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Social studies centers for Easel Activities
Christmas Around the World Passages - Winter Holidays Around the World Research
Want to teach about Christmas and Holidays Around the World, but you're short on time? These reading comprehension passages are a quick way to teach your students about different ways winter holidays are celebrated while practicing their reading skills.These Holiday Around the World reading passages introduce students to how holidays are celebrated in different countries. Ten different countries that celebrate Christmas plus Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Diwali are included. There is one passage page,
Grades:
1st - 3rd
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Civil Rights Movement DIFFERENTIATED Reading Worksheets (SS5H6b)
Your students will love learning about the Civil Rights Movement with this engaging, no prep reading activity! This is perfect for adding literacy to your social studies curriculum because it’s academically-aligned for ELA and for social studies. Plus, it’s so easy to use that you can even leave it for sub plans!Resource Includes: 24 PagesDifferentiated Passages (Level A is higher than Level B)Main Idea/Key Details Graphic OrganizerWho, What, Where, When Graphic Organizer Matching Activity Mult
Grades:
4th - 6th
Also included in:Â 5th Grade Georgia Social Studies Reading Activities BUNDLE! (GSE Aligned)
Presidents Day Reading and Writing Craft Flip Book - Presidents Day Activities
Looking for a way to teach Presidents Day activities without interrupting your reading and writing time? This craft flip book teaches all about the President of the United States. It includes a flip book plus a craft topper for decorations. Presidents Day Activities Included: Let's Read page: reading passage Let's Answer page: comprehension questionsLet's Sort: Cut and sort things that the president does and the requirements of the presidentLet's Write: Students write what they've learned about
Grades:
1st - 3rd
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Also included in:Â Reading Flip Book Bundle - Collection of Reading Comprehension Activities
Abraham Lincoln Biography Graphic Organizers, Presidents Day Activities & Craft
This Abraham Lincoln biography set includes graphic organizers and a reading and writing flip book craft. This biography set has activities to use for Presidents' Day and covers important facts about Abraham Lincoln's life for students to learn. Within the pack, they will read about Abraham Lincoln, research him, write about him, create a flip book about him, and sort important parts of this famous president's life into graphic organizers. Included in this Abraham Lincoln biography pack: Reading
Grades:
1st - 3rd
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Also included in:Â Reading Flip Book Bundle - Collection of Reading Comprehension Activities
American Symbols Worksheets and Reading Passages Activities
This American Symbols worksheet and reading passage set is a perfect supplement to use for your first, second, and third graders. It covers a variety of topics about symbols and a study of 12 different individual American Symbols or Landmarks. There are reading comprehension passages, graphic organizers, writing pages, and cut and glue activities.There is also a digital conversion of this resource available in Google Slides. They have been digitally converted so that you can use the paper versio
Grades:
2nd - 3rd
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Amelia Earhart Build an Airplane READ ALOUD STEM™ Activity
Integrate STEM and Social Studies in your classroom during Women's History Month with this Amelia Earhart STEM Challenge! Travel through the skies with Amelia Earhart! Build an Airplane STEM Challenge is a fun and unique way to engage your students during Women's History Month. Teach students that anyone can be a successful pioneer in industry regardless of gender. Students begin the activity by reading about Amelia Earhart and learning vocabulary on different aspects of flight (thrust, lift, dr
Grades:
K - 5th
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
 ...
Also included in: Women's History Month READ ALOUD STEM™ Activities BUNDLE #1
Rosa Parks Biography Graphic Organizer - Black History Month Activities
Rosa Parks was an influential woman who fought for equality and forever changed history. This biography pack full of activities is perfect to use during Black History Month or Women's History Month and covers facts about her life for students to learn. Within the pack, they will read about Rosa Parks, research her, write about her, create a flip book about her, and sort important parts of this famous African American woman's life into graphic organizers.There is now a digital component included
Grades:
1st - 3rd
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Also included in:Â Reading Flip Book Bundle - Collection of Reading Comprehension Activities
3rd Grade Research Projects, Science and Social Studies Projects With a Twist!
