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Social studies Common Core RF.K.1d resources
SPACE AND SOLAR SYSTEM SCIENCE ACTIVITIES AND LESSON PLANS FOR KINDERGARTEN
Ignite curiosity and spark imagination as your kindergarteners learn about all things space! These well thought out activities focus on various topics about our solar system. Use the detailed lesson plans and suggested read alouds to help guide your instruction! The whole group activities are a great way to tie in literacy and science. Use the literacy and math centers during your small group teaching time.What's Included:Whole Group Lessons: This unit includes five days of whole group activitie
Grades:
K - 1st
Also included in: THEMATIC UNIT ACTIVITIES FOR LITTLE LEARNERS | GROWING BUNDLE
TRANSPORTATION Math Literacy Centers Activities Printables Preschool 101 Pages
Transportation Theme Unit Pack for Preschool - This is a comprehensive set of activities with a Transportation/Things That Go/Wheels theme - make hands-on, interactive centers and learning games for your preschool and pre-K classroom. 101 pagesClick the PREVIEW link to see most pages, and to decide if this is the educational level you are looking for.Contents:Large vehicle cut outs for small group recognition, description, bulletin board, flannel board, stick puppets etc. (11 vehicles)Word/pictu
Grades:
PreK - K
Also included in: HUGE BUNDLE 23 Big Theme Packs for Year Preschool PreK All Subjects
COMMUNITY HELPERS Centers Activities and Printables for Preschool 147 pages
BIG set of activities with a Community Helpers or Neighborhood Workers theme - make hands-on, interactive centers and learning games for your preschool and pre-K classroom. 147 pagesClick the PREVIEW link to see many pages, and to decide if this is the educational level you are looking for. Contents:Large community helper cut outs for small group recognition, description, bulletin board, flannel board, stick puppets etc. (20 workers)Word/picture strips Flash cards, 4 to a page, for memory and ma
Grades:
PreK - K
Also included in: HUGE BUNDLE 23 Big Theme Packs for Year Preschool PreK All Subjects
COMMUNITY HELPERS SOCIAL STUDIES ACTIVITIES AND LESSON PLANS FOR KINDERGARTEN
Engage your young learners in an exciting journey through the world of community helpers with this thoughtfully curated resource. Designed specifically for kindergarten classrooms, this Community Helpers Social Studies unit provides a dynamic blend of whole group social studies lessons, literacy activities, and math and literacy centers to immerse students in the diverse roles and responsibilities of those who serve our communities.What's Included:Whole Group Lessons: Dive deep into the world of
Grades:
PreK - K
NGSS:
K-ESS3-3
Also included in: THEMATIC UNIT ACTIVITIES FOR LITTLE LEARNERS | GROWING BUNDLE
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta Activities Centers Printables Preschool Pre-K 109 Pages
MEXICAN FIESTA or Cinco de Mayo Pack for Preschool - This is a comprehensive set of activities with a Mexican fiesta/party/celebration theme - make hands-on, interactive centers and learning games for your preschool and pre-K classroom. Developmentally appropriate activities are ideal to use for early learners for a Cinco de Mayo theme.109 pagesClick on the PREVIEW link to see many pages, and to decide if this is the educational level you are looking for.Contents:Large Mexican fiesta or Cinco de
Grades:
PreK - K
Also included in: HUGE BUNDLE 23 Big Theme Packs for Year Preschool PreK All Subjects
Community Helpers Worksheets for Preschool and Kindergarten
Get ready for your community workers unit with 26 pages of NO PREP math and literacy printables for your preschool, prek, or kindergarten students! Please see preview for a complete sneak peak! Included in PDF download: Product cover pageTerms of Use (2 pages) "I am Thankful for Community Helpers" coloring page Community Helpers Matching (cut and paste items to worker) Community Helpers tracing practiceCommunity Helpers scissor practice (straight lines) Community Helpers alphabet tracing (upper
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PreK - K
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AMERICA PRESIDENT'S THEME ACTIVITIES | AMERICAN SYMBOLS | KINDER AND FIRST GRADE
Looking for engaging activities to celebrate President's Day? A full week of activities is here at your fingertips!Use the detailed lesson plans to guide you through five days of lessons that focus on the importance of the US President. A list of preferred picture books is included to tie in with each activity. Activities cover George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, American symbols and much more!Add the American themed literacy and math centers to your plans to guarantee student engagement while y
Grades:
K - 1st
Also included in: THEMATIC UNIT ACTIVITIES FOR LITTLE LEARNERS | GROWING BUNDLE
WEATHER SCIENCE ACTIVITIES, LESSON PLANS AND EXPERIMENTS, PRE-K AND KINDERGARTEN
Equip your students with the knowledge and skills to become budding meteorologists and weather enthusiasts.Designed to captivate young learners' curiosity and foster a deeper understanding of the world around them, this resource offers a rich array of hands-on activities, inquiry-based lessons, and interactive experiences to spark scientific inquiry and discovery.What's Included:Exploratory Lessons: Dive into the fascinating world of weather through interactive lessons that introduce students to
Grades:
PreK - K
NGSS:
K-ESS2-1
, K-ESS3-2
Also included in: THEMATIC UNIT ACTIVITIES FOR LITTLE LEARNERS | GROWING BUNDLE
