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1st grade social studies graphic organizers for Google Apps and for special education

Preview of Country Research Report Worksheets and Graphic Organizers Google Slides

Country Research Report Worksheets and Graphic Organizers Google Slides

Are you looking for engaging activities for writing a country research project? These country research graphic organizer worksheets are perfect for your literacy and social studies lessons about countries. They are ideal for research projects and report writing. They are also great for reading lessons with informational texts.These informational essay graphic organizers are offered as no prep printables, as well as in digital formats (TPT Easel and Google Slides). Here's the thing. You want your
Preview of How to Write a Sentence Subject, Verb, Capital, Punctuation: DIGITAL & PRINT

How to Write a Sentence Subject, Verb, Capital, Punctuation: DIGITAL & PRINT

Created by
GRASPhopper
This sentence writing DIGITAL & PRINTABLE resource engages elementary students while teaching them how to write simple sentences, complete with fix the sentence worksheets. The activities help students develop a true understanding of the parts of a sentence including subject, verb, capitalization, and punctuation, and help them write complete sentences! This foundational sentence writing resource allows for easy teaching and easy planning which will lead to effective learning.This resource i
Preview of George Washington and Thomas Jefferson Compare and Contrast (SOL 1.2)

George Washington and Thomas Jefferson Compare and Contrast (SOL 1.2)

Compare and contrast two famous Americans (and Virginians!): George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. Read key facts about each person and complete a graphic organizer to show what you learned (based on VA SOL 1.2). *Updated July 2020: Now comes with an editable Google Slides version to help with Distance Learning*Resource includes:Informational Text about each person (two versions)Sorting Activity to Help Students Prepare for Graphic OrganizerBlank Graphic Organizer Comparing and Contrasting the
Preview of Rosa Parks Activities Flip Up Book, Black History Month Activities

Rosa Parks Activities Flip Up Book, Black History Month Activities

This Rosa Parks activity is the perfect little activity for your students to be engaged as they learn more about Rosa Parks! This activity easily integrates social studies, reading, and writing! It is easy to create with the printing instructions that are included and folding examples. Just print, fold, and staple! Plus, it saves paper with activities on EVERY side!Inside you will find:Instructions for printing the Rosa Parks Flip Up BookPicture examples of the Rosa Parks Flip Up Book assemble
Preview of Editable Frayer Model

Editable Frayer Model

Editable Graphic Organizer: These FOUR editable templates to organize vocabulary, math terms, literacy ideas, and more! This download features a blank model, as well as three lined options, great for differentiation as well as varying grade levels and languages. All text is editable.What is a Frayer Model?: A Frayer Model is a graphic organizer that helps students understand vocabulary words by writing the definition, adding drawings, and providing examples and non examples.Do I have to use this
Preview of Veterans Day Activities, Veterans Day Reading Comprehension,Veterans Day Writing

Veterans Day Activities, Veterans Day Reading Comprehension,Veterans Day Writing

Use these Veterans Day activities in digital and print form to engage students and teach them about the meaning of this holiday! Students will practice Veterans Day reading comprehension and Veterans Day writing, too. It easily integrates social studies and literacy! It is easy to create with the printing instructions or DIGITAL format that is included. This resource includes 6 pages of Veterans Day activities from Veterans Day reading comprehension, to Veterans Day writing, to labeling, and mor
Preview of Paragraph Frames using Sentence Stems- Guided Writing, Intervention, Special ED

Paragraph Frames using Sentence Stems- Guided Writing, Intervention, Special ED

Support students in developing their writing skills by providing a structured framework for them to follow. This approach involves the use of paragraph frames or templates to guide students in organizing their thoughts and ideas into well-structured paragraphs.These paragraph frames are themed and include sentence starters or prompts that students can use as a guide to help them structure their writing.Included Topics (growing bundle):ReadingVideo GamesPetsRun for PresidentFavorite Summer Activi
Preview of 1st Grade Thomas Jefferson Activities - Printable Worksheets & Digital Lessons

1st Grade Thomas Jefferson Activities - Printable Worksheets & Digital Lessons

Are you looking for age-appropriate, 1st grade resources to help teach your students about Thomas Jefferson? This Thomas Jefferson activity pack is filled with an instructional PowerPoint, informational little books (2 Levels), Thomas Jefferson Crown activity and Bag of Facts, graphic organizers, timelines, digital Google Slides, an assessment .and so much more! You’ll have everything you'll need to teach the basics about the life and contributions of Thomas Jefferson to your 1st Grade students.
Preview of Visual Schedule | Daily Behavior Chart | Editable Class schedule | Digital Copy