PDF and Digital! Ready-to-Go Research Projects for Third Graders! With this resource, you'll find 40 engaging, creative and fun enrichment research projects about interesting science and social studies topics aligned to most 3rd grade curricula. The projects allow students to think outside of the box when they research topics for specific answers. From creating awards for famous cowboys or explorers, to researching ways a hero has shown good citizenship or even researching ways that a penguin
Grades:
3rd
Ancient Egypt Activities Reading Passages Egyptian Gods Pharaohs Pyramids
Students will explore life in ancient Egypt while practicing essential reading comprehension skills including main idea, context clues, vocabulary, and text features with this interactive book.TOPICS INCLUDE:the Nile riverUpper and Lower EgyptKing Menes and the double crowndaily life in ancient Egyptpharaohsgods and goddessesmummiespyramidsWHAT YOU WILL GET12-page printable bookCut-and-glue titlesAncient Egypt vocabulary cards with definitionsVocabulary graphic organizer Full color, digital vers
Grades:
3rd - 4th
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Regions of Europe Centers Activity for European Geography or Culture Study
Introduce your students to the regions of Europe with this easy to prep Centers or Stations Activity. At each regional center, students will read geographic information on the region, view maps and discover physical features and statistics, view data from the region on cultural and human characteristics, and read current articles on the regions of Europe (using internet links provided in teacher directions). Included:Reading Cards on each RegionImage Cards on each RegionMap Cards on each Regi
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Grades:
6th - 10th, Higher Education
Then and Now Social Studies History of Christmas Traditions
Your students will love learning about the history of Christmas in the past and compare it to how we celebrate Christmas today in this fun and engaging activity pack. Fact sheets and comprehension questions will guide students through the history of Christmas traditions such as card and present giving. Create a fun diorama and complete the flipbook for an exciting social studies lesson.SAVE 30% by buying ALL of my other Then & Now Resources in 1 Bundle!>>>>You can find a Google S
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â Then and Now Social Studies Bundle
Time Zones and Daylight Savings Math and Social Studies Activity
This is a math (and Social Studies) activity celebrating Daylight Savings Time. The activity gives a brief description of Day light saving time and the time zones. The United States has 6 different time zones! Students will then answer 12 questions about the United States and the different time zones. Students will add and subtract to find the time in different locations. This activity is a fun way to talk about the history of daylight saving time, the different time zones around the world, an
Grades:
4th - 6th
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Also included in:Â Celebrating Holidays in Math Class! (Growing Bundle!)
3 Branches of Government Activity Reading Comprehension US Checks & Balances
This interactive reading activity teaches students about the United States government and its three branches while practicing essential comprehension skills including main idea, context clues, vocabulary, and text features. It's a great way to integrate social studies into your reading instruction!TOPICS COVERED:The ConstitutionDemocracyChecks and BalancesThe Legislative BranchThe Executive BranchThe Judicial BranchWHAT YOU WILL GET6-chapter printable bookCut-and-glue titlesVocabulary cards with
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Grades:
3rd
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Also included in:Â Third Grade Math & Reading YEAR LONG BUNDLE 1500+ Pages
Margaret Hamilton and the Moon READ ALOUD STEM™ Activity
Integrate STEM and Social Studies in your classroom during Women's History Month with this Margaret Hamilton Space STEM Challenge! Help Apollo astronauts land safely on the moon with Margaret Hamilton! Build a Lunar Lander STEM Challenge is a fun and unique way to engage your students during Women's History Month. Teach students that anyone can be successful in STEM regardless of gender. Students begin the activity by reading about Margaret Hamilton and learning vocabulary about Lunar Landers. Y
Grades:
K - 5th
Types:
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
 ...
Also included in: Women's History Month READ ALOUD STEM™ Activities BUNDLE #1
MLK Martin Luther King Jr Reading Comprehension Activity Black History Month
This resource teaches students about the life of Martin Luther King Jr. while they practice essential reading comprehension skills including main idea, context clues, vocabulary, and text features.TOPICS INCLUDE:MLK's childhoodCivil Rights MovementRosa Parks"I Have a Dream" speechRemembering MartinWHAT YOU WILL GET6-chapter printable bookCut-and-glue titlesVocabulary cards with definitionsVocabulary graphic organizerFull color, digital versionLinks to supplemental websites and videos about MLKAn
Grades:
2nd
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Christmas around the World Scavenger Hunt
Keep them learning during this holiday season! This scavenger hunt introduces students to information and fun facts about Christmas Traditions around the World. How to Use This Product1. Print the Christmas Traditions around the World Scavenger Hunt cards on card stock then cut them apart. 2. Make copies of the Christmas Traditions around the World Scavenger Hunt questions worksheet. Each student needs a copy. 3. Place the Christmas Traditions around the World Scavenger Hunt cards around your c
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in:Â Winter Holidays Scavenger Hunt Bundle
