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Social studies bibliographies
MLA 9th Edition, MLA in-text citations & works cited, PDF & Google Drive
With the release of the MLA 9th Edition Handbook, the Modern Language Association updated and refined the rules for proper citations. Are you teaching the correct, most up-to-date version of in-text citations and works cited page formatting? With this 47-slide MLA overview lecture and package of helpful student handouts, your students will know exactly how to approach their citations for your class, standardized testing, and future college courses.Begin with the Prezi-based lecture (also downloa
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8th - 11th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Biography Research Project Graphic Organizer, Templates, Rubrics, Report Writing
Biography Report templates that can be used as a graphic organizer, lap book, or template for a biography project, such as writing a biography research report or summary on any historical person. It's a great resource for Black History Month, Women's History Month, and to make a wax museum project for second grade, third grade, fourth grade, or fifth grade.Students use graphic organizers, activities, and various report options for a biography report presentation or to complete a genre study of
Grades:
2nd - 5th
American Revolution: Research Project: US History: Revolutionary War : 4th Grade
American Revolution Biography Research Posters - 28 American Revolution Heroes featuredThese fun American Revolution biography posters provide a great opportunity to learn about the role these fascinating individuals played in the American Revolution.I have marked these posters for grades 4-6, but I feel they will be most popular in grades 4-5. Please use your best judgement and click on the PREVIEW button above to get a better idea as to what you are purchasing. Some teachers in grades 7-8 may
Grades:
4th - 6th
3rd Grade - Social Studies BUNDLE - Whole Year Worksheets
This BUNDLE of all 3rd Grade- Social Studies Units are a whole year of worksheets and activities. It covers Geography, Historical Figures, Resources, Community, Landforms, Climates, Economics, Government, Citizenship, Culture, Inventors, National Heroes, Writers, Artists, and Celebrations. Everything you need to cover social studies for the entire year!Aligned to Texas TEKS Standards - May also be used with other states' standards.This is a bundle of all of my 3rd Grade- Social Studies Units 1-3
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3rd
Washington & Lincoln Timelines President's Day for Kindergarten & First
Teaching your kindergarten & first graders about the presidents in our history? Grab these presidential timelines specific for George Washington & Abe Lincoln! You are getting both! Each timeline has four events; just enough for young children in kindergarten & first grade to sequence/order. It's a great activity after reading any age appropriate presidential biography on either Washington and/or Lincoln. The Washington Timeline:He measured land.He got married.He was an Army General.
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K - 1st
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Walt Disney Biography Disney Day Activities Writing Who Was Walt Disney Passage
Experience the life of Walt Disney with our engaging and informative Walt Disney Biography and Report. Our product offers a unique and fun way to learn about the legendary Walt Disney. It comes with a reading passage in two formats, black and white one-page, and color with photos two-page, along with QR codes for additional website research, and biography report templates.Our Walt Disney Biography and Report is an excellent tool for teachers looking to integrate reading, writing, and social stud
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2nd - 4th
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Jackie Robinson Biography Report, Reading Passage & Comprehension Activities
Learn about the baseball player, Jackie Robinson, through a fun, easy-to-read reading passage, QR Codes for additional biography research, comprehension activities that support the sequence of events and categorizing facts, and a simple biography report. Help students research information about Jackie Robinson or writing a biography report on this historical figure. This biography of Jackie Robinson is a great way to combine reading, writing, and social studies.The Jackie Robinson Biography and
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Also included in: Black History Month Activities - African-American Biographies
Ruby Bridges Activity Comprehension Reading Passage Black History Month Timeline
Learn about the brave child, Ruby Bridges, through a fun, easy-to-read reading passage, QR Codes for additional biography research, comprehension activities that support the sequence of events and categorizing facts, and a simple biography report. Help students research information about Ruby Bridges or writing a biography report on this historical figure. This biography of Ruby Bridges is a great way to combine reading, writing, and social studies.The Ruby Bridges Biography and Report includes:
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in: Black History Month Activities - African-American Biographies
Martin Luther King Jr. Reading Passage & Comprehension Activities MLK Biography
Teach your students about the incredible life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with this MLK Jr. Biography Reading Passage & Comprehension Activities. Through an easy-to-read biography research reading passage, activities, and more, your students will learn all about one of the most important figures in American history and the Civil Rights Movement.This teaching resource is perfect for MLK Day, Black History Month, or any other time with comprehension activities that support the sequence of ev
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in: Black History Month Activities - African-American Biographies
Presidents Day Activities | Reading Passages About Presidents
Nonfiction passages and comprehension activities about topics related to the American Presidency. This time-saving, low prep unit is perfect for President's Day, Election Day, Inauguration Day, or to supplement a study of American symbols.This unit contains 8 original nonfiction passages written on a 2nd-3rd grade level. Topics included in this unit are: The President, The White House, George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Mount Rushmore, Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and Air Force One.
