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5th grade social studies printable videos
Directed Drawing Activities - Finish the Drawing - Spring, Summer, Step by Step
HUGE bundle of 95 directed drawings! Guided videos included! These fun directed drawings are activities that allow your students to practice following directions & build confidence while showing their creativity! These directed drawings align with many units, holidays, and events throughout the year.⭐️DOWNLOAD THE PREVIEW TO SEE THE DIRECTED DRAWINGS BUNDLE IN DETAIL⭐️Looking for a fresh & creative art activity? The directed drawings can be used for engaging cross-curricular instruction,
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K - 5th
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Civics & Government Unit 1: The Purpose of Government Social Studies Lessons
⭐️ In this civics & government unit, students discuss the purpose of government. Students will learn about why we have government and how the government serves citizens. Students will watch original videos, follow along through a Google Slides (downloadable to PowerPoint) presentation, and complete activities that will help them learn about the purpose of government. This resource includes 10 days of lessons, videos, and activities on this topic. ⭐️ Includes a mix of multimedia and printable
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Social Studies Curriculum | 2nd Grade - 5th Grade | Mega Bundle
History Unit 4: Colonial Life Social Studies Lessons
⭐️ In this social studies unit, students explore what life was like for people living in Colonial America and how it changed over time. Topics include the colonial American's homes, clothing, work, education, and how children lived. Students will watch original videos, follow along through a Google Slides (downloadable to PowerPoint) presentation, and complete activities that will help them understand how the early colonists lived and how their way of life changed over time. This resource includ
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Social Studies | History Curriculum Bundle | 2nd - 5th Grade
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American History Review Activity for ALL YEAR using Mapping History Fluency
Curriculum review needs to happen ALL YEAR LONG in the United States Social Studies Class. In this US History Review it can become an easy part of the classroom with building History Fluency by doing Thematic Warm-ups. This lesson explains "Mapping Monday" and it gives students the ability to quickly and accurately RECALL, CONNECT, and APPLY historical information from one unit to another Purpose: Create a system of “history fluency” by using the thematic warm-up of Mapping Monday in which st
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4th - 12th
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History Unit 6: The Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Social Studies Lessons
⭐️ In this social studies unit, students discuss the importance of Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty to immigration from 1892 - 1954. Students will watch original videos, follow along through a Google Slides (downloadable to PowerPoint) presentation, and complete activities that will help them learn about two important landmarks in America. This resource includes 11 days of lessons, videos, and activities on this topic. ⭐️ Includes a mix of multimedia and printables, along with an original
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Social Studies | History Curriculum Bundle | 2nd - 5th Grade
Civics & Government Unit 4: Responsible Citizenship Social Studies Lessons
⭐️ In this civics & government unit, students discuss what it means to be a responsible citizen. Students will learn about what it means to be a responsible citizen, how to be a responsible citizen, and why we want to be responsible citizens for our community. Students will watch original videos, follow along through a Google Slides (downloadable to PowerPoint) presentation, and complete activities that will help them learn about responsible citizenship. This resource includes 7 days of less
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Social Studies Curriculum | 2nd Grade - 5th Grade | Mega Bundle
History Unit 5: Immigration in America Social Studies Lessons
⭐️ In this social studies unit, students identify the reasons people came to the United States throughout history. Topics include the different immigrants, indentured servants, slavery, and more. Students will watch original videos, follow along through a Google Slides (downloadable to PowerPoint) presentation, and complete activities that will help them learn the different reasons people came to America throughout history. This resource includes 10 days of lessons, videos, and activities on thi
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Social Studies | History Curriculum Bundle | 2nd - 5th Grade
#5 AMERICA: THE STORY OF US - Civil War - Video Guide with Key
This video guide contains 25 questions from the episode of "America: The Story of US" entitled Civil War. The questions go in order and force the students to track and pay attention during the viewing. The episode itself is excellent for the events of the American Civil War. Some topics covered include improved weaponry, the advantages of the North, the beginnings of dog tags, the institution of slavery, cotton, battles, communication, movement, leadership, and medicine.
