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Social studies Common Core RI.5.4 resources
Seven Continents & Five Oceans Unit: Slide Shows, Reading, Activities, & More!
Need an easy to use comprehensive resource for the major landmasses and oceans of the world? This social studies unit is packed full of facts, features, differentiated reading passages and comprehension questions, a research 3D globe craft, a collaborative poster for your hallway display, and much more to help you bring the seven continents and five oceans to life! Find everything you need all in one place!Click the Preview to View MoreThis unit includes:Continents Facts & Features Slide Sho
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1st - 5th
Black History Month Reading Comprehension Passages Biographies Research Poster
Black History Month Activities made simple! Celebrate Black History Month with biography close reading passages your students will love to read! Grab these close-reading articles to help your students learn about important African Americans while they reflect on their lives with critical thinking reader reflection tasks.These activities are perfect to tie together important history and nonfiction reading.This pack has 4 biographies to help you teach about African Americans and includes critical
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Also included in: Famous Person Biography Reading Comprehension Passages Scientists
Ancient Egypt Unit Projects and Activities - Egypt Map - Pyramids Worksheets
This Ancient Egypt Unit Bundle has over 350 pages of Egypt projects and activities. It contains Ancient Egypt reading passages, an Ancient Egypt timeline, comprehension questions, an Ancient Egypt map, foldable activities, projects, graphic organizers, and more! ✅Be sure to click on the previews for detailed descriptions and images of exactly what is included in this package.✅SAVE $$$$ BY PURCHASING THIS COMPLETE BUNDLE OF EGYPT PROJECTS AND ACTIVITIES AT A REDUCED PRICE! This is a HUGE value w
Grades:
4th - 7th
13 Colonies Map and Activities | Printable & Digital
Focus on climate, geography, and the economies of the early American colonies using this informational text, comprehension worksheet, map activity, and assessment! Students will gain a better understanding of how climate and geography played a role in shaping each colonial economy. A printable PDF version and digital version is included! **This resource is part of the no-prep 13 Colonies Unit Bundle. It includes FIVE printable and digital resources at a 30% discount price! A FREE 13 Colonies wo
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: 13 Colonies Unit | Colonial America | Colonization | Map & Activities
13 Colonies Activities & Unit: Passages Worksheets Maps Colonial Times Project
Take a step back to Colonial America with these fun 13 Colonies activities. Students will enjoy learning about life in 13 Colonies with this COMPLETE unit that includes three different levels of reading passages, organizers, map activities, unit test, a flipbook, vocabulary posters, and so much more! The passages focus on each region related to people, natural resources, climate, daily life, crops, houses, schooling, and economy. There are reading passages and activities for three different reg
Grades:
2nd - 5th
4th / 5th Grade Social Studies: Full-Year Curriculum BUNDLE. No-Prep!
The Social Studies, Year-Long Bundle provides a complete curriculum for upper-elementary classrooms with a focus on literacy development, reading comprehension, and active learning. 21st Century skills are emphasized with annotation and reading skills development, interactive hands-on activities, research, and more. Student workbooks include informational reading passages, meaning no textbook is needed! In addition, student workbooks and PowerPoints are Google compatible, which allows for digit
Grades:
4th - 5th
American Civil War Reading Passages Worksheets Unit Causes Battles Maps Timeline
Make history come to life in your classroom with our Civil War Activities Complete Unit! Immerse your students into the American Civil War with this comprehensive collection of interactive activities, leveled reading passages, comprehension questions, and vocabulary posters. Step back in time as you teach your students about the events and people that were part of this crucial moment in history.Go Digital--A Digital Version of This Unit is Now Available:A DIGITAL version of this unit for Google
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3rd - 5th
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Summer Olympics 2024 BUNDLE | Print and Digital
Looking for a fun way to incorporate the Summer Olympics into your classroom? This BUNDLE contains the complete no-prep unit AND the presentation. The complete unit contains activities to keep your students engaged while learning about the Summer Games. It is full of foldable activities (great for interactive notebooks and lapbooks) and other hands-on activities. The reading passages are perfect for integrating your Social Studies and Reading/Language Arts classrooms.This contains a link on page
