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Preview of Veterans Day Program Script School Assembly or Class Activity to Honor Veterans

Veterans Day Program Script School Assembly or Class Activity to Honor Veterans

Are you planning a Veterans Day celebration for your school this year? This Veterans Day program script will help you get started as you plan your Veterans Day program.Our school's Veterans Day program has been my absolute favorite event of the year for over fifteen years!I have found that a program that celebrates Veterans is one of our favorite activities to bring together community members of all ages and students in our school. I have used this script at our school-wide Veterans Day progra
Preview of Communication Breakdown Repair Strategies Rubric + Visuals Speech Therapy

Communication Breakdown Repair Strategies Rubric + Visuals Speech Therapy

Teaching students to recognize communication breakdown and repair their messages is a vital pragmatic skill for effective communication.⭐️ This product includes photos of 8 children and 8 adults showing a confused expression to begin the discussion of what communication breakdown looks like. It also includes written and visual cues for 6 repair strategies: repeat, speak slowly, speak clearly, say less. or more, say it differently, show. There is also an accompanying Repairing Communication Break
Preview of Native American Readers' Myths and Legends Theater Scripts

Native American Readers' Myths and Legends Theater Scripts

Created by
Mrs Word Nerd
Do you need an engaging way to study folktales, legends or Native Americans? Need a way to integrate literacy and social studies? Looking for more interesting texts for guided reading? These readers' theaters will help you with all the above. I have used these readers' theater scripts for the many years in my classroom as part of our Native American unit and guided reading groups. I have performed these scripts in the classroom for other classes and as plays at parent events. Why you will love t
Preview of Christmas Around The World, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa Reader's Theatre and Activities

Christmas Around The World, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa Reader's Theatre and Activities

Created by
Jane Loretz
This super fun Christmas Around the World, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa Reader's Theatre will be a hit with your students!They will also learn a lot about other countries and their Christmas traditions. This pack has been updated on 11-4-15Please see Preview for a better look...Included are 28 child parts in this Reader’s Theatre Presentation-The parts tell the audience the traditions of their country from the point of view of a child. -Each country featured has two child parts. -Hanukkah and Kwanzaa pa
Preview of First Thanksgiving Play - Readers Theater Script - Thanksgiving Activities

First Thanksgiving Play - Readers Theater Script - Thanksgiving Activities

Created by
Foreman Fun
A short, interactive play about the Pilgrims will get all your students involved! Students will learn about the Mayflower, Plymouth, & Squanto. This is the perfect way to introduce students to the story of the 1st Thanksgiving. A two page script for you to narrate gives students cues when it's their turn to speak or act something out. There are 24 character cards. 12 are speaking roles and 12 are just acting roles so that even struggling readers can be involved in the play. You can add more
Preview of AAC Classroom Scripts Embedded Visual Schedules Speech Therapy Autism

AAC Classroom Scripts Embedded Visual Schedules Speech Therapy Autism

Are you working to develop functional communication skills with students displaying limited verbal skills? Could you use visual scripts to embed into daily schedules?⭐️ Embedded visual scripts are essential for building functional communication. A script is a pre-stored message or pre-written phrase or sentence that provides the language that goes into a specific conversation or interaction. This product was designed to allow students with limited verbal skills to successfully communicate during
Preview of Hard to Hear Scenarios: Deaf Education

Hard to Hear Scenarios: Deaf Education

Created by
TOD On Wheels
These task cards include 40 hard to hear scenarios for your Deaf\Hard of Hearing students. Use the task cards to work on self advocacy skills and role play situations that might occur in your students day and what they can do to solve the communication breakdown. Topics include:ClassroomCafeteriaThe School BusRestaurantsSporting EventsOutsideGym ClassLibraryChurchFriend's HouseOutsideHallwayCheck out some other self-advocacy resources:Deaf Education Vocabulary GameMy Hearing Loss BookLanguage, L
Preview of Readers' Theater: The Great Turkey Race

