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3rd grade social studies independent work packets on sale
Northern Lights - Look Up At Sky! - Inclusive Learning
Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning for Primary Elementary School Students This learning resources includes reading activities and video learning links.Activities include: critical thinking, connecting, sorting and exploring Inuit beliefs in different arctic regions.Also included is a crossword puzzle to extend understanding and three different mini-book activities for students to display their understanding. (A perfect activity to take home and read to the family!) This unit,
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Grades:
K - 3rd
Also included in: Inuit and the Arctic Lessons - Inclusive Learning
Travel Themed Learning Activities and Games
Let’s Travel and Explore!Ready for some travel fun? Beat that boredom! Whether on the road, on a plane or train, or even in a waiting room or restaurant - this pack will keep learners engaged and their minds active! Perfect for travel or to use in the classroom for enrichment, warm-ups, bell ringer activities, “early finishers”, as part of a travel unit, and more! This travel-themed resource includes 65+ activities with little to no prep and is ready to print and go! It includes coloring sheets,
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Grades:
1st - 4th
Building an Igloo - Indigenous Resource - Inclusive Learning
Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning for Primary Elementary School Students This learning resource includes comprehension activities and video learning links.Activities include: critical thinking, sorting, sequencing and exploring Inuit culture.Also included is a mini-book activity for students to display their understanding. (A perfect activity to take home and read to the family!)This unit, complimented by the other Northern Series Units are perfect for: class discussions, i
Grades:
K - 3rd
Also included in: Inuit and the Arctic Lessons - Inclusive Learning
Women’s History Month Reading Comprehension Passages - International Womens Day
Women’s History Month Biography Reading Comprehension PassagesStep on an educational journey as we dive into the biographies of trailblazing women who have shaped history. These carefully crafted reading comprehension passages offer insights into the lives and contributions of remarkable figures. The high-quality print-ready materials, versatile file formats, and comprehensive content ensure an enriching learning experience for students and educators alike. Explore the stories of these influenti
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Valentine's Day in China Pack- 23 Pages of Fun + Multi-Sensory Guide
Introducing a Fun and Comprehensive 23-Page Activity Packet You Will Love.............................................................This activity and worksheet packet teaching about the customs and traditions found in China's Valentine's Day and Qixi Festival is an immersive and engaging experience that your student's will absolutely adore!................................................................Include inside you'll find a detailed teacher's guide for expansion activities, complete wit
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3rd - 5th
Presidents Day -Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions about U.S Presidets
Presidents Day - U.S. Presidents Reading Comprehension PackageExplore the Legacy of America's LeadersDive into the rich history of U.S. Presidents with our meticulously crafted "Presidents Day Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions." This comprehensive package covers notable presidents like George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, offering a deep insight into their lives and leadership.Included Presidents:George WashingtonJohn AdamsThomas JeffersonJames MadisonMillard FillmoreFranklin Pierce
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2nd - 5th
Primary Community Helper Test (with answer key) - Social Studies Assessment
Community Helper Test is a fantastic written assessment tool for any Primary Community Helpers Unit. This Community Helper Test also includes an straightforward answer key to make marking this Summative Community Helper Assessment easy.This Community Helper Test includes questions that will have students:- write what they know about Community Helpers and a Community,- draw to identify Community Helper Vehicles and Important Buildings Community Helpers work in- sort through various needs of a com
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K - 3rd
Also included in: Community Helper Unit: Grade 1: Primary: Assessments Included
The Green Mountain Boys
The Green Mountain Boys worksheet and answers:The worksheet provides a detailed historical account of the Green Mountain Boys and their role in the American Revolution, particularly focusing on their activities in what is now Vermont. It describes their formation, actions against New York’s claims to the New Hampshire Grants, their famous victory at Fort Ticonderoga, and their significance in Vermont’s eventual statehood. The text also touches on the legacy of the Green Mountain Boys and their e
