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Preschool social studies songs

Preview of The Music of The United States Armed Forces - A Guided Listening Unit

The Music of The United States Armed Forces - A Guided Listening Unit

Follow me on Facebook for the latest news, freebies, and more!>>>>> Music With Sara Bibee--------------------------------------------------------------------Click here for more guided listening units!--------------------------------------------------------------------Please note the preview file may appear blurry due to compression. The full download is of HD quality.Perfect for Veterans Day, or any other Patriotic Musical Unit. This is a guided listening unit focused on the offic
Preview of Traffic Signs, Signals, and Safety Songs and Rhymes, PreK, Kindy, 1st Grade

Traffic Signs, Signals, and Safety Songs and Rhymes, PreK, Kindy, 1st Grade

Created by
KindyKats
Gear up for back-to-school by reviewing Traffic Signs, Signals, and Safety with your young learners! This resource includes developmentally appropriate content for traffic rules, pedestrian safety, as well as traffic signals and signs with fun songs (sung to familiar tunes) and original rhymes. Introduce a new traffic rule every day with a song or rhyme during circle time. Include the song in Poetry Journals, or make a Traffic Signs, Signals, and Safety Song Book to include in your class librar
Preview of "Red, White and Blue" Patriotic Song for Digital Download

"Red, White and Blue" Patriotic Song for Digital Download

Created by
Debbie Clement
The original children's song, "Red, White and Blue" was written by Debbie Clement in the immediate aftermath of 9-11. It is a simple song intended to instill a sense of patriotism and celebration of all things Americana. The song is especially appropriate for the observation of Patriot's Day, Constitution Day, Veteran's Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day and similar observations. It has been performed from coast-to-coast for all types of programs honoring America. This unit is a 'zip' file that inclu
Preview of Patriotic Musical Program for Primary Grades

Patriotic Musical Program for Primary Grades

Created by
Deana Thelen
There's nothing better than hearing little voices singing patriotic songs! This program is appropriate for all elementary grade levels. Some have even used it for a school wide program! The first graders at my school have been doing this inspiring musical program for over 15 years! Not only will students be singing patriotic songs, but a script has been provided that gives many students the opportunity to speak into the microphone. The program begins with kiddos reciting Presidential quotes
Preview of Community Helpers Circle Time Songs and Rhymes, Firefighter, Police Officer

Community Helpers Circle Time Songs and Rhymes, Firefighter, Police Officer

Created by
KindyKats
Introduce and reinforce your community helpers theme with these circle time songs (sung to familiar tunes) and rhymes that will keep your crew engaged and learning! From fire fighters and chefs to doctors and pilots, each song reinforces this favorite early childhood theme. (Many of these songs and rhymes can be used for other early childhood themes, too!) Great for circle time, music class, and library time. Informational tid-bits and teaching ideas are included in the directions. What's inclu
Preview of SOCIAL STUDIES Past, Present, and Future Circle Time Songs, Change Over Time

SOCIAL STUDIES Past, Present, and Future Circle Time Songs, Change Over Time

Created by
KindyKats
Reinforce how things change over time with these circle time songs (sung to familiar tunes) that focus on the past, present, and future. Enrich your early elementary social studies lessons with these songs that introduce timelines, how things change over time, changes in schools, cooking, and transportation, communication, and more! Pick and choose the songs you want to sing with your students, whether it's past vs. present or include future, too! This resource also includes no-prep printables t
Preview of American Symbols and Landmarks Circle Time Songs, Liberty Bell, American Flag

American Symbols and Landmarks Circle Time Songs, Liberty Bell, American Flag

Created by
KindyKats
Are your young learners studying American symbols and landmarks? These circle time symbols and landmark songs (sung to familiar tunes) are perfect to keep your crew engaged and learning. From the Liberty Bell and the American Flag to Uncle Sam and the Statue of Liberty, singing these cute songs will help information stick! What's Included in American Symbols and Landmark Circle Time Songs? • 16 Songs in color and b/w• An American Symbols mini-booklet• A Patriotic Crown pattern• A Pocket Chart
Preview of Firefighters and Fire Safety - For PreK and Kindergarten

Firefighters and Fire Safety - For PreK and Kindergarten

Created by
KinderKay
In this resource, you will find everything that you need to teach fire safety as well as fun Fire Safety activities that can be put into a literacy center for Word Work.FIREFIGHTERS AND FIRE SAFETY BOOK – 15 PAGESThe pages can be printed and bound into a book or projected upon an interactive whiteboard. FIREFIGHTER CRAFTIVITYStudents follow the step by step directions to create the firefighter. After creating the firefighter, students draw and label pictures that show what the firefighter sees.
Preview of The Star Spangled Banner - powerpoint