Readers' Theater: The Great Turkey Race

A fun play to perform around Thanksgiving time! Three turkeys strive to be the Thanksgiving Turkey--not knowing what really happens to the Thanksgiving Turkey. They host a turkey Field Day to compete for medals, which they think will show the farmer who he should pick. But when one of the turkeys finds out what exactly happens to the Thanksgiving turkey, they come up with a plan to fly the coop.
Preview of Reader's Theater Play Scripts: Folktales Around the World

Reader's Theater Play Scripts: Folktales Around the World

Created by
Orchard and Hive
Incorporate cultural diversity into any language arts class with these folktale Reader's Theater scripts from around the world. These classic tales from Scotland, China, Mexico, Africa, and India would be a great addition to any history classroom as well, as they exhibit the cultures and traditions of various countries.This package includes five folktale-themed Reader's Theater scripts:- The Black Bull of Norroway from Scotland- The Magic Paintbrush from China- The Story of the Sun and the Moon
Preview of Readers' Theater: The Gruffalo

Readers' Theater: The Gruffalo

A very clever little mouse outsmarts a fox, an owl, a snake and a Gruffalo. What's a Gruffalo? Well it's a creature with sharp teeth, orange eyes, hairy legs and big fat toes. Mouse's imagination catches up with him when he actually meets the Gruffalo!This play is based on the fantastic book 'The Gruffalo' by Julia Donaldson. My class saw this book brought to life at our local performing arts center when a touring company came to town and it was awesome!This script is 4.5 pages in length and
Preview of AAC Activities Craft Scripts for Speech Therapy Functional Communication Autism

AAC Activities Craft Scripts for Speech Therapy Functional Communication Autism

Have you tried to increase mean length of utterance with students displaying limited verbal skills? Would you like to use hands-on simple craft activities for quick prep and high engagement?Visual scripts are essential for building functional communication. This product was designed to allow students with limited verbal skills to successfully communicate during hands-on creating of simple paper bag puppets. This set includes puppets for winter themes and animals. Want a sample? Download the prev
Preview of Readers' Theater: Room on the Broom

Readers' Theater: Room on the Broom

A great book turned into a fun Readers' Theater play is the perfect way for your students to work on their reading fluency (pace, smoothness, expression) and have fun at the same time! Included with this 6-page (7 character) script is a comprehension check and set of extension discussion questions for whole group, small group or partners, with or without guidance from the teacher.
Preview of Speech Therapy Visuals | Visual Support Strips | New Year | Back to School

Speech Therapy Visuals | Visual Support Strips | New Year | Back to School

Have you collected and created a variety of visuals for your speech therapy sessions that you just can’t live without? I did and the pile just kept growing. Do you wish they were all uniform and ready to grab and go? This has been a goal of mine for many years and I finally created my most used visuals for speech therapy on handy strips. These are lifesavers for push-in classroom-based services. The portability of having every visual right on my ring is highly beneficial.Need more for Back to
Preview of Decodable Reader's Theater Plays / Readers Theatre Scripts for 2nd Grade

Decodable Reader's Theater Plays / Readers Theatre Scripts for 2nd Grade

This is a set of 20 decodable Reader’s Theater scripts (short plays) for second grade. Students practice and read aloud their lines for the plays, giving them an opportunity to build reading fluency and improve their communication skills! Plus, these Reader's Theatre scripts are decodable, giving students an opportunity to practice specific phonics skills.These decodable Reader’s Theater scripts are:Limited in the phonics skills and high-frequency words they include - so your second graders can
Preview of Readers' Theater: Giggle, Giggle, Quack

Readers' Theater: Giggle, Giggle, Quack

Your students will improve their fluency (pace, smoothness, expression) and have fun at the same time with this 4-page, 6 character play! This is the second book in the Click, Clack Moo! series by Doreen Cronin.
Preview of Readers' Theater: Partner & Trio Plays #1

Readers' Theater: Partner & Trio Plays #1

Looking for a way to help your readers practice fluency and expression? These short Readers' Theater scripts are it!This pack contains 10 different fables that have been turned into Readers' Theater scripts for partners and trios. So if you have an even number of students doing this (small group or whole group) then you can use the partner scripts. If you have an odd number, then you can use the trio scripts. So each fable (except 1) has 2 scripts. That's a total of 19 plays!The fables are
Preview of Decades Themed Musical Performance Script for Elementary Students

