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Elementary social studies graphic organizers for Google Apps
CNN 10 Student News Current Event Analysis, Worksheets: Print & Google Digital
My students are hooked on CNN 10, formerly CNN Student News! It is a great, free online resource that is perfect to get students thinking about current events with a Common Core lens. This activity set has FIFTEEN templates to choose from and is aligned with Common Core Literacy and Writing standards for ELA, history, and science (NGSS). In addition to receiving printable copies provided in PDF, this lesson was recently converted to GOOGLE 1:1 compatible templates for a completely GOOGLE Classro
Grades:
4th - 12th
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The Rise of the Dictators | World War II | Digital Learning Activity
Teaching the Rise of Dictators can be tough. What should we talk about and how much should we talk about? We have it all laid out for you. This is our most popular product on TpT because we have done all the work for you. Detailed fact sheets give students access to the information they need to truly understand the important details of these infamous men. Digital and Paper Copies included! This "World War II: The Rise of the Dictators" Distance Learning Activity includes:1) A graphic organiz
Grades:
5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: World War II | Unit Activity | Digital Learning Bundle
Civics Unit, Rights and Responsibilities, Rules and Laws, Branches of Government
This no-prep civics and government social studies resource is a perfect supplement to use with your lessons. It offers an introduction to civics and the U.S. government, rules and laws, branches of government, and rights and responsibilities. There are reading comprehension passages, graphic organizers, and cut-and-glue activities.What's Included in this Civics & Government Worksheet set?reading passageswriting pagesfact writing activitiescut-and-glue sorts worksheetsTopics covered: Introduc
Grades:
2nd - 3rd
Industrial Revolution Inventions Activity Stations Worksheet Interactive
Looking for a one 30-45 minute lesson to teach the major inventions associated with the Industrial Revolution? This industrial revolution inventions activity can be done in stations and students fill out a worksheet as they move around the room.I don't know about you, but my textbook doesn't "cut it" with the inventions. It seems the information is in multiple places and skips around. I created this lesson so that all of the inventions mentioned below are in one place! This can be used as a
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in: Custom Bundle for John P.
Types of Communities and Community Helpers Unit - Suburban Urban Rural
Looking for a communities unit that covers types of communities, community helpers, and urban, suburban, and rural? This communities social studies resource is a perfect supplement to use for your 2nd and 3rd grade lessons. It offers an introduction into what communities are and then focuses on 10 different aspects of communities. There are reading comprehension passages, graphic organizers, cut and glue activities, and answer keys.There is also a digital conversion of this resource available in
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2nd - 3rd
Economics Unit, Goods and Services, Needs and Wants Sorts, Worksheets 2nd 3rd
This no-prep economics social studies resource is a perfect supplement to use when teaching goods and services, needs and wants, and other economic topics. It offers an introduction to economics and then focuses on various aspects of economics. There are reading comprehension passages, graphic organizers, cut and glue activities, and answer keys. There is also a digital conversion of this resource available in Google Slides. The resources have been digitally converted so that you can use the pap
Grades:
2nd - 3rd
13 Colonies Regions New England, Middle, & Southern Colony Regions
In this 13 Colonies and Colony Regions activity, students compare the New England, Middle and Southern Colony Regions. Students read the included student-friendly article (either in a group, individually, or as a class), then fill in the details on the included graphic organizer. This serves as a great intro to the 13 Colonies, or as a great way to learn the varying characteristics of the New England, Middle, or Southern colony regions.This resource includes a paper in-class version and a 1:1
Grades:
5th - 8th
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Branches of Government LINKtivity® (Legislative, Judicial, Executive)
Transform your students into government experts with this engaging and interactive digital resource! The 3 Branches of Government LINKtivity is the perfect way to introduce your upper elementary students to the unique features of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.With just a single link, your students will be able to access a kid-friendly digital learning guide that includes video, audio, fun graphics, and more, making their learning experience enjoyable and unforgettable. The LI
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3rd - 5th
Ancient Greece Government: Comparing Monarchy, Oligarchy, Tyranny and Democracy!
