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2nd grade social studies Common Core W.4.1 resources
Pioneer Life | Westward Expansion | California Gold Rush | Oregon Trail
Looking for resources to have Pioneer Days in your classroom? Look no further than this complete unit on pioneers, including the California Gold Rush and the Oregon Trail. This unit includes activities to stretch out Pioneer Days to a full week or pick and choose what you have time for in the classroom. INCLUDES BOTH A PRINT AND MADE FOR GOOGLE SLIDES DIGITAL VERSION.*************************************************************************************************************INCLUDES THE FOLLO
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2nd - 4th
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100th Day of School Activities NO PREP Writing Math Craft Certificate & More!
Celebrate the 100th Day of School in your classroom with these engaging math, writing, movement, craft, history and other fun activities! With 15 activities to choose from you won't have a problem filling your lesson plans with everything to celebrate 100 Days of School. And we aren't talking fluff activities. Use the 100th Day to get your students reading, writing, working math problems, and so much more! In my classroom, students were so excited to do all things 100 that they ended up doing
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K - 5th
Jackie Robinson Sample from our Close Reading Common Core Aligned Units TDQs
Celebrate Black History Month this Common Core aligned freebie. It is a tiny sample of my MEGA monthly units that you can use for Close Reading, weekly homework, assessments, guided reading, or as a quick filler.-Seven Common Core aligned activities are included.-The full unit is described below. *** 3 pages of questions per passage (4-5 questions on each page) * 1st Question Page: Key Ideas and Details (Addresses RI.1, RI.2, RI.3) * 2nd Question Page: Craft and Structure (Addresses RI.
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in:Â Digital Resources & PDFs Close Reading LEVELED Full Year BUNDLE CC Aligned
Hmong Vase Art Lesson, Exit Slips, & Self-Assessment Rubric for Art Sub Plans
Ready to ignite your elementary art curriculum with engaging, no prep art projects for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month? This Hmong folk art lesson will boost confidence and creativity. Students will enjoy learning about the tradition of making story cloths. Moreover, they’ll find the Hmong symbols intriguing.And, it’ll help time-starved teachers like you create art lesson plans based on the rich history of the Hmong people of Southeast Asia. During this art project, your class
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2nd - 4th
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Mardi Gras Unit History, Tradition and Culture Activities Bundle
This HUGE Mardi Gras Unit Bundle is great for either ELA or a Social Studies class! It’s a great resource for a complete unit or as a supplement for any Mardi Gras unit. You will have lots of resources and options to choose from while teaching your Mardi Gras unit. Most importantly, your students will love the variety of activities, and you will too!No Prep Resource! Print & copy, that’s it!Included in this resource: Student Tested & Approved! Focus Content: What it is, Basics, History,
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2nd - 4th
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Russian Nesting Dolls Art Project, Exit Slips, Art Sub Plans for Elementary Art
Ready to ignite your elementary art curriculum with engaging, no prep cultural art projects? This Russian nesting dolls drawing will boost student confidence and creativity. Kids will love learning Matryoshka folk art and the symbolism of these stacked dolls. Moreover, they’ll enjoy playing this roll a dice game to design their own.And, it’ll help time-starved teachers like you create art lesson plans based on the rich history of Russia. During this art project, your class will learn about symbo
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1st - 5th
Ranger in Time: Rescue on the Oregon Trail Book Study
My book study with questions and activities goes along with the book, Ranger in Time: Rescue on the Oregon Trail, written by Kate Messner. This is a great book for students in 2nd through 5th grades. It teaches students about pioneers as Ranger, a Golden Retriever, travels back in time. The questions and activities can be used with social studies and reading/language arts. I have included coloring pages and images to help students see some of the ways pioneers lived and traveled.I also listed se
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2nd - 5th
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Legend of the Indian Paintbrush Native American Read Aloud Book Study Companion
The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush Read Aloud Book Study Companion Reading Comprehension Literacy Unit A Literacy Book Companion Unit with Comprehension & Fun Activities, based on the book by Tomie dePaola (book not included).This 52-page packet provides a variety of levels to reach each individual student. Please see preview pages and descriptions below : 52 Pages Total Include:1. Table of Contents2. 10 Comprehension short-answer questions 3. continued4. 10 Multiple Choice Questions 5. con
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2nd - 4th
Bringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain Book Study Companion Reading Comprehension
Bringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain Book Study Companion Reading Comprehension Literacy Unit : A Literacy Book Companion Unit with Comprehension & Fun Activities, based on the book Bringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain . (Book not included)Reading Level 4.6.This 38-page packet provides a variety of levels to reach each individual student. Please see preview pages and descriptions below . Worksheets include lined paper for easy handwriting practice: 39 Pages Total Include:1. TABLE OF CONTENTS2. 10
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2nd - 4th
Social Studies Economics Pack! Shark Tank, Business Plan, Market Day and MORE!
