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4th grade social studies homeschool curricula $5-10
Government Unit {3 branches of government, informational text, assess. & more}
After searching for a FUN, INTERACTIVE, and KID-FRIENDLY unit on the U.S. Government and not finding exactly what I was looking for, I decided to create my own. This unit has sample lesson plans, reading passages for each topic , interactive notebook activities that go along with each reading passage, and even a Unit Assessment. Take a look at the preview for a sampling of what is inside this resource.The topics covered are as follows:*Why is government important?*What are the 3 levels of govern
Grades:
2nd - 4th
California Missions Overview Informational Reading & Activities
Most information on the California Missions is too detailed, difficult or overwhelming for 4th graders. Our Mission Overview Text is engaging for kids and works as a companion for individual mission projects. This flexible but comprehensive unit works for shorter time frames and includes all necessary background information, a writing assignment based on the text, and a visual arts component suitable for classroom display.Topics covered: Purpose of California missions, construction and locations
Grades:
3rd - 7th
50 States Project- Research Project | Report {with grading rubric}
Have your students been learning about the 5 REGIONS OF THE UNITED STATES or are you simply looking for a FUN RESEARCH project on the 50 STATES? If so, then this might be just the activity you're looking for!With this PRINT & GO RESEARCH PROJECT, each student or group will create a 5-page booklet on one of the 50 States. This project lends itself to independent work, partner work, or even group work. Simply begin by assigning a state, print the parent information letter, and print the pages
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Regions of the United States Bundle & State Research Project with Rubric
Geography Map Skills Unit: Info Text, Int. Notebook, Assess, Quick Checks + More
Help your students develop proficiency in GEOGRAPHY AND MAP SKILLS.With this unit, they will learn to read a compass rose, key/ legends with symbols, and scales on a map. They will also be able to label the 7 continents and 5 oceans on a map, learn the difference between maps and globes and understand the effect of distortion. By the end of this unit, they will also be able to name and identify the purpose of different maps (physical, political, elevation, and population) just to name a few of t
Grades:
3rd - 5th
The Jesse Tree Christmas Advent Project
The Jesse Tree is a chronological Bible story Christmas advent of the scriptural events that occurred before Jesus's birth. There are many ways to participate in this countdown, and I've taken some creative liberty to design a simple version for younger kids. Traditionally this project is done as a Christmas advent, starting on December 1st--but these printable felties are versatile enough to use as a colorful addition to a history timeline, as a family night game of Bible-themed memory or go fi
Grades:
PreK - 6th
United States Geography Unit: Informational Texts, Maps, & Activities US Regions
U.S. Geography Integrated Unit for Upper ElementaryThis integrated unit of study focuses on United States geography and related skills. It includes 8 lessons and activities, including informational texts and a summative test. These reading passages can be used for close reading and reading comprehension, as well as social studies content.Everything needed to teach the material is included - just add pencils and crayons! Lessons included are:1. Latitude & Longitude2. Relative & Absolute
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4th - 6th
Colonial America & the 13 Colonies Unit: Informational Texts, Maps, & Activities
Colonial America Integrated Unit for Upper ElementaryThis integrated unit of study focuses on Colonial America, including Colonial Regions. The unit includes a reading skill lesson (Main Idea), as well as a timeline activity. It includes 8 lessons and activities, including informational texts. A summative test is also included. Everything needed to teach the material is included - just add pencils and crayons! Lessons included are:1. Main Idea2. Timeline3. Early European Colonies in North A
Grades:
4th - 6th
Art History Lesson: Greek Vases
Greek Vases is the third in our Art Exploration through Time Series. Students love exploring and creating with patterns. This lesson is perfect for connecting geometric shapes and patterns through Art! Simple art materials are used for this project, such as black Sharpie markers and orange/brown watercolor paints. This is a terrific project to build your young artist’s confidence and work on some basic drawing skills.This lesson is great for ages 7-12 but any age student with a little guidance w
Grades:
2nd - 6th
Art History Lesson: Cave Art Paintings
Students love creating cave art paintings! Lots of art materials are used for this project. I like to have my students create these projects at the beginning of the year to build their confidence and work on some basic drawing skills. This lesson is great for ages 8--12 but any age student will love creating these cave paintings.The 22 page pdf includes:Step by step full-color photo tutorialsBackground information about cave artVocabulary words and learning objectivesSupplies needed for projectH
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4th - 6th
U.S. Government & Civics Unit Informational Texts, Activities, & Assessment
