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8th grade social studies unit plans for Google Apps
Civil War Unit | 5th Grade - 8th Grade
This Civil War unit covers the causes, events, and effects of the American Civil War.I’ve made these Civil War activities as easy as possible for busy teachers to implement. From thorough lesson plans to answer keys – it's all there. This unit will prepare you to teach about complex topics like slavery, The Emancipation Proclamation, Gettysburg, and Reconstruction. Even better, I've made it fun! The 15 Civil War lessons are filled with engaging activities, and students will never do the same ac
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5th - 8th
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Titanic Activities Bundle | Passenger Research | Comprehension | Titanic Math
HUGE Titanic bundle of Titanic reading comprehension resources, activities, PowerPoint, and SO much more! Your students will love the Titanic even more after diving into their study of the ship using these resources! Cover the basics and the more unique aspects of the Titanic with these literacy, math, and social studies connections.These Titanic activities cover everything from the construction of the Titanic to the discovery of the ship on the bottom of the Atlantic. Unique aspects, such as
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4th - 8th
American Revolution | Revolutionary War Unit
This American Revolution unit covers the causes, events, and effects of the Revolutionary War. But this unit proves that history doesn't have to be boring. Your students will love the week-long Revolutionary War simulation where they join the Continental Army and adopt a new identity as a soldier, spy, or officer.Even better, I've made these Revolutionary War activities as easy as possible for busy teachers to implement. From thorough lesson plans to answer keys – it's all there. This unit will
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5th - 8th
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Colonial America | 13 Colonies Unit
This Colonial America unit covers the history of the Southern, Middle, and New England colonies. These activities prove that learning about the 13 colonies doesn't have to be boring! I’ve made these Colonial America activities as easy as possible for busy teachers to implement. From thorough lesson plans to answer keys – it's all there. This unit will prepare you to teach about complex topics like slavery, reasons for colonization, the Salem Witch Trials, and Colonial Fur Trading. Even better, I
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5th - 8th
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World War 1 Unit: WW1 PPTs, Guided Notes, Worksheets, Plans, Test + Google Apps
World War I Unit Bundled covers the the atmosphere in Europe leading up the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, World War 1, and finishes with the Treaty of Versailles and its contribution to World War II. This unit includes World War 1 PowerPoints with video clips and presenter notes. Unit also includes, warm up PowerPoints, informational text documents, including timeline with questions, primary source documents, exit tickets, crossword review, Kahoot review game, and editable assessmen
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Road to Revolution Unit | Events Leading to the Declaration of Independence
This Road to Revolution unit covers the events that led to the Declaration of Independence. Even better, a hands-on simulation will bring history to life! In order to better understand the American Revolution, students will adopt a colonist identity and experience events like the tea act, the stamp act, and the Boston Tea Party. They will truly feel the struggle of "taxation without representation." Students also participate in Continental Congresses, where they decide how to respond to the taxe
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5th - 8th
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Age of Exploration Unit | Age of Discovery
This complete unit covers the causes and effects of the Age of Exploration (also called the Age of Discovery or the Age of Encounter). Students learn about major European explorers, why they explored, and how their actions affected Native Americans. I’ve made these Age of Exploration activities as easy as possible for busy teachers to implement. From detailed lesson plans to complete answer keys – it's all there. This unit will prepare you to teach about complex topics like Precolumbian Civiliza
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5th - 8th
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Westward Expansion Unit | 5th Grade - 8th Grade
This Westward Expansion unit covers the causes, events, and effects of American Westward Expansion.I’ve made these Westward activities as easy as possible for busy teachers to implement. From thorough lesson plans to answer keys – it's all there. This history unit will prepare you to teach about complex topics like Manifest Destiny, the Indian Removal Act, the expansion of slavery, the Mexican-American War, the California gold rush, and more. Even better, I've made it fun! The 15 Westwawrd less
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5th - 8th
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Ancient Rome Empire World History Activities Unit | Ancient Rome Activities Unit
