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7th grade social studies teacher manuals for Google Apps

Preview of First Day of School Slides (Rules & Procedures, Icebreaker Activity & More!)

First Day of School Slides (Rules & Procedures, Icebreaker Activity & More!)

Created by
MrsTaylorMora
Need help planning your first day of school? Unsure of what rules, expectations, and procedures to cover? Not quite sure how to introduce yourself to your new students? Worry no more. I've got you! In these editable Google Slides, you will have access to:Teacher introduction slidesRulesProceduresAn icebreaker activityand more!The slides are completely editable. Feel free to modify these to suit your classroom, personal teaching style, grade level, and subject.
Preview of Strategies for Teaching Vocabulary with Google Slide™ Templates

Strategies for Teaching Vocabulary with Google Slide™ Templates

Are your students struggling with vocabulary word after vocabulary word? Have you discovered that copying the word and definition from the back of the book really doesn’t work? These instructional strategies are for you! You will receive over 20 vocabulary instructional strategies and templates designed for upper elementary and secondary Social Studies students. This resource has been updated to include Google Slide™ templates for Distance Learning. This strategy manual includes:- Say What? – i
Preview of Social Studies Writing Strategies with Google Slides

Social Studies Writing Strategies with Google Slides

Writing is a key aspect of Social Studies instruction. But are you struggling to come up with new ideas? Look no further! This strategy manual includes:- Building a Base – students write predictions on units of study based on clues - Chalk Talk – allow students to reflect and generate ideas- Write Around – students collaborate of a piece of writing- Magnet Summary – write a summary based on key ideas- RAFT – Role, Audience, Format and Topic to guide writing- Brochure – guide students to develop
Preview of Personal Finance Curriculum and Simulation

Personal Finance Curriculum and Simulation

Created by
John Sperry
This personal finance unit is a comprehensive unit in three parts that instructs, models and practices personal finance for students from middle school through high school. WARNING: All of the state-based information is specific to the state of Oregon. It can all be modified for your state or you can use the existing materials to teach for a basic understanding of state-based finances.Highlights of the curriculum include:An instruction book that teaches the importance of responsible personal fin
Preview of 200 Report Card Comments!- Grades 4-7

200 Report Card Comments!- Grades 4-7

Created by
MsJordyn
The perfect tool to help you when completing progress reports and report cards throughout all parts of the school year!Comments across reading, writing, and social studies. Comments for academic and personal behaviors. I am currently working to add math comments. All purchases will receive a copy of math comments when updated.
Preview of FRENCH | ENQUÊTE | INQUIRY | CRITICAL THINKING | SUSTAINABILITY & FUTURE

FRENCH | ENQUÊTE | INQUIRY | CRITICAL THINKING | SUSTAINABILITY & FUTURE

Created by
French Made Fun
Ignite middle schoolers' curiosity with our inquiry-based project on imports, exports, energy, and electricity. Cross-curricular and transdisciplinary, it fosters critical thinking through reading, writing, and research. Transform learning with a dynamic, comprehensive experience!Take a look at the preview to see first-hand what you can expect in this mega-resource that was a labour of love for me!This 146-page unit will provide you with content, activities, projects, rubrics, simulations and di
Preview of MESOAMERICAN CIVILIZATIONS (MAYAS, AZTECS AND INCAS) G. SLIDE PRESENTATION

MESOAMERICAN CIVILIZATIONS (MAYAS, AZTECS AND INCAS) G. SLIDE PRESENTATION

THIS COMPLETE SLIDE PRESENTATION WILL MAKE YOUR LIFE EASIER! This is the slide presentation you need to teach the 3 major Mesoamerican civilizations, the Mayas, the Incas, and the Aztecs. It's complete with geography, economics, politics, achievements, and much more about each of them. It also includes videos, maps, and central questions to deepen the class discussions and promote student interaction during the lecture. Also, it's 100% editable so that you can adapt it according to your classroo
Preview of Quick Reference Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies (Grades 6-12)

Quick Reference Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies (Grades 6-12)

