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Preview of Community Signs Skill Pack Leveled for Special Education - Life Skills

Community Signs Skill Pack Leveled for Special Education - Life Skills

Do your students need a high level of varied practice in order to learn community signs? This community signs skill pack will help your students progress from identifying a sign to understanding what the community signs mean. Being able to identify and understand community signs is a crucial life skill. These activities help students recognize and understand the meaning of the different signs.This life skills and social studies set is already differentiated for you. There are 3 levels included t
Preview of End of the Year Memory Book | Task Cards and Digital and Printable Book Options

End of the Year Memory Book | Task Cards and Digital and Printable Book Options

Looking for an engaging end of the year resource that helps students to reflect on their school year? This End of the Year Memory Book is the perfect upper elementary activity! Your students will LOVE this multi-purpose end of the year task cards and memory book resource that can be done DIGITALLY or with traditional pencil and paper! There are three different ways you can use this end of the year memory book:Google Slides Collaborative Memory Book: There are 32 slides that each have a differen
Preview of Last Day of School Task Cards

Last Day of School Task Cards

Created by
Miss 5th
Need a fun activity for the last day of school?! Use these LAST DAY task cards to get your kids reflecting on the year they had. The questions on the cards call for thorough responses and will make them really think about the memories they've made, things they've learned, accomplishments they've achieved, etc. The cards can be placed around the room (or all in one area if you prefer it that way), or you can share the DIGITAL VERSION with them. The students will record their answers on the record
Preview of Spanish Speaking Countries BUNDLE Project Maps Flip Book Quizzes + DIGITAL

Spanish Speaking Countries BUNDLE Project Maps Flip Book Quizzes + DIGITAL

Created by
Sra Cruz
This money-saving bundle has everything you need to teach the Spanish-speaking countries, their locations, and capitals! Includes maps, quizzes, project, activities, and more! Save over 30% on this bundle of the following items:Spanish-Speaking Countries Flip BookNo cut, no waste, 6 page / 3 pieces of paper printable flip bookDigital flip book in Google Slides for paperless or distance learningWestern Europe map to label SpainWest Africa map to label Equatorial GuineaCentral America / North Am
Preview of Topographic Map Activity and Topographic Map Worksheets Bundle

Topographic Map Activity and Topographic Map Worksheets Bundle

Created by
Beakers and Ink
Reading topographic maps is an easy skill to teach with this complete topographic map bundle. You will save hours of planning time with all of the no-prep resources in this digital and print lesson and topographic map activity. The resources included in this bundle of topographic map activities will teach your students to read contour lines, determine contour intervals, and identify elevation. The digital version can easily be shared in Google Classroom.Included in this topographic map activit
Preview of Ancient Rome Reading Stations & Graphic Organizer Worksheet: Digital & Print

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
Preview of Black Death or Bubonic Plague History, Science & Math Lesson Activity Set

Black Death or Bubonic Plague History, Science & Math Lesson Activity Set

This is a completely cross-curricular class lesson in history (Middle Ages or Feudal Europe), science, and math! This product is a collaboration of history, science, and math teachers! Here’s what’s included:⭐A fun introduction handshake-spread of disease simulation with lesson instructions, discussion questions and lesson introduction reading. Students simulate/experience how diseases spread exponentially!⭐A Science Behind the Bubonic Plague reading with a graphic organizer!⭐A History Behind th
Preview of BUNDLED September Unique Learning Systems Task Boxes- Unit 1 Government

BUNDLED September Unique Learning Systems Task Boxes- Unit 1 Government

Created by
Michelle Breaux
**Save 40%** Need extra independent tasks to pair with Unique Learning System (ULS) lessons? I’ve got you covered! These interactive independent task boxes & work stations use Symbolstix images to coordinate with the Unique Learning System (ULS) September Unit 1--Government Rules & Laws. **monthly digital versions coming soon!**This file includes:* addition task cards (1-10) with worksheet* subtraction task cards (1-10) with worksheet * tens frames 1-10* tens frames to 1-20* tens frames
Preview of Spanish 1 Review Bundle | Grammar Vocabulary | Spanish Games Task Cards More!

Spanish 1 Review Bundle | Grammar Vocabulary | Spanish Games Task Cards More!

