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Social studies Common Core W.K.2 pdfs
All About Me Craft Kid - Back to School Activities
This All About Me craftivity is so so CUTE! Kids and parents will love it. Great for All About Me Social Studies units, Back to School, or Open House.I like to use this craft at the beginning of the year. It's a fun way to get students excited about writing while allowing them to share about themselves and get to know each other.These are ADORABLE in the hallway during Open House.
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PreK - 3rd
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Holidays & Christmas Around the World Craft & Activities Book for Kindergarten
Holidays & Christmas Around the World Craft & Activities Book for KindergartenGet this in a BUNDLE and save 50%Themed Learning Journal Yearly BundleIncluded in this download is:This Christmas Around the World unit is perfect for your preschool, kindergarten, and first-grade students. Each page represents a different country and has an interactive activity to match. Students will tape down pieces, cut and glue things in, or draw things you specify. (Or use the no cut and glue option whe
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PreK - 1st
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Science and Social Studies Curriculum Worksheets Bundle K-2 Interactive Notebook
Engage students and provide them a reference place for the skills they have learned in Social Studies and Science with this interactive notebook bundle. Students will love completing over 100 projects to put in their composition notebook. The activities compliment any existing curriculum you use, or you can use the included book recommendations for teaching the content. This notebook is perfect for both classrooms and homeschool families with young learners!Each notebook includes:50+ print-and-g
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K - 2nd
Then and Now Social Studies Activities Unit
This engaging Then and Now pack will help your students compare life in the past with today in their social studies lessons. With a range of awesome hands-on activities including printables, a diorama, real photographs, website links and information sheets - this huge history resource is no prep and is easy to use for Kindergarten to Year 4 students. In addition, this product is a handy addition to your Changes in Technology unit or study.>>> Click here to find the Google Slides version
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in: Then and Now Social Studies Bundle
American Flag Craft Activity: Election, Veterans, Presidents' Day, US Symbols
As you explore US symbols, Patriot Day, Constitution Day, the election, Veterans Day, Presidents' Day, Flag Day, or the 4th of July, create this flag craft during morning work, center time, or a whole-group lesson on following directions. Practice fine motor and visual-spatial skills as you create a sweet patriotic bulletin board display!Page 1: cover Page 2: Krazy for Kindyland notePage 3: product detailsPage 4: flag (Copy 1 per student on red.)Page 5: rectanglePage 6: four starsPage 7: two arm
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PreK - 2nd
Black History Month Activities for Kindergarten and First Grade
Need activities to teach your kindergarten and first grade students about the importance of Black History Month? This pack has child-friendly biographies, crafts, writing worksheets, bulletin board projects and more that celebrate the accomplishments of many African American people, both past and present. These activities include colorful and engaging crafts, writing to show understanding, text-to-self writing connection, character web, creative writing, fact finding worksheets, coloring pages a
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K - 1st
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Veterans Day Activities with Craft and Writing Pages for Bulletin Board
Refresh your Veterans Day lesson plans or bulletin board with these activities! Unlike other Veterans Day crafts, this resource includes options for 5 military branches, writing pages to fit your students needs, and posters to enhance your lesson. CLICK ON THE PREVIEW TO SEE ALL THE DETAILSWhat is included?Easy Cut Craft PiecesVeteran faces (man and woman)Army uniform with hatNavy uniform with hatAirforce uniform with hatMarine uniform with hatCoast Guard uniform with hat8 No Glue Coloring Opti
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PreK - 2nd
Also included in: Craft and Writing Activity Bundle for ALL YEAR
Community Helpers: A Research and Writing Project PLUS Centers!
Make learning about community helpers and our community fun with these engaging, language-building activities! This research project includes low-prep graphic organizers and labeling activities! Lead your students to discover how community helpers help them while meeting literacy and social studies standards! Here's what you'll get:Graphic organizersLabelingRecording sheetsWritingRead aloud book suggestions8 Math and literacy centersYour students will love learning about community helpers.