In this Ancient Greece government resource, students read about the four major government styles that characterized the ancient Greeks - monarchy, oligarchy, tyranny, and democracy. Students are introduced to key figures like Solon, Agamemnon, Philip I, Alexander the Great, and Dionysios. Students also learn about modern-day connections, such as the 13 Colonies, North Korea, and Russia. In each handout, students will learn about the form of government, how it was practiced in ancient Greece,
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5th - 8th
13 Colonies Unit | Colonial America | Colonization | Map & Activities
Supplement your instruction of the 13 colonies with these comprehensive, no-prep, and standards aligned lessons. Focus on colonial America using differentiated instruction, expository reading and writing practice, vocabulary support, primary source analysis, and map skills reinforcement. Everything you need for student-centered instruction is included! Printable PDF and Google Drive versions are included for each resource! By purchasing this bundle, you are saving 30% off the full value of the i
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Ancient India Interactive Notebook - History Social Studies Worksheets Projects
{Paper & Digital Versions Included!}***Important Update - Now includes additional, colorful Digital Google Slides Version for Google Classroom! Designed for Distance Learning Unit for Interactive Social Studies Notebook!6th Grade Ancient Civilizations SeriesThis resource is part of the Ancient Civilizations (Entire) CurriculumThis product contains interactive cut and paste learning material for students to create an organized social studies interactive notebook.This resource is aligned with
Grades:
5th - 8th
Country Research Report Worksheets and Graphic Organizers Google Slides
Are you looking for engaging activities for writing a country research project? These country research graphic organizer worksheets are perfect for your literacy and social studies lessons about countries. They are ideal for research projects and report writing. They are also great for reading lessons with informational texts.These informational essay graphic organizers are offered as no prep printables, as well as in digital formats (TPT Easel and Google Slides). Here's the thing. You want your
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1st - 3rd
Journey though the American Revolution Simulation of a soldier's experience
Journey through the American Revolution!This is a Google Slides interactive experience that guides students through the major battles of the Revolutionary War. Students write the story of a Continental Army soldier aided by writing prompts, and then they follow that soldier's journey to each of the major battles. All of the information in the journey is based on real research. Each event is based on the actual journals of Revolutionary War soldiers, and every event has been carefully edited for
Grades:
5th - 8th
Civil War Battles PowerPoint Notes + Map Activity
In this Civil War Battles Powerpoint and map notes resource, students complete a map graphic organizer where they detail 11 major events of the American Civil War, including the Battle of Antietam (Sharpsburg), Bull Run, Gettysburg, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Vicksburg, and much more! ☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a huge discount) when you purchase my Civil War activities unit bundle here!Students complete a map organizer that shows each learner where, geographically, the war is be
Grades:
5th - 8th
Map Skills and Types of Maps Unit, Social Studies Worksheets for 2nd & 3rd Grade
This map skills and types of maps worksheet set is a perfect set for 2nd and 3rd graders. It offers reading passages and worksheets for map skills and then focuses on seven different types of maps. There are reading comprehension passages, graphic organizers, cut and glue activities, and answer keys. There is also a digital conversion of this resource available in Google Slides. They have been digitally converted so that you can use the paper version or digital conversion in your unit. The links
Grades:
2nd - 3rd
Journey Though the Civil War Simulation of a Union Soldier's Experience
This is a Google Slides interactive experience that guides students through the major battles of the Civil War. Students follow a soldier's journey to each of the major battles and write a third-person narrative about the soldier's experience from the perspective of a "junior historian" with the National Parks Service. I have included three different versions of this product to meet the needs of the many ways teachers are facilitating instruction.What teachers are saying about this resource:"R
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5th - 8th
Hinduism & Buddhism Notes and PowerPoint Lesson Activity in Ancient India
