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Preview of Black History Month Craft: African American Inventors - Set of 6

Black History Month Craft: African American Inventors - Set of 6

Created by
Dr SAM
Do you need cute and easy crafts for Black History Month? You got them! This set has SIX crafts or craftivities of African American inventors and their inventions: George Carver, George Crum, Lewis Latimer, Garrett Morgan, Philip Downing, and Alfred Cralle. These crafts will make a fantastic bulletin board for Black History Month or can be used for your school hallway decoration! Next time your students crunch on a potato chip, get a scoop of ice cream, eat a peanut butter sandwich, look at a tr
Preview of Visual Discrimination MEGA Bundle Fine Motor Activities

Visual Discrimination MEGA Bundle Fine Motor Activities

These activities will allow your students the opportunity to develop their visual discrimination skills along with their fine motor skills. They will need to pay attention to the color, orientation and position of the objects on the cards to be able to recreate the design themselves.This Mega Bundle includes ALL of my Visual Discrimination activities at 25% off the individual price of each resource.Great for Morning Tubs, Math Centers, Fine Motor Centers, Indoor Recess, or Early Finishers!Visual
Preview of Holidays Around the World Book and Activity BUNDLE | Christmas Around the World

Holidays Around the World Book and Activity BUNDLE | Christmas Around the World

Created by
Mrs Ds Corner
BUNDLE of Adapted Books and Activities for Holidays Around the World • Christmas Around the World • Take your students on a trip around the world. Travel to 21 different countries and celebrate a different holiday tradition at each stop with this set of leveled, adapted readers. Please download the preview file to see an in-depth look at what's inside of this bundle, or read this blog post.This adapted book bundle is included in Adapted Book Club. Get access to 600+ adapted books by joining Adap
Preview of LEGO Challenge Task Cards {Great for STEM or fun building!}

LEGO Challenge Task Cards {Great for STEM or fun building!}

I am really excited to show you some cute, older-kid friendly LEGO Challenge Task Cards! These are bright, colorful, and can appeal to older students without looking too primary. Don’t’ have LEGOs? That’s okay! These can be used for any building materials you may have—unifix cubes, plastic Flake Discs (Amazon), Bunchems (Amazon or Target), Wiki Stix, pipe cleaners, play-dough, etc. Get those kids engineering and manipulating. They work great as an independent station for special education, a STE
Preview of 36 Tangram puzzles

36 Tangram puzzles

Created by
LessonSense
This package contains 36 tangram puzzles to be recreated by the students. Each page has 2 boxes, in it are both the puzzle (in black) and the solution (in color). This game practices spatial awareness, geometric concepts, problem solving, shapes and mathematical concepts like symmetry and congruency.There are 36 tangram puzzles in this package, a mix of figures, animals and objects. Tangram is a dissection puzzle consisting of seven flat shapes, called tans, which are put together to form shapes
Preview of Ruby Bridges Writing Craft Craftivity Black History Month Women's History

Ruby Bridges Writing Craft Craftivity Black History Month Women's History

Created by
Primarily Kinder
Use this Ruby Bridges Writing Craftivity along with learning about Black History Month or Ruby Bridges unit of study.Included:Text Suggestions"Brave Like Ruby" single page overview Handy "bookmark" style quick factsWriting Craftivity with various sentence starters "I am brave like Ruby," "I am kind like Ruby," and blank writing pages. Follow me and be first to know about FLASH FREEBIES and New Products:Follow MeConnect with me on Instagram:@primarily_kinderDid you know? TPT gives you credits to
Preview of Community Helpers Unit

Community Helpers Unit

This Community Helpers Unit has everything you need to teach your little learners about the people who play important roles in our communities. This Unit has a variety of activities that go into a fun and engaging deep dive into these vital professions, and the best part is that they are all CCSS aligned! What is included?10 mini lessonsWrite the room (editable)Dramatic play centersAnchor chartsCraftsEmergent readersA lapbookSTEM activitiesSight word activitiesClassroom community activitiesCheck
Preview of Financial Literacy Kindergarten:  BUNDLE

Financial Literacy Kindergarten: BUNDLE

Created by
Tracy Pippin
TEKS K.9(A) Identify ways to earn income TEKS K.9(B) Differentiate between money received as income and money received a a gift TEKS K.9(C) List simple skills required for jobs. This is a BUNDLE of my three Financial Literacy Lesson Units. To get a closer look at what's included in each, check them out: Financial Literacy: Chores and Allowance Financial Literacy: Income and Gifts Financial Literacy: Job Skills This unit does NOT include the posters/word wall panels, those must be purchas
Preview of Telling Time By The Hour Worksheets And Activities

