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Social studies Common Core L.4.5a resources
American Revolution Mentor Sentences & Interactive Activities Mini-Unit (4-6)
Mentor sentences are the perfect way to teach grammar and author's craft through examples of excellent sentences from your favorite read-aloud books! This unit will be a great way to integrate Social Studies in with your mentor sentences during your American Revolution Unit! It does not include explicit directions of how to implement mentor sentences in your room- these directions are in the Volume 1, FIRST Ten Weeks: Mentor Sentence Unit, Volume 2, FIRST Ten Weeks: Mentor Sentence Unit, or Volu
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4th - 6th
Katie's Trunk Mentor Text Unit
Katie's Trunk American Revolution Mentor Text
This unit was created to go with the book, Katie's Trunk by Ann Turner. It's about a Tory girl and her family right before the American Revolution- giving a different perspective than often taught. The unit includes activities for: inferring, synonyms (context clues), similes, character traits, writing using senses and imagery, and plotting the story.
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4th - 5th
Westward Expansion Mentor Sentences & Interactive Activities Mini-Unit (4-6)
Mentor sentences are the perfect way to teach grammar and author's craft through examples of excellent sentences from your favorite read-aloud books! This unit will be a great way to integrate Social Studies in with your mentor sentences during your Westward Expansion Unit! It does not include explicit directions of how to implement mentor sentences in your room- these directions are in the Volume 1, FIRST Ten Weeks: Mentor Sentence Unit, Volume 2, FIRST Ten Weeks: Mentor Sentence Unit, or Volum
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4th - 6th
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Morning Work Bundle (4th, 5th, 6th Grade)
Morning Work Bundle (4th, 5th, 6th Grade) - 532 Worksheets & Printables. A morning work bundle for upper elementary. Use the many art illustrations as a springboard into writing prompts.• Worksheets travel nicely between grade levels. • Meets 65-82% of Common Core Writing Literacy Standards for grades 3-7. Click links for full previews. You get the following:1. Editing - 12 Printable Prompts• Labor Day• Haunted House• Winter Solstice• Sled Racing• White House Easter Egg Roll• Valentine's Day
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4th - 7th
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I Survived The Attacks of September 11, 2001 {Novel Study} - PRINT & DIGITAL
I Survived The Attacks of September 11, 2001 novel study is now a PRINT and DIGITAL resource through GOOGLE SLIDES and EASEL by TPT. This complete novel study is ready for DISTANCE LEARNING. The I Survived series takes students on a journey to the past to learn about significant disasters that have impacted history. In this novel study, readers will learn about the events that caused many people to lose their lives on September 11th, 2001. Most importantly, students will learn about the heroi
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3rd - 4th
Signs of Survival a memoir and oral history by Hartman for ELA and history
This product includes over 100 comprehension, literary instruction, reflection, critical thinking, discussion, and composition prompts on cards for studying the memoir, Signs of Survival, by Renee Hartman with Joshua M. Greene. This book is an inspiring narrative account of Renee and Herta Hartman's experiences as children in Czechoslovakia during WWII. This novel opens the door to many important discussion opportunities for students within the classroom and beyond.Book Themes: Family, Courage,
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6th - 8th
Viking-themed Readers' Theater Lesson Plan Activities: Fluency, Vocab, Similes
Vikings - Readers' Theater Activity Pack: "Snori & the Giant": Snori the Viking would have a lot easier time fetching milk if a giant hadn't just eaten his cow.* * * * * * * * * *This readers' theater activity pack is also available in two different discounted bundles of scripts, activity packs, and readers' theater poetry collections:*READERS' THEATER MEGA BUNDLE OF SILLINESS*READERS' THEATER BUNDLE OF FUNNY FLUENCY SCRIPTS* * * * * * * * * *This readers' theater activity pack makes a fun
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3rd - 7th
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Ruby Lee & Me by Shannon Hitchcock Novel Study
Comments from buyers: “This was a great resource for after reading. I love the quizzes and the final exam. It breaks down vocabulary, figurative language, and discussion. I will use this for years to come.” “Wonderful resource, was challenging and engaging. Discussion questions are great.” “Worked perfectly for small reading groups. Put these into binders and the kids were thrilled.”This is a 100+ page, Common Core aligned, no prep novel study for Ruby Lee & Me by Shannon Hitchcock. This N
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3rd - 5th
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POETRY about WESTWARD EXPANDSION and FRONTIER LIFE History Writing Grammar
