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2nd grade social studies Common Core CCRA.W.3 resources
Community Helpers Unit
This Community Helpers Unit has everything you need to teach your little learners about the people who play important roles in our communities. This Unit has a variety of activities that go into a fun and engaging deep dive into these vital professions, and the best part is that they are all CCSS aligned! What is included?10 mini lessonsWrite the room (editable)Dramatic play centersAnchor chartsCraftsEmergent readersA lapbookSTEM activitiesSight word activitiesClassroom community activitiesCheck
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PreK - 2nd
American Symbols USA Poster Pack featuring Realistic Photos
American Symbols Poster Pack includes iconic symbols and landmarks that represent the United States of America. Your students will love learning all about American Symbols with these vivid and informative posters! There are 9 American Symbols/Landmarks featured in this packet: American FlagThe Bald EagleThe White HouseStatue of LibertyLiberty BellUnited States Capitol BuildingMount RushmoreLincoln MemorialWashington MemorialWhat's included?Full sized posters featuring one American Symbol/ Landma
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K - 8th
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Same, Same But Different (Culture and read aloud activities)
Cultures, cultures everywhere! Included in this bundle are 5+ days worth of cultural activites. For some of the activities you will want to read aloud the book: Same, Same but Different. If you don't own the book you can find a read aloud version on youtube. Included in the bundle:-5 or more days of lessons depending on your time alloted.-Culture bingo-My world, my family, my home drawings (from the book)-Pen pal letters and graphic organizers-Activites for types of communities (rural, urba
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K - 3rd
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Country Research Project a Genesis Amaya Adventure BUNDLE
Use this Country Research Project GROWING BUNDLE to help you study and organize your learning about AMAZING COUNTRIES ALL OVER THE WORLD. Join in the adventures of Genesis Amaya, a 5th grade girl who exploring the countries of the world with her family! Each time she visits a new country, Genesis will send you a letter that includes her sketches and tells you all about her adventures in that country! Included in EACH mini-unit you will find a letter from Genesis as she explores and learns abou
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2nd - 5th
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It's My Day on the Oregon Trail | Paragraph Packet | Narrative Writing
During westward expansion, Americans began to move west, across the United States, into unexplored territory and many of them chose to travel along the Oregon Trail! Our It's My Day on the Oregon Trail! Paragraph Packet will guide students through each step of the writing process as they write a well-developed narrative paragraph about their imagined day on the Oregon Trail. When student writing is complete, use the included rubric to assess and bulletin board letters and graphics to display
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1st - 3rd
Also included in: It's 2nd Grade Core Knowledge | History Paragraph Packet BUNDLE
It's 2nd Grade Core Knowledge | History Paragraph Packet BUNDLE
**SAVE 25% with our It's 2nd Grade Core Knowledge History Paragraph Packet BUNDLE!!This bundle includes a Paragraph Packet for each of the Core Knowledge history and geography topics covered in 2nd grade! Our Paragraph Packets take students step-by-step through the writing process to write well-developed informational paragraphs about what they learned about each history topic/domain. When student writing is complete, use the included rubric to assess and bulletin board letters and graphics to
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Elf Day Elf Application Gingerbread Baby Holidays Around The World Activities
Are you short on time for lesson plans but still want to add some holiday magic to your classroom? This December bundle is inclusive to all students with 3 best-selling units: Holidays Around The World, The Gingerbread Baby & Elf Day Activities. Immerse your students in magical, memorable experiences with this bundle of best-selling resources! Your students will love learning about different 6 different cultures as they learn about holidays around the world.Let your student's imaginations s
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K - 2nd
All About My Family Traditions and Celebrations Album Project 1st Grade
Are you looking for back to school activities on Family? This resource will focus on the celebrations, traditions, family customs that make up a culture. Students will share, compare, and contrast family life. These writing and illustrating activities will help make a sound base for diversity and inclusion in your classroom. This project is a great way to help students develop their writing skills, while also fostering a sense of pride and connection to their family and cultural background. He
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1st - 2nd
Geography Unit Bundle | 3rd Grade Social Studies Reading Passages & Activities
