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4th grade social studies research

Preview of State Report Research Project - Templates for all 50 States

State Report Research Project - Templates for all 50 States

Created by
Amanda Garcia
Are your students writing State Reports? This United States research project includes templates for all 50 states, making it easy to assign each student a different state (if desired.) In just one download, teachers can print a project for each state, as well as a common note-taking sheet that guides students through the research. The State Report is only 3 pages in length (giving students the confidence to complete it with excellence) but is packed with information. When done, students have
Preview of Civil War | Reading Passage and Map Coloring Activity for Social Studies

Civil War | Reading Passage and Map Coloring Activity for Social Studies

Looking for an engaging Social Studies activity that will also help your students practice finding text evidence? This passage and map resource is perfect to have on hand for your Social Studies classroom. Get this resource and more in my money-saving Social Studies Color by Number BundleWhat teachers are saying about this resource:❤️"I love how it reviewed the topics we had already been learning about in class. The kids loved working with a partner and the coloring. I want more of this!"❤️"My
Preview of Constitution Day and Bill of Rights Activities and Worksheets

Constitution Day and Bill of Rights Activities and Worksheets

Make learning fun for your students while teaching them about the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and Constitution Day. These activities and worksheets help students learn about these important U.S. documents. This resource is perfect for 2nd grade, 3rd grade, and 4th grade students. Digital activity included using Easel by TpT.These activities can be used during whole group instruction, independent work, and center time. Easy-to-use activity sheets with clear directions and answer keys
Preview of 20 Research & Note-taking Graphic Organizers and Templates

20 Research & Note-taking Graphic Organizers and Templates

These research graphic organizers will help your students form strong note-taking habits, organize findings, build vocabulary and keep track of the sources they used to find information. - 20 Diverse Graphic Organizers / Templates for Research - Generic enough to be used across different subjects, activities and lesson - Differentiated from basic to advanced with different focuses, formats and layouts- Can be used as a non-fiction reading response activity for student accountability - Excellent
Preview of Wax Museum Biography Research Report for 3rd - 6th Grade Social Studies Project

Wax Museum Biography Research Report for 3rd - 6th Grade Social Studies Project

Need an easy to use, meaningful research project that your students, parents, and principal will love? This Wax Museum Project is a highlight of the year and will guide your students to create a biography research report on a famous person. The culminating part of the project is an amazing Wax Museum event, where students dress up as the person they have learned about and stand “still”, like a Wax Museum, until someone walks up to them and presses the “button” on their backdrops to hear a short
Preview of State Report Editable Template - Informational Report Writing Research Project

State Report Editable Template - Informational Report Writing Research Project

Looking for an organized way to help you guide your students to create meaningful, well-researched reports? The research project includes a student-written example, editable student directions, research pages, writing pages, and an editable rubric. Everything you need to teach and organize this social studies unit is included in this time-saving unit!It includes: A Student Written State Report ExampleList of States (I pull sticks and let the kids choose. This is my checklist.)Student Directions
Preview of Wax Museum & Biography Writing Project

Wax Museum & Biography Writing Project

Created by
Leslie's Locker
This item is a great tool to help students learn about researching, biographies, taking notes, and writing a multi-paragraph paper.You'll find everything you need to put on a wax museum as well! Items include:*a student tracking sheet to help you keep track of historians, assignments, and due dates*note-taking and rough draft pages for 5 paragraphs (these paragraphs include an introduction, early life, contributions, later life, and conclusion*final copy paper that includes a place for students
Preview of Country Travel Brochure Research Social Studies - Templates and Digital

Country Travel Brochure Research Social Studies - Templates and Digital

For a great addition to any country research project, try implementing this fun Digital Country Travel Brochure activity. This digital brochure is an engaging way to learn informational text skills or for use in a presentation of country research. Their striking, professional-looking brochures will impress everyone!IN THIS RESOURCE:I've included front and back trifold Powerpoint templates. Country resource websites and graphic organizers. Editable so you can add your own headings.Students resear
Preview of Country Research Project

