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10th grade social studies Common Core CCRA.W.3 resources

Preview of Introduction to Broadcast Journalism Bundle

Introduction to Broadcast Journalism Bundle

Teaching Broadcast Journalism? Wondering where to start? This Bundle will help you introduce your students to the basics of Broadcasting and get you started on producing your own school newscasts! If you are anything like me when I was first asked to teach a journalism course fifteen years ago, I wasn't sure where to begin! Although I was teaching three other courses, I spent hours planning and preparing for my journalism class. With no curriculum to guide me and no resources to be had, I felt l
Preview of YOU TEACH THE CLASS STUDENT PRESENTATION Any Topic Independent Project NO PREP

YOU TEACH THE CLASS STUDENT PRESENTATION Any Topic Independent Project NO PREP

This easy-to-follow, NO PREP, FULLY-EDITABLE resource gives you everything you need to have your students do a TEACH THE CLASS LESSON PLAN AND PRESENTATION! Simply print out the Student Packet, post the PowerPoint with directions, and GO! This is an excellent presentation option for Genius Hour, Passion Projects, Independent Projects...or any other research project! It includes the following 5 FULLY EDITABLE pages and EDITABLE PowerPoint:Page 1: Student Information PagePage 2: Lesson Plan Planni
Preview of Chernobyl Miniseries Episodes 1 through 5

Chernobyl Miniseries Episodes 1 through 5

Based upon the critically-acclaimed Chernobyl miniseries from HBO, this video guide accompanies all 5 episodes of the 5 part drama.  The film is a painstakingly accurate account of the worst nuclear accident in human history. This can be used in a physics class for topics of nuclear chemistry, world history class for historical discussions of the accident and the Soviet Union during the cold war, environmental science class for the effects of the accident on the environment, or a biology class
Preview of The Founder Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Form (PG13 - 2016)

The Founder Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Form (PG13 - 2016)

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TeacherTravis
The Founder Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG13 - 2016) challenges to analyze and learn life & business lessons from Ray Kroc's story of persistence. Explore the relationship between supply and demand, analyze the business decisions both Ray and the McDonald brothers made, and prioritize the key attributes Ray credits to his success: talent, genius, education and persistenceCheck the preview file for high resolution sample questions to see if this movie guide is suitable for your stud
Preview of Fantasy World/Fictional World-building Project for ELA (Digital & Print)

Fantasy World/Fictional World-building Project for ELA (Digital & Print)

This project was born out of a desire to do something creative and fun in the final weeks of school without resorting to just showing movies. I was blown away by the creativity of my middle school students and I think yours will impress you just the same!The materials in this product are intentionally very open-ended and are designed to give students the opportunity to envision and design their very own fictional world in which a fantasy, sci-fi, dystopian, or other type of story might take plac
Preview of Unbroken YRE Hillenbrand / Giant Unit Bundle ONLINE READY! / Bonus items!

Unbroken YRE Hillenbrand / Giant Unit Bundle ONLINE READY! / Bonus items!

Unbroken (YRE) by Laura Hillenbrand tells the amazing story of the American war hero and Olympian, Louis Zamperini. I love teaching this novel! Louis' story of endurance and forgiveness is inspiring and my students love learning more about WWII, Pearl Harbor, and WWII aircraft. I hope your students love Unbroken as much as mine do.I adapted this unit for online-learning, and I'm thrilled to finally share it with you. Each piece of this unit is for sale individually, but you can save $$ and g
Preview of He Named Me Malala Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google (PG13 - 2015)

He Named Me Malala Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google (PG13 - 2015)

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TeacherTravis
He Named Me Malala Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google (PG13 - 2015) challenges students to analyze the life and work of Malala Yousafzai. Explore how the Taliban slowly took over her home town, oppressed her people and outlawed females going to school. Ask students to connect with Malala's life by comparing their situation to hers. Discuss what how Malala and her father valued education and how their community values educations. Finally think critically about what Malala's name means
Preview of Leap Year | Leap Day Printable & Digital Classroom Activities

Leap Year | Leap Day Printable & Digital Classroom Activities

Leap Year (Leap Day) Activities for Students (Printable & Digital) - No prep lesson plan, student handouts, PowerPoint Slides, Google Slides and Google Doc - Perfect Leap Year (Leap Day) ELA or Social Studies classroom activities for distance learning or Google Classroom.Product Includes (Printable & Digital):Lesson PlanStudent HandoutsPowerPoint SlidesGoogle SlidesGoogle DocCommon Core ELA Standards3-Point Rubric for effortless gradingBell RingerLeap Year (Leap Day) History and Traditio
Preview of The Breadwinner Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Slide (PG13 - 2017)