Montessori World Continents Preschool Geography Bundle
This bundle of Montessori-inspired preschool geography activities provides a beautiful introduction to the seven continents, several of the unique animals that inhabit each continent, and gentle exposure to a number country flags from around the world. In addition to introducing the geography of the continents, your preschooler will work on important visual discrimination, matching, sorting, and fine motor skills, along with practicing the alphabet and numbers 1-20. This bundle is full of varied
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PreK - K
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TRANSPORTATION THEME ACTIVITIES FOR PRESCHOOL, PRE-K AND KINDERGARTEN
TRANSPORTATION UNIT FOR PRESCHOOL, PRE-K AND KINDERGARTENThis resources includes thematic lessons, activities, poems, songs and centers for your little learners.Buy the BUNDLE and SAVE! You can purchase this resources in the Thematic Activities for Little Learners Bundle and the Little Learners Mega-Bundle!____________________________________________________________________THIS RESOURCE INCLUDESLesson ResourcesWeek 21 PlansThis is a template for lesson plans during transportation week of scho
Grades:
PreK - K
Also included in: THEMATIC UNIT ACTIVITIES FOR LITTLE LEARNERS | GROWING BUNDLE
WINTER GAMES 2022 Beijing - Introduction for Early Learners Letters Numbers
This is a large collection of activities, games and centers to introduce early learners - preschool, Pre-K, Kindergarten, and perhaps 1st grade, to the concept of the international Winter games, with lots of hands-on activities.68 pagesExtensively updated for the 2022 Games in Beijing.Click the PREVIEW link to see ALL pages and to check the educational level.Contents:Informational page (with links)3 anchor charts for the GamesCards for matching games (print2 or more copies)Sports played at the O
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PreK - 1st
July 4th Printables NO PREP Preschool PreK Kindergarten 81 pages BW
July 4th activities - just print and that's it! 81 pages of no prep hands-on printable Fourth 4th of July Independence Day activities for preschool, pre-K and early Kindergarten children. Appropriate for pre-readers and writers. All in b/w.Click the PREVIEW button to see many pages in this resource, and to make sure this is the educational level you are looking for.Contents:July 4th songs and rhymes (3 pages)Math mats – count stars onto child waving flag matsDecorate the celebration with red, wh
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PreK - 1st
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Also included in: No Prep Printables BUNDLE for the YEAR 9 Packs - over 800 pages
Around the World: Kindergarten Unit: Australia
This extensive product on Australia includes 10 literacy centers and 8 Math Centers. It also includes books for Read Alouds, Social Studies Activities, Science Activities, Gross Motor Activities, crafts and even snack ideas. There are more than 20 Australia-themed Activities. Teach your students world geography and about other cultures in a fun way! Note - The preview includes only SOME of materials. There is EVEN more! India Preschool ProductPuerto Rico Preschool ProductCanada Preschool Pr
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PreK - 1st
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Also included in: Country-A-Month Growing Bundle - Complete
DENTAL HEALTH THEME ACTIVITIES | HEALTH ACTIVITIES | PRE-K AND KINDERGARTEN
Celebrate Dental Hygiene month with this fun, engaging activities all about our teeth! This health based unit ties health, math and literacy together and provides you with tons of activities for an entire week of instruction!Use the detailed lesson plans to guide you through five days of dental lessons and activities. A list of preferred picture books is included to tie in with each activity. Activities cover how to brush your teeth, tooth decay, the jobs of our teeth, and tons more!Add the den
Grades:
PreK - K
Also included in: THEMATIC UNIT ACTIVITIES FOR LITTLE LEARNERS | GROWING BUNDLE
Firefighter Hat Fire Safety Community Helper Editable Name Helmet Crown Template
Looking for an activity to round out fire safety week? Make your students fire prevention officers with these editable name hats! Personalize each helmet -just type in your student names and generate a set of individual letters for each name! Color, cutting and name practice in one seasonal craft!Click here to buy this as part of a bundle of seasonal editable name hats and have a low-prep activity ready for every holiday that is personalized for your students!Buy this as part of a firefighter
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PreK - 1st
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CHINESE NEW YEAR Centers Activities and Printables Lunar Spring Festival
This Chinese New Year pack includes 100 pages of printables to create developmentally appropriate centers and activities for early learners - preschool, pre-K and Kindergarten. This pack includes all the animals of the zodiac, so it can be used every year.Click on the PREVIEW to see many more pages, and to make sure that this is the educational level you are looking for.Contents: Animals of the zodiac flash cardsAnimals of the zodiac word wall cards with headerAnimals of the zodiac coloring post
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PreK - 1st
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Christmas Around the World Flip Book Activities for Kindergarten Winter Holiday