I made this resource to make it easier to scroll through the CCSS for History/Social Studies (Grades 6-12.) I thought it might be useful for high school teachers who use CCSS!It has, from left to right, grades 6-12.If you’d like a sample of how these Quick Reference Standards spreadsheets work, consider checking out my Quick Reference for California Theater Arts Standards.Source:Grades 6-12 Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, & Technical Subjects (Common Core State Standards Initiat
Preview of IEP Meeting Checklist Case Manager Special Education Teacher, CSE FREE

IEP Meeting Checklist Case Manager Special Education Teacher, CSE FREE

Created by
Equitable ELA
Looking for a FREE NO-PREP, EDITABLE, DIGITAL & PRINT IEP CSE Meeting Case Manager Special Education Teacher Checklist? This checklist is comprehensive and simple to fill out with one click or one print! THREE versions are available and all can be edited. Breakdowns of report collection are suitable for middle and high school!INCLUDED:1. 100% editable Google docs checklistsTHREE VERSIONS (horizontal and vertical AND PDFs of each)1. digital one-click checkboxes2. blank templates3. 1-page chec
Preview of Prehistory and Early Humans Unit Plan and Lesson Overview

Prehistory and Early Humans Unit Plan and Lesson Overview

If you are looking to see an example of how we structure our Early Humans unit, you are in the right place! This free resource shares what we do during our Early Humans unit, approximately how long we spend on each activity or topic, and how the activities all fit together.This resource can give you an idea about how we teach Early Humans and help you decide what to include in your unit. Feel free to use this plan as an outline for what to include in your Early Human unit or use the editable pla
Preview of On this day in history...Year long calendar

On this day in history...Year long calendar

Created by
Keri Compton
This makes a great Bellringer or Warm-up activity. Events are listed Jan 1-Dec 31st. Brief enough that students could do research to find out more. Consise and in one place. Used https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history and promotional calendar by WorldStrides Travel Company
Preview of Course Syllabus - Middle School or High School, Student-Centered Classroom!

Course Syllabus - Middle School or High School, Student-Centered Classroom!

With this syllabus, you can set up your class year to have a student-centered classroom build on mutual respect and accountability. This sample syllabus is easy to navigate for both teachers and students, and includes all applicable sections needed for a successful school year.For each section, we have included recommendations and examples of how you can communicate relevant information. You need a syllabus that is the "holy text" for your classroom, for your entire school year. With this syl
Preview of Junior 4-6 Music - FULL UNIT & LESSONS - Hear My Voice

Junior 4-6 Music - FULL UNIT & LESSONS - Hear My Voice

Created by
Eaton Education
Created by a seasoned music teacher, Hear My Voice is a moving Indigenous-inspired Orff Arrangement & lesson sequence for Junior grades (4-6) that is engaging, musically satisfying, and challenging. This unit enhances ensemble playing, creativity, and musical understanding including triplets, chord change, a variety of other rhythms, and includes composition/improvisation for final performance. This activity can also be connected directly to the Language Arts curriculum through poetry.This
Preview of Asset Mapping Lesson Plan

Asset Mapping Lesson Plan

Created by
Callie Natelli
Asset mapping is a powerful way to get students thinking about how they view and occupy the world around them. Asset mapping calls on students to think about their community through their perspective, and then debrief with others to compare! This activity can challenge students to think differently about their community - serving as a nice segway into historical empathy, classroom community, SEL, and more.
Preview of Mindfulness Interventions

Mindfulness Interventions

Created by
Soulful Support
Step into a world of compassionate support with our Mindfulness Interventions Presentation tailored for middle and high school social workers and counselors! This dynamic resource is your compass for guiding students through life's twists and turns. This presentation gives you a guide for interventions for anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, self compassion, and pain from the past. Our friendly presentation is a treasure trove of practical interventions, providing a holistic approach to nur
Preview of Back to School Night Flyers & Presentation  Middle School  EDITABLE