The Breadwinner Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Slide (PG13 - 2017)

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TeacherTravis
The Breadwinner Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG13 - 2017) helps students get the most out of this eye opening movie that follows a young Afghan girl, Parvana, as she struggles to help her family survive in Afghanistan in 2001. Challenge students to think critically about the freedoms they enjoy that people in Parvana's country do not. Explore the historical context of the film in regard to the Soviet-Afghan war and Islamic Law under the Taliban. Note: The bonus extension activity questio
Preview of Complete Unit for Art Spiegelman's Graphic Novel Maus Vol. 1

Complete Unit for Art Spiegelman's Graphic Novel Maus Vol. 1

The whole unit is available here as a free preview, it's blurred in the preview however it won't be with the actual product.This is a 33 page unit for Art Spiegelman's graphic novel Maus Volume 1: My Father Bleeds Blood. It includes 57 comprehension questions that cover the whole novel (focusing on higher order thinking and visual literacy) with an answer guide, Vocabulary terms for every chapter, 7 Activities to go with the reading, a timeline handout to help students while reading, and a char
Preview of Apollo 13 Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Formats (PG - 1995)

Apollo 13 Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Formats (PG - 1995)

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TeacherTravis
Apollo 13 Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Formats (PG - 1995) challenges students to connect with the characters in the gripping recovery mission of Apollo 13. Explore Jim Lovell and Gene Kranz's leadership styles and how the Apollo 13 crew worked together as a team. Ask students to identify how the public's response to Apollo 13 changed throughout its mission and generalize how people interact with media and news. Check the preview file for high resolution sample questions to see i
Preview of Thinking Like a Historian Lesson Plan Unit for 8th-10th Grade Social Studies

Thinking Like a Historian Lesson Plan Unit for 8th-10th Grade Social Studies

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Lesson Plan Guru
The amazing resources included with the Thinking Like a Historian Lesson Plan Unit for 8th-10th Grade Social Studies have been successfully used by thousands of students and come completely ready to use for BOTH in-person and digital learning (via Google Apps)! The Thinking Like a Historian Unit lays the foundation for your students to succeed in your social studies class! They'll explore and discuss learning strategies that promote and encourage students to think critically, how to effectively
Preview of The True Cost Documentary Movie Guide | Questions | Google Formats (PG13 - 2015)

The True Cost Documentary Movie Guide | Questions | Google Formats (PG13 - 2015)

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TeacherTravis
The True Cost Documentary Movie Guide | Questions | Google Formats (PG13 - 2015) challenges your students to put themselves in the shoes of garment workers in India and Bangladesh and connect their experiences to the fast fashion industry. Explore the idea of advertisement and consumptionism. Analyze the argument that sweatshops might help poorer countries. Finally, explore what we can do as individuals to help reform the clothing industry.Check the preview file for high resolution sample questi
Preview of September 11th Reading Comprehension & Writing Lesson Plan & Worksheets

September 11th Reading Comprehension & Writing Lesson Plan & Worksheets

September 11th Attacks Reading Comprehension and Writing Lesson Plan and Worksheets for no prep 9-11 activities (Printable & Digital) - No prep lesson plan, student handouts, nonfiction text, reading response handouts, writing prompts (informative, opinion, research, how to, narrative), PowerPoint Slides, Google Slides, Google Doc and grading rubric - Perfect September 11th ELA or Social Studies classroom activities, distance learning or Google Classroom activities for a Language Arts or US
Preview of Just Mercy Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Slides (PG13 - 2019)

Just Mercy Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Slides (PG13 - 2019)

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TeacherTravis
Just Mercy Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG13 - 2019) explores Bryan Stevenson's incredible resolve and passion for justice. Challenge students to dig into Walter McMillan's trial and the evidence Bryan discovered that led to his release. Write persuasive essays for, or against, the death penalty using context from the movie. Find hope in unexpected characters like Chapman and the sympathetic prison guard. Finally, ask students to do their own research into cases the Equal Justice Initiat
Preview of Islamic Gunpowder Empires Report Card Unit Bundle Reading Passages Comprehension

Islamic Gunpowder Empires Report Card Unit Bundle Reading Passages Comprehension

Transform students into teacher-historians as they study the Ottoman, Safavid and Mughal Empires!They will read thematic reading passages about each Islamic Empire. They will then become experts by answering questions based on each theme. Finally, students will then demonstrate their expertise by grading each theme, calculating the empire's GPA and writing teacher comments. What’s more, each Report Card Activity has several extensions such as a quiz, a collaborative poster project and ACE writin
Preview of 13th Documentary Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Form (TVMA - 2016)

