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5th grade social studies resources in English (UK)
All about me Social Media Character profiles
Get to know your students in a fun way they can relate to with these "get to know me" Social Media Profiles: EDITABLE Templates! They also work great as a character analysis! Simply add text boxes and type straight into them, for distance learning.The use of social media is very much a part of students’ lives in this day and age. Use this to your advantage in your lessons by encouraging them to tell you and their peers all about themselves at the beginning of the year or writing about a famous p
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3rd - 12th
Australian Democracy Features Complete Bundle | Year 5 HASS Government Civics
Explore types of government, democracy and voting in Australia with this Year 5 HASS civics and citizenship bundle. This Australian government resource includes three democracy and voting units,assessment tasks and a word wall and poster set. This is the perfect resource for teaching the importance of democracy and government in Australia.✫✫✫✫✫✫✫✫✫✫This bundle contains:Types of Government Mini UnitThis resource includes:✫ Teacher Notes✫ Cover Page✫ Brainstorming Activity✫ 2 General Note Taking S
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5th
Social Studies Ancient Egypt History Unit Bundle 3rd, 4th, 5th Hands-on
SAVE MONEY with this complete hands-on unit bundle on ancient Egypt history full of engaging activities including a timeline, primary source activity, causes and consequences, hieroglyphics, map work, coloring cover pages, research organizers and six hands-on art and craft projects!Ancient Egypt is such a fun topic to explore, and this pack of activities provides a range of activities to get your students engaged in learning and build their knowledge about how ancient Egyptians lived, all while
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3rd - 6th
Waitangi Day {An activity booklet about the Treaty for Kiwi kids}
Did you know that there are actually 9 copies of the Treaty of Waitangi? They travelled the country after the initial signing in Waitangi on the 6th February 1840 collecting more than 500 signatures!This 48 page mini booklet pack is designed to support your classroom discussions about the Treaty of Waitangi. It was created to address the lack of easy to use resources for primary aged children in New Zealand – you can mix and match from the large selection of pages to best meet the needs of you
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2nd - 5th
Also included in: Waitangi Day Mega Pack Bundle
Matariki {Let's celebrate Māori New Year!}
Did you know that the Matariki constellation is called ‘Subaru’ in Japan? Or that although we can normally only see 6-7 stars with the naked eye, there are actually over 400 included in the Matariki cluster?This 56 page mini booklet pack is designed to support your classroom discussions about Matariki. It was created to address the lack of easy to use resources for primary aged children – you can mix and match from the large selection of pages to best meet the needs of your class! *Also inclu
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Matariki Mega Pack Bundle
Weather Report Unit
Are you looking for a task-based engaging unit to teach weather words to your students? Then why not turn your students into talented weathermen with cultural unit?Your Weather Report Unit in detail:Here is a complete set of 25 worksheets to have your students play the role of the weatherman in your classroom.Content:❑ ANSWER KEY❑ COLOR version and B&W version❑ Step 1: Discover•Review words•Work on expressions•Task 1: Create a weather wheel❑ Step 2: Learn•Read a weather forecast•Listen to a
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1st - 8th
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Also included in: Weather Report Unit - British Weather Resources Bundle
United kingdom country and city report- King Charles III coronation
This resource is designed to help students explore the geography and cultural aspects of different cities and countries in the United Kingdom. With the Coronation of King Charles taking place this month, this resource is an excellent way to bring English geography and culture into the classroom.This resource includes:A foldable suitcase that students can use to research any city or country in the United Kingdom. The report on the chosen city or country will be presented inside the suitcase, maki
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4th - 6th
Also included in: World Geography Bundle- Country research projects
Australian Government Basics Bundle
Explore Government in Australia in your classroom with this complete bundle of teaching resources. Engage your students with the mini-unit covering Australian government structure, voting rights and citizenship. Then reinforce learning with the word wall, vocabulary games and poster set.This bundle includes a range of resources which are also available individually. Find individual links belowAustralian Government Basics Mini UnitThis resource includes:✫ Teaching Notes✫ Cover Page for Work Bookl
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5th - 7th
Coloring Sympathy Cards
Have your child cut, color and write inside these sympathy cards for a classmate/ classmate's family who has experienced loss.