Created by
La Profe Plotts
Engage your Spanish 1 students with fun end of the year review activities they will love. The Spanish 1 review resources include activities thoughtfully designed to give your students a well-rounded review of the topics covered in your Spanish 1 class this year. Your students will love practicing their Spanish skills with activities that include task cards, Boom Cards, conversation cards, and a Jeopardy-style trivia game. The game-like feel of these activities will keep your students engaged as
Preview of English Reading & Writing Bell Ringers Exit Slips Pack Vol 1

English Reading & Writing Bell Ringers Exit Slips Pack Vol 1

Created by
Tracee Orman
Common Core Reading and Writing Bell Ringers Exit Slips BUNDLE, Volume 1 This IS included in my growing bundle: ALL of My Bell Ringer and Exit Slip Resources. Do you need a collection of ready-to-print bell ringers/exit slips that you can use all year long? Try my bundle of 155 unique activities that can be used more than once throughout the year. *Newly updated to include back-to-school icebreaker activities AND signs to hang on your bulletin board or other display to showcase student work. I
Preview of World War 2 Task Cards: Battles, People, & Events of WW2

World War 2 Task Cards: Battles, People, & Events of WW2

This fantastic set of task cards for World War II includes 40 activity cards to cover everything related to the war for a World or US History class. The download features 10 pages with 4 cards each to engage students. These can be cut up and placed around the room as stations, given to groups at a table, or gone through individually to cover all the different aspects of WW2.A recording sheet is included for students to write their answers on as well as an answer key for your convenience.These ma
Preview of World War I Project Menu- No prep, share and go!

World War I Project Menu- No prep, share and go!

Created by
Class with Mrs B
This no prep, share or print and go project menu gives students the opportunity to be engaged in activities which deepen their understanding of World War I while sharpening their critical thinking, writing, research, and even artistic skills. Since this is a PDF file, this product may be easily shared with students so that they may view directions virtually and complete project activities either virtually or on paper. A detailed grading rubric is included for each option, as well as specific ins
Preview of Depth and Complexity  Critical Thinking Task Cards Bundle

Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Task Cards Bundle

Created by
Teacher Thrive
Add depth and complexity to your instruction with this Critical Thinking Task Cards Bundle! You are getting all 3 (Science, History and/or Social Studies, and Literature) of my Critical Thinking Task Cards. That's 264 unique task cards! These sets are $21.00 if purchased separately; Save $4!These tasks cards allow students to deeply analyze any fiction and nonfiction reading material through 11 topics of critical thinking: Big Ideas, Rules, Trends, Patterns, Language of the Discipline, Ethics,
Preview of Primary Sources Activities - Primary vs. Secondary Sources Lessons Task Cards

Primary Sources Activities - Primary vs. Secondary Sources Lessons Task Cards

Identify primary sources and differentiate between primary sources vs. secondary sources with this engaging mini-unit! Primary sources activities include an introductory slide presentation or primary sources powerpoint, Primary vs. Secondary Sources Task Cards, and a Primary Source Analysis activity. Your students will benefit by improving their ability to select credible sources during research!Use these materials to introduce primary sources or to implement primary sources document analysis!Th
Preview of Vocational Stocking Practice with Personal Care Products Work Task Box Activity

Vocational Stocking Practice with Personal Care Products Work Task Box Activity

Vocational Skills are important! Making them functional, purposeful and relatable take it to the next level! Here is the complete vocational skills set-up to create a vocational stocking practice with a store front in your vocational classroom or any worked based classroom. Great for autism to other students working on their vocational goals! Contrary to Pinterest pictures, you don't have to create a complete store front wall to complete this task! Check out the pictures for other ideas on h
Preview of Amendments 1 - 27 Task Cards and Walk the Room - Bundle!

Amendments 1 - 27 Task Cards and Walk the Room - Bundle!

Once children learn about the Bill of Rights and Amendments 11 - 27, challenge them to see if they understand them! Students will be presented with: 58 contemporary problems and historical scenarios that can be solved using Amendments 1 - 27 58 Walk the Room placards that are bigger than a task card and can be displayed across the room or in the hallway A handout that includes all the slides for absent students. An answer key This is a bundle of the following two items. Buy this bundle and you
Preview of GRAPES Lesson and Activities for History, Social Studies

GRAPES Lesson and Activities for History, Social Studies

Created by
Sassy in Middle
These activities are perfect for providing students with the information they need to use the GRAPES acronym all year long in your history class! Use as as an introductory unit before studying your first civilization or historical time period. Great for building student interest in ancient history! Check preview for details! All digital versions are Google Slides resources.INCLUDED:Presentation: Introductory GRAPES presentation with 25+ slides including definitions, examples, graphics, and key
Preview of Latitude and Longitude Task Cards - World, US, and Canadian Capital Cities