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5th - 11th
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Economics Unit 3: Trading Goods and Services Social Studies Lessons
⭐️ In this economics unit about trading goods and services, students learn about what trade is, why countries trade with each other, and how trade is possible around the world. Students will watch original videos, follow along through a Google Slides (downloadable to PowerPoint) presentation, and complete activities that will help them learn about trading goods and services. This resource includes 8 days of lessons, videos, and activities on this topic. ⭐️ Includes a mix of multimedia and printa
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Social Studies Curriculum | 2nd Grade - 5th Grade | Mega Bundle
History Unit 8: Contributions of Immigrants Social Studies Lessons
⭐️ In this social studies unit, students discuss the cultural influences and contributions of immigrants today. Students will learn about how immigrants from the past and present help America be a diverse and wonderful society. Students will watch original videos, follow along through a Google Slides (downloadable to PowerPoint) presentation, and complete activities that will help them learn about the contributions of immigrants in America. This resource includes 9 days of lessons, videos, and a
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Social Studies | History Curriculum Bundle | 2nd - 5th Grade
Ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead-History Channel-Vocab, Quiz, and More
This ancient Egypt video documentary is a fascinating and cleverly crafted dramatization that follows an ancient scroll from its creation almost 4,000 year ago to its rediscovery in 1887 by a questionable fellow who was both respected and viewed by many as a thief. This remarkable video will keep your students on the edge of their seats, anxious to learn more about the fate of the scroll. The costumes, acting, lighting, backdrops, props, and scenery are very well done and because it is a true s
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5th - 12th
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History Unit 7: Immigration in America Today Social Studies Lessons
⭐️ In this social studies unit, students discuss why immigration continues today. Students will learn about the different reasons why immigrants come to America today. Students will watch original videos, follow along through a Google Slides (downloadable to PowerPoint) presentation, and complete activities that will help them learn about immigration in America. This resource includes 10 days of lessons, videos, and activities on this topic. ⭐️ Includes a mix of multimedia and printables, along
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Social Studies | History Curriculum Bundle | 2nd - 5th Grade
Thanksgiving Activity: Peanuts Mayflower Voyagers Quiz
Every year I treat my students to the Peanuts Thanksgiving special. They always enjoy it, but I've found that the "The Mayflower Voyagers", which tells the historically accurate story of the Pilgrims first Thanksgiving is even more popular. It can be found as the "Bonus Feature" on the "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving" DVD. This is a little assessment I wrote to test the kids' knowledge of the first Thanksgiving. There are 2 versions: one with a word box and one with a reflection task. Hope you
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2nd - 6th
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Civics & Government Unit 3: Being A U.S. Citizen Social Studies Lessons
⭐️ In this civics & government unit, students discuss the citizens of the United States of America. Students will learn about what citizens are and how someone becomes a citizen of the United States. Students will watch original videos, follow along through a Google Slides (downloadable to PowerPoint) presentation, and complete activities that will help them learn about being a U.S. citizen. This resource includes 7 days of lessons, videos, and activities on this topic. ⭐️ Includes a mix of
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Social Studies Curriculum | 2nd Grade - 5th Grade | Mega Bundle
Civics & Government Unit 7: The Constitution Social Studies Lessons
⭐️ In this civics & government unit, students learn about the Constitution of the United States of America. Students will be learning about what the Constitution is and how it affects the people of the United States. Students will watch original videos, follow along through a Google Slides (downloadable to PowerPoint) presentation, and complete activities that will help them learn about the Constitution of the United States of America. This resource includes 10 days of lessons, videos, and a
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Social Studies Curriculum | 2nd Grade - 5th Grade | Mega Bundle
Geography Unit 2: Maps and Globes
⭐️ In this geography unit, students learn about using maps and globes. They will be learning what information can be found on maps ad globes. Students will watch original videos, follow along through a Google Slides (downloadable to PowerPoint) presentation, and complete activities that will help them learn about using maps and globes. This resource includes 8 days of lessons, videos, and activities on this topic. ⭐️ Includes a mix of multimedia and printables, along with an original video to in
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Social Studies Curriculum | 2nd Grade - 5th Grade | Mega Bundle