Visual Schedule | Daily Behavior Chart | Editable Class schedule | Digital Copy

Created by
Saved by Bonnell
Are you struggling to manage unwanted behavior in the classroom? This daily behavior check in chart is perfect for students who struggle with classroom expectations and need that extra reminder to stay on task. I have also found it works well with students who have specific learning needs and need a visual cue such as students with Autism or ADHD. Using a visual schedule for students helps remind them of their behavior and allows them to self regulate during their day. It may also serve as docum
Preview of Benjamin Franklin Activities - Historical Figures and Famous American Inventors

Benjamin Franklin Activities - Historical Figures and Famous American Inventors

Do you need an age-appropriate way to teach about Benjamin Franklin in your primary classroom? This Benjamin Franklin resource will help you teach your first and second grade students about this historical figure. Little books, an instructional PowerPoint, or Google Slides can be used to teach your students the facts about Benjamin Franklin including his life, accomplishments, and contributions. Students can review and reflect on what they've learned with graphic organizers, crafty fact activiti
Preview of Pixar Short Bundle - Google Slides - E/LA Skills - Elements of a Story

Pixar Short Bundle - Google Slides - E/LA Skills - Elements of a Story

Created by
Random I Know
This bundle includes 12 Google Slide activities that go along with 12 Pixar shorts and cover different E/LA topics and terms. Use these activities in any order to teach your students about the elements of a story and Google Slides skills of all kinds. Slides cover vocabulary, beginning, middle and end, cause and effect, characters, setting, theme, problem and solution, the 5 w's, and making predictions plus Google Slides skills. Pixar Shorts used include Bao, Boundin', Day and Night, For the Bi
Preview of Presidents Day Activities Digital and Print Flip Up Book

Presidents Day Activities Digital and Print Flip Up Book

This Presidents' Day digital and print Flip Up Book is the perfect little activity for your students to be engaged as they learn more about Presidents' Day! This activity easily integrates social studies, reading, and writing! It is easy to create with the printing instructions that are included and folding examples. Just print, fold, and staple! Plus, it saves paper with activities on EVERY side!Inside you will find:Instructions for printing the Presidents Day Flip Up BookPicture examples of
Preview of myView 1st Grade Unit 4 Personal Narrative Writing Sentence Starters 16 Prompts

myView 1st Grade Unit 4 Personal Narrative Writing Sentence Starters 16 Prompts

This no prep Personal Narrative Writing Unit for myView Grade 1, Unit 4 is perfect for teaching 1st graders the structure of a personal narrative. It offers seamless support for the weekly Progress Check Ups and the Unit 4 Assessment. It includes 16 writing prompts, scaffolded graphic organizers, anchor charts and much more (See below.) Great support is offered for special education students. THIS RESOURCE IS OFFERED IN 3 DIFFERENT FORMATS:DIGITAL IN GOOGLE SLIDES TO ASSIGN IN GOOGLE CLASSROOMC
Preview of Pixar Short "Presto" Digital Activity - Making Predictions

Pixar Short "Presto" Digital Activity - Making Predictions

Created by
Random I Know
Now this is a fun one! Presto is a hilarious short made by Pixar that students of all ages will love! Use this Google Slide to introduce a lesson on making predictions for older students or as a whole lesson for younger students. Link this Google Slide to Canvas or Google Classroom for a class or small group activity. Presto is the story of an up-and-coming magician who forgets to feed his rabbit before their big show - and the rabbit uses the magicians magical set of hats to get him back during
Preview of Google Slides Templates - SOCIAL STUDIES Virtual Classroom Distance Learning

Google Slides Templates - SOCIAL STUDIES Virtual Classroom Distance Learning

Created by
StudentSavvy
Social Studies | History Themed Google Slides Templates for the Digital Classroom {Google Classroom} Provide a captivating and welcoming classroom environment for your students DIGITALLY!Can be used for ANY unit, activity, lesson, or presentation! Also can be used for a morning welcome message, schedule tool, and much more! Designed for ALL grade levels Perfect for the DIGITAL Classroom during distance learning. What you can with these in Google Slides:change out the backgroundsadd or delete s
Preview of St. Patrick's Day Activities Flip Up Book, St. Patrick's Day Digital Resource

St. Patrick's Day Activities Flip Up Book, St. Patrick's Day Digital Resource

This print or digital, easy to assemble, St. Patrick's Day Activities Flip Up Book is great for your students to be engaged as they learn all about St. Patrick and the holiday! This activity easily integrates reading, writing, and social studies! It is easy to create with the printing instructions that are included and folding examples. Just print, fold, and staple! Plus, it saves paper with activities on EVERY side!Inside you will find:Instructions for printing the St. Patrick's Day Flip Up B
Preview of Writing a Sentence Activities FREEBIE How to Write a Sentence Digital & Print

