Elementary School Other (Social Studies & History) Activities

Geography and Maps are more than Social Studies topics, they are life skills! Help students gain a better understanding of geography in this fun MAZE and CUT AND PASTE map activity set for upper elementary students (4th, 5th, and 6th grade). Great for the beginning of the school year in social studies and history classes!

This set includes:

• Two Maze activities ask students to use directions to move from continent to continent, identify different types of maps, and match map symbols with the correct terms.

• Two Cut and Paste activity pages have students physically place the terms under images of different symbols, as well as have students place parts of a map in the correct areas of a treasure map!

• Each activity comes with a separate answer key.

Geography and Maps Mazes and Cut and Paste activities can be used for

• First Week Activities
• Geography diagnostic testing
• Formative assessment
• Extension activities
• Centers activity
• Review
• Homework
• Subplans
• Anywhere you want to work with geography and maps!

Un paquete de fichas para trabajar las monedas canadienses.

Hay TRES tipos de libros interactivos:

• Un libro interactivo para armar y colorear
• Uno libro interactivo para colorear y completar (valor y decimal)
• Uno libro interactivo para cortar y pegar monedas además de completar la información de cada moneda.

Además de dos actividades extras para contar monedas!!

★This packet is the perfect addition to your study of fire safety or community helpers.

Activities include:

→ Printable Book (Available in color and black/white)

→Pocket Chart Vocabulary Words

→"What do we do in a fire drill?" Printable Page

→"Stop, Drop and Roll" Printable Page

→"Fire Gear" Poster

→Printable Board Game

→Memory Game

→Poem with Printable Finger Puppets

→Dramatic Play Fire Station Sign

→Printable Firefighter Badges

→Printable Fire Hats

This is a Texas History and U.S. History Lesson over Cattle Drives and The Chisholm Trail. There are 3 parts:

1. Cattle Drives and Chisholm Trail Reading. This covers topics such as the movement of cattle, Longhorn cattle, Cowboys, cowtowns, the open range, and barbed wire.

2. Cattle Drives and Chisholm Trail Questions. Students will use the reading to answer the questions.

3. Cattle Drives and Chisholm Trail Vocabulary. Students will use Cattle Drive Readings, a dictionary, or the Internet to define and draw a visual/symbol for words related to the cattle drive era

Dinosaur Theme Preschool Unit Lesson Plans

Overview: Dive into the world of dinosaurs with this engaging and educational unit designed for GA Pre-K, but adaptable for any preschool setting. This comprehensive set of curriculum and lesson plans includes a variety of activities to foster phonological awareness, literacy, and creativity, all centered around the fun and familiar theme of farms. Perfect for young learners, this unit provides a rich, interactive experience that will keep kids excited and motivated.

Key Features:

• Adaptable for Various Settings: Designed for GA Pre-K but versatile enough to fit into any preschool curriculum.
• Interactive and Engaging: Each activity encourages active participation, helping children stay focused and engaged.
• Comprehensive Coverage: Addresses multiple areas of early childhood education including literacy, phonological awareness, social skills, and physical development.
• Easy-to-Follow Plans: Clearly laid-out lesson plans make implementation straightforward for teachers, with step-by-step instructions and materials lists.

Benefits for Students:

• Enhanced Literacy Skills: Through storytime, phonological activities, and interactive discussions.
• Improved Social Skills: Collaborative activities and group discussions foster teamwork and communication.
• Development of Fine Motor Skills: Through craft projects and hands-on activities.
• Physical Activity: Music and movement sessions promote physical health and coordination.

Transform your classroom into a lively farmyard adventure with this Dinosaur Theme Preschool Unit Lesson Plan, and watch your students thrive through fun and engaging educational experiences!

Elevate classroom discussions with this comprehensive Habits of Discourse Lesson Plan and Graphic Organizer! Designed for middle school humanities teachers, this resource provides everything you need to foster meaningful, respectful, and structured conversations in your classroom. Whether you're working on developing your students' verbal communication skills or introducing them to nonverbal signals, this resource is your go-to tool for teaching effective discourse habits.

Why This Resource is Essential:

• Promotes Structured Communication: Teach students how to engage in Turn and Talk, Table Talk, and Whole Class Talk with clear expectations for what each form of discourse "Looks like," "Sounds like," and "Feels like."
• Develops Critical Thinking: Encourages students to express their ideas, listen actively, and respond thoughtfully, building a strong foundation for analytical thinking and collaborative learning.
• Incorporates Nonverbal Communication: Introduce your students to nonverbal signals like "agree," "disagree," and "connect" to enhance their ability to communicate without interrupting others.
• Fosters a Positive Classroom Culture: By establishing norms for respectful and inclusive discussions, you help create a classroom environment where every student feels valued and heard.

What’s Included:

• Detailed 60-Minute Lesson Plan: Step-by-step instructions for guiding students through the habits of discourse, including Do Now prompts, discussion activities, and reflection exercises.
• Engaging Discussion Topics: Ten thought-provoking prompts tailored for middle school students, ensuring relevance and engagement in each discourse format.
• Graphic Organizer: A user-friendly tool for students to visualize and document their understanding of effective communication during Turn and Talk, Table Talk, and Whole Class Talk activities.

Perfect For:

• Middle School Humanities Teachers: Ideal for those teaching language arts, social studies, or any subject where discussion is key.
• Back to School: Establish classroom norms early in the school year with this essential resource.
• Ongoing Use: Revisit throughout the year to reinforce and expand your students' discourse skills.

