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2nd grade social studies lessons for Microsoft Word
Reading Decoding & Social Studies Integrated 5E Lesson Plan
This is a Reading Decoding lesson plan that uses word origins, and root words to decode vocabulary in Social Studies. The lesson plan follows the 5E Lesson Plan model. The 5 Es are Engagement, Exploration, Explanation, Elaboration, and Evaluation. The plan uses poetry to enforce vocabulary, however, any reading passage can apply to this lesson plan. The lesson plan applies to Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and the Common Core Standards. The lesson is designed for the average student
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2nd - 12th
Also included in:Â Reading 5E Lesson Plan BUNDLE
An Introduction to Debates for the Elementary Classroom
This guide is a great way to introduce principals of formal debates, objective thinking, and active listening within the elementary classroom. Suitable to use for grades 2-8…just modify the topics in this COMPLETELY EDITABLE Word document. The guide includes:· Instructional notes· Group brainstorming activities· Reasons to study debates and ways they are used in the real world· Debate organization outlines and worksheets· Objective thinking activities· Formal debate structure· Active listening a
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2nd - 8th
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Grade 2- UNIT 2: NYC Social Studies Lesson Plans: NYC Over Time
This is the 2nd unit for the new SS program that is being used throughout NYC . This is the entire Unit (12 lessons). Very thorough with differentiation in every lesson. This unit focuses on NYC over 3 centuries. There might be some adjustments that need to be made due to formatting difference between computers. Any concerns please contact me!Michele
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2nd
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Inventions and Inventors: How Technology Changes Over Time
This is an OUTSTANDING unit on inventions and inventors. It is a 24+ page reosurce with detailed lesson plans, technology integration links, and student worksheets and handouts (including a parent letter and guidelines on how to set up the end of unit Invention Convention). Download the preview file to see a sample of both the lesson plans and some student worksheets. It is scheduled to last for 8-10 weeks. It is adaptable from 2nd-5th grade with the best age range being in 3rd or 4th. The uni
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2nd - 5th
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Aztec Art Projects Elementary School
These are 3 Aztec inspired art projects that I did with my students. They can be adapted to K-5, but I did these projects with my K-3. They are all inspired by real art objects from the Aztec civilization. The students loved learning about Aztec culture and it's connection to modern Mexico during this lesson. Templates, background info pics, and lesson plans aligned with national standards included.
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K - 5th
One Room School House 1800's Daily Lesson Plans
Have you ever wanted your students to experience what school was like in the 1800's? Here is the lesson for you! In this lesson you will be able to have the knowledge to turn your modern classroom into a classroom from the past. Students will get to learn about history in a fun and engaging way! You might even want to go all out and dress like a school teacher from the 1800's and encourage your kids to dress like they would have in the 1800's. Students love this and will talk about this day f
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1st - 6th
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Common Core Lesson Plan Template
This template is used for creating lessons that will satisfy the Common Core Standards. With this template, there is no worry about coverage. For example, it covers DOK (depth of knowledge), CCSS, home connect, grouping, extensions, differentiation, reflections, assessment, etc. It also includes a link to common core where you can just copy and paste the appropriate standards. Because of the new state requirements, the template is 3 pages long. That is meant to assist you in putting togethe
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Cultural flag-start the year w/bright + positive reflections of your students!
…This common core rich, activity starts as a group collaboration, discussion, and quick presentation and ends with a student analyzing the factors that create his or her own unique culture. Students analyze and then synthesize the aspects that truly make up their culture....beyond just ethnicity. Student fills out a chart and reflects on individual aspects of his or her life. Then creates symbols to represent those ideas. Finally students create vivid and exciting cultural flags that will repr
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2nd - 10th
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NEW SOCIAL STUDIES LESSON PLANS FOR NYC SCHOOLS- UNIT 1 2ND GRADE
This is the NEW Social Studies Program that every school in NYC will be using this fall. These lessons are truly detailed and thorough and include differentiated instruction for all learners to succeed. You are able to edit the lessons to make them your own. Hope this makes your year that much easier! THIS IS ONLY FOR 2ND GRADE AND IS ONLY UNIT 1: OUR COMMUNITY'S GEOGRAPHY. I will be adding future units shortly.
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2nd
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Mapping lesson!
This is a lesson on mapping for students with severe disabilities. It is aligned with the MA standards for 9-12th grade but is a 1st-3rd grade lesson.
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PreK - 3rd
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Non-Fiction Unit Plans, Activities and Resources
Includes slides, resources, activities, lessons, printables and more.
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1st - 4th
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Chinese New Year 2024 - Passage & Quiz (Editable)
This is a two page Word Document File that is editable for your classroom needs. You can change out the border and questions to fit your classroom needs. Each year I edit this document so the correct Chinese New Year's information is listed. You would not have to buy this file again each year simply upload the newest version. The first page is information about Chinese New Year for 2024 (Year of the Dragon). The second page is an 8-question multiple choice quiz/test on the child's reading com
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2nd - 9th
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Also included in:Â Chinese New Year Bundle
Readers' Theater: Paul Revere
Your students will love this approach to history! This 16 page readers theater is specifically created to meet the Georgia Performance Standards for 3rd grade. Paul Revere is one of several historic figures featured in our Social Studies curriculum. However this readers' theater meets the objective of several general GPS in grades K - 5, making it a great choice in may Social Studies classrooms.
