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Preview of Geography: Push and Pull Factors on Human Migration (Includes lesson, PP & Game)

Geography: Push and Pull Factors on Human Migration (Includes lesson, PP & Game)

This lesson is easy enough for 5th graders to understand yet works well with students up to grade 12. Modifications can be made as needed. Students need to understand the differences between human migration, emigration, and immigration as well as the push and pull factors that influence migration. This lesson includes:°Introduction to get students thinking°Encourages brainstorming with graphic organizers°An interactive PowerPoint addressing: migration, immigration, emigration, push and pull fact
Preview of Canadian Government Gr. 5-8

Canadian Government Gr. 5-8

Travel back to Confederation to see how Canada became a new nation. Our resource breaks down the responsibilities and parts of the federal government.About this Resource: Recognize that Canada is a democracy and a constitutional monarchy, with the head of state being the King or Queen. Read the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, before writing your own Constitution for a new country. Create a presentation on one of the departments the federal government is responsible for, such as nationa
Preview of Monster Mash:A Study of Mystical Monsters of The World (Geography Halloween)

Monster Mash:A Study of Mystical Monsters of The World (Geography Halloween)

Need a fun and engaging Halloween lesson and activity for 6th grade through high school? Why not take a look at monsters or cryptids throughout the world? Students will love this Halloween activity as they are already in the holiday mood and will learn about the beliefs, practices, values, and customs of other cultures around the world when looking at monsters and cryptids. Cryptids are animals/creatures that have been suggested to exist now and throughout history, but have or have not been pro
Preview of Getting To Know You Through Geography: A Beginning of The Year Carousel Activity

Getting To Know You Through Geography: A Beginning of The Year Carousel Activity

Geography teachers, are you always looking for a great Getting To Know You back-to-school geography activity for the beginning of the year for all ages? This activity will encourage your students to become familiar with their classmates as they work in groups and rotate through various stations. What a great introduction to basic geography skills such as graphs, charts, maps, and the concept of culture. It truly teaches geography skills all the while allowing students to collaborate, have fun, a
Preview of Middle School Geography: Human Population Density Map Skills

Middle School Geography: Human Population Density Map Skills

Looking for a great lesson that encourages collaboration and hands-on experience in creating and making maps, graphs, and/or charts? Or do you need a simple lesson to introduce the concept of population density to your students? This lesson includes videos, map presentations, and more to teach students the meaning behind "population density". Students will team up to work collaboratively to create a map, graph, or chart depicting the population density of the 7 continents. In addition, they wil
Preview of ECONOMICS FULL COURSE 70+ SEPARATE LESSON BUNDLES!!!!

ECONOMICS FULL COURSE 70+ SEPARATE LESSON BUNDLES!!!!

Created by
Mike Luzim
*Just updated 6/01/2023 for this upcoming school year. I made it easier and more organized with a Unit by Unit Folder and numbered lesson plans*Everything you need to teach an Economics course. Includes 73 separate lesson plans with 47 powerpoint presentations. Lesson plans are very detailed and include NY State + Common Core Standards, Essential Questions, Aim questions, Bell work and Closure Activities. Almost all lessons have some sort of student centered cooperative learning activity. There
Preview of Strong Stories: Coast Salish Series Lesson BUNDLE - Inclusive Learning

Strong Stories: Coast Salish Series Lesson BUNDLE - Inclusive Learning

Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning for Elementary School Students This learning resource BUNDLE is based on the Strong Stories: Coast Salish Series books and help organize and document student learning and understanding of the Coast Salish Culture. This bundle is perfect for: class discussions, individual learning or independent group learning stations.This product is featured in my blog: Strong Stories: my greatest discovery this year!Units included in this BUNDLE support th
Preview of Geography—World Religions: A Comparison Study on Judaism, Christianity, & Islam

Geography—World Religions: A Comparison Study on Judaism, Christianity, & Islam

An engaging and interesting comparison of the three great present-day monotheistic world religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. (INCLUDES EASEL ACTIVITY)Bundle & Save Here World Religions BundleTHIS LESSON INCLUDES:World Religions Chart (Student Notes)World Religions Chart (Teacher Guide)Venn Diagram (Student Notes)Venn Diagram (Teacher Guide)Aesthetic & Interesting Informational Handouts on Judaism, Christianity, and IslamTeacher Instructions (Lesson detail Introduction and Proced
Preview of Treaty of Versailles Vs. Wilson's 14 Points Lesson + Activity +Many Extras!

