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Social studies resources for GATE $10 and up
Solve a Mystery | Crime Scene Investigation Activity Bundle | CSI Forensics
Students love CSI Activities and Hands-on Investigations. These popular C.S.I. activities are a great way to teach inference, logic, analysis, and critical thinking.Looking to go DIGITAL in the CLASSROOM or Distance Learning Mode?Check out the C.S.I BUNDLE below which includes this Printable Resource as well as a Digital Format Link for each activity... C.S.I. for Kids Bundle - digital and printableGo 100% paperless with these C.S.I. ActivitiesC.S.I. Activities for Google ClassroomBy purchasing
Grades:
4th - 6th
Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Task Cards Bundle
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,
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4th - 10th, Adult Education
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PASSION PROJECT Genius Hour Independent Project NO PREP
This easy-to-follow, NO PREP resource gives you everything you need to have your students do Passion Projects/Genius Hour/Independent Projects and presentations! It includes 3 Interest Inventories, a 15-page student packet, 5 Pages of Teacher Lesson Plans, 6 Research Options, 2 Rubric Options, and a 22 slide PowerPoint to show students with directions for each day. This resource is entirely editable. You can print the PDFs, or adjust the Word and PowerPoint files to your liking. Simply print out
Grades:
3rd - 12th
Social Studies Icebreaker Bundle | 7 End of Year Activities for Social Studies
Students will engage in trivia, history analysis, scavenger hunts, and get-to-know-you activities in a variety of ways with this 7-resource bundle. Enjoy this Icebreakers Bundle to get all SEVEN of these amazing resources at a reduced price. This bundle is phenomenal for back-to-school or to end the school year!⭐ Back to School Game | Can you spot the 10 historical TRUTHS or LIES?⭐ Why Study History? First Day of School Activity for World and American History!⭐ Who Studied History? Students lear
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4th - 9th
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California Gold Rush Informational Reading Series #1-6 Discounted Bundle
No prep! Teach the Gold Rush using these six age-appropriate and engaging texts and activities. Bonus file included. We created our own California Gold Rush curriculum that covers everything important but is flexible enough to use in a variety of ways. We wanted each section to be able to stand alone, so we decided related activities should be included.Our comprehensive Gold Rush Series of informational original articles each focus on a specific aspect of the California Gold Rush. The first in t
Grades:
4th - 6th
Inventors and Inventions Bundle of Research Projects Templates
Do you know where to start with biographical research? This activity walks students through the research process. It is laid out in an age-appropriate and accessible way that encourages independent pursuit of knowledge. They will research a notable scientist, inventor, or invention. Then, you can take it to the next level by having students create their own invention! TL;DR: Easy for you, appropriate for them!See the previews above for what is included in this bundle, or read about the contents
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3rd - 6th
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Project Based Learning Activities: Social Studies PBL BUNDLE
Save 20% with this ancient civilizations bundle, which includes an Ancient Greece PBL, Ancient Egypt PBL, Ancient China PBL, and Ancient Rome PBL. These PBLS are a social studies project based learning activity (PBL) that results in a research and making real-life decisions, all while learning more about this ancient civilization, developing 21st-century skills, communicating, and designing. These PBLs are self-differentiating, meaning that students have the ability to work at their own pace and
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3rd - 5th
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STEM Kid Engineering for GATE -- FERRIS WHEELS plus Primary Sources
In this GATE engineering journey, students will each construct a very cool Ferris wheel prototype as a final product. Along the way, they will examine primary source images, read primary source history, and integrate math, engineering, and economics in a learning process which incorporates best practices in gifted and talented education for 21st Century Learners.
This is a challenging engineering project—teacher guided. I used it for GATE 4th grade; however, my kids are experienced builders.
