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Preview of Middle School Social Studies Bundle Gr. PK-12

Middle School Social Studies Bundle Gr. PK-12

This Middle School Social Studies Bundle for grades PK-12 is your ENTIRE YEAR'S SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM in one bundle. Filled with HANDS-ON activities, ENGAGING scenarios and COMPREHENSION questions that cover your State Standards, and written to Bloom's Taxonomy. The activities in this bundle can be used for whole-group, small group, or individual work. NO PREP necessary, just print!This BUNDLE includes 850 pages and will provide you with an ENTIRE YEAR of Social Studies lesson plans. A $224
Preview of Thanksgiving Activities Thematic Unit + FREE Spanish

Thanksgiving Activities Thematic Unit + FREE Spanish

Created by
Nikki and Nacho
Have fun learning about Thanksgiving with this thematic unit. It includes vocabulary cards, visuals, a mini book, class book, graphic organizers, literacy and math activities, craft templates and more! It´s great for supporting academic vocabulary development while integrating thematic learning with literacy and math. 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 sec
Preview of Mapping Skills with Google Earth: How to Read a Map Gr. PK-2

Mapping Skills with Google Earth: How to Read a Map Gr. PK-2

This is the chapter slice "How to Read a Map" from the full lesson plan "Mapping Skills with Google Earth"About the FULL RESOURCE:Teach your students the basics of map reading with our engaging resource designed for students in grades prekindergarten to two. Start with the elements found on a map, such as symbols, legends and the compass rose. Then, have your students apply what they’ve learned by mapping their classroom and route to school. Move on to the Great Lakes of North America and the se
Preview of Julie Flett Lesson BUNDLE - Inclusive Learning for Primary Students

Julie Flett Lesson BUNDLE - Inclusive Learning for Primary Students

Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning for Primary Elementary School StudentsThis learning resource BUNDLE uses reading strategies: Connection, Questioning, Visualization, Inferring, Transitioning and Summarizing Differentiated comprehension tasks create powerful understanding for primary students and are suitable for pre-kindergartens to Grade3.This bundle contains the following learning resources units:My Heart Fills with Happiness written by Monique Gray Smith, illustrated by
Preview of My Heart Fills With Happiness Lessons - Indigenous Resource

My Heart Fills With Happiness Lessons - Indigenous Resource

Supporting Indigenous Resources for Inclusive Learning for Primary Elementary School Students This product allows users to create a class book or individual student books based on the story, My Heart Fills With Happiness, written by Monique Gray Smith and illustrated by Julie Flett.The story and final products are a beautiful way for younger learners/readers/writers to connect with the story while celebrating 'self' and each other as a community.This activity is suitable for kindergartners (with
Preview of Community Helpers Career Day Coloring Pages & Lessons 28 Pages

Community Helpers Career Day Coloring Pages & Lessons 28 Pages

Hello & thank you for your interest in my products!You will receive 28 PRINTABLE coloring pages with community helpers, such as doctor, nurse, veterinarian, life-guard, home builder, firefighter, police officer, mail carrier & dentist. Also included are several pages for students to show their learning. They can draw a picture of how they can help their school community & respond to prompts encouraging students to draw what each professional does to help the community.You can print t
Preview of Community Helper Activities Thematic Unit + FREE Spanish

Community Helper Activities Thematic Unit + FREE Spanish

Created by
Nikki and Nacho
Have fun learning about community helpers with this thematic unit. It includes vocabulary cards, visuals, a mini book, class book, graphic organizers, literacy and math activities, craft templates and more! It´s great for supporting academic vocabulary development while integrating thematic learning with literacy and math. 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
Preview of Thematic Units Bundle + FREE Spanish

Thematic Units Bundle + FREE Spanish

Created by
Nikki and Nacho
SAVE BIG with this 8 pack BUNDLE! Have fun learning about with these thematic units. They include vocabulary cards, visuals, mini books, class books, graphic organizers, literacy and math activities, craft templates and more! It´s great for supporting academic vocabulary development while integrating thematic learning with literacy and math. This resource was created by Nikki and Nacho - previously known as Nicole and Eliceo.TEACHER-FRlENDLY FEATURESThis resource has been teacher-tested and appr
Preview of Fire Safety Activities Thematic Unit + FREE Spanish

Fire Safety Activities Thematic Unit + FREE Spanish

Created by
Nikki and Nacho
Have fun learning about fire safety with this thematic unit. It includes vocabulary cards, visuals, a mini book, class book, graphic organizers, literacy and math activities, craft templates and more! It´s great for supporting academic vocabulary development while integrating thematic learning with literacy and math. 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 secu
Preview of Destrezas cartográficas con Google Earth™: Haz un mapa del mundo Gr. PK-2