13th Documentary Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Form (TVMA - 2016)

Created by
TeacherTravis
The 13th Documentary Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (TVMA - 2016) challenges students to digest and analyze the incredible story this films tells about the 13th amendment, the war on drugs, mass incarceration and the prison-industrial complex. Explore the impact that Nixon, Reagan and Clinton had on the war on drugs and how companies profited off legislation which ALEC had a part in introducing. Ask students to ponder how technology like camera phones are affecting the Black Lives Matters
Preview of A Knight's Tale Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Slide (PG13 - 2001)

A Knight's Tale Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Slide (PG13 - 2001)

Created by
TeacherTravis
A Knight's Tale Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Slides (PG13 - 2001) guides students throughout a modern take on a medieval Knight's quest to change his stars. Ask students to connect to the characters, their emotions and decisions. Challenge students to connect real historical events and characters to the film and discuss the limits of how love should be tested. Check the preview file for high resolution sample questions to see if this movie guide is suitable for your students. Thi
Preview of On the Basis of Sex Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google (PG - 2018)

On the Basis of Sex Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google (PG - 2018)

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TeacherTravis
On the Basis of Sex Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2018) challenges students to analyze the amazing story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg and her fight against gender discrimination. Explore her strategy for winning the Charles E. Moritz v. Commissioner of Internal Revenue (1972) and how it was used to topple the system of sex discrimination under the law. Ask student to think critically about the relationships between Ruth and Martin (her husband), and Jane (her daughter), in an effort to le
Preview of Virtual Field Trip to the Mars Rover for Google Classroom

Virtual Field Trip to the Mars Rover for Google Classroom

Created by
TeachWithBri
3...2...1.... Venture to Mars and explore in 360 NASA's Mars Rover! A perfect lesson for middle or high school science or astronomy classes! Students will explore the Rover and its history and findings in 360 and VR and complete lessons and activities with readings, videos, and more!This GOOLE DRIVE VERSION is perfect for distance learning or classroom use to help students explore and take a field trip without ever having to leave the classroom. All questions and activities can be answered fro
Preview of Renaissance Period Trading Simulation Activity - Medici

Renaissance Period Trading Simulation Activity - Medici

Are you struggling to get your students engaged and excited about your Renaissance Reformation Unit? Then use this no prep simulation & have your students role play as merchants during the Renaissance as they recreate the world of trading, shipping and banking!Each round students will choose a product to ship and whether to borrow money and buy insurance from the Medici, Bardi or Albizzi banks. After each round they will briefly explain their financial decisions. Finally, they will find out
Preview of The Prodigal Son from the King James Bible, Short Story Unit Guide, Lesson Plan

The Prodigal Son from the King James Bible, Short Story Unit Guide, Lesson Plan

Created by
Julie Faulkner
This lesson makes an excellent lesson for a British Literature course as it exemplifies the Renaissance period of literature. The themes that emerge throughout the progression of the texts – family, greed, love, forgiveness, home – are perfect for framing the mini unit and having today's teens dig deeply into and connect with the anchor text: "The Prodigal Son" from the King James Bible. Additionally, the low prep unit provides opportunity for covering such skills at characterization, plot, th
Preview of Research Project 6th Grade - 12th Grade: Fun Research Paper & Graphic Organizers

Research Project 6th Grade - 12th Grade: Fun Research Paper & Graphic Organizers

Make research projects fun with this creative research prompt for teens. Now includes editable Google Doc. Perfect for distance learning: "If you could have a meal with ANY person, living or dead, who would you want to talk to and what questions would you ask?" This self-explanatory NO PREP independent research project template is perfect for a self-guided research essay for middle school (6th grade, 7th grade, 8th grade) or high school students (9th grade - 12th grade). Perfect research paper
Preview of Apollo 11 Documentary Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google (G - 2019)

Apollo 11 Documentary Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google (G - 2019)

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TeacherTravis
This Apollo 11 Documentary Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (G - 2019) explores the famous mission that landed Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong on the moon. Director Todd Douglas Miller has done an amazing job piecing together real life audio recordings and footage to send the viewer back in time to July 1969. Ask students to connect with the suspense of the mission and the decisions and feelings of the astronauts. Challenge students to think about how they would've reacted if they were on the
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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.

Benefits of learning social studies

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
  • 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

By teaching social studies, teachers can help students develop critical thinking skills, foster civic engagement, and promote social awareness and responsibility.

Teaching with social studies resources

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.

Discover printable and digital social studies resources

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.

Frequently asked questions about teaching social studies

What types of social studies lessons are available on TPT?

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.