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Free social studies study guides
50 States and Capitals Freebie: FREE Study Map, List of States, & Study Guide
Help your students know all 50 states and capitals of the United States with this convenient study guide! Included is a list of states, corresponding capitals, state abbreviations, and a labeled map. For more States & Capitals resources, such as practice worksheets, blank maps, test forms, state research project, crosswords, etc., I highly recommend my 50 States & Capitals Mega-Pack Bundle! Not only will you have many worksheets to choose from, but it is also available digitally for Go
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Also included in: American History U.S. History Bundle: Beginnings through the 1850's
U.S. States & Capitals - Labeled & Blank Maps for Study and Practice - Geography
This set of maps is a perfect supplement to any study of the U.S. states and capitals.The set includes:Color map of the U.S. with states labeledBlack-and-white map with all states and capitals labeledBlack-and-white map with no labels, for student practice.The black-and-white maps can be easily photocopied for classroom use.This set is designed to work with the worksheets, flash cards and activities in my U.S. States & Capitals Bundle: U.S. States & Capitals BundleProducts included in t
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4th - 7th
SL - Greek Myths and Stories - FREE Comprehension Questions and Answers
Get comprehension questions and their answers for 13 Greek myths and 1 Greek poem for FREE. Also get a Greek god and goddess crossword puzzle, Greek mythology monster match, and a few FlipFacts. This freebie includes study guide questions for the following short stories:An Achilles HeelBetween Scylla and CharybdisDamon and PythiasThe Golden TouchHercules and Atlas Hercules and the WagonerThe Myth of the MinotaurOne Hundred Lyrics, “No. 39” (poem)Pandora’s Box The Sphinx’s RiddleThe Story of Atal
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3rd - 6th
A Liberty's Kids * LK01 -“Boston Tea Party” Worksheet, Ans Sheet, Four Quizzes
A Liberty's Kids * LK01- “Boston Tea Party” Differentiated Worksheet, Answer Sheet, Four Quizzes***** Videos are NOT included.*****Differentiated Video Guides and Quizzes with and without Word Banks.This package includes eleven pages: 1- An Answer Key 2- A "Word Bank" Video Guide 3- A "Word Bank" Reusable Quiz 4- A "Word Bank” Individual Quiz 5- A Fill-In-The-Blank Video Guide 6- A Fill-In-The-Blank Reusable Quiz 7- A Fill-In-The-Blank Individual Quiz 8- How to
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2nd - 6th
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Ancient Mesopotamia Life in Sumer FREE Cuneiform Writing - Ancient Civilizations
This fun Ancient Mesopotamia digital and printable activity can be used to review cuneiform! Use this activity after teaching through the Google Slides™ and guided notes that has everything you need to teach about the rise of city-states and the many problems and solutions city-states had to endure in order to become a civilization.Check out the completed BUNDLES here:Mesopotamia BundleEgypt BundleIndia BundleGreece Bundle**************************************************************************
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: Ancient Mesopotamia World History Unit Bundle - Ancient Civilizations
Road to the American Revolution Timeline
Timeline of events leading up to the American Revolutionary War. This includes a "road" timeline as well as a second page for students to write notes/definitions of each event on the timeline. This is a great graphic organizer and anchor for a unit on the events that caused the American Revolution. There is also a paid version of this timeline that includes two more sheets! Check it out on my page! Road to Revolution Timeline and QuestionsIf you like this product please check out my Road to the
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7th - 10th
European Explorers Age of Exploration Review Task Cards - Set of 28
These European Explorer task cards are the perfect way to review your explorer unit! These task cards can be used as a SCOOT game, a game of memory, or even Jeopardy! Task cards cover the obstacles, accomplishments, and important facts for the following explorers: Christopher Columbus, Vasco Nunez de Balboa, Juan Ponce de Leon, Jacques Cartier, John Cabot, Hernando de Soto, and Henry Hudson. Includes:- 28 task cards- recording sheet- answer keyThese task cards cover Georgia Standards of Excellen
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3rd - 6th
Also included in: European Explorers - Age of Exploration Unit Bundle
ESL Beginners Activities Ancient Egypt Vocabulary in Pictures Great for SPED
These differentiated vocabulary anchor flow charts and activities will allow all students, including English Language Learners and Special Education Students, gain access to the concepts and content of Ancient Egypt. Puzzles are a great way to practice new vocabulary. The differentiated activities will engage all levels. Use the vocabulary anchor charts and vocabulary retention activities for lessons, homework, fast finishers, or bell ringers. Note: This is a sampling of my Ancient Egypt Pic
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4th - 12th
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Georgia 4th Grade Social Studies: American Revolution Key Figures FREEBIE
Thank you so much for purchasing this labor of love and for putting your faith (and money) in me to provide you with a quality resource to use as needed for your student(s). This resource includes interactive study guides in a book format that can be used as a resource to teach the FOURTH GRADE SOCIAL STUDIES GEORGIA STANDARDS OF EXCELLENCE.Materials Needed:a copy of each book for each studentscissors (students can cut out pages or you can put them together ahead of time)stapler (to put books t
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3rd - 5th
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The Constitution and Bill of Rights Picture Dictionary
Want an easy way to help your students remember what The Constitution is and what The Bill of Rights includes? With all of the content upper elementary teachers have to cover, wouldn't you like to be able to "kill two birds with one stone?" This Picture Dictionary is a great way to build academic vocabulary while integrating social studies content and grammar! Have students glue this in an Interactive Notebook as notes or turn in for a grade! Goes well with Georgia's 5th Grade Social Studies cur
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4th - 8th
Maps: Political and Physical of North, South, Central America
I feel that it is important my students know about geography before they can understand the places I am going to be talking about. This resource has two formats: 1 - PowerPoint - Editable (You might want to cut down how many countries they label)2 - PDF - Ready to PrintThe map packet includes: 1 - North America Political Map2 - North America Physical Map3 - South America Political Map4 - South America Physical Map5 - Central America & Caribbean Political Map6 - Central America & Caribbea
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: CCSD 7th Grade History Back to School Bundle
13 Colonies Map Worksheet
Blank map of the 13 colonies with directions for labeling and coloring. There is also a chart to list the colonies, the region they were in, and their current capitals.