This 42 Page Economics Pack Includes:• 16 Vocabulary Posters• Interactive Notebook Tasks• Graphic Organizers• Wants and Needs Sort• Goods and Services Sort• Producers and Consumers Sort• High and Low Demand Sort• Vocabulary Summarizing Activity• Supply and Demand Auction Lesson and Printables• Imports and Exports T-shirt Lesson and Printables• Market Day Activity Description• Market Day Parent Letter• Market Day Storefront example• Business Plan Writing• Shark Tank Pitch Writing• Shark Tank Lett
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2nd - 4th
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The Mud Pony Book Study Companion Reading Comprehension Rainbow Native American
The Mud Pony : A Reading Rainbow Book Study Companion Read Aloud Comprehension Packet with activities including quiz, sequencing, vocabulary, writing, and more, based on the book by Caron Lee Cohen (book not included). This 46-page packet provides a variety of levels to reach each individual student. Please see preview pages and descriptions below . Worksheets include lined paper for easy handwriting practice: 46 Pages Total Include:1. TABLE OF CONTENTS2. 10 Comprehension short-answer questions
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2nd - 4th
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Hero Research Project-PDF, Google Slides, and Easel Options
Heroes are everywhere...some are famous, and some are right next door!This resource is accessible for a distance learning, as well as a traditional classroom setting. You will be able to access a Google Slides presentation, a PDF file that can be printed off for students, or as an Easel resource. This product engages students in a four phase mini-research project. In part one, students identify what it means to be a hero. In the second part, they research a famous hero, using both print and
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2nd - 4th
Shark Tank Social Studies and Economics Persuasive Writing
Shark Tank persuasive writing project to help practice social studies/ economics skills. Immerse your students in this authentic, engaging, real-world writing and economics experience!Great for Persuasive Writing! Includes graphic organizers to help students organize their thoughts and ideas.This product goes great with social studies units on economics or market day activities. After students create their own product, they will write their persuasive Shark Tank pitch. I have included detailed i
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2nd - 4th
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Shark Tank/ Business Plan- Social Studies Persuasive and Informative Writing
Shark Tank and Business Plan to help teach Economics social studies standards. My kids have so much fun planning and presenting their shark tank pitches and business plans. Immerse your students in this authentic, engaging, real-world writing and economics experience!Persuasive and Informative Writing! Includes graphic organizers to help students organize their thoughts and ideas.This product goes great with social studies units on economics or market day activities. After students create their
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2nd - 4th
Inventions Project Based Learning | Digital & Printable | Google
Who doesn't dream of creating your own invention and making tons of money on it? What better way to get students to use real-life skills such as reading, math, writing, speaking and listening skills than with this high-interest, engaging Create Your Own Invention project? With this project, students will get an opportunity to design their own invention and try to persuade their audience to invest in their product. This project-based learning activity is designed to supplement your practical livi
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2nd - 5th
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Super Football 2024 Writing and Mapping with Bowl Game Places!
