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2nd grade Autumn social studies outlines

Preview of Biography Timeline Graphic Organizer Template

Biography Timeline Graphic Organizer Template

Created by
Mrs Gaffney
I always tell my students that a biography is the story of a person's life, as though a timeline was put into narrative form. For their upcoming writing project on a historical figure, I plan to have them prewrite by turning their research into a timeline. This template should keep them on the right track and help them see what is most important. Let me know how you use it in your classroom!
Preview of Famous Person Research Outline Form and Brochure Template

Famous Person Research Outline Form and Brochure Template

Created by
Lisa Sadler
Research form to use to record information while researching a famous or influential person . Also included is a template for a tri-fold brochure. Both forms collate to make it easy to transfer information for primary students or SPED students. Brochure template is cut out and glued onto a large piece of construction paper (18 x 12) which is folded into thirds to form the the tri-fold brochure. Research outline comes in TWO versions - both have same information, however, one form has a larg
Preview of SOLAR & LUNAR ECLIPSE 2024 ACTIVITY KINDERGARTEN HATS CRAFT SUN MOON EARTH CROWN

SOLAR & LUNAR ECLIPSE 2024 ACTIVITY KINDERGARTEN HATS CRAFT SUN MOON EARTH CROWN

Created by
FREE YOUR HEART
SOLAR AND LUNAR ECLIPSE CRAFTS: HAT CRAFTS OF THE SUN, EARTH AND MOON IN COLOR AND BLACK AND WHITEAre you looking for fun eclipse activities to engage young learners and help them better understand what goes on during an eclipse? This crafts pack is a must have! It contains three hat templates of the sun, Earth and moon, both in color and bw. These hats/ headbands could also be used throughout the rest of the year for other science lessons!Kids will love making and wearing these hats for ecli
Preview of GEOGRAPHY | 50 U.S. State Maps Outlines (K-12)

GEOGRAPHY | 50 U.S. State Maps Outlines (K-12)

GEOGRAPHY | 50 U.S. State Maps Outlines (K-12). Map outlines for all American occasions: history, physical, political, or specialty. Ideal for reports, labeling, or patriotic projects. Unfortunately, maps will not create a scaled puzzle. Preview same as Download.About the collection:Files are 8.5" x 11" in PDF & PNG. Product purchase is for organizational services. Maps are compiled from various free online sources and clarity is not always consistent. Please view Preview to see if maps mee
Preview of Thanksgiving Opinion Writing Activity | Skip the Turkey

Thanksgiving Opinion Writing Activity | Skip the Turkey

Gobble your way into this turkey themed opinion writing activity! The Thanksgiving opinion writing piece includes everything you need for a super engaging writing lesson. Plus they will get extra practice with writing in a letter format. ABOUT THIS FALL OPINION WRITING PIECE:Students pretend they are the turkey! Yikes! They need to convince the farmer to change up the menu for Thanksgiving. Students will then write a letter to the farmer explaining what food item should be served instead!INCLUDE
Preview of STATE REPORT TEMPLATE Research Project Graphic Organizer 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Grade

STATE REPORT TEMPLATE Research Project Graphic Organizer 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Grade

STATE REPORT TEMPLATE Research Project Graphic Organizer 1st 2nd 3rd 4th GradeHere's an easy and fun research template for your students to use as they research about states!ā¤ CLICK HERE TO FOLLOW GREEN APPLE LESSONS!
Preview of 10 Compare & Contrast Graphic Organizers

10 Compare & Contrast Graphic Organizers

Created by
Peddler
This is a collection of 10 one-page graphic organizers that support the teaching of Compare and Contrast strategies. It can be used in all subject areas and across a broad age/grade-level range. Provides a variety of diagrams beyond the basic two circle Venn diagram illustration. Younger students are able to map their ideas on many of the organizers.
Preview of Black History Month Crafts and Black History Month Bulletin Board Music Science

Black History Month Crafts and Black History Month Bulletin Board Music Science

Created by
Sweet Sensations
This set of 23 Black History Month activities includes hands-on crafts and projects to engage your students and get them excited about historical and modern day figures and events! Leave the worksheets behind and inspire your students with these activities in a meaningful way that they will remember. These activities make a great bulletin board!Suitable for second and third grade, these activities have been successfully used with elementary aged students from K-5. Use your professional judgeme
Preview of CANADIAN Black History Month BUNDLE

