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5th grade Martin Luther King Day social studies resources on sale
Veterans Day Program Script School Assembly or Class Activity to Honor Veterans
Are you planning a Veterans Day celebration for your school this year? This Veterans Day program script will help you get started as you plan your Veterans Day program.Our school's Veterans Day program has been my absolute favorite event of the year for over fifteen years!I have found that a program that celebrates Veterans is one of our favorite activities to bring together community members of all ages and students in our school. I have used this script at our school-wide Veterans Day progra
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1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Juneteenth | Activities + Video
Juneteenth is a date to commemorate the freedom for which we must fight every day in our country.This resource can be used both physically and digitally.It includes:- Cover page.- How to do page.p1:- Introduction.- What is Juneteenth?p2:- Look up the meanings.- What is the significance of Juneteenth?- What do you know about this day?p3:- The Emancipation Proclamation.- Juneteenth and Slavery in Texas.p4:- What Really Happened at Roswell.p5:- Timeline.p6:- The date.- Write a short review about Ab
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4th - 9th
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Fairy Tale Court - a mock trial mini unit
Fairy Tale Court is an activity that facilitates many ELA learning outcomes in a way that's highly engaging for students. Students will develop research skills, engage in critical thinking, defend a position, play the role of a character in court, and practice presentation skills. They will learn all about the judicial system as they participate in a mock trial of their own.This resource includes:Teacher NotesFairy Tale Court InstructionsCourt Procedures and EtiquetteSix Classic Fairy TalesExhib
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5th - 8th
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Fatty Legs Lessons - Novel Study
Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning for Elementary Students This product is also available in a bundle: Fatty Legs and A Stranger at Home BUNDLE, that includes the sequel novel unit, A Stranger at Home.Comprehension strategies used in this unit are: connection, visualization, question, infer, and transform.For Distance Learning - Teachers can assign the Reading Response Booklet to students using Google Slides or PowerPoint (for Microsoft Teams.) The booklet is editable, and
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3rd - 8th
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Geography Jeopardy - an interactive social studies game
Geography Jeopardy is an interactive game in which students answer geography trivia questions. This resource reflects the popular TV game show, but adaptations have been made so it can be played in the classroom. The categories are:Where Am I?LandformsImaginary LinesKnown by Its ShapeGeography SuperlativesIslandsParts of a MapCountries Starting with "I"Colorful PlacesWater! Water! Water!ContinentsFamous LandmarksWhere in the World?*SIGN UP AS A FOLLOWER OF “OFF THE PAGE” AND GET NOTIFICATIONS OF
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5th - 8th
Hispanic Heritage Month Bulletin Board and Poster (40 Figures Included)
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with our exciting bulletin board and poster packet! This packet is designed to help you create a vibrant and culturally rich display that celebrates the diverse contributions of Hispanic Americans.The packet includes 40 colorful and engaging figures, each featuring a different Hispanic American figure or icon and their brief information. These figures include famous artists, writers, musicians, activists, and politicians...Students will love learning about these
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3rd - 6th
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Geography: Push and Pull Factors on Human Migration (Includes lesson, PP & Game)
This lesson is easy enough for 5th graders to understand yet works well with students up to grade 12. Modifications can be made as needed. Students need to understand the differences between human migration, emigration, and immigration as well as the push and pull factors that influence migration. This lesson includes:°Introduction to get students thinking°Encourages brainstorming with graphic organizers°An interactive PowerPoint addressing: migration, immigration, emigration, push and pull fact
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5th - 12th
Also included in: BUNDLE FOR ALICE
Layers Of The Atmosphere: Interactive Google Slides + PPT Version + Worksheet
Layers Of The Atmosphere: Interactive Google Slides + PPT + Worksheet (Distance Learning)Interactive presentation & quiz on Layers of the atmosphere. Please view the powerpoint previewINTERACTIVE GOOGLE SLIDES/POWER POINT PRESENTATION on layers of the atmosphere. It can be used for distance learning and google classroom or within the classroom.Once downloaded: Please view the GOOGLE SLIDES/POWERPOINT IN 'PRESENT ▶️' modeWorksheet also included in ZIP file 'Parts of the atmosphere' .These are
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3rd - 8th
Fatty Legs and A Stranger at Home Lessons BUNDLE - Inclusive Learning
Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning for Elementary and Middle School StudentsFor Distance Learning - Teachers can assign the Reading Response Booklet to students using Google Slides or PowerPoint (for Teams.) The booklet is editable, and students type their responses in editable text boxes. Online copies of Fatty Legs can be found at Epic!(I believe teachers can sign their students up for free!)In-class Environment - The hard copy novel study units were created to support a s
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4th - 8th
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Getting To Know You Through Geography: A Beginning of The Year Carousel Activity
Geography teachers, are you always looking for a great Getting To Know You back-to-school geography activity for the beginning of the year for all ages? This activity will encourage your students to become familiar with their classmates as they work in groups and rotate through various stations. What a great introduction to basic geography skills such as graphs, charts, maps, and the concept of culture. It truly teaches geography skills all the while allowing students to collaborate, have fun, a
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Bundle for T. Wilson (25 Geography Lessons)
Hispanic Heritage Month Poster with Quotes - Bulletin Board (41 figures)
The Hispanic Heritage Month Poster with Quotes packet is a collection of 41 posters that celebrate the contributions and achievements of Hispanic and Latino Americans throughout history. Each poster features a vibrant and colorful design that showcases an inspiring quote from a notable Hispanic or Latino figure, along with a brief biography that provides context for the quote.The packet includes posters featuring a wide range of Hispanic and Latino figures, including artists, activists, scientis
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2nd - 6th
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Earth Science worksheet: Label stages of the water cycle
Earth Science worksheet: Label stages of the water cycle2 VERSIONS OF WORKSHEET (Worksheet with a word bank & Worksheet with no word bank)Students have to label the stages of water cycle by looking at the diagram (Evaporation, Collection, Precipitation and Condensation)Students can color in the pictures they are doneWorksheet aimed at higher kindergarten/lower primary levelAnswer Key includedBoth PDF and Editable Word Versions included within the ZIP file
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K - 6th
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I AM NOT A NUMBER Lessons - Residential Schools Reading Response
Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning for Elementary and Middle School Students This no-prep learning resource / reconciliation novel study, includes NINE different activities to support this authentic resource using comprehension strategies: Summarizing, Connection, Visualization, Questioning, Critical Thinking and Transformation Plus... an activity identifying Child Rights violations described in the book.This response unit supports in class learning as well as DISTANCE LEARNI
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4th - 8th
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Primary & Secondary Sources: Grades 4-8 (Digital & Printable, Audio)
A highly differentiated top seller with digital and printable options! Aligned with Core Curriculum Standards and Most State Standards! This lesson teaches students what primary and secondary sources are, provides examples, and discusses how to make judgments about sources. The end of unit activity asks students to reflect upon their own personal lives, consider the way they live today, and the types of artifacts that they might leave behind for others to learn about themselves. This product inc
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4th - 8th
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Patriot Day Reflections: Patriot Day Activities Reading Comprehension Passage
The "Patriot Day Reflections: Patriot Day Activities Reading Comprehension Passage" worksheet provides a collection of reading comprehension passages around Patriotic Day. Through the passages, students will learn about various aspects of Patriotic Day, including its historical significance and related activities."Patriot Day Reflections: Patriot Day Activities Reading Comprehension Passage" worksheet includes meaningful passages such as:The September 11th AttacksThe Patriot ActTrue Stories of 9
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3rd - 5th
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Cinco de Mayo Activities + Readings + Video | May 5 Activities
May 5 is a great opportunity to celebrate the culture and virtues of the Mexican people. This resource tries to find the true message of this day. It can be used both physically and digitally. It includes: - Cover page. - How to do page. p1: - The fifth of May. - What is the importance of May 5? p2: - Video "The Battle of Puebla". - Answer the questions. p3: - Synthesize the story of the Battle of Puebla. - Why do you think the Battle of Puebla was important? p4: - When is the Independence of M
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5th - 11th
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Also included in: Cinco de Mayo | May 5 | English + Spanish
Canadian Government Gr. 5-8