Are your students excited about the big football game coming up? This resource has been updated to feature the two teams playing on February 11th!Why use Super Football 2024 Writing and Mapping with Bowl Game Places!? Research tells us that when children are passionate about a topic, they are more likely to become engaged in learning.How it works: Children can get their own copies of the map, marked with locations involved in the big game. Teachers can have the children work alone, in partners,
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â Mapping Task Cards USA Learning Geography of the United States Sets 1 & 2
Holidays Around the World Unit - 15 Holidays Traditions around the World Writing
Take a trip to learn about holidays around the world with this highly engaging unit. This World Holiday Unit includes everything you need to save time and skyrocket engagement during social studies. This bundle includes 15 lessons and over 250 pages of activities, projects, games, and crafts to learn about 15 world holidays celebrated in dozens of countries. Simply print or assign, and GO! All lessons are equipped with easy instructions and ready-to-use activities. Here are a few of the MANY ski
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2nd - 4th
POWER Writing Process
This PowerPoint provides students with every step in the writing process with intriguing mnemonics, fun videos, foldables, and treats! Plus, there's a fun Super Hero theme that every student is sure to enjoy. This PPT aligns well with Common Core State Standards, SRSD writing strategies, 6 Traits of Writing, and POW TIDE. This PowerPoint addresses the components of Informative Writing. This is PERFECT for any teacher looking to start their little authors off on the right foot.
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2nd - 6th
Mardi Gras Unit History, Tradition and Cultural Acitivites
This awesome Mardi Gras Unit is great for either ELA or a Social Studies class! It’s a great resource for a complete unit or as a supplement for any Mardi Gras unit. You will have lots of resources and options to choose from while teaching your Mardi Gras unit. Most of all, your students will love the variety of activities, and you will too!No Prep Resource! Print & copy, that’s it! 87 pages Note: This resource is part of a bundle!Included in this resource: Student Tested & Approved! Foc
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in:Â Mardi Gras Unit History, Tradition and Culture Activities Bundle
Economics Fun - Language Arts BUNDLE
Economics Fun – Language Arts BUNDLE Major Updating Please note: This bundle is going through an update. When finished it will include the fluency passages and more. The price will increase then. I'm discounting it and uploading the part that is finished to date. It still includes all the elements from the original bundle. Please see the preview for highlights from this 200+ page bundle. Economic Fun Language Arts BUNDLE • 13 writing prompts with graphic organizers• 6 Economic Quotes writi
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2nd - 6th
Harriet Tubman Unit
This unit about Harriet Tubman includes activities to get your students engaged into learning about Black History Month in February. The unit includes anchor charts, KWL charts, venn diagram, a biography activity, a fact and opinion activity, a timeline piece and a writing activity.
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1st - 4th
30,000 Stitches 9/11 Flag | Comprehension Activities | Illustrations, Writing
This product contains activities based on 30,000 Stitches: The Inspiring Story of the National 9/11 Flag by Amanda Davis. The first activity has students analyze illustrations to gain information. The second activity has students write an essay to explain why the 9/11 flag was special. Finally, students will answer comprehension questions in short answer and/or multiple choice format (answer key included).A great book and activity with an easy to follow guide to make sub plans easy.The students
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2nd - 5th
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Social Studies 11-Day Substitute Plan for Kindergarten through Fifth Grade
Discover the ultimate hassle-free solution for all elementary grades with our Social Studies 11-Day Substitute Plan bundle! Engage students from Kindergarten to Fifth Grade in captivating inquiry-based learning, while you enjoy a well-deserved day off.Key Features:Inquiry-Based Learning: Each lesson plan encourages critical thinking and curiosity through inquiry-based activities. Students across all grades will actively explore social studies topics, making learning an exciting adventure.Easy Pr
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K - 5th
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ERANDI'S BRAIDS - by Antonio Hernandez Madrigal - READING & ACTIVITIES UNIT
Erandi's Braids by Antonio Hernandez Madrigal is a captivating story that transports readers into the world of a young indigenous girl named Erandi. Set in a rural Mexican village, the tale beautifully explores themes of tradition, courage, and self-expression. Erandi's braids hold a special significance, representing her cultural identity and ancestral heritage. Through engaging activities, this reading unit invites students to delve into Erandi's journey, fostering their understanding of diver
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1st - 4th
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