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Preview of Celebrations & Holidays Around the World Lessons, Crafts, Passages - Christmas

Celebrations & Holidays Around the World Lessons, Crafts, Passages - Christmas

Created by
Deanna Jump
Are you looking to teach your students about celebrations and holidays around the world? This unit includes a study of 16 different celebrations and holidays around the world, where you and your students will “travel around the world” and see how other countries celebrate holidays.  These holidays around the world crafts, passages, powerpoints and response pages will help your students have a better understanding of the world and the many cultures around the globe. You can use the PowerPoint wi
Preview of NATIVE AMERICAN THEMATIC UNIT

NATIVE AMERICAN THEMATIC UNIT

A fun, engaging way to learn all about the different Native American tribes is by using this Native American Social Studies Unit!This product includes a variety of resources while teaching a Native American thematic unit. Resources are included for social studies, read aloud lessons, whole group or small group instruction, as well as, literacy and math centers!THIS RESOURCE INCLUDES:Science/Social Studies Lesson Plans Use these lesson plans to GUIDE your thematic Native American unit. Native A
Preview of Kindergarten Reading, Writing, Phonics Lesson Plans - ELA Common Core Bundle

Kindergarten Reading, Writing, Phonics Lesson Plans - ELA Common Core Bundle

Are you looking for kindergarten lesson plans, worksheets, reading passages, and activities that cover reading, writing, phonics, and more for the whole year? This bundle provides you with lesson plans for reading, writing, and phonics, plus supplemental activities for students to practice their language, foundational skills, and speaking and listening skills. Kindergarten Skills Covered: Reading Literature (fiction reading)Reading Informational (nonfiction reading) WritingLanguage & Grammar
Preview of Holidays Around The World | Christmas In Germany | Comprehension, Crafts & More!

Holidays Around The World | Christmas In Germany | Comprehension, Crafts & More!

Created by
Tweet Resources
We are thrilled to introduce our Germany in Christmas Resource Packet from our best selling "Holidays Around the World" series, designed to bring the magic of Christmas in Germany into your classroom. This no prep holidays printables package is a fantastic opportunity for your students to embark on a cultural journey and learn about holiday traditions from around the world.Understanding and appreciating celebrations from different cultures is not only educational but also incredibly enriching. I
Preview of November Unit: Math, Literacy, and So Much More!

November Unit: Math, Literacy, and So Much More!

All you need for November! This packet includes:-Class graphic organizers-KWL and Bubble Maps-Matching organizers for the students-Venn Diagrams comparing children of today to children of the past as well as one comparing Native Americans and Pilgrims-Labeling Activities-Vocabulary Words-November Writing Notebook with table of contents and multiple writing pages to choose formReading Activities:-Thanks: Beginning Sound Pocket Chart Activity-Thanksgiving Day: Class book with matching independent
Preview of Pumpkin Life Cycle Craft | From Seed to Pumpkin | Life Cycle of a Pumpkin

Pumpkin Life Cycle Craft | From Seed to Pumpkin | Life Cycle of a Pumpkin

Created by
Sweet Sensations
Looking for a fun way to learn about the pumpkin life cycle to fit in with your seasonal fun studies? This cute pumpkin book is also a 3D craft! A fun and engaging way to learn about or reinforce the life cycle of a pumpkin for students and a great opportunity to practice and refine those all important fine motor skills. Students cut, color and trace over words on 6 pages that are glued together to make a pumpkin!An educational decorative centerpiece for your students' Thanksgiving tables!Not
Preview of Kindergarten Reading Comprehension Passages & Questions, RL RI Units, Worksheets

Kindergarten Reading Comprehension Passages & Questions, RL RI Units, Worksheets

Are you looking for the perfect set of Reading units for kindergarten? These Kindergarten reading units include lessons, reading passages, activities, and more for all Common Core reading standards. This Reading Literature and Reading Informational Kindergarten Unit Bundle includes 17 different standards-based units for the ELA domain. These RL and RI units cover all fiction and nonfiction skills! They include lesson plans, printable worksheets, passages, and small group activities.These two bun
Preview of Kindergarten Common Core Standards I Can Statements Posters Bundle

Kindergarten Common Core Standards I Can Statements Posters Bundle

Save a ton of time by buying our FULL PAGE SIZE pre-made Common Core I Can Statements. ~~~THESE ARE NOT THE FLORIDA STANDARDS!!!~~~You can find the Florida Standards by clicking here.DOWNLOAD PREVIEW FILEDownload the preview file for a sample view of this resource, an explanation of the color coding system, as well as ideas for printing and displaying the posters. Please view the preview file prior to purchasing so there are no surprises.What's Included?→ Teacher's Guide with example display o
Preview of Dinosaur Activities for Kindergarten

