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Free 6th grade social studies resources
This Day in History Daily Writing Prompts - May Quick Writes Daily Warm Ups
Engage students with daily quick write prompts that are related to each day in history! Get students writing and thinking with these high interest historical facts and prompts. These prompts are perfect for morning work for upper elementary students. Students engage in a variety of writing types: persuasive, expository, cause and effect, summary, narrative, and descriptive writing.This resource is a projectable Google Slides presentation. Also includes printable and digital student response jour
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3rd - 6th
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FREE Seven Continents & Oceans Word Search Puzzle Worksheet Activity
Help your kiddos learn the names of the continents and oceans with this fun (and FREE) puzzle worksheet. Puzzlers must find the twelve words in the word search grid and then place them correctly on the world map. Puzzles make fun no prep activities for early finishers, bell ringers, morning work, handouts, homework, unit or lesson plan supplements, sponge activities, introductions to new topics, classroom themes, and sub files.The 12 hidden vocabulary words are: Africa, Antarctica, Arctic, As
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3rd - 6th
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Plymouth ( Plimoth ) Colony Reading Comprehension Worksheet Thanksgiving
This passage describes the Plymouth Colony. 14 questions (identify and multiple choice) assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key.INCLUDES:Article (1000-1100 Lexile) 14 questions- identify and multiple choiceColor and BW VersionsKey IncludedThe ZIP file has 3 versions of PDF files:1) Article and Questions in Color and Black and white and Key2) Color Student Version3) BW Student Version.These are NOT editable files.Part of my Thanksgiving
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4th - 7th
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Jeopardy Template - Review Game (PowerPoint)
UPDATE: JULY 202045,000+ downloads! Thank you so much everyone, I'm incredibly flattered. I hope you are able to keep enjoying this template! A few quick updates1. Updated Scoresheet - I added an individualized scoresheet which I (and my students) have found to work much better!2. New Instructional Video - I recorded this one here in July 2020 and it should match with updates to gameplay. Please ask if I missed anything, but anything I missed in the video should be in the instructions! Click her
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K - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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World Map Activity and Assessment | Free | Printable & Digital
World Map Lesson and Assessment! This printable and digital World Map Lesson and Assessment focuses on continents, oceans, and the Equator. A color reference map and assessment answer key are also included! **This resource is part of the World History Map Activities Bundle. TEN map lessons and assessments are included at a 20% discount price! Click here to see all the resources in the bundle and take advantage of the HUGE savings.WHAT TEACHERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THIS PRODUCT:♥ This is EXACTLY wh
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4th - 7th
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FREE American Flag Classroom Collaboration Poster | Fun Project for Memorial Day
American Flag Collaboration Poster: This American Flag collaboration poster is a great group activity. Together students will color the poster, assemble it and display it in their classroom to let visitors know their classroom is a creative, collaborative, and patriotic place! This is a great activity for American patriotic holidays! Ideal for Flag Day, 4th of July, Veteran's Day, Memorial Day, and other American Patriotic events. You may also like my:Flag AgamographPatriotic Coloring Pages3D So
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PreK - 9th
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World Map Activity- Label & Color the Continents and Oceans! (Google Compatible)
Use this Continents & Oceans Map Coloring activity to jump-start your lesson! Each student will make their own, personalized world map that focuses on labeling and coloring the continents and oceans, all while enhancing their knowledge of the earth. After the map activity, your students can test their skills with a blank map assessment! A completed, colored map is included to use as reference. This resource is Google compatible, but the blank map is intended to be printed for coloring and
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Ancient Civilizations / World Maps BUNDLE- Color & Label Activities!
Math: Dream Vacation Project
Every student has a dream of the perfect vacation. Now, you can let them dream and plan away with a budget and a mix of geography, math, and even language arts! This project has students plan their dream vacation, research into the geography and climate of their dream location, "buy" plane tickets, plan excursions, figure out currency conversions, figure out transportation while on vacation, etc. The end result is a presentation complete with visuals and journaling. This is a great portfolio
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4th - 9th
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1950s Popular Toys Reading Comprehension Worksheet Fifties Informational Text
This passage describes popular toys in the 1950s. 13 questions (true/false and multiple choice) assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key.INCLUDES:Article13 total questionstrue/false, multiple choiceColor and BW Verionskey includedPart of my 1950s Bundle*If you don't already, Follow Me!
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: 1950s Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Fifties
FREE Titanic Math Activity
Your students will love this set of four worksheets that explore the Titanic by the numbers! This resource is an engaging way for your students to work on math skills and learn about the Titanic at the same time!Best for grades 4 and up or advanced 3rd graders.What's included in this Titanic Math Activity?4 Printable PagesAnswer KeyDigital version in Google SlidesAnswer Key and DIGITAL ACCESS included.***Looking for even MORE Titanic Resources?!***HUGE Titanic Literacy & Activity Resource B
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4th - 7th
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Newspaper Article Template | Writing a News Article | Printable & Digital
Add creativity and writing practice to any unit of study with this printable and digital newspaper article template. Your students will perfect the art of writing a newspaper article using this blank nonfiction template.Want more summary writing templates? Click here to view 10 editable, printable, and digital graphic organizers for summary writing! This resource can be completed on paper or online with laptops, Chromebooks, tablets, or any device that supports Google Slides. The included Teach
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4th - 7th
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Checks and Balances Reading Comprehension Worksheet Branches of Government
This article briefly describes the system of checks and balances in the U.S. government. 14 questions (matching and multiple choice) assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. INCLUDES:Article on Checks and Balances (1000-1100 Lexile Level)14 questions- matching, multiple choice Color and BW Versions Key IncludedPart of my Branches of Government BundleYou may also be interested in: U.S. Political Parties Government Types The President of
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: United States Government Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle
Ancient Egypt Hieroglyphics Decoding Worksheet Activity
My students always love learning about Hieroglyphics! This product contains a chart with hieroglyphics and small explanation of hieroglyphics. There are 3 messages for students to decode and one page for students to create their own message. INCLUDES:Chart with hieroglyphics and small explanation of what hieroglyphics are3 messages to decode1 page for students to create their own messageColor and BW VersionsKey IncludedYou may also like: Hieroglyphics Informational TextBUNDLES:Mesopotamia(15 ar
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: Ancient Egypt Reading Comprehension Worksheet Informational Text Bundle
Patriot Day Craft for September 11th
September 11, 2001, will be a day that Americans will never forget. This memorial ribbon is a great way for children to observe Patriot Day on September 11th.
