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Preview of Back to School Writing Silly Sentences | Silly Rainbow Sentences

Back to School Writing Silly Sentences | Silly Rainbow Sentences

Writing sentences - Silly Sentences writing center for building sentences. Perfect for distance learning. There are Silly Sentences Writing Prompts for the entire year. Comes with BW and color options. Check out the feedback on the individual sets to see how other teachers have loved it. DIGITAL VERSION can be found HERE.☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆Bundle 2 is more challenging than set 1. Silly Sentences Bundle 2You can see the Themed Silly Sentences here: Themed Silly SentencesWant all 3 sets for a d
Preview of Sentence Writing Unit - 10 Complete Lessons | Lesson Plans, Activities, Keys

Sentence Writing Unit - 10 Complete Lessons | Lesson Plans, Activities, Keys

Teach your students about the basics of sentence writing in a fun and engaging way that is sure to captivate your learners. This product is a whole unit complete with 10 lessons, teacher lesson plans, activity pages, reference pages, answer keys, review, and assessment. This unit helps students creatively learn the basics of writing sentences! Can also be used for reteaching / reengaging and extra practice.OBJECTIVES COVERED:Students will be able to identify complete sentences.Students will be
Preview of Back to School Classroom Decor Classroom Rules with Writing Activities

Back to School Classroom Decor Classroom Rules with Writing Activities

Chevron classroom decor editable classroom rules. Please preview to see all items included. There are also writing activities included that we complete once we have introduced the rules to simply check for understanding and help cement the rule in place.Classroom Rules included:❀We raise our hand to speak.❀We share with each other.❀We tell the truth.❀We work quietly when we need to.❀We follow directions the first time.❀We show respect when we work together.❀We use kind words.❀We include and enco
Preview of Silly Rainbow Sentences Mega Bundle

Silly Rainbow Sentences Mega Bundle

This bundle is for all three of the Silly Rainbow Sentences sets currently available.Please read more about our Silly Sentences on the TpT blog.Back to school and beginning of the year activities writing center for building sentences. There are Silly Sentences Writing Prompts for the entire year. Comes with BW and color options. Check out the feedback on the individual sets to see how other teachers have loved it. ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆Bundle 2 has been added and is a bit more challenging than
Preview of Writing Sentences Quick Write Writing Prompts Back to School Bundle

Writing Sentences Quick Write Writing Prompts Back to School Bundle

Writing - Quick Writes! We complete these writing sentences quick write writing prompts for morning work each day. Perfect for Back to School. This is a year long bundle of quick write writing prompts. Each week comes with a one page set up or the choice of using with an interactive writing notebook setup. When I implemented these Quick Writes in my first grade classroom years ago, I could see results almost immediately. This is the most commented on and complimented activity my students do ever
Preview of Back to School Number of the Day Morning Work

Back to School Number of the Day Morning Work

Great morning work! This Back to School number of the day set is great for morning work. This number of the day file was updated and now there are three complete files included: one using coins of the USA, one using UK coins and one with no inserted coins to give you more flexibility. Please preview to see examples of each.☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆Starting with 11 and going through 180. Each daily sheet has 10 ways to work with the number. -place value-coins-time-number word-expanded form -ten m
Preview of NO PREP Emergency Sub Plans Pack 2nd Grade Math Phonics Sight Words Worksheets

NO PREP Emergency Sub Plans Pack 2nd Grade Math Phonics Sight Words Worksheets

Make writing 2nd grade sub plans quick and easy with this year-long bundle of NO PREP, spiral review worksheets! Each month has its own pack including practice pages covering skills that have been taught up to that point. That way you don't have to worry about your substitute teaching new skills!Don't need to take time off? No worries! This bundle is also perfect for...homeschool familiesmorning workhomeworksmall group instructionreview activitiesand more!Each month students will review previous
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 Book Bin Labels | Classroom Library Labels | Target Dollar Spot Editable Labels

Book Bin Labels | Classroom Library Labels | Target Dollar Spot Editable Labels

These classroom library book bin labels fit Target Dollar Spot square adhesive labels. These labels are great for helping you organizing your classroom library during back to school. This resource includes matching printable adhesive labels for the books as well to help your students keep your library organize. The stickers are Avery Presta 94500 round labels. There are 93 labels with bright clipart and easy to read print. There are editable labels version with directions. These square labels bo
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 BOHO RAINBOW TEACHER BINDER & PLANNER (EDITABLE)

BOHO RAINBOW TEACHER BINDER & PLANNER (EDITABLE)

