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1st grade social studies assessment pdfs

Preview of Map Skills Worksheets & Performance Task | Print & Easel

Map Skills Worksheets & Performance Task | Print & Easel

Practice using a map key, a compass rose, and a scale to read, interpret, and create basic maps! These printables are perfect for teaching geography or quick map skills assessments in first grade, second grade, or third grade! The following print-and-go map skills activities are included:Map Vocabulary Foldable: Students cut along the dotted lines to create three flaps and then fold along the solid line. Under each flap, students define the vocabulary word shown on the top of the flap. Words inc
Preview of 2nd Grade Social Studies Curriculum Community Unit

2nd Grade Social Studies Curriculum Community Unit

A community unit that includes lesson plans, comprehension, vocabulary words, activities, and even a unit assessment. Unit follows along with the Michigan Citizenship Curriculum for 2nd grade, however, with the community theme it is applicable in almost any place.GOOGLE DRIVE ACCESS LINKS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE PDF DOWNLOAD ON THE GOOGLE DRIVE ACCESS PAGEItems are also accessible for distance learning via Google Slides/Forms.Want to see a sample lesson? CLICK HERE FOR A LESSON FREEBIEIn this pac
Preview of Jimmy Carter Differentiated Reading Passages & Questions

Jimmy Carter Differentiated Reading Passages & Questions

In this resource, there is a nonfiction reading passage based on the Jimmy Carter. It is differentiated for your high, mid, and lower level students. Integrate American History content with your reading texts and meet each reader's needs with this set. Rigorous questions are included to ensure students refer back to the text. Guided Reading Levels: H-L-N $Why should I purchase this passage set?$ • Textbooks aren't what they used to be...if we have them at all. Often textbooks are written well
Preview of NO PREP Goods and Services Producers and Consumers 2nd grade

NO PREP Goods and Services Producers and Consumers 2nd grade

Goods and services 2nd grade packet. Goods and services sorts and activities included. Perfect to supplement your goods and services lessons. Could be used for 1st and 3rd grade as well.Includes:5 text evidence passages1 color by type1 cut and paste1 assessment1 answer keyFor more products like this click here!Follow me on Instagram @thebeachclassroomMy YouTube ChannelCheck out the blog!Click here for my terms of use.
Preview of Rules and Laws worksheet

Rules and Laws worksheet

This worksheet had students distinguish between school rules and community laws. Choose color or black and white.
Preview of Wants, Needs, Goods, Services, Producers and Consumers

Wants, Needs, Goods, Services, Producers and Consumers

Created by
Miss Nelson
**** TOP SELLER****This booklet covers the following vocabulary words and standards: wants, needs, goods, services, income,producers, and consumers. I used this booklet with first grade and second grade but it would be good for kindergarten. There is also a short quiz included.
Preview of Man Made and Natural Resources Sort Printable and Digital

Man Made and Natural Resources Sort Printable and Digital

Man-Made / Human Made Sort Sorting Worksheet: Printable and Digital VersionEngage students in exploring human-made and natural resources with this sorting worksheet, available in printable and digital versions.Save 30% when you buy Sort Worksheets BundleKey Features:Sorting Mat and Sorting Pictures Answer KeyGoogle Slides Digital VersionYou can use this resource for independent practice, assessments, math, or literacy centers. Explore More:Grammar SortsMath SortsSocial Skills SortsSeasonal Sorts
Preview of Prove It Thanksgiving Reading Passages | Native Americans, Pilgrims, November

Prove It Thanksgiving Reading Passages | Native Americans, Pilgrims, November

Created by
Hollie Griffith
These nonfiction reading passages are perfect for the month of November and the Thanksgiving season. Each passage is engaging and includes informational facts about Native Americans, The Lakota of the Great Plains, The Wampanoag Tribe, and Pilgrims.These passages and comprehension questions require students to PROVE IT! They must go back to the text to support their answers with EVIDENCE.These passages can be used for many purposes: close reading, a quick assessment, targeted small groups, whole
Preview of Modified Government Unit for Special Education - Comprehension & Vocabulary

