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7th grade social studies graphic organizers

Preview of CNN 10 Student News Current Event Analysis, Worksheets: Print & Google Digital

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
Preview of Country Research Projects Study Report Countries Around the World Research

Country Research Projects Study Report Countries Around the World Research

Country Research Projects: This newly revised (July 2023) country study worksheet packet will help your 4th grade, 5th grade, and 6th grade social studies students conduct a country study research project for countries around the world. It not only includes country research graphic organizers and templates and for gathering information and conducting country research, but also guidance and skills for country report writing and giving a presentation. Grading rubrics, answer keys, differentiated a
Preview of 20 Research & Note-taking Graphic Organizers and Templates

20 Research & Note-taking Graphic Organizers and Templates

These research graphic organizers will help your students form strong note-taking habits, organize findings, build vocabulary and keep track of the sources they used to find information. - 20 Diverse Graphic Organizers / Templates for Research - Generic enough to be used across different subjects, activities and lesson - Differentiated from basic to advanced with different focuses, formats and layouts- Can be used as a non-fiction reading response activity for student accountability - Excellent
Preview of Spanish-Speaking Countries and Capitals Maps and Quiz

Spanish-Speaking Countries and Capitals Maps and Quiz

This is a map labeling activity and matching quiz over the 21 Spanish-speaking countries and capitals. Students will label and identify the 21 Spanish-speaking countries and capitals in Spanish. This is a great activity when reviewing Spanish-speaking countries and capitals or Spanish geography. Makes a great coloring page. Answer keys are included. Countries included: España, México, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panamá, Cuba, La República Dominicana, Puerto Rico, Ar
Preview of Industrial Revolution Inventions Activity Stations Worksheet Interactive

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
Preview of GREEK MYTHOLOGY Research Report Projects | Ancient Greece Gods Activity

GREEK MYTHOLOGY Research Report Projects | Ancient Greece Gods Activity

This bundle of (25) two-sided tri-fold biography brochure templates allows students to dig deeper into facts about the Greek mythology characters. You'll also find a BLANK template to use with ANY Greek mythology figure that is not included with this resource.CLICK HERE to save 30% on this resource in the Greek Mythology Activity Bundle!An interactive notebook pocket has been provided for each figure, however, these brochures can be created as a stand-alone project as well.Have the whole class w
Preview of Harlem Renaissance Stations Lesson Activity: Readings, Worksheets, & More

Harlem Renaissance Stations Lesson Activity: Readings, Worksheets, & More

This engaging activity on the Harlem Renaissance includes 23 pages on major authors, artists, and musicians of the era along with readings, primary sources, graphic organizers, and more! A teacher directions page explains several different options for using the materials in a stations lesson plan on the Harlem Renaissance. There are 2 different versions of a graphic organizer for students to use as they move through the stations on art, music, and literature of the Harlem Renaissance. Also inclu
Preview of Doodle Style Notes, The Americas, Aztec, Maya & Inca Summary Activity Set

Doodle Style Notes, The Americas, Aztec, Maya & Inca Summary Activity Set

What a fun way to review the geography, religion, achievements, government/leadership, economy and social classes of the Americas! Students complete the Aztec, Maya, and Inca doodle note templates after class notes, reading textbook chapters or informational texts, at the end of the unit, or even after finishing a chapter test (while waiting for students to finish). This activity is a class favorite that is easy to implement. It's great to share and hang in the classroom. This also makes for a
Preview of Greek Mythology Unit - Allusions from Ancient Greece - Mythical Allusion Project

Greek Mythology Unit - Allusions from Ancient Greece - Mythical Allusion Project

This Greek mythology unit resource package contains everything you need to teach students about allusions from Greek Mythology - reading passages, graphic organizers, answer keys, foldable activities, and class posters! Detailed instructions and student examples of all of the included mythological allusions are included. It is formatted to meet the common core standards relating to allusions from Greek Mythology. These activities are perfect for your upcoming Ancient Greece unit or study of Gr
Preview of I Am Poem: I Am From Poem Template, Example Poem & Grading Rubric (Bio Poem)

I Am Poem: I Am From Poem Template, Example Poem & Grading Rubric (Bio Poem)

Use these I Am Poem (I Am From Poem) Templates, Example Poem & Grading Rubric during a Poetry unit or during discussion in a Social Studies or Culture class. This may also be called a Bio Poem or Biography Poem and is perfect at any time of the year to get to your students even better.I Am Poem - I Am From Poem includes:-Example ‘I Am From’ Poem-Poem Template with Directions-Final Poem Page with ‘I Am” prompts-Final Poem Page with blank lines-Grading Rubric, half-page❤ Click HERE to view 75
Preview of CER Claim Evidence Reasoning Activity CER Template CER rubric CER practice

CER Claim Evidence Reasoning Activity CER Template CER rubric CER practice

Are your students struggling with writing their claim, evidence, and reasoning scientific explanations? This template will help students write scientific explanation summaries and support their claims with evidence and reasoning (CER).  Comes with language support, in the form of graphic organizers and sentence frames. Plus a generic rubric to help you grade students' CERs. This is great for integrating the Common Core into your science class. Included in this product:✅ Blank scientific explana
Preview of The Legacy of Ancient Rome Google Slideshow and Activity