Destrezas cartográficas con Google Earth™: Haz un mapa del mundo Gr. PK-2

Completa tus destrezas cartográficas haciendo un mapa del mundo con este atractivo recurso. Aprende sobre los globos terráqueos, las coordenadas geográficas, y las líneas de latitud y longitud. Explora el ecuador y el Primer Meridiano, y después todos los 7 continentes y 4 océanos que componen el Mundo. Este recurso, escrito para los grados de Pre-Kindergarten a Segundo grado, está dividido en tres secciones: Un pasaje de lectura donde se aprende todo el contenido basado en el currículo, seguid
Preview of Destrezas cartográficas con Google Earth™: Cómo leer un mapa Gr. PK-2

Destrezas cartográficas con Google Earth™: Cómo leer un mapa Gr. PK-2

Descubre cómo leer un mapa con este atractivo recurso. Aprende sobre los símbolos y direcciones y cómo se usan para la lectura de mapas. Este recurso, escrito para los grados de Pre-Kindergarten a Segundo grado, está dividido en tres secciones: Un pasaje de lectura donde se aprende todo el contenido basado en el currículo, seguido de una prueba de comprensión, y finalmente un crucigrama y búsqueda de palabras. Se incluye una clave de respuestas. Los conceptos científicos se presentan en una form
Preview of Mapping Skills with Google Earth™ Gr. PK-2

Mapping Skills with Google Earth™ Gr. PK-2

Give your primary students the building blocks needed to be successful map readers. Our resource provides the basics of map reading to ensure a solid foundation is laid for further study.About this Resource: Create a treasure map using all the elements learned so far, such as cardinal directions, symbols and legend. Make a map of your classroom with a title, compass rose, legend, date, and author. Draw a route to school using North, East, South or West of certain landmarks. Explore grid lines w
Preview of Black History Month Why Do We Celebrate ? PowerPoint & Google Slides for K-2nd

Black History Month Why Do We Celebrate ? PowerPoint & Google Slides for K-2nd

Created by
Storekum
Why Do We Celebrate Black History Month? Editable PowerPoint & Google Slides for K-2nd GradeExplore our "Why Do We Celebrate Black History Month" presentation, crafted especially for kindergarten to 2nd-grade classes. This engaging resource is designed to make teaching about the importance of Black History Month a breeze.With vibrant images and simple language, our presentation is tailored to capture your students' attention and ignite meaningful discussions. Easily introduce key facts about
Preview of Mapping Skills with Google Earth BIG BOOK - BUNDLE

Mapping Skills with Google Earth BIG BOOK - BUNDLE

Gain a complete understanding of map reading with our Mapping Skills with Google Earth™ 3-book BUNDLE. About this Resource: Start off by giving your PK-2 students the building blocks to be successful map readers. Make a map of your classroom with a title, compass rose, legend, date, and author. Find your continent and the countries and lakes within it. Then, extend this basic knowledge to give your 3-5 students a thorough understanding of maps. Compare the different times zones found in your cou
Preview of Mapping Skills with Google Earth: Map Your Classroom Gr. PK-2

Mapping Skills with Google Earth: Map Your Classroom Gr. PK-2

This is the chapter slice "Map Your Classroom" from the full lesson plan "Mapping Skills with Google Earth"About the FULL RESOURCE:Teach your students the basics of map reading with our engaging resource designed for students in grades prekindergarten to two. Start with the elements found on a map, such as symbols, legends and the compass rose. Then, have your students apply what they’ve learned by mapping their classroom and route to school. Move on to the Great Lakes of North America and the s
Preview of Mapping Skills with Google Earth™ BIG BOX - PC Gr. PK-8

Mapping Skills with Google Earth™ BIG BOX - PC Gr. PK-8

Created by
CCP Interactive
**THIS is a PC Version**This PC Flash version (compatible with any brand of IWB) is to be used on a PC platform and can be used on a computer, IWB or PC tablet.**PLEASE NOTE: This resource requires FLASH to be installed on your device.Click Here To View Product DemoExplore the concepts of mapping skills with your students with our engaging and highly interactive 240 screen-page digital lesson plan for grades prekindergarten to eight. About this Resource: Combining the 3 digital lessons in this s
Preview of Mapping Skills with Google Earth: Map Your Community Gr. PK-2

Mapping Skills with Google Earth: Map Your Community Gr. PK-2

This is the chapter slice "Map Your Community" from the full lesson plan "Mapping Skills with Google Earth"About the FULL RESOURCE:Teach your students the basics of map reading with our engaging resource designed for students in grades prekindergarten to two. Start with the elements found on a map, such as symbols, legends and the compass rose. Then, have your students apply what they’ve learned by mapping their classroom and route to school. Move on to the Great Lakes of North America and the s
Preview of Destrezas cartográficas: Haz un mapa de tu salón de clases Gr. PK-2

