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Kindergarten Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa social studies resources on sale
Community Helper Hats
Community Helper Hats - Public Service Recognition Week - Local HerosUpdate! I've added an editable version too!These Community Helper Hats are in landscape format and measure 8.5 x 11. They are available in color or black and white. Students will color, cut and glue/staple the hat together. Let the children learn about our community helper roles with fun and creativity!Roles included are:Construction workerWaitressHousekeeperDetectiveFirefighterFishermanAnglerTour GuidePolice OfficerMailmanChe
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PreK - 2nd
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Also included in: Holiday Hat and Crowns Bundle
Needs and Wants Sort Activities + FREE Spanish
Boost engagement with this fun, interactive resource about needs and wants. It includes vocabulary cards, individual and group sorting activities, graphic organizers, a coloring sheet, a word building activity, a drawing sheet and more! It works great for boosting academic vocabulary while learning and reviewing the content. This resource was created by Nikki and Nacho - previously known as Nicole and Eliceo.TEACHER-FRlENDLY FEATURESThis resource has been teacher-tested and approved, downloads i
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PreK - 1st
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Also included in: Social Studies Sort Activities Bundle + FREE Spanish
Christmas Color by Sight Word Practice Worksheets Editable Activities
Looking for a quick and engaging way to help your students practice sight words (pre-primer/primer) or other key skills? I created these Christmas themed color by code pages to provide a fun way to learn (look for the list below to see what words are included in the pre-made sheets). Ready for the BEST part? Each page is Editable with Adobe Reader and PowerPoint! You can choose what skills your learners need to work on and what works best for your classroom, perfect for differentiation. You can
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PreK - 1st
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Also included in: Winter Color by Sight Word, Letter and Number Recognition Activities
Black History Month Activities Martin Luther King, Jr, Ruby Bridges and More
This Black History Month Activities resource includes FOUR complete resources bundled. The Martin Luther King Jr. - Martin Luther King Day set was added. Please see the individual previews to see what's in the entire bundle. All four resources found in the Black History category of my store are included. Please click the link to see each set - the individual sets have complete previews.Black History - Ruby BridgesBlack History - Rosa ParksBlack History - Martin Luther King JrBlack History - Jack
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K - 2nd
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Blank Timeline Templates | Social Studies
Time Line: This graphic organizer can be used to help students research and create a simple events timeline on a historical figures, their life, etc.MY TIMELINE PROJECTSS.2.A.3.1 Identify terms and designations of time sequence.Students will understand the chronological order of events with this timeline graphic organizer.This graphic organizer is useful in social studies, science, and reading.The student will know:> Events are often put in order by time to help organize our understanding of
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K - 5th
Polar Express Literacy Pack
This package includes several literacy activities to go along with The Polar Express. I have two files, one for kindergarten and one for 1st/2nd grade.Update: Now with Google Slides! (Watch the video preview to see those!)Reading:Sequencing the story (varying levels of difficulty)Cause and effect 2 Read, Visualize, DrawPolar Settings writing activity Original poem- Rebuild a PoemRead, think, match (varying levels of difficulty)Summary Slide (center)PhonicsMaking words (match onset and rime: CVC
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K - 2nd
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Social Studies Interactive Notebook Activities + FREE Spanish
This easy prep resource includes a wide variety of social studies interactive notebook templates. It includes cut and paste activities, foldables, tabs, doors, pockets, wheels and more. It´s great for supporting learning standards while building vocabulary and comprehension about the various academic topics. This resource was created by Nikki and Nacho - previously known as Nicole and Eliceo.TEACHER-FRlENDLY FEATURESThis resource has been teacher-tested and approved, downloads in a secure PDF fi
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K - 2nd
Also included in: Interactive Notebooks Bundle + FREE Spanish
Producers and Consumers Sort Activities + FREE Spanish
Boost engagement with this fun, interactive resource about producers and consumers. It includes vocabulary cards, individual and group sorting activities, graphic organizers, a coloring sheet, a word building activity, a drawing sheet and more! It works great for boosting academic vocabulary while learning and reviewing the content. This resource was created by Nikki and Nacho - previously known as Nicole and Eliceo.TEACHER-FRlENDLY FEATURESThis resource has been teacher-tested and approved, dow
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PreK - 1st
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Also included in: Social Studies Sort Activities Bundle + FREE Spanish
Winter Snowflake Crown Craft
Winter Snowflakes Crown Hat CraftsThese are great for the first day of winter or for any snowy day!Contents:9 colored crowns7 black and white crowns.Low prep, just print, color, cut, and staple together. Choose to add embellishments such as gems and glitter!They are landscape format and measure 8.5 x 11. They are available in color and black and white. Students will color, cut and glue/staple the hat together. Let the children celebrate winter with fun and creativity!Try printing onto card stoc
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PreK - 3rd
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Also included in: Holiday Hat and Crowns Bundle
“Christmas Word Search” - Christmas Words – Holiday Fun! (Color and Black Line)
“Christmas Word Search” - Christmas Words – Holiday Fun! (Color and Black Line)
“Christmas” Word Search” created by Rich Carlson
About Me – Rich Carlson:
My goal is to create affordable common core aligned educational products that help teachers and students love. Thank you for visiting my Teachers Pay Teachers store.