Dinosaur Activities for Kindergarten

Looking for a comprehensive dinosaur unit that keeps your preschool or kindergarten students engaged?Here it is!This unit is full of dinosaur and paleontology activities and lesson plans that will guide you through every step of the way.Easy to implement!Includes:All About Dinosaurs Anchor ChartDinosaur Information Pages (teacher and student versions)Book Activity: If The Dinosaurs Came Back by Bernard MostMy Dinosaur Research BookHerbivore/Carnivore cut and glue activityWhat is a Paleontologist
Preview of Day of the Dead Día de los Muertos for Kindergarten

Day of the Dead Día de los Muertos for Kindergarten

This product is a great way for your students to learn about Día de los Muertos / Day of the Dead. It contains everything you need and more for a COMPLETE LESSON on Day of the Dead! We have made this packet easy for you to use by including:•Digital slideshow on Google Slides (beautiful and informative)•Differentiated writing templates•Fun and easy to read Day of Dead digital and printable bookUse the slideshow as your mini lesson, then do one or more of the writing templates and/or printable bo
Preview of Thomas Jefferson Printable Reader for Kindergarten and First Grade

Thomas Jefferson Printable Reader for Kindergarten and First Grade

Created by
Teacherbivore
This product includes 1 printable "All About Thomas Jefferson" reader ideal for Kindergarten and First Grade students. 2 versions of the reader are included - full color and black/white. Reader is 10 pages long (including front cover) and has a coloring activity on each page for students to complete.These readers are great for introducing new topics in a fun way throughout the year. My Kinders love having their own books they can color, keep in their book boxes, and eventually take home to share
Preview of Close Reading in Kindergarten and 1st Grade | Comprehension

Close Reading in Kindergarten and 1st Grade | Comprehension

Created by
Aylin Claahsen
This resource includes all the materials you need to incorporate Close Reading into your Kindergarten or 1st grade classroom- you just need to add a book! The materials focus on specific ELA standards for Kindergarten and 1st grade. Students will have the opportunity to dig deeper and show true comprehension through responses to provided prompts, and through completion of graphic organizers, where they use specific evidence from the text. This is a great resource to use during any time of year
Preview of Veterans Day for Kindergarten and 1st Grade / Presentation and Activities

Veterans Day for Kindergarten and 1st Grade / Presentation and Activities

This product is a great way for your students to learn about veterans, the military, and Veterans Day. It contains everything you need and more for a COMPLETE LESSON on Veterans Day! We have made this packet easy for you to use by including: •Google Slide Presentation•Differentiated writing templates (letters, reflection pages, coloring page)•Fun and easy to read Veterans Day printable bookUse the slideshow as your mini lesson, then do one or more of the writing templates and/or printable book.
Preview of Rodeo Activities - Rodeo Cowboys - Western - Texas History

Rodeo Activities - Rodeo Cowboys - Western - Texas History

Created by
The Fun Factory
Rodeo activities! Do you take your Kindergarten or 1st-grade students to the Rodeo or teach a western or Texas History unit? Rodeo activities with western cowboys and cowgirls are all here in this fun, 75-page informational text with differentiated activities using real photos. Perfect for Rodeo Day! There are 2 levels of emergent readers. Students practice using nouns and verbs, sight words (high-frequency words), counting, and writing. Digital version is available.There is a digital Google S
Preview of Presidential Learning Fun: President's Day Sort w/ Cut-and-Paste Practice Pages

Presidential Learning Fun: President's Day Sort w/ Cut-and-Paste Practice Pages

Get ready to dive into U.S. history with our Presidential Learning Fun: President's Day Sort w/ Cut-and-Paste Practice Pages! This supercharged resource is perfect for President's Day and will have your students engaged and excited about learning. With our George Washington and Abraham Lincoln sorting activity, students will explore presidential facts like never before. The pocket chart sort cards feature labeled pictures and text, making it easy for students to understand and remember important
Preview of American Symbols