This resource is a collection of activities to create learning experiences in Social Studies for 3rd Grade. The activities can be used by classroom teachers, homeschooling parents, or other educators interested in developing effective learning activities. It features a variety of resources including ready-to-use classroom activities for teaching in areas such as geography.This bundle of Social studies includes a wide variety of options to engage your students throughout the course of the year. R
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2nd - 5th
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 5-ESS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
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History of Rockefeller Christmas Tree | Mini-Unit | Writing | Holidays
This product is the perfect mini-lesson that can be timed out over the course of the days leading up to break! This lessons teaches the history of the Rockefeller Christmas Tree and how it came to be. The lesson includes a historical presentation that engages students by completing a scavenger hunt as they learn about the history. This mini unit also talks incorporates two pieces of text that fit this perfectly - The Carpenter's Wish & The Christmas Owl.This resource includes the following:R
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1st - 6th
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Thanksgiving Writing Capitalization and Punctuation Practice
Reinforce the story of The First Thanksgiving with this engaging nonfiction activity. A major stumbling block for correct capitalization & punctuation is knowing where the sentences end. This differentiated, NO PREP packet will help your students practice reading, writing, capitalization, punctuation, & sight words. You'll have print-and-go editing worksheets & writing prompts at your fingertips all month long!☀☀☀ Click HERE to save 25% by buying this resource as part of my Mega Grow
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1st - 2nd
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Also included in: Writing Capitalization and Punctuation Practice AUTUMN | FALL BUNDLE
Legend of the Indian Paintbrush Native American Read Aloud Book Study Companion
The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush Read Aloud Book Study Companion Reading Comprehension Literacy Unit A Literacy Book Companion Unit with Comprehension & Fun Activities, based on the book by Tomie dePaola (book not included).This 52-page packet provides a variety of levels to reach each individual student. Please see preview pages and descriptions below : 52 Pages Total Include:1. Table of Contents2. 10 Comprehension short-answer questions 3. continued4. 10 Multiple Choice Questions 5. con
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2nd - 4th
Build a house project for architect and structure unit STEM
Build a house challenge: Project Based learningIncorporate this resource pack to your structure, engineering/building unit. Students plan and carry out their own house design. Introduce this project by reading books about houses around the world. Building that background knowledge about stability and parts of a house/ building will prepare your students before they set off to design and build their own house using easily accessible craft materials. Here is the link to a free ebook story: A Palac
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K - 2nd
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Day of the Dead Writing Craft Activities - El Día de los Muertos Literacy & Art
❤️Looking for a fun and creative way to celebrate Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) and Hispanic Heritage in your classroom this October? Your students will love learning about this important holiday and how it is celebrated, while making beautiful writing craft projects!.................................................................................................................................................✏️Day of the Dead writing prompts allow your student to choose from a variety o
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K - 3rd
Bringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain Book Study Companion Reading Comprehension
Bringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain Book Study Companion Reading Comprehension Literacy Unit : A Literacy Book Companion Unit with Comprehension & Fun Activities, based on the book Bringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain . (Book not included)Reading Level 4.6.This 38-page packet provides a variety of levels to reach each individual student. Please see preview pages and descriptions below . Worksheets include lined paper for easy handwriting practice: 39 Pages Total Include:1. TABLE OF CONTENTS2. 10
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2nd - 4th
Chinese New Year 2023 Activities CHINESE NEW YEAR CRAFT Lunar New Year Unit
This Digital and Printable Holidays Around the World resource focuses on Chinese New Year in China. This project is a fun and engaging way to celebrate this winter holiday and learn about the Chinese culture and traditions. Your 2nd, 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade students will love all of the printable activities and really enjoy the learning experience!Whether you are doing a Holidays Around the World unit or simply a Lunar New Year lesson, these printable resources will make your job not only easier,
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2nd - 5th
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CINCO DE MAYO Activities Craft Reading Comprehension Passage Activity Recipe
