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2nd grade social studies scaffolded notes $5-10
Note-Taking Bundle
This bundle includes 6 products for all levels of note-takers, from 2nd grade beginners to advanced high school students. It supports and instructs students on how to take effective notes. Use the templates that work for your learners and gradually introduce new templates as your students are ready. Specific templates are included for science, social studies/history, math, and coding language arts texts. In addition, general templates are included that can be used with ANY history/social scien
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2nd - 12th
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French Core Immersion Notebook/Cahier Interactif Géographie /Social studies
Cahier interactif de géographie. French GeographyLa rose des vents*La ligne du temps*Les océans*La carte géographique* La légende* Latitude longitude*MéridiensInspiré de la Progression des Apprentissages1. Le Guide de l'enseignant comprend les détails, les notions et les suggestions de mise en page (avec photos). - Connaissances liées à l'organisation d'une société sur son territoire- Techniques particulières à la géographie et à l'histoire2. Le cahier de l'élève comprend plus de 50 activités pr
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1st - 6th
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Also included in: 8 cahiers interactifs en Géographie et Histoire Bundle
Holidays Around the World - Christmas in Italy - Printable and Digital!
Learn all about Christmas in Italy with this brand-new, engaging, and fun packet! I’ve included information sheets, vocabulary cards, a digital slideshow with real photographs, a digital Jeopardy-style quiz game, as well as additional digital resources (video, music, and book recommendations). There is also a section of printables, including a variety of note-taking organizers, reading response pages, coloring pages, writing sheets, as well as souvenir craft and treat ideas for a fun day of lear
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K - 2nd
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Types of Maps | Social Studies Mini Unit
Engage your students like never before with this Types of Maps Social Studies Unit! See the preview above to get a sneak peak at all the great components of this resource! This Resource Includes: •Teacher Guide•Identifying Types of Maps Task Cards•Types of Maps Worksheet/INB Activity (differentiated)•Types of Maps Assessment•Answer Keys•PowerPoint:This PowerPoint was designed to be an introduction to the skill. It is short enough to be used as a mini lesson. The slides can also be printed out to
Grades:
2nd - 5th
American Hero Writing Activities- Differentiated for First Grade
Use this one massive packet to teach all of Georgia's Famous Americans to your first graders! These American Hero Writing Prompts are perfect to add to your Social Studies lesson plans! I designed these activities with the goal of getting young children excited about writing and about our US heroes. They're so easy to make - all you do is print and all students do is write, color, cut, and glue for an instant bulletin board or fun thing to take home to show their family. All of the images are in
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K - 2nd
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5 Strands of Social Studies Activity and Presentation
Five Strands of Social Studies The Five Strands of Social Studies are the lens that students should use when learning about an area. This resource includes the following:Powerpoint Presentation (not editable) Note-taking GuideEssential QuestionsEssential Questions Checkpoint Strand SortReference GuidePicture Drawing Customer Tips:How to get TPT credit to use on future purchases:• Please go to your My Purchases page (you may need to login). Beside each purchase you'll see a Provide Feedback butto
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Grades:
2nd - 6th
Flag Stand and World Map Control of Error Montessori
A printable product that will give your children a control of error when learning the country flags on the Flag Stand in your Montessori classroom. Print it A4 or A3 for greater clarity. The lines are clear and do not cross one another to ensure that there is no confusion when using this control of error.
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PreK - 5th
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4-ESS2-2
CKLA Aligned 2nd Grade Greek Myths Journal
This Greek myth journal is aligned to the lessons for CKLA second grade knowledge unit 4. The only lesson omitted in this journal is lesson 8, as it is an extension of the previous Hercules story, and students will be spending more time drafting a Greek myth on that day. There is a completed version of the booklet (minus the questions) and a differentiated version that requires less writing.
Grades:
2nd
Democracy & Charter Presentation, Scaffolded Notes, Alberta Grade 6 Social
The objective of this lesson is to introduce students to the concept of democracy and the basics of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.Notes sheet to accompany PowerPoint of the same name (Included in Bundle)Lesson Plan also included.6.1.1recognize and respect the democratic rights of all citizens in Canada (C, I) value the role of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms in protecting individual and collective rights and freedoms (I, PADM) recognize the influence of historical event
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1st - 12th
Ancient Athens Democracy Scaffolded Notes - Alberta Grade 6 Social Studies
The objective of this lesson is to introduce students to the government system of Ancient Athens incorporating class structure and gender divides of Ancient Athens.6.2.3 analyze the structure and functions of the democratic system in ancient Athens by exploring and reflecting upon the following questions and issues: How was the government of ancient Athens structured? (PADM)How did the structure of the government in ancient Athens provide opportunities for citizens to participate in decision mak
Grades:
1st - 12th
Types of Communities Research Unit Plan
Elementary students are introduced to the three types of communities through brief passages about each type of community! From there, teachers can deepen students' understanding of communities by following the recommendations in the lesson plans for researching additional details through books, videos, or other district resources. Students can record their details in the notes chart included. There is also a list of culminating ideas for students to showcase their learning.What you will get in t
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2nd
Local Government Presentation - Alberta Grade 6 Social Studies
The objective of this lesson is to introduce students to the roles and responsibilities of local government. Presentation on introducing local government concepts according to the Alberta curriculum.6.1.4 Analyze the structure and functions of local governments in Alberta by exploring and reflecting upon the following questions and issues:How are representatives chosen to form a local government (i.e., electoral process)? (PADM)What are the responsibilities of local governments (i.e., bylaws, ta
Grades:
1st - 12th