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2nd - 5th
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Westward Expansion Fun Activities Reading Passages Flip Book Maps Lewis & Clark
Visit the Wild West with these Westward Expansion with comprehension reading passages and activities about Lewis & Clark, Louisiana Purchase, Gold Rush, Erie Canal, Pony Express, and the Oregon Trail. With information about:Westward ExpansionLouisiana PurchaseErie CanalThe AlamoPony ExpressOregon TrailGold RushLewis and Clark ExpeditionImportant Inventions: Telegraph, Steam Locomotive, and SteamboatThis unit on the Westward includes reading passages, comprehension questions, character studie
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2nd - 4th
13 Colonies Activities Bundle Reading Passages Map Worksheets of Colonial Times
Inside this Colonial America Bundle, are 20 leveled reading passages about Life in the 13 Colonies, plus graphic organizers, map activities, Google Slides, a PowerPoint, task cards, a unit test, and vocabulary. Both print and digital are included in this bundle. What's Inside:Activity Pack (PDF) with Leveled PassagesDigital Version in Google SlidesUnit TestPowerPoint PresentationTask CardsBIG-MATS Activity MatsTeacher DirectionsAnswer KeysBONUS: 13 Colonies Crossword PuzzleWith this complete uni
Grades:
2nd - 5th
Ancient Mesopotamia Unit Projects and Activities - Reading Passages - Map - Test
Ancient Mesopotamia Interactive Notebook unit - This 140+ page package of Mesopotamia activities contains everything you need to teach a complete Ancient Mesopotamia unit! This includes reading passages, research activities, foldable activities, questions, graphic organizers, and more. Perfect for your Mesopotamia or Ancient Civilizations unit, all resources are classroom tested and include detailed instructions and creative handouts. Very little teacher prep in needed – simply print and teach!
Grades:
4th - 7th
Current Events Templates | Worksheets | Assignments | Activities
Add diversity to your current event assignments with these 5 standards-aligned templates. Each current event worksheet focuses on a different reading comprehension skill (Main Idea & Details, Text Connections, Vocabulary in Context, Fact vs. Opinion, and Summarizing). This resource can be completed on paper or online with laptops, Chromebooks, tablets, or any device that supports Google Slides. The included Teacher's Guide includes access to the link that will allow you to make your own
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4th - 7th
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Ancient Greece Unit Projects - Interactive Notebook Activities - Greece Map Test
There are over 450 pages in this COMPLETE Ancient Greece Unit Bundle of Ancient Greece activities. It is the perfect addition to an Ancient Civilization unit! This Ancient Greece activity package contains all of my best selling Ancient Greece Interactive Notebook units with reading passages, Ancient Greece map activities, comprehension questions, Greek mythology projects, foldable activities, vocabulary activities, task cards, unit test, and more! ✅SAVE $$$$ BY PURCHASING THIS COMPLETE BUNDLE
Grades:
4th - 7th
Writing of the US Constitution: Constitution Day Activities Passages & Flip Book
The Writing of the U.S. Constitution: Constitution Day Activities & Flip Book.Students will love learning all about the Writing of the U.S. Constitution with this fun activity pack, with reading passages, comprehension questions, vocabulary posters, and a flipbook! A perfect way to celebrate Constitution Day on September 17!Go Digital--A Digital Version of This Unit is Now Available:A Digital Version of this unit for Google Classroom is available here.What's Inside:✔Articles of Confederation
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Branches of Government LINKtivity® (Legislative, Judicial, Executive)
Transform your students into government experts with this engaging and interactive digital resource! The 3 Branches of Government LINKtivity is the perfect way to introduce your upper elementary students to the unique features of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.With just a single link, your students will be able to access a kid-friendly digital learning guide that includes video, audio, fun graphics, and more, making their learning experience enjoyable and unforgettable. The LI
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3rd - 5th
Western Expansion and Manifest Destiny Doodle Notes and Digital Guided Notes
Engage your students with these doodle notes about Manifest Destiny and the expansion of the United States between 1783 - 1853. These graphic doodle notes summarize the expansion of the United States from the Treaty of Paris of 1783 through the Gadsden Purchase in 1853. What's included with the printed Doodle Notes:*Teacher directions and a list of the videos included in the PowerPoint (4 pages)*Blank doodle notes for students to fill in and color as you cover the information on the handouts. (1
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8th - 11th
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September 11 Differentiated Reading Passages & Questions for 911 Patriot Day
