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2nd grade social studies tools for common cores for parents

Preview of 2nd Grade Common Core I Can Statements Bundle

2nd Grade Common Core I Can Statements Bundle

Created by
Melissa Moran
Included are a variety of 2nd grade common core I can statements resources at a discounted price! Some suggested uses for the products are : 2nd grade overview: This 2 page overview (1 for math and 1 for ELA) is great for goal setting for students and to allow them to track their progress. Students enjoy coloring the squares or putting stickers on them when they have mastered each skill. It is not overwhelming and the pictures make it very student friendly. You can also provide this resource t
Preview of The Jesse Tree Christmas Advent Project

The Jesse Tree Christmas Advent Project

The Jesse Tree is a chronological Bible story Christmas advent of the scriptural events that occurred before Jesus's birth. There are many ways to participate in this countdown, and I've taken some creative liberty to design a simple version for younger kids. Traditionally this project is done as a Christmas advent, starting on December 1st--but these printable felties are versatile enough to use as a colorful addition to a history timeline, as a family night game of Bible-themed memory or go fi
Preview of Engage NY Math 2nd Grade Newsletters | Games | Vocabulary BUNDLE

Engage NY Math 2nd Grade Newsletters | Games | Vocabulary BUNDLE

Are you using Engage New York Math? Then this resource of math newsletters and no prep games or activities provided in ENGLISH and SPANISH will help you support your families while teaching 2nd Grade ENY Math. These will help make communication with your student's families easy for you & they will love being able to get involved in what their child is learning about in math! They are the perfect back-to-school resource- start communication with parents right from the start!This download incl
Preview of Parent Bookmark: Tips and Strategies While Reading With Your Child

Parent Bookmark: Tips and Strategies While Reading With Your Child

Are your parents asking "how can I help my child with reading"? This is the perfect tool that will do just that and more. I created this "Parent Bookmark" as a resource for my parents when reading with their child at home. Typically I have shared this resource at Open House Night or Parent/ Teacher Conferences. The feedback that I have received back from parents has been overwhelmingly positive. Many parents stated that this tool has become part of their home reading routine. This "Paren
Preview of 2024 SUMMER Olympics - coloring pages

2024 SUMMER Olympics - coloring pages

Do you need a fun way to introduce the 2024 SUMMER Olympics?This packet contains:coloring pages for the OlympicsCheck out some other Olympic products:History of the Olympics - MAIN IDEA passage*Check out some other products or head to my store and FOLLOW for Monthly FLASH FREEBIES and FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM- @TeachingKiddos1 for more ideas in the classroomCLASSROOM MANAGEMENTPBIS student of the monthClass AwardsClass Rules /Memes EDITABLE"Tattle" notesCollaboration RulesHOLIDAYSHis
Preview of Black and White Map of the United States of America | Coloring Page

Black and White Map of the United States of America | Coloring Page

Black and White Map of the United States of America | Coloring PageThis black and white map of the United States of America features each of the 50 states accurately labeled. This map is great to print out, laminate, and hang up in a minimalist or neutral classroom. This product also can serve as a coloring page for students that are learning about the United States of America. Please feel free to make copies of this resource for your students, or for your own kiddos. *The first page is the act
Preview of 3D pyramid Egyptian craft Egypt inside Pirámide manualidad Egipto pharaoh faraón

3D pyramid Egyptian craft Egypt inside Pirámide manualidad Egipto pharaoh faraón

If you are teaching about ancient Egypt, this resource is the perfect way to have your students having fun!It includes templates (both, in color and black and white) to create this triorama pyramid version.It includes several designs (some of them are more decorative, and one that shows a plane of the inside of the pyramid, as shown in the photo). This resource does not include theory or a lesson about the pyramids.There are no written instructions on the worksheets (except the words glue/pegame
Preview of Conference Forms to Rock Your Parent Conferences!

Conference Forms to Rock Your Parent Conferences!

