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Middle school social studies homeschool curricula
American History 1: Complete Curriculum Bundle: Projects, Activities & Lessons
This US History Curriculum is everything you need in one amazing, digital download with over 300 amazing resources for American History from American Indian groups before colonization through the end of Reconstruction in 1877! This Complete Curriculum includes 10 units, each entirely planned out with lesson plans for every day and engaging activities for students. You can check out each unit and read their glowing reviews here: ExplorationThe 13 ColoniesThe American RevolutionThe ConstitutionEar
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7th - 10th
American History 2: Complete Curriculum Bundle: Activities & Lessons for US
This amazing, Complete US History 2 Curriculum includes over 400 amazing resources for US History from the Gilded Age through Modern America! This download includes 9 units, each thoroughly planned out with lesson plans for every day and engaging activities for students. You can check out each unit and read their glowing reviews here:The Gilded AgeThe Progressive Era and American ImperialismWorld War 1The Roaring 20's The Great Depression World War 2The Cold WarThe Civil Rights MovementModern A
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7th - 10th
California Missions Overview Informational Reading & Activities
Most information on the California Missions is too detailed, difficult or overwhelming for 4th graders. Our Mission Overview Text is engaging for kids and works as a companion for individual mission projects. This flexible but comprehensive unit works for shorter time frames and includes all necessary background information, a writing assignment based on the text, and a visual arts component suitable for classroom display.Topics covered: Purpose of California missions, construction and locations
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3rd - 7th
Stations of the Cross for Kids: 5 Booklets (Coloring, Reflections, and Prayers)
This packet contains five versions of the Stations of the Cross booklets for children of a variety of ages and abilities. Read on to learn more about the five versions contained in this packet. (Make sure to check out the preview document as well!)Purchasing this gives you the license to use it with one family, one co-op class, or in one single classroom. (Please purchase additional copies for each additional class it will be used with. If you purchase two additional licenses on top of the orig
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PreK - 6th
Printable Interactive Old Testament Bible Story Bundle
Teach your kids the Bible stories with this HUGE set of Printable Old Testament Scripture Story Characters!New to printable scripture stories? You can try them out for FREE here: FREE Scripture Story PrintablesThis set of printable graphics was handmade with felt, and then meticulously digitized to create high quality printable images for your Bible storytelling. The printable set goes perfectly with The Jesse Tree Advent as it includes all the characters and images you need to tell stories lead
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PreK - 6th
Texas Our Texas: Learn About Texas History, Symbols, and Culture!
Texas Our Texas: Learn About Texas History, Symbols, and Culture! 150 pages!!Explore the rich history and vibrant culture of Texas with our engaging elementary unit on the Lone Star State's symbols. Designed to inspire young minds, this comprehensive package delves into the iconic symbols that represent Texas's unique identity. From the majestic Lone Star Flag to the rugged Longhorn, students will embark on a journey through the state's fascinating heritage. Through interactive lessons and creat
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K - 7th
United States Geography Unit: Informational Texts, Maps, & Activities US Regions
U.S. Geography Integrated Unit for Upper ElementaryThis integrated unit of study focuses on United States geography and related skills. It includes 8 lessons and activities, including informational texts and a summative test. These reading passages can be used for close reading and reading comprehension, as well as social studies content.Everything needed to teach the material is included - just add pencils and crayons! Lessons included are:1. Latitude & Longitude2. Relative & Absolute
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4th - 6th
The Jesse Tree Christmas Advent Project
The Jesse Tree is a chronological Bible story Christmas advent of the scriptural events that occurred before Jesus's birth. There are many ways to participate in this countdown, and I've taken some creative liberty to design a simple version for younger kids. Traditionally this project is done as a Christmas advent, starting on December 1st--but these printable felties are versatile enough to use as a colorful addition to a history timeline, as a family night game of Bible-themed memory or go fi
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PreK - 6th
Colonial America & the 13 Colonies Unit: Informational Texts, Maps, & Activities
Colonial America Integrated Unit for Upper ElementaryThis integrated unit of study focuses on Colonial America, including Colonial Regions. The unit includes a reading skill lesson (Main Idea), as well as a timeline activity. It includes 8 lessons and activities, including informational texts. A summative test is also included. Everything needed to teach the material is included - just add pencils and crayons! Lessons included are:1. Main Idea2. Timeline3. Early European Colonies in North A
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4th - 6th
World War 2 Unit (WW2, WWII), World War 2 Activities, World War II Lessons
This curriculum unit includes 7 World War 2 lessons for 6-7 weeks of instruction & includes a printable & digital version. Some components are editable so you can tweak it to your students’ needs. Audios of the reading passages, quizzes, & tests are included. This is perfect for students with read-aloud accommodations. The included World War II lessons help you easily integrate literacy with your social studies content with graphic organizers that focus on one specific reading skill
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7th - 10th
American History Informational Texts, Maps, Activities, & Assessments BUNDLE
American History Bundle: 7 Integrated Units for Upper ElementaryThis United States History bundle includes 7 units with reading passages & activities, including: U.S. GeographyNative AmericansExplorationColonial AmericaAmerican RevolutionU.S. Government & CivicsWestward Expansion (through 1850)All units include 8 lessons and activities, including informational texts. A summative test is included in each unit. Most units include a reading skill lesson and a timeline. Everything needed t
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4th - 6th
Constitution Day Preamble Coloring Page
This is a great resource to help students become familiar with the preamble to the Constitution. Coloring the visual elements will aid with memorization as students have a visual reminder. A fun activity to add to your study of U.S. History!