Provincial Government Scaffolded Notes - Alberta Grade 6 Social Studies
The objective of this lesson is to introduce students to Provincial government, the structure, purpose, and process of joining/participating. Presentation on introducing provincial government concepts according to the Alberta curriculum.6.1.5 analyze the structure and functions of Alberta’s provincial government by exploring and reflecting upon the following questions and issues:How is the provincial government structured? (PADM)What is the role and status of the Lieutenant Governor within the p
Grades:
1st - 12th
New France Presentation - Alberta Grade 7 Social Studies
The objective of this lesson is to introduce students to New France, the settlement of New France, and the structure of society in New France. The focus here is to have students learn and be able to recall prior information on explorers and understand the founding factors of New France and how they might impact the future formation of Canada. 7.1.3 - Compare and contrast diverse social and economic structures within the societies of Aboriginal, French and British peoples in pre-Confederation Can
Grades:
1st - 12th
Also included in: New France Presentation, Scaffolded Notes - Alberta 7 Social
Fur Trade and Competition Presentation - Alberta Grade 7 Social Studies
The objective of this lesson is to introduce students to the fur trade, its key players and their interests, and the impact it had on North America as well as Canadian history. The focus here is to have students learn why different groups took an interest in the fur trade as well as how the fur trade changed Indigenous societies. This will build on prior knowledge students have gained about first contact in Canada, as well as the origins of both British and French establishments in North America
Grades:
1st - 12th
Fur Trade and Competition Scaffolded Notes - Alberta Grade 7 Social Studies
The objective of this lesson is to introduce students to the fur trade, its key players and their interests, and the impact it had on North America as well as Canadian history. The focus here is to have students learn why different groups took an interest in the fur trade as well as how the fur trade changed Indigenous societies. This will build on prior knowledge students have gained about first contact in Canada, as well as the origins of both British and French establishments in North America
Grades:
1st - 12th
British Explorers Presentation - Alberta Grade 7 Social Studies
The objective of this lesson is to introduce students to the 13 colonies, the settlement of New England, and the differences between New France and the 13 colonies. The focus here is to have students learn why the British took an interest in North America, as well as how their systems of colonization differed from those of New France / France.7.1.3 - Compare and contrast diverse social and economic structures within the societies of Aboriginal, French and British peoples in pre-Confederation Can
Grades:
1st - 12th
Also included in: British Explorers Presentation, Scaffolded Notes - Alberta 7 Social
British Explorers Scaffolded Notes - Alberta Grade 7 Social Studies
The objective of this lesson is to introduce students to the 13 colonies, the settlement of New England, and the differences between New France and the 13 colonies. The focus here is to have students learn why the British took an interest in North America, as well as how their systems of colonization differed from those of New France / France.7.1.3 - Compare and contrast diverse social and economic structures within the societies of Aboriginal, French and British peoples in pre-Confederation Can
Grades:
1st - 12th
Also included in: British Explorers Presentation, Scaffolded Notes - Alberta 7 Social
New France Scaffolded Notes - Alberta Grade 7 Social Studies
The objective of this lesson is to introduce students to New France, the settlement of New France, and the structure of society in New France. The focus here is to have students learn and be able to recall prior information on explorers and understand the founding factors of New France and how they might impact the future formation of Canada. 7.1.3 - Compare and contrast diverse social and economic structures within the societies of Aboriginal, French and British peoples in pre-Confederation Can
Grades:
1st - 12th
Also included in: New France Presentation, Scaffolded Notes - Alberta 7 Social
Local Government Scaffolded Notes - Alberta Grade 6 Social Studies
The objective of this lesson is to introduce students to the roles and responsibilities of local government. Presentation on introducing local government concepts according to the Alberta curriculum.6.1.4 Analyze the structure and functions of local governments in Alberta by exploring and reflecting upon the following questions and issues:How are representatives chosen to form a local government (i.e., electoral process)? (PADM)What are the responsibilities of local governments (i.e., bylaws, ta
Grades:
1st - 12th
First Contact French Explorers Scaffolded Notes - Alberta Grade 7 Social Studies
The objective of this lesson is to introduce students to European exploration, reasons for exploration, and first contact narratives to grade 7 students. The focus here is to have students learn and be able to recall the main reasons for exploration (commerce, competition, Christianity, curiosity).7.1.3 - Compare and contrast diverse social and economic structures within the societies of Aboriginal, French and British peoples in pre-Confederation Canada by exploring and reflecting upon the follo
Grades:
1st - 12th
First Contact French Explorers Presentation - Alberta Grade 7 Social Studies
The objective of this lesson is to introduce students to European exploration, reasons for exploration, and first contact narratives to grade 7 students. The focus here is to have students learn and be able to recall the main reasons for exploration (commerce, competition, Christianity, curiosity).7.1.3 - Compare and contrast diverse social and economic structures within the societies of Aboriginal, French and British peoples in pre-Confederation Canada by exploring and reflecting upon the follo
Grades:
1st - 12th
Introduction to Imperialism Scaffolded Notes - Alberta Grade 7 Social Studies
The objective of this lesson is to introduce students to European Imperialism, the driving factors, and the motivation to colonize for various European nations, as well as the impact on Indigenous peoples.7.1.3 - Compare and contrast diverse social and economic structures within the societies of Aboriginal, French and British peoples in pre-Confederation Canada by exploring and reflecting upon the following questions and issues: What were the social and economic factors of European imperialism?
Grades:
1st - 12th
Introduction to Imperialism Presentation - Alberta Grade 7 Social Studies
The objective of this lesson is to introduce students to European Imperialism, the driving factors, and the motivation to colonize for various European nations, as well as the impact on Indigenous peoples.7.1.3 - Compare and contrast diverse social and economic structures within the societies of Aboriginal, French and British peoples in pre-Confederation Canada by exploring and reflecting upon the following questions and issues: What were the social and economic factors of European imperialism?
Grades:
1st - 12th
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