Created by
Rulin' the Roost
Need a new way to organize your information for parent teacher conferences? I've created a comprehensive student informational sheet (that I will give parents afterwards) and also a note taking page for my records, so that I'm not losing all my sticky notes from my long days! What's included: 3 choices of student information sheets 2 choices of note taking sheets (one has #hashtag headings and one does not) A scheduling sheet Notes to tell parents what their time is 2 choices for student refle
Preview of Daily Class Schedule Template (EDITABLE)

Daily Class Schedule Template (EDITABLE)

Created by
DeAnna Sherred
This a daily schedule that I create at the beginning of the school year as a visual for me, parents, and students to know our schedule each day.You can post it on your door or around the classroom so its easy and quick to reference.. This is an EDITABLE document so you are able to change and/or put in more spaces etc as you need. Thank you for checking my page out!
Preview of Veterans Day Activities Veterans Day Craft and Writing Activities Veteran Card

Veterans Day Activities Veterans Day Craft and Writing Activities Veteran Card

Celebrate Veteran's Day with these adorable US military Veteran crafts and writing activities! The set comes with letter writing templates and five different crafts (Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marines, and Navy) with twelve different heads and four different skin tones each. Students will craft a Veteran and attach a letter to celebrate and thank a Veteran for their service.These crafts and writing activites are perfect for learning about Veteran's Day in the classroom or to create as gifts f
Preview of Homework for Families! 1st Grade Homework Includes English & Spanish Versions

Homework for Families! 1st Grade Homework Includes English & Spanish Versions

Homework for Families! Take Home Tasks - Activities families can do together!As teachers, we're always looking for ways to bridge the home-school gap! Take Home Tasks is the answer!The goal of Take Home Tasks is to be a quick-to-set up, yet meaningful homework experience for families. A few notes about Take Home Tasks...There are THREE parts to each Take Home Task:1. Teacher Information2. Parent Note (with extension activity)3. Student Activity Sheet* I’ve tried to keep copies to a minimum for t
Preview of Personal Timeline Project Handout and Rubric *NOW WITH EDITABLE OPTION!

Personal Timeline Project Handout and Rubric *NOW WITH EDITABLE OPTION!

This product is a home-based project designed to wrap up a unit on timelines. It includes a parent letter and kid-friendly rubric that can be copied back to back to provide guidelines for the project. The letter includes directions and a photo example of a completed project. The 24-point rubric covers three main areas: completion, content, and presentation. My 2nd graders completed this at the end of the first quarter and did an AMAZING job!! It's a great activity to kick-off the new school year
Preview of Chinese New Year Craft Dragon and Lantern

Chinese New Year Craft Dragon and Lantern

Created by
TeachEzy
Do these fun crafts to celebrate Chinese New Year and help children understand about other cultures. Suitable for Years/Grades 2-6.INCLUDES:Chinese dragon craft using sticksChinese dragon craft using paper/plastic cupsChinese lanterns x 3 designsPages18 x A3 size (can by printed A4 - just choose fit to page)FORMATPDFAUSTRALIAN CURRICULUMHASS – HISTORY: Year 3 - Knowledge and UnderstandingCelebrations and commemorations in places around the world (for example, Chinese New Year in countries of the
Preview of Editable Passports with Stamps

Editable Passports with Stamps

Created by
the think tank
Passports are a great tool to use in class or for school activities. Choose from two ready to print passports or six editable passports. Included are 20 stamps (in black and white and color) for students to cut and paste on passports. SUGGESTIONS FOR USEclass centersclassroom managementsocial studiesafter school activitiesInternational Night STAMPS INCLUDEDAfrica (continent) AustraliaBrazilCanadaChinaEgyptFranceEnglandGermanyIrelandIsraelItalyJapanMexicoNetherlandsThailandUSASwedenRussiaNew Zeal
Preview of Bar Modeling Posters

Bar Modeling Posters

Do you need a way to help your students understand the complex concept of bar modeling? This product provides teachers with tools to guide students through solving math problems with bar models. The first set of posters includes one example bar model problem from each grade level. The purpose of these posters is to remind/review the concepts of bar models that was taught in previous grades. The second group of posters demonstrate four main types of bar models that students can apply to a story
Preview of K-6 Standards Checklists for All Subjects  - "I Can" Bundle

K-6 Standards Checklists for All Subjects - "I Can" Bundle

We have taken ALL of the updated English Language Arts (CCSS), Math (CCSS), and Science (NGSS) standards for Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th grade and turned them into "I Can" checklists so that you can easily track your student's progress throughout the year. This pack also includes California Social Studies standards. 135+ pages total. The product has been zipped so that each grade level is easily accessible and printable in its own file.This easy-to-understand format is perf
Preview of Category Sorting #1 - 330 Category Photos with 16 Categories UPDATED