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1st - 7th
Also included in: The America Bundle
Learning Cursive: Handwriting Practice Workbook for Teens
It's never been easier for middle school and high school teens to learn cursive. Learning Cursive: Handwriting Practice Workbook for Teens, provides extensive focus on cursive letter and sentence formation. This cursive handwriting workbook for teens contains more than 20,000 cursive tracing units. It includes a cursive alphabet chart with guided stroke/directional arrows; a paper position guide detailing appropriate writing posture; uppercase and lowercase cursive letter tracing and freehand c
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
World War 1 Unit - WW1 Lessons - Study Guide & Test - World War 1 Activities
This curriculum unit includes 5 World War 1 lessons for 5 weeks of instruction & includes a printable & digital version. Some components are editable so you can tweak it to your students’ needs. Audios of the reading passages, quizzes, & tests are included. This is perfect for students with read-aloud accommodations. The included World War I lessons help you easily integrate literacy with your social studies content with graphic organizers that focus on one specific reading skill pe
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7th - 10th
Aztecs Activity Gallery Walk an Introduction to the Aztec Civilization
Skip the lecture and engage students in this Aztecs gallery walk activity. This introductory unit activity gets students up and moving as they explore the culture of the Aztecs. Students work collaboratively, make notes about aspects of the Aztec culture and conduct an initial analysis of the Aztec culture which can be re-examined as students go deeper into the study of MesoAmerican civilizations. Great for early in your study of the Aztecs or to review students' understanding of the Aztec cu
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6th - 10th
Also included in: World History Middle school Curriculum Bundle GROWING
The Dust Bowl History Power Point (powerpoint)
A 24 slide powerpoint filled with facts, maps, and real life pictures of the Dust Bowl that happened to America in the 1930s.Facts about life during that time, President Roosevelt, the storms, why it happened, how it eventually ended, "Okies", and much more. I tried to tie in a little bit of everything, including the novel "Out of the Dust" and also singer "Woody Guthrie". I learned a lot making this, I hope you and your students will too!*Powerpoint is NOT editable due to clipart that may have
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3rd - 11th
Also included in: Social Studies PowerPoint Bundle for 3rd grade (TEKS)
Geography Curriculum Bundle for Special Education
Simple Geography CURRICULUM Bundle for Special Education Includes 4 units with over 420 worksheets, 14 file folders, and 4 adapted books!Use geography workbooks, file folders, and adapted books in your classroom to reinforce basic Geography skills. 6 RESOURCES INCLUDED:1. Continents: Geography Workbook for Special Ed2. Landforms: Geography Workbook for Special Ed3. Biomes: Geography Workbook for Special Ed4. Maps: Geography Workbook for Special Ed5. Geography File Folders for Special Education6.
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5th - 12th
Art History Lesson: Greek Vases
Greek Vases is the third in our Art Exploration through Time Series. Students love exploring and creating with patterns. This lesson is perfect for connecting geometric shapes and patterns through Art! Simple art materials are used for this project, such as black Sharpie markers and orange/brown watercolor paints. This is a terrific project to build your young artist’s confidence and work on some basic drawing skills.This lesson is great for ages 7-12 but any age student with a little guidance w
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2nd - 6th
Inventions of the Industrial Revolution Timeline Analysis + Digital Resource
Inventions of the Industrial Revolution Timeline takes your students to the years of the industrial revolution, 1750 to 1900. Students analyze the timeline and complete a twenty question common core aligned worksheet. This assesses students on inventions of industrial revolution, as well as timeline analysis. An optional QR coded timeline is also included for more student engagement. It can be used in class or as homework as it’s a completely stand alone assignment. Key is included.Save money! G
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7th - 12th
Art Therapy BUNDLE
This bundle comprises approximately 90 different exercises that are print and go! The worksheets included within the bundle can cover a very broad age range, with many activities suitable for both children and teens.The bundle features a range of both structured activities (in the Art Therapy Worksheet Packs) as well as free flowing, expressive drawing activities (in the Guided Drawing Worksheet Pack). The included variety of activities gives you a great selection of activities to choose from, b
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1st - 12th, Adult Education
Art History Lesson: Cave Art Paintings
Students love creating cave art paintings! Lots of art materials are used for this project. I like to have my students create these projects at the beginning of the year to build their confidence and work on some basic drawing skills. This lesson is great for ages 8--12 but any age student will love creating these cave paintings.The 22 page pdf includes:Step by step full-color photo tutorialsBackground information about cave artVocabulary words and learning objectivesSupplies needed for projectH
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4th - 6th
The America Bundle
In this Bundle, you will receive the Constitution page, Declaration of Independence page, and Pledge of Allegiance page.
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1st - 7th
Sociology Full Semester Bundle (Major concepts, worksheets, and simulations)
This starter bundle is designed to walk students through a semester of sociology-- hitting major lessons, content, and ideas. This bundle is not designed to be exhaustive but provides a great scaffolding to build around.Units include:Creating a "Perfect Society" ActivityGoal setting, grit, and growth mindsetIntroduction to SociologyThe Sociological Perspective and the Urinal GameEthnocentrism and the Body Rituals of the NaciremaCulture, Values, and NormsCultural Spread and Barnga GameSociology o
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Civil War & Reconstruction Unit - Lessons - Reading Activities - PPT - Test
This Civil War & Reconstruction curriculum unit includes 5 Civil War lessons & 3 Reconstruction Era lessons for 7-8 weeks of instruction & includes a printable & digital version. Some components are editable so you can tweak it to your students’ needs. Audios of the reading passages, quizzes, & tests are included. This is perfect for students with read-aloud accommodations. The included Civil War lessons & Reconstruction Era lessons help you easily integrate literacy wit
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7th - 11th
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- 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
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