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5th grade social studies independent work packets for Easel Activities
Black History Month Reading Comprehension Passages Biographies Research Poster
Black History Month Activities made simple! Celebrate Black History Month with biography close reading passages your students will love to read! Grab these close-reading articles to help your students learn about important African Americans while they reflect on their lives with critical thinking reader reflection tasks.These activities are perfect to tie together important history and nonfiction reading.This pack has 4 biographies to help you teach about African Americans and includes critical
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Also included in: Famous Person Biography Reading Comprehension Passages Scientists
Role of Government and Responsible Citizenship Workbook (Grade 5 Social Studies)
This workbook covers the Grade 5 The Role of Government and Responsible Citizenship unit in the Ontario Social Studies 2018 curriculum (People and Environments).In this workbook, students will learn about various aspects of government and responsible citizenship. They will explore topics such as the role of government, different levels of government, municipal and provincial governments, the federal government, elections, taxes, Canadian citizenship, rights and responsibilities, the Charter of R
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5th
Also included in: Grade 5 Ontario Social Studies Workbook Bundle
Interactions of Indigenous Peoples and Europeans (Grade 5 Social Studies)
This workbook covers the Grade 5 Interactions of Indigenous Peoples and Europeans prior to 1713, in What Would Eventually Become Canada unit in the current 2018 Ontario Social Studies curriculum (Heritage and Identity).In this workbook, students will learn about various topics related to Canada's history before 1713 and the early interactions between Indigenous communities and European explorers. They will explore the different Indigenous communities such as the Anishinaabe, Cree, Haudenosaunee,
Grades:
5th
Also included in: Grade 5 Ontario Social Studies Workbook Bundle
Civil Rights Movement DIFFERENTIATED Reading Worksheets (SS5H6b)
Your students will love learning about the Civil Rights Movement with this engaging, no prep reading activity! This is perfect for adding literacy to your social studies curriculum because it’s academically-aligned for ELA and for social studies. Plus, it’s so easy to use that you can even leave it for sub plans!Resource Includes: 24 PagesDifferentiated Passages (Level A is higher than Level B)Main Idea/Key Details Graphic OrganizerWho, What, Where, When Graphic Organizer Matching Activity Mult
Grades:
4th - 6th
3 Branches of Government Civics Activities
Teaching the three branches of the U.S. government is an essential part of the U.S. History or Civics curriculum. This product is a concise and effective way of teaching the three branches of government. It can be used to meet the needs of all learners. There are a variety of activities included!This product includes the following:Reading passage: a one page reading passage about the 3 branches of governmentGraphic organizer: students can use to take notes as they read or to summarize what they
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5th - 12th
Veterans Day Worksheets Writing Activity Coloring Pages Word Search Letter Poem
You will download Veterans Day worksheets for your 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students to practice vocabulary, writing, coloring, word search, thank you letter writing, acrostic poem, and more.These printable Veterans Day worksheets work well for your early finishers, morning work, bell ringers, review homework, writing station or center activities, formative assessments, independent work packet, emergency sub plans, and as extra practice for your ESL and special education students.No prep Veterans
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4th - 7th
Inside Out And Back Again by Thanhha Lai Novel in Verse Unit
Inside Out And Back Again Newbery Honor Book by Thanhha Lai Novel in Verse Study is perfect for learning about immigration, coming-of-age, Vietnam War , U.S. history, refugees, similes and metaphors, character analysis, themes, and much MORE! This unit includes: 1. Objective & Benchmarks2. Pre-reading activity - Background history of Vietnam War3. During Reading Comprehension Questions along with history on Vietnamese immigration. 4. Post Reading Activities - Similes and Metaphors5. Vocabula
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4th - 6th
Les interactions avant 1713 (Grade 5 FRENCH Social Studies)
In this FRENCH workbook, students learn about Les interactions entre les communautés autochtones, et entre celles-ci et les Européens sur le territoire qui deviendra le Canada (avant 1713) (Interactions of Indigenous Peoples and Europeans prior to 1713, in What Would Eventually Become Canada) aligned with the Ontario Social Studies curriculum (Heritage and Identity). In this workbook, students will learn about various topics related to Canada's history before 1713 and the early interactions betw
