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Social studies Common Core CCRA.W.3 activities
Greek Mythology Unit - Greek Mythology Projects - Ancient Greece Unit Activities
This Greek Mythology Unit contains over 200 pages and it is the perfect addition to an Ancient Greece Interactive Notebook or Ancient Greece unit. These Greek mythology projects and activities include full text versions of a variety of Ancient Greek myths, telling the tales of the Olympians and other Greek Gods and Goddesses. It contains all of the resources, foldable activities, graphic organizers, and mythology worksheets you need to teach your students about the gods, goddesses, heroes, and m
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4th - 7th
NATIONAL PARK Research Projects | USA American Landmarks Report Activities
This bundle of 30 national park brochure projects is a fantastic way for your students to explore a huge variety of landscapes across North America. Each no-prep activity can be completed in a few different ways. You can provide your students with the information to fill out their brochures, or have them find the information through Internet research. If your students are inexperienced with Internet research, guide them through the process by projecting a search that you lead. NPS.gov and Britta
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3rd - 8th
Ancient Egypt Unit Projects and Activities - Egypt Map - Pyramids Worksheets
This Ancient Egypt Unit Bundle has over 350 pages of Egypt projects and activities. It contains Ancient Egypt reading passages, an Ancient Egypt timeline, comprehension questions, an Ancient Egypt map, foldable activities, projects, graphic organizers, and more! ✅Be sure to click on the previews for detailed descriptions and images of exactly what is included in this package.✅SAVE $$$$ BY PURCHASING THIS COMPLETE BUNDLE OF EGYPT PROJECTS AND ACTIVITIES AT A REDUCED PRICE! This is a HUGE value w
Grades:
4th - 7th
Emergency Sub Plans for Social Studies (Google Drive + PDF)
This set of Emergency Sub Plans for Social Studies contains 14 editable activities for both Google Drive and PDF...making them perfect for any unexpected absences, distance learning, or whenever you need a last-minute lesson idea and don't have time to create something from scratch! Each of the 14 activities even contains an editable note for the sub with the directions typed out and ready to go!These 14 activities can work for ANY Social Studies subject! Here is a list of exactly what is includ
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6th - 9th
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Introduction to Broadcast Journalism Bundle
Teaching Broadcast Journalism? Wondering where to start? This Bundle will help you introduce your students to the basics of Broadcasting and get you started on producing your own school newscasts! If you are anything like me when I was first asked to teach a journalism course fifteen years ago, I wasn't sure where to begin! Although I was teaching three other courses, I spent hours planning and preparing for my journalism class. With no curriculum to guide me and no resources to be had, I felt l
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8th - 11th
USA States Research Report Activity Projects | United States Regions Worksheets
These (50) 2-sided brochure projects are packed with information for students to research. This activity can be completed in a few different ways. You can provide your students with the information to fill out their brochures, or have them find the information through Internet research. If your students are inexperienced with Internet research, guide them through the process by projecting a search that you lead. Ducksters.com and Britannica.com are two of my favorite places for students to resea
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3rd - 6th
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7th Grade Texas History YEAR-LONG CURRICULUM Bundle: TEKS-aligned & Google Apps!