Grades:
3rd - 9th
As Long as the Rivers Flow and Goodbye Buffalo Bay BUNDLE - Inclusive Learning
Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning in Elementary Classrooms This is a BUNDLE supporting two books written by award winning Cree author, Larry Loyie, As Long as the Rivers Flow and GoodBye Buffalo Bay As Long as the Rivers Flow, written by written by Larry Loyie, with Constance Brissenden and illustrated by Heather D. Holmlund is a true story beautifully describing ten year-old Lawrence's life before going to residential school.This novel study unit was created to support a si
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3rd - 9th
Raven Tales: Bukwas - Differentiated Activities
Supporting Indigenous Resources for Elementary School Students*** Scholastics has discontinued this series. Only purchase if you have access to this resource***This unit is based on the animated series and published graphic novel set, Raven Tales, adapted by Simon Daniel James, created by Chris Kientz, and Edited by David Bouchard.This unit was created with differentiated response pages to support independent literacy centres or as a single lesson.Designed to support independent learning, a focu
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1st - 4th
Also included in: Raven Tales: BUNDLE - Differentiated Activities
Raven Tales: Bald Eagle - Differentiated Activities
Supporting Indigenous Resources for Elementary School Students*** Scholastics has discontinued this series. Only purchase if you have access to this resource***This unit is based on the animated series and published graphic novel set, Raven Tales, adapted by Simon Daniel James, created by Chris Kientz, and Edited by David Bouchard.This unit was created with differentiated response pages to support independent literacy centres or as a single lesson. Designed to support independent learning, a foc
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Also included in: Raven Tales: BUNDLE - Differentiated Activities
Roy Henry Vickers - Les histoires traditionnels des Premiers Nations
Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning for Elementary School StudentsThis learning reource supports the books: Peace Dancer, Raven Brings the Light, Orca Chief, and Cloudwalker, with reading comprehension strategies bundled together in a student response booklet.Included in this unit are:Ties to the BC Curriculum Big Ideas for Grades 2-6 in Language Arts andGrades 2 and 3 in Social Studies. (Outside of BC, similar curricularcomparisons can be made.)Student Response BookletAssessm
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2nd - 5th
Community Helper Unit: Grade 1: Primary: Assessments Included
Community Helper Unit is a MEGA Bundle! Take the stress off of planning - this unit WILL SAVE YOU TIME.This Community Helper Unit Bundle includes:An easy to follow student booklet that walks students through the process of understanding: what a community is, their role in the community, buildings in their community, community helpers and the tools they use, the importance of community helpers, and what they want their future role in the community to be.Also includes a variety of different assess
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Grades:
K - 3rd
Fantasy Unit Study | Learning About Magical Creatures and More
Create magic through learning! Dive into the world of magical creatures and fantasy! This thematic pack includes multiple ready to use printables for writing, planning, student research and reflection, project ideas and more! All about Magical Creatures! If you have learners curious about unicorns, dragons, fairies, phoenix, griffins, storytelling, myths, or legends, then this pack is for them! Create engaging Language Arts lessons or a unit study and draw upon the interests of your learners! Th
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3rd - 6th
My Responsibilities Booklet: Grade 1, Primary, Roles and Responsibilities
My Responsibilities Booklet was designed for the Grade 1 Ontario Curriculum but can be used for any unit about Roles and Responsibilities. This is a fantastic booklet that focuses on responsibilities at Home, School, and in the Community; as well as the different responsibilities we have, and how they evolve with age. All pages include follow up activities for students in an easy to follow format!My Responsibilities Booklet includes:- Title Page- Growing Responsibilities- Cut and Paste Types of
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Grades:
K - 3rd
Election Day with John Philip Sousa | Classical Music Activities
Just print & play! Do you need engaging classical music activities for Election Day/election themed units? This upbeat compilation of John Philip Sousa listening sheets includes 9 exciting marches! Sousa also celebrates his birthday in November.★ USA Election Day: November 3, 2020Printable Listening Sheets Include: (two pages per piece)The Gladiator MarchSemper FidelisThe Washington PostThe ThundererHigh School CadetsAnchor and StarThe Liberty BellStars and Stripes ForeverInvincible Eagle M