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PreK - 2nd
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Also included in: Research Project Bundle: FALL Research and Writing Curriculum
9/11 Emergent Reader & Centers {September 11}
Are you looking for a way to teach your little ones about 9/11 without being too gory? This mini-unit touches on 9/11, mainly focusing on the heroes of the day. It provides a great opportunity to bring in Random Acts of Kindness or the Conscious Discipline’s “I Noticed…” Here is what you get:
Common Core Alignments
Heroes of 9/11 Emergent Reader (Color)
Heroes of 9/11 Emergent Reader (black & white)
6 Sentence Scramblers
6 Read, Trace, Build Cut & Paste Pages
I Can Be a Hero Writing
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PreK - K
Memorial Day Social Studies - History Kindergarten and 1st Grade
Distance Learning Tips: Share your screen to read this non-fiction story about Memorial Day. You can send the easy and hands-on activities to your students via e-mail or as an already printed packet via post prior to reading the story. The materials can help you carry out a complete unit on Memorial Day.About the productMemorial Day History for children in kindergarten and first grade explained with a non-fiction story. This unit contains unique craftivities to help the children remember, practi
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PreK - 3rd
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MAP SKILLS FOR KINDERGARTEN
This is a spectacular unit for teaching all things maps! This unit was developed by looking at overarching themes in kindergarten social studies standards in the U.S. Detailed lesson plans are included for 10 lessons. There are many great activities and materials for teaching these concepts. Daily assessments and/or a daily "write about it" that can be used as assessments with each lesson are included. The following is the layout of the unit's 10 lessons:Day 1: Positional WordsDay 2:
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K
Ben Franklin Activity Pack {Kindergarten/First Grade}
This product was created for students in Kindergarten and First Grade classrooms. Through a variety of activities and worksheets students will learn all about Ben Franklin - a famous writer, scientist, and inventor who is best known for his experiments involving electricity and lightening. These print-and-go activities are great for cross-curricular lesson planning and can be easily incorporated into your current Language Arts and/or Social Studies curriculum.This pack includes 4 print-and-go w
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K - 1st
Statue of Liberty Craft for US Symbols, Veterans’ Day, Presidents’ Day Activity
As you study US Symbols throughout your exploration of Patriot Day, Constitution Day, the election, Veterans Day, Presidents' Day, Flag Day, or the 4th of July, practice fine motor and visual-spatial skills as students create the Statue of Liberty. Craft during morning work, center time, or a whole-group lesson on following directions. Three cutting options are included to best meet the needs of your little learners. During your writing lesson, students write facts about the landmark. Three wr
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K - 2nd
Lincoln Memorial Craft & Writing Prompt for US Symbols, Presidents' Day Activity
As you study US Symbols throughout your exploration of Patriot Day, Constitution Day, the election, Veterans Day, Presidents' Day, Flag Day, or the 4th of July, craft the Lincoln Memorial during morning work, center time, or a whole-group lesson on following directions. During your writing lesson, students write facts about the monument. Practice fine motor and visual-spatial skills as you create a patriotic bulletin board display!Contents:Page 1: sky (2)Page 2: writing paper (grass) (3)Page 3:
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K - 2nd
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TRANSPORTATION THEME ACTIVITIES FOR PRESCHOOL, PRE-K AND KINDERGARTEN
TRANSPORTATION UNIT FOR PRESCHOOL, PRE-K AND KINDERGARTENThis resources includes thematic lessons, activities, poems, songs and centers for your little learners.Buy the BUNDLE and SAVE! You can purchase this resources in the Thematic Activities for Little Learners Bundle and the Little Learners Mega-Bundle!____________________________________________________________________THIS RESOURCE INCLUDESLesson ResourcesWeek 21 PlansThis is a template for lesson plans during transportation week of scho
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PreK - K
Also included in: THEMATIC UNIT ACTIVITIES FOR LITTLE LEARNERS | GROWING BUNDLE
Thanksgiving Lesson Plans for Kindergarten
Are you looking for Thanksgiving lessons for little ones? Search no further! These lesson plans have simple activities that include popular picture book lessons, turkey crafts, fine motor activities, and math center ideas. Includes: Detailed lesson plansSuggested book listKWL chart headersBear Says Thanks cut and glue retellTurkey Trouble disguise activityThere was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Turkey retell cards 10 Fat Turkeys math activity and craftTurkey Count math centerI am Thankful....wr
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PreK - 1st
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Also included in: November Activities and Lesson Plans Bundle for Kindergarten
Garrett Morgan Printable Books
A printable book about Garrett Morgan. Simple information that gets right to the point with simple facts about this important inventor. A second printable has blank spaces for children to write in their own facts. Mae Jemison book also available in the store.
