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5th grade social studies task cards for Google Apps
Titanic Passenger Research Activity
Dig into history and research the passengers aboard the Titanic with this printable and digital reproduction of tickets aboard the Titanic! Use the interactive, Google Slides version to explore and research 36 different Titanic. Each of the 36 different tickets uses the real names of Titanic passengers. **This resource was COMPLETELY updated April 2021**What is included in this Titanic Passenger Tickets Research Activity?This activity comes in three versions (see the 'PREVIEW' for a visual of
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3rd - 8th
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Lewis and Clark Expedition Map Activity & Task Cards | Print & Digital
This engaging Lewis and Clark map activity is an excellent supplement for your Westward Expansion unit! The printable and digital map lesson provides students with a great visual for learning about the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Printable and digital task cards are also included for students to put events of the expedition in chronological order. **This resource is part of the printable and digital Lewis and Clark Unit Bundle. It includes 5 NO PREP Lewis and Clark resources at a 30% discount p
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Lewis and Clark Expedition Unit Bundle | Printable & Digital Activities
Ancient Rome Reading Stations & Graphic Organizer Worksheet: Digital & Print
This content-rich, student-centered, and interactive activity has seven stations detailing the (GRAPES) geography, achievements, social classes, leadership (government and laws), economy, and religion of Ancient Rome. The readings include pictures, charts, and maps. Questions and interactive mini-activities are underneath the reading and on a separate worksheet for teacher choice. An answer key is included! Teacher instructions and 5 different activity ideas for the same Common Core readings are
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4th - 10th
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The Preamble to the Constitution Activities | Printable & Digital
Everything you need to ensure students completely understand the meaning and purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution! This Common Core aligned lesson includes a close reading, matching activity, class preamble, and exit ticket! Printable PDF and Google Drive versions are included.**This resource is part of the no-prep Constitution Unit Bundle. It includes SEVEN printable and digital resources at a 30% discount price! A FREE Constitution word search is also included with the bundle!! Cli
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â US Constitution Unit Bundle | Printable and Digital Lessons
The 5 Regions of the United States- Scavenger hunt -Distance Learning
This is a scavenger hunt for the five regions of the United States. In this pack you will find 20 cards and a worksheet with questions. There are four cards for every region. They will be able to answer the questions on the worksheet using the cards. I like to hang the cards around the room and get the kids up and out of their seats.Directions: There are 20 cards, each with a fun fact. You cut the cards apart and hang them around the room. The students then "hunt" for each of the cards. Each stu
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2nd - 6th
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Also included in:Â Scavenger Hunt Bundle
Charter of Rights and Freedoms: Case Study Task Cards & Distance Learning
This resource contains 16 case studies to help students understand the rights and freedoms in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Students have the opportunity to read about each case study and answer a question pertaining to the case. Take a look at our video preview to know if this resource is right for you. What's included:- 16 half-page case studies (coloured and black and white)- Student answer pages- A blank student answer page (in case you want to pick and choose which case studi
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5th - 7th
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Abbreviations Worksheet: Rules, Task Cards, Anchor Chart, Assessments Activities
Abbreviations Activities: Rules, Task Cards, Worksheets Practice with US MapsAre you looking for abbreviations worksheets, practice pages, task cards, lists, abbreviation rules, and assessments? You've come to the right spot! This abbreviations activities product includes:One page of teacher's notesSeven reference/instructional pages, which include the abbreviations lists by category36 task cards with three distinct question typesAn answer sheetAn answer keyBlack-and-white study sheets for eas
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in:Â Kirsten's Kaboodle Multi-Level Storewide ELA Task Cards BUNDLE Digital
Space Race Whodunnit Activity - Printable & Digital Game Options
Nothing like a good criminal investigation to liven up social studies class! Based off my popular CSI projects, I have created Whodunnits? The Whodunnits plan to focus on single content topics as opposed to units and will focus more on skill building than application. Every day can't be a project day, so Whodunnits can be an engaging out-of-their-seat activity to practice important skills. In a Whodunnit, students will work in teams to solve 10 practice problems that increase in difficulty. Afte
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â U.S. History Whodunnit Activity Bundle - Printable & Digital Game Options
Push and Pull Factors Digital Card Sort - Google Slides Activity
Students will use Google Slides to sort push and pull factors into the correct categories. Use this activity when discussing geography, historical thinking skills, culture, and human migration. Google Slides assignment ready to go - no prep! Simply assign in Google Classroom and make a copy for each student.Great for a quick review or bellwork!Writing extension assignment to challenge students to think critically and practice written responses.Answer key included!