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Grades:
1st - 4th
Around the World Unit Study Tools | Countries | Research | Projects | Writing
Take a trip around the world and learn about countries! This thematic pack includes multiple printables for planning, student research and reflection, writing, vocabulary, project ideas and more! All about countries around the world! This can be used in the classroom, for learning at home, or for homeschooling. There are colorful and black and white versions of most activities included. Pack Includes: · Challenge Vocabulary Words · Color the Continents · Comparing Countries Venn Diagram · Countr
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2nd - 5th
Learn About The 50 States with Organizers, Research Tools, Writing, and Projects
Travel the USA! Learn about and research the 50 states with these fun and engaging activities! This thematic pack includes multiple printables and tools for planning, student research and reflection, writing, creative responses, project ideas and more! All about the States in the USA! This can be used in the classroom, for at home learning, or for homeschooling. There are colorful and black and white versions included. Pack Includes: · Quote and Coloring Pages (multiple versions)· All About Stat
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Also included in: Learning About the 50 States Bundle
100th Day of School No Prep Activities and Worksheets for 1st to 3rd Grade
Celebrate the 100th day of school with our collection of no prep activities! These worksheets, activities, and ideas are perfect for elementary school classrooms and are great for first-grade and kindergarten students. These great no prep activities will keep students engaged as they celebrate this milestone anniversary. The 100 days of school activities also include a focus on counting and math. Our teacher resources are perfect for busy educators looking for creative and fun ways to make the 1
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K - 3rd
My Local Community Student Booklet with Answers: Grade 1 - Primary
My Local Community Student Booklet was designed for Grade 1 using the Ontario Curriculum but can be used for any Primary My Community/Community Helpers Unit. Student booklet includes 36 activities as well as a teacher answer booklet. The booklet is very easy to follow and walks students through the process of understanding: what a community is, their role in the community, buildings in their community, community helpers and the tools they use, the importance of community helpers, and what they w
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Grades:
K - 3rd
Also included in: Community Helper Unit: Grade 1: Primary: Assessments Included
Community Helpers and Their Tools - Grade 1 - Assessment with Rubric - PRIMARY
Community Helpers and Their Tools Booklet was designed for Primary students (Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3) learning about Community Helpers or a "My Local Community" Unit and the important elements within their Local Communities. In this Community Helper package, there is a straightforward rubric as an assessment tool included. This Community Helper assessment tool includes:- 15 different community helpers that are highlighted:firefighter, veterinarian, zookeeper, farmer, chef, astron
Grades:
PreK - 3rd
Also included in: Community Helper Unit: Grade 1: Primary: Assessments Included
How I Survived Four Nights on the Ice Lessons - Indigenous Resource
Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning for Elementary School StudentsThis learning resource has SIX different activities using comprehension strategies: Problem and Solution, Connection, and Summarizing PLUS a crossword based on the story and a Creative Writing extension!No prep, reading response pages are designed to focused on each reading strategy identified above. Grades 3 to Grade 6 will have success using these response pages and could be used to guide discussions for Grade
Grades:
2nd - 7th
Martin Luther King Jr. Color by Code Kindness Words
Spread kindness with a super $1 deal! These color by code activities teach key words that spread love and kindness. Students will enjoy coloring these as they think about words that describe Dr. King and his teachings. Perfect for helping students brainstorm words when writing about MLK, leadership, and kindness/friendships. There are 4 color by codes included, each one with a theme. Answer keys included. Printing: Be sure your settings are "fit to scale" to assure a great 8.5 x 11 fit. Pages in
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2nd - 4th
Community Helpers Pack
Community Helpers Pack- Writing practice- Color by Number- Match the worker to their workplace- Draw a picture of the worker
Grades:
PreK - 3rd
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