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Preview of Black History Month Activities Martin Luther King, Jr, Ruby Bridges and More

Black History Month Activities Martin Luther King, Jr, Ruby Bridges and More

This Black History Month Activities resource includes FOUR complete resources bundled. The Martin Luther King Jr. - Martin Luther King Day set was added. Please see the individual previews to see what's in the entire bundle. All four resources found in the Black History category of my store are included. Please click the link to see each set - the individual sets have complete previews.Black History - Ruby BridgesBlack History - Rosa ParksBlack History - Martin Luther King JrBlack History - Jack
Preview of Veterans Day Program Script School Assembly or Class Activity to Honor Veterans

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
Preview of World Traveler Unit - Explore 23 Countries and Cultures

World Traveler Unit - Explore 23 Countries and Cultures

Created by
Jessica Rosace
Explore 23 different countries with over 200 pages of activities: Kenya, Tanzania, Egypt, Spain, Ireland, Italy, England, Germany, Netherlands, Sweden, Poland, Russia, China, Japan, Korea, The Philippines, Israel, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, USA, Peru, Australia, and New Zealand. Download the preview for a closer look at what is included.Start the journey off with a passport book and collect stamps from countries as you learn about them. Each country comes with:Colored fact pageJournal printableFolda
Preview of Citizenship - Being a Good Citizen

Citizenship - Being a Good Citizen

Citizenship activities! Perfect back to school ideas for citizenship; differentiated printable readers with comprehension activities. ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆This is the FIRST book in a 2nd BUNDLE (now complete) of printable readers for guided reading. Link for the bundle is below. There is already one bundle which is complete - you can check it out here:BUNDLE 1 of Printable Readers☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆If you want to see the 2nd bundle which is a growing bundle:BUNDLE 2 of Printable Readers -
Preview of Constitution Day Printable Reader with Comprehension

Constitution Day Printable Reader with Comprehension

Constitution Day printable reader with two versions of the book for differentiation and three comprehension checks - one asking for complete sentence answers, one for them to circle their answers and a true/false response. There are also cute certificates - for completion of the book. Please preview to see the entire set.☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆This is the THIRD book in a 2nd BUNDLE (now complete) of printable readers for guided reading. Link for the bundle is below. There is already one bundle
Preview of Social Studies Interactive Notebook Activities + FREE Spanish

Social Studies Interactive Notebook Activities + FREE Spanish

Created by
Nikki and Nacho
This easy prep resource includes a wide variety of social studies interactive notebook templates. It includes cut and paste activities, foldables, tabs, doors, pockets, wheels and more. It´s great for supporting learning standards while building vocabulary and comprehension about the various academic topics. This resource was created by Nikki and Nacho - previously known as Nicole and Eliceo.TEACHER-FRlENDLY FEATURESThis resource has been teacher-tested and approved, downloads in a secure PDF fi
Preview of Build a city Printables Create a Town Fun Craft End of year Activities

Build a city Printables Create a Town Fun Craft End of year Activities

Created by
Monster's Chest
Your students will build their own city with these easy-to-prep templates. Let those little hands practice their motor skills by coloring, cutting, pasting and designing their own city (includes color and black and white editions).Use this resource in your Maps Unit, or your social studies projects, also in your arts and crafts classroom, or just to have fun while developing the skills. Print everything on cardstock or some thick paper. Includes a black and white edition to allow your students t
Preview of Transportation Clipart Bundle {Air, land, sea, community vehicles}

Transportation Clipart Bundle {Air, land, sea, community vehicles}

Transportation Clipart Bundle features air, land, sea, and community vehicles perfect for customizing your classroom resources! There are 4 total clipart sets included in this bundle ( air, land, water, and community vehicles). There are a total of 200 images provided. All images are provided in both color and black and white. Images are also provided in 300 dpi (png) which allow images to stay crisp even after resizing. Don't miss out on future Growing Bundle Deals! Click here to follow me and
Preview of Virtual Field Trip Passport Template Printable Google Classroom Activities World