Grades:
4th - 8th
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Also included in: STEAM Class Bundle - Engineering Focus - 115+ Hours 374 pp Gifted GATE
Six California Explorers : Informational Texts Cabrillo Drake de Anza & More
Keep your students learning with these engaging, standards-based text and activities. Great for distance learning, school breaks or home schools.Learn about California explorers in these student friendly articles that give the early years, goals, success and failures and legacies of these legendary explorers of California. Buy the bundle and save! Bonus file included.This series includes:Juan Rodriguez CabrilloSir Francis DrakeSebastian CermenoSebastian VizcainoJuan Bautista de AnzaGaspar de Por
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Harlem Renaissance Activities - Escape Room (paper + digital) - Black History
Make learning fun with this Harlem Renaissance activity! Your students will learn about the historical context of the Harlem Renaissance as well as famous figures. This is reading-heavy and "true history," but a great addition to Black History Month or National Poetry Month. Use this Harlem Renaissance Activity for:✅ ELA or Social Studies✅ Your poetry unit or National Poetry Month✅ Black History Month This Harlem Renaissance activity is the perfect way to introduce your students to the era. It h
Grades:
7th - 10th
Fairy Tales on Trial
Students discover a unique way to determine the fine line between “doing wrong” and “crime.” They “study” character education by “doing” - using fairy tales and simulating investigation and trials. The activities challenge students as they use all language arts skills: critical reading, analytical thinking and writing, speaking and drama.
Use with the entire class, choosing an appropriate case by its complexity and appropriate level of challenge. The class creates all elements of a case and pres
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3rd - 9th
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GT Enrichment BUNDLE! - All my enrichment resources aligned with TPSP
Grab this bundle that includes all of the enrichment resources I've created to align with and compliment primary and intermediate Texas Performance Standards Projects tasks. This bundle is great for pull-out enrichment teachers, or for use in the regular classroom to meet the needs of your gifted learners.Check out each individual product page for more details and an in-depth preview of each resource.Learn more about TPSP at https://www.texaspsp.org/_________Looking for other GT Enrichment activ
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1st - 5th
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Mystery Reading Comprehension | Making Inferences | CSI Science Problem Solving
Need fun and engaging activities for practicing INFERENCE? Looking to differentiate with some deductive reasoning and critical thinking skills? This Digital or Printable Crime Scene Investigation Bundle includes a variety of reading activities and mystery workshops that are great for in-class or distance learning.By buying this bundle, you are saving 30% off the total price of the individual resources!The hands-on labs use simple materials and are easy to prep. Try them as a hybrid for more inte
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4th - 6th
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Mystery Reading Comprehension | Making Inferences | CSI Science Problem Solving
Add a little C.S.I. enrichment to your classroom every season. Students love inferring and using deductive logic as they follow Crime Scene Protocol and unlock the mystery of the Stolen Scream, the Elf Enigma, the Bunny Brainteaser and the Sabotaged SlideEach of these 4 workshops includes engaging hands-on activities that use simple materials and are super easy to set up. By purchasing this BUNDLE, you are saving 20% off each individual resource!For the CSI activities, students read and analyze
Grades:
4th - 6th
PBL Social Studies for Google Classroom
Save 20% with this Google Drive & Google Classroom ancient civilizations bundle, which includes a digital Ancient Greece PBL, digital Ancient Egypt PBL, digital Ancient China PBL, and digital Ancient Rome PBL. These online activities and online resources will give your students a deeper understanding of these four ancient civilizations. They are 100% online and can be used on Google Classroom and Google Drive. These PBLS are a social studies project based learning activity (PBL) that results
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3rd - 5th
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Famous Scientists and Inventors Bundle
Meet these scientists and inventors in an interactive create-a-book format! These resources are print and go self-contained resources that help students learn about important scientists and inventors. Students fill in the blanks of the story from a word bank and add in provided illustrations to complete the mini book. Students can then color in the illustrations, add their own, and re-read the story. Follow up reading response pages are included.How to UsePrint and go! Scissors and glue are need
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
Ancient Greece and Greek Mythology with STEAM Extensions Mega Unit
“I cannot teach anyone anything. I can only make them think.” ~SocratesUsing this resource, students will be introduced to Ancient Greece, explore Greek contributions to the modern world, and develop an understanding of Greek gods and goddesses. Then, they will critically analyze common Greek myths. Students will explore the themes and lessons utilizing the Thinking Frameworks included. In addition, there are STEAMS lessons (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math, and Socratic Seminar) incl
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4th - 7th
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Geography Lessons and Activities | Critical and Creative Thinking BUNDLE
If you're looking for fabulous lesson plans about many aspects of geography, this bundle is for you! They're the perfect way to build geography skills, critical thinking skills, and creativity skills, all at once! You'll love the super high quality graphics, original articles, and the super clear teacher instructions for every single lesson.Ten different lessons/activities are included, and all of them align with National Geography Standards. Every resource has more than one activity, so this is
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Grades:
2nd - 9th
Social Studies Bundle Collection ~ 12 STEM Engineering Packs ~ 62 Challenges!