Telling Time By The Hour Worksheets And Activities

Telling Time Worksheets and activities for early exploration of clock numbers and features, and concepts related to telling time by the hour. Use these worksheets and activities to teach, review and assess students' understanding of concepts related to telling time by the hour!What's Included:Telling Time Worksheets (26 Pages):Draw the Hour Hand - For each time shown, draw the hour hand. Draw the Hour & Minute Hands - Read the time and draw the hour and minute hands.Write the Hour - Write t
Preview of Good Choice Bad Choice Sort Back to School

Good Choice Bad Choice Sort Back to School

Good Choices and Poor Choices Sorting Worksheet: Printable and Digital VersionEngage students in exploring responsible choices in school with this sorting worksheet, available in printable and digital versions. Variety of VersionsGood Choices / Bad Choices Sorting WorksheetGood Choices / Poor Choices Sorting WorksheetsResponsible Choices / Not Responsible Choices Appropriate Online Behaviors /Not Appropriate Online Behaviors Key Features:Sorting Mat and Sorting Pictures Answer KeyGoogle Slides D
Preview of Past and Present- A Social Studies Now and Then Mini-Unit

Past and Present- A Social Studies Now and Then Mini-Unit

Thank you for taking the time to look at my Past and Present Mini-Unit.There are 4 activities for teaching what life was like in the past and what life is like now.- Past and Present Pocket Chart Picture Sort- A Past and Present Cut and Paste Picture Sort- A Past and Present Emergent Reader (sight words this, is)- A Past and Present Flip Book You might also enjoy Turkey Math and Literacy Centers
Preview of NATIVE AMERICAN THEMATIC UNIT

NATIVE AMERICAN THEMATIC UNIT

A fun, engaging way to learn all about the different Native American tribes is by using this Native American Social Studies Unit!This product includes a variety of resources while teaching a Native American thematic unit. Resources are included for social studies, read aloud lessons, whole group or small group instruction, as well as, literacy and math centers!THIS RESOURCE INCLUDES:Science/Social Studies Lesson Plans Use these lesson plans to GUIDE your thematic Native American unit. Native A
Preview of Shape Fire Truck Craft and Fire Straw Blowing Art House Template

Shape Fire Truck Craft and Fire Straw Blowing Art House Template

Created by
I is for Inspire
This product includes a template for a fire truck composed of shapes in B&W and color. Students can color, cut, assemble, and glue these shapes to create a fire truck. In addition, there is a house template with the caption, "Get out, stay out, don't you go back in!" Students can make "fire" my blowing orange, yellow, and red paint or food coloring over the house. I hope these fire safety activities are a great addition to your curriculum! Key Word Search: Fire Safety, Fire Truck, Fire En
Preview of Visual Discrimination Bundle Part 1 Fine Motor Activities

Visual Discrimination Bundle Part 1 Fine Motor Activities

*This bundle is Part 1 of my Visual Discrimination Activities. You can find Parts 2 & 3 here, or all the bundles are available in the MEGA Bundle!These activities will allow your students the opportunity to develop their visual discrimination skills along with their fine motor skills. They will need to pay attention to the color, orientation and position of the objects on the cards to be able to recreate the design themselves.Visual discrimination skills are important for students to have b
Preview of Dinosaur Fossil Matching: for Montessori or Science Centers

Dinosaur Fossil Matching: for Montessori or Science Centers

These cards are a fun way to familiarize children with different dinosaurs. This is a unique activity that shows children what different dinosaur bones look like! You can use them to create many different kinds of activities. You can use these cards for your science centers, dinosaur unit study, or Montessori 3-6 classroom! DINOSAUR FOSSIL MATCHING INCLUDES: ★ instructions for use★ 9 dinosaur fossil cards★ 9 dinosaur cards★ 9 control cardsThis set includes: Anatosaurus, Brachiosaurus, Parasauro
Preview of Community Helpers Sorting & Categorizing Activity | Sorting Mats and Pocket Book

Community Helpers Sorting & Categorizing Activity | Sorting Mats and Pocket Book

This community helper categorizing activity is a great addition to your My Community unit, and Community Helpers unit or lesson plans. Kids sort can the cards in a wide variety of ways. Use the mats and sorting cards individually or bind the mats to create a pocket book (directions included). This activity is appropriate for preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten classrooms.This activity contains the following components: ✔8 community location mats ✔ 5 vehicle cards ✔ 16 community he
Preview of ABA Task Card Bundle Special Education