In this Ancient Rome and Roman Empire Resources Unit, you receive 15 activities to teach ancient Rome, the Roman Republic, the Roman Empire, the rise of Julius Caesar, the Rise of Christianity, and much more! My ancient Rome unit bundle is filled with Google 1:1 ready resources and activities that will excite your classroom on your study of Ancient Rome. Since traditional and 1:1 digital versions are included, this unit is ideal for distance learning. This bundle saves you over 30% instead of
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5th - 9th
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Middle Ages and Medieval Europe Unit Activities for World History Middle Ages
In this super engaging Middle Ages Unit, you receive 16 highly-engaging resources and activities for Charlemagne, the Fall of Rome, the rise of Feudalism, the Catholic Church, the Crusades, Magna Carta, and much more! Each resource is Google 1:1 compatible and these Middle Ages resources will excite your classroom on your study of the Medieval Europe! This bundle saves you over 30% instead of purchasing each activity separately! Instead of paying almost $55 separately, buy this unit for only $
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5th - 9th
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Also included in: Middle Ages Bundle | Medieval Europe and Japan | Medieval Times Bundle
Aztec, Maya, Inca, & Mesoamerica Unit for World and American History
In this Mesoamerica Unit Bundle on the Aztecs, Incas, and Mayans, you receive 9 engaging and hands-on resources to teach about Aztec inventions, Inca culture, Tenochtitlan, the disappearance of the Maya, Spanish conquistadors, and much more. Buy this bundle and save considerably over purchasing each lesson separately! In this highly-engaging Inca, Aztec, and Maya Bundle, you receive the following 9 resources:✔ 1.) Aztecs and Incas - A Comparing and Contrasting Scavenger Hunt!✔ 2.) Aztecs and Th
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5th - 9th
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US Constitution Unit | 5th Grade - 8th Grade
This U.S. Constitution unit covers how the Constitution was created and how the US government works. Your students will love the simulation where they are delegates at a Constitutional Convention who debate and vote on issues like presidential terms and representation in Congress. I’ve made these US Constitution activities as easy as possible for busy teachers to implement. From thorough lesson plans to answer keys – it's all there. This unit will prepare you to teach about complex topics like t
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5th - 8th
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Ancient Greece Activities Unit for World History and Ancient Civilizations
In this Ancient Greece Activities and Resources Unit, you receive 15 highly engaging Ancient Greece and Ancient Civilizations activities and resources that will excite and engage your class on the study of Ancient Greece, Athens, Sparta, the Olympics, Alexander the Great, and much more. This bundle saves you over 30% over buying each activity separately!Each Ancient Greece activity aligns very easily with the new ELA Common Core standards! Also, each resource in this Greece Unit includes both p
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5th - 9th
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Ancient China Activities World History Unit | 9 Ancient Civilizations Resources
In my best-selling Ancient China Unit, you will receive 9 highly-engaging Ancient China resources to teach the Chinese philosophies, the Silk Road, ancient China geography, the Chinese dynasties, Confucius, Laozi, Daoism, Legalism, and more! This bundle saves you 30% over buying each activity separately!Plus, each resource in this Ancient China Unit bundle includes both a paper in-class version and a 1:1 Google compatible version to be used in conjunction with Google Classroom. Just follow th
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5th - 9th
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Civil Rights Movement Unit: PPTs, Guided Notes, Worksheets, Test + Google Apps
The Civil Rights Movement Unit Bundled includes Civil Rights Movement PowerPoints, primary source doc worksheets, an activity, warm-ups, exit tickets, crossword puzzle review, a Kahoot! review game, and editable assessment, all bound together by daily lesson plans. Civil Rights PowerPoints with presenter notes are packed with primary source documents, and stunning visuals. I have used these lectures with AP, Honors and regular students. PowerPoints also include 9 embedded YouTube videos for stu
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Causes of the American Revolution + Revolutionary War Activities Lesson Unit
The American Revolution and Revolutionary War unit plan features 16 lessons and activities to teach the 13 Colonies' war for independence. Students learn the impact of the Enlightenment, the French and Indian War, the Boston Massacre, the variety of acts placed by the British Parliament, the Declaration of Independence, the Sons of Liberty, and much more. This 16-lesson activity bundle is Google-ready and is ideal for in-class or distance learning! This Causes of the Revolutionary War and Ame
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5th - 8th
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US Constitution Activities Lessons | Bill of Rights Articles of Confederation
