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Social studies workbooks for Easel Activities
Early Societies to 1500 CE Workbook (Grade 4 Ontario Social Studies)
This workbook covers the Grade 4 Early Societies to 1500 CE unit in the Ontario Social Studies 2018 curriculum (Heritage and Identity). In this workbook, students will learn about various topics related to early societies and their cultures. Students will delve into the fascinating world of ancient civilizations such as Ancient Egypt, the Indus Valley, Ancient China, Ancient Rome, Medieval England, Six Nations, Inuit, and the Inca Empire. They will explore aspects of these societies, including t
Grades:
4th
Also included in: Grade 4 Ontario Social Studies Workbook Bundle
Political and Physical Regions of Canada Workbook (Grade 4 Social Studies)
This workbook covers the Grade 4 Political and Physical Regions of Canada unit in the current 2018 Ontario Social Studies curriculum (People and Environments).In this workbook, students will learn about various aspects of Canada's political and physical regions. They will explore political regions through maps, cardinal directions, and individual provinces and territories, including their flags and key facts. The workbook also covers physical regions, such as the Canadian Shield, Great Lakes-St.
Grades:
4th
Also included in: Grade 4 Ontario Social Studies Workbook Bundle
Living and Working in Ontario Regions Workbook (Grade 3 Social Studies)
This workbook covers the Grade 3 Living and Working in Ontario unit in the NEW 2023 Ontario Social Studies curriculum (People and Environments).In this workbook, students will learn many interesting things about Ontario. They will explore the provinces and territories of Canada through maps and descriptions. The workbook will teach them about land use in Ontario, including its purpose and how it is compared to other areas. They will learn about municipal governments and Indigenous reserves, incl
Grades:
3rd
Also included in: Grade 3 Ontario Social Studies Workbook Bundle
Global Communities Workbook (Grade 2 Social Studies)
This workbook covers the Grade 2 Global Communities unit in the NEW 2023 Ontario Social Studies curriculum (People and Environments).It covers various topics such as map skills, continents, oceans, and the equator. It further explores Canada, comparing climate, wildlife, natural features, homes, and recreation. It includes information on specific Canadian communities in Ontario, Yukon, Nova Scotia, and British Columbia, including a contemporary FNMI community (Saugeen First Nation). The workbook
Grades:
2nd
Also included in: Grade 2 Ontario Social Studies Workbook Bundle
Changing Family and Community Traditions Workbook (Grade 2 Social Studies)
This workbook covers the Grade 2 Changing Family and Community Traditions unit in the NEW 2023 Ontario Social Studies curriculum (Heritage and Identity).In this engaging workbook, students will discover the world's diverse cultures and traditions. They will explore their own ancestors/heritage, learn about family structures, and compare different families. They will learn about different traditions and celebrations in Canada, including learning about the impact that colonization, including the r
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2nd
Also included in: Grade 2 Ontario Social Studies Workbook Bundle
The Local Community Workbook (Grade 1 Social Studies)
This workbook covers the Grade 1 The Local Community unit in the NEW 2023 Ontario Social Studies curriculum (People and Environments).The workbook covers various topics related to the local community, including traditional territory, natural and built features, community history, community services, emergency services, waste management, green spaces, natural resources, shopping, cultural centres, Indigenous Friendship Centres, libraries, postal service, recreation, and more.There is a variety of
Grades:
1st
Also included in: Grade 1 Ontario Social Studies Workbook Bundle
Communities in Canada, 1780-1850 Workbook (Grade 3 Social Studies)
This workbook covers the Grade 3 Communities in Canada, 1780-1850 unit in the NEW 2023 Ontario Social Studies curriculum (Heritage and Identity).In this workbook, students will explore life in Canada from 1780 to 1850, focusing on Indigenous communities and early settlers. It covers six Indigenous groups (Anishinaabe, Inuit, Mi'kmaq, Métis, Cree, Haudenosaunee), including their cultures, homes, and daily life. The workbook also delves into the experiences of early settlers (Early French Canadia
Grades:
3rd
Also included in: Grade 3 Ontario Social Studies Workbook Bundle
Interactions of Indigenous Peoples and Europeans (Grade 5 Social Studies)
This workbook covers the Grade 5 Interactions of Indigenous Peoples and Europeans prior to 1713, in What Would Eventually Become Canada unit in the current 2018 Ontario Social Studies curriculum (Heritage and Identity).In this workbook, students will learn about various topics related to Canada's history before 1713 and the early interactions between Indigenous communities and European explorers. They will explore the different Indigenous communities such as the Anishinaabe, Cree, Haudenosaunee,
Grades:
5th
Also included in: Grade 5 Ontario Social Studies Workbook Bundle
Role of Government and Responsible Citizenship Workbook (Grade 5 Social Studies)