Grades:
5th
Also included in: Grade 5 Ontario FRENCH Social Studies Workbook Bundle
United States Scavenger Hunt Internet Task Cards with Maps
United States Scavenger Hunt Handout and Internet Task Cards. Includes a fun fill-in-the-blank geography hunt of the United States, five U. S. maps, and 30 task cards for exploring the internet. On the scavenger hunt sheet, students will need to use a US map (included) and will have to use their map skills to answer the questions. There are 30 blanks worth 3 points each, and one bonus question. Answer Key included. Also includes 30 internet task cards and a recording sheet. Digital Resource an
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4th - 6th
I Survived the American Revolution 1776 Novel Guide
I Survived the American Revolution, 1776 Novel Guide is perfect for teaching American history, about Revolutionary War, social studies, and language arts. Formats: Printable & Nearpod (integrates with Google Classroom) The novel guide includes; Learning ObjectivesPre, during and post reading activitiesChapter by chapter comprehension questionsWord searchWords in contextCause & Effect ActivityNew vocabularyCharacter AnalysisKLW Chart Nearpod Teacher Access is included on the last page of
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Also included in: I Survived Series BUNDLE
September 11 Reading Comprehension Passage and Easel Activity
September 11 or Patriot Day activity for upper grades. A kid-friendly informational text reading passage of the events of 9-11 with comprehension questions, and a flag coloring sheet. Includes original photos of the fire department memorial at Ground Zero. Students read the nonfiction story or have it read to them and look at the photos and discuss what happened on 9/11. (Can be projected for the whole class to see.) Then they answer the comprehension questions and write an acrostic poem for Pat
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Black History Month Biographies & Reading Activities 4th & 5th Grade
These Black History Month biographies and activities showcase the lives of important men and women who have had a major impact on Black History. This set includes nonfiction reading passages with questions that help you teach 4th and 5th grade Black History in a meaningful way.Each biography also has graphic organizers and text-aligned life timelines that help your students dig deeper into the achievements of African-Americans. With these additions, you can use this activity set for ELA and Soci
Grades:
4th - 6th
Major Events of WW2 DIGITAL DIFFERENTIATED Reading (SS5H4, SS5H4b)
Your students will love learning about the major events of WWII with this engaging, no prep reading activity! This is perfect for adding literacy to your social studies curriculum because it’s academically-aligned for ELA and for social studies. Plus, it’s so easy to use that you can even leave it for sub plans!Resource Includes: PRINT AND DIGITAL VERSIONS• Differentiated Passages (Level A is higher than Level B)• Graphic Organizer • Matching Activity • Multiple Choice Activity • Constructed Res
Grades:
4th - 6th
United States Complete Primary Source Analysis Bundled Set Civil War- Modern Day
This is the ULTIMATE U.S. History Primary Source Analysis Complete Bundle Set that will save you time and energy as you prepare your students to practice the valuable Social Studies skill. From the Civil War to Modern America, the bundle includes 84 pages of images, quotes, charts, graphs and so much more with guiding questions for better student understanding or review of the social, economic, and political changes for each major national era and the decades from 1860 to 2014. Topics begin wi
Grades:
5th - 11th
Also included in: U.S. History Custom Bundle
Novel Study The Birchbark House by Louise Erdrich--includes DIGITAL file options
Now includes NEW RIGOROUS Final Exam (m/c) with some PARCC-style, Part A, Part B questions; some require students to select two answers.This is a 140 page Common Core aligned no prep novel study for The Birchbark House, by Louise Erdrich. This novel study teaching unit has everything that you will need to teach and assess the novel. The table of contents makes finding information quick and easy. The 40-page student packet is perfect for literature circles or independent work. ALL ANSWER KEYS ARE
Grades:
5th - 7th
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Also included in: 5th Grade Novel Study Bundle: SS, STEAM, & Classic Lit (Print + DIGITAL)
L’action gouvernementale et citoyenne (Grade 5 FRENCH Social Studies)
In this FRENCH workbook, students learn about L’action gouvernementale et citoyenne (The Role of Government and Responsible Citizenship) in accordance with the Ontario Social Studies curriculum (People and Environments). In this workbook, students will learn about various aspects of government and responsible citizenship. They will explore topics such as the role of government, different levels of government, municipal and provincial governments, the federal government, elections, taxes, Canadia
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5th
Also included in: Grade 5 Ontario FRENCH Social Studies Workbook Bundle
