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Social studies resources for Microsoft PowerPoint and for GATE
Meet The Teacher Pastel Pop
Back to school in style!! This template comes with the background that you can add your own text on top to make it custom for you and your classroom. I have added text boxes on top for you but the I did not type the words because they are specific to me. The only words included are "hello" so any school professional can use it!! You can add an text under it. :) Fonts: I have included the fonts used on the first page but the fonts are not included in the download, they are a seperate tpt purcha
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Not Grade Specific
Also included in: Pastel Pop Classroom Decor Bundle
Cesar Chavez Day Power Point Presentation
Power Point Presentation, Cesar Chavez Day, Civil Rights, Human Rights, Pesticides, Fair Wages, Farms, Migrant Farmworkers, Mexican Americans, Chicano Studies, Ethnic Studies, Heroes, Social Justice, Multicultural Education, Holidays and Celebrations, Birthday, California, Arizona, Politics, US Government, Farm Workers, United Farmworkers Union, Latino, Dolores Huerta, Robert Kennedy, Spanish Language, Cultural studies
26 Slide Power Point Presentation on the Legacy of Cesar Chavez. This prese
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2nd - 12th
Political Parties: Notes,Quiz, and Make your Own Party
I love teaching about political parties! I especially love this lesson because students learn about the political spectrum and even take a quiz to find where they are on the spectrum.Students also create their own political party!This products includesPowerPoint presentationMake your own political party activity Democrats vs republican cut out worksheet Where are you on the spectrum quizPolitical Party notes Political Party notes for interactive notebookWant access to ALL of my civics resources?
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6th - 12th
Levels of Government
Federal, State, and Local Governments are made simple for your students with this PowerPoint. I use the first part of the power point after the students learn about the constitution in the fall, and then show the whole thing in the spring when students campaign and are elected for the Leadership Class the following year.Add your own state, local, and school governments to the slides.This aligns with the Common Core State Standards:3.SL.33.SL.43.SL.63.W.45.SL.35.SL.45.SL.65.W.48.SL.38.SL.48.SL.68
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3rd - 9th
Amazing Race Printable Templates
This file is a PowerPoint file with Amazing Race templates to create challenges, detours and roadblocks in any content area. These templates can be used digitally or as printables. Just click inside the editable text boxes to add your content.Template includes: planning pageschallenge folderroute information carddetour cardroadblock cardplayer name tagsPowerPoint slides template
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K - 12th, Staff
California Rancho Era Jeopardy Game for 4th Grade
Fun Jeopardy Game! This reviews the Mexican Rancho Era in California history. It includes: ranchos, land grants, disenos, vaqueros, California Bank notes, cow hides, tallow and more!Stand-alone game or companion activity to our informational text California Ranchos. Check out our store for more California history products. Game includes 25 questions. Cards fade after they have been used. Game has a final Jeopardy question. No double jeopardy. Easy to use PowerPoint! Follow us for more Californi
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4th
Also included in: California Ranchos Informational Reading and Activities & 2 Games Bundle
Multiple Perspectives on Public or Current Issues Guided Notes and Activity
Teaching multiple Perspectives in social studies? For years I struggled with teaching multiple perspectives in an engaging way. I created this resource as a way for students to understand multiple perspectives on current issues. When doing this lesson you will have to find an issue with multiple perspectives. In class I start off with showing a video of 2 perspectives and we complete the worksheet as a class. SS.7.C.2.13This resource includes: -Lesson Plan - Multiple Perspectives Worksheet- Pers
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6th - 12th
To Publish or Not to Publish- Ethics in Photojournalism
To Publish or Not to Publish- Ethics in Photojournalism
A mixture of Mind Mission activity and DBQ strategy, To Publish or Not to Publish- Ethics in Photojournalism honors the Civil Rights movement of the 1960’s in Birmingham, Alabama. As photo editors, students analyze an archival photo and a current photo in order to choose the one they think best commemorates the anniversaries of the 1963 Children’s March that followed the bombing of the Sixteenth Street Baptist Church. Debat
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Not Grade Specific
Landforms, Bodies of Water, Natural Resources and How People Use Them