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3rd - 8th
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Europe geography- European Union- Unión Europea- country research report
This resource is part of a BUNDLE!This resource includes:Foldable suitcase. With this suitcase, students will be able to research about the a country in Europe or the European UnionCountry reports. 47 reports are included and the reports for the Europen Union countries are gathered in one document. The students will be able to include the most important data of these countries. Each worksheet includes the skyline of the capital of each country. Ukraine country report.Bulletin board kit. It inclu
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3rd - 5th
Also included in: World Geography Bundle- Country research projects
Laws in Australia Complete Bundle | Year 5 HASS Australian Government and Civics
Explore law in Australia with this Year 5 HASS civics and citizenship bundle. Covering laws, why we need laws and creating and enforcing laws, this Australian government bundle includes a range of learning materials including information sheets, activities, assessment tasks and vocabulary activities. Perfect for taking a closer look at the Australian legal system.These resources are written to suit the Australian Curriculum and are written for Australian students. Most elements will work for oth
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5th
Australian Civics and Citizenship Government YEAR 5 HASS COMPLETE BUNDLE
Explore Australian democracy, the electoral system, Australian laws and community in Australia with this complete Year 5 HASS civics and citizenship government bundle. With information sheets, activities, assessment tasks and vocabulary resources, this comprehensive bundle allows students to gain a good understanding of how the Australian government works and how individuals can work together towards civic goals.These resources are written to suit the Australian Curriculum and are written for Au
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Memorial by Gary Crew and Shaun Tan: Book Study Reading Activities
Perfect for an Anzac Day or Remembrance Day reading activity, this book study reading resource explores Memorial by Gary Crew and Shaun Tan. With comprehension activities, vocabulary, discussion and more, this book study explores Anzac Day, Australians at war, types of memorials and how we remember things. The ideal learning resource for any classroom exploring this fabulous picture book.This book study is also available as part of an Australian Picture Book Study Bundle To use this resource yo
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5th - 7th
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Anzac Day {An activity booklet for Kiwi & Aussie Kids}
Did you know that ‘Diggers’ often enjoy a ‘Gunfire Breakfast’ after early morning Dawn Parades? (A gunfire-breakfast is coffee and rum!) Immerse your class in the rich history of Anzac Day to support their understanding of this important annual commemoration…This 56 page mini booklet pack is designed to support your classroom discussions about Anzac Day. It was created to address the lack of easy to use resources for primary aged children – you can mix and match from the large selection of p
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3rd - 5th
Also included in: Anzac Day Mega Pack Bundle
The Wind in the Willows Art + Baking Unit Study
Come on a read, paint, cook journey with the Build Your Masterpiece Class and the classic novel, The Wind in the Willows, by Scottish Novelist, Kenneth Grahame. The landscapes and cultural references are deeply embedded in Edwardian England. This story, set in England in the 1800's, is about four animals, Mole, Rat, Toad, and Badger, who all have emotions, traits, intentions and personalities like that of humans. This is called Anthropomorphism. It has inspired many authors since it was first pu
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PreK - 12th
Social Studies 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Grade Ancient Egypt History Activities
This pack of activities on ancient Egyptian history is full of engaging activities including a timeline, primary source activity, causes and consequences, hieroglyphics, map work, coloring cover pages, research organizers and more!Ancient Egypt is such a fun topic to explore, and this pack of activities provides a range of activities to get your students engaged in learning and build their knowledge about how ancient Egyptians lived, all while covering key social studies skills.What's included?A
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2nd - 5th
Also included in: Social Studies Ancient Egypt History Unit Bundle 3rd, 4th, 5th Hands-on
I'm Australian Too by Mem Fox - Book Study
What does it mean to be Australian? Explore this question and so much more with these reader response and book related activities for the picture book I'm Australian Too by Mem Fox. Designed for Year 5, 6 and 7 students, these activities are designed to allow them to investigate what it means to be Australian, what it might be like immigrating to Australia and where our families come from as well as taking a closer look at the themes of the book.Short on time?✫ Explore what the book includes and
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5th - 7th
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Women of History Inventors - Activities for Teens
Are you looking for some unique teen activities for Women's History month? Women have invented some incredible things to make our world a better place, but so many of these are unknown!
