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Free high school social studies homework
Financial Literacy Reading Comprehension Worksheet Types of Expenses
This product covers what financial literacy is and the different types of expenses: Fixed, Discretionary, Periodic, and Variable. Great for life skills or financial literacy.INCLUDES:Article and 15 scenarios where students determine the type of spending described.Color and BW VersionsKey included at end.Part of my Financial Literacy BundleI have several World History, U.S. History, and several other products available in my store.*I do my best to make sure I do not have typos, but occasionally t
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7th - 9th
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Civil War - The Two Sides Reading Comprehension Worksheet
This is a reading comprehension worksheet that discusses the two sides during the Civil War. It includes the boarder states, why men joined the fight, and the overall reality of war. There are seven questions to follow the reading. This could be used as homework or to supplement your Civil War lesson plans. If you like this freebie, please be sure to check out my growing collection of other reading comprehension worksheets too!
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5th - 10th
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FUN Latitude & Longitude Riddles
This product includes TWO fun and engaging worksheets that will help students practice finding absolute location using their latitude & longitude skills. Both maps include an example to show students how to locate coordinates and how to write them. This product is bundled with the print and digital options. The digital version in in Google Slides format and simple to use!
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5th - 12th
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US Physical Geography & 13 Colonies Maps
US Physical Geography and 13 Colonies Maps - Print & DigitalThis is a great activity to do with your students at the beginning of your US History or APUSH class! Whether your students are from the States or you are teaching these classes abroad, this is a good refresher/introduction to the geography of the States.I usually give this out at the beginning of the year so students can become more familiar with the geography we will be referencing throughout the course. Using Google Classroom? No
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4th - 12th
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FREE - Map Skills | North America (Gr. 3-7)
FREE - Map Skills - Geography Bundle. In this free map skills sample: North America Map & Questions (pdf). Map Skills is part of the larger Geography Bundle: Maps, Questions, Labeling, which includes the following:Click links for full previews.A) 28 USA Maps• USA – 13 Colonies• USA – Civil War 1860• USA – Electoral Map• USA – Federal Land• USA – Goat Population• United States of America (abbreviations)• USA – Major Cities & Interstates• USA – Major Cities• USA – Major Cities• USA – Mani
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K - 12th
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United States Culture: A Story and Mapping Activity
United States Culture. What exactly does "American" mean? This United States Culture: Story and Mapping Activity has students read a one-page story about a day in the life of an American teenager and the 20 items they use throughout their day. The items may seem "American,” but many have their origins elsewhere. Students plot the location of the 20 places, draw arrows from that location back to the city they live in, and complete an organizational table as well as come up with a short answer
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4th - 10th
Ancient Rome Timeline Worksheet - NO PREP
Directions for students to create a timeline based on Ancient Rome, emphasizing the changes from a monarchy to a republic to an empire. Includes a student handout (worksheet) for students to complete and a teacher answer key. The student handout has content about Ancient Rome included on it. The handout can be used without any preparation. This handout gives students directions to create and correctly label a timeline based on Ancient Rome from 800 BC to 1400 AD. Then students are asked qu
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6th - 10th
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Causes of WWII Worksheet
This worksheet focuses on the events that led up to World War II. It provides a page of background information with some key terms in bold. There is also a series of comprehension questions related to the provided background information. Questions include:-Fill-in-the-blanks-True/false-Short answerAn answer key is provided for easy grading.If you like this, check out these other products by 2nd Chance Works:-George Washington Activities-Legislative Branch Worksheets-Executive Branch Worksheet
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8th - 12th
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Google Slides Historical Figure Facebook Profile Template
Use this Google Slides template to help students gain a better understanding of a historical figure and to enhance their research skills! Students can fill out biographical information by clicking on the text. They can also add photos and post up to four status updates with dates.
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6th - 12th
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FREE: One Pager for ANY History Class - Review Activity for History - Digital
This One-Pager worksheet will guide students to organize information about ANY historical topic. It can be printed or assigned digitally. Use as an end-of-chapter review. Jigsaw topics and display the 1-pagers in a gallery walk. Use as a catch-all for any topic in a textbook you want students to review and process in an organized and student-driven way!These also make excellent Emergency Sub Plans to keep just in case -- which we all know come in handy nowadays!Students will analyze the followin
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7th - 12th
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FREE: Historical Movie Analysis Worksheet for ANY Film
This Movie Guide worksheet will guide students to analyzing important elements of ANY historical film. It can be printed or assigned digitally. It is also fully editable to suit the needs of your class. Great for an end of the year film screening in which you want to maintain student accountability but not have them glued to a rigid minute-by-minute film guide. ADDED: A list of suggested US History moviesStudents will analyze the following:PLOT OVERVIEW - Summarize the plot in 7-10 sentencesCONN
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7th - 12th
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Vocabulary Graphic Organizer
This graphic organizer is a template that can be used to define and analyze vocabulary. This format utilizes higher order thinking skills because it allows students to go beyond basic definitions. Thanks for shopping!
