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High school social studies teacher manuals for Google Apps
First Day of School Slides (Rules & Procedures, Icebreaker Activity & More!)
Need help planning your first day of school? Unsure of what rules, expectations, and procedures to cover? Not quite sure how to introduce yourself to your new students? Worry no more. I've got you! In these editable Google Slides, you will have access to:Teacher introduction slidesRulesProceduresAn icebreaker activityand more!The slides are completely editable. Feel free to modify these to suit your classroom, personal teaching style, grade level, and subject.
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4th - 12th
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Strategies for Teaching Vocabulary with Google Slide™ Templates
Are your students struggling with vocabulary word after vocabulary word? Have you discovered that copying the word and definition from the back of the book really doesn’t work? These instructional strategies are for you! You will receive over 20 vocabulary instructional strategies and templates designed for upper elementary and secondary Social Studies students. This resource has been updated to include Google Slide™ templates for Distance Learning. This strategy manual includes:- Say What? – i
Grades:
7th - 10th
Also included in: SOCIAL STUDIES STRATEGIES BUNDLE
Psychology Exam: 800 Multiple-Choice Questions - Test Prep Review
Help your students boost their psychology knowledge, confidence, and scores with the ultimate, 800 multiple-choice question exam!This test prep book is perfect for students tackling rigorous psychology courses and exams, providing targeted practice and in-depth explanations to solidify their understanding. Aligned with content and learning standards covered in AP Psychology, IB Psychology, EPPP, and general university-level psychology courses.Includes 11 Exams:1. Scientific Foundations of Psycho
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Personal Finance Curriculum and Simulation
This personal finance unit is a comprehensive unit in three parts that instructs, models and practices personal finance for students from middle school through high school. WARNING: All of the state-based information is specific to the state of Oregon. It can all be modified for your state or you can use the existing materials to teach for a basic understanding of state-based finances.Highlights of the curriculum include:An instruction book that teaches the importance of responsible personal fin
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7th - 12th
APUSH FRQ Essentials - DBQ, LEQ & SAQ by year & topic - Rubrics & Training Video
Improving your students' writing skills is the most effective way to increase their scores on the AP Exam. This resource pack includes rubric training, list of released FRQs, and editable rubrics. Released FRQs are a wonderful resource for AP United States History teachers and students, but finding what you need can be nearly impossible. This resource includes a list of all SAQ, DBQ & LEQ from 2016 - 2023 by Period & by exam year. Use these to calibrate your own grading (48 minute traini
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9th - 12th
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Quick Reference Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies (Grades 6-12)
I made this resource to make it easier to scroll through the CCSS for History/Social Studies (Grades 6-12.) I thought it might be useful for high school teachers who use CCSS!It has, from left to right, grades 6-12.If you’d like a sample of how these Quick Reference Standards spreadsheets work, consider checking out my Quick Reference for California Theater Arts Standards.Source:Grades 6-12 Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, & Technical Subjects (Common Core State Standards Initiat
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6th - 12th
IEP Meeting Checklist Case Manager Special Education Teacher, CSE FREE
Looking for a FREE NO-PREP, EDITABLE, DIGITAL & PRINT IEP CSE Meeting Case Manager Special Education Teacher Checklist? This checklist is comprehensive and simple to fill out with one click or one print! THREE versions are available and all can be edited. Breakdowns of report collection are suitable for middle and high school!INCLUDED:1. 100% editable Google docs checklistsTHREE VERSIONS (horizontal and vertical AND PDFs of each)1. digital one-click checkboxes2. blank templates3. 1-page chec
Grades:
6th - 12th
Prehistory and Early Humans Unit Plan and Lesson Overview
If you are looking to see an example of how we structure our Early Humans unit, you are in the right place! This free resource shares what we do during our Early Humans unit, approximately how long we spend on each activity or topic, and how the activities all fit together.This resource can give you an idea about how we teach Early Humans and help you decide what to include in your unit. Feel free to use this plan as an outline for what to include in your Early Human unit or use the editable pla
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6th - 9th
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On this day in history...Year long calendar
This makes a great Bellringer or Warm-up activity. Events are listed Jan 1-Dec 31st. Brief enough that students could do research to find out more. Consise and in one place. Used https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history and promotional calendar by WorldStrides Travel Company
Grades:
4th - 12th
Course Syllabus - Middle School or High School, Student-Centered Classroom!
With this syllabus, you can set up your class year to have a student-centered classroom build on mutual respect and accountability. This sample syllabus is easy to navigate for both teachers and students, and includes all applicable sections needed for a successful school year.For each section, we have included recommendations and examples of how you can communicate relevant information. You need a syllabus that is the "holy text" for your classroom, for your entire school year. With this syl
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Participation in Government/Civics Course-Full Curriculum!
Included is a full curriculum for a Participation in Government/Civics course. This curriculum is designed for a half year, every day class. It is broken down into 6 units:Government BasicsUS ConstitutionRunning for OfficeMedia's InfluenceSocial IssuesFinal Research PaperIncludes:All lesson materials including: Slides, Worksheets, Videos, Projects, Debates, and more!Highly organized: All units broken down by day, lesson, and each lesson is organized with a clear step by step breakdown that is ea
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12th
Harkness Discussion Starter-Kit Resources
Looking to create a student-centered learning experience where students analyze important historical sources, develop critical, open-ended questions, and engage in meaningful dialogue to build a shared understanding? The Harkness Discussion, pioneered at Phillips Exeter Academy, takes the Socratic Seminar method teachers are familiar with and reduces the teacher to an observer and referee. By placing more of the onus of the discussion on students, they will take ownership of the discussion, allo
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9th - 12th
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Asset Mapping Lesson Plan
Asset mapping is a powerful way to get students thinking about how they view and occupy the world around them. Asset mapping calls on students to think about their community through their perspective, and then debrief with others to compare! This activity can challenge students to think differently about their community - serving as a nice segway into historical empathy, classroom community, SEL, and more.