Virtual Field Trip Passport Template Printable Google Classroom Activities World

Engage your students and allow them to "visit the world" with this printable or digital passport! This passport can be paired with Google Earth or Maps to help guide your students through their virtual travels. It's the perfect way to include technology into any geography or cultural lesson.⭐ This is part of the DIGITAL Project bundle. Click here to view all of the items available for Google EDU.How to Use This Passport:Use Google Maps, Earth or show YouTube Videos for virtual traveling multicul
Preview of Cesar Chavez Hispanic Heritage Craft Activity + FREE Spanish

Cesar Chavez Hispanic Heritage Craft Activity + FREE Spanish

Created by
Nikki and Nacho
Have fun learning about Cesar Chavez with this craft activity pack. It includes a craft guide, poster, graphic organizers and craft templates complete with a nonfiction text. The craft prints back-to-back on one sheet per student. They will read the passage, fill out the organizer and fold it. It's a great opportunity to also work on vocabulary building and reading comprehension skills. This resource was created by Nikki and Nacho - previously known as Nicole and Eliceo.TEACHER-FRlENDLY FEATURE
Preview of Needs and Wants Needs and Wants Activities Needs and Wants Posters

Needs and Wants Needs and Wants Activities Needs and Wants Posters

Created by
Sara Henning
This Needs and Wants Resource has everything you need to teach or review Needs and Wants to your Kindergarten, First Grade, or Second Grade students!Included with your purchase:Book SuggestionsPostersAnchor Chart/Pocket Chart MaterialsNeeds and Wants Sort with recording sheet Cut and Paste WorksheetsNeeds and Wants Bubble MapsInteractive NotebooksNeeds and Wants Activity Mini BookletNeeds and Wants Writing PromptsNeeds and Wants Assessment ❀PLEASE VIEW THE PREVIEW!❀I hope you enjoy this product!
Preview of American Symbols Differentiated Readers

American Symbols Differentiated Readers

American Symbols readers. Two versions for differentiation with three versions of a comprehension check - one asking for complete sentence answers and the other for them to circle their answers. A fun certificate of completion is also included. Please preview to see what's included. ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆You can see the style and level for these books by grabbing the freebie Presidents' Day Reader CLICK HERE or grab the freebie Arbor Day Reader CLICK HEREBUNDLE of all readers at a discountCom
Preview of Goods and Services Activities Goods and Services Worksheets Goods and Services

Goods and Services Activities Goods and Services Worksheets Goods and Services

Created by
Sara Henning
This resource has everything you need to teach Goods and Services to your students!Included with your purchase:Book SuggestionsPostersGoods and Services sort with a recording sheet Worksheets/PrintablesInteractive Notebooks Mini-BookletWriting Prompts/PapersBubble MapsAssessment❀PLEASE VIEW THE PREVIEW!❀I hope you enjoy this product! If you purchase it, please leave feedback so you can earn TpT credits. Thank you!©Sara Henning, Blossoming in Elementary✿
Preview of Hispanic Heritage Month Poster with Quotes - Bulletin Board (41 figures)

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
Preview of Christmas Around the World Passport Templates + FREE Spanish

Christmas Around the World Passport Templates + FREE Spanish

Created by
Nikki and Nacho
This includes a passport template and 13 country stamps. During social studies time I set up centers or stations to represent the different countries. Students use these passports to "travel" from one country to the next. After each activity, they get to write the name of the country in their passport and paste a matching stamp on the page. This resource was created by Nikki and Nacho - previously known as Nicole and Eliceo.TEACHER-FRlENDLY FEATURESThis resource has been teacher-tested and appro
Preview of Map Skills Book

Map Skills Book

Created by
Kathryn Watts
Discover the world of map skills with this engaging book for students! This comprehensive resource covers essential topics such as the globe, map symbols, cardinal directions, United States map, classroom maps, home maps, and community maps. Dive into the exciting world of geography and navigation with this informative and enjoyable booklet.Check out some of my other ResourcesPumpkin DayTurkey DayHalloween Word ProblemsFollow meFacebookKathryn Loves Teaching BlogTeachers Pay TeachersThank you fo
Preview of Spending and Saving Spending and Saving Activities Spending and Saving Unit

