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4th grade social studies lesson videos
Social Studies Mini Lesson: What is a community?
This social studies mini lesson is perfect for teaching in the 21st century classroom. With little time and lots of pressure to utilize technology, teaching social studies can seem like a daunting task. This lesson includes everything you need to tackle both!
I've included 5 days worth of activities that are designed to be short, no longer than 10 or 15 minutes. They are also very low-prep for the teacher.
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Mini lesson PowerPoint
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2nd - 4th
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Cuneiform Bundle: Activities on the Invention of Writing in Mesopotamia
Note: This is the Print/PDF version. We also have a Google Apps/Distance Learning version available by clicking here.This 23-page product is a set of activities for your students to learn about the invention of writing in ancient Mesopotamia. All websites for the online activities and video are provided. Your students will love learning using the internet and watching the cartoon video!This lesson is aligned with standards for history/social sciences at the state and national levels.Included:
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4th - 10th
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September 11th Activities Bundle
September 11th Activities: Honor the heroes and first responders of September 11th with this social studies and reading comprehension integration unit. The September 11th bundle celebrates and teachers the facts of 9/11 and the heroic deeds of American citizens and first responders.September 11th Activities Bundle Includes:++ Videos++ Slideshows and PowerPoints++ Context Clues Task Cards++ Main Idea Task Cards++ Summarizing Task Cards++ First Responder Slideshow++ Todd Beamer 3-Day Lesson++ 9/11
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3rd - 5th
Neolithic Agricultural Revolution Bundle: Print Version
Note: This is the Print/PDF version. We also have a Google Apps version, designed specifically for distance learning, available by clicking here.This 14-page bundle is perfect for a unit on Prehistory, the Paleolithic & Neolithic Ages (the Old & New Stone Ages), or ancient Mesopotamia. Your students will enjoy the video featuring live scenes, and you'll be satisfied knowing that the content is excellent and that students will be paying attention because of the corresponding video questi
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4th - 10th
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Civil War: The Battle of Gettysburg in 4 Minutes Video Worksheet
This video worksheet allows students learn about the Battle of Gettysburg. The video clip is only four minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on the Civil War. The worksheet helps students understand the importance of Gettysburg. The video is great for visual learners and helps breaks up class time so students are more focused throughout the en
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4th - 12th
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Also included in: Gettysburg: Civil War Lesson Plan Collection Bundle
Hindu Gods & Goddesses: Cartoon Videos & Project: In-Person, Online, or Distance
You can download this as a:1. PDF/Print activityor2. A ready-to-go TPT Easel Activity. You can assign Easel lessons through Google Classroom or you can copy a link to it and paste it into any learning management system you use with your students. However, for the time being, students will need to log in with a Google email account in order to access the assignment. You can use TPT Easel for free with this resource. Click here for info on how to use TPT Easel for free.Your students will love t
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4th - 10th
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California Regions with Video | Close Reading and Informational Writing
Learn about the four California Regions with a video, reading, text annotations, and a writing unit to go along with your California History lessons.Are you looking for an engaging way to teach the Four Regions of California for social studies? Don't just use a dry textbook. This standards based resource will get your students talking and writing about California.This meets the California History Social Studies Standards. CAHSS 1This interactive presentation in Google Slides (TM) has reading, wr
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4th
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Also included in: California Regions, Geography, and Map Skills Bundle
History of the National Parks and National Park Service
Google Slide Presentation-17 slides on the National Park System and National Park ServiceIncluded Topics:Need for the National ParksHistory of the National ParksCreation of the National Park ServiceCompare and Contrast of National Parks, Monuments, and ForestsMap of most visited National ParksProfiles of 2 of the most famous National ParksExplanation of the Continental Divide and WatershedAlso included are embedded links to videos discussing:The Creation of the National Park ServiceThe Buffalos
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4th - 12th
Persian Wars: Bundle for Ancient Greece: In-Person, Online, or Distance Learning
You can download this as a:1. PDF/Print activityor2. A ready-to-go TPT Easel Activity. You can assign Easel lessons through Google Classroom or you can copy a link to it and paste it into any learning management system you use with your students. However, for the time being, students will need to log in with a Google email account in order to access the assignment. You can use TPT Easel for free with this resource. Click here for info on how to use TPT Easel for free.This 13-page product is a
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4th - 10th
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Civil War: Gettysburg Address in 4 Minutes Video Worksheet
This video worksheet allows students learn about the Gettysburg Address. The video clip is only four minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on the Civil War. The worksheet helps students understand the importance of the Battle of Gettysburg and the Gettysburg Address. The video is great for visual learners and helps breaks up class time so stud
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4th - 12th
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Also included in: Gettysburg: Civil War Lesson Plan Collection Bundle
Ancient Asia Short Video Worksheet Collection Bundle
These 16 great video worksheets help cover the history of Asia from ancient times to the 1600s. My students enjoy and are engaged by these simple to use four minute video worksheets. Most importantly, they helped increase student knowledge and understanding of history and culture.Each video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on Asia. Each worksheet guides students through problems, inventions, or ideas that originate from Asia. The video
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4th - 12th
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13 Colonies Escape Room | The Escape Classroom
**SEE THE PREVIEW AND FIND OUT FOR YOURSELF WHY WE ARE THE ORIGINAL AND THE #1 ESCAPE ROOM MATERIAL USED BY THOUSANDS OF TEACHERS AND SCHOOLS**INCLUDES: 1) Escape Room Activity2) Handout Material3) Lesson Plan On Subject 4) Power Point Presentation5) Promotional Videos 6) How-To Video7) Count Downs 8) Test **The interactive nature of our videos set us apart from all other curriculum sources. Students LOVE our Super Villains, and will beg you for more. When was the last time your students begged
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3rd - 8th
