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2nd grade social studies homeschool curricula
Me on the Map Flip Book - Map Skills Geography Activity
This Me on the Map flip book is the perfect easy-prep project to accompany the book Me on the Map by Joan Sweeney or any beginner map study. Students will identify the planet, continent, country, state, and city or town they live in and begin to understand the relative sizes of each.Prep is simple! Copy a set of the included booklet pages for each student. Students write in the missing words, cut out each semi-circles, and stack them from smallest to largest. Staple the top to complete the fl
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1st - 3rd
Social Studies and Science Curriculum and Units BUNDLE for 1st and 2nd Grade
Social Studies Units US SymbolsGood Citizenship and CommunityGovernment and LeadersPast, Present, and FutureCulture and Family Maps, Globes, and Location People and Environmental Interaction Economy Producers and Consumers Science UnitsScience Design and EngineeringEnvironments Living and Non-LivingLife Cycles of Living ThingsEarth Science and GeologySolar System and PlanetsWeather, Climate, and SeasonsMixtures and States of MatterForms of Energy, Force,
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1st - 2nd
Social Studies Curriculum & Units Bundle for 1st and 2nd Grades
Social Studies Units US SymbolsGood Citizenship and CommunityGovernment and LeadersPast, Present, and FutureCulture and Family Maps, Globes, and Location People and Environmental Interaction Economy Producers and Consumers A 1st Grade and 2nd Grade comprehensive bundle of eight engaging social science curriculum units aligned with the national civics, economics, history, culture, and geography standards. It includes the topics of government, leaders, US
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1st - 2nd
September 11 Patriot Day Booklet for First Grade 9 11 Discussions
Teaching about September 11, also known as Patriot Day, with younger learners can be scary, but it's still important. Use this simple photograph 9/11 digital slideshow with the patterned sentence, "We remember ____" to show your first grade students some basic events of 9/11. The same patterned sentence is also included as an early reader for students to use.Read my blog posts on September 11 for pictures and ideas for how I use these materials in my classroom!INCLUDED IN THIS SEPTEMBER 11TH R
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K - 2nd
Government Unit {3 branches of government, informational text, assess. & more}
After searching for a FUN, INTERACTIVE, and KID-FRIENDLY unit on the U.S. Government and not finding exactly what I was looking for, I decided to create my own. This unit has sample lesson plans, reading passages for each topic , interactive notebook activities that go along with each reading passage, and even a Unit Assessment. Take a look at the preview for a sampling of what is inside this resource.The topics covered are as follows:*Why is government important?*What are the 3 levels of govern
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2nd - 4th
50 States Project- Research Project | Report {with grading rubric}
Have your students been learning about the 5 REGIONS OF THE UNITED STATES or are you simply looking for a FUN RESEARCH project on the 50 STATES? If so, then this might be just the activity you're looking for!With this PRINT & GO RESEARCH PROJECT, each student or group will create a 5-page booklet on one of the 50 States. This project lends itself to independent work, partner work, or even group work. Simply begin by assigning a state, print the parent information letter, and print the pages
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Regions of the United States Bundle & State Research Project with Rubric
Regions of the United States Bundle: Info. Text Booklet, Vocab. Cards & Assess
Help your students learn all about the 5 REGIONS OF THE UNITED STATES WEST REGION (Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, Wyoming, California, Oregon, Washington, Alaska, and Hawaii)MIDWEST REGION (Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin) SOUTHWEST REGION (Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas)NORTHEAST REGION (Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Delaware, Maryland, New Jers
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2nd - 4th
Color by Number Addition and Subtraction - Space Theme Morning or Busy Work
Keep your math lessons engaging and enjoyable with this fun color by number addition and subtraction activity. With a space-themed design, this color code will give your students a welcomed break from the traditional practice worksheets and is perfect for morning work or busy work. Practicing addition and subtraction has never been more fun – or colorful!Use these for:Morning WorkEarly / Fast FinishersLiteracy Centers / StationsMorning TubsIndependent WorkHomeworkThere are 6 pages included. Stud
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K - 2nd
Also included in: Color by Number Addition and Subtraction Space
2nd Grade Social Studies Interactive Notebook BUNDLE 5 Units
Complete Set of Interactive Notebooks for 2nd Grade Social StudiesThis set of social studies interactive notebooks meets the standards for 2nd grade in Florida. The units included are:Our World: Maps and GlobesNative AmericansImmigrationCitizens & GovernmentEconomicsEach unit includes activities, vocabulary, and assessments. These activities can either be used with a textbook or used as a teacher-led unit. Some activities also include links to related outside sources that teachers could use.
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2nd
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
Texas Our Texas: Learn About Texas History, Symbols, and Culture!