CANADIAN Black History Month BUNDLE

A collection of 3 Canadian Black History Resources for your classroom!Included in this bundle you will get:12 Coloured Informational Posters of important Canadian Black Figures in our nation's history (6 illustrated and 6 real-life photographs)1 Printable Booklet that corresponds to the 6 figures in the posters:The booklet has 1 cover, 6 blank activity pages for each figure, and 1 blank research template page for their own figure to research.6 BLANK Biography Poster templates (1 for each of the
Preview of Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico

Created by
Educaclipart
This is a .pdf file with 12 coloring pages. It include all pages shown on the preview. The images are:1. Puerto Rico cover coloring page2. Flag - La bandera3. Map - el mapa de Puerto Rico4. Flag in map form - bandera con la forma del mapa5. Race - nuestra raza6. Old San Juan "La garita"7. National flower "La maga" - Flor "La maga"8. Music instruments - instrumentos musicales9. National dance "La plena" dancers10. National dance " La bomba" dancers11. "Vejigante"12. "Vejigante" mask - mƔscara ve
Preview of Dinosaurs Clip Art Commercial use

Dinosaurs Clip Art Commercial use

Created by
Clipartino
Cute Dinosaur Clip Art Commercial use/ Dino Clipart includes: fern * dino egg* volcano* Bones with skull Dinosaur* bone *dinosaur skeleton* ankylosaurus* apatosaurus* ichthyosaurus* pterodactyl* stegosaurus* triceratops* tyrannosaur* tyrannosaurus rex *tyrannosaurus rex.Download preview with free clipart inside license included!All18 png files transparent background+jpgand 17 png black-white coloring outlines files+jpgFor personal and small commercial use!!!! See more animals clipartDinosaurs of
Preview of VETERANS DAY CRAFT CROWN ACTIVITY HAT TEMPLATE CRAFTIVITY KINDERGARTEN HEADBAND

VETERANS DAY CRAFT CROWN ACTIVITY HAT TEMPLATE CRAFTIVITY KINDERGARTEN HEADBAND

Created by
FREE YOUR HEART
VETERANS DAY CRAFT FOR KINDERGARTEN, 1ST GRADE AND MORE (NOVEMBER CRAFT ACTIVITY)Are you looking for fun 'Veterans Day' activities? You've come to the right place! Kids will love making and wearing this hat on 'Veterans Day'! This resource contains a cute hat template, both in color and bw. Simply choose the most adequate template for your class (color/ bw), print and go! Children can look at the colored template to color their own hat. After the kids have colored their hat, cut out and sta
Preview of Martin Luther King Jr Craft and Writing Prompt Mini Book Activities 3rd Grade

Martin Luther King Jr Craft and Writing Prompt Mini Book Activities 3rd Grade

Created by
Sweet Sensations
Looking for a meaningful yet age appropriate way to introduce younger students to the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.? This flip book activity and hands-on engaging craft allows learners to reflect on the impact that they can have on the world after learning about the legacy of Dr. King. Makes an amazing bulletin board for Black History Month and social studies.*Please note, you will need 12 x 18 construction paper for the craft*For a Martin Luther King bulletin board you can use for Black
Preview of I Can Statements Kindergarten Science & Social Studies

I Can Statements Kindergarten Science & Social Studies

This product contains all of the "I can.." statements for the entire year for Kindergarten Science & Social Studies. *Perfectly aligned with Journey's Kindergarten Common Core* Each statement says "I can" followed by a 3 part objective (condition, behavior, criterion.) BUT I made this product EDITABLE, so you can delete the unnecessary information if your school doesn't use the 3 part objective :) There are a total of 32 objectives. If you like this product, you might also like my oth
Preview of Arizona Information Guide

Arizona Information Guide

Need help teaching the symbols of Arizona? Here is all the information you need.Guide includes information on the state flag, tree, flower, bird and the 5 C's of Arizona (cattle, citrus, climate, copper and cotton).Don't forget to download the student booklet! Check out my store, Making Mountains Out of Molehills.
Preview of Country Fact Sheet