I have been teaching inner-city children for 24 years. I taught all subjects as a 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade classroom teacher for 14 years. Now I teach Physical Education and
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K - 4th
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Letter to Santa Claus Christmas Writing + FREE Spanish
This includes differentiated official letter templates, official checklist for the nice list, official envelope, official stamps, nice list certificate and bonus Santa beard lollipop party favors. I designed this Letter to Santa writing activity to help boost my students engagement during writers workshop before the winter break. This resource was created by Nikki and Nacho - previously known as Nicole and Eliceo. TEACHER-FRlENDLY FEATURESThis resource has been teacher-tested and approved, downl
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K - 2nd
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A Little SPOT of Feelings Worksheet
Love the book by Diane Alber as much as I do but don't know what activity to pair with it? Check this out! ↠ All the spots lost their colors and it's up to your students to not only remember the colors but judge them by the looks on their faces! Can they remember what each one is called and what color goes with what face? This is a great worksheet to work through together and quiz with!Answers just in case needed: ↠ Top from left to right - Love (pink), Confidence (orange), Anxiety (gray)
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PreK - 3rd
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Also included in: A Little SPOT Bundle!
Countdown to Christmas Craft
Countdown to Christmas Craftivity (A Cotton Ball FREE Activity!!!)This fun and festive snowman themed craft is the perfect way to count down the days with the kids. Take turns to move the snowman’s carrot nose as each day passes! The craft is in landscape format and measure 8.5 x 11. It’s available black and white. Students will color, cut and glue/staple the craft together.*** If you plan on sharing this resource, please purchase the appropriate number of licenses.The Kinder Kids Storeprekprint
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K - 3rd
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Christmas Ready, Set, Print ELA and Math
This Christmas Ready, Set, Print ELA and Math set has math, writing, and reading practice - 90 pages now. Updates have been uploaded to this packet - now with more than 55 pages added and non-holiday themed options so all students can do the same activities. Check the full preview to see what's included in this Christmas Activities resource.Check out the other sets available including the money saving bundle.Ready, Set, Print! BundleShort Vowels Ready, Set, Print!Long Vowels Ready, Set, Print!Bl
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K - 2nd
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Also included in: Back to School Ready, Set, Print Morning Work Bundle
Earth Science worksheet: Label stages of the water cycle
Earth Science worksheet: Label stages of the water cycle2 VERSIONS OF WORKSHEET (Worksheet with a word bank & Worksheet with no word bank)Students have to label the stages of water cycle by looking at the diagram (Evaporation, Collection, Precipitation and Condensation)Students can color in the pictures they are doneWorksheet aimed at higher kindergarten/lower primary levelAnswer Key includedBoth PDF and Editable Word Versions included within the ZIP file
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K - 6th
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American Symbols Differentiated Readers
American Symbols readers. Two versions for differentiation with three versions of a comprehension check - one asking for complete sentence answers and the other for them to circle their answers. A fun certificate of completion is also included. Please preview to see what's included. ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆You can see the style and level for these books by grabbing the freebie Presidents' Day Reader CLICK HERE or grab the freebie Arbor Day Reader CLICK HEREBUNDLE of all readers at a discountCom
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K - 3rd
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Also included in: Guided Reading Printable Readers with Comprehension Bundle
Grinch Christmas Handprint Art Craft Printable Template
This is a Personalized Grinchmas Christmas Handprint Printable PDF File Template that can be used for a holiday craft for parents, teachers, grandparent's, friends and/or other family members. Directions: 1. Download the template. (All Templates come on 8.5"x11" PDF File) 2. Print the template (I suggest using cardstock paper, or a thicker type of paper). 3. Paint your child's feet or use an ink pad (paint if possible, turns out brighter in color). 4. Let dry and send home with parents to displ
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PreK - 1st
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Grinch Christmas Addition Mystery Pictures