Back to School Night Flyers & Presentation Middle School EDITABLE

Created by
MrsTeacherStore
These resources were created using Google slides and doc so they are entirely editable. One flyer was created using Canva, you can easily edit it on the free website.Included in this resource is everything you need to have a smooth Back to School Night. These resources are from a middle school perspective since that is what I'm currently teaching. Please Note: the presentation I share with parents is included, representing the actual content I personally utilize, rather than a template.In this r
Preview of Mapping CNN10 News Stories with Google Maps

Mapping CNN10 News Stories with Google Maps

Created by
Donnie Herneisen
Many people use worksheets to track CNN10.com and current events, but I wanted my students to track where in the world those events are occurring. This resource leads you through the easy step-by-step process of creating a Google Map that visually tracks stories, and can be shared between teacher and student (through Google Classroom). This works best in a 1:1 classroom, but could also be done on a bi-weekly schedule in computer labs, or at home on a computer.
Preview of Middle Ages Unit Plan and Lesson Overview | Medieval Europe

Middle Ages Unit Plan and Lesson Overview | Medieval Europe

If you are looking to see an example of how we structure our Middle Ages unit, you are in the right place! This free resource shares what we do during our Middle Ages unit, approximately how long we spend on each activity or topic, and how the activities all fit together.This resource can give you an idea about how we teach Middle Ages and help you decide what to include in your unit. Feel free to use this plan as an outline for what to include in your Middle Ages unit or use the editable planni
Preview of Upper Grades Behavior Monitoring Chart

Upper Grades Behavior Monitoring Chart

I was looking for a way to track warnings I find myself giving out throughout the day. It seems like there are TONS of behavior management resources for elementary, but not for secondary grades. My hope is that this can be useful to keeping track of behaviors in class so you don't end up giving out warnings forever! This helpful data tracking tool can also be used for IEPs, parent teacher conferences, or admin referrals. This is a google drive resource, so you can make copy and customize to your
Preview of Dar and the Spear-Thrower Digital Novel Study - Chapter Overviews and Tests

Dar and the Spear-Thrower Digital Novel Study - Chapter Overviews and Tests

Created by
The ESL Nexus
Are you reading Dar and the Spear-Thrower with your students? This digital resource includes a broad lesson plan for every chapter plus 2 tests, one for the first half of the novel and one for the second half. Answer keys are provided for the tests.✓ Please note:* When you purchase this resource, you’ll receive a PDF file that includes the link to the Google Drive materials.* The activities referenced in this product are not included in this resource and must be purchased separately.* If you pr
Preview of Counseling Forms & School Counselor Resources

Counseling Forms & School Counselor Resources

This is an editable ever growing bundle with multiple Counseling materials and Counselor Resources. This folder bundle has been a life saver for me when I start a new term. The following are a part of the bundle:1. Awareness Feedback Form (google forms) 2. Counselor Daily Activity Log(2 templates)3. Counselor Intake Form4. Counselor Referral Form5. Newsletter Template6. Parents Communication Letters (5 letters)7. Time Task Analysis8. Counselor Room Posters9. Counselor Appointment slips10. 'Share
Preview of Ancient History Scope and Sequence (NYS 6th Grade Aligned)

Ancient History Scope and Sequence (NYS 6th Grade Aligned)

This is a rigorous standards-aligned scope and sequence. It was created for 6th grade social studies in New York, and is aligned to both the NYS Social Studies Standards and the Next Generation History Standards. It can easily be adapted for similar standards in other states. The s&s begins with a geography unit and then covers ancient history of the Eastern Hemisphere, beginning with the Neolithic Revolution and ending with the Age of Exploration. Part 1 of this resource outlines units and
Preview of Google My Maps Application User's Guide and Use Ideas

Google My Maps Application User's Guide and Use Ideas

This product includes detailed instructions for how to use the Google application "My Maps." My Maps allows users to create a custom, collaborative map with locations, descriptions, images, videos, and more of their choice. My Maps is a great way to incorporate technology, encourage student collaboration, and increase student engagement. This product includes: -a general description of uses for My Maps -over 20 pages of detailed instructions for using My Maps, including pictures and examples t
Preview of Grading Criteria for 6th Grade Social Studies

Grading Criteria for 6th Grade Social Studies

This provides an easy breakdown of grading criteria for teacher, student and administration use.
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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.