This is a bundle of 12 of my STEM Engineering Packs related to Social Studies and Building Themes! There are 62 total engineering challenges in this bundle! The STEM Engineering Packs in this Bundle:Greek MythologyAncient EgyptNative American HomesOregon TrailTall TalesTitanic DisasterPiratesGnome Sweet GnomeMinecraftEngineering ElephantsSuperheroesMonsters Under BridgesThere are more than enough challenges in this bundle to keep your students engaged and excited!Get Engineering!
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3rd - 6th
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Advanced Fairy Tales on Trial
" . . . an age appropriate version of an important element in our society . . ."
Learn it. Remember it. Live it. Right. Wrong. Consequences. Values that make the difference are found in Janis Silverman's second book "Advanced" Fairy Tales. Some of the tales are less familiar; some are more complicated and take a more mature student to untangle the possible misbehaviors to be charged. But the teacher-tested results speak for themselves . . .
". . . What a great way to teacher character education
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3rd - 9th
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Florida 7th Grade Civics Simulations Bundle 11 Total -SS.7.CG.1.1-SS.7.CG.1.11
Welcome to our series of simulations designed to deepen your understanding of the origins and purposes of government, law, and the American political system. Throughout history, these fundamental concepts have shaped societies, influenced governance structures, and defined the rights and responsibilities of citizens. In each simulation, you will explore different aspects of government and law, delving into historical events, constitutional principles, and political ideologies that have shaped th
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5th - 8th
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Choice Boards for ALL 5th grade Math, Science, & Social Studies Ohio Standards
Embark on an enriching interdisciplinary journey through 5th-grade math, science, and social studies with our comprehensive Bundle of Choice Boards. Crafted to engage and empower students, this bundle offers a diverse selection of choice boards covering all standards across these core subjects, providing educators with a versatile toolkit to enhance their curriculum.Each choice board within the bundle is meticulously designed to address specific standards in math, science, and social studies, fo
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5th
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NGSS:
5-ESS2-2
, 5-ESS1-2
, 5-ESS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 5-LS2-1
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California History Game Board Bundle
Games Include: California Native Americans, Explorers, Missions, Gold Rush, and Transcontinental Railroad Kids love games! Our board games are perfect for centers or for small groups. Each game reinforces unit concepts in a lively, fast-paced format. Rules are easy to learn. If your students have ever played Sorry! or Chutes and Ladders, they will be familiar with the layouts. What you get: a digital download of a full-size game board. We "chop" the game board into 4 to 6 printer-friendly piec
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Grades:
3rd - 8th
California Gold Rush Jeopardy 6 Game Discounted Bundle
This super fun Jeopardy game set can be used as stand alone games or paired with our companion Gold Rush Articles. Fun, easy and a great review! Games include:Early DaysGold FeverOverland RouteSea RoutesMining ToolsMinorities.Bonus file included.We have lots more California Gold Rush Products for your no-prep planning! Texts, games, activities are all at:www..teacherspayteachers.com/store/thank-a-teacher
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4th - 6th
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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.
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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.
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