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Social studies Common Core K.G.A.1 resources
Kindergarten 1st 2nd Grade MATH SCIENCE SOCIAL STUDIES Boom Cards™ Mega BUNDLE
⚠️Purchase this GROWING BUNDLE and save over 66% off!⚠️ ️These Kindergarten, 1st grade, and 2nd grade MATH, SCIENCE, and SOCIAL STUDIES Boom Cards™ were made to make reviewing concepts engaging and fun for young students. This bundle includes currently includes 29 sets of science Boom Cards™, 46 sets of math Boom Cards, 25 sets of Social Studies Boom Cards™ and more! These were made with primary students in mind, but you can adapt it to your lessons to review the skills with third graders. So
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1st - 6th
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NGSS:
K-PS3-1
, K-LS1-1
, K-ESS3-3
, K-PS2-1
Community Helpers Worksheets for Preschool and Kindergarten
Get ready for your community workers unit with 26 pages of NO PREP math and literacy printables for your preschool, prek, or kindergarten students! Please see preview for a complete sneak peak! Included in PDF download: Product cover pageTerms of Use (2 pages) "I am Thankful for Community Helpers" coloring page Community Helpers Matching (cut and paste items to worker) Community Helpers tracing practiceCommunity Helpers scissor practice (straight lines) Community Helpers alphabet tracing (upper
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PreK - K
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BOOK ACTIVITIES and EXTENSIONS Legend of Indian Paintbrush Thematic Unit
BOOK ACTIVITIES and EXTENSIONS to accompany The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush is a thematic unit based on Tomie dePaola's wonderful book. Included in this product are activities for literacy, speaking and listening, math, writing, and visual arts. There are materials for 2 literacy centers and 2 math centers. These extension activities relate to Native American culture, cover a broad range of subjects, and include differentiation ideas. [social studies, craftivities, ELA, math, writing, sp
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Not Grade Specific
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Mapping Your Community - Projects & PBL
Driving Question:What is a community? How do the inhabitants of a community work together?Description:In this inquiry based project, students investigate their local neighborhoods in order to come to a shared understanding of "a community." Research skills, map reading, oral and written communication, and creativity will become purposeful as the class builds a model of the local community to present at a public exhibition.What's Included with this Project:NextLesson Projects are extended lessons
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K - 2nd
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Map Skills Basic for Little People
Map Skills Basic for Little People has been updated to include some of the new Virginia 2015 History and Social Science SOL. It is design to help young children understand simple map skills. It offers them the ability to see different maps but the also the fun of manipulating different objects on a map. Many of the skills developed are relative location in position such as near/far, left/right, above/below, behind/in front, locating places on a map, and identifying the tools that help dete
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PreK - 2nd
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Engineering a City Project Based Learning Area Perimeter STEM STEAM Grades 3-6
This "Engineering a City" project-based learning activity seamlessly integrates math, social studies, and STEM/STEAM components. Encourage collaborative thinking as students channel their creativity into designing and engineering unique cityscapes. This hands-on experience not only sparks imagination but also hones critical thinking skills.Key Materials and Preparation:Teaching Poster: A quote for discussion and debate. Grid Paper (Included): Essential for students to sketch and plan their city
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3rd - 6th
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Australia Aboriginal Art Lesson Montessori Grade K-5 Painting Lesson Common Core
If you're looking for an engaging and culturally rich art history lesson and project for your students, consider an Australian Aboriginal Art Lesson. This lesson will introduce your students to the rich cultural heritage of Aboriginal art and help them develop an appreciation for the unique techniques and styles used in this art form.Here are some reasons why you should consider using an Australian Aboriginal Art Lesson in your classroom:Explore a unique art form: Aboriginal art is a unique art
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K - 4th
Community Buildings Adapted Book Special Education Neighborhood Adaptive Book