Civics & Government Unit 2: Protection of Rights & Liberties Social Studies
⭐️ In this civics & government unit, students discuss the protection of rights and liberties. Students will learn about how the government protects our rights and liberties, what rights and liberties are and what can be done to protect them. Students will watch original videos, follow along through a Google Slides (downloadable to PowerPoint) presentation, and complete activities that will help them learn about the purpose of government. This resource includes 8 days of lessons, videos, and
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Social Studies Curriculum | 2nd Grade - 5th Grade | Mega Bundle
Social Studies Directed Drawings | Following Directions | Back to School
Directed drawings allow your students to strengthen their direction-following skills and build confidence while showing their creativity! Students can follow along with the guided videos included. These directed drawings align with many units, holidays, and events. We have included 16 different holiday & seasonal images for your students to draw!***THIS PACK IS INCLUDED IN A MASSIVE BUNDLE! CLICK HERE TO SAVE MONEY!***Looking for a fresh & creative art activity? The directed drawings can
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1st - 5th
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Culturally Responsive, Game Based U.S. History! K4-5 Pre-Game Warm-Up: PODER
Put Manifest Destiny into full context with over 25 lessons that use an animated video, maps, DBQs, expository writing, class discussions & group challenges. Next? Play the PODER board game (separate purchase). History class was never this intriguing.BOARD GAME DESCRIPTION: "Just because you can, does that mean you should? With PODER, students create a head-spinning model of the MexicanAmerican War. From commodity deals in Louisiana and trade fairs in Santa Fe; from the Alamo, the Battle of
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4th - 7th
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5-ESS3-1
Virtual Field Trip - Canada: Coast to Coast for Grades 4, 5, 6
⭐ Come along with us on our virtual field trip as we travel across this diverse country from the Maritime provinces on the Eastern coast, visiting Ontario and Quebec, making our way across the Western provinces, ending up on the Pacific coast of British Columbia.⭐ Our 33-minute video (and lesson extensions) will show it all to you and your students!Video Topics Covered:Fun facts about CanadaThe Atlantic ProvincesQuebec City & MontrealOttawa & TorontoNiagara Falls & St. Lawrence Seawa
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4th - 6th
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Economics Unit 2: Goods and Services Social Studies Lessons
⭐️ In this economics unit about goods and services. Students will be learning about how people spend money to meet their needs and wants. Students will watch original videos, follow along through a Google Slides (downloadable to PowerPoint) presentation, and complete activities that will help them learn about goods and services. This resource includes 10 days of lessons, videos, and activities on this topic. ⭐️ Includes a mix of multimedia and printables, along with an original video to introduc
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Social Studies Curriculum | 2nd Grade - 5th Grade | Mega Bundle
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NO PREP American Revolution Review Activity {Color by fact}
Fun, meaningful, & No PREP American Revolution Activity! Students will love reviewing Revolutionary War info with this creative Color by Facts review! Students color each space of the George Washington image using the key. For example, students will color the grievances the Patriots had against the British in red, but famous Patriots in blue.
The coloring review worksheet is attached to this video.
This no prep activity is part of a discounted Colonies & American Revolutionary War BU
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3rd - 6th
Economics Unit 4: Saving and Spending Social Studies Lessons
⭐️ In this economics unit about saving and spending money. Students will be learning about how people can choose to save or spend their money and why. Students will watch original videos, follow along through a Google Slides (downloadable to PowerPoint) presentation, and complete activities that will help them learn about saving and spending money. This resource includes 10 days of lessons, videos, and activities on this topic. ⭐️ Includes a mix of multimedia and printables, along with an origin
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Social Studies Curriculum | 2nd Grade - 5th Grade | Mega Bundle
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Pets in Colonial America: Video, Printables, Slides, & More
Pets were important in Colonial America, just like today. For many of us, pets are members of the family. This sentiment was also true for individuals living in Colonial America. Horses, dogs, and cats were popular pets, but there were other pets that stole the hearts of colonists, as well. Songbirds and squirrels lived in some colonists' homes. This lesson will help students to make connections between the 18th Century and their modern lives.This resource was released to my Social Studies Club
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5th - 6th
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