This Constitution unit bundle includes 16 activities to teach the Articles of Confederation, US Constitution, government, the Bill of Rights, the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial Branches, Checks and Balances, Federalism, the 27 Amendments, how Laws are Created, the Electoral College, landmark Supreme Court decisions, much, much more. The 16 resources included in the US Constitution Unit Bundle are:✔ 1.) Are all Governments Equal?. In this lesson, students will work individually or in groups
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5th - 8th
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Cold War Unit: PPTs, Worksheets, Guided Notes, Kahoot!, Test + Google Apps
The Cold War Unit Bundled includes Cold War PowerPoints with short video links, primary source readings, maps, and assessment/test, all bound together by daily lesson plans. Each lesson begins with a warm-up, and continues with PowerPoint notes, a primary source document reading or map activity and an exit ticket. Unit also includes a Kahoot! online review game tailored for the exam, and an assessment/test. I have used these lessons with Honors and regular students. Cold War PowerPoints include
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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World War I (WWI) UNIT BUNDLE (PDF and Google Docs Formats)
***FULL PREVIEW AVAILABLE***Increase student growth and engagement while saving time, energy, and money! This bundle has everything you need and more! Resources are available in PDF and Google Docs formats! It is perfect for textbook free classrooms - just print and go or use the digital versions to reach your learners virtually!Bundled products are listed below. Specific descriptions can be found through the linked pages:World War I Summary Reading PassageWWI PowerPoint with Guided Notes Outli
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6th - 10th
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Industrial Revolution Unit: PPTs, Guided Notes, Worksheets, Test + GoogleApps
The Industrial Revolution Unit includes Industrial Revolution PowerPoints with video and presenter notes. Unit also includes, warm up PowerPoints, a timeline analysis activity, primary source lessons, exit tickets, crossword review, Kahoot! review game, video/video guide, and assessment, no book necessary. Everything is put together with detailed daily lesson plans. Just copy and paste into your lesson plans. There is much material in this bundle. It is an amazing deal! This Industrial Revoluti
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
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Grade 7 History Bundle New France, British North America, and Conflict 1713-1850
In this comprehensive unit, Grade 7 History Bundle New France, British North America, and Conflict and Challenges 1713-1850 teachers are equipped with 45 in-depth, engaging, and cross-curricular lessons. These lessons will help teachers to immerse their Grade 7 students in the fascinating world of Canadian history. Covering New France, British North America, and the Conflict and Challenges eras from 1713 to 1850, this unit seamlessly integrates Language Arts and History providing a rich and dive
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7th - 8th
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Aztec, Maya, Inca: Lesson Plans & Activities Bundle- Digital Resources & Print
With over 320 pages divided into 8 easy-to-follow subfolders, you’ll have all of the Aztec, Maya, and Inca lesson plans, activities, reading passages, guided notes with worksheets, & assessments you’ll need to teach like a superhero! This unit is perfect for both a paper-driven or Google classroom environment.This awesome student-centered Mesoamerican Civilizations Unit has students explore and review the big idea six key concepts (GRAPES). Plus, all of our curriculum units have embedded stu
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5th - 8th
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Grade 7/8 Canadian History Bundle 1713-1914
Stop using your weekend to plan your lessons! Use this Grade 7/8 Canadian History Bundle to lessen your planning load. This resource will help your students embark on a thrilling journey through Canadian history from 1713-1914. Your students will be transported through time, gaining valuable insights and understanding of the key events that shaped the nation we know today. This comprehensive and dynamic curriculum package is designed for your classroom needs.These 85 meticulously crafted lessons
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7th - 9th
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World Religions Unit - PPTs, Worksheets, Plans, Guided Notes, Test + GoogleApps
World Religions Unit Bundled covers the development, traditions and practices of the world’s most influential religions. (Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam) Unit also includes, warm up PowerPoints, informational text documents with questions, primary source lessons, exit tickets, crossword review, Kahoot! review game, video/video guide, and assessment. Everything is put together with detailed daily lesson plans. Just copy and paste to your lesson plans. This is an Amazing Deal!
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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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.
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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.
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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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