U.S. States & Capitals Maps, Worksheets, Assessments - U.S. Geography Practice
Teach the U.S. states and capitals easily with this set of U.S. maps, worksheets and assessments. This resource can be used independently or to supplement other U.S. states and geography curriculum. Perfect for both classroom and homeschool!Includes: Reference list of all the states with their capitalsBlack and white Map of the U.S. with states and capitals labeledBlank map of the U.S. for practiceColor map of the U.S. with states labeledPractice sheets to match the state with the capitalTest s
Grades:
4th - 7th
The Titanic Activities Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions Close Read
Looking for Titanic activities that are high-interest and standards aligned to engage your students? This print-and-go set includes engaging reading passages designed specifically for upper elementary students to tie together history and nonfiction reading.Students will learn and think critically about the sequence of events surrounding the Titanic accident, the causes of the accident, and the stories of different survivors.Plus, engaging and text-dependent reading activities are included to hel
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Also included in: Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction 3rd 4th 5th Social Studies
Famous African American Inventors Research Project: Black History Month Activity
Explore the lives of 27 famous African American inventors and their inventions. Four scaffolded research sheets control the depth of your project. Themed templates with photos make a great display or bulletin board. You can use the activities during Black History Month or anytime.Open the preview to take a closer look.This activity is scalable. If you're short on time, you can use less pages. Would you like a full-blown research project? Use them all. (Or you can do something more in the middle.
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4th - 6th
Also included in: Diverse Inventors Research Project and Display Bundle
Nonfiction Unit: We Are the Ship by Kadir Nelson (Print + DIGITAL)
This is a 95-page, Common Core aligned book study for the nonfiction text, We Are the Ship: The Story of Negro League Baseball by Kadir Nelson. This book study teaching unit has everything that you will need to teach and assess the novel. Includes step-by-step instructions for CEPA (Curriculum Embedded Performance Assessment) plus FUN dice game where students answer comprehension questions to move from start to finish. The table of contents makes finding information quick and easy. ALL ANSWER KE
Grades:
4th - 7th
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Also included in: Baseball Book Study Bundle (Print + DIGITAL)
Towers Falling by Jewell Parker Rhodes The Story of 9/11 Novel Guide
Towers Falling by Jewell Parker Rhodes Novel Guide. Ideal realistic fiction resource that masterfully tells the story of September 11th, the fallen towers and their legacy, which lives on in all of us. History is alive.This pack includes:Chapter-by-chapter reading comprehension questions and answers. Character(s) analysis New VocabularyCause & Effect ChartKLW ChartThemes ActivityEssay TopicExtension ResourcesThis resource is great for: Teaching about American HistoryTeaching about September
Grades:
4th - 7th
Novel Study: Dead End in Norvelt by Jack Gantos (Print + DIGITAL)
This is a 100+ page Common Core aligned NO PREP novel study for the 2012 Newbery Medal winner, Dead End in Norvelt by Jack Gantos. This novel study teaching unit has everything that you will need to teach and assess the novel. The table of contents makes finding information quick and easy. The 31-page student packet is perfect for literature circles or independent work. ALL ANSWER KEYS ARE INCLUDED. GO DIGITAL! Choose printed or paperless resources! The student packet, quizzes, crossword puzzle,
Grades:
4th - 6th
Also included in: 4th, 5th, & 6th Newbery Bundle
Black History Month Bulletin Board Research Project: 32 Famous African Americans
Explore the lives of 32 African American leaders and create a striking photo bulletin board. Your research project can be short, detailed, or differentiated. It's great for studying famous people during Black History Month.Open the preview to get a closer look.This project is scalable. If you're short on time, you can use less pages. Want a full-blown research project? Use them all. (Or you can do something more in the middle.)For the quickest activity, print the templates with large pictures of
Grades:
4th - 6th
I Survived THE DESTRUCTION OF POMPEII Comprehension (Answer Key Included)
One page per chapter plus answer keyRationale for using Text Evidence and Comprehension packets:This approach provides a way for students to engage in critical thinking and reflection as they respond to what they have read. Citing textual evidence requires students to look back into the text for evidence to support an idea, answer a question or make a claim. This skill combined with comprehension questions on DOK Levels 1, 2, & 3 leads students to think deeply about what they have read. (In
Grades:
3rd - 5th
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