Grades:
2nd - 8th
Compare/Contrast: The Legend of Romulus & Remus
Students read two versions of the founding of Rome. They use the Double Bubble Thinking Map to compare and contrast story details, then use that graphic organizer to write a well-thought-out paragraph or composition. Discussion questions included.
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2nd - 5th
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Native American Bartering Lesson & Activity
This lesson compares the Native American economy of bartering with ours today. It has the students trade natural resources with one another in an effort to simulate the trading system that the Native Americans used. Students will be able to experience what a barter economy is all about.
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1st - 5th
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Veteran's Day Lesson - Book, Song & Tissue Paper Poppies!
This is a powerful lesson that teaches students about and the importance of Veteran's Day. The lesson provides:
- a brief history about Veteran's Day
- pictures of soldiers in various wars
- incorporates the book, The Wall by Eve Bunting
- making tissue paper poppy pins to wear
- moving video to Toby Keith's American Solider
- journal entries
This lesson is moving and powerful! I taught this to fourth graders a couple of years ago and they still mention it whenever they see me!! Great way to g
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2nd - 6th
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Penguin Facts
Whenever I introduce a lesson, I try to have loads of pictures and information. I felt the my students took well to this Penguin lesson so I thought I'd post it. Since I didn't take the photographs I'm not charging. I did a lesson with my Kinder art classes on drawing habitats and will use the same document to intro a sculpture lesson with my first grades. I love it and I hope you do too!
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PreK - 2nd
Construction Paper Totem Poles
The students will make Totem Poles out of Construction Paper for the arts integration project with social studies. In this lesson plan, there is information about a Youtube video that can be used, historical and contemporary artists' work that goes along with this, steps, material list, pictures that can be used, finished project. There is also a Prezi that will go with it. This is a fun lesson that can be applicable to several grades.
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1st - 9th, Staff
The History of Writing-Montessori Cards
I created a set of cards to tell my students the story of the history of writing. I cut out and laminated the text cards and the matching picture cards. I lay out the picture card as I tell the story, and then place the matching text underneath. When completed, this creates a timeline of the history of writing.
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1st - 4th
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Finance for Kids: Volume 1: Wants and Needs
This lesson plan goes with Volume 1 of the series Finance for Kidz by Professor Prakash L Dheeriya. The lesson plan includes activities for a teacher explaining wants and needs.
After doing these activities and other activities in remaining lesson plans of the series, children and adults can understand money, finances, economy, business, credit, and budgeting. In addition, they can manage their personal finances.
****PLEASE NOTE: THE HARDCOVER BOOK OR ITS CONTENT IS NOT AVAILABLE WITH THIS LES
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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It is Time to Vote! A Little Book About the Election Process
Are you looking for a resource to use to teach your young students about the election process in America? This mini-book is just the right thing for you! I created this six-page book to help my students understand the importance of the election process and how it works in America. There are six simple pages with fill-in the blanks that you can model for your students. After reading this book, your students will be able to participate in a discussion about voting procedures, why it is a bless
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K - 2nd
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Grade 2 Social Studies (Revised 2023) Lesson Plans A-B (34 Lesson Plans)
Key Highlights:34 Lesson Plans: A meticulously structured curriculum spanning expectations A1.1 to B3.8.Crystal-Clear Learning Objectives: Well-defined aims for every single lesson.Diverse and Engaging Activities: Group endeavours, stimulating discussions, hands-on projects, and varied assessments.Comprehensive Assessment Strategies: Formative and summative assessments are meticulously integrated.Ready-to-Use Rubrics and Checklists: Facilitating smooth evaluation procedures.Embrace of Indigenous
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2nd
Boundary Setting For Kids - Bubble Boundaries lesson plan and worksheet packet
This is a lesson plan and worksheet packet for children grades 2nd-5th on setting boundaries, what boundaries should look like, and why they are important. This explores a fun way to teach boundaries called the Boundary Bubble. This concept surrounds the thought that our boundaries are bubbles that can be popped if not respected and taken care of. This comes along with a boundary bubble worksheet activity, discussion of how violated boundaries make you feel, why boundaries are important, rules f
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2nd - 5th
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Abraham Lincoln: Log Cabin President
A memorable activity to help children remember how important Abraham Lincoln was to our country. Included in this mini-lesson:
- True or False Worksheet- students write a "T" or "F" inside the stovepipe hat.
- Sequencing Activity- students number (1-4) the order of important events in Abraham Lincoln's life.
- Log Cabin Project- students make Abraham Lincoln's cabin out of pretzel rods.
Students especially love making the log cabin and learning about Honest Abe's life. A perfect way to celebrat
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PreK - 2nd
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