The Legacy of Ancient Rome Google Slideshow and Activity

Help your students understand the impact and legacy of Ancient Rome with this printable and digital activity! This no-prep resource includes a detailed Google Slideshow that teaches about 12 different innovations of the Romans and an analysis activity that helps students make connections between Ancient Rome and modern society.To use this resource, begin by presenting the slideshow or sharing it with your students. Then, students will work on the corresponding graphic organizer. On the graphic o
Preview of Primary and Secondary Sources Activities - Informational Text and Showdown Game

Primary and Secondary Sources Activities - Informational Text and Showdown Game

Introducing the concepts of primary and secondary sources to middle school students can be challenging. This primary and secondary sources activity is designed for teachers of English Language Arts or Social Studies in grades 5-8. The lesson focuses on helping students identify primary and secondary sources that are relevant to them. It includes an informational text that introduces students to the concepts of primary and secondary sources. Students will read and practice annotation skills while
Preview of 13 Colonies Regions New England, Middle, & Southern Colony Regions

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
Preview of Ancient Greece Government: Comparing Monarchy, Oligarchy, Tyranny and Democracy!

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,
Preview of Ancient Mesopotamia Unit Projects and Activities - Reading Passages - Map - Test

Ancient Mesopotamia Unit Projects and Activities - Reading Passages - Map - Test

Ancient Mesopotamia Interactive Notebook unit - This 140+ page package of Mesopotamia activities contains everything you need to teach a complete Ancient Mesopotamia unit! This includes reading passages, research activities, foldable activities, questions, graphic organizers, and more. Perfect for your Mesopotamia or Ancient Civilizations unit, all resources are classroom tested and include detailed instructions and creative handouts. Very little teacher prep in needed – simply print and teach!
Preview of American History Complete Interactive Notebook Bundle: Readings & Activities

American History Complete Interactive Notebook Bundle: Readings & Activities

This bundle features Interactive Notebook pages for ALL of US History from the early colonies through to the Modern United States! There are over 150 Interactive Notebook pages of graphic organizers, creative foldables, timelines, and more! Readings are now also included for the pages! An entire online "textbook" aligned with the pages can be assigned to students to use to complete all of the graphic organizers.These are incredible resources for getting students engaged and active in their learn
Preview of Alexander Hamilton: Lesson Plan for the Musical

Alexander Hamilton: Lesson Plan for the Musical

Hamilton Lesson Plan for the Hit MusicalThis amazing, fun, and highly-engaging lesson is designed to teach your students all about Alexander Hamilton through a PowerPoint, graphic organizer/interactive notebook pages, cooperative learning activity, primary source, and songs from the hit Broadway show Hamilton. Hamilton is absolutely captivating and this is an awesome resource to bring the smash hit into your classroom! Your download includes a detailed lesson plan/teacher instruction page with s
Preview of Causes of the American Revolution PowerPoint and Notes Set

Causes of the American Revolution PowerPoint and Notes Set

This PowerPoint and Notes set is everything you need to teach your students about the causes of the American Revolution including: the French and Indian War, Sugar Act, Stamp Act, Sons of Liberty, Townshend Acts, Boston Massacre, Tea Act, Boston Tea Party, Intolerable Acts, First Continental Congress, and Battle of Lexington and Concord.Includes:- 16 slide PowerPoint- 5 pages of scaffolded notes (editable PDF)- answer keyThis PowerPoint and Notes Set covers Georgia Standards of Excellence:SS4H1
Preview of Civil War Battles PowerPoint Notes + Map Activity

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
Preview of NEWSELA Current Event Analysis Common Core Worksheets & Graphic Organizers

NEWSELA Current Event Analysis Common Core Worksheets & Graphic Organizers

NEWSELA is a great, online resource because it allows a student to choose his/her own Lexile level to read level-appropriate articles. This activity has 12 templates (Newsela worksheets or Newsela graphic organizers) to choose from and is aligned with Common Core Literacy and Writing standards for ELA, history, and science (NGSS). Two brand new Doodle Notes templates were added for the new school year!!!In addition to receiving printable copies provided in PDF, this lesson bundle was recently co
Preview of Research and Inquiry Skills - Graphic Organizers for ANY Subject

Research and Inquiry Skills - Graphic Organizers for ANY Subject

Created by
Addie Williams
Research and Inquiry Organizers - Looking for something to help your students manage a research or inquiry project? Use these comprehensive templates and organizers to help your students succeed! I've used these organizers with multiple grades and subjects and had great success! Great for any subject and research/inquiry project- the result could be a formal research paper, research poster, or PowerPoint presentation. The templates work for anything that requires students to research informati
Preview of USA LANDMARKS Research Projects | United States Geography Report Activity

USA LANDMARKS Research Projects | United States Geography Report Activity

This bundle of (15) two-sided tri-fold research brochure templates allows students to dig deeper into facts about famous landmarks in the United States. You'll also find a BLANK template to use with ANY landmark that is not included with this resource. Makes a great addition to your American history and geography unit studies throughout the year. Keep these in your early finisher folder or your sub-folder for no-prep fun.CLICK HERE to save 30% on this resource in the American Landmarks activity
Preview of The Rise of the Dictators | World War II | Digital Learning Activity

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
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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.

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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
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  • 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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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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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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