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Social studies bibliographies $5-10
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
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
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
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
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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3rd Grade - Social Studies - Unit 3 - Culture, Inventors, Heroes, Writers, Art
This 3rd grade – Social Studies resource includes worksheets that covers cultures, writers, artists, inventors, and national heroes. Travel through various world cultures: China, India, Kenya, Egypt, and Mexico. Meet some of America’s most loved and patriotic national heroes such as: Hector P. Garcia, James A. Lovell, The Four Chaplains, Harriet Tubman, and Todd Beamer. Get to know some of the famous works of art from various illustrators and writers like: Tomie dePaola, Laura Ingalls Wilder, Ka
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3rd
Also included in: 3rd Grade - Social Studies BUNDLE - Whole Year Worksheets
Black History Lapbooks | Biographies
These Black History lapbooks are designed for 2nd and 3rd grade but can be adapted for upper and lower grades. This biography lapbook includes templates to create 31 lapbooks about 31 famous African Americans. Students will conduct research to create a final writing sample, timeline, fun facts, and quotes.This project includesA graphic organizer to help students organize their lapbook ideasTimeline templatesPocket templatesCard templates31 Final writing sheets for each famous African American31
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2nd - 5th
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APA Citation Guide Booklet and Practice Exercises (Bibliography)
In this zip file are two resources:
APA Citation Booklet: This booklet gives students an explanation for the necessity of citing sources, an explanation and image of a formatted References page, an explanation and example of parenthetical citations, and nine different types of sources to cite, each with a template and an example.
APA Citation Handout: This 4 page worksheet lists information in a randomized order for 6 of the sources explained in the booklet. Students are asked to put the infor
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Grades:
6th - 10th
Freedom Train Novel Study
This text-heavy Freedom Train novel unit can easily be applied to both social studies and reading/language subjects. This allows for a break in between work sessions and can be done on alternate days with grammar/writing/reading skill work or Civil War background work put into the mix. I use it as a resource and not on its own – it would be too intense alone for a 4th (and even possibly 5th) grade class. Sixth or seventh graders, based on their ability level, could easily do this study as a piec
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4th - 7th
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Who Was? Themed Famous Person Biography Research Project BUNDLE
Use this BUNDLE as a starter for Social Studies Standard 2.5: Students understand the importance of individual action and character and explain how heroes from long ago and the recent past have made a difference in others’ lives (e.g., from biographies of Abraham Lincoln, Louis Pasteur, Sitting Bull, George Washington Carver, Marie Curie, Albert Einstein, Golda Meir, Jackie Robinson, Sally Ride). 95 Famous Faces included! Students can use these items to help them navigate through their own rese
Grades:
2nd
Dice Drawing: Roll-an-Artist, end of the year, sub plans
Use the interactive Roll-an-Artist worksheets to help your students to learn about artists and their style! Simply print the desired page/s and hand one to each student. Students will roll a die and draw the corresponding item onto a blank sheet of paper. These drawings are a great activity for students to brainstorm ideas for a future project OR perfect for early finishers, OR end of the year, OR sub plans, etc.Included in the packet: -Title page - Table of Contents - Student Objective - Rule
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4th - 12th
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The Real Life of P.T. Barnum, The Greatest Showman Reading and Math Lessons
Did you fall in love with blockbuster movie The Greatest Showman like I did?! Now you can bring the magic to your students for a fun day of circus learning activities!
Activities include:
Reading comprehension of "The Real Life of P.T. Barnum"
Reading comprehension questions
I Have/Who Has with words from the reading passage
Around the Room math problems and recording sheet
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3rd - 5th
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Researching and Writing a Biography Nonfiction Unit Scaffolded CCSS Grades 3-6
This Biography Research and Writing Unit is tailored to meet the diverse learning needs of students in general education, Special Education (SPED), and English Language Learner (ELL) programs. Using a scaffolding approach, this unit sequences content, materials, and tasks to enhance understanding and engagement. Each key term is clearly defined, allowing for a smooth progression through the unit.Unit Features:Easy-to-Follow Teaching Directions: Ensures easy implementation in the classroom.Anchor
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Writing Bundle CCSS Grades 5-6 Print and Teach
Presidents Day President Research Report Flip Book and Bulletin Board Display
Cap off your Presidents' Day unit with these adorable and engaging President Reports. Perfect for beginning writers who need additional guidance in research and writing. These President Research Reports help simplify the researching and report writing process for young writers by including a specific research outline which helps students to know exactly what features to look for in their research. They will use this information to fill in a final report that is organized and thorough.Cap off thi
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
8 More Famous African Americans Unit
I enjoyed making my last 8 Famous African Americans Unit so much and the feedback I've received inspired me to make another unit.This product concentrates on 8 famous African Americans including: Garrett Morgan Dr. Charles DrewMary McLeod Bethune Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Barack Obama Harriet Tubman Bessie ColemanRosa ParksFor each historical figure, you will find: ★ 1 graphic organizer★ 1 page in the coloring book★ Reading passage★ Comprehension questions★ Mini-foldable book★ Interactive not
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
Timeline - Student Biography Project
This activity is meant to help your students understand timelines! Included in this resource are: A brainstorming page to come up with important events that have happened in your students livesA “What is a Timeline?” anchor chartA parent letter about the project that can be sent homeTwo printable timeline options (a full page size meant to be printed on 3-4 pages), and a reduced size timeline (also meant to be printed on 3-4 pages, but in a narrower format)A printable checklist to ensure that yo
Grades:
2nd - 4th
U.S. President Research Project
Students will select a U.S. President and complete this research packet. They will look up his elections/campaigns, accomplishments, etc...