Country Research Project

Scaffolded printable flip book that can be used for ANY country research project!This resource is now available as a bundle with the matching Google Slides version! Click here to view and save $$$. Perfect for distance learning and hybrid teaching. This resource is also available in a bundle that includes 5 of my best-selling flip book resources! Click here to view and save $$$!Click here to view the digital Google Slides version. This ready-to-print flip book template can be used to scaffol
Preview of GREEK MYTHOLOGY Research Report Projects | Ancient Greece Gods Activity

GREEK MYTHOLOGY Research Report Projects | Ancient Greece Gods Activity

This bundle of (25) two-sided tri-fold biography brochure templates allows students to dig deeper into facts about the Greek mythology characters. You'll also find a BLANK template to use with ANY Greek mythology figure that is not included with this resource.CLICK HERE to save 30% on this resource in the Greek Mythology Activity Bundle!An interactive notebook pocket has been provided for each figure, however, these brochures can be created as a stand-alone project as well.Have the whole class w
Preview of Black History Month | Biography Research Template Project | 3rd 4th 5th Grades

Black History Month | Biography Research Template Project | 3rd 4th 5th Grades

Use for Black History Month or any time of the year......50 research posters.....a poster for every child. February is Black History Month (also known as African American History Month) in the US, so what a great opportunity to learn about the role these fascinating individuals played in history. Here is a video to show how you might use this product with TpT's new digital activity tool to assign it through Google Classroom: View Video HereNOTE: I originally included Kevin Clash (original vo
Preview of Regions of the United States - Research and Project for the 5 Regions of the USA

Regions of the United States - Research and Project for the 5 Regions of the USA

Created by
Amanda Garcia
This Regions of the United States project is just what you need to help students research the 5 regions, take notes, and publish a report. Students will be engaged as they learn about the 5 regions and create the interactive Regions of the USA Fan. This project works well as an independent project or for group work. Students in groups of 5 can each study one region and collaborate to create the finished product.This Regions project includes: graphic organizers for taking notesa list of recommen
Preview of Veterans Day Activities & Crafts: Patriotic Agamograph Project & Bulletin Board

Veterans Day Activities & Crafts: Patriotic Agamograph Project & Bulletin Board

Created by
GravoisFare
Honor our military veterans during Veterans Day, Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day, Patriot Day (9/11), and other patriotic holidays, by creating this easy-to-make project that you can display in your classroom or school hallway.This ready-to-go, time-saving project becomes a beautiful, kinesthetic display that transforms from the image of a saluting veteran into the image of an American bald eagle. Students will love creating this easy-to-make agamograph using the color-by-number templates. And as
Preview of American Revolution Battles | Differentiated Passage and Coloring Activity

American Revolution Battles | Differentiated Passage and Coloring Activity

This activity is an engaging way to cover many facts about the battles of the American Revolution! This differentiated resource is perfect to have on hand for your Social Studies classroom.Get this resource and more in my money-saving bundle! Social Studies Color by Number BundleTwo versions are included to differentiate for your students:Version 1: The passage is written on an 6th grade level. All parts of the coloring page include facts.Version 2: The passage is written on a 4th grade level. L
Preview of Constellations Greek Mythology and Zodiac Reading Passages

Constellations Greek Mythology and Zodiac Reading Passages

Created by
Fifth is my JAM
#bestsellerof2023 Greek Mythology and Zodiac Constellation Reading Passages for the Intermediate Grades! This 43-page packet is full of great resources to make planning meaningful academic discussions around Greek Mythology and the Zodiac constellations easy. Students will love the exciting approach, too! This packet includes the following:Greek Mythological Constellations:Andromeda, Canis Major, Cassiopeia, Hercules, Orion, Pegasus, Ursa Major, and Ursa MinorZodiac Constellations:Capricorn, Ari
Preview of Country Research Projects Study Report Countries Around the World Research

Country Research Projects Study Report Countries Around the World Research

Country Research Projects: This newly revised (July 2023) country study worksheet packet will help your 4th grade, 5th grade, and 6th grade social studies students conduct a country study research project for countries around the world. It not only includes country research graphic organizers and templates and for gathering information and conducting country research, but also guidance and skills for country report writing and giving a presentation. Grading rubrics, answer keys, differentiated a
Preview of Cultures Around the World Research | Countries | Passport

