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Social studies Common Core SL.1.4 resources
All About Me Craft Kid - Back to School Activities
This All About Me craftivity is so so CUTE! Kids and parents will love it. Great for All About Me Social Studies units, Back to School, or Open House.I like to use this craft at the beginning of the year. It's a fun way to get students excited about writing while allowing them to share about themselves and get to know each other.These are ADORABLE in the hallway during Open House.
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PreK - 3rd
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Community Helpers Unit for Preschool and Kindergarten
This informational text pack features 12 community helpers. The included resources describe their occupations in easy to read text perfect for early readers! In this pack you'll find informational posters, corresponding discussion questions, comprehension worksheets, writing response worksheets, word wall words, and a take home book.
You can use this pack throughout the year by featuring a community helper every month, or you can use it during a specific community helper theme. We keep our
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PreK - 1st
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Grade 1 CKLA ALIGNED Knowledge #4 EARLY WORLD CIV. Supplemental Slideshows
PLEASE NOTE:**These materials are not designed to replace lessons or materials provided within Amplify/Core Knowledge (CKLA); they are meant to supplement the existing materials provided by the Amplify Education Inc. and The Core Knowledge® Foundation.These interactive PowerPoints are aligned to Core Knowledge's (CKLA) 1st Grade Listening & Learning Strand, Domain 4, Early World Civilization. These PowerPoints are very colorful, interactive, and stay true to the curriculum. Over 1,600 slides
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1st
Family History Project
This family cultural project is ideal for distance learning while students are at home with their families. Students learn all about their family ancestry, culture, and traditions while practicing oral and writing skills in the area of Social Studies. This resource is editable and a digital Google Slides version is included. The project has a fun treasure theme to help engage them in learning. Students create their own treasure box, which can be made from any container (a cardboard box, a shoe
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1st - 3rd
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Famous Americans, Inventors & People - 1st Grade Social Studies Unit
Are you struggling to fit science and social studies into your busy first grade schedule? Look no further! This American Contributors unit is integrated with literacy to help first grade kids understand famous Americans and inventors who made major contributions to our country. This famous Americans unit integrates science, social studies and literacy all in one cohesive unit to make learning more impactful and help you use your precious instructional time wisely.It's perfect for Black History
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Grades:
K - 2nd
Also included in:Â 6 Thematic Units First Grade Science & Social Studies Lesson Plans BUNDLE
Grade 1 CKLA ALIGNED Knowledge #11 FRONTIER EXPLORERS Supplemental Slideshows
PLEASE NOTE:**These materials are not designed to replace lessons or materials provided within Amplify/Core Knowledge (CKLA); they are meant to supplement the existing materials provided by Amplify Education Inc. and The Core Knowledge® Foundation.These interactive slideshows are aligned to Core Knowledge's (CKLA)/Amplify's 1st Grade Listening & Learning Strand, Domain 11, Frontier Explorers. These slideshows are very colorful, interactive, and stay true to the curriculum. Over 900 slides!!