In this resource, there is a nonfiction reading passage based on the attacks on September 11, 2001. It is differentiated for your high, mid, and lower level students. 4 types of questions are included, along with an answer key. Integrate history content with your reading texts and meet each reader's needs with this set. Guided Reading Levels: M-Q-W$Why should I purchase this passage set?$• Textbooks aren't what they used to be...if we have them at all. Often textbooks are written well above grad
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3rd - 6th
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Three Branches of Government Activities Project Worksheets Flip Book 3 Branches
Our Three Branches of Government activity pack is sure to be a hit! With this fun activity pack, you’ll get reading passages that come in three levels so you can easily meet each student’s individual reading level. There are colorful vocabulary posters and an easy-to-assemble flip book included in this pack too.With information about:Three Branches of Government The PreambleThe Executive BranchThe Legislative BranchThe Judicial BranchGo Digital--A Digital Version of This Unit is Now Available:A
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Age of Exploration Activities Early European Explorers Activities Map Project
Explore the Age of Exploration with our comprehensive activities resource bundle, tailored for 5th to 7th-grade Social Studies! This all-inclusive package features seven StudentSavvy resources: an Interactive Notebook, engaging Reading Passages, a dynamic Interactive PowerPoint, Project-Based Learning Activities, innovative STEM Challenges, Google Classroom Projects, and thorough Assessments/Exams/Tests, ensuring a well-rounded and interactive learning experience.This bundled product contains th
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3rd - 8th
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13 Colonies Unit | Colonial America | Colonization | Map & Activities
Supplement your instruction of the 13 colonies with these comprehensive, no-prep, and standards aligned lessons. Focus on colonial America using differentiated instruction, expository reading and writing practice, vocabulary support, primary source analysis, and map skills reinforcement. Everything you need for student-centered instruction is included! Printable PDF and Google Drive versions are included for each resource! By purchasing this bundle, you are saving 30% off the full value of the i
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5th - 8th
Liberty's Kids BUNDLE 1-40 Video Response Forms, Tests, AND Reflection Questions
Looking for DIGITAL GOOGLE FORMS AND ACTIVITIES for online learning? Click here.Quizzes, Tests, and Thinking Questions -Basic 10 question quiz/ video response form for EVERY episodemultiple choice, T/F, fill in the blank for episodes 1-40-Answer key for each quiz/video response form and test-3 thinking response questions per episode Great to use as discussion questions too.- Additional separate review TESTS provided every 5 quizzes.This is a PDF download but we also have a link to our Google Doc
Grades:
4th - 7th
Middle Ages Feudalism | Detailing European Feudalism in First-Person Accounts!
In this highly-engaging Middle Ages Life in European Feudalism activity, students read first-person accounts from different classes in European Feudalism in an attempt to understand the feudal system, vassals, the structure of a fief, and the role of Kings, Lords, Knights, and Serfs!This Middle Ages lesson is included in the larger Middle Ages Unit Bundle located here!Each student reads a different first-person perspective, from either the perspective of a King, a Lord, a Knight, or a Serf. The
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5th - 8th
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US History Curriculum Activities 5th Grade United States Map Geography Projects
This Upper Elementary and Middle School Complete US History Curriculum Resource has over 1,205 pages/slide of material covering Ancient American | Native Americans, The Age of Exploration, Relations Between Colonists and Native Americans, The Original 13 Colonies, Events Leading up to the Revolutionary War, The American Revolution and Declaration of Independence, The Constitution and Articles of Confederation***UPDATE: Now contains curriculum binders and sample classroom pacing guide!**UPDATE: N
Grades:
4th - 7th
Pioneers Life along the Oregon Trail Westward Expansion Unit Projects Activities
Learn all about pioneer life, the Oregon Trail, and Westward movement with this complete Pioneer Interactive Notebook! These pioneer activities contain reading passages and comprehension questions, graphic organizers, and foldables. These pioneer worksheets are perfect for Pioneer Days and would be a great addition to a unit on Pioneer Cat or Little House in the Big Woods unit!✅Be sure to check out the thumbnails and preview for a detailed description and images of exactly what is included in th
Grades:
2nd - 5th
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