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Preview of Thanksgiving Photo Timeline

Thanksgiving Photo Timeline

Created by
D Conway
Students will learn about the important events leading up to the first Thanksgiving as they complete this photo timeline. Two versions are included, one for upper elementary and one for lower elementary.
Preview of President's Day - Abraham Lincoln Photo Timeline

President's Day - Abraham Lincoln Photo Timeline

Created by
D Conway
Students will learn about the important events in Abraham Lincoln's life as they complete this photo timeline. Two versions are included, one for upper elementary and one for lower elementary.
Preview of Global - Study Guide - Units 1-10/20 - 10th grade

Global - Study Guide - Units 1-10/20 - 10th grade

This packet covers all of the essential vocabulary words and higher-thinking concepts from the first semester of the New York State 10th grade Global (World) History curriculum. It is 100% Regents-aligned.It is a 10-page graphic organizer with visuals, graphs, maps, questions and vocal words that have all appeared on past New York State Regents Exams. It is guaranteed to ensure dramatic success on my corresponding Regents quizzes for Units 1-10.Units covered in this packet are Unit 1 (The Scient
Preview of Georgia Social Studies 7th Grade Standard Maps

Georgia Social Studies 7th Grade Standard Maps

Created by
CURIOUS CAT
CHECK OUT THIS SUPER MONEY SAVER COMBO PACKhttp://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Combo-Pack-Georgia-Social-Studies-6th-and-7th-Grade-Standard-Maps-692718This is a series of maps (answer keys and class presentation question pages) in PowerPoint format. The maps are specific to:Georgia StandardsSixth 7th GradeSocial StudiesPhysical FeaturesPolitical FeaturesAfrica, Southwest Asia (Middle East), Southern and Eastern AsiaThis will help teach the features and quiz whole class about the features
Preview of Georgia Social Studies 6th Grade Standard Maps

Georgia Social Studies 6th Grade Standard Maps

Created by
CURIOUS CAT
CHECK OUT THIS SUPER MONEY SAVER COMBO PACKhttp://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Combo-Pack-Georgia-Social-Studies-6th-and-7th-Grade-Standard-Maps-692718This is a series of maps (answer keys and class presentation question pages) in PowerPoint format. The maps are specific to:Georgia StandardsSixth 6th GradeSocial StudiesPhysical FeaturesPolitical FeaturesEurope, Latin America, Canada, and AustraliaThis will help teach the features and quiz whole class about the features. This is GOOD stu
Preview of FREE Blank Timeline for World History, US History, United States History

FREE Blank Timeline for World History, US History, United States History

Created by
Lawshe Education
Free Timeline Worksheet.Give students a list of events to include on their timeline. Have them include the name of the event, the date, and a brief description. I tell my students that they get bonus points for illustrating, but not required as some students are not confident in their artistic abilities. Although I've had some awesome stick figure illustrations! How will this help me and my students?Save yourself time by purchasing this ready-made high-quality resourceEngage students with easy t
Preview of Rhetorical Analysis SPACECAT graphic organizer for 3-minute Ted Talks

Rhetorical Analysis SPACECAT graphic organizer for 3-minute Ted Talks

**This resource is also available in the Rhetorical Analysis Unit Bundle!This resource helps students think through all aspects of rhetorical analysis using the SPACECAT acronym (similar to SOAPSTone - below). I've linked in 4 different 3-minute Ted Talks, so that students can apply their knowledge of SPACECAT and analyze in short sprints. Students love the length of the Ted Talks as an easy entry to speech analysis. The chart helps students organize their analysis with questions to prompt their
Preview of Transportation: Land, Air, and Water Sort

Transportation: Land, Air, and Water Sort

Created by
Kristen Campbell
This is a great activity for students to work on in centers or when they have finished their work early. If students cannot yet read, instruct the students in finding the beginning sound of each label or use the pictures of land, air, and water instead of the labels. • Cut out and laminate these pictures and labels. Have students sort the pictures by land, air, and water. • Put a magnet on the back of each cut-out. Do the activity as a class on the whiteboard. • You can also print a cop
Preview of U.S. - Study Guide - Units 1-20/37 - 11th grade

U.S. - Study Guide - Units 1-20/37 - 11th grade

100% Regents-Aligned and guaranteed to increase comprehension and test scores! This packet covering a semester's worth of information is well-worth the costThis packet is meant to pair with my US History I reading guide and covers all of the essential vocabulary words and higher-thinking concepts from the first semester of the New York State 11th grade US History curriculum. It is a 20-page graphic organizer with visuals, graphs, maps, questions and vocab words that are 100%-Regents-aligned and
Preview of You Wouldn't Want To Be An AMERICAN COLONIST!     J. Morley SUPER WORKSHEETS

