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Free 4th grade social studies games

Preview of Jeopardy Template - Review Game (PowerPoint)

Jeopardy Template - Review Game (PowerPoint)

Created by
Connor Bradley
UPDATE: JULY 202045,000+ downloads! Thank you so much everyone, I'm incredibly flattered. I hope you are able to keep enjoying this template! A few quick updates1. Updated Scoresheet - I added an individualized scoresheet which I (and my students) have found to work much better!2. New Instructional Video - I recorded this one here in July 2020 and it should match with updates to gameplay. Please ask if I missed anything, but anything I missed in the video should be in the instructions! Click her
Preview of Label Continents and Oceans Blank Map FREE Game

Label Continents and Oceans Blank Map FREE Game

Your students will love practicing identifying and labeling the continents and oceans with this fun review game! Perfect for a learning center activity, to review continents and oceans before a quiz, or as an early finisher activity. Materials Needed:set of dicegroups of 2-4 playerswriteable blank map for each student (Map included)What's Included:Game directionsblank world mapcolored world map for reference****************************************************************************************
Preview of States and Capitals Flashcards

States and Capitals Flashcards

Created by
Berry Creative
A packet containing 50 state cards and 50 capital cards. These can be used for flashcards or for matching game. Each card has the outline of the sate on the front with a star where the capital is located. They are black and white and should copy front to back so the capital is on the back of the state. When you print on white paper you can read the capital through the back so I recommend colored paper or card stock. Also included are 2 quizzes. One for identifying the states on a map and one fo
Preview of Veterans Day Reading Comprehension

Veterans Day Reading Comprehension

This Veterans Day Reading Comprehension Bingo is an informational newspaper-style text perfect to teach your students about Veterans Day. The questions are offered in two versions: a bingo game and traditional multiple-choice/short response formatBingoBingo sheets are included, which have questions from the article. Students read the informational text about Veterans Day. Then, they answer questions on the bingo grid. The grid comes in 26 different versions. Having each student use a different v
Preview of Branches of Government Color by Number - Close Reading and Text Marking

Branches of Government Color by Number - Close Reading and Text Marking

Created by
Think Tank Too
Practice reading comprehension skills with this Branches of Government Color by Number Close Reading Activity. Students will examine the non-fiction, informational text multiple times. This activity includes TWO options for students (individual coloring page or group collaborative poster). Great addition to your U.S. Constitution or Civics and Government unit!Topics include: Branches of Government, U.S. Constitution, Legislative Branch, Executive Branch, Judicial Branch, President, Supreme Court
Preview of World Domination! Ancient or United States US Geography Game Answer Document

World Domination! Ancient or United States US Geography Game Answer Document

This is the answer document for the US History, World History, and Ancient History physical geography games via Instructomanias YouTube channel posted at:View video playlist!Just copy and paste the link above to find completely student-driven physical geography games for the following regions:⭐1. The United States⭐2. World Continents and Oceans⭐3. Japan⭐4. China⭐5. India⭐6. Italy⭐7. Europe⭐8. Greece⭐9. Ancient Mesopotamia⭐10. Africa⭐11. Mexico⭐12. South AmericaMy class LOVES this geography game!
Preview of The Great Preamble Race- A Fun Way to Learn the Preamble to the Constitution

The Great Preamble Race- A Fun Way to Learn the Preamble to the Constitution

Do you want a fun activity to help your students learn the Preamble to the Constitution? You've found it…and it's free! Students will practice reading the Preamble to the Constitution on student cards. Then, they will read it/recite it to adults. Students will use a fun, game board format to collect signatures. *Please note: In this lesson, I used the original spellings that are contained in the Preamble to the Constitution. If you liked this freebie, please leave feedback! I want to know
Preview of FREE Christmas Trivia Sheet with Easel Activity and Assessment

