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2nd grade social studies activity interactive whiteboards
MAP SKILLS US Geography GOOGLE SLIDES & BOOM CARDS 2nd & 3rd Grade Bundle
Are you a 2nd or 3rd grade teacher looking for an exciting way to teach and review map skills & geography? This interactive bundle includes both Google Slides and Boom Cards, so there are plenty of activities to keep them entertained. They’ll learn all about landforms, the equator, the prime meridian, hemispheres, latitude and longitude, continents, U.S. regions, world oceans, the compass rose, cardinal directions - all with lots of vocabulary thrown into the mix. If you want to excite your
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2nd - 4th
December 1st Grade + 2nd Grade Morning Work - 1st + 2nd Grade Writing Prompts
This December morning work product will save your mornings, your sanity, your time--you name it! Mess-less, stress-less, and (almost) paperless! A month's worth of morning journal prompts will engage your students, make them think creatively, and have fun! Also—each prompt has the option to play classical music to calm your students as they focus and write!Prompts are organized to cut down on teacher direction-giving time during the busy morning time. The electronic nature of the prompts creates
Grades:
1st - 2nd
The Pearl Harbor Attack - Interactive Power Point {For Elementary Students}
This 35 slide interactive powerpoint covers that fateful day on December 7th, 1941 when the US was pulled into World War Two. It tells the story of the Japanese attacks on Pearl Harbor and incorporates exciting 3D clipart and photos from the time period. It includes a link to President Roosevelt's famous speech, where he said, "Today is a day that will live in infamy!" This power point is done in a way to alleviate the fear some students may feel from this and is culturally appropriate. Pearl
Grades:
2nd - 5th
National Symbols – 13 American Symbols & National Landmark Activities & Lessons
Our American Symbols Unit features THIRTEEN COMPLETE Common Core-aligned lessons with a balanced mix of engaging higher and lower level hands-on activities to teach 1st-3rd grade students about our nation's National Symbols:
• National Symbols Pre and Post Tests
• Nonfiction Informational text-we provide all of the National Symbols CONTENT
• Questions to assess Informational Text Comprehension after each of the 13 lessons
• short Research Project to make the game Find the Fib using True and Fal
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1st - 3rd
Voting: The Cookie Election Digital and Paper Bundle
Make the voting process fun and engaging with this non-political 5 day mini-unit!Have a class election to determine the best cookie: Chocolate chip or Oreo!This product includes Google Slides with:Voter registration cards4 commercials for each cookie that play directly in the Google Slides2 opinion writing options to state an opinion and provide reasons both before and after voting3 different options to create campaign posters: OREO, chocolate chip or both cookiesa graph to show class voting res
Grades:
K - 2nd
First Responders Slideshow (PowerPoint)
This First Responders PowerPoint Slideshow includes EMT, Fire Department, and police. It's perfect for teaching about the importance of first responders in your community on Patriot Day (September 11) or as a mini-lesson in any Social Studies unit about local government, public services, and public heroes.
