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3rd grade social studies cultural activity pdfs $5-10
Indigenous Artists in Canada | Elementary Art Lessons and Projects
This set of art projects incorporates painting, oil pastels, printmaking and carving to study six different artists in Canada who identify as First Nations or MĂ©tis through creating a piece of art inspired by George Littlechild, Bill Reid, Dana Standinghorn, Jason Carter, Benjamin Chee Chee and Leah Dorian.This inspiring product includes:six different art projects (each one can usually be completed within a few hours from start to the end of clean-up).complete lesson plans with step-by-step inst
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
Then & Now Compare & Contrast Writing Activities Long Ago & Today Venn Diagram
Through this Long Ago and Today Social Studies unit, students learn how their lives relate to people and events long ago. Students compare and contrast life long ago to life today. Text pages include information about school long ago. The engaging activities also foster a strong home and school connection.The Then and Now unit includesVocabulary cards in two formats (BUNDLE ONLY)An in-depth reading passage with fact sorting, comprehension questions, and QR codesMini-book that supports the artic
Grades:
1st - 3rd
Family Heritage and Culture Lapbook Project
This is a great project to motivate and engage students while learning about their family heritage and culture! The project contains a Family Heritage Interview and parent letter. Using the information from home (8 questions on heritage and culture), students are able to assemble and complete this cute lapbook at school.
Includes all foldable templates and clipart for assembly.
The lapbook contains:
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Grades:
1st - 5th
Australia: An Introduction to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
This slideshow helps elementary students quickly learn about famous places, food, art, and the culture of Australia. You can use this slideshow at the beginning of a unit on Australia. You can also print it out and use it as a book for student research. This slideshow also has 4 questions at the end of the slideshow to review what students have learned. This download comes as a PDF file and is NOT editable as a PDF. However, you can open this slideshow in the TPT EASEL program and add or delete
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Grades:
K - 6th
Also included in:Â Mega Country Bundle: Introductions to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
Passport Booklet & Stamps Growing Bundle: Around the World Unit, Geography Fair
These passport stamps and passport booklet are absolutely amazing!!! Perfect for an around the world unit, introduction to country studies, a Geography Fair, International Night, Social Studies Units, "Read Around the World" Passports, or Christmas Around the World (or Holidays Around the World). Save now by getting in early on this GROWING BUNDLE as we will be adding country stamps in the near future!The passport booklet is authentic, appropriate for students in any country ("Citizen of the Wor
Grades:
PreK - 12th
Back to School Beginning of the Year Activities for Social Studies Lessons
These back to school and first week of school activities were designed with community, teamwork, and relationship-building in mind so that students can get to know each other while performing fun social studies activities in upper elementary and middle school. Also included in these bundles: This product is part of my Back to School Activities: HUGE BUNDLEThis resource is part of my Back to School Activities: Social Studies and Community BuildingThis resource includes: 30+ social studies activit
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Biography Research Historical Figures using QR Codes Videos & Websites Template
Are your students struggling to find information on famous historical figures for their biography reports? Do you have technology in your classroom to help in their research, but aren't sure if they will find the right websites? The QR Codes for Biography Research Reports are what you need. No longer will students struggle with finding enough information, or writing their biography report, on their chosen historical figure.Included in this Biography Research Resource:â–ş 25 colorful pages of his
Grades:
2nd - 4th
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Peru: An Introduction to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
This slideshow helps elementary students quickly learn about famous landmarks, food, art, and the culture of Peru. You can use this slideshow at the beginning of a unit on the Amazon River, Andes Mountains, South American art, or Machu Picchu. You can also print it out and use it as a book for student research. This slideshow also has 4 questions at the end of the slideshow to review what students have learned. This download comes as a PDF file and is NOT editable as a PDF. However, you can open
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Grades:
K - 5th
Also included in:Â Mega Country Bundle: Introductions to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
Christmas Around The World Crafts Christmas ORNAMENTS Craft #1