In this Hinduism and Buddhism lesson, students will complete guided notes with a PowerPoint presentation that teaches all of the essential details from the Hinduism and Buddhism religions, including their similarities and differences.Students are guided through a PowerPoint that compares Hinduism and Buddhism to show their views in a variety of different categories. Students learn about Siddhartha Gautama, the Vedas, Reincarnation, Karma, Dharma, and more! Blank copies of the organizer are also
Grades:
5th - 8th
The Crusades PowerPoint and Flipped Lesson
This lesson on the Crusades includes a thorough and visually-engaging PowerPoint along with a video, guided notes, and interactive notebook option! The presentation begins with the motivations of why the Crusaders and Pope wanted a Crusade and continues through each of the 4 Crusades. The important aspects of each is explained in simple, easy-to-understand notes. The major effects of the Crusades as well as the Reconquista and Spanish Inquisition are covered as well to give students a well-devel
Grades:
5th - 10th
Also included in: World History PowerPoint Bundle Part 2: Classical Asia - Enlightenment
Then and Now Social Studies Unit - Technology, Transportation, Past and Present
Are you looking for a Then and Now social studies unit that covers topics such as technology, transportation, lighting, and more? This no-prep past and present resource is a perfect supplement to use for your lessons. It covers a variety of topics about the past, present-day, a comparison of the two, and then a study of 8 different aspects in each given time. There are reading comprehension passages, graphic organizers, writing pages, cut and glue activities, and answer keys. There is also a dig
Grades:
2nd - 3rd
Checks and Balances Chart and Activities
Checks and Balances – Graphic Organizers and handoutsDigital version now included!This lesson covers the system of checks and balances. Checks and Balances is an important concept to understating how American government works. Included in this resource:You can decide how much practice your students need or which style of activities fit the learning styles of the group you have. • Checks and Balances graphic organizer: Explain how to read the graphic organizer and explain how each branch checks t
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3rd - 12th
Biography Unit, Graphic Organizer, Reading Passages, Plus 16 Influential People
This biography set of reading passages and graphic organizers is a perfect supplement to use for your Biography unit. It covers a variety of topics about biographies, autobiographies, timelines, and then a study of 16 different influential people. There are reading comprehension passages, graphic organizers, writing pages, and cut and glue activities.There is also a digital conversion of this resource available in Google Slides. They have been digitally converted so that you can use the paper ve
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2nd - 3rd
Ellis Island and Immigration | US History Curriculum
Integrate Social Studies into your ELA block with these informational texts about Ellis Island and the history of U.S. immigration. Students will learn facts about Ellis island, the steps in the immigration process, and what happened to those who were allowed into the United States and those who were not. Whether you print and go or assign this digitally, you can easily integrate Social Studies with Reading. This resource includes 6 pages of text about Ellis Island followed by 5 pages of compr
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Also included in: United States Social Studies for 5th Grade | American history
Ancient Egyptian Pharaoh Timeline Activity for the lives of Egyptian Pharaohs
In this Ancient Egypt Pharaoh's timeline activity, students investigate the accomplishments of Ancient Egypt's 9 most memorable pharaohs and work on timelining skills to place each in the appropriate location. ☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a huge discount) when you purchase my Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia activities unit located here bundle!Students analyze Egypt's pharaohs, then place them in the appropriate place on the included timeline! This requires students to thoroughly underst
Grades:
5th - 8th
Geography Unit, US & World Geography Worksheets and Passages, Social Studies
This no-prep world geography social studies resource is a perfect supplement to use for your lessons. It offers an introduction to geography and large geographical designations and then focuses on each of the seven continents. There are reading comprehension passages, graphic organizers, cut and glue activities, and answer keys. There is also a digital conversion of this resource available in Google Slides. They have been digitally converted so that you can use the paper version or digital conve
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Grades:
2nd - 3rd
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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.
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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.
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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.
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