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial 3.0 United States License.
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4th - 12th
East Asia Map Labeling Freebie
A simple, fill in the blank map of East Asia with prompts to label all major physical features, bodies of water, and countries:"Label the Countries:· China· North Korea· South Korea· Japan· Taiwan· MongoliaLabel the Bodies of Water:· Yellow Sea· East China Sea· Sea of Japan· Pacific Ocean· South China SeaDraw and Label the Physical Features:· North China Plain· Tibetan Plateau· Gobi Desert· Yellow River· Yangtze River· Mongolian Plateau" Compatible with most maps on classroom set of Atlas's or
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4th - 10th
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Free Grocery Shopping Sales Tax. Budgeting. Personal Finance.
Looking for an engaging sales tax resource? These vibrant worksheets will have students figure out the total of each receipt including sales tax comes to.Comes with:- 2 worksheets- 2 answer keysLooking for similar worksheets? If so, please feel free to check out my other resources:Breakfast Sales Tax, Tip, and DiscountZoo Checkbook BalancingBack to School Supplies Sales Tax and Checkbook BalancingTerms of Use:- This download is for personal use only. You may use this in your classroom with your
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6th - 9th
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World War II Map Activity
This map activity has students label and color the Axis and Allied powers, as well as match the leader with their country.
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5th - 10th
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World War I Letter From the Trenches
Students are to use what they have learned in class to contextualize, or imagine the setting, of World War I trenches. Students write a letter home to a loved one, describing the conditions and technology of World War I trench warfare. They must discuss the reason for their country being involved with World War I and use 16 prescribed words in their letter. These words cover everything from trench foot to machine guns. This assignment is a great way to get students to put themselves into the
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7th - 10th
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Columbian Exchange Reading Comprehension
The following is a reading comprehension on the Columbian Exchange. It would be best used in a middle school classroom but could be adapted to meet the needs of high school classroom as well. The reading does a nice job of introducing the topic and helping students apply it to their lives. It also includes several short answer style questions. The questions were created to help students think critically and use details from the text to prove their answers. The reading be used as an in clas
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7th - 9th
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Stock Market Research
This activity goes great for classes that are studying the stock market. In this activity, students will find 5 companies and research the prices of their stocks over the past year. They will then have to explain why they think this stock is worth investing in or not. I am using this as a tool to help my students find stocks to invest in for our stock market game that they are playing online.
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7th - 12th
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Current Event Template
This is a 2-page template for students to report on current events. If you are interested in an updated version with a digital option and three provided practice articles, please click HERE!
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5th - 12th
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Bill of Rights Tshirt Activity
This is a neat activity that has students use visual thinking to remember the Bill of Rights. Visual thinking is a learning style where the learner better understands and retains information when ideas, words and concepts are associated with images. This activity can be done in class or used as an homework assignment.
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5th - 12th
Saving for A Car - Real World Math/Personal Finance
Maybe You Can Afford That Car!
Worksheet gives three types of cars and students figure out how much they need to save per month to pay it off in 1, 5, or 10 years. Then they graph the results.
The next page gives other transportation options and their costs. Students again budget what the cost would be by 1, 5, or 10 years.
Reflection questions at the bottom.
Great for review, business math or personal finance.
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8th - 12th
Branches of Government Chart Activity on Jobs, Parts, Powers, & Selection
Teach the 3 branches of the federal government with this FREE worksheet! Students will demonstrate their understanding of the jobs, parts, powers, & selection processes of each branch using a simple chart. This PDF resource is perfect if you are looking for a quick way for students to organize information about the executive, judicial, and legislative branch. Looking for a lesson on the branches of government? Check out these resources: Branches of Government Worksheet: Chart & Graphic O
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
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Free Summer Checkbook Balancing. Credit vs. Debit. Personal Finance. Budgeting.
Looking for a fun introduction to checkbook balancing? Students will use the pricing information to answer the questions and figure out the balance.Questions focus on:- Debit purchases- Money paid out in the form of checksComes with:- 3 worksheets- 3 answer keysLooking for similar worksheets? If so, please feel free to check out my other resources:Grocery Checkbook BalancingBreakfast Sales Tax, Tip, and DiscountSporting Goods Shopping Sales Tax and Checkbook BalancingTerms of Use:- This download
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6th - 9th
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Geography: Continents, Oceans, & Sea (Mapping/Research Activity)
The printable PDF contains a simple mapping assignment suitable for geography or social studies courses. It includes a blank map for coloring and labeling a selection of continents, seas, and oceans. Additionally, a web-quest component is also included in which students are tasked with conducting internet research to learn more about the seas of the world. The embedded grading scale provides an organized place to add the final score.
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6th - 12th
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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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