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Preview of Depth and Complexity  Critical Thinking Task Cards Bundle

Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Task Cards Bundle

Created by
Teacher Thrive
Add depth and complexity to your instruction with this Critical Thinking Task Cards Bundle! You are getting all 3 (Science, History and/or Social Studies, and Literature) of my Critical Thinking Task Cards. That's 264 unique task cards! These sets are $21.00 if purchased separately; Save $4!These tasks cards allow students to deeply analyze any fiction and nonfiction reading material through 11 topics of critical thinking: Big Ideas, Rules, Trends, Patterns, Language of the Discipline, Ethics,
Preview of Easy Graphic Design Digital Thanksgiving Turkey - Google Drawing or Slides

Easy Graphic Design Digital Thanksgiving Turkey - Google Drawing or Slides

This "how to" will take you and/or your students step by step through the Graphic Design process of creating a Thanksgiving Turkey in Google Drawing or in Google Slides. During this how to tutorial, you will create the Thanksgiving Turkey you see in the attached images. This is a great way to teach yourself or students how you can use Google Drawing to make Vector files! Great for distance learning!You will receive a PDF file that also gives you access to the Google Slide version you can copy
Preview of Real-World Grammar Fails, Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year Task Cards

Real-World Grammar Fails, Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year Task Cards

Created by
Julie Faulkner
This set of real-world grammar mistakes is an excellent engaging activity for middle or high school English students as for bell ringers, grammar practice, review, or just for fun during Thanksgiving, the Christmas holidays, and the New Year! I've collected mistaken-ridden posters, tweets, signs, etc. to keep things interesting - and to provide plenty of examples!Allow students to take ownership of their learning and make connections to the world around them. Students love to spot errors in th
Preview of Immigration Story Cards: Push and Pull Factors

Immigration Story Cards: Push and Pull Factors

Created by
Mx Bressack
This resource contains 24 cards which each tell an immigrant’s story. Most of the people on the cards are fictional. However, the push and pull factors given are based on historical events that caused waves of immigration. Students will read the stories and decide whether they are an example of a push factor or a pull factor. These cards can be used in several ways: Class discussionWorkstationScavenger HuntScootHuman TimelineStudents should already have been introduced to push and pull factors b
Preview of Community Helpers with REAL PHOTOS Life Skills File Folders - Special Education

Community Helpers with REAL PHOTOS Life Skills File Folders - Special Education

Includes real life pictures of Community Helpers in action in the community! Featuring the following community helpers, (chef, garbage man, postal worker, librarian, police officer, veterinarian, teacher, paramedic, doctor, pharmacist, firefighter, nurse). This is fantastic for a life skills, self-contained, PPCD, etc. classroom! These activities easily be made into work pages, file folders, or small group activities. The activities include the following:Word/Picture PageWord Only PagePicture
Preview of Community Places Task Cards & File Folders for Special Education

Community Places Task Cards & File Folders for Special Education

This product includes materials to teach & reinforce important concepts to your students to increase their community knowledge! Print, laminate, cut & velcro (as needed) for long term use to create Task Cards or File Folders OR give students paper copies for a hands on cut and glue activity! These activities can be used for individual, small group instruction or independent work task bins.Activities Include:***Note - as additional sets are created, they will be added to this file.1. Sort
Preview of Mardi Gras in New Orleans Social Studies Unit

Mardi Gras in New Orleans Social Studies Unit

Mardi Gras in New Orleans Social Studies Unit Price: 77 pages X .10 = $7.70 This social studies unit delves into the unique holiday of Mardi Gras as experienced by a New Orleans native. It is a largely secular celebration with a religious history, in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. The unit contains a plethora of activities, so you can decide how much time you would like to spend on it or tailor it to the time you have available. Below is the Table of Contents for the unit: Special Teacher Dire
Preview of Graphic Design Digital Thanksgiving Turkey in Google Drawing or Slides

Graphic Design Digital Thanksgiving Turkey in Google Drawing or Slides

This "how to" will take you and/or your students step by step through the Graphic Design process of creating a Thanksgiving Turkey in Google Drawing or in Google Slides. During this how to tutorial, you will create the Thanksgiving Turkey you see in the attached images. This is a great way to teach yourself or students how you can use Google Drawing to make Vector files! This tutorial is slightly more complicated than the tutorials I have marked "easy."Great for distance learning!You will rec
Preview of ABA Vocabulary Flash Cards Bundle with Applied Behavior Analysis Terminology

ABA Vocabulary Flash Cards Bundle with Applied Behavior Analysis Terminology

Created by
AllDayABA
ABA Vocabulary Flash Cards Bundle with Applied Behavior Analysis Terminology: If you are studying for the RBT exam, BCBA exam, are new to the field of ABA therapy, or want to learn more about behavioral analysis, then this product is for you! It includes both colored and black and white versions of my flash cards based on the "Quick Glossary of ABA Terms" and "A to Z Applied Behavior Analysis Terms" Pinterest series.Your digital download will include:6 printable PDFs3 colored versions of the fla
Preview of Entire World Geography Flashcards + Printable & Digital Maps ~ MEGA BUNDLE!