Country Fact Sheet

A fact sheet that can be used as students research countries of the world. Includes space for students to write the official name, capital, important cities, official languages, flag, climate, products, and three facts.
Preview of How To Carve a Pumpkin: Writing Activity

How To Carve a Pumpkin: Writing Activity

How To Carve a Pumpkin: Writing Activity Your students will enjoy this simple writing activity on how to carve a pumpkin. Perfect for FALL! If you cover How-to writing during the month of October and November, you're in luck! What is included? - Steps on how to carve a pumpkin (in case your students have never carved a pumpkin or in case you forgot:D ) - 3 Brainstorming sheets - Final Draft decorative writing paper - Teaching Rubric - "My Writing Rubric" - a self-check for the students!
Preview of Pioneer Writing Stationary

Pioneer Writing Stationary

Created by
Conner Creations
Have students use this as final copy paper for a story about pioneers, an informational report, or a book report. See my Pioneer Activities Pack for this and other activities bundled together for a discount.
Preview of History of Our Country Outline and Printables K-2

History of Our Country Outline and Printables K-2

Using a New York Social Studies text for first grade, I created an outline and some interactive readings for my students from the unit "This is Our Country." The topics that are covered are Native Americans, Early travelers to America, The Pilgrims, The Colonies, the Declaration of Independence, and a touch of the Revolutionary War. The last part of this product is a United States symbols reader. Please let me know if you have any questions about this product before purchasing! No answer key
Preview of Habitat Flipbook

Habitat Flipbook

This habitat flipbook includes 8 pages. Each page has parts where students will fill in different information about what a habitat is as well as 6 example habitats. Each habitat page also includes a picture of the habitat for students to color. The booklet was made to accompany the BrainPOP Jr. habitat videos. The pages included are: Title Page What is a habitat? Forest Rainforest Desert Arctic Freshwater Ocean To put the flipbook together cut along the dotted gray lines. Align the pages shor
Preview of Autumn Pop Art

Autumn Pop Art

AUTUMN POP ARTTransform your classroom or home into a vibrant autumn art studio with these "Autumn Pop Art Coloring Pages." This captivating collection of meticulously designed coloring pages infuses the essence of fall with the dynamic flair of Pop Art, creating a delightful and educational resource for artists of all ages.Each coloring page showcases iconic autumn elements, from colorful leaves and pumpkins to umbrellas and mugs of hot cocoa. What sets these pages apart is their fusion of bold
Preview of Fall Errorless Sentence Helpers - Printable and Digital

Fall Errorless Sentence Helpers - Printable and Digital

Created by
Miss Lulu
Do your students struggle to write complete sentences that make sense? These Sentence Helpers are designed to provide scaffolded instruction for students with disabilities, beginning with errorless teaching and eventually fading prompting for student's to generate their own sentences. This product includes 16 different fall themed sentence helpers, each at three phases. A digital version is also included. Students can open the file with Google Slides, drag the circle to choose the word to comple
Preview of Henry Ford | Worksheet Activity Inventor Inventions Timeline 1st 2nd 3rd Grade

Henry Ford | Worksheet Activity Inventor Inventions Timeline 1st 2nd 3rd Grade

Henry Ford | Worksheet Activity Inventor Inventions Timeline 1st 2nd 3rd GradeHere's a cut and paste timeline that you can use with your studies on Henry Ford. This makes a great follow up activity to my Henry Ford PowerPoint Lessonā¤ CLICK HERE TO FOLLOW GREEN APPLE LESSONS!
Preview of Time Travel to Settlements in the New World - Complete Unit

Time Travel to Settlements in the New World - Complete Unit

Created by
Lauren Mongada
I decided to help engage my kids in history this year by learning history through the eyes of a time traveler. This unit is made up of 4 lessons. Each lesson contains a PowerPoint and a note taking guide. Spanish Colonies in the Americas: In this PPT, kids will go back in time to the Spanish Colony in Americas / New Spain. They will meet and learn from 5 people including Aztecs, Spanish Soldiers, Peninsulares (upper class), Spanish Missionaries, and Timucua Indians. Roanoke/Jamestown (English
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