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5th - 8th
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Maya, Aztec, Inca Notes
No Frills Here! This is a simple set of 3 column notes that addresses the Ancient Americans: Maya, Aztec, and Inca. I distribute and use these notes as a guide to "tell a story" to my students when teaching United States history. It also includes a map of North America labeled with 9 physical features. This is aligned with the Louisiana 5th grade Comprehensive Curriculum for social studies. Check my shop for the test that goes along with these notes.
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5th
Landforms & Bodies of Water Flashcards, Notes, & Assignment
Includes:*Landform & Bodies of Water notes (2 pages)*Landform & Bodies of Water notes with no pictures (2 pages)*20 Landform & Bodies of Water flashcards, pictures only (5 pages)*20 Landform & Bodies of Water flashcards, pictures & definitions (5 pages)*Landform Island instructions and checklist (1 page)The note sheet gives the name of each feature, a definition, and a picture. I give students this note sheet to use as a reference when completing the Landform Island assignmen
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2nd - 3rd
13 Colonies Map
Map of the 13 colonies; label by New England, Mid-Atlantic, and Southern.
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4th - 5th
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European Explorers of North America-Adapted
This study guide is an adapted resource based on the European Explorers of North America: Christopher Columbus, Hernando de Soto, Vasco Nunez de Balboa, John Cabot, Henry Hudson, and Jacques Cartier. This adapted book set is a condensed version of information about each explorer. This set is great to use for students with or without special needs when teaching about the European Explorers of North America on the elementary level. This adapted book set meets the Georgia's third grade Social Studi
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3rd - 5th
Virginia Studies SOL Review Packet for VS.2/VS.10
This Virginia Studies SOL Review packet was created with the most recent update of Virginia Studies Curriculum Framework 2008. This packet covers VS.2a-g and VS.10b-c (Virginia's Regions/Products and Industries and Virginia Indians). It is a great resource to use to help students prepare for the SOL's. Each packet has graphics to help students memorize concepts and questions/answer format with essential questions from the framework. I have created short multiple choice quizzes (Available on Tp
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4th - 5th
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Westward Expansion Visualizer GIF
GIF (moving animated picture) showcasing major topics during the Westward Expansion unit. Based on NYS Social Studies standards, topics in GIF include Gold Rush, Indian Removal Act, Trail of Tears, Transcontinental Railroad, Louisiana Purchase, Erie Canal, and Manifest Destiny.Totally FREE for YOU!
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5th - 12th
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The Five Regions of The United States
This page includes a map of the U.S. in which students color-code the different regions of the U.S. There is also a chart in which students can take notes about the landforms/ characteristics of each region as well as other important information.
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Not Grade Specific
FREE States and Capitals Southwest Region Flashcards and Match Game - Test Prep
Help your students learn the 50 states and capitals with these printable flashcards for the Northeast region. One side shows the state within the United States to help with location, and the other side names the capital. Fold down the middle line for flashcards or cut them in half for a matching activity. Label on the back for quiz-quiz-trade!States include Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Arizona. Other States and Capitals Products✎ 50 States and Capitals Game and Printables - PowerPoint and Go
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3rd - 5th
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The Roaring Twenties and Great Depression Study Guide & Test
This study guide and test is a great way to assess your Roaring Twenties and Great Depression/New Deal Unit! The test is matching, fill in the blank, multiple choice, and short answer with 33 questions. The study guide is interactive and covers everything your students will need for the test! Includes: - 5 page study guide- study guide answer key - 5 page test - test answer keyThis study guide and test bundle covers Georgia Standards of Excellence: SS5H2 Describe U.S. involvement in World War
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: The Roaring Twenties and Great Depression New Deal Unit Bundle
Revolutionary War Guidebook
Revolutionary War guidebook designed to be used for note-taking while reading American Revolution Magic Tree House by Mary Osborne. Aligned to GA state standards for 4th grade. Created by Maggie Stephens
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4th - 5th
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Ancient Greece Government Activity - FREE Crossword Puzzle
This Ancient Greece digital and printable activity is a perfect review for after teaching about the Greece government, specifically about the monarchy, oligarchy, tyranny, and democracy. Teach with the Google Slides™ and notes that students can follow along with. Your students will learn about it in a fun, engaging, and interactive way!Check out the completed BUNDLES here:Mesopotamia BundleEgypt BundleIndia BundleGreece Bundle**********************************************************************
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Ancient Greece Unit Bundle
Civil War Review Task Cards - Set of 28
This set of 28 review task cards is a great way to review your Civil War unit! These task cards review causes of the Civil War, important people, battles, important events, key terms, and Reconstruction!Includes:- 28 task cards- recording sheet- answer keyThese review task cards cover Georgia Performance Standards:SS5H1 The student will explain the causes, major events, and consequences of the Civil War.a. Identify Uncle Tom’s Cabin and John Brown’s raid on Harper’s Ferry, and explain how each
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3rd - 6th
Also included in: Civil War Unit Bundle
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