I am so excited to share my BOHO Rainbow Teacher Binder with you! The planner features beautiful boho rainbow images and features inspiring quotes throughout! The fonts are clean and easy to read, and super stylish! This binder is COMPLETELY EDITABLE and UNDATED so you can use year after year!I also have a matching SUBSTITUTE BINDER.***Make sure you have PowerPoint on your desktop computer. Online PowerPoint may create problems with the formatting of these files.This ZIP FILE contains 3 subfolde
Preview of Paragraph Writing Unit | 2nd Grade

Paragraph Writing Unit | 2nd Grade

Teach your students about the basics of paragraph writing inspired by the Step up to Writing format in a fun and engaging way that is sure to captivate your learners. This product includes teacher lesson plans, activity pages, reference pages, centers, collaborative learning activities, spelling dictionary, rubrics, and answer keys. This product is intended to enhance your EXISTING Step up to Writing* tools and curriculum, not to replace it. It can also be used for reteaching / reengaging and e
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 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 Writing Prompt Task Cards Bundle

Writing Prompt Task Cards Bundle

Back to School Writing - There are more than 250 writing prompt task cards plus recording sheets for most of them. This is your writing center for the year! Perfect for first grade and end of year Kindergarten. All sets have now been recently updated - more cards, recording sheets and fonts/graphics have been updated.☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆Set 1 Updated - Over the years I've had requests for slight modifications so I've included all those sets - there is one set asking for no specific number of
Preview of Calendar Activities and Skills

Calendar Activities and Skills

Calendar practice activities! This set includes 4 practice pages per month to practice using a calendar. With your purchase, it's updated each year so download again to get the new version each summer. Buy this once and get the updated set each year for free!Updated for 2023-2024 I begin using these with my first graders after the second grading period. You may be able to use them sooner depending on your calendar routine and grade level. We used them for morning work and assessments. The fi
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 Testing Encouragement Candy Testing Gift Tags Motivational Testing Notes

Testing Encouragement Candy Testing Gift Tags Motivational Testing Notes

If you love this bundle, you will also love my Summer Treat Tag Mega Bundle and my Back to School Treat Tag Mega Bundle!Check out the rest of my April, spring, and Easter resources!Check out my other Testing Related resources!Check out the rest of my End of School and Summer resources!Check out my other Back to School resources!You May Also Enjoy: Testing Treat Tags and Motivational NotesSMART Goal Setting BundleTesting Take Home Letter and Motivational NotesFREE Testing Door SignsDescription: T
Preview of Farmhouse Classroom Decor Cursive Alphabet Posters (Growth Mindset Quotes)

Farmhouse Classroom Decor Cursive Alphabet Posters (Growth Mindset Quotes)

This download comes with 2 sets of gorgeous Cursive alphabet posters (D'nealian or ABC cursive) on high resolution paper! Each poster features a gorgeous rustic wood with a simple green wreath! Every poster has a motivational/inspirational quote by a famous person.I OFFER THIS WITH MY BUNDLE SET.Standard Paper Size (8.5 inches by 11 inches) in PDF formatEditable PowerPoints if you want to create your own quotes. PLEASE READ!!!Make sure you download the latest version of adobe flash player for hi
Preview of Emergency Sub Plans for Second Grade

Emergency Sub Plans for Second Grade

Do you require time off from work? Don't worry about it! This no-prep 55-page second grade emergency sub plans will keep your second graders joyfully engaged and learning while you're away!Teacher tip: Get this resource before returning to school to ensure you're ready for the year :) This packet contains the following worksheets:► Color by Sight Word ‣ 6 Pages► Color by Subtraction ‣ 2 Pages ► Color by Addition ‣ 1 Page ► Color by Number ‣ 1 Page ► Hundred's Chart ‣ 1 Page ► Counting by 5's ‣ 1
Preview of Second Grade Back to School Assessments

Second Grade Back to School Assessments

Created by
Kathryn Watts
Get ready for Back to School with this essential resource! Are you looking for quick assessments to gauge your new second-grade students' knowledge at the beginning of the year? This resource is designed to help you assess your students during the first few weeks of school, providing valuable baseline data on their skills and knowledge as they enter second grade.If you need a discounted grade level license for your entire team please click here... 2nd Grade Back to School Assessments Grade Level
Preview of Poppin Back to School Tags Lollipop Treat Tags Meet the Teacher Night Treats

Poppin Back to School Tags Lollipop Treat Tags Meet the Teacher Night Treats

Description: These POPPING themed tags pair well with a ring pop, blow pop, sucker, popper fidget, and more for the perfect back to school gift idea for students! Hand them out at "Meet the Teacher" night or leave one on each student's desk for the first day of school!Looking for other back to school resources? You might also like these!Back to School Mega Gift Tag BundleFood Pairs: Cooperative Learning Partner CardsThis year is going to be SWEET!This year is going to be BRIGHT!This year is goin
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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.