Texas Our Texas: Learn About Texas History, Symbols, and Culture! 150 pages!!Explore the rich history and vibrant culture of Texas with our engaging elementary unit on the Lone Star State's symbols. Designed to inspire young minds, this comprehensive package delves into the iconic symbols that represent Texas's unique identity. From the majestic Lone Star Flag to the rugged Longhorn, students will embark on a journey through the state's fascinating heritage. Through interactive lessons and creat
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K - 7th
Montessori Great Lessons - Stories & Activities
Montessori Great LessonsThis Montessori Great Lesson bundle includes each of the five Great Lesson stories in a child-friendly format along with accompanying follow-up activities for further exploration into the concepts introduced by each impressionistic lesson. TABLE OF CONTENTS:Overview of Great LessonsGreat Lesson I – The Coming of the Universe StoryReflection & Wonder Prompts & Recording SheetsExperiment Demonstration Extensions (11 total)Saltwater vs. Freshwater Mini-UnitVolcano Mi
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1st - 3rd
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
Constitution Day Preamble Coloring Page
This is a great resource to help students become familiar with the preamble to the Constitution. Coloring the visual elements will aid with memorization as students have a visual reminder. A fun activity to add to your study of U.S. History!
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1st - 7th
Also included in: The America Bundle
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
Art History Lesson: Greek Vases
Greek Vases is the third in our Art Exploration through Time Series. Students love exploring and creating with patterns. This lesson is perfect for connecting geometric shapes and patterns through Art! Simple art materials are used for this project, such as black Sharpie markers and orange/brown watercolor paints. This is a terrific project to build your young artist’s confidence and work on some basic drawing skills.This lesson is great for ages 7-12 but any age student with a little guidance w
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2nd - 6th
Thanksgiving Google Slides Interactive resource
This google slides resource teaches All About the First Thanksgiving and life long ago. Students will listen to 8 learning videos about Pilgrims, Native Americans and the First Thanksgiving. After listening and learning students will complete 6 different interactive slides to compare life to then and now. Students will be able to see the difference between Pilgrim and Native American Children and themselves.ThanksgivingPilgrim childrenSarah MortonSamuel EatonNative American ChildrenLife long ago
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K - 3rd
Also included in: Google Slides All About Year Long Bundle
THANKSGIVING LAPBOOK
This Thanksgiving lapbook is a great way to introduce the story of Thanksgiving!This lapbook includes resources to teach the story of Thanksgiving. Use these resources to facilitate a unit of study on the story of Thanksgiving...this lapbook is perfect for your learners and social studies curriculum!Buy the Interactive Lapbook Bundle and SAVE!This Lapbook Includes...Thanksgiving CoverHave your learners color and cut the cover page. Fold a large piece of construction paper or file folder where
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K - 2nd
Midwest Region Unit {1 of 5 US Regions}
Help your students learn all about the MIDWEST REGION (Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin) After many hours of searching for kid-friendly material on the MIDWEST REGION OF THE UNITED STATES to use with my 3rd graders, I decided to create a unit of my own. My goal was to create an INTERACTIVE, ENGAGING, and KID-FRIENDLY unit! That's how this resource was born.THIS PRODUCT INCLUDES:* 6-page informational booklet
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2nd - 4th
Southeast Region Unit {1 of 5 US Regions}
Help your students learn all about the SOUTHEAST REGION (Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and West Virginia)After many hours of searching for kid-friendly material on the SOUTHEAST REGION OF THE UNITED STATES to use with my 3rd graders, I decided to create a unit of my own. My goal was to create an INTERACTIVE, ENGAGING, and KID-FRIENDLY unit! That's how this resource was born.THIS PRODUCT INCLUDES:* 6-pag
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2nd - 4th
Our World: Maps & Globes Interactive Notebook for 2nd Grade Geography
Our World: Maps & Globes Interactive Notebook for 2nd Grade GeographyThis is a complete interactive notebook unit with assessments for 2nd Grade Geography. This 85 page unit includes activities, vocabulary, and map practice. These activities can either be used with a textbook or used as a teacher-led unit. There are maps of each U.S. state, North America, and the world, as well as a thematic map activity. There is a Venn diagram that can be used for comparing maps and globes. These stand
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2nd
Also included in: 2nd Grade Social Studies Interactive Notebook BUNDLE 5 Units
2nd Grade Social Studies Activities Practice Games | Digital Toothy® Bundle
Digital Toothy® Social Studies Games are a fun activity to practice and review social studies concepts using a smart board or student device. These digital social studies task cards are self-correcting and self-paced. They provide a fun incentive to stay focused on the social studies questions with animated teeth flying into Toothy’s mouth for every correct answer.Devices that are compatible with this digital resource are Smart boards, iPads™, Chromebooks™, laptops, and desktop computers. No acc
Blank United States Maps (Four map versions with Quiz)
Hi there! This file contains four maps of the United States of America: a blank mapa blank map with stars for the capitalsa blank map with states numbered in order of statehooda larger map (two-page spread) with stars for the capitalsAlso included is a fill-in sheet (quiz) for students to name the numbered states and an answer key. Thank you for shopping with "Learning With Kiwi" and happy learning!
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K - 8th
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