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PreK - 6th
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13 Colonies Map & Map Quiz Two Versions FREE Colonial America
I have always found my students are "geographically challenged"! Before studying the American Revolution, I use this quick map review for them to at least have a basic understanding of where the colonies were located. The ZIP file has a PDF student version for posting on personal sites, such as Google classroom or Canvas, or sending to students through email for distance learning. Please do not post of public sites. (These are NOT editable files.)Tutorial How to Make PDFs Editable for Google C
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4th - 8th
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH FREEBIE: Famous African Americans Word Search
Introduce your students to 25 famous African Americans with this engaging word search puzzle worksheet. Puzzles make great no prep activities for early finishers, bell ringers, morning work, handouts, homework, lesson plan supplements, sponge activities, introductions to new topics, and sub files.The 25 hidden names are: Muhammad Ali, Maya Angelou, Louis Armstrong, Benjamin Banneker, Ruby Bridges, George Washington Carver, Angela Davis, Frederick Douglass, Ella Fitzgerald, Langston Hughes, Micha
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3rd - 6th
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Black History Month Science Celebration | Famous Black American Scientists
About this ProductThis resource includes enrichments activities that highlight scientific, medical and engineering achievements by Black American men and women. It can be used in science classrooms to make meaningful connections during Black History month or anytime of year to discuss diversity in the scientific community. The resources includes:• Ten passages that focus on the scientific and engineering accomplishments of Black Americans• Reflection questions for each passage that prompt discus
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4th - 10th
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Causes of the American Civil War (Overview) Reading Comprehension Worksheet
This passage gives a brief overview of the causes of the Civil War. 14 questions (identify and multiple choice) assess students' understanding. I've provided a color and black and white version, as well as the key. INCLUDES:Article Chart14 questions- identify, multiple choiceKey includedColor and BW VersionsPart of my Civil War BundleI do my best to make sure I do not have typos, but occasionally they slip through. PLEASE message me and I will correct it quickly to ensure my product meets you
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: American Civil War Reading Comprehension Informational Worksheet Bundle
WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH Activity | Coloring Pages and Research Projects FREE
This FREE set of Marie Curie, Sojourner Truth, Malala Yousafzai, and Louisa May Alcott coloring pages, posters, and research brochure projects is part of the larger FAMOUS WOMEN IN HISTORY SET that makes a great introduction for elementary and middle school students. These are great all year long, but especially powerful during Women's History Month!Copyright © Project Based Learning with Elle Madisontags: Amelia Earhart, Anne Frank, Beatrix Potter, Benazir Bhutto, Bessie Coleman, Betsy Ross, Be
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PreK - 12th
Fakebook - Create Your Own Facebook Profile
Facebook: Print off this FREE "Facebook" profile and have your students fill it in with information about book characters, famous authors, historical figures, scientists, artists and more! Best for individual work.
This blank profile is modeled after the new "Facebook" timeline that your students are using right now.
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4th - 12th
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FREE Social Studies Activity | Differentiated Passage and Coloring for Review
Students love a chance to color, and this activity is an engaging way to cover many facts about some of the people who played key roles in the founding of the United States! This differentiated resource is perfect to have on hand for your Social Studies classroom.Get this resource and more in my always-discounted Social Studies Activities BundleTwo versions are included to differentiate for your students.Version 1: The passage is written on an 7th grade level. Most of the coloring page includes
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4th - 7th
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Free - Blank US Map
FREE - Blank US Map. A free, blank US map outline and a northeast-southeast region map. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------And for one-stop shopping...SOCIAL STUDIESBundle - US History & US GeographyCalifornia & USA BundleFlorida & USA BundleNew York & USA BundleUS Presidents w/ 12 Graphic OrganizersState Report with Project and Speech - assignment sheetTexas & USA BundleUS States (50 internet
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PreK - 12th
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FREE "Less Mess" Explore the World: Research a Country or City
These pages can be used as interactive notebook pages or simply as stand-alone, ready to use student activity pages to make research of a country or city a bit more fun!
My “Less Mess” Interactive Notebook Activities allow for two simple steps: cut around the border and glue it in. That’s it! They are perfect for teachers who may have their students for just one short period per day. However, if you are a big fan of the “folds and flaps” that usually come with interactive notebooks, this resour
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4th - 7th
FREE Romero Britto - Art Lesson - Great Art Sub plan or lesson plan
Romero Britto. This lesson was published in Arts and Activities Magazine in January 2012.This lesson is ideal for grades 5 and above. Ever wonder why art teachers only teach about dead artists when there are so many great, living artists to teach about? Well, I wondered that when I saw the work of Romero Britto during the pre-game super bowl show several years ago.I designed this lesson with this artist as the inspiration. Here, you will get all the steps for this lesson and the resources I used
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5th - 12th
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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.
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.
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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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