EXPLORING PLACES!! This PowerPoint presentation shows 42 slides with very descriptive pictures of Landforms: canyon, volcano, mountains, cave, desert, plateau, valley, plain, hill, and island. Bodies of Water: River, Lake, pond, ocean, coast, waterfall, and glacierNatural Resources: Oil, water, trees, mines, wind, and soil. Uses of natural resources: to build highways, buildings, airports, stadiums, bridges, amusement parks, swimming pools, gardens, etc.At the end of the presentation, the pict
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K - 4th
Also included in: BODIES OF WATER, LANDFORMS, AND, NATURAL RESOURCES BUNDLE
Number the Stars Visual Novel Study with Comprehension Questions and Answers
No Prep Unit! View before, during or after each chapter for students to gain a deeper understanding the novel, Number the Stars.· A chapter-by-chapter, page-by-page Visual Novel Study slide show that gives students all the scaffolding they need to read the novel successfully.· Historical, Cultural and Literary Focus· Targeted Vocabulary· Relevant Literary devices· Comprehension questions and answers for each chapter· Engaging Visuals encourage interaction with the text· Linked Index and Answer K
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in: Number the Stars Visual Novel Study Bundle
RESOURCES, HOW PEOPLE MODIFY THE PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - PROS and CONS
This PowerPoint presentation shows 36 slides with very descriptive photographs of Natural Resources and how people modify the environment and use them.The presentation begins by introducing natural resources and gradually shows how people modify the environment, clearing land, building roads and houses, using land for agriculture irrigating crops, drilling for oil, mining, building dams, airports, shopping malls, highways, dams, stadiums, bridges, amusement parks, aquariums, among others.The sl
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2nd - 4th
Current Events Google Slides Edition
Current Events Google Slides Edition - digital version for use with Google Drive™.
Current events are a great way to keep kids informed of what is going on in the world around them. Gone are the days of boring book reports and reading responses! Students will use Dogo News, Time for Kids, or Scholastic News to find a current event that interests them. They will complete the Google Slides provided to summarize and article and share their opinions on the topic.
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3rd - 6th
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Famous Aviators, Pilots, and Astronauts Guided Research and Project EDITABLE!
Are your students interested in pilots, astronauts, and aviators? Are you looking for a way to direct them through the research process but aren't sure where to begin? This guided research packet provides them with a detailed guide that will help them find appropriate resources and questions to jump start their learning. After that, it will take them on a step-by-step journey to creating a life sized version of their chosen aviator to display in the hallway. There are 4 major measurement standar
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1st - 4th
Number the Stars Visual Novel Study Bundle
Visual Novel Study, Google Reading Quizzes and I Have ...Who Has? Game Included. Bonus File: Printable Reading Quizzes!No Prep Unit! View before, during or after each chapter for students to gain a deeper understanding the novel, Number the Stars.· A chapter-by-chapter, page-by-page Visual Novel Study slide show that gives students all the scaffolding they need to read the novel successfully.· Historical, Cultural and Literary Focus· Targeted Vocabulary· Relevant Literary devices· Comprehension
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5th - 8th
Jeopardy: Rise of Dictators
Energize your classroom with an engaging and dynamic activity that students adore. Jeopardy is a surefire way to captivate your students, fostering enthusiasm and active participation in their learning journey. Tailored for Unit 7 on "Global Conflicts," this versatile game doubles as a valuable review tool for college prep World History. With added visuals, including illustrations and images depicting crucial concepts, it's an ideal fit for Modern AP World History as well.Categories Included:Hit
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8th - 11th
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Also included in: AP World History Jeopardy Review Games Units 5-9
Krewe of Louisiana Mardi Gras Float Project
Experience the Louisiana Culture with a hands-on project!Cross-Curricular ProjectThis project includes social studies, math, and English language arts. Students will need to know the history of Louisiana/Mardi Gras, how to find area and perimeter, and how to write a narrative essay. This project is designed for Louisiana 3rd grade standards but can be adapted for other grades.This is fully EDITABLE to meet your needs. This resource includes:•Directions for each step of the project•Example pictur
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3rd - 5th
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Ancient China: The Silk Road- it's origin and impact
How did the Silk Road originate? How did people travel from East to West during the ancient times? What products and ideas were exchanged as a result of trade at the Silk Road?