U.S. Government & Civics Integrated Unit for Upper ElementaryThis integrated unit of study focuses on the United States Government and Civics. The unit includes a reading skill lesson (Summarizing.) It includes 8 lessons and activities, including informational texts. A summative test is also included in the unit. Everything needed to teach the material is included - just add pencils! Lessons included are:1. Summarizing2. Civic Duties & Responsibilities3. Articles of Confederation4. C
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4th - 6th
TRANSCONTINENTAL RAILROAD - Reading Passages & Enrichment Activities
This product contains 8 one-page reading passages covering The Transcontinental Railroad Workers, Life on the Job, Central Pacific Railroad, Union Pacific Railroad, Promontory Summit, Dangers of the Job and more. Perfect for SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS, enrichment learning, homeschool or co-ops!The building of the Transcontinental Railroad was a significant event in American history. In 1863, workers on the Central Pacific Railroad and Union Pacific Railroad began work on what most would consider to be
Grades:
4th - 6th
Also included in: WILD WEST LIFE BUNDLE #2 - Reading Passages & Activities
Medieval Stained Glass Craft and Activity
An activity to enhance your Medieval History unit by exploring stained glass windows by creating something very similar. With four possible window designs, your student can use a plastic transparency sheet to create their own "stained glass window". Also included in this packet is a Stained Glass History page, the outside window edging and a detailed lesson plan to guide you through the activity. You can learn more about how we used this activity in our blog, Medieval Stained Glass Craft.
Grades:
4th - 6th
Also included in: Ancient World History BUNDLE
Europe 50 Countries Study - worksheets with maps and flags for each country
Kids love flags! As they colour in the flags they can learn about the countries the flags belong to and make their very own geography book about the 50 countries in the continent of Europe. One country per page with its flag and map to colour in and information to research: Capital City, Language Spoken, Population, Land Area, Religion and Interesting Facts. An additional page is provided for those who wish to add to their interesting facts.
Free Preview is the worksheet for France - each c
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Grades:
1st - 4th
Communities Resource Pack: Urban, Suburban, and Rural Community
This Communities Resource Pack is meant to enhance your existing unit! If you are looking for an activity or project to spruce up your community unit this might be just what you're looking for.
In this pack you will find the following:
-A List of Literature Recommendations
-My Community Illustration
-My Community Collage
-My Community Facts
-Where Am I?
-Wants and Needs
-Good Citizen vs. Bad Citizen
-Flap Book: Rural, Urban, Suburb
-Types of Communities Cut & Paste Activity
-Types of Commu
Grades:
2nd - 5th
Guess the Explorer Information Cards and Two-Player Game
Research and learn about 20 key world explorers from the Age of Exploration and then review what has been learned by playing the "guess the explorer" game. Each explorer card has key facts such as• explorer nationality• approximate year(s) of exploring• how he explored (by land or sea)• where he went• why he went or what his journey taught other explorers.There is also a page for students to research and fill in about their own explorers, and an organization chart to compare and contrast two exp
Grades:
2nd - 5th
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American Revolution & Revolutionary War Unit: Informational Texts & Activities
American Revolution Integrated Unit for Upper ElementaryThis integrated unit of study focuses on the American Revolution (Author's Purpose), as well as a timeline activity. It includes 8 lessons and activities, including informational texts. A summative test is also included in the unit. Everything needed to teach the material is included - just add pencils! Lessons included are:1. Author’s Purpose2. Timeline3. French & Indian War4. Britain Taxes the Colonies5. The Revolution Begins6. Eff
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Grades:
4th - 6th
California Ranchos Unit Informational Reading Activities Writing Art Project
This California Ranchos Era no-prep unit will give your students an excellent overview of the Mexican Rancho period. Written in a student-friendly and entertaining manner, history will come alive! Student text is included along with 28 text-dependent questions, a writing project and a fun directed drawing art project anyone can do!Topics covered: land grantsdisenos, vaqueroshaciendasfiestas reatas Native Americans during this time periodCalifornia Bank Notesfandangosthe end of the era and more!N
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4th - 6th
Also included in: California Ranchos Informational Reading and Activities & 2 Games Bundle
Africa 55 Countries Study - worksheets with maps and flags for each country
Kids love flags! As they colour in the flags they can learn about the countries the flags belong to and make their very own geography book about the 55 countries in the continent of Africa. One country per page with its flag and map to colour in and information to research: Capital City, Language Spoken, Population, Land Area, Currency, Religion and Interesting Facts. An additional page is provided for those who wish to add to their interesting facts.