Travel back to Confederation to see how Canada became a new nation. Our resource breaks down the responsibilities and parts of the federal government.About this Resource: Recognize that Canada is a democracy and a constitutional monarchy, with the head of state being the King or Queen. Read the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, before writing your own Constitution for a new country. Create a presentation on one of the departments the federal government is responsible for, such as nationa
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Governments of North America BIG BOOK - BUNDLE
Journalism Newspaper Article Project Digital & Printable Templates
Journalism Newspaper Article Project Templates are Digital on Google Slides and/or Powerpoint. They are great for any subjects such as History Projects, ELA Informational Writing, Science Discoveries and much more. Also included is a pdf version. Included in this product are the following:3 different Digital Template layouts for newspaper articles2 Sample Templates for students to visualize how they can present their research, article and pictures or advertisement.A quick guideline for the inv
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5th - 11th
Also included in: Journalism Bundle Newspaper Article Project Templates
We Are Water Protectors Lessons - Indigenous Resource - Inclusive Learning
Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning in Elementary SchoolsEight different comprehension activities support the story, We Are Water Protectors using:Prediction, Summary, Meaning, Problem and Resolution (with Opinion),Connection, Question, Create an Alternative EndingThis unit is developed to support a single read aloud copy. There is zero prep needed (other than photocopying.)Also included are learning links, including video links and related books.**Be sure to follow my blog fo
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1st - 5th
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Native American Heritage Month Activities + Debate + Videos
Native American Heritage Month is a very important month in our country. In a world where the inclusion of different cultures is essential, our duty as teachers is to teach our students tolerance and respect. That is why I created this non-discriminatory material, with the intention that each of our students become aware to make this a better world. It can be used both physically and digitally. It includes: p1: - Text "The History of Hispanic Heritage Month". p2: - Reading comprehension questio
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4th - 12th
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Also included in: November Bundle | Halloween, Day of the Dead, Thanksgiving and more...
A Stranger at Home Lessons and Novel Study
Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusion Learning for Elementary and Middle School Students This product is also available in a bundle: Fatty Legs and a Stranger at Home BUNDLE, that includes the first novel unit, Fatty Legs.For Distance Learning - Teachers can assign the Reading Response Booklet to students using Google Slides or PowerPoint (for Microsoft Teams.) The booklet is editable, and students type their responses in editable text boxes. In-class Environment - This novel study unit
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4th - 8th
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Strong Stories: Coast Salish Series Lesson BUNDLE - Inclusive Learning
Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning for Elementary School Students This learning resource BUNDLE is based on the Strong Stories: Coast Salish Series books and help organize and document student learning and understanding of the Coast Salish Culture. This bundle is perfect for: class discussions, individual learning or independent group learning stations.This product is featured in my blog: Strong Stories: my greatest discovery this year!Units included in this BUNDLE support th
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2nd - 5th
Entire Year Long Monthly Homework / Classwork Projects BUNDLE
Instead of giving daily homework, experiment with giving your students monthly projects. My students love these projects and look forward to presenting the hands on activities to the class every month. There are a mix of projects from each of the academic areas. Each project has directions on the front side and a rubric on the back. The projects are as follows:August - Brown Bag Speech - Get to Know YouSeptember - Famous Landmarks - Math Place ValueOctober - Cereal Box Book Report - Language Art
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3rd - 6th
5th Grade Social Studies Alive! America's Past - Chapters 1 - 5 - Set 1
**SAVE BIG BUYING SETS!** Enclosed you will find the first 5 chapters of 5th Grade Social Studies Alive! America's Past Task Cards. There are 24 multiple choice task cards in each set. Buy now and save BIG! ****************************************************************************************************************Included you will find:Geography of the U.S. Chapter 1 Task Cards - History Alive! TCiAmerican Indians and Their Land Chapter 2 Task Cards - History Alive! TCiAmerican Indian Cul
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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.
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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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