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Social studies resources for Easel $10 and up
Greek Mythology Unit - Greek Mythology Projects - Ancient Greece Unit Activities
This Greek Mythology Unit contains over 200 pages and it is the perfect addition to an Ancient Greece Interactive Notebook or Ancient Greece unit. These Greek mythology projects and activities include full text versions of a variety of Ancient Greek myths, telling the tales of the Olympians and other Greek Gods and Goddesses. It contains all of the resources, foldable activities, graphic organizers, and mythology worksheets you need to teach your students about the gods, goddesses, heroes, and m
Grades:
4th - 7th
Road to Revolution: The Colonies Unite- An Active, Engaging Unit
American Revolution history comes to life in this unit! * Update: This resource now includes both the pdf printable version of the unit AND the interactive Google version! When you download this resource, you'll be able to copy the teacher guide with links to all of the lesson notebooks on Google Drive.Are you looking for an engaging unit to use while teaching your students about the events leading to the American Revolution? You've found it! This unit contains a Road to Revolution wall display,
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Grades:
5th - 6th
Also included in:Â American Revolution Bundle
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:Â Grade 4 Ontario Social Studies Workbook Bundle
American Civil War Reading Passages Worksheets Unit Causes Battles Maps Timeline
Make history come to life in your classroom with our Civil War Activities Complete Unit! Immerse your students into the American Civil War with this comprehensive collection of interactive activities, leveled reading passages, comprehension questions, and vocabulary posters. Step back in time as you teach your students about the events and people that were part of this crucial moment in history.Go Digital--A Digital Version of This Unit is Now Available:A DIGITAL version of this unit for Google
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3rd - 5th
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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:Â Grade 4 Ontario Social Studies Workbook Bundle
American Revolution Unit
American Revolution UnitAre you looking for an engaging unit to use while teaching your students about the American Revolution? You've found it! This unit contains lesson sheets, lesson activities, primary source analysis sheets, secondary source analysis sheets, a Revolutionary individuals and groups section, a scoot game, and a unit test.Contents of this unit: Battle of Bunker Hill* Passage* Foldable Activity* Primary Source Detectives: “Major General Joseph Warren, Slain at Bunker Hill, 1781
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Grades:
5th - 6th
Also included in:Â American Revolution 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:Â Grade 5 Ontario Social Studies Workbook Bundle
Constitution Unit
The Constitution is so much fun to teach! Are you looking for a fresh, engaging, active Constitution unit? You've found it! The activities in this unit will not only help your students learn about the Constitution… they will bring excitement and engagement to your classroom! All of the activities included in this unit are student favorites! ** This unit was recently revised! **Contents of this unit: Pages 3-5: Articles of Confederation-Passage and Cloze ActivityPages 6-8: Creating a Constitution
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4th - 6th
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Also included in:Â Constitution 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:Â Grade 5 Ontario Social Studies Workbook Bundle
Medieval Times Activities Unit Reading Passages Worksheets Project Middle Ages
This Medieval Times unit is full of fun activities that will teach your students about life during the Middle Ages. Through kid-friendly reading passages and engaging activities, your students will be thoroughly fascinated by the Middle Ages. They will learn about the lifestyles and culture of people and the historical events of the time.This Unit is Divided into 8 Sections:Introduction People of the Middle AgesFeudal SystemMedieval CastlesKnights and TradesmenFamous People: Charlemagne, Richard
Grades:
2nd - 5th
2nd Grade Social Studies Curriculum Government Citizens Unit
A government unit filled with activities, word cards, and printable charts. Focusing around government (why we have it and what it does for us) on a community level as well as citizens and their responsibilities.GOOGLE DRIVE ACCESS LINKS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE PDF DOWNLOAD ON THE GOOGLE DRIVE ACCESS PAGELinks to Google Drive uploads in slides/forms are available in this download!Want to see a sample lesson? CLICK HERE FOR A LESSON FREEBIELesson Plan Titles:Lesson 1 – Diversity in a CommunityLess
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1st - 3rd
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Also included in:Â 2nd Grade Social Studies Communities Curriculum YEAR LONG Bundle Units
Early Humans Unit - Stone Age Unit - Early Humans Activities - Prehistory Unit
This 120 page Early Man unit resource package provides students with everything they need to complete an Early Humans unit or Stone Age unit on the Paleolithic - Neolithic Era. This stone age unit plan contains early human reading passages and annotation activities, comprehension questions, archaeology vocabulary, graphic organizers, and Stone Age activities for Interactive Notebooks.✅Be sure to click on the preview above to see a full detailed description of exactly what is included in this res
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4th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Unit Projects Prehistory Greece Egypt Mesopotamia Rome
US Government / 3 Branches / Election / Voting Unit - Differentiated Resources
This unit is perfect for your special education, elementary, or co-taught US History class. Topics covered are the three branches of government, important documents (Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights), political parties (Democrat and Republican), and voting. Perfect to prepare for a discussion about the upcoming election!