This workbook covers the Grade 5 The Role of Government and Responsible Citizenship unit in the Ontario Social Studies 2018 curriculum (People and Environments).In this workbook, students will learn about various aspects of government and responsible citizenship. They will explore topics such as the role of government, different levels of government, municipal and provincial governments, the federal government, elections, taxes, Canadian citizenship, rights and responsibilities, the Charter of R
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Grades:
5th
Also included in: Grade 5 Ontario Social Studies Workbook Bundle
Canada's Interactions with the Global Community Workbook(Grade 6 Social Studies)
This workbook covers the Grade 6 Canada's Interactions with the Global Community unit in the NEW Ontario Social Studies 2023 curriculum (People and Environments).In this workbook, students will learn about the global community, human rights, the United Nations, NGOs, the global economy, CUSMA (formerly NAFTA), fair trade, world health concerns, environmental issues, international aid, and taking action in the global community. They will learn about the importance of responsible citizenship, feat
Grades:
6th
Also included in: Grade 6 Ontario Social Studies Workbook Bundle
Communities in Canada, Past and Present Workbook (Grade 6 Social Studies)
This workbook covers the Grade 6 Communities in Canada, Past and Present unit in the NEW Ontario Social Studies 2023 curriculum (Heritage and Identity).In this workbook, students will learn about various aspects of Canada's history and its diverse communities. The content starts with an exploration of Indigenous communities and their traditional territories, followed by an in-depth look at the interactions between early European settlers and Indigenous peoples. The workbook delves into the signi
Grades:
6th
Also included in: Grade 6 Ontario Social Studies Workbook Bundle
Creating Canada 1850-1890 Workbook (Grade 8 Ontario History)
This workbook covers the Grade 8 Creating Canada, 1850-1890 unit in the Ontario History curriculum. In this workbook, students will explore a comprehensive overview of Canada's history prior to 1850, delving into the geographical landscape, early populations, political developments, and the formation of the nation. The workbook covers topics such as political deadlock, representation, the road to Confederation, the evolution of Canada's government structure, and significant events in Canadian hi
Grades:
8th
Also included in: MEGA BUNDLE: Grade 8 Ontario History and Geography Full Units
Les communautés du Canada cahier (Grade 3 FRENCH Social Studies)
This FRENCH workbook covers the Grade 3 Communities in Canada, 1780-1850 unit in the NEW 2023 Ontario Social Studies curriculum (Heritage and Identity).Ce cahier d'exercices couvre l'unité Les communautés du Canada au début des années 1800 de la 3e année du programme d'études sociales de l'Ontario 2023 (Patrimoine et identité).In this workbook, students will explore life in Canada from 1780 to 1850, focusing on Indigenous communities and early settlers. It covers six Indigenous groups (Anishinaa
Grades:
3rd
Also included in: MEGA BUNDLE: Grade 3 Ontario FRENCH Social Studies Full Units
Vivre et travailler en Ontario cahier (Grade 3 FRENCH Social Studies)
This FRENCH workbook covers the Grade 3 Living and Working in Ontario unit in the NEW 2023 Ontario Social Studies curriculum (People and Environments).Ce cahier d'exercices couvre l'unité Vivre et travailler en Ontario de la 3e année du programme d'études sociales de l'Ontario 2023 (Communauté et environnement).In this workbook, students will learn many interesting things about Ontario. They will explore the provinces and territories of Canada through maps and descriptions. The workbook will tea
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Grades:
3rd
Also included in: MEGA BUNDLE: Grade 3 Ontario FRENCH Social Studies Full Units
Physical Patterns in a Changing World Workbook (Grade 7 Ontario Geography)
This workbook covers the Grade 7 Physical Patterns in a Changing World, unit in the Ontario Geography curriculum.In this workbook, students will explore a diverse array of geography topics, encompassing geography's definition and significance, mapping terminology, landform types and classification, and topographic map reading. They will learn about physical patterns related to water sources with case studies, climate regions and graph analysis, and climate change and its causes (including greenh
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Grades:
7th
Also included in: MEGA BUNDLE: Grade 7 Ontario History and Geography Full Units
Our Changing Roles and Responsibilities Workbook (Grade 1 Social Studies)
This workbook covers the Grade 1 Our Changing Roles and Responsibilities unit in the NEW 2023 Ontario Social Studies curriculum (Heritage and Identity).It covers various topics such as understanding roles, exploring personal roles, the concept of changing roles, important relationships, places, and events. It also includes worksheets on timelines, community roles, different jobs, responsibilities, rules, respect, accidents, apologies, Every Child Matters, and vocabulary related to roles and resp
Grades:
1st
Also included in: Grade 1 Ontario Social Studies Workbook Bundle
Les sociétés anciennes cahier (Grade 4 Ontario FRENCH Social Studies)
