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3rd grade social studies scripts for Microsoft PowerPoint
Our Lady of Guadalupe: Slide Show and Art Project
Celebrate December with this inclusive slide show on Our Lady of Guadalupe and the miracle that Juan Diego witnessed in Mexico 500 years ago. The slide show also includes a section on Aztec culture and Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire to give students background on how the miracle affected relations between the two warring cultures. Other slides illustrate and discuss some 20 symbols and miraculous features of the tilma that Juan Diego used to gather roses in. A simple art project is also i
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1st - 8th
Civics bundle for elementary students
Save time and 50% of individual pricing ($15) with this Civics bundle for elementary students. It contains 11 reader’s theater scripts, lesson plans, 2 Power Points, rubrics, extension activities and instructions on how to use the resources within. Reader’s theater brings a here and now feel to history while giving students an authentic reason to read and reread. Repeated readings with intonation and expression further deepens understanding of characterization and forces that drove people in
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3rd - 5th
George Washington
Here’s a simple slide show on George Washington — one that 1st, 2nd and 3rd graders will find easy to understand. I know how hard it is to find something that students on a primary level can relate to, because as a teacher I’ve tried to do just that. This slide show will give your students great visuals plus the basic information they need about our first president. The unit includes a narrative script of six pages with over 70 detailed notes on the 22 slides I’ve put together. Information incl
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1st - 3rd
HELEN KELLER Women's History Month Activities MINI BUNDLE
HELEN KELLER Women's History Month Activities MINI BUNDLEHere's a great set of activities for your students to learn more about the life of Helen Keller.
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2nd - 5th
Famous American and Symbols Fashion Show
Wow your school and families with this Famous American Fashion Show and research project! Students will reasearch a famous American or Symbol, write a "script" for it, and present in a Fashion Show Format. We transformed our classroom to a runway and the students come out from behind the curtains dressed in costumes, and read their scripts. Full directions, printables, tips and pictures are included. Your students can research and learn about American greats and symbols, such as Abraham Linc
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2nd - 6th
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Abraham Lincoln
Have you ever tried to find a simple, easy-to understand slideshow or movie on an important American like Abraham Lincoln? One that students in 1st, 2nd or 3rd grade would not only be able to relate to, but also one that would give them visuals and information that round out their education? I welcome you to take a look at my slide show on Abraham Lincoln to enrich your President’s Day curriculum. This unit includes a four-page narrative script with 38 detailed notes and an 18-page slide show. I
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1st - 3rd
World Oceans Day Assembly - Grades 2 to 5
World Oceans DayPlanet Ocean: Tides Are ChangingPresentation / Assembly Grades 2 to 5Save hours of preparation time, simply download and go!Oceans are the lifeblood of Earth and humankind. Over two thirds of our planet is covered by seawater. Most of this water is found in five oceans, which are all connected. No matter how far from the shores we live, oceans affect our lives and the lives of our families, friends and communities. With every breath we take, every drop we drink, we are all connec
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2nd - 5th
Building a pyramid - playscript
Want to help your students understand how the pyramids were built in an active and engaging way? Try this play script, immersing your students in a thrilling journey through historical events. This product offers:8 speaking partsTwo versions of the play script: a classic black and white version and a vibrant colored edition, where character names are highlighted in different colors, ensuring easy identification and differentiation.Three colour coded tiers of reading comprehension questions and a
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2nd - 5th
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Discovering Ötzi (Otzi) Playscript
Do you want to teach your students about Ötzi the iceman in a fun, interactive and engaging way? Then use this playscript. The play script is based on research and includes details about how he was found and what they found when they did studies on him. It comes in two formats, all black and white or colour coded for each character to make it easier for your students to tell when it is their turn to read. There are 7 characters in all. You could split your class into small groups to read and act
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2nd - 5th
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The Gettysburg Address PowerPoint
The Gettysburg Address PowerPoint presents Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address that was given November 19, 1863 on the battlefield near Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Great for single classroom use or for whole school assemblies.
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3rd - 10th
The lost tomb of Tutankhamun - Playscript
A thrilling play script for your drama-loving students! This play features five dynamic characters who embark on an exciting adventure (based on historical events) to discover the lost tomb of Tutankhamun. Your students will love performing this play and learning about ancient Egyptian history at the same time.This product includes two versions of the play script - a black and white version and a colorful version where the character names are highlighted in different colors for easy identificati
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Ancient Egyptian Play Scripts for small groups
The 7 Continents Assembly (7 - 11 yrs)
A 30-minute class assembly visiting the 7 continents. A PowerPoint and detailed script is provided ... your class will need to learn a couple of dances too! A lot of fun.
