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2nd grade social studies unit plans on sale
World Traveler Unit - Explore 23 Countries and Cultures
Explore 23 different countries with over 200 pages of activities: Kenya, Tanzania, Egypt, Spain, Ireland, Italy, England, Germany, Netherlands, Sweden, Poland, Russia, China, Japan, Korea, The Philippines, Israel, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, USA, Peru, Australia, and New Zealand. Download the preview for a closer look at what is included.Start the journey off with a passport book and collect stamps from countries as you learn about them. Each country comes with:Colored fact pageJournal printableFolda
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K - 3rd
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American Symbols - A Social Studies Unit for Kindergarten and First Grade
This unit plan is designed to teach young children about American Symbols. There is a lesson snapshot with learning goals aligned with the kindergarten common core standards for all activities listed below. I have included a few different versions of the social studies activities to enable differentiated instruction for different grades and levels. Download the preview to get a free sample! Here's whats included:Social Studies: Each topic comes with a fact page as well as 2 graphic organizersThe
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K - 3rd
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Also included in: America BUNDLE
Mardi Gras Unit History, Tradition and Culture Activities Bundle
This HUGE Mardi Gras Unit Bundle is great for either ELA or a Social Studies class! It’s a great resource for a complete unit or as a supplement for any Mardi Gras unit. You will have lots of resources and options to choose from while teaching your Mardi Gras unit. Most importantly, your students will love the variety of activities, and you will too!No Prep Resource! Print & copy, that’s it!Included in this resource: Student Tested & Approved! Focus Content: What it is, Basics, History,
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2nd - 4th
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Alberta Social Studies Grades 2 & 3 Full Year Split Grade $AVINGS BUNDLE
Alberta Grade 2 and 3 Social Studies, perfect if you teach split grades!⭐️DOWNLOAD THE PREVIEW & TRY BEFORE YOU BUY!⭐️Alberta Grade 2 Social Studies: Communities in CanadaThis teacher resource has been helps students gain an understanding and appreciation of Canada’s Dynamic Communities as well as A Community in the Past.The lessons are designed to involve tactile participation and knowledge application while providing opportunities to connect ideas between topics and school subjects.Extensi
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2nd - 3rd
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Money Doesn't Grow on Trees-Basic MoneyTalk for Grades K-6th Financial Responsi
Money Doesn’t Grow On Trees-Basic Money Talk for Grades K-6 is the first in a series of Lapbooks from Knowledge Box Central that is designed to teach financial responsibility values starting at a young age. This is not your typical ‘money lapbook’. In order for children to grow up to be self-sufficient and responsible in their finances, we must instill basic concepts, that sometimes, up until now, have not been taught, or even discussed, in the home or at school. With this Lapbook and Study Guid
Grades:
K - 6th
Alberta Science and Social Studies Grade 1/2 - 4 Workbook $AVINGS BUNDLE
This BUNDLE includes 4 workbooks. Two for Science and Two for Social Studies.Covering the grades 1 and 2 Alberta Curriculum⭐️DOWNLOAD THE PREVIEW & TRY A LESSON FROM EACH!⭐️The preview includes an introduction and teacher notes!**************************************************************************************************Alberta Grade 1 Social Studies: Citizenship: Belonging and ConnectingUnit 1: My World: Home, School, and CommunitySetting the Foundation – Families and Communities in Can
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1st - 2nd
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Ontario Grade 2/3 Social Studies 4 Book $avings Bundle!
SAVE TIME with PREP with this BUNDLE. It contains FOUR independent Social Studies workbooks for Grade 2/3 students. Each workbook meets the Ontario Curriculum expectations for the Social Studies.Units included:Global CommunitiesChanging Family and Community TraditionsCommunities in Canada 1780-1850Living & Working in OntarioAll workbooks together total over 200 pages of student activities & worksheets! Lesson Plans for reach topic includes the learning expectation, success criteria, mate
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2nd - 3rd
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American History: Founding of America Pack (Worksheets, Bookmarks, Writing)
American History Pack : Founding of our Country
This download includes worksheets, writing papers, and bookmarks sure to delight your students during the study of America's founding. There are 19 pages of fun here!