Grades:
6th - 12th
Socials 10 Unit 4: Canada and its Government: Politics WORKSHEET & KEY (digital)
©Alternate Courses creates simplified curriculum including outlines, progress charts, notes, worksheets, tests, and inquiry projects that can be used in a traditional inclusive classroom as well as for asynchronous and remote learning. Our course work meets all the learning outcomes of the new British Columbia curriculum in a simplified form for independent, self-paced work without the need for a textbook. Our student-centred projects give your students voice and choice in their learning. Our No
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10th, Adult Education, Staff
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Mindfulness Interventions
Step into a world of compassionate support with our Mindfulness Interventions Presentation tailored for middle and high school social workers and counselors! This dynamic resource is your compass for guiding students through life's twists and turns. This presentation gives you a guide for interventions for anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, self compassion, and pain from the past. Our friendly presentation is a treasure trove of practical interventions, providing a holistic approach to nur
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6th - 12th
Revolution Primary Source Timeline Activity
In this activity, students will read an excerpt from one primary source that was instrumental in the history of the American Revolution. The intent of the activity is to give students a quick overview of how different people and events throughout time ultimately led to American colonists declaring independence and becoming a new nation. There are 29 primary sources so that each student has the opportunity to analyze their own document. Then, as a class, students will create a timeline of these p
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Back to School Night Flyers & Presentation Middle School EDITABLE
These resources were created using Google slides and doc so they are entirely editable. One flyer was created using Canva, you can easily edit it on the free website.Included in this resource is everything you need to have a smooth Back to School Night. These resources are from a middle school perspective since that is what I'm currently teaching. Please Note: the presentation I share with parents is included, representing the actual content I personally utilize, rather than a template.In this r
Grades:
6th - 12th
Socials 10 FULL COURSE (digital)
©Alternate Courses creates simplified curriculum including outlines, progress charts, notes, worksheets, tests, and inquiry projects that can be used in a traditional inclusive classroom as well as for asynchronous and remote learning. Our course work meets all the learning outcomes of the new British Columbia curriculum in a simplified form for independent, self-paced work without the need for a textbook. Our student-centred projects give your students voice and choice in their learning. Our No
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10th, Adult Education, Staff
FULL Unit Plan - Civics and Economics and English 4 Checklist Dates by Quarter
Full year unit plan for civics and economics and its connections to English 4 curriculum. This includes each unit, connection to specific standards, key concepts, and key ideas each week.
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11th - 12th
Mapping CNN10 News Stories with Google Maps
Many people use worksheets to track CNN10.com and current events, but I wanted my students to track where in the world those events are occurring. This resource leads you through the easy step-by-step process of creating a Google Map that visually tracks stories, and can be shared between teacher and student (through Google Classroom). This works best in a 1:1 classroom, but could also be done on a bi-weekly schedule in computer labs, or at home on a computer.
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5th - 12th
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Middle Ages Unit Plan and Lesson Overview | Medieval Europe
If you are looking to see an example of how we structure our Middle Ages unit, you are in the right place! This free resource shares what we do during our Middle Ages unit, approximately how long we spend on each activity or topic, and how the activities all fit together.This resource can give you an idea about how we teach Middle Ages and help you decide what to include in your unit. Feel free to use this plan as an outline for what to include in your Middle Ages unit or use the editable planni
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6th - 9th
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Upper Grades Behavior Monitoring Chart
I was looking for a way to track warnings I find myself giving out throughout the day. It seems like there are TONS of behavior management resources for elementary, but not for secondary grades. My hope is that this can be useful to keeping track of behaviors in class so you don't end up giving out warnings forever! This helpful data tracking tool can also be used for IEPs, parent teacher conferences, or admin referrals. This is a google drive resource, so you can make copy and customize to your
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Fortunato Missing Person Report (Teacher)
In the matter of Fortunato, an intriguing case unfolds after an in-depth analysis of Edgar Allan Poe's masterpiece, 'The Cask of Amontillado.' Dive into the shadows of this riveting tale, where mystery, deception, and revenge intertwine. Through careful scrutiny, the truth behind Fortunato's fate will be unveiled, shedding light on the depths of human nature. Stay tuned for a gripping narrative that transcends the pages of literature and enters the realm of investigation.Immerse your students in
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Fortunato Missing Person Report Bundle
Socials 10 Unit 3: Postwar Canada: 1946-1984 BUNDLE (print & digital)
©Alternate Courses creates simplified curriculum including outlines, progress charts, notes, worksheets, tests, and inquiry projects that can be used in a traditional inclusive classroom as well as for asynchronous and remote learning. Our course work meets all the learning outcomes of the new British Columbia curriculum in a simplified form for independent, self-paced work without the need for a textbook. Our student-centred projects give your students voice and choice in their learning. Our No
Grades:
10th, Adult Education, Staff
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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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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.
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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.
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