This Cinco de Mayo Unit focuses on how people in Mexico and the U.S. celebrate this important Mexican holiday. It includes tons of resources for you to pick and choose from or do an in-depth study on this holiday.This printable book and activities are a fun and engaging way to celebrate this holiday and learn about the Mexican culture and traditions. Your 2nd, 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade students will love all of the printable activities and really enjoy the learning experience!This resource is great
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2nd - 5th
Hawaiian Tiki Pole Craft Activity for Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage
❤️Looking for a fun and creative way to celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month? Your students will love learning about Tiki poles and how they were used in Hawaiian cultures, while creating beautiful writing craft projects!*NEW: Child size tiki pole craft added! (May 2024).................................................................................................................................................✏️Use the informational guides to teach (social studies &
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K - 6th
Teaching Tolerance Social Justice Activities
Hey Friends!Have you heard of the Teaching Tolerance Social Justice Standards? I have recently been introduced to them and I can’t believe I didn’t know about these standards earlier! If you are interested in helping to shape anti-racist citizens in your classroom, then jump on board with these activities! Within these standards are four domains: Identity, Diversity, Justice, and Action. This resource is perfect for teaching the first domain: Identity. I wanted to make you aware of these standar
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K - 5th
The Mud Pony Book Study Companion Reading Comprehension Rainbow Native American
The Mud Pony : A Reading Rainbow Book Study Companion Read Aloud Comprehension Packet with activities including quiz, sequencing, vocabulary, writing, and more, based on the book by Caron Lee Cohen (book not included). This 46-page packet provides a variety of levels to reach each individual student. Please see preview pages and descriptions below . Worksheets include lined paper for easy handwriting practice: 46 Pages Total Include:1. TABLE OF CONTENTS2. 10 Comprehension short-answer questions
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2nd - 4th
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Pirate Activity Packet & Google Slides (Reading Comprehension Passage Included)
Pirate Close Reading Comprehension Passage and Activity Packet Ahoy there matey! Ye have just found thee best Pirate Activity Pack in the Seven Seas! This resource is great for celebrating International Talk Like A Pirate Day which falls on Sept. 19th each year, or just having fun with your students while learning about pirates! I've also added a Google Slides version to use in your Google Classroom!Included in this pack: 1. Pirate Tag Directions (A very fun P.E. game) 2. DIY Pirate Hat 3. DIY
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1st - 4th
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Also included in: Holidays Through the Year Mega Bundle
Native American Heritage Month Writing Crafts Bundle with Art Project Activities
❤️Looking for fun, hands-on craft activities to celebrate Native American Heritage or Indigenous People? This bundle, with differentiated Native American craft activities (totem pole writing craft, teepee writing craft, buffalo hide art writing craft), is the perfect way for your students to learn about, discuss, and celebrate Native American culture, while developing social studies knowledge, literacy, fine motor, and art skills!..................................................................
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K - 6th
ARRIBA LA LECTURA 2ND GRADE HMH MODULE 3
This is HMH Arriba la Lectura Module 3 for 2nd Grade. This module includes: La gran paleta roja , Trabajar en equipo, Pan de jengibre for la libertad, Pepita y la pelonera. Activites for the stories along with activities for the read alouds are also included in the series.All student worksheets are in Spanish with a Spanish answer key. Teaching Tips are all in English. Please read the description below to see what's included and to see if it's right for you. ⭐ CLICK ON THE PREVIEW BUTTON☞ TEA
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2nd
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Also included in: ARRIBA LA LECTURA 2ND GRADE HMH BUNDLE MODULES 3-4
RUBY BRIDGES BIOGRAPHY ACTIVITIES: 3 Hands-On Projects / Bulletin Board
A ready-to-go, time-saving project! Students will love researching and reporting on the heroic life of Ruby Bridges as they construct one of three different hands-on projects—an agamograph, a circle book, or a big galoot. Students can create all three projects, or you can add variety to the class’s reports by assigning different projects to different students. These projects make it easy to include art and hands-on learning in your classroom, and they make a vibrant bulletin board display.These
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2nd - 6th
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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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