Destrezas cartográficas: Haz un mapa de tu salón de clases Gr. PK-2

Comienza a hacer mapas con tu salón de clases con este atractivo recurso. Aprende sobre ubicación relativa y cómo hacer un mapa de tu salón de clase apropiadamente. Este recurso, escrito para los grados de Pre-Kindergarten a Segundo grado, está dividido en tres secciones: Un pasaje de lectura donde se aprende todo el contenido basado en el currículo, seguido de una prueba de comprensión, y finalmente un crucigrama y búsqueda de palabras. Se incluye una clave de respuestas. Los conceptos científi
Preview of Mapping Skills with Google Earth™ BIG BOOK Gr. PK-8

Mapping Skills with Google Earth™ BIG BOOK Gr. PK-8

Gain a complete understanding of map reading with our Mapping Skills with Google Earth™ 3-book BUNDLE. About this Resource: Start off by giving your PK-2 students the building blocks to be successful map readers. Make a map of your classroom with a title, compass rose, legend, date, and author. Find your continent and the countries and lakes within it. Then, extend this basic knowledge to give your 3-5 students a thorough understanding of maps. Compare the different times zones found in your cou
Preview of DISTRICT LICENSE 25-49 – Year Long Program – SOCIAL STUDIES – Grades PK-8

DISTRICT LICENSE 25-49 – Year Long Program – SOCIAL STUDIES – Grades PK-8

This is a DISTRICT LICENSE for use at 25-49 school sites, unlimited teachers. If you would like a DISTRICT LICENSE for just one school, for less than 25 schools, or for more than 49 schools, please refer to the links below.Enjoy a full-year's worth of ready-made and curriculum-based Social Studies resources for primary, elementary and middle school. With 33 resources and 1932 pages, this school license is filled with standards-aligned pre- and post-assessment questions, reading passages, hands-
Preview of DISTRICT LICENSE 10-24 – Year Long Program – SOCIAL STUDIES – Grades PK-8

DISTRICT LICENSE 10-24 – Year Long Program – SOCIAL STUDIES – Grades PK-8

This is a DISTRICT LICENSE for use at 10-24 school sites, unlimited teachers. If you would like a DISTRICT LICENSE for just one school, or for more than 24 schools, please refer to the links below.Enjoy a full-year's worth of ready-made and curriculum-based Social Studies resources for primary, elementary and middle school. With 33 resources and 1932 pages, this school license is filled with standards-aligned pre- and post-assessment questions, reading passages, hands-on activities, and compreh
Preview of SCHOOL LICENSE – 10 TEACHERS – Year Long Program – SOCIAL STUDIES – Grades PK-8

SCHOOL LICENSE – 10 TEACHERS – Year Long Program – SOCIAL STUDIES – Grades PK-8

This is a SCHOOL LICENSE for use at ONE school site, 10 teachers max. If you would like a DISTRICT LICENSE, please refer to the links below.Enjoy a full-year's worth of ready-made and curriculum-based Social Studies resources for primary, elementary and middle school. With 33 resources and 1932 pages, this school license is filled with standards-aligned pre- and post-assessment questions, reading passages, hands-on activities, and comprehension quizzes. An ENTIRE YEAR of Social Studies lesson p
Preview of Destrezas cartográficas con Google Earth™: Haz un mapa de tu comunidad Gr. PK-2

Destrezas cartográficas con Google Earth™: Haz un mapa de tu comunidad Gr. PK-2

Aprende sobre tu comunidad con este atractivo recurso. Descubre los distintos vecindarios y cómo hacer un mapa de ellos apropiadamente usando un sistema de cuadrículas o coordenadas. Este recurso, escrito para los grados de Pre-Kindergarten a Segundo grado, está dividido en tres secciones: Un pasaje de lectura donde se aprende todo el contenido basado en el currículo, seguido de una prueba de comprensión, y finalmente un crucigrama y búsqueda de palabras. Se incluye una clave de respuestas. Los
Preview of Memorial Day Patriotic Write and Color End of Year Summer USA Military

Memorial Day Patriotic Write and Color End of Year Summer USA Military

You will receive 14 pages in this Memorial Day write and color set. There are eight different coloring pages and six writing pages, four with writing prompts, and two with lines and a decorative border only. The writing pages have primary and intermediate writing lines. This is a great end of year, no prep activity, that your students will enjoy, while showing their knowledge of why we celebrate Memorial Day. This can be used for so many grade levels, as morning work, a writing center, bulletin
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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.

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.