Grinch Christmas mystery pictures with addition..Here are 5 addition mystery pictures including a Grinch themed one and four that have secret holiday messages/phrases. The addition includes sums to 18.***See More Mystery Picture Resources***☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆♥ ♥ Click HERE for exclusive freebies, my favorite teaching tips & early bird info on updates and additions to resources you’ve purchased.☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆CUSTOMER TIPS:How to get TPT credits to use on future pur
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K - 2nd
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Christmas Around the World Passport Templates + FREE Spanish
This includes a passport template and 13 country stamps. During social studies time I set up centers or stations to represent the different countries. Students use these passports to "travel" from one country to the next. After each activity, they get to write the name of the country in their passport and paste a matching stamp on the page. This resource was created by Nikki and Nacho - previously known as Nicole and Eliceo.TEACHER-FRlENDLY FEATURESThis resource has been teacher-tested and appro
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PreK - 3rd
Printable Christmas Crafts | Easy Christmas Crafts | Christmas Activities
These 8 Christmas paper crafts are super easy to print and create with your students. Print and then supply glue, scissors, and coloring materials. This packet contains eight different craft projects and writing templates to go along with it in case you want to extend the project. Enjoy!What You Get:Template for Christmas Tree (1 page tree, 1 page decorations)Template for StockingTemplate for Candy CaneTemplate for Designing your own Wrapping PaperTemplate for Santa Paper Bag PuppetTemplate for
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K - 4th
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Also included in: BUNDLE: Christmas Activities | Classroom Christmas Games and Activities
Community Leaders Sort Activities + FREE Spanish
Boost engagement with this fun, interactive resource about types of community leaders. It includes vocabulary cards, individual and group sorting activities, graphic organizers, a coloring sheet, a word building activity, a drawing sheet and more! It works great for boosting academic vocabulary while learning and reviewing the content. This resource was created by Nikki and Nacho - previously known as Nicole and Eliceo.TEACHER-FRlENDLY FEATURESThis resource has been teacher-tested and approved,
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PreK - 1st
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Also included in: Social Studies Sort Activities Bundle + FREE Spanish
Financial Literacy| Personal Finance | Good and Services Sort | Needs and Wants
This worksheet package is all about learning and practicing financial literacy, covering a wide range of exercises to help students practice and reinforce their understanding of personal finance concepts. The package includes 40 pages of differentiated practices aimed at helping students understand various aspects of personal finance, such as Barter and Money, Goods and Services, Spending and Saving, Wants and Needs, and Charity.The special feature of this package is that it provides multiple st
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K - 2nd
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Social Studies Word Wall Vocabulary + FREE Spanish
This includes 124 word wall cards to use with your social studies units and lessons about history, civics, map skills and economics. They were designed to fit on a large word wall or in a standard-sized pocket chart. They´re a great reference tool that can help students internalize the words and use them on their own during independent centers or stations, guided reading and writers workshop. This resource was created by Nikki and Nacho - previously known as Nicole and Eliceo.TEACHER-FRlENDLY FE
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K - 2nd
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Also included in: Academic Vocabulary Word Wall Bundle + FREE Spanish
Christmas Following Direction Activities (Listen - Color - Draw - Cut & Paste)
These Christmas Following Direction packets are packed with super fun and engaging pictures with winter and Christmas themes. These Following Direction Pages are great for your students to practice and build various skills, such as listening, following directions, reading, coloring, and drawing.This package includes 36 different Following Direction pages with all Christmas themes. These printables are perfect for the month of December as they provide a familiar background and topics for children
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K - 2nd
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Find Social Studies - History resources | TPT
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.
Teaching with social studies resources
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.
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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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