Grades:
1st
Grade 1 CKLA ALIGNED Knowledge #5 EARLY AMERICAN CIV. Supplemental Slideshows
PLEASE NOTE:**These materials are not designed to replace lessons or materials provided within Amplify/Core Knowledge (CKLA); they are meant to supplement the existing materials provided by the Amplify Education Inc. and The Core Knowledge® Foundation.These interactive Slideshows are aligned to Core Knowledge's (CKLA) 1st Grade Listening & Learning Strand, Domain 5, Early American Civilization. These slideshows are very colorful, interactive, and stay true to the curriculum. Over 1,100 slide
Grades:
1st
My Family Heritage Lapbook Project
The perfect way to end your Around the World, All About Me, or Family Units... a lapbook project that ties together social studies and ELA! As each student dives into a search of their multicultural roots, they will practice their reading, writing, and speaking skills while gaining a deeper appreciation of the cultures that make up their family tree. Though most of the project is completed in class, three parts are taken home for family input (a flipbook, a family tree, and a family recipe card)
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1st - 3rd
Also included in:Â Elementary Social Studies Craft and Project Bundle with Bonus Banner
The First Thanksgiving Unit | Pilgrims | Wampanoag | Native Americans
Teach your class the history of The First Thanksgiving, the Pilgrims, and the Wampanoag, a tribe of Native Americans, with this historically accurate PRINTABLE BOOK. Your students will love reading and illustrating the book as they learn. They’ll gain experience in presentation skills and public speaking as they practice in class or at home and present it at their own Thanksgiving dinner! Writing prompts, writing papers, book suggestions, and resources for research are included.Click here to sav
Grades:
1st - 3rd
Also included in:Â Thanksgiving Activities | Reading Writing and Craft BUNDLE
Community Places 1st 2nd Grade Social Studies Worksheets
The Places in my Community Packet includes ready to use activities that can be used for morning work, literacy center, early finishers, homework pages, activities to leave for substitute teachers, and more. They are also great for differentiated instruction.This Places in My Community Activities Pack is a must in your classroom for several reasons: Engaging Worksheets: Our packet features a variety of interactive worksheets tailored to suit different learning styles and levels. From coloring pa
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K - 2nd
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Also included in:Â Grades K-2 Lessons BUNDLE
Ben Franklin Activity Pack {Kindergarten/First Grade}
This product was created for students in Kindergarten and First Grade classrooms. Through a variety of activities and worksheets students will learn all about Ben Franklin - a famous writer, scientist, and inventor who is best known for his experiments involving electricity and lightening. These print-and-go activities are great for cross-curricular lesson planning and can be easily incorporated into your current Language Arts and/or Social Studies curriculum.This pack includes 4 print-and-go w
Grades:
K - 1st
George Washington Carver Activity Pack
This product was created for students in a Kindergarten classroom and could easily be implemented in 1st grade as well. Through a variety of activities and worksheets students will learn all about George Washington Carver, an African-American scientist best known for discovering many new ways to use peanuts!This pack includes 4 print-and-go worksheet activities:- Timeline (Color Me)- Timeline Cut and Paste- Adjectives/Who Was George Washington Carver?- Book Mark Craft (4 designs)Also included:-
Grades:
PreK - 1st
Also included in:Â Black History Month Activity Pack BUNDLE {K-1}
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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All About My Family Traditions and Celebrations Album Project 1st Grade
Are you looking for back to school activities on Family? This resource will focus on the celebrations, traditions, family customs that make up a culture. Students will share, compare, and contrast family life. These writing and illustrating activities will help make a sound base for diversity and inclusion in your classroom. This project is a great way to help students develop their writing skills, while also fostering a sense of pride and connection to their family and cultural background. He
Grades:
1st - 2nd
Henry "Box" Brown Activity Pack {K-1}
This product was created for students in a Kindergarten classroom and could easily be implemented in 1st grade as well. Through a variety of worksheets and activities students will learn all about Henry "Box" Brown - a former slave who gained freedom by having himself shipped inside a box all the way to Philadelphia.This pack includes 4 print-and-go worksheet activities:- Timeline (Color Me)- Timeline (Cut and Paste)- Adjectives/Who Was Henry "Box" Brown- Book Mark Craft (4 designs)Also include
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K - 1st
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Also included in:Â Black History Month Activity Pack BUNDLE {K-1}
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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Also included in:Â PBL Bundle (Grades K-2) - In Collaboration with A.J. Juliani - 26 Projects!