Modified Government Unit for Special Education - Comprehension & Vocabulary

This is a 3rd Grade modified Government Unit that is supported with picture symbol text and visuals. This is also a great unit for reinforcing literacy skills, comprehension, vocabulary. This unit includes: 1) Mini 7 page Book of Short Passages on topics (*Constitution * Bill of Rights *Branches of Government *Legislative Branch *Executive Branch *Judicial Branch) with picture keywords for each passage. 2) 18 Picture Vocabulary with picture symbol text support definitions. This can be used a
Preview of Community Helpers Sort - Digital Version Included

Community Helpers Sort - Digital Version Included

Engage students in exploring different community helpers with this sorting worksheet, available in printable and digital versions. There are two versions:Version #1: firefighter, police officer, mail carrier, doctor Version #2: teacher, dentist, mechanic, chefSave over 50% and get the Sorting Worksheets Printable and Digital BundleKey Features:Sorting Mat and Sorting Pictures Answer KeyGoogle Slides Digital VersionYou can use this resource for independent practice, assessments, math, or literacy
Preview of Los Taínos | Conociendo nuestra herencia in Spanish | Spanish worksheets

Los Taínos | Conociendo nuestra herencia in Spanish | Spanish worksheets

El material contiene muchas actividades y modelos para la libreta interactiva. Buen recurso para complementar este tema de nuestra herencia cultural puertorriqueña. El material se adaptó para niveles más pequeños y también para los niveles más grandes.Este material contiene actividades complementaras para trabajar:★- Los indios Taínos y su cultura★- Llegada de los colonizadores★- Herencia africana★ Puede visitar el previo antes de hacer su compra.Una vez finalice la compra, podrá realizar la des
Preview of Labor Day Activity - A Holiday Social Studies Book and Assessment for Grades 1-2

Labor Day Activity - A Holiday Social Studies Book and Assessment for Grades 1-2

Created by
Andrea Knight
LABOR DAY HISTORY BOOK for GRADES 1-2This 10-page nonfiction student book is a great addition to your plans for Labor Day. The simple text teaches children when Labor Day is observed, as well as the history and purpose of celebrating the holiday in the U.S.INTERACTIVE FEATURES:The first page invites children to complete the September calendar by filling in the numbers and coloring Labor Day blue.Page 5 prompts children to think about how an employee might be feeling about the unfair working cond
Preview of Rules and Laws Sort Printable

Rules and Laws Sort Printable

This activity explores rules and laws in our community. Students cut and paste to sort rules vs. laws. It is compatible with Florida standards: SS.2.C.1.2 (Explain the consequences of an absence of rules & laws) SS.2.C.1.1 (Explain why people form governments). *See the link below for the digital version made for Google Classroom. Great for distance learning.*Rules and Laws Sort (Digital) - For Google Classroom - Distance Learning*******************************************************
Preview of Brochure Rubric

Brochure Rubric

This rubric can be used for any subject area when a student has created a brochure to showcase their topic! This can be used at multiple grade levels and is very generic so it can fit for almost any project that requires students to create a brochure! I especially like to use these for science/social studies, but be creative! :) Enjoy!
Preview of Social Studies Leveled Daily Curriculum {LEVEL 4}

Social Studies Leveled Daily Curriculum {LEVEL 4}

This year-long social studies curriculum focuses on teaching social studies skills and concepts. This resource is designed for special education students and autistic learners as it is visual-based and features a step-by-step progression of skills. It includes a non-writer version (requires only pre-writing skills) for seamlessly differentiated instruction.This curriculum includes embedded assessments allowing for data-based decision making and accurate progress monitoring. Simplify your social
Preview of Maps and Globes Introduction

Maps and Globes Introduction

This is a printable where students identify the difference between maps a globes. They must label the land and water. There is a venn diagram to assess the basic similarities and differences of maps and globes. Thanks and happy teaching!
Preview of La comunidad y sus servicios

