2,213 results
7th grade social studies lessons on sale
Holocaust Webquest (National Holocaust Museum Website)
Holocaust Webquest:Great for classroom and distance learning.Students will gain basic knowledge about the Holocaust by completing an internet-based worksheet. The Holocaust Webquest uses an amazing website created by United States Holocaust Museum. The website allows students to explore the key events of the Holocaust. The website is:Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 46 questions and is a great way to introduce or have students learn more about the Holocaust. An answer sheet i
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
Also included in: Holocaust Webquest Bundle (Sampler Collection)
Pearl Harbor Webquest (Amazing Website!!!)
The Pearl Harbor Webquest uses an amazing website that allows students to learn all of the major details related to attack on Pearl Harbor during World War II. Please check out the website below:http://storymaps.esri.com/stories/2016/pearl-harbor/Click here to view the website.The following ideas/events are covered in this webquest:Reasons behind the Japanese attack on Pearl HarborThe voyage of the Japanese fleetFirst wave and mistakes made by the American militarySecond wave and the damage to A
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
Also included in: Pearl Harbor and the Early War in the Pacific World War II Collection
Ancient China Webquest (Daily Life)
Ancient China Daily Life Webquest:Students will gain a basic understanding of daily life in Ancient China through an easy to follow webquest. Please check out the website by clicking on the link below:http://china.mrdonn.org/index.htmlClick here to view the website.The webquest contains 40 questions and an answer key is included for the teacher. A QR code is included along with the traditional website link. This great activity can be used to introduce or further enhance your students' knowledge
Grades:
4th - 10th
Types:
Ellis Island Immigration Webquest
Students will learn about Ellis Island and European immigration to America. The Ellis Island Webquest uses an engaging website that allows students to explore Ellis Island and learn about the positive and negative experiences immigrants had at Ellis Island. Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 55 questions and is a great way for students to learn more about the following topics: • What was Ellis Island used for?• What was Ellis Island like for immigrants?
Grades:
5th - 12th
Types:
Also included in: Ellis Island and Angel Island Immigration Lesson Plan Collection
Renaissance: Important People of the Renaissance Webquest
Important People of the Renaissance Webquest Students will gain basic knowledge about 17 significant people from the Renaissance. The Important People of the Renaissance Webquest uses the following great website.http://www.ducksters.com/biography/Click here to view the website.My students enjoy learning new facts about the Renaissance from the website. I usually use this activity as a review or introduction activity for my middle school students and it takes at least one to two class periods for
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 8th
Types:
Feudal Japan: Samurai and Weapons Webquest
Feudal Japan: Samurai and Weapons WebquestStudents will gain a basic understanding of the samurai, weapons, and warfare in Feudal Japan through an easy to follow webquest. Please check out the two websites used by clicking on the link below:Website 1: https://www.history.com/topics/japan/samurai-and-bushidoClick here to view the first website.Website 2: http://www.tofugu.com/2015/08/07/katana-rocket-launchers-unique-weapons-ancient-japan/Click here to view the second website.Important! The secon
Grades:
7th - 12th
Types:
Also included in: Feudal Japan Lesson Plan Collection
Nelson Mandela and the End of Apartheid in South Africa Webquest
Students will gain basic knowledge about Nelson Mandela by completing an internet-based worksheet. The Nelson Mandela Webquest uses a great website created by the BBC. The website allows students to explore the key events of Nelson Mandela’s life in a very kid friendly website. IMPORTANT: Please check this BBC Kids Website on your school computer, a small amount of schools block archived websites.Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 59 questions and is a great way for students to
Grades:
5th - 10th
Types:
Important Battles of the American Revolution Webquest
The Important Battles of the American Revolution Webquest uses a great website that allows students to get a better understanding of ten major battles during the American Revolution. The webquest also covers battle tactics, generals, and the goals of the major campaigns during the Revolutionary War. The webquest is very easy to follow for students in grades 5-12.Click here to view the website.Special thanks for the clip art from The Enlightened Elephant.The webquest contains 45 questions and an
Grades:
5th - 12th
