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Social studies internet activities for staff and administrators
26 Field Trip Ideas - Community Field Trips & Online Virtual with lessons
Enjoy 26 ideas with suggested activities for field trips.12 virtual field trips and 14 in-person community popular field trip choices!explore learning through field trip (budget friendly) opportunities such as: Community Farms, Community Guest Speakers, Google Earth Expeditions, NASA tours, and so much more!
Grades:
2nd - 8th
Career Investigations for Elementary Students
As educators, we must inspire K-5 students to realize college and career readiness starts now!
22 weeks of mini career investigations.
There is a daily fact about the career of focus for the week as well as a class investigation challenge. Students learn to use hyperlinks and begin to be inspired about career choices that will occur in the next 10-12 years after they leave your buildings and classrooms. Embedded math with charts, graphs, and online calculators coincide with investigation ch
Grades:
K - 8th
History Activities for Google Slides Mega-Bundle- Distance Learning
This digital Social Studies resource bundle contains 29 interactive Google Slides presentations with over 600 pages of content for middle grade students studying History! The bundles in this product cover American History, Mesoamerica, Early Civilizations, and World History.The presentations are interactive for students by including quick-write questions, think-pair-share prompts, and checkpoints as formative assessments. There are also extended response prompts, vocabulary review activities, an
Grades:
5th - 8th
Arizona's Native American Tribes
This infographic has all Arizona's 22 Native American Tribes. Each tribe is linked to each native nation and packed with information.
Grades:
3rd - 8th
Virtual Art/Play Room/Office
Virtual expressive therapy office. All items are linked to different mindfulness, art, or play activities, that are safe for children. PDF file with 2 offices with differing links. Page 1 has links that are friendly for younger children, page 2 has links more suited to teens. Links include:read aloud/poetrykids yoga/teen yogadrawing/digital artsound machinevirtual pianovirtual mini golf (create a room to play online with child)coloringlego building connect 4 onlinevirtual gardenstar gazingvirtu
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Grades:
Not Grade Specific
Central America/Caribbean Fill-In Map and Chart (Distance Learning Friendly)
With this purchase, you will receive 3 different .pdf document files for a blank Central America and the Caribbean Map that is numbered and you're given a chart to fill in. Using Chromebook platforms (or any .pdf platforms), you can fill in the absolute location of each country (some may be relative location). One of the .pdf document provides instructions, and the ability to fill in textbook page numbers.The other .pdf document allows for personalized teacher created instructions.The third .pdf
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
Europe Full Fill-In Map (Distance Learning Friendly)
With this purchase, you will receive 3 different .pdf document files for a blank Europe Map to fill in. Using Adobe platforms (not successful on Chromebooks), you can fill in the absolute location of each country (some may be relative location). These do have two type in options inside a chart at the bottom. One of the .pdf document provides instructions, and the ability to fill in textbook page numbers.The other .pdf document allows for personalized teacher created instructions.The third .
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
Southeast Asia Full Fill-In Map (Distance Learning Friendly)
With this purchase, you will receive 3 different .pdf document files for a blank Southeast Asia Map to fill in. Using Adobe platforms (not successful on Chromebooks), you can fill in the absolute location of each country (some may be relative location). These do have twelve total type in options inside two separate charts at the bottom.One of the .pdf document provides instructions, and the ability to fill in textbook page numbers.The other .pdf document allows for personalized teacher crea
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
Central Asia and Caucasus Fill-In Map and Chart (Distance Learning Friendly)
With this purchase, you will receive 3 different .pdf document files for a blank Central Asia and the Caucasus Map that is numbered and you're given a chart to fill in. Using Chromebook platforms (or any .pdf platforms), you can fill in the absolute location of each country (some may be relative location). One of the .pdf document provides instructions, and the ability to fill in textbook page numbers.The other .pdf document allows for personalized teacher created instructions.The third .pdf pro
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Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
United States Full Fill-In Map (Distance Learning Friendly)
With this purchase, you will receive 3 different .pdf document files for a blank United States Map to fill in. Using Adobe platforms (not successful on Chromebooks), you can fill in the absolute location of each state (some may be relative location). One of the .pdf document provides instructions, and the ability to fill in textbook page numbers.The other .pdf document allows for personalized teacher created instructions.The third .pdf provides the answers for you.States/Regions Included:
Grades:
Not Grade Specific
United States Fill-In Map and Chart (Distance Learning Friendly)
With this purchase, you will receive 3 different .pdf document files for a blank United States Map that is numbered and you're given a chart to fill in. Using Chromebook platforms (or any .pdf platforms), you can fill in the absolute location of each state (some may be relative location). One of the .pdf document provides instructions, and the ability to fill in textbook page numbers.The other .pdf document allows for personalized teacher created instructions.The third .pdf provides the answers
Grades:
Not Grade Specific
Europe Fill-In Map and Chart (Distance Learning Friendly)
With this purchase, you will receive 3 different .pdf document files for a blank Europe Map that is numbered and you're given a chart to fill in. Using Chromebook platforms (or any .pdf platforms), you can fill in the absolute location of each country (some may be relative location). One of the .pdf document provides instructions, and the ability to fill in textbook page numbers.The other .pdf document allows for personalized teacher created instructions.The third .pdf provides the answers for y
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
Africa Full Fill-In Map (Distance Learning Friendly)
With this purchase, you will receive 3 different .pdf document files for a blank Africa Map to fill in. Using Adobe platforms (not successful on Chromebooks), you can fill in the absolute location of each country (some may be relative location). One of the .pdf document provides instructions, and the ability to fill in textbook page numbers.The other .pdf document allows for personalized teacher created instructions.The third .pdf provides the answers for you.Countries/Regions Included: Al
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
Africa Fill-In Map and Chart (Distance Learning Friendly)
With this purchase, you will receive 3 different .pdf document files for a blank Africa Map that is numbered and you're given a chart to fill in. Using Chromebook platforms (or any .pdf platforms), you can fill in the absolute location of each country (some may be relative location). One of the .pdf document provides instructions, and the ability to fill in textbook page numbers.The other .pdf document allows for personalized teacher created instructions.The third .pdf provides the answers for y
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
Southwest Asia (Middle East) Fill-In Map and Chart (Distance Learning Friendly)
With this purchase, you will receive 3 different .pdf document files for a blank East Asia Map that is numbered and you're given a chart to fill in. Using Chromebook platforms (or any .pdf platforms), you can fill in the absolute location of each country (some may be relative location). One of the .pdf document provides instructions, and the ability to fill in textbook page numbers.The other .pdf document allows for personalized teacher created instructions.The third .pdf provides the answers fo
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Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
College Investigations for K-5 Students
As educators, we have the responsibility to inspire K-5 students to realize college readiness starts now!