ABA Task Card Bundle Special Education

ABA Task Card Bundle 9 Sets324 Task Cards (Real Pictures)Problem Solving, Which go Together, What Rhymes, Receptive by Function, Receptive by Identification, Receptive by Feature, and Receptive by Class.See individual listings for more information and pictures.Individual ABA Task Card Sets:Problem Solving Task CardsProblem Solving 2 Task Cards Which Go Together Task Cards What Rhymes Task CardsReceptive By Function Task CardsReceptive Identification Task CardsReceptive by Feature Task CardsRecep
Preview of Money Math Centers | Easy Print and Prep Kindergarten Activities (US & Canadian)

Money Math Centers | Easy Print and Prep Kindergarten Activities (US & Canadian)

Hands-on math activities to build students' money knowledge. Students explore coins using a variety of engaging centers and build on their understanding of coins and their value. These activities reinforce being able to identify and count coins.Easy Print and Prep: Simply print out the works mats, cut if needed, and laminate or put in protective sleeves.What is covered: coin recognition, coin valueWhat is included: 2 files are included in this download: one for U.S. Coins and one for Canadian Co
Preview of Chicka Chicka Boom Boom STEM Challenge Back to School STEAM Activities Low Prep

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom STEM Challenge Back to School STEAM Activities Low Prep

As students learn about letters, this hands-on STEM challenge a great way to engage your class. Students will create their own alphabet tree and see how many letters they can balance on top. This activity can be paired with Chicka Chicka Boom Boom. Practice balance, counting, and spelling. ⭐Save 30% off & get this activity + 48 more with the SIMPLE STEM BUNDLE.INCLUDED IN THIS STEM CHALLENGE:Google Slides Presentation / works with Microsoft PowerPointUse to give challenge to students digital
Preview of Pattern Block Puzzles • Math Shape Puzzles • Autumn Thanksgiving Theme

Pattern Block Puzzles • Math Shape Puzzles • Autumn Thanksgiving Theme

Looking for an engaging math center for the fall? This set of pattern block puzzles will keep students eager to learn and explore shapes all year long! This set is for Autumn (November) Choose from three differentiated levels to allow students to progress or for different ability levels. They make an awesome math center that keeps students attention while focusing on a challenge that they will enjoy!Grab the whole year long bundle and change out the centers each month of the year!Included in thi
Preview of Visual Discrimination Popsicle Stick Designs Fine Motor Activity

Visual Discrimination Popsicle Stick Designs Fine Motor Activity

These popsicle stick design cards will allow your students the opportunity to develop their visual discrimination skills. They will need to pay attention to the color, orientation and position of the popsicle sticks on the cards to be able to recreate the design with real popsicle sticks.*Be sure to check out the MEGA BUNDLE for even bigger savings off all of my Visual Discrimination resources.Visual discrimination skills are important for students to have because they not only help with readin
Preview of Printable Postage Stamps Cards and Envelopes for Post Office Dramatic Play

Printable Postage Stamps Cards and Envelopes for Post Office Dramatic Play

This Set of Printables for Post Office Dramatic Play includes Printable Postage Stamps, Greeting Cards, Envelope Templates, Writing Paper, Stickers, and Package Labels. Use the printables in this set for for post office pretend play and community helper units! Extend learning and creative conversation in the classroom and at home with these fun post office printables!This Set Includes:1. Postage Stamps - Print the sheet of stamps and cut the individual stamps apart to use. Attach the postage sta
Preview of Map Skills: Hands On Maps Center Social Studies

Map Skills: Hands On Maps Center Social Studies

Hands-on maps center. Introduce beginning maps skills with this hands-on maps center. Includes: pictorial directions on set-up, "I can" directions, key, compass rose, task cards, interactive map pieces (picture cards of places in a community), differentiated recording sheets, map elements flip book in 3 levels and a "Build Your Own Compass Rose" activities.Use this map learning pack to teach kids beginning map skills! - Flip Books- Interactive "Build a Map" center- "Build Your Own Compass Ro
Preview of Design your Own 3/D Welcome Totem Poles. Native American Art and History Craft

Design your Own 3/D Welcome Totem Poles. Native American Art and History Craft

Great project for students to create after a unit on Native American history/ Northwest Coast First Nations Art and Culture. Easy to create 3/D paper tube Welcome Totems. Students will enjoy creating their very own Welcome Totem, or they can cut and glue the images I designed onto their own art. Several options for teachers to accommodate students of all abilities. 10 Northwestern animal images are included for inspiration. Both patterns makes a 6 inch tall design. The project can be made with
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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.