Free Preview is the worksheet for South Afr
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Grades:
1st - 4th
Native Americans Unit: Informational Texts, Maps, & Activities
Native Americans Integrated Unit for Upper ElementaryThis integrated unit of study focuses on Native American culture regions. The unit includes a reading skill lesson (Compare and Contrast), as well as a timeline activity. It includes 8 lessons and activities, including informational texts. The unit also includes a summative test. Everything needed to teach the material is included - just add pencils and crayons! Lessons included are:1. Compare & Contrast2. Timeline3. The First North Ame
Grades:
4th - 6th
Art History Lesson: Egyptian Mummy Cases
Egyptian Mummy Cases is the second in our Art Exploration through Time Series. Have you ever seen all the patterns and details on a Mummy Case? What are some of the unique items Ancient Egypt is known for? Come and explore Ancient Egypt and create a beautiful mummy case in the process of learning. This lesson is perfect for reinforcing symmetrical designs and patterns. Simple art materials are used for this project, including colored pencils and black Sharpie markers. This project will build cre
Grades:
2nd - 8th
Age of Exploration & Explorers Unit: Informational Texts, Maps, & Activities
Explorers & Exploration Integrated Unit for Upper ElementaryThis integrated unit of study focuses on the European Exploration of the Americas. The unit includes a reading skill lesson (Cause and Effect), as well as a timeline activity. It includes 8 lessons and activities, including informational texts. The unit also includes a summative test. Everything needed to teach the material is included - just add pencils and crayons! Lessons included are:1. Cause & Effect2. Timeline3. Trade w
Grades:
4th - 6th
South America 12 Countries Study - worksheets flags and maps for each country
Kids love flags! As they colour in the flags they can learn about the countries the flags belong to and make their very own geography book about the 12 countries in the continent of South America. One country per page with its flag and map to colour in and information to research: Capital City, Language Spoken, Population, Land Area, Currency, Religion and Interesting Facts. An additional page is provided for those who wish to add to their interesting facts.
Free Preview is the worksheet for Ar
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Grades:
1st - 4th
WILD WEST OUTLAWS AND LAWMEN - Reading Passages and Enrichment Activities
11 reading passages cover Outlaws, Lawmen (Sheriffs and Marshals), Billy the Kid, Jesse James, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, Wild Bill Hickok, Bass Reeves, Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday, the Battle at the OK Corral and more. Classroom and enrichment activities keep students engaged as they learn. Great for use by substitute teachers or for enrichment learning, homeschooling or co-ops!In the early days of western settlement, towns had small populations and law enforcement was almost non-existen
Grades:
4th - 7th
Also included in: WILD WEST LIFE BUNDLE #2 - Reading Passages & Activities
California State Study Notebooking Pages
California State Study Notebooking Pages includes 143 notebooking pages in all. You will find both primary and basic-line options. Some pages include maps and/or illustration boxes. These notebooking pages are designed so your student can create a personalized notebook of California through research and study. Please Note: This is not a curriculum - it's an aid to use alongside your choice of resources.Here’s what’s included:• Cover pages (2 page options)• Basic Facts Page• Where’s Californi
Grades:
3rd - 6th
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