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4th - 8th
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The Constitution, Declaration of Independence and Bill of Rights Scavenger Hunt
This is a scavenger hunt for The Constitution, Declaration of Independence and the Bill of Rights. In this pack you will find 16 cards and a worksheet with questions. They will be able to answer the questions on the worksheet using the cards. I like to hang the cards around the room and get the kids up and out of their seats.**updated to include a digital file 4/14/2020** **Great for distance learning!**Directions: There are 16 cards, each with a fun fact. You cut the cards apart and hang them a
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1st - 5th
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Also included in:Â Scavenger Hunt Bundle
Primary & Secondary Sources DIGITAL Task Card Set (upper elementary)
Use your Google Drive to review the skill of identifying primary or secondary sources of information using a fun, interactive DIGITAL task card format! (Card sets can easily be printed if that method is preferred!) Students will scroll through 15 colorful task cards to demonstrate their knowledge on identifying types of sources. By providing 15 real world examples of primary and secondary sources on bright cards, students will have multiple opportunities to strengthen the skills associated with
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3rd - 6th
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Declaration of Independence Whodunnit Activity - Printable & Digital Game Option
Nothing like a good criminal investigation to liven up social studies class! Based off my popular CSI projects, I have created Whodunnits? The Whodunnits plan to focus on single content topics as opposed to units and will focus more on skill building than application. Every day can't be a project day, so Whodunnits can be an engaging out-of-their-seat activity to practice important skills. In a Whodunnit, students will work in teams to solve 10 practice problems that increase in difficulty. Afte
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Declaration of Independence -- U.S. History Curriculum Unit Bundle
Federalism: Balanced Powers Whodunnit Activity - Printable & Digital Game
Nothing like a good criminal investigation to liven up social studies class! Based off my popular CSI projects, I have created Whodunnits? The Whodunnits plan to focus on single content topics as opposed to units and will focus more on skill building than application. Every day can't be a project day, so Whodunnits can be an engaging out-of-their-seat activity to practice important skills. In a Whodunnit, students will work in teams to solve 10 practice problems that increase in difficulty. Afte
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5th - 10th
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Digital Quick Check for Map Skills in Google Forms/Distance Learning
Use Google Drive to access my MAP SKILLS QUICK CHECK for an easy way to monitor and assess students’ progress for this important skill in the intermediate grades. I created a Google Form that closely aligns with the format and content encountered on the new technology-based state tests. Students will be asked to analyze 20 given maps, graphics, pictures, and questions and apply their knowledge of map skills in the area of cardinal/intermediate directions, map scale, map legend, continents/oceans
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in:Â Bundle of 4th Grade Social Studies Google Drive Units
First Continental Congress Whodunnit Activity - Printable & Digital Game Options
Nothing like a good criminal investigation to liven up social studies class! Based off my popular CSI projects, I have created Whodunnits? The Whodunnits plan to focus on single content topics as opposed to units and will focus more on skill building than application. Every day can't be a project day, so Whodunnits can be an engaging out-of-their-seat activity to practice important skills. In a Whodunnit, students will work in teams to solve 10 practice problems that increase in difficulty. Afte
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Declaration of Independence -- U.S. History Curriculum Unit Bundle
American Imperialism Whodunnit Activity - Printable & Digital Game Options
***THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN UPDATED WITH A GOOGLE SLIDES INTERACTIVE VERSION INCLUDED. REDOWNLOAD IF YOU HAVE IT ALREADY***Nothing like a good criminal investigation to liven up social studies class! Based off my popular CSI projects, I have created Whodunnits? The Whodunnits plan to focus on single content topics as opposed to units and will focus more on skill building than application. Every day can't be a project day, so Whodunnits can be an engaging out-of-their-seat activity to practice impor
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â U.S. History Whodunnit Activity Bundle - Printable & Digital Game Options
Digital BOOM Task Cards: Map Skills for 4th and 5th Grade