Category Sorting #1 - 330 Category Photos with 16 Categories UPDATED

THE CATEGORIES Kit - 330 photos #1 has had a COMPLETE MAKEOVER with updated photos and layout. It is awesome! There are 3 other downloads with this set which makes this product amazing! THIS DOWNLOAD CONTAINS THE PICTURES, 21 Sorting Boards and list of words. Pictures are sorted by category.There are 3 additional downloads:1. CATEGORIES - 16 Titles #2 Instructions provided - includes 2 AAC Symbol Strips2. CATEGORIES - 5 Titles #3 FREE 3. CATEGORIES - 20 Scenes #4 - includes 4 AAC Symb
Preview of Celebrate iReady Diagnostics Gains with Your Child! WOW!  AWARD the Hard Work!

Celebrate iReady Diagnostics Gains with Your Child! WOW! AWARD the Hard Work!

Celebrate iReady diagnostics math and reading gains with families with this perfect certificate! Your parents and families will love receiving this from you! I made many different formats that include Fall, Winter and Spring. There will be one that fits your needs! Special bonus of iReady lessons completed certificate too!
Preview of Heart Words Parent Letter {Science of Reading Strategy Handout for Parents}

Heart Words Parent Letter {Science of Reading Strategy Handout for Parents}

This simple one-page parent letter explains the research-based Heart Word Method of teaching phonetically irregular words. A sample is shown and explained.Options include sending the general information sheet or a letter addressed to either parents or grown ups. For each option, a color version and also an ink-saving black and white version are included. I hope you find this parent letter useful!Sincerely, Anne GardnerNational Board Certified in Literacy*****************************************
Preview of Landforms Partner Plays: 5 Scripts with a Comprehension Check Worksheet

Landforms Partner Plays: 5 Scripts with a Comprehension Check Worksheet

Created by
Deb Hanson
These five landform partner plays are intended to be used as fluency-building activities that second and third grade students can do with a partner. This set of scripts focuses on landforms: hills, mountains, canyons, plateaus, volcanoes, rivers, lakes, valleys, and islands. These scripts require minimal teacher support, thereby allowing teachers to work with other small groups. For teachers who implement reading centers, these plays are perfect. These scripts are also ideal for parents who are
Preview of K-8 I Can Statements Bundle

K-8 I Can Statements Bundle

We have taken ALL of the California English Language Arts (CCSS), Math (CCSS), Science (NGSS), and California Social Studies standards for kindergarten through eighth grade and turned them into "I Can" statements so that you can have a quick reference guide in kid-friendly language to use with your students and parents! 6th, 7th, and 8th grade standards include both integrated and subject-specific NGSS science standards.This easy-to-understand format is perfect for communicating with parents abo
Preview of What do mathematicians do?

What do mathematicians do?

Created by
Hill's Heroes
This product is aligned with the Common Core 8 math practices and highlights the things that mathematicians do: Talk about math Explain their ideas Make predictions Work together Compare Make mistakes Record ideas Change their ideas Check their work Look for challenges Each page has 2 of the things that mathematicians do. I use these on my math word wall. There are two pages at the end of this packet that contain all of the things that mathematicians do (one in black & white and one in c
Preview of Parent Teacher Conference Forms {1st Grade}

Parent Teacher Conference Forms {1st Grade}

The image you see here is just a sample of the one I used in my classroom. When you download, there will be an editable Word document as well as a PDF document. The PDF has blanks that you can write your information in. So, don't let the image mislead you! :-) This handy document, that can be used for most any grade level, consists of 5 forms: -Parent Teacher Conference Scheduling Form -Conference Form (perfect to guide the conference and give the parents all of the information they need
Preview of iReady Contest ~ AWARD ~  Motivates Students Math and Reading! Editable!

iReady Contest ~ AWARD ~ Motivates Students Math and Reading! Editable!

Don’t you just hate it when you finally get the hang of a reading or math program and your district (or admin) decide it’s time to start using something new. When that happened at my school, we were told to “trust the process”… The only problem is that while the process is going on, we’re in the trenches having to figure out how to make it work.It took me a while to get the hang of iReady, but I can FINALLY say that I have figured out a system that’s been working for me and my kiddos! I send th
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Find Social Studies - History resources | TPT

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.