Types:
13 Colonies: Colonial Daily Life Webquest
Daily Life in the 13 ColoniesStudents will gain a basic understanding of the lifestyle and hardships of living in the 13 Colonies. Please check out the website by clicking on the link below:Click here to view the website.I would like to thank Ramona Majdis for the wonderful clip art!The webquest contains 75 questions and an answer key is included for the teacher. A QR code is included along with the traditional
Grades:
4th - 9th
Types:
The Assassination of Lincoln Webquest
This webquest allows students to learn about the conspiracy to assassinate Abraham Lincoln. My students enjoy this webquest because it helps them understand the key people and places involved in the assassination.The following website is used:Click here to view the website.The webquest covers the following three main ideas:The Conspiracy to Kidnap/Murder LincolnThe Assassination The Aftermath Students read and scroll through the website. The website used an interactive map of Washington D.C. and
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
Also included in: Presidents Lesson Plan Collection bundle
Middle East Webquest
Students will gain basic knowledge about life in the Middle East by completing an internet based worksheet. The following topics are covered in this webquest:The geography of Middle EastThe modern history of the Middle EastThe people of the Middle EastThe webquest contains 50 questions and is a great introduction to a unit on Middle East. The webquest will take most students 30 to 50 minutes depending on age. An answer sheet is included for the teacher. Word and PDF versions are included. The i
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 12th
Types:
Renaissance Webquest and Answer Sheet (Great Lesson Plan)
Students will gain basic knowledge about the Renaissance by completing an internet based worksheet. The following topics are covered in this webquest:Important ideas and themes related to the RenaissanceImportant people of the Renaissance Important places during the RenaissanceThe webquest contains twenty-eight questions and is a great introduction to a unit on the Renaissance. The webquest includes a website link and a QR code. An answer sheet is included for the teacher. Word and PDF versions
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 10th
Types:
Also included in: Renaissance Sampler: By History Wizard
Pearl Harbor and the Start of World War II in the Pacific Webquest
Pearl Harbor and the Early War in the Pacific Webquest Students will gain knowledge about the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor and the start of World War II for the United States.Click here to view the website.The questions cover key facts and has students examine pictures. The webquest uses a map and timeline to show students what was going on during the attack on Pearl Harbor. This webquest is a great way to get students engaged in the Pacific Theater during World War II. There are 31 questions
Grades:
5th - 12th
Types:
Also included in: Pearl Harbor and the Early War in the Pacific World War II Collection
Mesopotamia Webquest (Sumerians, Babylonians, Assyrians)
Mesopotamia Webquest (Sumerians, Babylonians, Assyrians)Students will gain a basic understanding of the many great civilizations that lived in Mesopotamia through an easy to follow webquest. Please check out the website by clicking on the link below:Click here to view the website.I would like to thank Illumismart for the wonderful clip art!The webquest contains 70 questions and an answer key is included for the
Grades:
4th - 9th
Types:
Mongol Empire Primary Source: Daily Life of the Mongols According to Marco Polo
This worksheet allows students to use a primary source document to learn about the daily and seasonal life of the Mongol people according to Marco Polo. The worksheet allows students to read a short primary source from the writings of Marco Polo. The worksheet includes ten questions and has an answer key for the teacher. The reading is very engaging for students.I would like to thank Christine O'Brien Creative f
Grades:
5th - 12th
Types:
Also included in: Mongols and Mongol Empire Lesson Plan
Slave Trade and Slavery Webquest (International Slavery Museum)
This webquest allows students to learn about the slave trade and slavery by exploring the International Slavery Museum website. The website is very student friendly, engaging, and powerful. The website allows students to learn about the following key ideas related to the slave trade and slavery:Africa before European slaveryThe Triangle TradeThe capture and sale of slavesLife on board slave ships European Trade and ProfitsSlavery in the AmericasPlantation LifeSlave ResistanceAbolitionist Movemen
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
Also included in: Central America and Caribbean Webquest Collection
Cold War, Putin, Zelensky, Ukraine- Why did Russia invade? Everything Explained