After the students complete the research, I have them create a visual aid that includes all of their info. This usually comes in the form of a poster or "tri-fold" board. But I do allow students to create a website, Prezi, or any other visual project that depicts all of the info.
Usually a big hit and the students always surprise me with their creativity
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Black History Month Morning Slides - BUNDLE
Incorporate Black History Month into your classroom with these morning meeting slides BUNDLE! Your students can complete a worksheet a day and end the month with a journal about all the leaders they learned about.The following women are featured in this product:Rebecca Lee CrumplerCharlotte E. RayAlma Woodsey ThomasBessie ColemanAugusta SavageJosephine BakerMamie Phipps ClarkKatherine JohnsonShirley ChisholmNichelle NicholsNina SimoneRaven WilkinsonWilma RudolphMarcelite HarrisOprah WinfreyDr. M
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1st - 3rd
Biografía - Organizadores gráficos y reporte escrito Spanish Biography Report
Con este recurso tus estudiantes de cuarto a sexto podrán investigar la biografía de cualquier persona importante. Ideal para usarse para investigar personas ilustres, mujeres en la historia, científicos importantes, etc. Incluye organizadores gráficos para guiarlos en su investigación. Además incluye un reporte escrito para que los estudiantes puedan realizarlo de manera fácil y organizada. Incluye folleto para hacer su presentación o entregar a compañeros.Qué incluye:Diferentes opciones de org
Grades:
4th - 6th
How to Write an Annotated Bibliography (both APA and MLA)
This slide deck will walk your students step by step through: what is an annotated bibliography the three types of annotations instructors typically ask for how to write an annotated bibliography exemplars for MLA and APA formats a group activity to apply their learning with an answer key to which they can compare their work. Fully editable and customizable, you can ensure these instructions match your very specific criteria for your course.
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Fanion franco-ontarien (Biographie) - Volumes 1 et 2
Faites découvrir les réalisations de 14 personnalités franco-ontariennes à vos élèves. Il sera amusant pour vos élèves de faire la recherche afin de compléter les activités du fanion (Pennants). Ce fanion est parfait pour la journée du drapeau franco-ontarien ou le mois de la francophonie. Volume 1Les personnalités féminines incluses sont: Elizabeth Bertrand, les demoiselles Adhémard et Victoire Papineau, Élisabeth Bruyère, Almanda Walker-Marchand, Diane et Béatrice Desloges, Jeanne Lajoie et Gi
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3rd - 8th
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Inventor Wax Museum Research Project
Your students, parents, and school community are going to LOVE this project!! This is a research based assignment where your students get to learn about famous inventors! This project is composed of 2 parts: research and then a wax museum! In this wax museum your students will get to transform into their inventor and come to life to inform others!! In this resource you will receive the following: - Teacher helpful hints - Photo examples of completed projects - Suggested inventor list -Research w
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: INVENTOR MUSEUM PRINT & DIGITAL VERSION
'State'ing the Facts About California
This is a great unit all about California!
Learn all about the symbols of California.
This packet include California professional sport teams.
Use the California Fact Posters along with the 'State'ing the Facts about California Reader as visual for the kids.
There are some book and a puzzle information that will need to be purchased else where.
Table of Contents
Page 3-11 California Write the Room
pg. 3 No sports pg. 4-5 with sports teams
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Grades:
K - 2nd
How To Write an Informational Essay- Interactive slides
Are your students struggling with writing an informational essay?I’ve created a GoogleSlide that students download and work on to help them create well-written essays. Each slide contains a video that explains what should happen in each section of the essay, and how to do it. I’ve provided different videos that give the same information, but in different ways. Students simply make a copy of the presentation, and get to work. At the end of the slideshow there is a template to an essay in Google D
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7th - 12th
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