The amazing 7th Grade Texas History YEAR-LONG CURRICULUM BUNDLE is PERFECT for those teaching 7th grade social studies (Texas History) in Texas!! Each one of the 12 units included with this incredible year-long curriculum bundle has been comprehensively designed and curated to specifically follow the most recent 7th Grade Social Studies TEKS standards and guidelines -AND- come 100% COMPLETELY READY to use for BOTH in-person classroom learning (via PDF & PowerPoint/PPT) and online digital lea
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7th
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5th Grade TEKS Social Studies YEAR-LONG CURRICULUM Bundle!! | Google Apps
The TEKS 5th Grade Social Studies YEAR-LONG CURRICULUM BUNDLE is PERFECT for those teaching 5th grade social studies. ALL 12 of the incredible and user-friendly lesson plan units included with this year-long bundle comes completely ready for use in BOTH in-person classroom and digital learning environments (via Google Apps)!! Click the PRODUCT PREVIEW to get an even better idea of the unbelievable resources included with this bundle!!Each one of these units has been SPECIFICALLY designed to foll
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5th
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Dystopian Literature Unit - Civilization Creation - Create your own Dystopia
Dystopian Literature Unit - Create Your Own Dystopian Society! This Dystopia activity package is the perfect supplement to a Dystopian Literature Unit! Students research the meaning of the word Dystopia, and create Dystopian societies of their own. This Dystopia introduction ask students to practice their critical thinking and creative writing skills as they create a detailed project that describes all of the different aspects of their Dystopian societies.⭐This is an excellent final project or e
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6th - 9th
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Thinking Like a Historian Lesson Plan Unit | 5th-7th Grades | Social Studies
The Thinking Like a Historian Lesson Plan Unit is PERFECT for 5th-7th grade students! This incredible unit focuses on the importance of primary and secondary sources of information and will help grow your students critical thinking skills and abilities, as well as how to examine sources of information for bias and cause and effect relationships, and MUCH more!! The amazing resources included with this unit have been used with GREAT SUCCESS by THOUSANDS of students, and can easily be used with an
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: Bundle for Virginia
Silk Road Simulation Ancient & Medieval China - Han & Tang Dynasties Activity
Are you struggling to get your students engaged and excited about your China Unit?Then use this no prep simulation to transport your students back in time to ancient or medieval China during the Han or Tang Dynasties. Students will work together to travel from the Mediterranean to Chang 'an via the Silk Road in order to return home.Along their journey, they will experience the challenges of the Silk Road, make decisions that will affect their life and wealth, explore historical and cultural site
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6th - 7th
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8th Grade U.S. History: Colonial America COMPLETE Unit | Google Apps!
This 8th Grade U.S. History Colonial America COMPLETE Lesson Plan Unit is PERFECT for teaching your 8th grade U.S. History students all about Colonial America! This incredible unit includes EVERYTHING you'll need to cover in depth about the many aspects of colonial life in the New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies, the Atlantic Slave Trade, the Great Awakening, the French and Indian War, and so MUCH more!! These amazing resources are 100% ready to use for both in-person and online digital l
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8th
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Also included in: 8th Grade U.S. History YEAR-LONG Curriculum Bundle!! | Google Apps
5th Grade Social Studies TEKS Unit 10 | WW1, WW2, Great Depression, and MORE!!
The 5th Grade Social Studies TEKS Unit 10: WW1, WW2, Great Depression, and MORE COMPLETE Lesson Plan Unit is PERFECT for those teaching 5th grade social studies to their students! Teach your students all about the causes and effects, as well as the historical significance of WWI, the Roaring 20s, WWII, the Great Depression, the Dust Bowl, New Deal, and more!The resources included in this incredible lesson plan unit follow the TEKS standards and come ready to use for BOTH in-person and online dig
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5th
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Also included in: Custom Bundle for Laura
Peloponnesian War Simulation - Ancient Greece Sparta vs Athens Activity
Are you struggling to get your student engaged and excited about your Ancient Greece Unit? Then use this no prep simulation to transport your students back in time to ancient Greece to report on the Peloponnesian Wars between two powerful Greek City States: Athens and Sparta. Students will role play as reporters, participate in military training & record information about the causes, events and outcome of the war. Students will participate in military training as hoplites and rowers, listen
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6th - 7th
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Also included in: Ancient & World History Simulations - 6 - 7th Grade Middle School BUNDLE
Punic Wars Simulation - Roman Republic - Ancient Rome Activity
Are you struggling to get your student engaged and excited about your Ancient Rome Unit? Then use this no prep simulation to transport your students back in time to the Roman Republic to report on the Punic Wars in Italy and Carthage! Students will role play as reporters and record information about the causes, events and outcome of the wars, participate in military training and interview soldiers as they trace the impact of wars on three generations of Roman plebeian farmers. By the end, they w
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6th - 7th
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Also included in: Ancient & World History Simulations - 6 - 7th Grade Middle School BUNDLE
Travel Writing Bell Ringer Prompts – Secondary – PPT Geography ELA Google Earth
Explore renowned destinations without leaving the classroom! My travel writing prompts collection familiarizes students with 30 incredible locales while honing their creative writing skills. Perfect for bell ringers, each activity includes a presentation slide and a printable journal or Google Form submission. Slides feature captivating pictures, facts, writing prompts, and links to Google Earth tours. Enhance learning with our engaging resource today!Every slide in this comprehensive package is
Grades:
6th - 9th
Ancient & World History Curriculum Greece Rome Egypt China India Course 6th 7th
Tired of using boring social studies curriculum? Then use a Middle School Ancient & World History Curriculum that is engaging for students and provides flexibility for teachers that covers the Roman Empire, European Middle Ages, Islamic Empires, Chinese Dynasties, Mesoamerica, West Africa, India, the Reformation, Renaissance, Scientific Revolution, Enlightenment, Exploration! This curriculum is perfect for veteran and new teachers! It includes 184 activities to engage, excite and support mi
Grades:
6th - 7th
Fantasy World/Fictional World-building Project for ELA (Digital & Print)
This project was born out of a desire to do something creative and fun in the final weeks of school without resorting to just showing movies. I was blown away by the creativity of my middle school students and I think yours will impress you just the same!The materials in this product are intentionally very open-ended and are designed to give students the opportunity to envision and design their very own fictional world in which a fantasy, sci-fi, dystopian, or other type of story might take plac
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5th - 12th
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8th Grade U.S. History: American Revolution COMPLETE Unit | Google Apps!