This Christmas Ornament Craft is an easy, super-fun, "print and go" activity that is perfect for your Christmas Around the World travels. Kindergarten-3rd graders will be enthusiastically engaged! This is the first set in the series and includes the following countries:* Australia* Canada * England* France* Germany* Ireland (Republic of Ireland & Northern Ireland)* Italy * Mexico* Russia * Scotland * Spain* Sweden* The United States & * Wales Plus a United Kingdom BONUS ornament.These c
Grades:
K - 3rd
Also included in:Â Christmas Around the World Crafts Christmas Ornaments BUNDLE #1
Holidays Around the World {Part 2}
**UPDATED November 2016**Travel near and far to see a glimpse of Holidays Around the World. This is a great way to integrate the Christmas theme into your curriculum! There are 6 countries to learn about and a craftivity and/or game for each country. This unit ties in literacy, social studies, art, writing, reading and even a little math. There's enough in this pack to use the whole month of December!Countries included:Sweden- St. Lucia's Day (Candle Craft)America- Kwanzaa (Bead Bracelet)France
Grades:
K - 3rd
Also included in:Â Holidays Around the World (Part 1, 2 and 3) BUNDLE
Spain: An Introduction to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
This slideshow helps elementary students quickly learn about famous landmarks, food, art, and the culture of Spain. You can use this slideshow at the beginning of a unit on Spain or Spanish artists. You can also print it out and use it as a book for student research. This slideshow also has 4 questions at the end of the slideshow to review what students have learned. This download comes as a PDF file and is NOT editable as a PDF. However, you can open this slideshow in the TPT EASEL program and
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Grades:
K - 6th
Also included in:Â Europe Bundle 1: An Introduction to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
Germany: An Introduction to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
This slideshow helps elementary students quickly learn about famous landmarks, food, art, and the culture of Germany. You can use this slideshow at the beginning of a unit on Germany. You can also print it out and use it as a book for student research. This slideshow also has 4 questions at the end of the slideshow to review what students have learned. This download comes as a PDF file and is NOT editable as a PDF. However, you can open this slideshow in the TPT EASEL program and add or delete p
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Grades:
K - 6th
Also included in:Â Europe Bundle 1: An Introduction to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
Day of the Dead Dia de los Muertos BILINGUAL Activity Pack
Day of the Dead (DĂa de los Muertos), for Dual Language/Immersion programs, Spanish classes, English-only elementary classrooms, and homeschooling families, this BILINGUAL activity pack introduces children to the exciting and intriguing holiday of ¡DĂa de los Muertos!Includes books, mini-books, and activity pages:♦ 10-page DĂa de los Muertos bilingual book, in color, on full sized pagesGives a basic look at the history of the holiday, as well as lots about the traditional and current practices.E
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Grades:
1st - 5th
Family History Report
An engaging Family History Report to enrich your Social Studies curriculum! Students will be challenged to complete a family tree and learn about where their ancestors came from, along with sharing their families favorite traditional holidays and traditions. It includes a family interview. There is an optional page for the family tree which specifies "parents" instead of "mother/father". Students will also get to create their own Coat of Arms! A great learning opportunity and "take home project"
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
Ireland: An Introduction to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
This slideshow helps elementary students quickly learn about famous landmarks, food, art, and the culture of Ireland. You can use this slideshow at the beginning of a unit on Ireland or St. Patrick's Day. You can also print it out and use it as a book for student research. This slideshow also has 4 questions at the end of the slideshow to review what students have learned. This download comes as a PDF file and is NOT editable as a PDF. However, you can open this slideshow in the TPT EASEL progra
Grades:
1st - 6th
Also included in:Â Mega Country Bundle: Introductions to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
Costa Rica: An Introduction to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
This slideshow helps elementary students quickly learn about places, food, art, and the culture of Costa Rica. You can use this slideshow at the beginning of a unit on Central America. You can also print it out and use it as a book for student research. This slideshow also has 4 questions at the end of the slideshow to review what students have learned. This download comes as a PDF file and is NOT editable as a PDF. However, you can open this slideshow in the TPT EASEL program and add or delete
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Grades:
K - 5th
Also included in:Â Mega Country Bundle: Introductions to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
India: An Introduction to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