The Star Spangled Banner - powerpoint

Created by
David
Here is a powerpoint presentation that accompanies the song "The Star Spangled Banner". I use it in my class when I teach patriotic songs. There are 9 gorgeous slides with high quality pictures and lyrics. *There is NO music track included. Patriotic Powerpoint Presentations Pack 1 (collection of 4) U.S.A. - Interactive States & Capitals - SMARTBOARD FILE U.S.A. - Interactive States & Capitals Matching - SMARTBOARD FILE God Bless America - PowerPoint My Country 'Tis of Thee - Pow
Preview of School Rules and Manners Circle Time Songs and Rhymes

School Rules and Manners Circle Time Songs and Rhymes

Created by
KindyKats
Introduce the classroom rules and manners with these cute songs (sung to familiar tunes) that your youngsters will love! A super tool for classroom management. Sing during circle time, shared reading, for buddy reading, and for fluency. Bind a copy of all the songs and rhymes and place them in your reading center for independent practice. Perfect for Poetry Binders, too! Use the posters to compliment your anchor charts, for writing prompts, and room décor. Content includes: 20 Songs and Rhymes
Preview of Texas Circle Time Songs Symbols, Flag, Cowboys, Boots, Longhorns

Texas Circle Time Songs Symbols, Flag, Cowboys, Boots, Longhorns

Created by
KindyKats
Teach your crew about Texas state symbols with these circle time songs sung to familiar tunes. They'll learn about the Texas flag, cowboys, cowboy boots, longhorns, the founding fathers, and the battle for independence. Singing improves memory and helps information stick! These cute songs are a great way to celebrate Texas Public Schools Week and learn about Texas symbols, too. These songs will have your young cowboys and cowgirls engaged and learning. And everyone will have a have a rootin’
Preview of Australian Animal Song with Didgeridoo

Australian Animal Song with Didgeridoo

Created by
Beat Boppers
True Blue Wonders - Australian Children's Song Introduce your children to the fascinating sounds of the didgeridoo as it imitates different Australian animal sounds. Jump like a kangaroo and fly like a kookaburra! Tap along with the rhythm on clapsticks while crocodile snaps his jaws and sing along with the different animal names in various Indigenous languages. True Blue Wonders is packed with fun and learning!This music resource is also available in a money-saving bundle. Click here to vi
Preview of Maps and Globes Song

Maps and Globes Song

Created by
Dawn Taylor
Sung to "The Wheels on the Bus" tune, this powerpoint helps children learn about maps and globes in a kindergarten friendly way. It includes all the elements to be taught in the Georgia Performance standards. SSKG2 The student will explain that a map is a drawing of a place and a globe is a model of the Earth. a. Differentiate land and water features on simple maps and globes. b. Explain that maps and globes show a view from above. c. Explain that maps and globes show features in a smaller size.
Preview of Songs to Learn the Continents and Oceans

Songs to Learn the Continents and Oceans

This colorful file includes 5 different songs to spice up your geography lessons. Three songs focus on the seven continents of the world. One focuses on the four oceans of the world. The last song focuses on parts of the globe- continents, poles, and equator. Children of all ages will enjoy these catchy tunes! Each song comes in an attractive printable file that can be copied or made into a poster.
Preview of All About the Continents

All About the Continents

Created by
Wise Little Owls
Need a fun way to introduce the continents? This 56 page bundle will engage your students in a variety of ways. From books to singing to jumping from continent to continent, they will have lots of fun while learning!! Included in this pack: Word Wall Words Informational Book (color) Emergent Reader (b/w) Continent Song Ocean Song 3 Part Cards Memory Cards Roll/Spin Graphing Activity Sort Animals By Continent Find A Continent (Movement Activity) Puzzles
Preview of ANZAC Day Original Song Kit - Performance

ANZAC Day Original Song Kit - Performance

"Can You Hear the Children Marching" is an original ANZAC Day song by Nathan Cahill. Sung by over 200 Australian schools in 2014 alone, the song perfectly demonstrates the 'pride of ANZAC' to both performers and audiences alike! This 'Essential Kit', designed for classroom or presentation use, includes: Lyric video with vocals Lyric video (backing only) Vocal mp3 Backing mp3 Chord Chart Simplified chord chart Vocal/lead sheet Piano score Piano/vocal score Lyric Sheet Powerpoint file Song discus
Preview of Printable Coin Songs #fssparklers23