FREE Christmas Trivia Sheet with Easel Activity and Assessment

Created by
HappyEdugator
Christmas Trivia - FREE Holiday activity! Twenty fun questions for your Christmas party that will have everyone thinking. A fun Christmas Trivia quiz, with some surprising answers! Great to use right before the break. Merry Christmas! Enjoy the freebie. Note: It is meant to be challenging, but fun. If students don’t know the answers, that’s okay. They are TRIVIA questions. Explain to students that even adults don’t know trivia questions. They can use the internet to look up answers (or you can j
Preview of FREEBIE - No-Prep Review Game - Fact Swap - for Any Subject

FREEBIE - No-Prep Review Game - Fact Swap - for Any Subject

Created by
Rachel Lynette
Sometimes called Get One, Give One, this review game can be used with your whole class to review almost any unit you have been studying.To begin, each student writes three facts about the subject in the top three boxes. Then students walk around the classroom swapping facts. A student must give a fact in order to get one. At the end, each student should have 9 different facts!WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:Review Game Worksheet - LinedReview Game Worksheet - UnlinedGreat for 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, o
Preview of Free Black History Month Scoot

Free Black History Month Scoot

Created by
Gay Miller
Black History Month Scoot includes 30 cards with a brief description of famous African Americans. Students are given a "Student Recording Sheet" which includes a bank of names to help identify the famous Americans in a game of Scoot.
Preview of Thanksgiving Crossword Puzzle

Thanksgiving Crossword Puzzle

Created by
Audrums
Here is a fun and challenging holiday crossword puzzle. A great activity to have students build vocabulary and learn about the Thanksgiving holiday. One suggestion for use in elementary classes would be to have students complete as many as they can on their own and then work together or allow the use of reference materials. Younger students may find the word bank helpful.
Preview of Free Spanish-Speaking Countries and Capitals Task Cards

Free Spanish-Speaking Countries and Capitals Task Cards

This is a free set of 48 Spanish task cards over the 21 Spanish-speaking countries and capitals. Students will identify the Spanish-speaking countries on a map and match the countries with their capital cities in Spanish. This is a great activity to get students up and moving while interacting with one another in the target language.Includes:1. Instructions for Use2. Map of Spanish-Speaking Countries (In color and black and white)3. List of Spanish-Speaking Countries and Capitals (In color and b
Preview of Ten Amendments of the Bill of Rights Matching Game Activity

Ten Amendments of the Bill of Rights Matching Game Activity

This matching game includes ten circles labeled first through tenth amendment and ten circles describing each amendment. Students have to match the amendments together based on their number and description. This is a great interactive activity to extend the student's learning of the Bill of Rights!Included:- 20 matching task cards- student recording sheet- answer keyThis matching game covers Georgia Performance Standard:SS4H5 The student will analyze the challenges faced by the new nation.d. I
Preview of Thanksgiving Games The Pilgrim Children Played (FREEBIE!!)

Thanksgiving Games The Pilgrim Children Played (FREEBIE!!)

Created by
Krystin McGahan
Included in the FREE download are directions for 4 games that perhaps the Pilgrim children played. These games can be played with your students in the days leading up to Thanksgiving so that they can get an idea of what life was like before TV and video games! There are also 2 free journal pages (one with dotted writing lines and one without) for your students to do a journal reflection about which game they liked the best and why! PSSSST...If you like this FREEBIE check out my "Thanksgiving Act
Preview of Thanksgiving Bingo

Thanksgiving Bingo

Created by
Briana Nicole
This Thanksgiving Bingo pack includes 4 different boards in color and 4 boards in black and white to make the game more challenging for students. It also comes with the calling cards in either version as well (color or black and white). Just print, laminate if you'd like, and distribute to students for a fun and engaging Thanksgiving treat. Check out my other Holiday Products:Halloween Color By Sight WordHalloween Bingo
Preview of FREE U.S. Constitution Bill of Rights Amendments Reference Note Sheet