This slideshow helps elementary students quickly learn about famous landmarks, food, art, and the culture of India. You can use this slideshow at the beginning of a unit on India. You can also print it out and use it as a book for student research. This slideshow also has 4 questions at the end of the slideshow to review what students have learned. This download comes as a PDF file and is NOT editable as a PDF. However, you can open this slideshow in the TPT EASEL program and add or delete pages
Grades:
K - 5th
Also included in:Â Asia (Bundle): An Introduction to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
Nigeria: An Introduction to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
This slideshow helps elementary students quickly learn about animals, food, art, language, clothing and the culture of Nigeria. You can use this slideshow at the beginning of a unit on Nigeria or Africa. You can also print it out and use it as a book for student research. This slideshow also has 4 questions at the end of the slideshow to review what students have learned. This download comes as a PDF file and is NOT editable as a PDF. However, you can open this slideshow in the TPT EASEL program
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Grades:
K - 6th
Also included in:Â Mega Country Bundle: Introductions to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
Kenya: An Introduction to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
This slideshow helps elementary students quickly learn about the landforms, food, animals, art, and the culture of Kenya. You can use this slideshow at the beginning of a unit on African wildlife or Kenya. You can also print it out and use it as a book for student research. This slideshow also has 4 questions at the end of the slideshow to review what students have learned. This download comes as a PDF file and is NOT editable as a PDF. However, you can open this slideshow in the TPT EASEL progr
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Grades:
K - 6th
Also included in:Â Mega Country Bundle: Introductions to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
Holidays Around the World {Part 3}
Travel near and far to see a glimpse of Holidays Around the World. This is a great way to integrate the Christmas/Holiday theme into your curriculum! There are 8 countries to learn about and an activity/craft to do after each.Countries included:Brazil- Christmas (Sandpaper Snowman)South Africa- Christmas (Bead Christmas Tree)China- Chinese New Year (Fireworks Painting)Saudi Arabia- Eid al-Fitr (Lantern)Russia- New Year's (Nesting Doll Craft)Greece- Christmas (Sailboat Craft and Writing) United A
Grades:
K - 3rd
Also included in:Â Holidays Around the World (Part 1, 2 and 3) BUNDLE
Orange Shirt Day with Caring and Fairness Activities, First Nations Canada
This Orange Shirt Day activity is a meaningful, printable resource that scaffolds students' familiar experiences - such as the first day of school - and expands on ideas of students’ responsibilities of helping and supporting each other and treating others fairly. The origin of Orange Shirt Day is included, plus a template to design their own shirts. The theme " Every Child Matters" covers character education skills and Canadian social studies concepts. This resource eliminates the need to spend
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Also included in:Â Indigenous People of Canada Mini Books, Activities, plus Orange Shirt Day
Brazil: An Introduction to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
This slideshow helps elementary students quickly learn about famous landmarks, food, art, and the culture of Brazil. You can use this slideshow at the beginning of a unit on South America or Brazil. You can also print it out and use it as a book for student research. This slideshow also has 4 questions at the end of the slideshow to review what students have learned. This download comes as a PDF file and is NOT editable as a PDF. However, you can open this slideshow in the TPT EASEL program and
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Grades:
K - 6th
Also included in:Â Mega Country Bundle: Introductions to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
Create a Country Project Country Research Report Geography Activities Map Skills
A BEST SELLER! Have students create a country with this activities pack! A fun end of the year project and a great way to review geography and map skills all at the same time! Students can use the country checklists and organizers to guide them as they work on creating their own country project.This unit includes:Reading passagesCountry mini-bookVocabulary postersFun activities. All the activities are related to geography and cultural themes such as traditions, flags, climates, housing, natural
Grades:
1st - 3rd
Ancient Athens, Greece: Architecture, the Olympics, & Democracy
Athena, Aphrodite, Ares, Hades, Poseidon, and Zeus too, Oh, we call on you to help us learn about the things of Greece that are ancient and old. Athena, give us wisdom to learn about the great architecture of Greece and the Olympics too! We must not forget about democracy, on which the U.S government was founded upon. We can't wait to play a game to review and to get ready for our own Olympics and Greek Festivals too!
Enjoy this interactive unit of fun with one 20 paged student interactive te
Grades:
2nd - 4th
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- 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
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