Christmas Around the World Flip Book Activities for Kindergarten is an engaging and educational resource designed to transport your kindergarten students on a festive journey across the globe! This comprehensive kit brings the magic of Christmas to life as it explores traditions from France, Italy, Russia, Germany, Mexico, and Australia.Key Features:1. Country-Specific Flip Books:Dive into the holiday spirit with our interactive flip books for each country. These flipbooks are tailored for young
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PreK - 1st
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Constitution Day -Kindergarten and 1st Grade
Constitution Day is right around the corner and if you need a resource to engage Kindergarten -1st grade with math and literacy activities this is great for you. It is also includes a great way to set-up your own classroom rules. Age appropriate Constitution activities It provides basic information about Constitution Day and it also leads to discussion and an outline on how to establish your own classroom rules. 75 pagesGrades k-1st grade10 + activities/gamesThe Table Contents Student and Teac
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K - 1st
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Chinese New Year ELA & Math Unit ~ Holidays Around the World – CC aligned PreK-1
This Chinese New Year Math and Literacy Unit is the single best resource for introducing Chinese New Year to students ages preK through first grade.
A wide range of activities that cultivate students' math, reading, listening, writing, and critical thinking skills are seamlessly woven into culturally authentic activities, making this one packet you don't want to miss! Beautiful illustrations based on real world experience and specifically created for our unique unit will keep students engaged
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PreK - 1st
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Community Helpers Alphabet Practice Printables - Recognition Sounds Tracing
This is a collection of Community Helper activity pages reviewing the upper and lower letters of the alphabet for young children. Click the PREVIEW button to see all pages, and to make sure this is the educational level you need.I have added an extra facet to these simple activity printables, by introducing a different Community Helper beginning with each of the letters. This can motivate a discussion of workers in our neighborhood, and the occupations that the children’s parents have.Kids lov
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PreK - 1st
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Eagle Name Craft, Literacy Center Activity: USA, America, Election, US Symbols
As you practice letter identification and names throughout your US symbols theme, work on fine motor and visual-spatial skills with this printable name craft! Use this craft for Patriot Day, Constitution Day, the election, Veterans Day, Presidents' Day, Flag Day, or the 4th of July! During your preschool, kindergarten, or first grade writing lesson, teacher or student writes letters of names on the pieces. The student cuts and glues letters in order and attaches letter pieces to the craft for
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PreK - 1st
World Flags Uppercase Lowercase Alphabet Matching Puzzles, Montessori Geography
Add some geography fun to your preschool letter work with these colorful world flag alphabet puzzles! Each uppercase-lowercase letter matching puzzle features the image of a flag from a country beginning with that letter of the alphabet (with the exception of "World" for letter W and "LuXembourg" for letter X). The country name for each flag also appears below the image, as a convenient reference. These puzzles are a great, self-correcting alphabet work and the perfect addition to a preschool ge
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PreK - K
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Also included in: Montessori World Continents Preschool Geography Bundle
Community Helpers Common Core Math and Literacy Centers
Community Helpers Centers are perfect for helping your Kindergarten students meet the common core standards as they study community helpers, careers, jobs, work, etc. The entire product is aligned to the Common Core Standards. Almost the entire pack is available in both color and black and white... so you can choose how to use your ink! In addition to this, almost every center comes with a corresponding recording sheet for accountability and assessment!
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- Community Helpers
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PreK - K
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Black History Worksheets - Teaching Materials & Informative Writing Activities 2
❤️Looking to teach about notable African American figures to celebrate Black History Month? Learn about 10 black heroes and the meaningful contributions they made, while practicing informative writing, spelling, vocabulary, parts of speech, and reading comprehension with these differentiated worksheets and teaching materials (flashcards, and biography fact sheets)!✅ Black leaders included:☑ Winifred Atwell, Carmelo Anthony, George W. Carver, Stokely Carmichael, Rhianna Fenty, Kamala Harris, Bara
Grades:
K - 3rd
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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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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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