La comunidad y sus servicios

Antes de adquirir este material educativo, debes leer la siguiente información:Este material contiene actividades para trabajar el tema de la comunidad. Las necesidades que tiene una comunidad y las familias, así como los tipos de comunidades.★comunidad urbana - ciudad★comunidad rural/ campo★comunidad costeraToca el tema de las necesidades básicas de la comunidad y los servicios que puedes encontrar en ella. El material cuenta con 18 actividades para complementar tus clases, incluyendo plegables
Preview of Continents & Oceans Quiz

Continents & Oceans Quiz

This is a great way to check that your students know the locations of the seven continents and five oceans. Test, Quiz, Exam, Check up, Assessment North America South America Europe Asia Africa Australia Antarctica Atlantic Pacific Indian Arctic Southern
Preview of Map Skills for Kids

Map Skills for Kids

Created by
Creative Cat
This six-page document contains blank copies of a town map, a compass rose, map title, and map key. Students will demonstrate their understanding of cardinal and intermediate directions when filling out the compass rose. Students can show their creativity when coming up with a map title and map key symbols. The map key includes symbol words and then the students can draw their own symbols. Then students place their symbols on the map. An example of a students finished map can be seen in the
Preview of North America Map - U.S. - Blank - Full Page - Continent - Portrait

North America Map - U.S. - Blank - Full Page - Continent - Portrait

Created by
King Virtue
North America Map - United States Outline - Blank - Full Page - Continent - Portrait - King Virtue's ClassroomWorking on your Map Skills unit? This map is the perfect resource for you! Use it to review this continent from the world map with your students.This set includes:1 map sheetEnjoy!:)Copyright © King Virtue’s Classroom • www.kingvirtuesclassroom.com • All rights reserved.
Preview of Compass Rose Cut and Paste Activity - Cardinal Directions - Map Skills

Compass Rose Cut and Paste Activity - Cardinal Directions - Map Skills

Created by
King Virtue
Compass Rose Cut and Paste Activity - Cardinal Directions - Map Skills - King Virtue's ClassroomStudents will love applying what you've taught them about maps with this engaging cut and paste activity. This activity will help them review the compass rose and cardinal directions (north, east, south, and west).This set includes:1 cut and paste activity1 answer keyEnjoy!:)Copyright © King Virtue’s Classroom • www.kingvirtuesclassroom.com • All rights reserved.
Preview of Thanksgiving Activity - Past & Present - Differentiated Texts for November (K-1)

Thanksgiving Activity - Past & Present - Differentiated Texts for November (K-1)

Created by
Andrea Knight
THANKSGIVING ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS - COMPARING THEN AND NOWThis set of supplemental social studies materials will help primary students compare their modern lives to the lives of the Pilgrims. THE SET INCLUDES:2 Differentiated Nonfiction Student Books: Each book contains nonfiction text features such as labels, arrows, bold words, and underlined key words.5 Student Written Response Sheets: These sheets require the children to compare the "then and now" of types of travel, hats, cooking, communicat
Preview of Map the Classroom Geography Prepositional Map Making

Map the Classroom Geography Prepositional Map Making

This pack contains a fun geography activity that students love - mapping their own classroom! My students have always enjoyed this activity and it's a great way to design a classroom map with cut out and paste features such as desks, chairs and whiteboards. Student can also practice their compass directions with the matching activity sheets. Draw a map and learn about geographic features in map-making. A fantastic way to build upon prepositional language and early mapping skills.SAVE 30% by buyi
Preview of 13 Colonies Map Cut and Paste Project

13 Colonies Map Cut and Paste Project

Created by
Alexis Forgit
This project requires students to cut out the outlines of the 13 original colonies and then paste the thirteen colonies where they go on a map. The students also have to label each colony. I used this as an assessment to ensure my students knew what the colonies look like and where they go. Includes outlines of Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Massachusetts, Maryland, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Virginia. This activity worked ve
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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.