★ Please Note: This resource is included in my Ultimate Grades 2-6 Bundle HERE.
This pack includes:
3 - Fill in the blank worksheets
1 - Definition matching worksheet
2 - Decorative Color & Write pages
1 - Decorative Writing Page (with color)
5 - Fill in the "facts" workshe
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in: Ultimate Grades 2 - 6 Bundle
Australia Day Lesson Plans Bundle: Engaging Activities for All Grades!January 26
Australia Day Lesson Plans Bundle: Engaging Activities for All Grades!Elevate your Australia Day celebrations with our versatile bundle! Tailored for Kindergarten to High School, this collection includes engaging lesson plans and activities, coloring pages, and overview worksheets. Perfect for educators seeking a seamless and educational experience for students of all ages. Make this Australia Day memorable with our comprehensive bundle!
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K - 12th, Higher Education
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Mardi Gras Unit History, Tradition and Cultural Acitivites
This awesome Mardi Gras Unit is great for either ELA or a Social Studies class! It’s a great resource for a complete unit or as a supplement for any Mardi Gras unit. You will have lots of resources and options to choose from while teaching your Mardi Gras unit. Most of all, your students will love the variety of activities, and you will too!No Prep Resource! Print & copy, that’s it! 87 pages Note: This resource is part of a bundle!Included in this resource: Student Tested & Approved! Foc
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Mardi Gras Unit History, Tradition and Culture Activities Bundle
MLK Day Educational Bundle: Lessons Plan, ‘Dream’ Excerpts, Legacy Analysis/ BHM
Black History MonthBHMMLK Day Educational Bundle: Lessons Plan, ‘Dream’ Excerpts, Legacy AnalysisCelebrate MLK Day with our curated bundle! Engage elementary, middle, and high school students with lesson plans, ‘’Dream’’ excerpts, and an overview of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s inspiring life. High schoolers can analyze the iconic ‘I Have a Dream’ speech with a quiz. Ignite discussions on equality, justice, and Dr.King’s lasting legacy in this comprehensive educational package.
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1st - 12th, Higher Education
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Little House - On the Banks of Plum Creek Lapbook / Interactive Notebook
Laura explored the area around her new home. There was the creek, and the plum thickets, and miles and miles of grass. She ran around a bend in the path, and then she saw a door. A door standing straight up in the grassy bank. The whole house was underground! Years later, when all that was left of that underground house was an indentation in the creek bank, Laura wrote down her memories to share with the children of today. Teach your children about America's wonderful pioneering past with
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2nd - 8th
Economics | Producers & Consumers | Goods & Services | Supply & Demand Activity
With this brief introductory unit, you can say goodbye to the stress of lesson planning and begin teaching AND learning economics with ease! With the help of this interesting tool, teaching economics will be simple, enjoyable, and very successful! The fundamentals of economics, including money, needs and wants, products and services, producers and consumers, and supply and demand, will be taught to your students.There are interesting lesson plans that include potential extension activities. You
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2nd - 5th
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I am George Washington Book Companion Biography Study
Let’s Read I am George Washington! I am George Washington book study!Learn about the life of George Washington through I am George Washington by Brad Meltzer. Founding father, first president of the United States, and influential historical figure, George Washington’s life and legacy are explored in this engaging text. Learn more about George Washington through this complete picture book companion and study with 15+ informative, creative, and flexible activities sure to inspire your learners!