The First Responders Slideshow Includes:
21 Slides in .ppsx format (non-editable PowerPoint)
5 Embedded writing and talking prompts
13 HD images of police, fire department, and EMT (Emergency
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Also included in: September 11th Activities Bundle
Election Day PowerPoint Lesson w/worksheets & Mock Election Activity
Let’s Learn About Election Day PowerPoint Lesson will help you present age-appropriate content to your students in kindergarten, first grade, or second grade. The animated PowerPoint with illustrations will keep young children engaged as the text is read and discussed. It is perfect for use with a Smart Board or other interactive whiteboard; however it can be used without this technology as long as you have a computer and PowerPoint software. The final page of the PowerPoint includes links t
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K - 2nd
Solar System | Planets | PowerPoint | The Sun | The Moon | Distance Learning
Solar System | Space Quiz | Earth's orbit | Planet ActivitiesThe zip file contains:Solar System - Interactive slide show- inner planets: Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars; - outer planets: Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune;- Earth's orbit- The Sun- The Moon - Space Quiz- AnswersThis is a beautiful and informative 30 slide PowerPoint presentation and 22 pages PDF.I've given you 4 slides to look at in the Download Preview – take a look! AstronomyPlease note that this package is also part of the bu
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PreK - 8th
Remembering Sept. 11 Smart Board lesson Primary Grades
Many primary grade children were not even born on September 11, 2001. Help them understand the importance of 9-11 with this Smart Board Lesson (.notebook file which requires Notebook software to open). The file includes a teacher's lesson plan, links to websites (where they will learn about the events through pictures, text and videos), interactive pages, links to videos of 3 children's books read aloud, links to coloring poster pages, a youtube video (song about Sept. 11), and bookmarks to pr
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1st - 3rd
Historical Figures Unit | Famous Americans | Then and Now | Social Studies Unit
Historical Figures Google Slides and worksheets included are:Benjamin Franklin - 5 lessonsThomas Jefferson - 5 lessonsLewis and Clark and Sacagawea - 3 lessonsGeorge Washington Carver - 3 lessonsTheodore Roosevelt - 3 lessonsRuby Bridges - 3 lessonsThis bundle also includes 3 "Long Ago vs. Today" lessons on Google Slides (those 3 lessons total 71 Google Slides and can be stretched across more days as needed). This purchase includes ALL of my historical figures lessons as well as my long ago vs.
Grades:
K - 3rd
Jackie Robinson Interactive Timeline
Click HERE to watch a FREE, video preview of the Interactive Timeline! Included in this pack is an interactive PowerPoint of Jackie Robinson’s life. In order to use this product, you must have Microsoft PowerPoint installed on the computer. This PowerPoint is perfect for whole group lesson reviewing the life of Jackie Robinson. The PowerPoint reviews Robinson’s life from birth until death. The following events are highlighted on the timeline:*Birth*Attending UCLA*Signing with the Kansas Cit
Grades:
2nd - 3rd
SPACE SURVIVAL - A Game of Want -vs- Need - Will YOU Survive?
UPDATE NOTICE: This product has been updated and all hyperlinks have been corrected! This is a action packed Google Slide game that asks students what items they would need to survive on a new planet! GREAT for teaching Wants and Needs, as a novel study activity, or to build teamwork skills!INCLUDES-Fully Editable Google Slides Included + Transitions-Three different "road blocks" for students to work through (but you can add more!)-Graphic Organizer Worksheet-Class Discussion Questions (on the l
Grades:
2nd - 7th
Groundhog Day PowerPoint Lesson and Interactive Quiz
This 31 slide Groundhog Day Powerpoint has everything you need to learn about and celebrate Ground hog day!! It includes information about the groundhog, the holiday and many traditions, information about Punxsutawny Phil and the small town in Pennsylvania, and has an interactive quiz at the end. I've also included as an added bonus some fun links, a short video on groundhogs, and two coloring sheets! over twenty Iditarod Lesson ideas here!Would you like to know more? I have Valentine's Day act
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K - 5th
Digital Reward PIGGY BANK Coin Counting Math Activity for Google Slides
This editable PIGGY BANK digital interactive reward is perfect for any teacher to add a fun way to implement a whole-class or individual reward system with their students. It is easy to use and a super fun way to extend on math coin counting concepts or economics! You can edit any wording or images to customize it for your class needs.*** Distance Learning: Use this digital product as a way to track student check ins, work completed, projects finished, and more! Practice counting, money counting
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PreK - 6th
President's Day Powerpoint
This is a fun 29 slide President's Day Power Point Lesson. It includes information about the history and traditions of President's day as well as information about Abraham Lincoln and George Washington. Both February birthdays! Check it out!
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over twenty Iditarod Lesson ideas here!