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Ancient Greece: Music and Culture in 4 Minutes Video Worksheet
This video worksheet allows students to learn about music in Ancient Greece. The worksheet helps students better understand the culture and history of Ancient Greece. The video is great for visual learners and helps break up class time so students are more focused throughout the entire period. My students love these short engaging videos and have a better understanding of world history. This activity is very easy to use. All you have to do is hand out the worksheet to the students and play the
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4th - 12th
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Also included in: Ancient Greece in Four Minutes Video Worksheet Collection
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Martin Luther King Jr
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day and learn about his life and legacy with a technology integration resource. Utilizing Google Slides, students will engage in activities such as watching short videos, creating a timeline, and crafting their own "I Have a Dream" speech. As they explore the themes of peace, equality, and justice through the lens of Martin Luther King Jr.'s message, students will also reflect on how their own dreams can positively impact humanity. Perfect for use during Black Hi
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3rd - 5th
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Oregon Trail Escape Room | The Escape Classroom
**SEE THE PREVIEW AND FIND OUT FOR YOURSELF WHY WE ARE THE ORIGINAL AND THE #1 ESCAPE ROOM MATERIAL USED BY THOUSANDS OF TEACHERS AND SCHOOLS**INCLUDES: 1) Escape Room Activity2) Handout Material3) Lesson Plan On Subject 4) Power Point Presentation5) Promotional Videos 6) How-To Video7) Count Downs 8) Test **The interactive nature of our videos set us apart from all other curriculum sources. Students LOVE our Super Villains, and will beg you for more. When was the last time your students begged
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4th - 6th
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Civil War: Emancipation Proclamation in Four Minutes Video Worksheet
This video worksheet allows students learn about the Emancipation Proclamation. The video clip is only four minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on the Civil War. The worksheet helps students understand the importance of the Emancipation Proclamation. The video is great for visual learners and helps breaks up class time so students are more f
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4th - 12th
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The Cotton Gin and Eli Whitney in Five Minutes Video Worksheet
This video worksheet allows students learn about the Cotton Gin and Eli Whitney. The video clip is five minutes long, but it is packed full of information that will keep your students engaged.This video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on the early industrialization, slavery, and the origins of the Civil War. The worksheet helps students better understand the sometimes untended consequences of inventions. The video is great for visual
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4th - 12th
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Black History Month Martin Luther King Jr MLK Discovery Channel Video Sheet
Video Viewing Question sheet (with answers) that will help students actively watch the Discovery Channel show "Martin Luther King Jr and the Civil Rights Movement"A great video that is both interesting and informative, less than 30 minutes long makes for a perfect MLK Day history lesson. Viewing sheet can be graded or collected to keep students watching the video. Questions are written in order that they will be viewed during the show.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZVbs0RVm6E8or connect to my Y
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4th - 12th
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September 11 | Lesson Plan | Video | 9 11 | True Story | I Was There
✅ I Was There 9/11 is the first movie in a powerful and riveting animated series of true stories retold by the very people who lived through some of histories most remarkable and unthinkable events. This September 11, 2021 marks the 20th Anniversary of the day that changed our world. The recent events of Afghanistan are a reminder of what started it all, over 2o years ago. We who lived and remember that day owe it to the next generation to share our stories and to NEVER FORGET! ✅ I Was T
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3rd - 8th
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Symbols of the USA Grades 3-8 Coding Project
For Gr 3-8 classrooms studying Symbols of the USA, here's a coding project your students will love! This lesson includes video tutorial, student checklist and iconic US symbols uploaded into a Scratch project and ready to code. Teachers need no experience coding. Just put on the video and watch as your students have a blast creating their very own Symbols of the USA project using Scratch! *Note: Students will need a Scratch account to Remix this project.
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3rd - 8th
1950s Virtual Field Trip
Great for a decades day, social studies exploration, and/or just for fun! My students loved exploring the 1950s and comparing then to now.
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2nd - 6th
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Veterans Day Lesson Plan - Thank A Veteran! Multimedia, Thank You Cards
This multimedia, interactive Veterans Day lesson plan incorporates Eve Bunting's book, The Wall, or the Youtube presentation read by a veteran, as well as several history.com's short segments which support the lesson throughout. In addition, students interact with their parents and other relatives as they conduct a short interview in preparation for the thank you letters and cards. Inlcluded is a detailed lesson plan, suggested videos, parent letter, interview, sample letter to a veteran, lette
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4th - 8th
Hindu & Buddhist Temples & Synagogue Bundle: In-Person, Online, or Distance
You can download this as a:1. PDF/Print activityor2. A ready-to-go TPT Easel Activity. You can assign Easel lessons through Google Classroom or you can copy a link to it and paste it into any learning management system you use with your students. However, for the time being, students will need to log in with a Google email account in order to access the assignment. You can use TPT Easel for free with this resource. Click here for info on how to use TPT Easel for free.These online videos are p
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4th - 10th
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Civil War: Vicksburg Civil War Video Webquest
This is a simple and easy to use lesson plan. Have your students watch a great 20 minute video on the Vicksburg Campaign and answer the questions. The video is from a series by the Civil War Trust Organization.Click here to view the website.This video focuses on the major events within the Vicksburg Campaign. Students will find the video interesting and engaging. From my perspective this is the best and most student friendly documentary about the Vicksburg Campaign. I suggest pausing the video e
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4th - 12th
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