Use BOOM cards for a super engaging, fun way to practice map skills! Students will scroll through and receive immediate feedback when interacting with 20 colorful task cards to reinforce skills such as cardinal and intermediate directions, continents & oceans, map scale, map features, relative directions, and much more! What exactly are BOOM Cards??They are digital task cards that provide immediate feedback as students interact with them! They can be easily be uploaded and used on chromebook
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in:Â Social Studies BOOM Card Bundle for 4th and 5th Grade
World War I Alliances Whodunnit Activity - Printable & Digital Game Options
Nothing like a good criminal investigation to liven up social studies class! Based off my popular CSI projects, I have created Whodunnits? The Whodunnits plan to focus on single content topics as opposed to units and will focus more on skill building than application. Every day can't be a project day, so Whodunnits can be an engaging out-of-their-seat activity to practice important skills. In a Whodunnit, students will work in teams to solve 10 practice problems that increase in difficulty. Afte
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â World War I -- U.S. History Curriculum Unit Bundle
Ancient Egypt Civilization Whodunnit Activity - Printable & Digital Game Options
Nothing like a good criminal investigation to liven up Ancient Egypt! Based off my popular CSI projects, I have created Whodunnits? The Whodunnits plan to focus on single content topics as opposed to units and will focus more on skill building than application. Every day can't be a project day, so Whodunnits can be an engaging out-of-their-seat activity to practice important skills. In a Whodunnit, students will work in teams to solve 10 practice problems that increase in difficulty. After each
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Egypt -- World History Curriculum Unit Bundle
Pilgrims & Puritans Whodunnit Activity - Printable & Digital Game Options
Nothing like a good criminal investigation to liven up social studies class! Based off my popular CSI projects, I have created Whodunnits? The Whodunnits plan to focus on single content topics as opposed to units and will focus more on skill building than application. Every day can't be a project day, so Whodunnits can be an engaging out-of-their-seat activity to practice important skills. In a Whodunnit, students will work in teams to solve 10 practice problems that increase in difficulty. Afte
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Pilgrims & Early Settlements -- U.S. History Curriculum Unit Bundle
U.S. Government & Civics Exit Tickets Set - Digital & Printable
U.S. Government & Civics Exit Tickets Set - Digital & PDFThis resource is a set of 20 pages of U.S. Government & Civics themed exit tickets, bell ringers, review questions - these formative assessments can be used as different classroom activities. This resource includes each exit ticket in both PDF and Google Slides formats. The digital slides are included in both one complete document and individually, so that teachers can easily assign just one ticket to students.Each ticket inclu
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4th - 6th
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Also included in:Â American History Exit Ticket Bundle US Geography - Westward Movement
Trail of Tears Presentation and Digital Tasks 4th and 5th Grade SS4h3b
This is a Trail of Tears lesson for 4th grade social studies (or other upper elementary social studies lessons). It takes students through natives' efforts in assimilation, then resistance, and ultimately, removal.Includes: Presentation slides covering assimilation efforts, Andrew Jackson, Indian Removal Act, Cherokee resistance, and the Trail of Tears and its impactDigital (can be printed, too) task slides with many social studies skill-based questions, including critical thinking, map labeling
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Grades:
4th - 5th
Middle Colonies Whodunnit Activity - Printable & Digital Game Options
Nothing like a good criminal investigation to liven up social studies class! Based off my popular CSI projects, I have created Whodunnits? The Whodunnits plan to focus on single content topics as opposed to units and will focus more on skill building than application. Every day can't be a project day, so Whodunnits can be an engaging out-of-their-seat activity to practice important skills. In a Whodunnit, students will work in teams to solve 10 practice problems that increase in difficulty. Afte
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â 13 Colonies -- U.S. History Curriculum Unit Bundle
French & Indian War Effects Whodunnit Activity - Printable & Digital Game Option
Nothing like a good criminal investigation to liven up social studies class! Based off my popular CSI projects, I have created Whodunnits? The Whodunnits plan to focus on single content topics as opposed to units and will focus more on skill building than application. Every day can't be a project day, so Whodunnits can be an engaging out-of-their-seat activity to practice important skills. In a Whodunnit, students will work in teams to solve 10 practice problems that increase in difficulty. Afte
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â French & Indian War -- U.S. History Curriculum Unit Bundle
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