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Inventors Research Project "Invention Convention"
This a great tool to use for students to help in researching their Inventor/Invention. Included in this packet: 2 pages of Inventor Information (1 1/2 pages of writing space), 2 pages of Invention Information (1 1/2 pages of writing space), 1 page of "Your Input" students own opinion (1 1/2 pages of writing space) 1 page for a Time Line, 1 page for the Bibliography, and 3 pages for Final Product Writing. The students are to research the information and then write their findings below in a paragr
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2nd - 6th
Harriet Tubman Timeline for Women & Black History Kindergarten & First
You are receiving a simple timeline to use with Kindergarten and First Grade. Perfect for an introduction to the basic timeline concept or after reading a story about Harriet Tubman during Black History Month.The timeline shows/tells the follow:Harriet was a slave as a child. Harriet ran away to find freedom. Harriet got a job and was paid for her work. Harriet helped slaves.Need a Harriet Tubman Reader?Harriet Tubman ReaderNeed other timelines?Grow and Change TimelinesThanks for stopping by….
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K - 1st
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Black History- Inventors NOW DIGITAL!
**This unit has been updated for virtual learning. YOU WILL DOWNLOAD A SINGLE PDF THAT SAYS "CLICK HERE." ONCE YOU CLICK THAT, YOU WILL GET ACCESS TO A GOOGLE FOLDER WITH ALL OF THE COMPONENTS. Thanks! :) This unit celebrates 5 men and 5 African American inventors. Included are anchor charts, biography profiles, reading comprehension, and the steps and materials needed for your students to create their own invention and apply for a "patent!" Most of these inventors are lesser known because the p
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1st - 3rd
Also included in: Black History Bundle K-3
Mae Jemison Craft for Black History & Women's Month
This is a fun craft to do after reading the book Mae Among the Stars or any book about Mae Jemison. Have the kids make the spaceship by cutting and gluing it together, then have them decorate their own spacesuit. Lastly, add a photo of their face! It is so cute and such a great lesson! It makes a great bulletin board too! Have fun!
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PreK - 5th
Ultimate Cultural Heritage Month Bundle | Google Slides | Person Per Day
Hello and welcome to Celebrating Cultural Heritage Month Bundle! This resource comes with Hispanic Heritage Month, Black History Month, Women's History Month, and AAPI Month to celebrate for many months of cultural celebrations! This resource is designed to be used in person OR digitally.1. You can use this resource during morning class meeting to fit in relevant and diverse content. I share screen during our class meetings, and we discuss the slides/view the videos together2. This is a comple
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Look at My Life! A Student's Personal Timeline
Students will be able to create a time line of their life from 1 year old up through 8 years old. This project will work with social studies, as a writing assignment, or as an extension to a reading selection. I designed this when my class read a biography about Thomas Edison. After looking at his timeline, we decided to make one of our own. I loved the way they turned out!!Includes:-3 pages of timeline templates. You may trim the template to meet any age up to 8 years old. -3 pages to use
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1st - 2nd
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California History Reading Passage BUNDLE (5 products - 22 Passages)
This year our RCD focus has been on Social Studies - to go deeper in our learning! Over the past few months I have created these 22 Reading Passages to help my students learn more about California History. Each of the 5 products are set up in the same manner, with 3 sections:
*The reading passages themselves: Each passage includes a one page text, multiple choice choice assessment, and a strategy grid to assist students into looking closely at the text. Answer keys are also provided.