Cultures Around the World Research | Countries | Passport

Teaching your students about other people and their culture can instill compassion and understanding in young learners. With this project, students can get their passports stamped in 16 countries! They will learn about different cultures, flags, maps, and more using this fun and, high-interest resource! Great for your Social Studies Lessons. Great for Summer School!This product works well with the following objectives:2nd Grade TEKS 2.10 Culture.Culture. The student understands similarities an
Preview of Native American Tribe Research Report Project {NO PREP}

Native American Tribe Research Report Project {NO PREP}

This recently updated classroom tested project will have your students learning a great deal of information about the peoples who inhabited the Americas before European exploration. This is a fully contained NO PREP project, meaning that you can copy it, hand it to the students, and they can run with it. I have assigned this as an at home project, and an in class project. Both times, I am incredibly impressed by the results. This project includes: * Explanation cover letter for students * R
Preview of Westward Expansion Wagon Project for Oregon Trail Unit

Westward Expansion Wagon Project for Oregon Trail Unit

Westward Expansion Wagon Project for Oregon Trail Unit – This creative and hands-on project is a wonderful opportunity for students to show their understanding of pioneers moving west. Learners will create a covered wagon out of construction paper, cardboard, and a shoebox. The bonnet of the wagon will include: • A map of the Oregon or California Trail • A model of a labeled wagon • A list of chores on the trail • A list of entertainment on the trail • Pictures and captions of 4 maj
Preview of Travel Brochure Template & Research Project | Editable

Travel Brochure Template & Research Project | Editable

Reinforce research and writing skills with this engaging travel brochure project! This editable project is designed to work with ANY location (historical or present-day). Your students will research a location and create a unique travel brochure, a perfect way to showcase learning! Everything you need for a comprehensive standards-aligned lesson is included!➡️ Click here for the PRINT and DIGITAL version of this travel brochure project. Included With Your Purchase:3 Project Versions: Full-Color,
Preview of Timeline Project- Research a Decade in the 20th Century

Timeline Project- Research a Decade in the 20th Century

Created by
Melissa Shutler
2024: I have made the pack editable on Google Docs.2023: I have updated the file with a new look. AND I have added new pages for your students to complete if you want them to do their own research.2021: I have added a digital activity for Google Slides. (April 2020)Your students will have a blast learning about timelines and the 20th century! Included in this pack are 11 information sheets full of events, pop culture, music, and events of each decade of the 20th century. (Decades included:
Preview of Black History Month Bulletin Board - Black History Month Posters

Black History Month Bulletin Board - Black History Month Posters

Created by
Teacher Jeanell
Looking for a Black History Month bulletin board display? These Black History posters are a great way to introduce students to some of the most influential people who have shaped African-American history. Perfect for classrooms and school hallways, these Black History Month Posters are designed to spark meaningful conversations that encourage further research into the lives of those featured.Each poster features the name, photo, and a brief biography. Celebrate Black History Month with these 20
Preview of Biography Research Project Digital Flipbook Template Report Graphic Organizers

Biography Research Project Digital Flipbook Template Report Graphic Organizers

Created by
Sherri Miller
If you are researching famous people for Biography reports, your students will love creating these digital interactive Google Slides Flipbooks using graphic organizers! Students click and type in the digital slides, making it easy to create a biography project presentation with interactive linked tabs. Flipbooks can also be printed for a cute tabbed booklet. It's a perfect writing activity! ➡️ Click the PREVIEW above to see more! ⬅️ ✅ 7 Tabs/Slides include:Cover pageTable of ContentsFamilyEducat
Preview of Louisiana Purchase, Lewis and Clark, & Sacagawea Unit

Louisiana Purchase, Lewis and Clark, & Sacagawea Unit

Created by
ideas by jivey
Louisiana Purchase, Lewis and Clark, & SacagaweaTeaching Westward Expansion and want to tie it into your reading standards? This unit includes three detailed, kid-friendly passages- one about the Louisiana Purchase, one about Lewis and Clark, and one about Sacagawea- which can be used for close reading or informational purposes in Social Studies. Comprehension Questions:★ all three passages include cause and effect practice★ a main idea activity for the Louisiana Purchase★ a mapping/followin
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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.

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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
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  • 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.

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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.

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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.