This resource highlights some of our amazing women inventors, to show our young students that anyone can achieve great things, regardless of gender.
There are 2 parts to the resource: a PowerPoint presentation with information to teach them about the inventors and what inspired them to invent their products. Th
Grades:
4th - 9th
Australian Democracy Features | Year 5 HASS Australian Government and Civics
Explore the features of Australian democracy, the voting process, the role of elected representatives and the values of Australian Democracy with this Year 5 HASS Civics and Citizenship resource. This Australian government resource is an excellent introduction to democracy in Australia and includes information sheets, activities and an assessment task.The three mini-units are:✫ Types of Government✫ Features of Australian Democracy✫ Why is it Important to Vote?✫✫✫✫✫✫✫✫✫✫This resource includes:✫
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5th
If I Was Prime Minister by Beck and Robin Feiner | Book Activities Year 5 and 6
Explore Prime Ministers in Australia, the role they play and what students would do if they were Prime Minister with this book companion for If I Was Prime Minister by Beck and Robin Feiner. Designed for Year 5 and 6 students, these reading and literature activities complement the HASS Civics and Citizenship curriculum. This resource includes book discussion, research, reflection and creative activities. To use this resource you will need:At least one copy of If I Was Prime Minister by Beck and
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5th - 6th
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Year 5 HASS Civics and Citizenship | Australian Government Mini Unit Bundle
Explore civics and citizenship in Australia with this Year 5 HASS bundle. These Australian government resources allow you to cover Australian democracy, the Australian electoral system, laws in Australia and working together towards goals. Each included resource has information sheets, a range of learning activities and assessment tasks.Get the complete Year 5 Australian Civics and Citizenship bundle - with assessment tasks, word wall cards and posters - hereThese mini units are written to suit
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Social Studies Art Ancient Egypt Hands-on Activities 3rd,4th,5th Grade
Do you need some hands-on activities to bring your Ancient Egypt unit to life? This pack has 6 hands-on activities that include carrying out an archaeological dig and five craft projects. Many of these activities can meet the learning objectives of the art curriculum at the same time.What's included?Student instructions for:Make an amuletMake a canopic jarMake papyrusMake a pyramid model (two sizes, a smaller, easier size, and a larger, more challenging size)Make a scarab beetleCarry out an arch
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2nd - 5th
Also included in: Social Studies Ancient Egypt History Unit Bundle 3rd, 4th, 5th Hands-on
Types of Government |Year 5 HASS Australian Government Citizenship and Civics
Explore democracy, monarchy and dictatorship with this Year 5 HASS Civics and Citizenship resource. This Australian government unit focuses on three types of government, their features and the impact they have on citizens. It includes information sheets, a range of activities and an assessment task.The three mini-units are:✫ Types of Government✫ Features of Australian Democracy✫ Why is it Important to Vote?This resource includes:✫ Teacher Notes✫ Cover Page✫ Brainstorming Activity✫ 2 General Not
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5th
Social Studies Hands-on Ancient Aztecs Empire Unit Bundle 3rd, 4th, 5th Grade
SAVE MONEY with this complete hands-on unit bundle on ancient Aztec history This pack of activities on the Aztec empire is full of engaging activities including a timeline, primary source activity, causes and consequences, codex symbols, map work, coloring cover pages, research organizers and more!Your students will love learning about the Aztec empire. There is everything from incredible ruins that still exist, fierce warriors, clever methods of farming, pictorial symbols for writing, an impres
Grades:
2nd - 6th
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