Looking for a resource to make your community studies pop? Check out "In My Neighborhood," tailored specifically for neighborhood special education, my neighborhood activity, and neighborhood adapted book needs. This adapted book invites students on a walk through their own neighborhoods, opening doors to familiar community buildings and ensuring personal safety through knowledge.What’s Included:"In My Neighborhood" Cover: Because every story deserves a great beginning.9 Read-Along Pages: Detail
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PreK - 1st
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Marshmallow 3D Shape Cards and Reflection Mats
A fun and effective shape Center! This hands on, engaging small group activity is ideal for reinforcing 3D shape identification. It lets your students compare and distinguish shapes, match geometry vocabulary to shapes, and identify shapes by their attributes.Download includes:-12 3D shape cards with names in color-12 3D shape cards without names in color-12 3D shape cards with names in black and white-12 3D shape cards without names in black in white -12 modified reflection mats I’ve included m
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K - 3rd
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Kente Cloth Art Lesson Africa PreK K 1st 2nd Montessori Writing Activity
This art lesson features Kente cloth, a beautiful African tradition. This project is perfect for PreK, K, 1st and 2nd grade students. I have included a writing component for older grades and a coloring page for fast finishers. You will receive a brief history lesson and instructions for creating an art project inspired by Kente cloth. This project is a great way to introduce students to African culture and art while also promoting creativity and fine motor skills.What teachers are saying:- Fun
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PreK - 2nd
Also included in: Africa 5 Art Lesson Bundle K-5th Grade Geography Lesson Passport Idea
Australia Boomerang History Art Lesson Montessori Grade Pre-K to 5th Common Core
Welcome to this amazing bundle of art lessons featuring the history and art of the Australia Boomerang! This lesson bundle is perfect for Montessori and elementary teachers who are looking to promote cultural understanding and diversity in their classrooms.The boomerang has been a part of Australian Aboriginal culture for thousands of years, and this lesson bundle explores the history and significance of this iconic tool. Here are four ways to integrate this lesson bundle into other areas of the
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PreK - 5th
Fun With Flags A Scavenger Hunt for Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd Graders
The Fun with Flags Scavenger Hunt for use with students in Kindergarten, First and or Second Grade is an awesome way to integrate Social Studies, Geography, Math, and English Language Arts in a highly engaging activity that will have your students collaborating and make connections to the world beyond the walls of your school and or classroom. It is ready to print and go!This scavenger comes with 40 flags, 40 country labels, a scavenger hunt with 10 questions preset, and an answer key, plus a b
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K - 2nd
Christopher Columbus Integrated Literacy, Math, and Social Studies Activities
Want to have fun teaching about Christopher Columbus while also teaching literacy, math and social studies standards? Then, this activity pack is for you! Using these resources you can integrate math concepts such as ordinal numbers, position words, tallying, counting, and graphing with literacy concepts like story elements, summarizing, researching and fact finding. I’ve also integrated map skills. Students can learn about the contributions of Columbus while also learning about cardinal dir
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PreK - 2nd
African Tribal Necklace Art Lesson Grade Pre-K K 1st 2nd grade Writing Activity
Are you looking for a fun and creative way to teach your students about African culture and traditional jewelry-making? Look no further than our Africa Tribal Necklaces paper plate lesson! This lesson offers a hands-on opportunity for your students to create beautiful and colorful tribal necklaces using paper plates and other simple materials and is perfect for Pre-k, K, 1st and 2nd grade. What teachers are saying:- This was a great resource. We used it during our multi-cultural event.This less
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K - 2nd
Also included in: Africa 5 Art Lesson Bundle K-5th Grade Geography Lesson Passport Idea
Pagoda Asian Architecture Art Drawing Lesson and ELA Literacy and Art Lesson
In this lesson, your students will explore the unique design elements and history of pagodas, and then create their own beautiful drawing of a pagoda. They'll learn about the significance of pagodas in Eastern culture, and will be able to draw a pagoda on their own. This lesson is perfect for 2nd and 3rd and 4th graders.But that's not all! Here are four ways to integrate this lesson into other areas of your curriculum:Social Studies: Pagodas are an important part of Eastern culture and history.