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PreK - 2nd
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Ruby Bridges Writing Cut and Paste Craftivity
Are you looking for a LOW PREP BLACK HISTORY writing craftivity? Then enjoy this social studies resource which is comprised of writing prompts, a bulletin board sign, a word bank, differentiated writing frames, directions with picture prompts, and template pieces to create a RUBY BRIDGES craft. There also is a black and white completed craftivity sample for the children to cut out and color and then write on if you do not want them to cut and paste. The possibilities are endless with this writ
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PreK - 2nd
Betsy Ross Writing Cut and Paste Craftivity
Are you looking for a LOW PREP writing craftivity? Then enjoy this social studies resource which is comprised of writing prompts, a word bank, differentiated writing frames, and directions and template pieces to create a BETSY ROSS craft. There also is a black and white completed craftivity sample for the children to cut out and color and then write on if you do not want them to cut and paste. The possibilities are endless with this writing craftivity that comes in a small version and a large
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PreK - 2nd
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Symbols of United States - Mini-book, Craft, and Activities
Fun packet to use with your unit about United States symbols. It includes:
- Eagle craft patterns.
- Interactive mini book (7 pages plus cover – 4 pages per sheet): students must trace the words (symbols names). On the last page they draw and write about their favorite symbol.
- Circle map (can be used with the craft).
- Writing templates (half page) (primary and regular lines).
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Symbols of USA Interactive Flipbook
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PreK - 2nd
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Community: Reading Comprehension, Writing and Craftivities
Read and Respond to your Favorite Picture Books!Do you love reading picture books to your class and need follow up activities? Try this Community: Read and Respond Pack. It is the perfect way to strengthen comprehension and writing skills along with some fun craftivities to keep your kids engaged! Download the preview for the complete table of contents to see which activities/skills are included with each book.Features: • Activities for 5 Picture Books: Career Day by Anne Rockwell, Clothe
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PreK - 2nd
Also included in: November: Reading Comprehension, Writing and Craftivities BUNDLE
Cowboy Economics and Literacy Unit
This mini-packet uses Gail Gibbons' Cowboys and Cowgirls book to discuss the life of a cowboy/girl. This 3 day mini-pack has lesson plans, Common Core standards for activities, pictures, and materials needed.Check out my blog post about how I use this in my classroom!INCLUDED IN THIS RESOURCE:• 5 days of plans and Common Core Standards covered• Western Words anchor chart template• cowboy/girl vocabulary picture and word match for introducing vocabulary and practicing at stations or centers• lab
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K - 2nd
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Liberty Bell Craft for America, US Symbols, Veterans, Presidents’ Day Activity
As you study US Symbols throughout your exploration of Patriot Day, Constitution Day, the election, Veterans Day, Presidents' Day, Flag Day, or the 4th of July, practice fine motor and visual-spatial skills as students create the Liberty Bell. Craft during morning work, center time, or a whole-group lesson on following directions. Three cutting options are included to best meet the needs of your little learners. During your writing lesson, students write facts about the landmark. Three writing
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K - 2nd
George Washington Carver Writing Cut and Paste Craftivity
Are you looking for a LOW PREP BLACK HISTORY writing craftivity? Then enjoy this social studies resource which is comprised of writing prompts, a bulletin board sign, a word bank, differentiated writing frames, directions with picture prompts, and template pieces to create a GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER craft. There also is a black and white completed craftivity sample for the children to cut out and color and then write on if you do not want them to cut and paste. The possibilities are endless wi
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PreK - 2nd
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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.
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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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