Spending and Saving Spending and Saving Activities Spending and Saving Unit

Created by
Sara Henning
This resource has everything you need to teach Spending and Saving to your students!Included with your purchase:Book SuggestionsPostersPrintable Classroom Money/Credit CardsWallet (for students to make and hold their money in)Rewards Poster (EDITABLE file included so you can list your own rewards)Spending and Saving sort with a recording sheet WorksheetsBubble MapsInteractive NotebooksMini-BookletWriting Prompts/Writing PapersSpending and Saving Assessment❀PLEASE VIEW THE PREVIEW!❀I hope you enj
Preview of Earth Science worksheet: Label stages of the water cycle

Earth Science worksheet: Label stages of the water cycle

Created by
Science Workshop
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
Preview of Chinese New Year 2024 Lunar New Year

Chinese New Year 2024 Lunar New Year

UPDATED: Chinese New Year 2024 Lunar New Year (updated each year) differentiated printable readers with comprehension check and certificates of completion. Check out the New Year Crowns and Printables HERE. This is a BONUS book, added to the 2nd GROWING BUNDLE (now complete) of printable readers for guided reading. Link for the bundle is below. There are TWO bundles:BUNDLE 1 of Printable Readers************************************************************If you want to see the 2nd bundle which
Preview of Social Studies Task Box Bundle Special Education

Social Studies Task Box Bundle Special Education

This bundle is currently going through an update. The price will increase to $10 once everything has been updated. Updated Sets:US StatesUS State FlagsWants or NeedsGoods or ServicesTransportationDays of the WeekMonths of the YearThen or NowUS LandmarksCommunity HelpersPeople in my SchoolHow will this product help my students?-This set of social studies task box activities provides matching and visual discrimination practice using a variety of topics that provide extra practice and review for ea
Preview of Rosa Parks Black History Month Activities

Rosa Parks Black History Month Activities

There are several versions of a Black History Month Activities printable reader about Rosa Parks as well as many writing activities. Please preview and you will see what's included. Updated 1/6/17 - download again to get the updates.Please preview to see the entire set for Black History which focuses on Rosa Parks.Rosa Parks Black History - printable booksRosa Parks Black History - friendly letter writingRosa Parks Black History - writingRosa Parks Black History - resourcesSee other Black Histor
Preview of Map Skills Unit- Reading Maps and Determining Directions Activities

Map Skills Unit- Reading Maps and Determining Directions Activities

Welcome to the exciting world of maps! In "Map Skills Unit - Reading Maps and Determining Directions Activities", we will participate in interesting activities to practice map skills and determine directions."Map Skills Unit - Reading Maps and Determining Directions Activities" includes fun and useful activities such as:Arrange the letters to make meaningful words Match the word with the correct definition  Match the picture with the correct keyword  Map Skill- Crossword  Use the map to answer t
Preview of Texas Symbols Clipart Bundle {Texas Clipart}

Texas Symbols Clipart Bundle {Texas Clipart}

This Texas Clipart Bundle is perfect for creators that want to grow their collection at a very affordable price. I love to offer my followers these growing bundle deals as they allow me to be creative and provide buyers with fun surprises at an amazing deal! *Please note: This is a growing bundle is now complete!Don't miss out on future Growing Bundle Deals! Click here to follow me and grab the latest freebies and deals.You may also like:MEGA Alphabet Clipart BundleAnimal Habitats Clipart Bundl
Preview of Social Studies Word Wall Vocabulary + FREE Spanish

Social Studies Word Wall Vocabulary + FREE Spanish

Created by
Nikki and Nacho
This includes 124 word wall cards to use with your social studies units and lessons about history, civics, map skills and economics. They were designed to fit on a large word wall or in a standard-sized pocket chart. They´re a great reference tool that can help students internalize the words and use them on their own during independent centers or stations, guided reading and writers workshop. This resource was created by Nikki and Nacho - previously known as Nicole and Eliceo.TEACHER-FRlENDLY FE
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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.

Teaching with social studies resources

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.

Discover printable and digital social studies resources

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.

Frequently asked questions about teaching social studies

What types of social studies lessons are available on TPT?

There are many different types of history resources sold by Sellers on TPT. Some popular social studies lessons include U.S. history, world history, ancient history, geography, civics, and government.

How do I find social studies lessons on TPT?

Educators can save time preparing history lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply start a search for social studies resources on the TPT marketplace, and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find materials that've been proven to work in classrooms like yours. No matter what you’re teaching, there are plenty of social studies lessons and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.