Constitution Day Readers Theater
Learn about the American holiday Constitution Day, celebrated on September 17, with our script.Constitution Day Reader's Theater activities include:1 graphic organizer and/or activity1 ABC Order Activity1 full script in black and white with Character Cards and 5 speaking parts1 full script in color with Character Cards and 5 speaking partsFor a look at what is included in this set, please download the preview file.This is already included in our Informative Reader’s Theater Holidays from July to
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K - 2nd
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Also included in:Â Holidays July to December Readers Theater Bundle
Thomas Jefferson Activity Pack
This product was created for students in Kindergarten and First Grade classrooms. Through a variety of activities and worksheets students will learn all about Thomas Jefferson - the third president of the United States and a Founding Father of our country!This pack includes 4 print-and-go worksheet activities:- Timeline (Read and Color)- Timeline (Cut and Paste)- Adjectives/Who Was Thomas Jefferson?- Thomas Jefferson: True or False?Also included:- 10 page printable reader "All About Thomas Jeffe
Grades:
K - 1st
My Culture and Traditions Worksheet! Diversity & Multicultural
Having trouble introducing diversity and other cultures to your class? Use this worksheet to break the ice! Students can complete this in class or as homework- it can get them talking with their families about their special family traditions and more. This can build classroom community, oral communication skills, writing and reading skills, and so much more!pdf file- digital and print Please note- This is one of Seven worksheets that are included in my Multicultural Unit Plan which is available
Grades:
K - 4th
Wilma Rudolph Activity Pack {Kindergarten/1st Grade}
This product was created for students in Kindergarten - 1st Grade classrooms. Through a variety of activities and worksheets students will learn all about Wilma Rudolph, the first American woman to win three gold medals in track and field at a single Olympics. Great for cross-curricular lesson planning, Black History Month, and Women's History Month!This pack includes 4 print-and-go worksheet activities:- Timeline (Color Me)- Timeline Cut and Paste- Adjectives/Who Was Wilma Rudolph?- Book Mark C
Grades:
K - 1st
Also included in:Â Black History Month Activity Pack BUNDLE {K-1}
Booker T. Washington Activity Pack {K-1}
This product was created for students in a Kindergarten classroom and could easily be implemented in 1st grade as well. Through a variety of activities and worksheets students will learn all about Booker T. Washington - an educator and civil rights leader.This pack includes 4 print-and-go worksheet activities:- Timeline (Color Me)- Timeline (Cut and Paste)- Adjectives/Who Was Booker T. Washington- Book Mark Craft (4 designs)Also included:- 10 page printable reader "All About Booker T. Washingto
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K - 1st
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Also included in:Â Black History Month Activity Pack BUNDLE {K-1}
First Grade Drama Curriculum: Semester One
This lesson bundle maps a semester of first grade drama teaching.  We put these lessons in a recommended delivery order below, but you may revise, rearrange, and adapt as you see fit. These lessons integrate Drama with Social Emotional Learning, Language Arts and Social Studies, so you can provide arts instruction while meeting your other academic goals. Additional resources including assessments, supplementary activities and the full year First Grade Curriculum are available at OneStopDramaSho
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K - 3rd
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Ancestor Research Project | Presentation, Culture Study, Instant Bulletin Board
Guide your students through a study of discovering their ancestors and cultures with this family research project. Students interview an ancestor, locate their origin on a world map, discover traditions, foods, and holidays celebrated to create a banner. Students can add a photo or drawing to the back and present their findings in a class presentation allowing all students to learn from one another. Use the included "A Good Audience Member" sheet to teach proper ettiquette for listing and respon
Grades:
1st - 6th
Thurgood Marshall Activity Pack {K-1}
This product was created for students in a Kindergarten classroom and could easily be implemented in 1st grade as well. Through a variety of activities and worksheets students will learn all about Thurgood Marshall - the first African American Supreme Court Justice!This pack includes 4 print-and-go worksheet activities:- Timeline (Color Me)- Timeline (Cut and Paste)- Adjectives/Who is Thurgood Marshall?- Book Mark Craft (4 designs)Also included:- 10 page printable reader "All About Thurgood Mars
Grades:
K - 1st
Also included in:Â Black History Month Activity Pack BUNDLE {K-1}
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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.
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