This FRENCH workbook covers the Grade 4 Les sociétés anciennes (Early Societies) unit in the Ontario Études sociales (Social Studies) 2018 curriculum (Patrimoine et identité).In this workbook, students will learn about various topics related to early societies and their cultures. Students will delve into the fascinating world of ancient civilizations such as Ancient Egypt, the Indus Valley, Ancient China, Ancient Rome, Medieval England, Six Nations, Inuit, and the Inca Empire.They will explore a
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Grades:
4th
Also included in: MEGA BUNDLE: Grade 4 Ontario FRENCH Social Studies Full Units
La communauté cahier (Grade 1 FRENCH Social Studies)
This FRENCH workbook covers the Grade 1 The Local Community unit in the NEW 2023 Ontario Social Studies curriculum (People and Environments).Ce cahier d'exercices couvre l'unité La communauté de la 1re année du programme d'études sociales de l'Ontario 2023 (Communauté et environnement).The workbook covers various topics related to the local community, including traditional territory, natural and built features, community history, community services, emergency services, waste management, green sp
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Grades:
1st
Also included in: MEGA BUNDLE: Grade 1 Ontario FRENCH Social Studies Full Units
Natural Resources Around the World Workbook (Grade 7 Ontario Geography)
This workbook covers the Grade 7 Natural Resources Around the World: Use and Sustainability, unit in the Ontario Geography curriculum.In this workbook, students will learn about a wide range of topics related to natural resources and environmental sustainability. They'll start by understanding what resources are and then explore the classification of natural resources, including renewables like water and forests, as well as different logging methods. The workbook covers flow resources and examin
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Grades:
7th
Also included in: MEGA BUNDLE: Grade 7 Ontario History and Geography Full Units
New France and British North America, 1713-1800 Workbook (Grade 7 History)
This workbook covers the Grade 7 New France and British North America, 1713-1800 (New France & BNA) unit in the Ontario History curriculum. In this workbook, students will explore the history of Canada, focusing on the period before 1713 and the development of New France and British North America. They will learn about the traditional territories of Indigenous peoples, including the Mi’kmaq, Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee, Métis, and Inuit, and delve into early interactions between Indigenous pe
Grades:
7th
Also included in: MEGA BUNDLE: Grade 7 Ontario History and Geography Full Units
Les communautés du monde (Grade 2 Ontario FRENCH Social Studies)
This FRENCH workbook covers the Grade 2 Global Communities unit in the NEW 2023 Ontario Social Studies curriculum (People and Environments).Ce cahier d'exercices couvre l'unité Les communautés du monde de la 2e année du programme d'études sociales de l'Ontario 2023 (Communauté et environnement).It covers various topics such as map skills, continents, oceans, and the equator. It further explores Canada, comparing climate, wildlife, natural features, homes, and recreation. It includes information
Grades:
2nd
Also included in: MEGA BUNDLE: Grade 2 Ontario FRENCH Social Studies Full Units
Global Settlement Patterns and Sustainability Workbook (Grade 8 Geography)
This workbook covers the Grade 8 Global Settlement: Patterns and Sustainability unit in the Ontario Geography curriculum.In this workbook, students will learn about the fundamental concepts of geography, including "What is Geography?" and "Why Study Geography?" These foundational questions lead to an exploration of different types of settlements, such as urban, rural, and suburban areas, and the factors influencing their location. The workbook delves into land use, examining various types and is
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Grades:
8th
Also included in: MEGA BUNDLE: Grade 8 Ontario History and Geography Full Units
Global Inequalities: Economic & Quality of Life Workbook (Grade 8 Geography)
This workbook covers the Grade 8 Global Inequalities: Economic Development and Quality of Life unit in the Ontario Geography curriculum.In this workbook, students will learn about various aspects of economics and global development. It covers topics such as understanding resources, economic systems (traditional, market, command, mixed), industries, Canada's trading partners, the impact of CUSMA, factors contributing to economic development, quality of life, distribution of wealth, global develop
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Grades:
8th
Also included in: MEGA BUNDLE: Grade 8 Ontario History and Geography Full Units
Les régions politiques et physiques du Canada (Grade 4 FRENCH Social Studies)
This FRENCH workbook covers the Grade 4 - Les régions politiques et physiques du Canada (Political and Physical Regions of Canada) unit in the Ontario Études sociales (Social Studies) curriculum (People and Environments). In this workbook, students will learn about various aspects of Canada's political and physical regions. They will explore political regions through maps, cardinal directions, and individual provinces and territories, including their flags and key facts.The workbook also covers
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Grades:
4th
Also included in: MEGA BUNDLE: Grade 4 Ontario FRENCH Social Studies Full Units
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