Latitude and Longitude Task Cards - World, US, and Canadian Capital Cities

Created by
Addie Williams
LATITUDE & LONGITUDE - Three sets of task cards to help students practice finding locations with a set of latitude and longitude coordinates. Using gnomes as a theme (thinking of gnomes who have traveled the world and sent home notes) each task card is written like a postcard. Set 1 - students are given a set of coordinates and must locate the world capital city. (12 cards)Set 2 - students are given a world capital city and must figure out the latitude and longitude of the city. (12 card
Preview of American Revolution Major Battles Activity

American Revolution Major Battles Activity

Created by
History Girl
Students get a brief look at ten of the major battles of the American Revolution including a map showing where the battles took place.1. Lexington & Concord2. Fort Ticonderoga3. Bunker Hill4. Trenton5. Brandywine Creek6. Saratoga7. Germantown8. Valley Forge9. Cowpens10. YorktownProduct includes:-22 PDF fact cards to print for student use-Student worksheet and map to complete-10 point quiz for an option to assess students' American Revolution battles knowledge-Teacher answer keysThe contents
Preview of Historical Thinking Task Cards Posters for Social Studies Primary Sources BUNDLE

Historical Thinking Task Cards Posters for Social Studies Primary Sources BUNDLE

The bundle includes my Historical Thinking task cards and my Historical Thinking posters!The 75 Task Cards are made to encourage Historical Thinking skills and Critical Thinking skills in your classroom. These task cards work with five historical thinking or reasoning skills - Sourcing, Point-of-View, Purpose, Context and Intended Audience. There are 15 cards for each skill, and they are differentiated into three levels. Therefore, the Level "A" cards can be used with middle school students, and
Preview of Last Day of School Coloring Pages : End of The School Year Activities | Cards

Last Day of School Coloring Pages : End of The School Year Activities | Cards

Created by
MOBAAMAL
These coloring cards are a fun and creative way to celebrate last day of school in the classroom or at home. Each card features the phrase "Last day of" and is designed for Pre-k, Preschool, Kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, 5th grade, 6th grade, 7th grade, 8th grade, 9th grade, 10th grade, 11th grade, 12th grade and high school levels.The cards are black and white, which allows children to color them in and make them their own. The designs are simple and include illustra
Preview of 8th Grade Math Review Task Cards

8th Grade Math Review Task Cards

Created by
Free to Discover
Students will review all major eighth grade math topics as outlined in the Common Core State Standards. These 60 task cards cover all standards and provide a thorough review of the eighth grade curriculum. Each task card is labeled with the corresponding CCSS. Perfect for standardized test prep, finals review, and high school math preparation practice during the summer and fall. All problems have been created such that no calculator is necessary.Included in this product:-60 Task Cards-4-Page
Preview of Thinking like a Historian Task Cards Social Studies Primary Secondary Sources

Thinking like a Historian Task Cards Social Studies Primary Secondary Sources

Save by buying the bundle! ⇨ Historical Thinking Task Cards and PostersThese are 75 Task Cards to encourage Historical Thinking skills and Critical Thinking skills in your classroom. These task cards work with five historical thinking or reasoning skills - Sourcing, Point-of-View, Purpose, Context and Intended Audience. There are 15 cards for each skill, and they are differentiated into three levels. Therefore, the Level "A" cards can be used with middle school students, and the Level "B" and "C
Preview of Ethical Dilemmas | Moral Dilemmas | Ethics | Activity Cards

Ethical Dilemmas | Moral Dilemmas | Ethics | Activity Cards

Ethical and moral dilemmas are excellent ways to develop student empathy, social awareness and critical thinking skills. Students are able to consider their responses to each scenario and reflect upon the personal values that contribute to their stance.This packet includes 40 stand-alone situations which need personal ethical and moral judgements. Having used these cards in my own classrooms, they generate significant discussion and allow students to make connections they had previously not cons
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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.

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.

Frequently asked questions about teaching social studies

What types of social studies lessons are available on TPT?

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.

How do I find social studies lessons on TPT?

Educators can save time preparing history lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply start a search for social studies resources on the TPT marketplace, and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find materials that've been proven to work in classrooms like yours. No matter what you’re teaching, there are plenty of social studies lessons and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.