Decades Themed Musical Performance Script for Elementary Students

This show is a time traveling musical history lesson!! The speakers’ script includes many facts about inventions and inventors of the 20th century and the musical performances will take the audience on a trip down memory lane.This performance package can be used by an elementary classroom teacher, a music teacher, a summer camp coordinator, or a drama program instructor.This show could be performed by anywhere from 25 to 100+ students depending on stage size.The length of the performance is appr
Preview of Readers' Theater: Partner/Trio plays MEGA pack

Readers' Theater: Partner/Trio plays MEGA pack

50 partner and trio plays based on fables, books and fairy tales are now in one MEGA bundle so your students can dramatically improve their fluency (smoothness, pace, expression). Buy this bundle and save $6.50 instead of each pack @ original price. Print, copy and use during your small reading groups or leave them out for Partner Reading time. I 100% guarantee that your students will LOVE them because they're based on known literature and they're FuNnY. * Partner plays are usually 3 pag
Preview of Reader's Theater: Johnny Appleseed (leveled play for 3rd, 4th, 5th grade)

Reader's Theater: Johnny Appleseed (leveled play for 3rd, 4th, 5th grade)

Created by
JB Creations
This reader’s theater is LOADED with interesting, true facts about the life and adventures of Johnny Appleseed! This original play contains 22 parts featuring 3 different reading levels to ensure whole class participation, differentiation, and engagement. Students will learn how this eccentric character played a key role in how the Northwest territory was shaped in the late 1700’s . Integrating important Social Studies concepts with key LA standards such as fluency and expression, this origin
Preview of Readers' Theater: Don't Let The...

Readers' Theater: Don't Let The...

Help your students improve their fluency (pace, smoothness, expression) and have fun at the same time by bringing these funny plays to life! This pack of partner & trio plays is based on the book "Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus" by Mo Willems. The 5 included plays are: * Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus * Don't Let the Monkey Bake a Cake * Don't Let the Crocodile Chew Gum * Don't Let the Octopus Knit a Sweater * Don't Let the Kangaroo Go Grocery Shopping The partner plays are 3 pag
Preview of 3 Social Studies Reader's Theaters - The American Revolution

3 Social Studies Reader's Theaters - The American Revolution

This is a super exciting resource that will help your students:Identify and understand main events from The American RevolutionUnderstand the Social Studies and Reading connectionBuild reading fluency by performing a reader's theaterGain confidence as readers and in front of an audienceLearn to work togetherReflect on their new thinkingINTEGRATE SOCIAL STUDIES TOPICS INTO READING FOR THE WIN!Included in This Resource:3 RT scripts at different ability levels (basic, average, advanced).6-8 Charact
Preview of Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad Readers Theater Script

Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad Readers Theater Script

Your students will love learning all about Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad with this Reader's Theater Script. The script features speaking parts for 3 narrators and each letter of the alphabet. This script will enrich your shared reading or guided reading group time by providing informational text, vocabulary, and varied skill levels to introduce slavery in kid-friendly terms. The following items are included in this product:• Teacher Instructions• Common Core Standards for Grades 1-
Preview of Patriotic Musical Program for Primary Grades

Patriotic Musical Program for Primary Grades

Created by
Deana Thelen
There's nothing better than hearing little voices singing patriotic songs! This program is appropriate for all elementary grade levels. Some have even used it for a school wide program! The first graders at my school have been doing this inspiring musical program for over 15 years! Not only will students be singing patriotic songs, but a script has been provided that gives many students the opportunity to speak into the microphone. The program begins with kiddos reciting Presidential quotes
Preview of WH Questions - Leveled Prompts Set 1 - High Color

WH Questions - Leveled Prompts Set 1 - High Color

Asking "WH" questions of others, demonstrates interest and perspective taking. Responding to questions, is equally important for the same reasons. These skills often require direct instruction for children with special needs (autism, ADHD, language delays) as well as ELL students. This comprehensive set of "WH" Question Prompts will provide students with a fun and interactive way to practice ASKING QUESTIONS and RESPONDING to questions. This resource provides you with 4 LEVELS of question promp
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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.

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.

How do I find social studies lessons on TPT?

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.