Writing a Sentence Activities FREEBIE How to Write a Sentence Digital & Print

Created by
GRASPhopper
This FREEBIE can be easily paired with the FREE Writing a Sentence video. While watching and teaching how to write a sentence, use the included visual support, anchor charts and checklist.Once teaching has concluded, use the extension activities online to further develop and strengthen your student’s understanding of writing a sentence. A preview of visual supports and extension activities is included in this product. Find more in the complete resource Writing A Sentence: Digital Identifying par
Preview of Labor Day Activities Flip Up Book

Labor Day Activities Flip Up Book

Be set for Labor Day with these labor day activities packed into a simple flip up book! This activity easily integrates reading, writing, and social studies. It is easy to create with the printing instructions that are included and folding examples. Love how simple this is and how much information is packed into ONE little book?? Check out the BUNDLE and SAVE! --> Flip Up Book BUNDLEInside you will find:Instructions for printing the Labor Day Flip Up BookPicture examples of the Labor Day Fli
Preview of Abraham Lincoln Digital and Print Activities Flip Up Book

Abraham Lincoln Digital and Print Activities Flip Up Book

This Abraham Lincoln digital and print Flip Up Book is the perfect little activity for your students to be engaged as they learn more about Abraham Lincoln! This activity easily integrates social studies, reading, and writing! It is easy to create with the printing instructions that are included and folding examples. Just print, fold, and staple! Plus, it saves paper with activities on EVERY side!Inside you will find:Instructions for printing the Abraham Lincoln Flip Up BookPicture examples of
Preview of Editable Choice Board Menu Bundle - ALL SUBJECTS

Editable Choice Board Menu Bundle - ALL SUBJECTS

Created by
Sassyy in Second
With the increase in sales across all of my choice boards, I thought it would be helpful for you all to just have it all in one place.This packet is the ultimate bundle of ALL my choice boards AND editable choice boards.Below is a descriptions of each choice board included.ELA Choice BoardThis product was created to help with recent at home learning for grades 2nd-3rd. but this product can also be used over winter break, spring break, or summer break as well.This board was designed for students
Preview of Pixar Short "Lava" Digital Activity - Elements of a Story - Problem & Solution

Pixar Short "Lava" Digital Activity - Elements of a Story - Problem & Solution

Created by
Random I Know
This no prep activity is perfect to help teach students about problems and solutions in a story. In the Pixar Short, Lava, there are multiple problems and solutions, making it easy for students to pick out at least one set.In the short film, the male volcano sings a song about wanting to fall in "lava" with someone but he is all alone. A female volcano is under the water but hears his song and falls in love with him. She finally gets above water but is facing the opposite way and can't see her l
Preview of Describing Activities, Graphic Organizer, and Writing Outline for object,pic,EET

Describing Activities, Graphic Organizer, and Writing Outline for object,pic,EET

This resource can be used to support students when describing objects and writing descriptive paragraphs. This product includes:Visual prompts for each section of EETBlank/Lined EET graphic organizersSentence stems based on the colors of EETParagraph outlinePictures of the following objects: guitar, pencil, hammer, car, blocks, frog, sandwich, swimsuit, table, cell phoneFor each picture:Graphic organizer with 2 options -Circle the correct answerSentence stemsParagraph ideasIf this product was us
Preview of 1st Grade Map Skills Digital Activities for Google Slides / Google Classroom

1st Grade Map Skills Digital Activities for Google Slides / Google Classroom

This resource includes 14 Google Slides for students to show what they know about compass rose cardinal and intermediate directions, following directions, continents, oceans, and landforms. These were designed for kindergarten and first grade students. All 14 of the slides have moveable pieces which allow students to move either the picture or a word to the correct place on the slide.I have recorded directions for each slide so that students know what to do. Students may click the audio button f
Preview of FREE Biography Graphic Organizer (Printable & Google Slides Digital)

FREE Biography Graphic Organizer (Printable & Google Slides Digital)

Created by
Kelsey K to 3
Use this FREE graphic organizer with any biography! Post this to your Google Classroom, or print as part of your no-prep sub plans! This makes a great addition to guided reading groups, asynchronous work, non-fiction book reports, or social studies lessons. Includes a Google Slide document with text boxes and another slide without text boxes.This is not editable, but is free for personal use and distribution in your own classroom.Want FREE TPT credits?After using a resource, you can leave a rati
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Find Social Studies - History resources | TPT

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.

How do I find social studies lessons on TPT?

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.