American Symbols

Created by
YoungMinds123
These American Symbols student books can be used to supplement your American Symbols unit. Color and Blackline Masters are included. There is also a smaller student flipbook. STUDENT BOOKS: Student Book Cover Statue of Liberty Bald Eagle American Flag White House Liberty Bell USA Back Cover of Book STUDENT FLIPBOOK: Student Book Cover Statue of Liberty Bald Eagle American Flag White House Liberty Bell Please follow Young Minds 123 for new products and your feedback is always appreciated.
Preview of Common Core Standards I Can Statements for Kindergarten - ELA & MATH Bundle

Common Core Standards I Can Statements for Kindergarten - ELA & MATH Bundle

Every Kindergarten Math and ELA learning objective is included in this huge EDITABLE bundle of student-friendly "I can" statements aligned to the Common Core Standards. In this resource, you will find every ELA & MATH standard for kindergarten rewritten as an I Can statement. This resource has recently been fully updated. You will receive the original and updated versions of every single standard to choose from!As an experienced evaluator, I know the importance of having standards written in
Preview of Ben Franklin Activity Pack {Kindergarten/First Grade}

Ben Franklin Activity Pack {Kindergarten/First Grade}

Created by
Teacherbivore
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
Preview of Thanksgiving Unit for Kindergarten and First Grade

Thanksgiving Unit for Kindergarten and First Grade

Digital Thanksgiving google slideshows, lesson plans and differentiated writing templates included in this product! This Social Studies unit is a great way to teach your students Pre-k through 1st all about Thanksgiving. This 3 day unit focuses on The First Thanksgiving, How People Celebrate Thanksgiving, and Being Thankful. The digital slideshows make it fun and engaging for kids. Included in this unit:detailed lesson plans for 3 days with objectives and vocabulary3 google slideshows for 3 sep
Preview of Spring Close Reading Passages with Comprehension Questions and Lesson Plans

Spring Close Reading Passages with Comprehension Questions and Lesson Plans

Created by
Aylin Claahsen
This resource includes spring close reading passages, with specific ELA standards for Kindergarten and 1st grade covered in the comprehension activities. The activities are great for getting students to dig deeper while using these close reading passages. Students will have the opportunity to dig deeper and show true comprehension of each close reading passage through completion of the graphic organizers, by providing specific evidence from the text.This pack is a great resource to use during th
Preview of Kindergarten Common Core I Can Statements Posters

Kindergarten Common Core I Can Statements Posters

CCSS Kid Friendly Illustrated I Can Statements Posters - Save a ton of time by buying our HALF PAGE SIZE pre-made Common Core I Can Statements. DOWNLOAD PREVIEW FILEDownload the preview file for a sample view of this resource, an explanation of the mini posters, as well as ideas for printing and displaying the posters. Please view the preview file prior to purchasing so there are no surprises.What's Included?- Teacher's Guide with example display options and ideas- Title poster options for wal
Preview of Common Core Standards Checklist - Kindergarten ELA & Math Bundle

Common Core Standards Checklist - Kindergarten ELA & Math Bundle

Common Core Checklist - Kindergarten ELA & Math Included in this Common Core Checklist is an editable Excel spreadsheet and two editable, printable Word documents. The Excel and Word documents contain the same Common Core checklist content, in two different formats. Use one or both, whatever you prefer!The one Common Core resource you need to keep you organized all year long! Save yourself tons of precious time and keep all your data in ONE PLACE!The standards are listed exactly as written
Preview of Kindergarten Reading Informational Text RI Bundle Nonfiction Reading Activities

Kindergarten Reading Informational Text RI Bundle Nonfiction Reading Activities

This Kindergarten Reading Nonfiction Bundle includes 9 different standards-based units for the ELA informational (RI) domain. They include lesson plans, printable worksheets, passages, and small group activities. If you are not a CCSS school, these are still essential skills for a kindergartner to have. What kindergarten reading units are included in the bundle? Ask and Answer Questions RI.K.1Main Topic RI.K.2Making Connections RI.K.3Unknown Words and Context Clues RI.K.4Parts of a Book RI.K.5Au
Preview of Presidents' Day Activities & Craft George Washington Abraham Lincoln 1st Grade

Presidents' Day Activities & Craft George Washington Abraham Lincoln 1st Grade

Created by
Firstieland
Wondering how to teach your K-1 students about Presidents' Day in an age-appropriate way? This hands-on unit has everything you need with non-fiction google slides, writing templates, vocabulary cards, assessments, and craft book. Students will love learning about this patriotic holiday and the jobs of the president. Combine your social studies and writing standards with this complete unit that includes non-fiction Google slides, pre and post-assessments, no prep worksheets, a mini book, graphi
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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.

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.