Treaty of Versailles Vs. Wilson's 14 Points Lesson + Activity +Many Extras!

Created by
Mike Luzim
Here is a great lesson to wrap up your discussions and lessons on World War I. Great Common Core reading and student centered!Actual lesson plan is given with all of this to use as guide/directions. Included are standards/essential questions/Aims (very organized).This Lesson begins with a primary source reading activity on George Washington's Farewell Address. This can be used with great discussions about alliances and entanglements. You can show students because of this document, the US. is not
Preview of Propaganda Presentation (Google Slides, PowerPoint)

Propaganda Presentation (Google Slides, PowerPoint)

Created by
PowerPoint Guru
Now 40 Slides! Available in Google or PowerPoint! Updated, revised, expanded! Looking to build some knowledge of propaganda with your students? Look no further! This PPT includes notes on many different types of propaganda, but also includes beautiful images and interactive work for students to engage in. Easily adaptable for your own unique style. This is a visually engaging, entertaining presentation that will help your students learn the concept of propaganda. Examples from 1984, Anima
Preview of Geography: Christmas Traditions Around The World Trivia Game

Geography: Christmas Traditions Around The World Trivia Game

This lesson is easy enough for 5th graders to understand yet works well with students up to 12th graders. Modifications can be made as needed. A great & fun activity social studies activity to teach students about Christmas traditions around the world! Students will have a wonderful time working in peer cooperative groups to find answers to trivia questions as they earn points toward prizes! Need a quick and fun activity for the day before the holiday break? This mini-lesson is a great, moti
Preview of Middle School Social Studies Bundle Gr. PK-12

Middle School Social Studies Bundle Gr. PK-12

This Middle School Social Studies Bundle for grades PK-12 is your ENTIRE YEAR'S SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM in one bundle. Filled with HANDS-ON activities, ENGAGING scenarios and COMPREHENSION questions that cover your State Standards, and written to Bloom's Taxonomy. The activities in this bundle can be used for whole-group, small group, or individual work. NO PREP necessary, just print!This BUNDLE includes 850 pages and will provide you with an ENTIRE YEAR of Social Studies lesson plans. A $224
Preview of Geography, World Religions Scavenger Hunt Game

Geography, World Religions Scavenger Hunt Game

A comparison of the three great present-day monotheistic and polythiestic world religions: Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Taosim, Hinduism, Confucianism. Need A Fun and Effective Lesson on World Religions to Use For:Introductory activityAssessment preparationEnd-of-unit reviewBefore-a-holiday activityA Fun Way to Take Class NotesThis lesson encourages students to work in cooperative teams to complete the World Religion Scavenger Hunt Game as they compete to achieve 1st, 2nd, or 3rd plac
Preview of American Government Gr. 5-8

American Government Gr. 5-8

Break down the complicated system that is the American government to discover how it all works. Our resource explores the legislative, executive and judicial branches of the federal government to make it easier to understand.About this Resource: Learn what a government is, its roles, and why we need it. Recognize that there are several different kinds of government, like constitutional monarchy, dictatorship and representative democracy. Determine which kind of government embodies the United Sta
Preview of Geography: Central and South America Scavenger Hunt Intro Activity (Easel)

Geography: Central and South America Scavenger Hunt Intro Activity (Easel)

This lesson is easy enough for 5th graders to understand yet works well with students up to grade 12. Modifications can be made as needed. Get the Scavenger Hunt Bundle and Save HereStudents will find this scavenger hunt on Central and South America both fun and motivating, It will encourage students to examine the physical, political, economic, and cultural characteristics of Central and South America. This is the perfect introductory activity to begin your unit.For this activity, provide each
Preview of AP Psychology Course | 2024 Psych Full Curriculum Bundle

AP Psychology Course | 2024 Psych Full Curriculum Bundle

A full AP Psychology high school course updated for 2024 with FRQ MCQ and more experiment-focused design on scientific method and statistics analysis, which includes: Powerpoint presentations and lessons, activities, assessments (formative and summative), answer keys, videos, review games, a full vocabulary list with 590 words, & more!Check out this blog for an example of what makes our course the best choice for the new FRQ-focused AP Psychology test HERE.Introduction to PsychologyUnit 1Th
Preview of Let's Make a Map!  {A Map-Making Activity for Primary Geography Unit}