Want to teach your students about what is happening in Ukraine? This lesson will answer all the questions below for your students. This is a google document that can be edited as you see fit.Station 1: What was the Cold War?Station 2: Why did Russia invade Ukraine? Station 3: Who is Vladimir Putin?Station 4: What has been the effect on Ukraine? Station 5: Who is Volodymyr Zelensky?Station 6: How has the west responded?Station 7: What are different perspectives of the conflict?Station 8: What hap
Grades:
7th - 12th
Types:
CCSS:
World War I Propaganda Poster Webquest and Lesson Plan
This webquest allows students to learn about World War I propaganda through an engaging website.Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 18 questions with multiple open ended questions for each poster. This webquest is a great way for students to learn more about the following topics or themes related to propaganda:DutySentimentalityFearAn answer sheet is included for the teacher, but most questions are open ended. A QR code and a regular website link are included. The webquest takes
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
Middle Ages Daily Life Webquest (Great Lesson Plan)
Middle Ages Webquest:The Middle Ages Webquest uses a great website that allows students to get a better understanding of daily life during Middle Ages. Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 70 questions and an answer sheet is included for the teacher. A QR code is included along with the traditional website link. The webquest takes most students at least one class period to complete. Feel free to modify this activity if needed to fit the needs of your students. The following majo
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 10th
Types:
Marco Polo and the World of the Silk Road Webquest
Marco Polo and the World of the Silk Road WebquestStudents will gain a strong understanding of the travels of Marco Polo and the importance of the Silk Road.Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 60 questions and an answer key is included for the teacher. A QR code is included along with the traditional website link. I recommend using this activity as an introduction activity or as an opportunity for students to further explore the Silk Road. The webquest will take most students at
Grades:
5th - 9th
Types:
Also included in: Mongols and Mongol Empire Lesson Plan
ECONOMICS FULL COURSE 70+ SEPARATE LESSON BUNDLES!!!!
*Just updated 6/01/2023 for this upcoming school year. I made it easier and more organized with a Unit by Unit Folder and numbered lesson plans*Everything you need to teach an Economics course. Includes 73 separate lesson plans with 47 powerpoint presentations. Lesson plans are very detailed and include NY State + Common Core Standards, Essential Questions, Aim questions, Bell work and Closure Activities. Almost all lessons have some sort of student centered cooperative learning activity. There
Subjects:
Grades:
7th - 11th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Types:
Propaganda Presentation (Google Slides, PowerPoint)
Now 40 Slides! Available in Google or PowerPoint! Updated, revised, expanded! Looking to build some knowledge of propaganda with your students? Look no further! This PPT includes notes on many different types of propaganda, but also includes beautiful images and interactive work for students to engage in. Easily adaptable for your own unique style. This is a visually engaging, entertaining presentation that will help your students learn the concept of propaganda. Examples from 1984, Anima
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Animal Farm Digital Bundle: Background, Symbolism, Propaganda, Quizzes
Greek Mythology: Gods, Goddesses, and Heroes Webquest
Students will gain basic knowledge about the mythology of Ancient Greece by completing a webquest. The website allows students to explore the gods, goddesses, and demi-gods of Ancient Greece in a very kid friendly website. I recommend this webquest for grades 4-9. The following key ideas are covered in this webquest:The TitansThe OlympiansHerculesAchilles Please check out the website at:http://www.ducksters.com/history/ancient_greece.phpClick here to view the websiteI would like to thank Glitter
Grades:
4th - 9th
Types:
Hundred Years’ War and Joan of Arc Webquest
This webquest allows students to learn about the key events within the Hundred Years’ War and the impact of Joan of Arc. The webquest uses an engaging website that allows students to explore multiple parts of the Hundred Years’ War.Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 60 questions and is a great way for students to learn more about the following topics within the Hundred Years’ War:• Overview of the Hundred Years’ War• Battle of Crécy
Grades:
5th - 12th
Types:
Also included in: Hundred Years' War Lesson Plan Collection
Showing 1-24 of 2,213 results
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.
TPT is the largest marketplace for PreK-12 resources, powered by a community of educators.
IXL family of brands