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Social studies Common Core RF.K.3c resources
Black History Month Social Studies - History Kindergarten and 1st Grade
Black History Month for children in kindergarten and first grade explained with a non fiction story. This unit also contains 17 unique templates for craftivities to help the children remember, practice writing and better comprehend the important achievements of these people.You can use this in the reading/literacy center, as an emergent reader or for group reading. It is also appropriate for a great (hi)story sequence activity.You can print it or use with your laptop, projector or Ipad in class.
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PreK - 3rd
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100th Day of School Activities NO PREP Writing Math Craft Certificate & More!
Celebrate the 100th Day of School in your classroom with these engaging math, writing, movement, craft, history and other fun activities! With 15 activities to choose from you won't have a problem filling your lesson plans with everything to celebrate 100 Days of School. And we aren't talking fluff activities. Use the 100th Day to get your students reading, writing, working math problems, and so much more! In my classroom, students were so excited to do all things 100 that they ended up doing
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K - 5th
Space for Little Astronomers! Astronomy&History for Kindergarten and 1st Grade
Space, planets, and all about the moon explained with a non-fiction story, for children in kindergarten and first grade. This unit also includes activities, worksheets, and crafts to help young learners practice writing, understand, and remember key facts about the solar system.Sources:NASA - Our Solar SystemThe phases of the MoonWhat is an eclipse?Asteroids, Comets, Meteoroids, Meteors and MeteoritesAstronomical Bodies - CapitalizationYou can use this in the reading/literacy center, as a read-a
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K - 2nd
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Women's History Month Social Studies - History Kindergarten and 1st Grade
Women's History Month for children in kindergarten and first grade explained with a nonfiction story. UPDATE! This unit now contains 28 unique templates for craftivities to help the children practice writing, remember and better comprehend the important achievements of these women.You can use this in the reading/literacy center, as an emergent reader, read aloud or for group reading. It is also appropriate for a great (hi)story sequence activity.You can print it or use with your laptop, projecto
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PreK - 3rd
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Good Citizenship Activities | Being a Good Citizen at School Worksheets
Are you looking for a guaranteed way to make teaching good citizenship fun and easy? This “Being a Good Citizen at School” unique resource is designed to engage your students while building a classroom community. With captivating pictures and large print, students will enjoy coloring, tracing, and writing sentences, boosting their fluency and confidence.This resource includes essential sight words: are, help, to, well, and with.Transform your classroom with this powerful, quick-to-implement Goo
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PreK - 1st
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Ruby Bridges Reader Black History Month ESL Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd grade
Fun Ruby Bridges Activities for your Little Learners. This is a simple emergent reader for Preschool to first grade students to read and learn about Ruby Bridges. Take a look at the PREVIEW!Included:1 Large Booklet for Projecting to Class or using with Google Classroom7 page booklet in color and black and white2 day lesson plans1 writing printable 1 sight word printable1 sequencing printableFor distance learning, this is a printable packet for students. You may email or share it with parents ov
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PreK - 2nd
Black History Month - MLK Day Martin Luther King Emergent Reader -Sight Word Say
Get ready for Martin Luther King Day with some hands-on, engaging sight word practice in this interactive emergent reader. Each page of What Would Martin Luther King Say? contains a predictable sentence about common phrases Martin Luther King would say. Every sentence is missing the word “say” and it is your students' job to complete the sentences. Students will cut apart the letters to spell “say” (included), then unscramble and glue the letters into each page to correctly spell the sight word.
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PreK - 1st
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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
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PreK - K
NGSS:
K-ESS3-3
Also included in: THEMATIC UNIT ACTIVITIES FOR LITTLE LEARNERS | GROWING BUNDLE
Emergent Reader about Community Helpers for Sight Word WANT: "I Want to Grow Up"
Add some hands-on, engaging sight word practice to your community helpers unit with this emergent reader! Each page of I Want to Grow Up contains a predictable sentence about different types of jobs a child wants to become when he or she grows up. Every sentence is missing the word “want” and it is the child's job to complete the sentences. Students will cut apart the letters to spell “want” (included), then unscramble and glue the letters into each page to correctly spell the sight word. Pictur
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PreK - 1st
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Memorial Day Social Studies - History Kindergarten and 1st Grade
Distance Learning Tips: Share your screen to read this non-fiction story about Memorial Day. You can send the easy and hands-on activities to your students via e-mail or as an already printed packet via post prior to reading the story. The materials can help you carry out a complete unit on Memorial Day.About the productMemorial Day History for children in kindergarten and first grade explained with a non-fiction story. This unit contains unique craftivities to help the children remember, practi
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PreK - 3rd
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Jackie Robinson Reader Black History Month ESL Activities
Fun Jackie Robinson Emergent Reader for your little learners! This is a simple emergent reader for✅ Preschool, ✅ Kindergarten ✅ First Grade and✅ ELLSto read and learn about Jackie Robinson. Take a look at the VIDEO PREVIEW which shows the entire resource.Included:⭐1 Large copy for projecting to class or using with Google Classroom⭐8 page booklet in color and black and white⭐2 day lesson plans⭐1 writing printable ⭐1 sight word printable⭐1 new words printableHave fun with your new students!WHAT T
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PreK - 2nd
Rodeo Activities - Rodeo Cowboys - Western - Texas History
Rodeo activities! Do you take your Kindergarten or 1st-grade students to the Rodeo or teach a western or Texas History unit? Rodeo activities with western cowboys and cowgirls are all here in this fun, 75-page informational text with differentiated activities using real photos. Perfect for Rodeo Day! There are 2 levels of emergent readers. Students practice using nouns and verbs, sight words (high-frequency words), counting, and writing. Digital version is available.There is a digital Google S
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K - 1st
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Also included in: Social Studies Activities BUNDLE | Prek and Kindergarten
Good Citizenship Activities Being a Good Citizen at School and in the Community
Are you struggling to find engaging ways to enhance your Good Citizenship curriculum? This resource is the solution you've been waiting for! Discover differentiated ideas that make learning exciting, fun, and engaging, while also promoting character education. Build a strong classroom community effortlessly. Perfect for back-to-school and character education activities.Your students will have a blast with reading, tracing, coloring, and more! These exciting early reader printables are guarante
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PreK - 1st
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Economics Unit for Kindergarten and First Grade
Needs and wants, goods and services, careers, currency, and choices—all of these topics are included in this economics unit for kindergarten and first grade. This interactive economics folder allows you to teach your social studies economics standards through Common Core English Language Arts standards.
