set up their own special education classrooms. This manual can be used by veteran teachers who are looking to revamp their current program or first year teachers looking for guidance where to start. This 227 page manual is broken up into 15 chapters for easy reference.OverviewFloor PlanBulletin BoardsDaily Schedule
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Also included in: Classroom Starter Kit- Discounted Bundle
Psychology: Personality Unit | PPTs, Worksheets, Guided Notes, Test + GoogleApps
Psychology & AP Psychology: Entire Personality Unit includes PowerPoints with video clips and presenter notes, worksheets, Role-play Activity, quiz, warmups, review, assessment and daily lesson plans.This bundle has 7-10 days worth of lessons, everything you need to teach all about personality, no book needed. Detailed lesson plans make no prep necessary, just copy/paste into your lesson plans. Everything is usable. Everything is planned. This is the complete package. I have used this for bo
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Developmental Psychology Unit Worksheets, PPTs, Guided Notes, Test + Google Apps
Developmental Psychology and AP Psychology Unit Bundled includes Developmental Psych PowerPoints with Video Clips and presenter notes, worksheets/activities, warmups, project, review crossword, videos and video guide, assessment and daily lesson plans. This bundle has everything you need to teach all about developmental psychology; no book is needed. Detailed lesson plans make no prep necessary, just copy/paste into your lesson plans. Everything is usable. Everything is planned. This is the comp
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Psychology Memory Unit- PPTs, Worksheets, Guided Notes, Kahoot, Test, GoogleApps
Psychology & AP Psychology: Memory Unit Bundled - PowerPoint Lectures, worksheets, quiz, project, video with video link, crossword review, and a Kahoot! review - Lesson Plans included. This Memory Psychology unit has 7-10 days worth of lessons. I have used this for both AP Psychology and regular classes. Each lesson begins with a warm-up, PowerPoint notes, and an exit ticket. A quiz, a 25 point assessment and memory project are also included as an option. PowerPoint / Google Slides Lectures
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Sarcasm, Irony, Satire, and Parody English Literary Devices
Sarcasm, Irony, Satire, and Parody English Literary Devices Is That Sarcasm? Enhanced Lesson Plan for Irony, Satire, and Parody, Printables/ Handouts, Students' NotesEnglish language arts students like to laugh while they learn!Introduce English language arts students to the concepts of sarcasm, irony, parody, and satire. This lesson can be used prior to teaching longer, more complex short stories, poems, viewing films, creative writing, novel studies.Includes: ★**ZIP FILE** Is That Sarcasm? Eve
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Presidential Election 2024 | Political Parties Spectrum | Democrat & Republican
The two major Political Parties, Democratic and Republican, are debating their beliefs to influence voters! What is a political party anyway? What is the difference between Democrats and Republicans? Am I a Democrat or Republican? These are common questions that all students begin to ask themselves, and this lesson will help answer all their burning questions!I have been teaching for many years and have struggled to find a resource that helps students truly understand what the differences are
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Phonological Awareness Curriculum: Text Based & Common Core - One Year Bundle
This is a complete set (12 months) of original Common Core aligned phonological awareness curriculum...one lesson for every day of the year (320 pages). If you've enjoyed our monthly bundles, you're going to love this because it's all the months bundled together in one easy download and offered at a 20% discount over buying each monthly individually. This is a single user license however, so if you are planning on adopting this curriculum across your grade level or in your building (for grade l
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PreK - 3rd, Higher Education, Staff
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World History Complete Curriculum PowerPoint Package (16 Units/800 slides)
Get my Complete World History Curriculum Here ($30 - great value!)Every slide that you need to teach a full year of World History! This resource contains 16 units worth of visually engaging, fully editable Power Point slides to take your students from the earliest humans all the way through the Cold War. Each presentation contains maps, key figures, key terms in differentiated font, "look ins", key concepts and more. Edit as needed or use exactly as it is.Topics Covered River Valley Civiliz
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Consciousness Unit- Worksheets, PPTs, Guided Notes, Kahoot & Test + PsychologyAP
(Psychology & AP Psychology) Altered States of Consciousness Unit Bundled includes Consciousness PowerPoints with Video Clips and presenter notes, worksheets/activities, warmups, projects, video and video guide, multiple projects, sleep journal, review crossword, Kahoot! Review, assessment and daily lesson plans.This bundle has everything you need to teach all about consciousness and altered states of consciousness in your psychology classes. Detailed lesson plans make no prep necessary, jus
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Lesson & Unit Plan Templates for Middle or High School
This set includes a Daily Lesson Plan Template and a Unit Plan Template. Both are fully editable with Powerpoint or Google Slides.Daily plan template allows inclusion of standards, objectives, program of studies, daily activities, bellringers, exit slips, modifications and more.Adaptable 15 day unit plan allows for daily activities, core content listing, objectives, essential questions, and so much more. Very useful for new teachers or experienced teachers looking to streamline planning. Plan
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
Government and Civics Full Curriculum - Full Semester - Google Drive
My Gov / American Government / Civics curriculum is a living bundle that includes Google Drive access for the full semester of American Government! Intended for 11th and/or 12th grade. I detail all 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!Pairs seamlessly with my ECONOMICS BUNDLE for teachers who teach both!OVERVIEW (see INDIVIDUAL UNITS section for more detail)Works independent of a textbook!Ac
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Psychology Disorders Unit: PPTs, Worksheets, Test(AP Psych) and Digital Resource
Psychology & AP Psychology: Entire Psychological Disorders Unit - PowerPoint with video links, presenter notes, worksheets, role-play, warmups, crossword puzzle review, Kahoot! review game, and editable assessment, are all bound together by daily lesson plans. This unit has everything you need to teach all about psychological disorders. Detailed lesson plans make no prep necessary. 9-12 days worth of lessons also include a couple of online videos for a deeper understanding of disorders. I h
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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TED Talk Mental Health and Wellness Bundle | 8 Lessons
This Mental Health Ted Talk lesson bundle is designed to help educators teach students about mental health and wellness. The bundle includes detailed student handouts and various activities for students. The lessons included in this resource cover important topics such as stress management, coping strategies, and reducing the stigma surrounding mental illness. This resource features TED Talks by mental health experts, providing students with real-life examples and insights into mental health. Th
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Psychology Store Growing Bundle
Business Law Course & Bundle - 1 Semester (TURNKEY)
Students will learn and develop skills in these subjects:Basics Of The LawBusiness OrganizationLegal BasicsContract LawLaw of SalesConsumer LawEmployment LawProperty Law*Please note this product is not just a bundle of activities and projects; this is a professional course created to meet national standards and gives teachers and students everything they need from day one of class to finals. No textbooks or outside resources are needed. Please read below to see what is included and how our cours
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Teams and Themes Bundle
Classroom Teams will revolutionize the way you teach! Teams and Themes are two programs I use to create classes I love teaching by creative power incentives to work as teams and develop positive leadership and community character traits. Both are inspired and adapted from systems I experienced and taught while serving with the United States Marine Corps. There, they help forge Marines who win missions in challenging, complex, and dynamic environments. While we as teachers don’t send our kids int
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4th - 12th, Higher Education
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Find Social Studies - History resources | TPT
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.
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