The
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Columbus Day Lapbook
Let's learn about Columbus Day. This famous explorer can open up a world of discovery and fun to your classroom and this lapbook activity can do that for you! Perfect for nearly any Columbus Day activities. The lapbook includes a nonfiction passage about Christopher Columbus' first voyage, key vocabulary, timeline, writing prompt, and information about the books. There are also comprehension questions about the passage. Learn more about this famous explorer with this fun craft and learning p
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2nd - 5th
Columbus Day Timeline Kindergarten First Grade Social Studies Fall
Columbus Day is in October. Looking for something to quickly highlight this Spanish explorer with your kindergartners or First Graders? Need an introduction to timelines; what they are and how to use them? Grab this timeline and any Columbus book that is age appropriate and you have an instant lesson! Includes the following 4 events:He asked the Queen and King for moneyHe sailed across the oceanHe saw landHe met the Native AmericansCheck my store for even more kindergarten and first grade resou
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K - 1st
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California Explorers Reading Passages {Cabrillo, Drake, and Vizcaino}
This year it's time to go deeper into our Social Studies units, so I created in depth nonfiction Reading Passages about the specific Explorers that we will be studying.
This product has 3 sections:
First, the explorers have their own passages, multiple choice assessment, and a strategy grid to assist students into looking closely at the text. Answer keys are also provided.
Then, the 3 explorers are to be compared through 4 pages of multiple choice questions, and short responses. An answer
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Mae Jemison Activities - Women in Science - Women's History Month Biography
Learn about the astronaut, Mae Carol Jemison, through a fun, easy-to-read reading passage, QR Codes for additional biography research, comprehension activities that support the sequence of events and categorizing facts, and a simple biography report. Help students research information about Mae Carol Jemison or writing a biography report on this historical figure. This biography of Mae Carol Jemison is a great way to combine reading, writing, and social studies.The Mae Carol Jemison Biography an
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in: Black History Month Activities - African-American Biographies
California Native Tribes Reading Passages {5 Tribes}
This year it's time to go deeper into our Social Studies units, so I created in depth nonfiction Reading Passages about the Native California Tribes we will be studying, specifically the Miwok, Chumash, Cahuilla, Pomo, and Yokuts.
This product has 3 sections:First, each tribe has their own passage, multiple choice assessment, and a strategy grid to assist students into looking closely at the text. Answer keys are also provided.
Then, the 5 tribes are compared through 4 pages of multiple cho
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3rd - 5th
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Amelia Earhart Reading Passage Biography Research Activities - Women's History
Learn about the female pilot, Amelia Earhart, through a fun, easy to read reading passage, QR Codes for additional biography research, comprehension activities that support the sequence of events and categorizing facts, and a simple biography report. Help students research information about Amelia Earhart or writing a biography report on this historical figure. This biography of Amelia Earhart is a great way to combine reading, writing, and social studies.Google Classroom™ Digital Version added
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2nd - 4th
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Bessie Coleman Biography Research, Reading Passage, Templates - Women's History
Learn about the pilot, Bessie Coleman, through a fun, easy to read reading passage, QR Codes for additional biography research, comprehension activities that support the sequence of events and categorizing facts, and a simple biography report. Help students research information about Bessie Coleman or writing a biography report on this historical figure. This biography of Bessie Coleman is a great way to combine reading, writing, and social studies.Google Classroom™ Digital Version added Novembe
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in: Black History Month Activities - African-American Biographies
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