Entire World Geography Flashcards + Printable & Digital Maps ~ MEGA BUNDLE!

Created by
Giraffe Logo
ENTIRE WORLD Map Flashcard Set Includes x900 Flashcards of ALL 270 Total Countries + Locations in both Printable & Digital formats. Flashcards are easy to use & perfect for a quick print & go or for creating fun interactive resources like geography games, activities, quizzes, presentations, worksheets, & more!✅ What Is Included?1) Zip File = Packed full of 900 Flashcards for x270 Countries + Locations in The World.—> Simple to Use, Easy to Download, Engagingly Themed, 3-Part F
Preview of Consumer Behavior 8th Edition by Wayne, Deborah MacInnis  INSTRUCTORS' MANUAL

Consumer Behavior 8th Edition by Wayne, Deborah MacInnis INSTRUCTORS' MANUAL

Created by
Scholar Friends
INSTRUCTOR MANUAL for Consumer Behavior 8th Edition by Wayne D. Hoyer, Deborah J. MacInnis and Rik PietersTABLE OF CONTENTSChapter 01— Understanding Consumer Behavior Chapter 02— Motivation, Ability, and Opportunity Chapter 03— Exposure, Attention, Perception, and Comprehension Chapter 04— Memory and Knowledge Chapter 05— Attitudes Based on High Effort Chapter 06— Attitudes Based on Low Effort Chapter 07— Problem Recognition and Information Search Chapter 08— Judgment and Decision-Making Based o
Preview of Thanksgiving Social Skills

Thanksgiving Social Skills

Created by
Speechie Kate
This is a great packet to use with your students for pragmatic skills this Thanksgiving and holiday season! It can be used for a variety of skill levels, including traditional pull-out AND push-in lessons, including Expected and Unexpected Language, Conversation starters, Problem Solving Tasks, and Perspective Taking task cards!This Thanksgiving Social Skills packet includes the following holiday themed activities:* Expected versus Unexpected Behaviors:Use the following flashcards to identify "e
Preview of "Find the Communist!"  A McCarthy Era Red Scare Role-Playing Activity

"Find the Communist!" A McCarthy Era Red Scare Role-Playing Activity

Synopsis of activity:This role-playing activity is meant to simulate the uncertainty and fear that gripped America in the 1950s. The activity involves holding a “town meeting” for the purpose of finding any communists in the community. This activity is fun and brings high energy to the classroom.This is a great companion to a lesson about McCarthyism, the 1950s Red Scare, or with an ELA unit on Arthur Miller’s The Crucible.Role of the teacher:When the students walk in, explain to them that the
Preview of U.S. State Abbreviations and Capitals Bundle

U.S. State Abbreviations and Capitals Bundle

Your students will learn about or review information about the states, including capital city, abbreviation, or other facts with this set of fun activities. **9/5/20 Note: New resource added: State Bingo/Trivia GameThis bundle includes:1. State Capitals Boom CardsWith these state capitals Boom Cards, your students will get lots of practice with the states and their capital cities! This deck contains 50 multiple choice and fill in the blank tasks to give variety in the presentation of the questio
Preview of Talent Inventory - Link Learner Talents to Lesson Targets

Talent Inventory - Link Learner Talents to Lesson Targets

Survey Learners to Jumpstart Lessons that include their Unique Talents HIT HERE FOR VIDEO DESCRIPTION OF THIS PRODUCT Students love to hitch their wagon to follow a star they admire. With these materials they link their own talents to a lesson target designed to engage them. You’ll discover how to link learners to lessons so that both will improve. Rediscover how curiosity rises the human brain jumps in to ensure content becomes more relevant. Want your next lesson to relate to ever
Preview of Jellybean Feudalism Simulation / Role-play

Jellybean Feudalism Simulation / Role-play

BEST-SELLER! 45 copies sold as of February 23, 2024!Use this fun, hands-on, and engaging activity to introduce your students to the concept of feudalism!Includes:Comprehensive set of step-by-step instructions to guide you and your class through the simulation from start to finishRole-cardsPost-simulation quiz & discussion questions (with key)If you find / found this resource to be useful, a quick review / rating is always greatly appreciated! TPT also offers store credit to users who leave
Preview of United States History Cause and Effect Progressive Era Card Sort U.S. History