This 8th Grade U.S. History American Revolution COMPLETE Lesson Plan Unit is PERFECT for teaching your 8th grade U.S. History students all about the American Revolution! This incredible unit includes EVERYTHING you'll need to cover in depth about the many aspects of the American Revolution, from the Boston Massacre and the Intolerable Acts to the First and Second Continental Congress, the Declaration of Independence, the outbreak of the Revolutionary War, and so MUCH more!! These amazing resourc
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8th
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Also included in: 8th Grade U.S. History YEAR-LONG Curriculum Bundle!! | Google Apps
American History U.S. History Bundle: Beginnings through the 1850's
This bundle contains every single American History resources from the Mister Harms store! You're getting every American History resource but saving BIG with a whopping 20% OFF all current resources. Once the bundle is yours, you will then get 100% off all future products added to the bundle! Buying the bundle format will save you time and money, and you will be getting all of my favorite American History lessons in one place! This bundle is not necessarily a sequenced curriculum, rather it has
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6th - 9th
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Unbroken YRE Hillenbrand / Giant Unit Bundle ONLINE READY! / Bonus items!
Unbroken (YRE) by Laura Hillenbrand tells the amazing story of the American war hero and Olympian, Louis Zamperini. I love teaching this novel! Louis' story of endurance and forgiveness is inspiring and my students love learning more about WWII, Pearl Harbor, and WWII aircraft. I hope your students love Unbroken as much as mine do.I adapted this unit for online-learning, and I'm thrilled to finally share it with you. Each piece of this unit is for sale individually, but you can save $$ and g
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7th - 12th
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Westward Expansion COMPLETE Lesson Plan Unit! | 5th-8th Graders | Google Apps!
The Westward Expansion COMPLETE Lesson Plan Unit is PERFECT for those teaching their 5th to 8th grade U.S. History students all about Westward Expansion! This incredible unit includes EVERYTHING you'll need to cover Manifest Destiny and Westward Expansion with your students. From the Louisiana Purchase and the Lewis and Clark Expedition to the Oregon Trail, Mexican Cession, California Gold Rush, Transcontinental Railroad, and everything else in between, this unit has you covered! The fantastic W
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Bundle for Yvonne
World History Sub Plans and Fast Finisher Social Studies Activities
This no-prep bundle of emergency world history themed sub activities and early finisher activities will keep your students engaged while you are out! Don't fret about time away from your classroom, preparing sub plans, or keeping the attention of students who finish lessons and readings early. Over 25 activity worksheets are provided in both color and printer-friendly black and white versions. They are specifically designed for social studies classrooms and to be educational and engaging. With t
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5th - 9th
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Crusades Simulation Middle Ages Medieval Europe Feudalism Activity
Are you struggling to get your students engaged and excited about your Middle Ages Unit? Then use this no prep simulation to transport your students back in time to the First Crusade! Students will role play as reporters as they interview pilgrims and knights, recording information about battles, Crusaders' motivations, routes taken to the Holy Land and the war's long term impacts. They will also evaluate whether the Crusaders’ actions go against Christian teachings and whether knights gained we
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6th - 7th
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Also included in: Medieval & Middle Ages Simulation & Project Bundle Simulation Reading
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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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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.
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