Let's Make a Map! {A Map-Making Activity for Primary Geography Unit}

Product Information: This is a simple, yet effective activity to teach students about maps. It is part of our Social Studies Geography unit. I print this printable, and give each student:-copy of labels (this printable)-a big piece of green construction paper-black strips to make roads-white squares to draw buildings and housesI introduce the lesson by:-showing real maps or online maps-talking about community and what our community looks like-brainstorming what places are by my houseThen the k
Preview of When We Were Alone Lessons - Indigenous Resource - Reconciliation

When We Were Alone Lessons - Indigenous Resource - Reconciliation

Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning for Primary Elementary School StudentsThis unit is part of a Julie Flett BUNDLE: Supporting First Nations and Metis Literature in the Primary Classroom - Discovery of SelfWith this unit, students will explore this incredibly rich story with comprehension reading strategies such as visualization, connection, questioning, transitioning and summarizing.Easy to use reading response pages in blank, interlined and lined versions, have been created
Preview of Shi-shi-etko and Shin-chi's Canoe Lessons BUNDLE - Inclusive Learning

Shi-shi-etko and Shin-chi's Canoe Lessons BUNDLE - Inclusive Learning

Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning for Elementary School Students OVER 18 (No Prep) ACTIVITIES!! Easy to use reading response pages have been created for each lesson. The worksheets have been adapted for all levels of abilities; including lined, interlined and modified versions of the response sheets. Student evaluation and teacher evaluation rubrics are also included. Reading comprehension strategies used in these units are: Connection, Visualization, Main Idea, Retell, Comp
Preview of Myths From Around The World Gr. 4-6

Myths From Around The World Gr. 4-6

Students will be taken on an adventure through the world of mythology.About this Resource:They will discover many different types of myths and learn about the cultures that created them. An introduction to Greek, Roman, Norse, and Native North American myths are presented in a very structured format. A “Major Project" allows the students to demonstrate further knowledge of myths by completing a series of activities. Optional lessons allow the students to further thematic connections, identify pr
Preview of History Of Rock And Roll Gr. 6-8

History Of Rock And Roll Gr. 6-8

In our unit, students trace the development of Rock n' Roll, from African Tribal music through to the modern music styles of today. About this Resource: Due to the academic nature of the material, our unit can be taught with a great deal of structure, much like a social studies history unit. A variety of student assignments are incorporated in the lesson. Students write words for their own blues song, create a poster for a specific music style, and write and illustrate a newspaper. This Music
Preview of Hiawatha and the Peacemaker Lessons - Inclusive Learning

Hiawatha and the Peacemaker Lessons - Inclusive Learning

Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning for Elementary School Students This resource uses reading comprehension strategies such as visualization, connection, questioning, predicting, summarizing as well as focusing on main idea, comparing and contrasting and a BME retell. There are over 15 different activities, plus variations of many activities to support both higher and lower level students!A bonus crossword has been included for a comprehension check for early finishers.Also, s
Preview of Classical Music & Cool Composers Gr. 6-8

Classical Music & Cool Composers Gr. 6-8

Did you know that when he was a child, Mozart fainted whenever he heard a brass instrument? Did you know that Bach fathered twenty children? About this Resource: The interesting and intriguing world of classical music and its most famous composers comes alive in our lesson. We provide detailed biographies of five famous composers including Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin and Tchaikovsky, in a structured, information-based way. We include ideal content for any middle school’s music class who l
Preview of Middle School World Continents Bundle Gr. 5-8

Middle School World Continents Bundle Gr. 5-8

This Middle School World Continents Bundle for grades 5-8 is your ENTIRE YEAR'S WORLD CONTINENTS CURRICULUM in one bundle. Filled with EXTENSIVE reading passages, ENGAGING activities, and FULL COLOR maps, and COMPREHENSION questions that cover your State Standards, and written to Bloom's Taxonomy. The activities in this bundle can be used for whole-group, small group, or individual work. NO PREP necessary, just print!This BUNDLE includes 420 pages and will provide you with an ENTIRE YEAR of Wor
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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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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.

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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.