You Wouldn't Want To Be An AMERICAN COLONIST! J. Morley SUPER WORKSHEETS

Created by
CURIOUS CAT
NOTE: In order for the material to be completed, student must have access to original textProduct Description· Multiple Choice Test Questions· Vocabulary Quiz Questions· Key Terms· Word Search Puzzle for Each Book· Cross Word Puzzle for Each Book· Timelines for Each Book· 25 Activities PowerPoint· A Student Bio Book FREE RESOURCES – SAMPLE UNITS1. "You Wouldn’t Want To Live Without Trees"2. "Who Was Jesus"3. "The Holy Bible Board Game"4. “The Cay 225 Content Questions Whiteboard Game” MEGA SAVER
Preview of Common Core Lesson Plan Template

Common Core Lesson Plan Template

Created by
Florence Katz
This template is used for creating lessons that will satisfy the Common Core Standards. With this template, there is no worry about coverage. For example, it covers DOK (depth of knowledge), CCSS, home connect, grouping, extensions, differentiation, reflections, assessment, etc. It also includes a link to common core where you can just copy and paste the appropriate standards. Because of the new state requirements, the template is 3 pages long. That is meant to assist you in putting togethe
Preview of You Wouldn't Want To Be An INCA MUMMY!     Colin Hynson SUPER WORKSHEETS

You Wouldn't Want To Be An INCA MUMMY! Colin Hynson SUPER WORKSHEETS

Created by
CURIOUS CAT
NOTE: In order for the material to be completed, student must have access to original textProduct Description· Multiple Choice Test Questions· Vocabulary Quiz Questions· Key Terms· Word Search Puzzle for Each Book· Cross Word Puzzle for Each Book· Timelines for Each Book· 25 Activities PowerPoint· A Student Bio Book FREE RESOURCES – SAMPLE UNITS1. "You Wouldn’t Want To Live Without Trees"2. "Who Was Jesus"3. "The Holy Bible Board Game"4. “The Cay 225 Content Questions Whiteboard Game” MEGA SAVER
Preview of Social Justice Unit Plan Template: Engage Students and Deepen Learning

Social Justice Unit Plan Template: Engage Students and Deepen Learning

Created by
Phillip Marcus
Imagine sparking your students' outrage, curiosity, and action, not just filling out worksheets. Do you yearn to create lessons that resonate with your 6th-12th graders, lessons that move beyond dry facts and connect to their lived experiences? Are you tired of struggling to weave social justice themes into your curriculum without sacrificing core content?Introducing your secret weapon: a revolutionary unit plan template with an exemplar unit designed with you, the passionate educator, in mind.P
Preview of You Wouldn't Want To Sail With CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS! Macdonald SUPER WORKSHEETS

You Wouldn't Want To Sail With CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS! Macdonald SUPER WORKSHEETS

Created by
CURIOUS CAT
NOTE: In order for the material to be completed, student must have access to original textProduct Description· Multiple Choice Test Questions· Vocabulary Quiz Questions· Key Terms· Word Search Puzzle for Each Book· Cross Word Puzzle for Each Book· Timelines for Each Book· 25 Activities PowerPoint· A Student Bio Book FREE RESOURCES – SAMPLE UNITS1. "You Wouldn’t Want To Live Without Trees"2. "Who Was Jesus"3. "The Holy Bible Board Game"4. “The Cay 225 Content Questions Whiteboard Game” MEGA SAVER
Preview of Canadian Province Maps & Canada Map - 100% Editable

Canadian Province Maps & Canada Map - 100% Editable

Created by
Creative Lab
This resource is 100% EDITABLE using Microsoft PowerPoint. You can add, subtract, or modify any of the content to suit the needs of your students. Great for differentiation!Make mapping engaging and memorable with these Canadian Provincial Maps.Provincial and Country maps can help students visualize the location of cities, lakes, rivers, hills, and valleys. Students also learn about the correct shape, size and location of the provinces. This resource packages includes all Canadian provinces and
Preview of Adolescent Identity Development: Psychology of Erikson and Marcia

Adolescent Identity Development: Psychology of Erikson and Marcia

Created by
Viceceo Learning
It is during the teen years that adolescents start to pull away from their parents to find their own identities. There are many ways to approach the teaching of adolescent identity development, but the one focused on in this unit is the psychology of identity. Through the study of the 8 Stages of Psychosocial Development, a theory by Erik Erikson, and The 4 Statuses of James Marciaś Identity Theory, which adds on to and accompanies Erikso´s theory, students are able to determine in which stage a
Preview of Jane Goodall Lesson Google Slides & Worksheets | Me...Jane Companion Lesson