This collection of poems about cowboys & westward expansion allows you to teach literacy skills using American History content. Streamline your teaching with COWPOKE POETRY POSSIBILITIES. Much more than a poetry or social studies unit, it incorporates guided reading, grammar, poetry elements, types of poetry, writing prompts, research, and enrichment activities for upper elementary students. [4th grade, 5th grade, U.S. History, ELA, fourth grade, fifth grade, teaching poetry & history
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: POETRY UNITS MEGA BUNDLE Poems Teaching Points Writing Differentiation
I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 {Novel Study} - PRINT & DIGITAL
I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 is a DIGITAL & PRINT resource through GOOGLE SLIDES & EASEL by TPT. This novel study is ready for DISTANCE LEARNING. The I Survived series takes students on a journey to the past to learn about significant disasters that have impacted history. In this novel study, readers will learn about what it was like to travel onboard one of the most famous ships in the world, the Titanic. Most importantly, students will learn about the events that cau
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3rd - 4th
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Ground Zero by Alan Gratz Novel Study Questions Google Slides™ Compatible
This product includes 212 comprehension, literary instruction, reflection, critical thinking, discussion, and composition prompts on cards for studying the novel Ground Zero written by Alan Gratz. This book is a highly engaging and suspenseful historical fiction novel with many timely themes. This story opens the door to many important discussion opportunities for students within the classroom and beyond.Book Themes: Family, Survival, 9/11, War, Resilience, Afghanistan, U.S. History, Multiple P
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4th - 7th
Novel Study: Ranger in Time: Escape from the Great Earthquake
An excellent 16 chapter historical fiction book about the San Francisco Earthquake as seen through the eyes of a young Chinese refugee. I have divided the book into 4 sections and created 4 worksheets for each section: vocabulary, multi-choice questions, written response questions, and elements of literature. Within these pages are exercises for sequence, point of view, characterization, fact or opinion, fill in the blank, setting and mood, similes and metaphors, and characterization.
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3rd - 6th
Easter Island history unit with reading, writing, and math 3rd 4th grade
Easter Island history unit with reading, writing, and mathLearn all about Easter Island with this 5-day mini-unit! The Islanders who lived on Rapa Nui (Easter Island) were amazing builders, creating huge statues that still exist there today. Students will use reading, writing, and math skills while learning about this remote island culture. The unit is aligned with Common Core, so you can teach with confidence (mostly 4th grade, with some 3rd and 5th grade standards as well).This is one of my ma
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3rd - 6th
Iceberg Nielsen Titanic Cross-Curricular Book Companion Novel Study
A Titanic Story - This interdisciplinary book companion and novel study includes comprehension, literary instruction, reflection, critical thinking, discussion, and composition prompts for studying the outstanding historical fiction novel, Iceberg, by award-winning author, Jennifer Nielsen. This book is an inspiring narrative account of the fateful maiden journey of the RMS Titanic. This interdisciplinary novel study opens the door to many important discussion opportunities for students within t
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4th - 8th
Montessori Cosmic Guide: Elementary Montessori & Homeschool Learning Materials
Montessori Cosmic Guide: Elementary Montessori & Homeschool Learning Materials - Montessori-inspired Lessons & Materials in All Subject Areas (165 pages + Key): The COMPLETE Montessori Elementary Guide contains enough content to cover an entire school year!Item specifics: Recommended Ages: 8 to 12 years old (but you know the child best!)Number of Pages: 385 including Answer Key Subjects: For all Elementary subject areas ('Cosmic Education') Genre: Elementary, Montessori, Homeschooling, D
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3rd - 6th
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Someplace to Call Home Novel Study Questions Google Slides™ Compatible
This product includes 112 comprehension, literary instruction, reflection, critical thinking, discussion, and composition prompts on cards for studying the novel Someplace to Call Home written by Sandra Dallas. This book is an engaging historical fiction novel with many important themes. This story opens the door to many important discussion opportunities for students within the classroom and beyond.Book Themes: Family, Great Depression, Bullying, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Dust BowlThis book is
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3rd - 6th
Fun Facts About Comedy and Humor - Boom Learning Cards for Grades 2-4