FREE U.S. Constitution Bill of Rights Amendments Reference Note Sheet

Ready to teach your students about the U.S. Constitution's Bill of Rights? Check out this print and go Bill of Rights "Cheat Sheet" where each amendment is summarized in kid-friendly terms. Great for reviewing key terms, gluing in notebooks, for reference or to guide class discussions on Constitution Day.Looking for a full unit for teaching elementary-aged students about the United States Constitution? ⭐CHECK THESE OUT!⭐U.S. Constitution for Elementary Level FULL UNIT:U.S. Constitution Day FULL
Preview of Continent and Ocean Matching Map Activity

Continent and Ocean Matching Map Activity

Created by
DyerTyme
What fun it is to study about our world! In this free download, you will have a world map of the oceans and continents! Children will be able to attach the labels to the map to identify each part. Velcro pieces are attached to the backs of the labels and to the oceans and continents of the map for a fun review activity.
Preview of Emotions Bingo

Emotions Bingo

Created by
Tia Darby
Designed for use one on one or small group observing emotions in another classroom, on the playground, or in a movie. Students learn to identify emotions in real-life settings in a fun game format. Or use however appeals to you!Great for SDC, behavior support, school counselors, one-on-one aides, teachers, and more! 3 different Bingo boards and a master list of emotions with their corresponding emojis. Print and laminate to use them again and again!
Preview of 3 Branches of Government Checks and Balances Game - UPDATED

3 Branches of Government Checks and Balances Game - UPDATED

Need a fun and interactive way to reinforce your lesson on checks and balances? Then this game is right up your alley! This game will get your students up out of their seats and will help them retain your government lesson. Many kids tend to zone out during social studies or have a difficult time understanding how the checks and balances between the branches work. After this game your students will be engaged and will understand exactly why we have checks and balances in our government.This is a
Preview of Earning, Saving & Spending Mad Libs

Earning, Saving & Spending Mad Libs

Created by
Learning4Miles
Help students understand the meaning of earning money, saving money, and spending money! Students will be engaged to create word problems about financial literacy topics. 3 mad lib outlines included (earning, spending, saving). Use this resource with a clear sleeve or dry erase pocket to use over and over again. Perfect for math centers, stations, early finisher or warm up.Print & Go! No PREPIncluded in this resource» Earning Mad Lib» Saving Mad Lib» Spending Mad LibCheck Out other Financial
Preview of Rules and Laws Sort

Rules and Laws Sort

Created by
Kelly Hunter
Students cut and sort the rules and laws under the headings with realistic scenarios. I don't have an answer key with this, but the students should be taught that rules are guidelines we SHOULD follow to stay safe and happy - while- laws are rules that we MUST follow to stay safe and happy.
Preview of FREE Geography Word Search Social Studies

FREE Geography Word Search Social Studies

Play this country word search game to boost your vocabulary and develop your analytical skills! It's great for students, kids, or anyone who loves words, social studies, and puzzles, as well as a fun game during class. This is a wonderful resource for classroom teachers, homeschooling families, and even for a rainy day at home.CLICK HERE TO GET THE COMPLETE SOCIAL STUDIES SET OF THIS ACTIVITYThis Activity aligns with the Social Studies Standards:SS.3.G.2.1 Label the countries and commonwealths i
Preview of Continents and Oceans Self Checking Task Cards

Continents and Oceans Self Checking Task Cards

Fun and game-like, these self checking task cards are great for independent learning! They are great for extra practice. I used these cards for fast finishers, but you could use them in a centre as well. I loved these for fast finishers because they were self checking, I wasn’t loaded with something else to mark. Plus, the recording sheet makes it easy to see it the student had completed the cards. Having students write the answers also helps students remember the information.1.Print two
Preview of Declaration of Independence Puzzle

Declaration of Independence Puzzle

Review the preamble to the Declaration of independence with this fun puzzle! Student will piece together this quote: We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. --That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed. When the puzzle is complete, a secret p
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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.

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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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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.