Jane Goodall Lesson Google Slides & Worksheets | Me...Jane Companion Lesson

This Google Slides lesson is all about Jane Goodall. It includes Google Slides with facts about Jane and discussion questions. It also includes response worksheets kindergarten through 6th grade. Students will learn why Jane Goodall is a change maker. It is great for Women's History month, to enhance your animal theme lessons or as companion lesson to Me..Jane or any other non fiction texts on Jane Goodall.
Preview of Needs and Wants Picture Sort

Needs and Wants Picture Sort

Created by
Kristen Campbell
This is a great picture sort with 8 pictures of needs and 8 pictures of wants. This activity includes labels with pictures for children that cannot read. You can cut out these pictures and laminate them for continued use in the classroom or have students cut these out, sort them, and glue them on paper or a poster. This could be used as a class activity, assessment, homework, or center activity. Use these pictures in a whole group to introduce or review needs and wants, or use them in small grou
Preview of Global - Study Guide - Units 11-20/20 - 10th grade

Global - Study Guide - Units 11-20/20 - 10th grade

This packet covers all of the essential vocabulary words and higher-thinking concepts from the second semester of the New York State 10th grade Global (World) History curriculum. It is 100% Regents-aligned.It is a 10-page graphic organizer with visuals, graphs, maps, questions and vocabulary words. It is guaranteed to ensure dramatic success on my corresponding quizzes for Units 11-20.Units covered in this packet are Unit 11 (World War II), Unit 12 (The Cold War), Unit 13 (The Chinese Revolution
Preview of U.S. - Study Guide - Units 21-37/37 - 11th grade

U.S. - Study Guide - Units 21-37/37 - 11th grade

This packet is meant to pair with my US History II reading guide and covers all of the essential vocabulary words and higher-thinking concepts from the second semester of the New York State 11th grade US History curriculum. 100% Regents-Aligned and guaranteed to increase comprehension and test scores! This packet covering a semester's worth of information is well-worth the cost.It is a 17-page graphic organizer with visuals, graphs, maps, questions and vocal words that are 100%-Regents-aligned a
Preview of You Wouldn't Want To Be An AZTEC SACRIFICE!     Fiona Macdonald SUPER WORKSHEETS

You Wouldn't Want To Be An AZTEC SACRIFICE! Fiona Macdonald SUPER WORKSHEETS

Created by
CURIOUS CAT
NOTE: In order for the material to be completed, student must have access to original textProduct Description· Multiple Choice Test Questions· Vocabulary Quiz Questions· Key Terms· Word Search Puzzle for Each Book· Cross Word Puzzle for Each Book· Timelines for Each Book· 25 Activities PowerPoint· A Student Bio Book FREE RESOURCES – SAMPLE UNITS1. "You Wouldn’t Want To Live Without Trees"2. "Who Was Jesus"3. "The Holy Bible Board Game"4. “The Cay 225 Content Questions Whiteboard Game” MEGA SAVER
Preview of Past and Present Picture Sort

Past and Present Picture Sort

Created by
Kristen Campbell
This picture sort is a great activity when students finish with their work early, to do on the board as a class, or copy and paste the pictures into a Smartboard activity. This works great for remediation or for introducing the topic. It also works well for students who may not test well. Have them do the activity in front of you and use the results as a test grade. Simply, cut out the pictures and labels and laminate the cards. You can also print a copy for each student and have them cut and g
Preview of Affirmative Action in Higher Education - Chart, Summaries, and Court Cases

Affirmative Action in Higher Education - Chart, Summaries, and Court Cases

Created by
Ed Inspirations
This 10 page chart (and 2 page photo gallery) goes over all of the major court cases on affirmative action in higher education and top American high schools. It specifically focuses on our country's history of recognizing diversity on college campuses as a compelling government interest. It further focuses on the various admissions policies (in modern, current times) that schools and universities are using to increase their diversity, equity (within admissions processes), and integration. Thi
Preview of New Year 2024 Vision Board Activity (Canva)

New Year 2024 Vision Board Activity (Canva)

"New Year 2024 Vision Board Activity" – an engaging assignment to guide students in setting meaningful goals for the upcoming year using Canva! This resource empowers students to reflect on their aspirations, utilizing Canva's vision board templates for a visually impactful experience.Encourage thinking beyond academics to include personal growth, hobbies, and community involvement.Foster creativity by allowing students to express goals visually and textually.Included Resources: - An editable Go
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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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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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