United States History Cause and Effect Progressive Era Card Sort U.S. History

Created by
Lawshe Education
Progressive Era Cause and Effect Card Sort. Are your students struggling with making connections between cause and effects? Use this Progressive Era Cause and Effects Card Sort Bundle to help students practice this important critical thinking skill. This bundle includes 26 different causes and their effects. You will receive a zip file with sets that include "cause and effect" written on the cards and another group without. You will receive one small and one large print version of each of these.
Preview of Community, Safety & Traffic Signs Identical Image to Image Matching Boom Cards 3

Community, Safety & Traffic Signs Identical Image to Image Matching Boom Cards 3

For this community instruction based lesson, students are presented with varying community, traffic, or safety signs visually/in image form. Students are asked to review the provided sign and match it to its identical sign, out of an array of three images. Students will work on identifying alike images, identifying safety signs, and more!Preview the deck of boom cards with the following link: Click hereRelated Products• Life Skills Community Helpers & Occupations Errorless Yes/No Questions
Preview of South America Geography, South America Task Cards

South America Geography, South America Task Cards

This lesson is easy enough for 5th graders to understand yet works well with students up to grade 12. Modifications can be made as needed. Need a great activity for your South America study? These 24 task cards are a great way to both introduce the unit study or evaluate what students gained during the unit in a fun and interactive way. Not only is it fun, but it will get students moving around the room in an organized and timely manner, which will make the learning process fun and engaging. Pla
Preview of Industrial and Gilded Ages Unit Bundle-PowerPoint, Task Cards, Games, Worksheets

Industrial and Gilded Ages Unit Bundle-PowerPoint, Task Cards, Games, Worksheets

Created by
Lawshe Education
The Industrial and Gilded Ages Unit Bundle. Everything you need to teach this era. PowerPoints, Picture Card Task Cards, Graphic Study Guide, and more! This is your one-stop resource for teaching the Industrial Age and the Gilded Age! Engaging and easy-to-understand lessons and materials.Free Products!As this bundle grows, you get the additional resources at no extra cost!Topics Included:The Industrial AgeThe Gilded AgeElectricityThomas EdisonAlexander Graham BellBessemer ProcessRailroadsLaissez
Preview of 13 Colonies Geography Flashcards with both Printable & Digital Maps

13 Colonies Geography Flashcards with both Printable & Digital Maps

Created by
Giraffe Logo
THIRTEEN COLONIES Map Flashcard Set Includes x45 Flashcards of ALL 13 Colonies plus in both Printable & Digital formats. Flashcards are easy to use & perfect for a quick print & go or for creating fun interactive resources like geography games, activities, quizzes, presentations, worksheets, & more!✅ What Is Included?1) Zip File = Packed full of 45 Flashcards for ALL 13 US Colonies.—> Simple to Use, Easy to Download, Engagingly Themed, 3-Part Flashcards.2) Printable Flashcards
Preview of United States Government - 3 Levels of Government Task Cards

United States Government - 3 Levels of Government Task Cards

Created by
Bruce Teacher
OUT with worksheets and IN with EngagementCan students answer all the 32 task cards? Task cards engage students in thinking, reinforcing or assessing knowledge. Questions require students to identifygovernment roles and responsibilitiesleadership titles and decision makersgovernment buildingsour nation's capital cityBuild confidence by using these multiple choice task cards in these suggested activities:Classroom Scavenger HuntEngage students in thinking and learning, while allowing them the opp
Preview of Thanksgiving ACTIVITIES BUNDLE Special Education Differentiated LIFE SKILLS Task

Thanksgiving ACTIVITIES BUNDLE Special Education Differentiated LIFE SKILLS Task

The Thanksgiving ACTIVITIES BUNDLE is a must for any Special Education classroom! This Mega Special Life Skills Unit is full of Thanksgiving and Turkey based activities for your classroom this season. These are great as holiday based Learning activities, Independent / Group Centre Work, Teacher Sub-Days or Pre-Holiday Fun! Please note this will be a growing bundle, and price may increase in the future. Super Easy No prep, great for the busy Special Education Teacher ❤️Thanksgiving based activit
Preview of Community, Safety & Traffic Signs Vocab Image to Name Matching Boom Cards 3

Community, Safety & Traffic Signs Vocab Image to Name Matching Boom Cards 3

For this community instruction based lesson, students are presented with varying community, traffic, or safety signs visually/in image form. Students will work on their functional vocabulary skills by identifying the sign's name. Students are asked to review the provided sign and match it to its name, out of an array of three . Students will work on identifying images, identifying safety signs, functional vocabulary and more!Related Products• Community, Safety & Traffic Signs Identical Imag
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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.

Teaching with social studies resources

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.

Discover printable and digital social studies resources

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.

Frequently asked questions about teaching social studies

What types of social studies lessons are available on TPT?

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.

How do I find social studies lessons on TPT?

Educators can save time preparing history lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply start a search for social studies resources on the TPT marketplace, and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find materials that've been proven to work in classrooms like yours. No matter what you’re teaching, there are plenty of social studies lessons and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.