Printable Coin Songs #fssparklers23

Created by
mishelmyebelle
Hello! We are starting our unit on coins and have been singing these coin songs for years! We typically write these songs on chart paper and hang it up, but if you have little space on your classroom walls, these smaller printable versions might be better for you! With the exception of the "Penny Song" and "I'm A Little Nickel" which was written by myself and my grade-level team, the other songs were found online through various blogs. Enjoy! Clipart from Google Images Font by Hello Fonts by Je
Preview of patriotic handbell songs and American folk songs for 20 handbells

patriotic handbell songs and American folk songs for 20 handbells

Created by
bellsongs
This is a DIGITAL DOWNLOAD! Patriotic and American songs for the 20 note handbells. This book has the melody line for 16 well-known patriotic/folk songs of the United States of America. Great resource for end of the year production, President's Day, Independence Day, or Veterans Day. There are 3 military songs included as well. This would be a good unit to teach some history as well. Students could look up or learn about the history of the songs. For instance, it would be beneficial to teach t
Preview of German Lantern Festival

German Lantern Festival

Created by
Sabine
Germany is not all about Octoberfest! A much more popular and common event for children in Germany is Martin's Day. These materials give you all the information you need to introduce any age level to this authentic and fun German tradition. On Nov. 11, German children celebrate Martin's Day. They learn the story and song of St. Martin, who lived in the Middle Ages and became known for sharing his coat with a poor man in the cold wintertime, and they construct lanterns and take them on a parade t
Preview of "Mr. Baldy, Eagle Eye!" - Science Mini-Unit About Bald Eagles!

"Mr. Baldy, Eagle Eye!" - Science Mini-Unit About Bald Eagles!

Learn about BALD EAGLES the active way, with a SCIENCE GROUP GAME, CRAFT, and SONG / POEM! Do your kids enjoy learning in ways that don't include worksheets? Use this HANDS-ON ACTIVITY PACKET to share lots of useful information about Bald Eagles. Bald Eagles are great for Science and Social Studies fun! Who knew that America's Freedom Symbol was such an interesting bird? A variety of activities for this MINI-UNIT are all included in this product: 1. 2 full pages of age-appropriate Bald Ea
Preview of Patriotic Song “I Love America” Unison, Sheet Music, Video, Mp3 Tracks

Patriotic Song “I Love America” Unison, Sheet Music, Video, Mp3 Tracks

Created by
Sing Play Create
Sing Patriotic Song "I Love America" with early elementary age children. Sing "I love America", “where everyone can shine” using the sing-a-long video, sheet music and lyrics posters. Hand actions, Mp3 Vocal and Accompaniment tracks included.Perfect for music programs, concerts, school assemblies.Distance Learning and Google Slides Friendly Video Resource. * All Videos and Presentation are Easily uploaded and usable in Google Classroom or other Digital Learning Scenarios. Feel Free to email me w
Preview of Veterans Day

Veterans Day

Are you wondering how to teach Kindergarten and early elementary students about Veterans Day in a meaningful, age-appropriate way?  Veterans Day is an ideal time to promote good citizenship, gratitude, and kindness as a way to honor those who have made sacrifices for our peace and freedom.  This VETERANS DAY MINI UNIT has a printable picture book that you can sing! Additional activities include no-prep literacy and math printables with a Veterans Day theme. Contains U.S. flag, images and colors
Preview of Patriotic Songs {freebie}

Patriotic Songs {freebie}

My students love to sing patriotic songs to start each day. These posters are a friendly reminder of the words in the songs. Enjoy! Go USA! Your kind feedback is much appreciated. Any questions please email me at deirdre.eldredge@gmail.com If you'd like more freebies and other classroom products I'd love for you to visit my blog A Burst of First
Preview of [Song] have been to

[Song] have been to

Created by
Fun ESL Today
[What can be taught with this material]-Pronouns-Questions-has/have-counting-colors have you ever been tohave you been tohas he (ever) been tohas she (ever) been tohave they (ever) been towho has been toyes, I have no, I haven'tyes, he has no, he hasn't(we / they)◇ Teachers sing along with students. During intervals the teacher should try to ask at least 2 students a unique question using "have been to". This can be countries, or any place. Rooms in a house / stores / etc. Try to avoid any
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