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2nd - 4th
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Social Studies Unit: The First Americans and the 13 Colonies
* FULL learning guide* 1 Week of Material* Videos included* Appropriate for PK-2
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PreK - 2nd
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Presidents’ Day Lesson Plans Bundle: Educational Activities for All Ages/ K-12th
Presidents’ Day Lesson Plans Bundle: Educational Activities for All AgesCelebrate Presidents’ Day with our comprehensive lesson plans tailored for students from kindergarten through high school. Each plan explores the history, significance, and values associated with the holiday through engaging activities and discussions, fostering a deeper understanding of presidential leadership.
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K - 12th, Staff
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Black History Month Lesson Plan Bundle for All Ages:Empower,Educate/February BHM
Black History Month Lesson Plan Bundle for All Ages: Engage, Empower, Educate / February BHMComprehensive Black History Month Lesson Plan for Every Grade LevelFebruary BHMUnlock a powerful educational experience with our Black History Month Lesson Plan Bundle! Tailored for kindergarten through High School, these plans celebrate the rich tapestry of Black history. Engage students with age-appropriate activities, fostering awareness and critical thinking. Make this February meaningful. Formats Inc
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K - 12th, Higher Education
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Alberta Science and Social Studies Grade 2/3 - 4 Workbook $AVINGS BUNDLE
This BUNDLE includes 4 workbooks. Two for Science and Two for Social Studies.Covering the grades 2 and 3 Alberta Curriculum⭐️DOWNLOAD THE PREVIEW & TRY A LESSON FROM EACH!⭐️The preview includes an introduction and teacher notes!*********************************************************************************************************ALBERTA GRADE 2Communities in CanadaUnit 1: Canada's Dynamic CommunitiesLocal Geography, Local IdentityAn Inuit CommunityAn Acadian CommunityA Prairie CommunityCan
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2nd - 3rd
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Ontario Grade 2 Science & Social Studies Curriculum 5 Book Savings Bundle!
Three Science & Two Social Studies books = A YEAR OF CURRICULUM COVERED!SCIENCE:1. Physical Science:The experiments in this book fall under seventeen topics that relate to four aspects of physical science: Movement: Properties of Solids, Liquids, and Gases; Buoyancy and Boats; Magnets; and Hot and Cold Temperature. 2. Earth Science: The experiments in this book fall under twelve topics that relate to two aspects of earth Science: Exploring Soils in the Environment, Rocks and Minerals, and S
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2nd
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Ontario Grade 1/2 Social Studies 4 Book $avings Bundle!
SAVE TIME with PREP with this BUNDLE. It contains FOUR independent Social Studies workbooks for Grade 1/2 students. Each workbook meets the Ontario Curriculum expectations for the Social Studies.Units included: The Local CommunityChanging Roles and ResponsibilitiesGlobal Communities Changing Family and Community TraditionsAll workbooks together total over 200 pages of student activities & worksheets! Lesson Plans for reach topic includes the learning expectation, success criteria, materials
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1st - 2nd
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Social Studies Instructional Unit Plan Me in My World
7 WEEKS OF INTERACTIVE LESSONS These are the instructional slides that match the homework/asynchronous/student-friendly slides listed individually throughout my store. Topics include: All About Me, All Are Welcome, My Classroom Community, Introduction to Maps, Maps Continued, Introduction to Africa, Africa Continued
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PreK - 2nd
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Teach Town/EnCore Unit 6 Jobs in the Community Supplemental Social Studies
Supplemental slides that correspond to Unit 6 Jobs in the Community Social Studies lesson segments.
Grades:
K - 2nd
Also included in: Teach Town/EnCore Unit 6 Jobs in the Community Bundle
Teach Town/EnCore Unit 11 Safety in The Community Supplemental Social Studies
Supplemental slides that correspond with Unit 11 Safety in the Community Social Studies lesson segments.
Grades:
K - 2nd
Teach Town/EnCore Unit 6 Today I Am Supplemental Social Studies
Supplemental slides that correspond to Unit 6 Today I Am Social Studies lesson segments.
Grades:
K - 2nd
Also included in: Teach Town/EnCore Supplemental Unit 6 Today I Am Bundle
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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.
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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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