Hispanic Heritage Month Coloring Page- Crossword - Word Search Puzzle
-THIS LISTING IS AN INSTANT DIGITAL DOWNLOAD – PLEASE NOTE : NO PHYSICAL ITEMS WILL BE SHIPPED!Hispanic Heritage Month Crossword - Word Search Puzzle - Coloring pageHispanic Heritage Month ActivitiesCelebrate Hispanic Heritage Month using Marie’s collection of resources specially designed for the event. Our Hispanic Heritage Month Vocabulary Word Search is the perfect introduction to words children will need to describe the celebrations taking place in September and October.Students will enjoy s
Grades:
1st - 10th
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Events & Impacts of September 11, 2001 Reading & Writing (SS5H7, SS5H7b)
Your students will learn about the events and impacts of September 11, 2001 with this engaging, no prep reading activity! This is perfect for adding literacy to your social studies curriculum because it’s academically-aligned for ELA and for social studies. Plus, it’s so easy to use that you can even leave it for sub plans!This resource includes two levels of a differentiated reading passage - for on-grade level and approaching 5th grade level. It includes five graphic organizers and their answ
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5th
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Also included in:Â 5th Grade Georgia Social Studies Reading Activities BUNDLE! (GSE Aligned)
Oil in the Middle East Response Group Activity - Geography
In this response group activity, students learn about the benefits and costs of the Oil in the Middle East. A number of implementation ideas are provided along with the 23 page set to allow students to investigate 5 topics.Content Topics CoveredGeography of the Middle EastThe Processing of OilThe Human ImpactThe Export BusinessWorld ConnectionsAbout this ResourceAll materials are provided and include reading cards for each center, primary sources such as images, charts, and graphs to analyze, a
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Modern World History Interactive Lessons Bundle Walking Tours & More
French Revolution Walking Tour or Gallery Walk
Looking for a fun and engaging resource on the French Revolution? Want the French Revolution to come to life for your students? A Walking Tour or Gallery Walk of the French Revolution takes students to 20 different locations to learn about the issues, causes and events to and through the French Revolution. Vivid images and information cards explain the issues and events of the French Revolution, and introduce students to core standards on the revolution. Explanations are provided from the buil
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in:Â Modern World History Interactive Lessons Bundle Walking Tours & More
World War 2 Word Search Puzzle Activity Word Find Worksheet Puzzles
This is a fun, quick, and easy World War Two activity to do with your students. Complete with over 25 World War II related vocabulary to search and find, your students will love completing this fun activity for morning work, homework, a whole class challenge, or in a literacy center. It is such a fun way to introduce vocabulary relating to The World War 2 prior to close reading or any other ELA or Social Studies unit. It's going to be the best year yet!THIS WORD SEARCH ACTIVITY CAN BE PURCHAS
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4th - 7th
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Also included in:Â Giant Word Search Packet | Word Search Puzzles with End of the Year & Summer
PILGRIMS The First Thanksgiving Reading Activity Comprehension Passages
This interactive booklet lets students practice essential reading comprehension skills while learning all about the pilgrims. The activities incorporate main idea, context clues, vocabulary, and text features.TOPICS INCLUDE:Leaving EnglandThe Pilgrims' journeyPlymouth ColonyHardshipsFamily Lifethe WampanoagWHAT YOU WILL GET6-chapter printable bookCut-and-glue titlesVocabulary word cards with definitionsVocabulary graphic organizer (similar to a Frayer model)Links to supplemental websites and vid
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Grades:
2nd - 3rd
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Greek Mythology Word Search Puzzle Early Finishers Word Find Puzzle Activity
This is a fun, quick, and easy Greek Mythology activity to do with your students. Complete with over 25 Greek Mythology related vocabulary to search and find, your students will love completing this fun activity for morning work, homework, a whole class challenge, or in a literacy center. It is such a fun way to introduce vocabulary relating to Greek Mythology prior to close reading or any other ELA or Social Studies unit. It's going to be the best year yet! THIS WORD SEARCH ACTIVITY CAN BE
Grades:
3rd - 6th
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Presidents Day Activities
Here are a few fun activities to use on Presidents Day for Abraham Lincoln and George Washington. This non-fiction unit includes:1) reading passages about Lincoln, Washington, and the Executive Branch2) two fill in the blank activities for Lincoln and Washington3) graphic organizer on what is a president4) comprehension quiz on the president and executive branch of government5) president timelines6) ABC orders7) flip books8) graphic organizers9) themed writing papers10) word sorts 11) comparison
Grades:
1st - 3rd
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Also included in:Â 2nd Grade Social Studies Bundle
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- Learn about the achievements, challenges, perspectives, traditions, and customs of different societies
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- Become active, responsible, and engaged citizens
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