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1st - 4th
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Classic Pooh's Hundred Acre Wood Adventures: Map Skills & Story Elements for K-2
Embark on a Literary Adventure with Classic Pooh: Engage K-2 Learners with Hundred Acre Wood Map Skills & Story ElementsDive into the enchanting world of Classic Pooh with this "Hundred Acre Wood Adventures" resource, designed specifically for grades K-2. This captivating collection of activities brings A.A. Milne’s beloved tales to life, fostering foundational map skills and a deep appreciation for storytelling in young learners.Product Features:Literary Exploration: Journey through the ori
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K - 2nd
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Positional Words Google Slides™ AND Printable | Mary Had a Little Lamb
This Positional Words (prepositional phrases) resource is a BUNDLE which includes both Google Slides™ for your Google Classroom™ and also the PRINTABLE version for your in-person teaching! Use Mary Had Little Lamb prepositions for speech therapy, math centers, or distance learning. Google Slides™ version is easy for little ones to drag and drop Mary's lamb on, over, under, next to, behind, and in front of the wall (and more). A FUN interactive emergent reader is part of this resource.Save more
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PreK - 1st
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Early Childhood Fire Engine Shape/Color Lesson Plan
October is fire prevention month. This activity blends fire prevention with shapes and colors. It is a hands-on art project that covers three topics. Step by step directions would be best for a small group (up to 15) or perhaps two at a time can do this at free play. If your class has more than 15, it may require more than two adults to place the shapes accordingly.
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PreK - K
Australia Sydney Opera House History Art Montessori Pre-K to 4th Common Core
Are you looking for an exciting and educational lesson that will teach your students about one of Australia's most iconic landmarks, the Sydney Opera House? Look no further! Our paper plate Sydney Opera House lesson is perfect for all ages and skill levels.In this lesson, your students will learn about the history and significance of the Sydney Opera House, its unique architecture, and the culture of Australia. They will also get to create their own version of the Opera House using simple materi
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PreK - 3rd
Weaving with Sticks Art Lesson Loom Making Montessori K to 6th Common Core
Are you looking for a fun and unique art lesson that your students will love? Have you ever thought about teaching them how to weave with sticks? It might sound a little unconventional, but trust me, it's a great way to introduce your students to a new art form and get their creative juices flowing!In this art lesson, I'll show you how to teach your students the basics of weaving with sticks. We'll start by collecting some sticks and other natural materials, and then we'll move on to weaving tec
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1st - 5th
Also included in: Weaving Bundle for Beginners Paper Fabric Yarn Sticks Pre-K to 6th Grade
Africa Kente Cloth Paper Weaving Art Lesson Montessori K to 4th Common Core
Are you looking for an engaging and culturally enriching lesson that will introduce your students to the vibrant art form of Kente cloth? Look no further than our Kente Cloth Paper Weaving Project!In this lesson, your students will learn about the history and cultural significance of Kente cloth, a traditional textile from Ghana. They will explore the bold colors and intricate patterns that make Kente cloth so unique and create their own Kente cloth-inspired paper weaving project.But that's not
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K - 4th
Also included in: Weaving Bundle for Beginners Paper Fabric Yarn Sticks Pre-K to 6th Grade
Yarn Weaving Art Lesson Loom Making Montessori K to 6th Common Core
THIS LESSON COMPLIES WITH MANY ELA COMMON CORE STANDARDSArt Project: Beginner loom making and yarn tapestry weavingBrief lesson about the value of weavingPerfect for a continent lesson extension in Montessori or traditional classroomPerfect for practicing math and scissor skillsPerfect for a bonding, meditative practicePerfect for teaching beginner weaving-Copy of the real life pictures-questions to ask your students to engage the pictures-FULL COLOR AND THOROUGH step by step instructions writte
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K - 6th
Also included in: Weaving Bundle for Beginners Paper Fabric Yarn Sticks Pre-K to 6th Grade
Leaning Tower of Pisa Art Project Montessori Pre-K to 2nd Grade Europe
Attention Elementary and Montessori Teachers!Are you looking for an exciting and educational art project for your students? Look no further than our Leaning Tower of Pisa art project!Not only will your students learn about one of the most iconic landmarks in the world, but they will also get to use their creativity and imagination to create their own unique version of this architectural wonder.With easy-to-follow instructions and materials included, this project is perfect for all ages and skill
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PreK - 2nd
Africa Adinkra Cloth Art Lesson Montessori Grade Pre-K to 5th Common Core
Are you an elementary school teacher looking to broaden your students' artistic horizons while exploring rich cultural traditions? Look no further! We're thrilled to present "Adinkra Art: Exploring African Heritage," an inspiring art lesson designed to spark curiosity, celebrate diversity, and provide a meaningful learning experience for both you and your students.Why Choose "Adinkra Art: Exploring African Heritage"?Cultural Significance: Adinkra Art: Discover the beauty and cultural significanc
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PreK - 5th
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- 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
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