This set is a zipped file including a U.S. version as well as a version with Canadian currency!
To make the interactive economics folder, you will need one piece of large (12”x18”) construction
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K - 1st
American Flag Emergent Reader Patriotic Holidays - Presidents Day Memorial Day
This is the perfect American Flag Emergent Reader resource for Kindergarten and 1st graders. It can be used for Memorial Day, Flag Day, Veteran's Day, Labor Day, Presidents Day, 4th of July (Independence Day) or any patriotic day you celebrate! This American flag reader is easy to use, is an ink and time-saver, and students love reading it over and over! Enhance your small group reading and use in Social Studies to learn different places that display the flag with I See the Flag. Perfect for you
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K - 1st
Pledge of Allegiance Activities and Worksheets - Emergent Readers
This easy-to-use resource can be used in your distance learning and will help your Kindergarten, 1st, or 2nd-grade students to understand the Pledge of Allegiance! Printables included are great for back-to-school or any patriotic holiday. Labor Day, Flag Day, Constitution Day, Memorial Day, Veterans Day, Presidents Day, 9/11, or anytime you are talking about the American flag. Students have FUN with this packet!Teachers are saying: "This helped my students so much! Having so many different activ
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PreK - 1st
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Also included in: Social Studies Activities Year-Long BUNDLE | Distance Learning
Emergent Reader for Sight Word YES: "Yes, I Have It" Sight Word Book
Get students reading and ENGAGING with sight words in a hands-on way with Interactive Sight Word Readers! Each page of Yes, I Have It contains a predictable sentence missing the word “yes.” Students will cut apart the letters to spell “yes” (included), then unscramble and glue the letters into each page to correctly spell the sight word. Picture support is included throughout the book, which provides valuable scaffolding to help young learners read the book with confidence and success.Your stude
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PreK - 1st
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Places In My Community Emergent Reader Book AND Interactive Activities
Are you looking for a NO PREP reading activity? Enjoy this informational reading resource which is comprised of a color version, black and white version, and POWERPOINT version of PLACES IN THE COMMUNITY themed READING activities. The possibilities are endless with this social studies resource. The activities can be used for guided reading, shared reading, independent reading, social studies, and homework. Children will be able to choose from a colored version, a black and white version, and
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PreK - 1st
Also included in: SOCIAL STUDIES EMERGENT READER BOOKS AND INTERACTIVE ACTIVITIES BUNDLE
George Washington Carver Reader Black History Month Kindergarten 1st ESL
Fun George Washington Carver Activities for your little learners! This is a simple emergent reader for Preschool, kindergarten, first grade and second students to read and learn about George Washington Carver. Take a look at the VIDEO PREVIEW which shows the entire resource.Included:1 Large Copy of Booklet for projecting to class or assigning to Google Classroom8 page booklet in color and black and white2 day lesson plans1 writing printable 1 sight word printable1 find three facts printableDIG
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PreK - 2nd
Black History Month ESL Rosa Parks Reader Kindergarten Activities 1st 2nd grade
Fun Rosa Parks Reading Activities for your little learners! This is a simple emergent reader for Preschool, kindergarten, first grade and second grade students to read and learn about Rosa Parks. Take a look at the PREVIEW!Included:1 Large Copy of book for projecting to the class or using with Google Classroom7 page booklet in color and black and white2 day lesson plans1 writing printable 1 sight word printable1 vocabulary printableDIGITAL COMPATIBLE: Through Easel Activities, this product cont
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PreK - 2nd
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
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PreK - K
NGSS:
K-ESS2-1
, K-ESS3-2
Also included in: THEMATIC UNIT ACTIVITIES FOR LITTLE LEARNERS | GROWING BUNDLE
Harriet Tubman Reader Activities Black History Month Kindergarten 1st Grade ESL
Fun Harriet Tubman Reading Activities for your little learners! This is a simple emergent reader for Preschool to first grade students to read and learn about Harriet Tubman. Take a look at the PREVIEW!Included:1 Large Booklet for Projecting to Class or assigning to Google Classroom8 page booklet in color and black and white2 day lesson plans1 writing printable 1 sight word printable1 vocabulary printableFor distance learning, this is a printable packet for students. You may email or share it w
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PreK - 1st
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
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K - 1st
Also included in: THEMATIC UNIT ACTIVITIES FOR LITTLE LEARNERS | GROWING BUNDLE
Social Studies Economics Money Bundle First Grade
This social studies bundle makes economics come alive for your primary learners through these fun and engaging books, games, worksheets and songs! Students will be able to make great connections from Community Helpers to Goods and Services then to Wants and Needs. Each unit builds on each other with daily lesson plans.We just added our featured TPT Money Bundle to include 4 resources in this economics mega bundle! These four comprehensive units are the perfect way to teach your young students
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K - 2nd
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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.
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.
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