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2nd - 5th
Journey to the Cross
The story of Jesus last days is a complicated one, full of historical references and curious customs that are unfamiliar to most students. With “Journey to the Cross” you can guide your students through Holy Thursday, Good Friday, the Crucifixion and the Resurrection with factual background of Bible times and places. This presentation of 42 slides includes nearly 130 illustrations, while the accompanying 14-page script relates over 200 details of the story of Jesus sacrifice. This unit describ
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1st - 8th
Martin Luther King: Civil Rights Leader
Two for One! That’s right - this is a two for one offer on the life of Martin Luther King Jr. - so your school can celebrate his life and Black History Month. I’ve created two complementary slideshows on this civil rights leader - one for primary grades and one for middle and junior high students. The primary slide show has 15 slides, which give basic facts that are supported with a 4-page script with more details appropriate for the grade level of younger students. The more in-depth slide show
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1st - 8th
Rosa Parks
This slide show on Rosa Parks can be used anywhere from 1st through 8th grade, depending on the amount of information the teacher wishes to utilize from the accompanying script. As a teacher, I know how hard it is to find a slide show that features great visuals without overwhelming students with “text on screen” for some of our nation’s heroes and heroines. My slide show includes photos of Rosa throughout her lifetime and photos of black segregation and protests from the Civil Rights era. The
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1st - 8th
Ancient Egyptian playscript - The legend of Isis and Osiris
A fun way to learn the myth of Isis and Osiris and build on knowledge of Ancient Egypt. It could also be used in a literacy unit when learning how to read and write playscripts.This play script can be done as an interactive small group reading lesson or you could send your class in small groups to act these out independently. The script is 4 pages, so it can be copied back to back on only 2 pages. The script cast includes 5 speaking parts and reading comprehension questions. It comes in two vers
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1st - 3rd
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Also included in: Ancient Egyptian Play Scripts for small groups
SEL ACTIVITIES Power Bundle - "No More Bullying"
A Social Story - "Words that Hurt"Has your child or student been the subject of hateful words at school? This adorable short story exposes the connection between emotional regulation and bullying at school. The protagonist learns how to release his hurtful feelings and inner pain even when he discovers the people who hurt him may not change.A Social Story - "What to do When your Are Bullied At School"A realistic story about the reasons someone may bully your child, and what your child can do to
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K - 6th
Serving the Common Good PowerPoint & Discussion Questions
3rd Grade Social Studies TEKS aligned
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2nd - 4th
Black History Month Celebration focusing on Dr. MLK jr and Civil Rts
This is a whole school celebration of the Civil Rights movement. It focuses on Dr.MLK jr, primarily, but it is written in rhyme and meant to be accompanied by pictures drawn by children and projected on screen to be seen. Songs are inserted as well. Call&Response as a particular
gift given by those persons kept in slavery is presented as a bouyant teaching device.
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2nd - 8th
Earthquake Assembly Script and Presentation
These resources form the basis of an assembly on earthquakes. My class performed the assembly at the end of a topic/project unit on earthquakes. It gave the children an opportunity to show the learning and teaching that had taken place throughout the topic. It was performed to the rest of the school and also parents. I have included links for the songs as well as copies of the lyrics. The PowerPoint was shown on a large screen as the assembly was performed. I have included resources that were
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2nd - 4th
St. Patrick: The Man and the Legend
There’s more to Saint Patrick than green shamrocks and driving snakes out of Ireland. Treat your students to an illustrated look at the saint’s real life - and his legends - from the time he was a slave shepherd, through 30 years of missionary work in Ireland, to his death at the age of 70. This slide show combines illustrations of the saint’s life and actual photos of the Irish countryside where he lived and traveled. The unit includes a slideshow with 23 slides and an 8-page script that gives
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3rd - 8th
Oklahoma Powerpoint
Oklahoma Powerpoint. Learn fast facts (such as the bird, tree, flower, etc.) and folklore about the great state of Oklahoma with this educational powerpoint presentation.
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3rd - 7th
Brazil - A-Z of Brazil, The World Cup and The Great Kapok Tree
A great bundle of resources that explores The History of The World Cup, Brazil and The Amazon Rainforest!
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K - 6th
ABC's of the Constitution
This booklet is designed to help introduce the United States Constitution and is a perfect resource to use on September 17th, Constitution Day.
Included in this packet:
*Introduction to U.S. Constitution
*ABC definitions for collaboration and student led learning
*Teacher copies for note taking
*Student cut apart strips
*Culminating dialogue
Can be made into a booklet, presentation, or part of a Constitution Day assembly.
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3rd - 6th
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