A WIDE range of resources allow for each learner to be successful at their own level and give multiple ways to learn.
Interactive Notes: 2 levels
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PreK - 12th
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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:Â MEGA BUNDLE: Grade 8 Ontario History and Geography 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:Â MEGA BUNDLE: Grade 7 Ontario History and Geography Full Units
January Themed Close Reading Passages Common Core multiple choice T or F & More
NON-FICTION INFORMATIONAL TEXTS:20 Passages written at 4 Levels + 10 Activities: Multiple choice, True and False, Matching, & Reading Comprehension Pages: Key Ideas and Details, Craft and Structure, Integration of Knowledge and Idea Digital Resources & pdfs. 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th grade Homeschoolers Special Education Tutoring and Sub Plans>> All About January >> New Year’s Resolutions >> New Year’s Day >> Emancipation Proclamation >> Alaska Becomes a State
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in:Â 100th Day, January, Winter, MLK, Chinese New Year, 6 Units New Year Bundle!
Roaring 20s 1920s Walking Tour Centers Activity Gallery Walk
Visit the 1920s or Roaring 20s with this interactive Walking Tour or Gallery Walk Activity to teach your students about the decade with ease (and fun!).Take your students on a walking tour to discover the major events, developments and changes of the Roaring 1920s in America. Also great for ELA classes where students are reading The Great Gatsby or other relevant texts!Resource Includes121 slides on the 1920s to be set up as centers or stations, or use with students in response groups to invest
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5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â US 2 Modern U.S. History Interactive Lessons Bundle - Walking Tours & More
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:Â MEGA BUNDLE: Grade 4 Ontario FRENCH Social Studies Full Units
Standards-Based Bell Ringers for Civics & American Government - Quarter One
I'm in love with these Standards-Based Bell Ringers for Civics and American Government. Centered around critical thinking, these Bell Ringers provide curriculum-focused enrichment for middle and high school Civics and American government students. Quarter One covers everything from Civics and Citizenship, Civic Duties and Responsibilities, forms of government, John Locke and the Social Contract, King George and the American Revolution, as well as the Declaration of Independence!With 10 Weeks of
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6th - 12th
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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:Â 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:Â MEGA BUNDLE: Grade 7 Ontario History and Geography Full Units
Social Studies Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Short Passages 3rd Grade
These 30 paragraphs are short biographies about important people in United States history. Options include print, Easel Activities, and Google Forms. Texas teachers, most of these individuals are specifically required in the Grade 3 Social Studies TEKS, meaning you can integrate reading, social studies, and test prep! They include community creators and shapers, entrepreneurs, good citizens, heroes, scientists and inventors, writers, and artists. Each worksheet has one paragraph of informational
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3rd
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Reading Graphic Organizers Gr 11-12 CCSS-aligned Distance Learning
Common Core Standards Graphic Organizers for ELA Reading Literature and Informational Nonfiction Texts Grades 11-12 (Also includes the organizers for grades 6, 7, 8, and 9-10 because the skills build upon one another each year.)UPDATED with new and revised organizers! 154 total!! I also added a link for the organizers to work in Google Slides! Perfect for distance learning!Find the EDITABLE ORGANIZERS HERE:Google Drive Literature Graphic Organizers (Common Core Aligned)This IS included in the fo
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Custom Bundle for Jen W.
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:Â MEGA BUNDLE: Grade 8 Ontario History and Geography Full Units
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