12 weeks of mini college focus facts and interactive investigations.
These colleges are generally NC COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES and some SC colleges.
There is a daily fact for each college focus and a class investigation challenge whereas students learn to access and use hyperlinks.
Class Investigation Template also provided.
Grades:
K - 8th
Canada Full Fill-In Map (Distance Learning Friendly)
With this purchase, you will receive 3 different .pdf document files for a blank Canada Map to fill in. Using Adobe platforms (not successful on Chromebooks), you can fill in the absolute location of each province (some may be relative location). These do have three type in options inside a chart at the bottom. One of the .pdf document provides instructions, and the ability to fill in textbook page numbers.The other .pdf document allows for personalized teacher created instructions.The thir
Grades:
5th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
Canada Fill-In Map and Chart (Distance Learning Friendly)
With this purchase, you will receive 3 different .pdf document files for a blank Canada Map that is numbered and you're given a chart to fill in. Using Chromebook platforms (or any .pdf platforms), you can fill in the absolute location of each province (some may be relative location). One of the .pdf document provides instructions, and the ability to fill in textbook page numbers.The other .pdf document allows for personalized teacher created instructions.The third .pdf provides the answers for
Grades:
5th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
Central America and Caribbean Full Fill-In Map (Distance Learning Friendly)
With this purchase, you will receive 3 different .pdf document files for a blank Central America and Caribbean Map to fill in. Using Adobe platforms (not successful on Chromebooks), you can fill in the absolute location of each country (some may be relative location). These do have six type in options inside a chart at the bottom. One of the .pdf document provides instructions, and the ability to fill in textbook page numbers.The other .pdf document allows for personalized teacher created i
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
South America Fill-In Map and Chart (Distance Learning Friendly)
With this purchase, you will receive 3 different .pdf document files for a blank Central America and the Caribbean Map that is numbered and you're given a chart to fill in. Using Chromebook platforms (or any .pdf platforms), you can fill in the absolute location of each country (some may be relative location). One of the .pdf document provides instructions, and the ability to fill in textbook page numbers.The other .pdf document allows for personalized teacher created instructions.The third .pdf
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
Southeast Asia Fill-In Map and Chart (Distance Learning Friendly)
With this purchase, you will receive 3 different .pdf document files for a blank Southeast Asia Map that is numbered and you're given a chart to fill in. Using Chromebook platforms (or any .pdf platforms), you can fill in the absolute location of each country (some may be relative location). One of the .pdf document provides instructions, and the ability to fill in textbook page numbers.The other .pdf document allows for personalized teacher created instructions.The third .pdf provides the answe
Grades:
6th - 12th
Southwest Asia (Middle East) Full Fill-In Map (Distance Learning Friendly)
With this purchase, you will receive 3 different .pdf document files for a blank Southwest Asia (Middle East) Map to fill in. Using Adobe platforms (not successful on Chromebooks), you can fill in the absolute location of each country (some may be relative location). These do have twelve total type in options inside two separate charts at the bottom. One of the .pdf document provides instructions, and the ability to fill in textbook page numbers.The other .pdf document allows for personaliz
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
South America Full Fill-In Map (Distance Learning Friendly)
With this purchase, you will receive 3 different .pdf document files for a blank South America Map to fill in. Using Adobe platforms (not successful on Chromebooks), you can fill in the absolute location of each country (some may be relative location). These do have two type in options inside a chart at the bottom. One of the .pdf document provides instructions, and the ability to fill in textbook page numbers.The other .pdf document allows for personalized teacher created instructions.The
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
Central Asia and the Caucasus Full Fill-In Map (Distance Learning Friendly)
With this purchase, you will receive 3 different .pdf document files for a blank Central Asia and the Caucasus Map to fill in. Using Adobe platforms (not successful on Chromebooks), you can fill in the absolute location of each country (some may be relative location). These do have six type in options inside a chart at the bottom. One of the .pdf document provides instructions, and the ability to fill in textbook page numbers.The other .pdf document allows for personalized teacher created i
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
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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.
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