Would you like to know more? I have Valentine's Day activities, Iditarod, Wint
Grades:
1st - 7th
Family Culture Project: Activities, Resources, Google Slides and Lessons
The Family Culture Project offers an engaging exploration of students' ancestral roots, inviting them to delve into the rich tapestry of their family histories and original countries. Through interactive activities and research, elementary and middle school participants embark on a journey of discovery, celebrating cultural diversity and fostering a deeper understanding of their heritage. With hands-on projects and presentations, students not only learn about their own backgrounds but also gain
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1st - 8th
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Coral Reef Powerpoint
Ever get tired of introducing things from a text where the pictures are not big enough for everyone to see... This is the perfect way to solve that problem! Use this as a great supplement to your oceans unit and help introduce the coral reef! With the powerpoint background being black, the colors in the pictures really pop!
Grades:
K - 6th
Ways People Adapt to Their Environments
Sixteen slide powerpoint detailing how people adapt to their environments. Covers homes, clothing, and transportation. Shows enviroments such as the desert, tundra, and rainforest. Colorful pictures that will engage the students.
Grades:
K - 8th
Year 2 Topic bundle.
Are you ready for an extraordinary educational journey that combines the wonders of history, geography, art, fantasy, science, and more? Look no further! Our Ultimate Year 2 Adventure Bundle is packed with captivating topics designed to engage young learners on a multidisciplinary exploration of the world around them. Get ready to transform your classroom into a hub of excitement, imagination, and limitless learning possibilities!Soaring Through History: Take flight with our "History of Flight"
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2nd
Ancient Egypt Cartouche - Digital Interactive Worksheet for Distance Learning
No supplies needed to make an Ancient Egyptian Cartouche! Assign this Google Slide to your students on Google Classroom and they can drag and drop hieroglyphics onto a cartouche template. This activity is one of many in my Ancient Egypt Digital Interactive Lesson, also available in my TPT store!
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K - 12th
Economics Unit | Goods and Services | Digital Task Cards
In this economics activity, students will practice differentiating between goods and services with this set of 50 digital task cards. This resource integrates printed information with clear visuals to further generalization and understanding. Are you looking for more resources to teach basic economics topics? You might like some of these:Economics Adapted Book⭐ Click here to follow me and be notified when new products are uploaded. My new products are always 50% off for the first 24 hours they a
Grades:
K - 5th
Also included in: Science Task Cards Bundle | Science Activities for Special Education
Neighborhood Map Skills SMARTboard Lesson
In this fun, interactive Smartboard lesson, students will learn about parts of a map and digitally use a map key and compass rose to create a neighborhood map! This introduction to map skills includes information and activities to learn about the map title, map key or legend and the compass rose. You must have Smart Notebook software to open this file. Correlated to Virginia Social Studies SOL 2.6. You may also be interested in these other resources:Map Skills Task Cards - QR Code Scoot Game B
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Grades:
1st - 2nd
Needs & Wants Social Studies SmartBoard Lesson for Primary Grades
Do you NEED a lesson on needs and wants? I hope you will WANT to purchase this one! My smart board lesson contains a detailed lesson plan for this 2 day lesson, interactive pages ( pull tabs, click to reveal), video link, website links and a printable responding sheet for your students. Literature book suggestions are included as well (you will need to get your own copy at the library). Your class will have fun learning about the difference between needs and wants! View the PREVIEW file to s
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Grades:
K - 2nd
Anti-racism Activity Virtual Field Trip for Kindergarten and Grade 1 I FRENCH
Are you looking for an anti-racism activity for your Kindergarten or Grade 1 Primary French Immersion classroom? This Virtual Field trip about skin and skin colour is perfect to use in your primary Social Studies and Science lessons. This is perfect for Black History Month or any time of year. It includes 13 Google Slides, for students to practice reading and learn about the largest organ in our bodies, skin! Students will learn the functions of our skin (to regulate temperature and protect us
Grades:
PreK - 2nd
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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.
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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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