This fun digital resource gets the children thinking about how humor and comedy affect their lives. Students can practice their reading skills, and have a little fun in the process! It's a fun resource for April Fool's Day, but can be used any time of the year! Who doesn't love thinking about comedy?Why use Fun Facts About Comedy and Humor - Boom Learning Cards for Grades 2-4? Research tells us engagement is essential to learning. The Boom Learning Digital Task Cards are fun for the children,
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2nd - 4th
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FREE - Grammar | Oregon Trail Worksheet (Gr. 3-7)
FREE - Grammar Bundle - Editing - Language Skills | Oregon Trail Worksheet (Grade 3-7). In this grammar freebees printables: 3 Oregon Trail paragraphs (answers will vary). + + + + + + + + Oregon Trail is part of Editing & Grammar Bundle: 91 Worksheets, which includes the following... Click links for full previews. A) Language Skills: 44 WorksheetsBasic• Sentences• Paragraphs• Nouns• Verbs• Adjectives• Adverbs• PrepositionsIntermediate• Apostrophes• Commas I• Commas II• Quotation Ma
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3rd - 7th
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Also included in: US History Bundle
Climate: Polar, Temperate, or Tropical Region? Boom Learning Digital Task Cards
Are your students learning about climate and weather? Do you want them to learn about different climate regions? Here’s a chance to learn about these important concepts while reading informational text and practicing important reading comprehension skills.Why use Climate: Polar, Temperate, or Tropical Region? Boom Learning Digital Task Cards? Research tells us engagement is essential to learning. The BOOM Learning Digital Task Cards are fun for the children, which is what keeps them coming b
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2nd - 4th
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City, Country, or Candy Explore Social Studies Vocabulary
Here's a chance to get the children thinking about social studies vocabulary, and have a little fun in the process! This digital resource explores names for cities and countries, with some candy names thrown in for fun!Why use City, Country, or Candy Boom Learning Digital Task Cards? The brain automatically sorts information into categories, and the more we encourage sorting, the more the brain will be able to draw logical conclusions and make predictions. These Boom Learning Digital Task Cards
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in: Building Vocabulary Science and Social Studies BoomCard Bundle!
Lesson Plans For Acts of Courage by Pamela Horner
If your success in life depends upon harboring a secret, then what do you do when you must either finally confront it, or lose the game of survival? Fen has been busy. He took an unexpected trip, hung around some important people – who are also dead – all the while keeping a deep secret.Fenmore Jacks does things on a grand scale. His personality is huge. His wit is enviable, especially among the other fourth graders. And his school career? It is a colossal – failure. He has to hide the fact tha
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4th - 6th
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Ancient Egypt Unit Plan: Great Pyramid of Giza Golden Ratio PowerPoint
NatureGlo's eScience Ancient Egypt Unit Plan: Great Pyramid of Giza Golden Ratio PowerPoint is a mini bundle featuring a unique math in the real world exploration. Few of the world's wonders hold more fascination than the Great Pyramid of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still mostly intact. The Great Pyramid is shrouded in mysteries. The modern world is still trying to unravel them. There is a continued debate among archaeologists, Egyptologists, and mathematicians regarding
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4th - 10th
Also included in: Math With Art
Famous Americans, Landforms, or Board Games - Explore Vocabulary Digitally
Here's a chance to get the children thinking about social studies vocabulary, and have a little fun in the process! This digital resource explores Famous Americans and Landforms, with some sandwich names thrown in for fun!Why use Famous Americans, Landforms, or Board Games? Boom Learning Digital Task Cards? The brain automatically sorts information into categories, and the more we encourage sorting, the more the brain will be able to draw logical conclusions and make predictions. These Boom Lea
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2nd - 4th
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Fun Facts Learn About the U.S. Constitution Boom Learning Digital Task Cards
Children can practice reading skills while learning about the U.S. Constitution! These Boom Learning digital task cards are fun AND educational!Why use Fun Facts About the U.S. Constitution Boom Digital Task Cards? Research tells us engagement is essential to learning. The Boom Learning Digital Task Cards are fun for the children, which is what keeps them coming back! They provide immediate feedback to the children, so learning is guaranteed to happen!How it works: The children are to choose t
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2nd - 4th
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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.
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