This presentation includes anticipation guide to grab your students' attention and lots of images to keep them engaged throughout the lesson. As you teach the lesson and explain the main ideas about the Silk Road students take notes on a differentiated graphic organizer that goes with the presentation. You may design a
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5th - 8th
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Unit 9 Globalization: Jeopardy
PERFECT FOR REVIEW ON UNIT 9 !!Energize your classroom with an engaging and dynamic activity that students adore. Jeopardy is a surefire way to captivate your students, fostering enthusiasm and active participation in their learning journey. Tailored to meet the key concepts for Modern AP World History. This Jeopardy game incorporate visuals, stunning illustrations, and political cartoons to aid your students' comprehension.
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9th - 10th
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Also included in: AP World History Jeopardy Review Games Units 5-9
Transcontinental Railroad Game Jeopardy Game for 4th / 5th Grades
Fun Jeopardy Game! This reviews the Transcontinental Railroad including the Big 4, Union Pacific, Central Pacific, Theodore Judah, Durant, Chinese workers, Golden Spike, Civil War, Abraham Lincoln and more!Stand alone game or companion activity to our informational text Transcontinental Railroad. Check out our store for more California history products. Game includes 25 questions. Cards fade after they have been used. Has a final Jeopardy question. No double jeopardy. Easy to use powerpoint! Fo
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4th - 5th
Also included in: Transcontinental Railroad Bundle Informational Text Art Games Activity
STEM: The Ethics of Drones
This PowerPoint introduces students to the concept of ethics and current issues related to drones. The PowerPoint has links to an introduction video and the FAA website on the regulations of drones.
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5th - 12th
Vocabulary Bingo PowerPoint (FL CG.1.10, CG.1.7, CG.1.6, CG.1.5, CG.1.4, CG.1.3
This Vocabulary Bingo PowerPoint and is great for review! It covers vocabulary terms for FL Benchmarks CG.1.10, CG.1.7, CG.1.6, CG.1.5, CG.1.4, CG.1.3 & CG.1.2.
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7th
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A Brief Introduction to Buddhism
This presentation is designed to introduce students to Buddhism. No prior knowledge of Buddhism is necessary to understand these notes. The slides contain basic vocabulary, an explanation of Buddhist cosmology, an explanation of the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold path, and a section on Buddhist art and iconography. All three major branches of Buddhism are discussed. This presentation can be used to introduce Herman Hesse's novel *Siddhartha,* to introduce another Buddhist text, or to teach
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9th - 12th
Greek Gods Family Tree Keynote Presentation
This is an 11-slide Keynote Presentation covering the Ancient Greek God family tree, beginning with Gaia (Roman God names are also included). The presentation begins with an actual family tree visual. Subsequent slides continue as a list format with added details and Keynote effects. The last slide includes a list of the main Heroes and what they are known for or in what work they are found. A FREE PREVIEW of the first two slides is provided.
This was originally created for an after-school Cla
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6th
Landforms, Bodies of Water, Natural Resources and How People Use Them - Spanish!
EXPLORING PLACES!! In Spanish!!This PowerPoint presentation shows 42 slides with very descriptive pictures of Landforms: canyon, volcano, mountains, cave, desert, plateau, valley, plain, hill, and island. Bodies of Water: River, Lake, pond, ocean, coast, waterfall, and glacierNatural Resources: Oil, water, trees, mines, wind, and soil. Uses of natural resources: to build highways, buildings, airports, stadiums, bridges, amusement parks, swimming pools, gardens, etc. At the end of the presentati
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K - 4th
Also included in: BODIES OF WATER, LANDFORMS, NATURAL RESOURCES BUNDLE IN SPANISH
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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.
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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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