Benefits:

• Improves Student Engagement: Students actively participate in discussions, leading to deeper understanding and retention of material.
• Builds Confidence: Helps shy or hesitant students find their voice in a safe and structured environment.
• Supports SEL Goals: Aligns with social-emotional learning objectives by teaching students how to communicate respectfully and empathically.

How to Use:

• Start the School Year Strong: Implement this lesson during the first weeks of school to set a positive tone for the year.
• Enhance Group Projects: Use the discourse habits as guidelines during collaborative work to ensure productive and respectful teamwork.
• Reflect and Revise: Encourage students to reflect on their communication skills regularly, using the graphic organizer as a tool for self-assessment and growth.

Engage your students in a meaningful discussion about resilience, unity, and healing with this comprehensive, time-saving book companion for 30,000 Stitches: The Inspiring Story of the National 9/11 Flag. Perfect for commemorating September 11 in grades 3-5, this resource includes everything you need to bring the story to life in your classroom while fostering a deep understanding of the book’s themes.

What's Included:

•Timeline Cards: Help students sequence key events from the story and understand the journey of the flag as a symbol of hope. Teacher instructions are also provided.

•Vocabulary Activities: Explore key terms such as stitch, resilience, patriotism, community, restoration, and memorial with definitions and context from the story. A fun scavenger hunt game/activity encourages collaboration and engagement. Teacher instructions are also provided.

•Comprehension Quiz: Multiple-choice and short-answer questions to check students’ understanding of the story.

•Discussion Prompts: Thought-provoking questions to guide class discussions on how the flag’s journey parallels the nation’s healing process.

•No-Prep Printables:

• Map Activity: Follow along with the flag’s journey across America, marking significant stops on its route.
• Maze & Word Search: Fun, easy-to-use activities that reinforce vocabulary and geography.

Key Features:

•Aligned with September 11 remembrance activities

•Designed for easy differentiation in grades 3-5

•Interactive and student-centered activities

•Includes colored images for impact, with a black-and-white printing option for ink-saving

This resource will not only help students connect with the history of September 11, but also inspire them to think about resilience and the strength of a united community.

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*Note: This does not have any Bible verses or religious references. It can be used in any classroom!

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Thank you!!

Happy Teaching!

In our global society, our students need to understand how **cultures are developed **and how they adapt to and adopt practices and beliefs from others through cultural diffusion. As students understand cultures vs subcultures, it will help them navigate and appreciate the diverse world we live in. In this lesson, students will look at "the American culture" vs its subcultures.

Students will enjoy working in **cooperative groups **to create a collage that illustrates various American subcultures. This activity will require them to use **higher-order thinking skills **as they analyze, compare, and evaluate American culture alongside its subcultures.

Additionally, students will complete a short preliminary assignment in which they will interpret a political cartoon. This approach caters to** visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners** in grades 5 through 12, ensuring that even older students will find it engaging!

Disclaimer:

One purchase is for the use of one teacher. If additional teachers would like to use this product, please purchase additional licenses.

Fourth (4th) of July Word Search Puzzle Activity Worksheet | 63 Word to Find

These Word Search Games are a great way for teaching Your kids about their History, the Fourth of July or also known as Independence Day. The perfect way to celebrate this holiday with your kids or Students.

Words Included:

1. AMERICA
2. BARBECUE
3. BELLS
4. BONFIRES
5. BRAVERY
6. CEREMONY
7. CITIZEN
8. COMMEMORATION
9. CONCERTS
10. COUNTRY
11. COURAGE
12. CROWDS
13. DAY
14. DECLARATION
15. DIGNITY
16. DUTY
17. EVENT
18. FAMILY
19. FEDERAL
20. FIREWORKS
21. FLAG
22. FOURTH
23. FREEDOM
24. GLORY
25. HERITAGE
26. HISTORY
27. HOLIDAY
28. HONOR
29. HOPE
30. INDEPENDENCE
31. JEFFERSON
32. JULY
33. LIBERTY
34. LOYALTY
35. MEMORIAL
36. MILITARY
37. MONUMENT
38. NATION
39. NATIONAL
40. OBSERVANCE
41. PARADE
42. PATRIOTISM
43. POLITICAL
44. PRIDE
45. REMEMBRANCE
46. RESPECT
47. REVOLUTION
48. RITUAL
49. SACRIFICE
50. SALUTE
51. SOLDIER
52. SPIRIT
53. STARS
54. STRENGTH
55. SUMMER
56. TESTAMENT
57. TRADITION
58. TRIBUTE
59. TRIUMPH
60. VALOR
61. VENERATION
62. VETERANS
63. VICTORY

Features:

• 1 PDF File of 8.5x11 inches Size, Includes 2 Pages (Puzzle + Solution).
• JPEG File Includes 2 Pages (Puzzle + Solution)
• High-quality (300dpi).
• All Files In One Zip Folder

Are you looking for engaging Juneteenth Crafts Writing Activities for your students? If you want to provide a meaningful and educational experience for your students, this Juneteenth Craft Writing pack is perfect for you.

INCLUDED:

• 12 writing prompts (Questionnaire)
• 1 Freedom Topper(color & BW Version)
• PDF File

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Fun Festivals in Maine Grammar Worksheets – Capitalization and Punctuation Practice

Improve grammar skills with our Maine festivals-themed worksheets! Perfect for practicing capitalization and punctuation. Includes coloring pages for each festival. No prep needed.

Bring the excitement of Maine festivals into your grammar lessons with our Fun Festivals in Maine Grammar Worksheets! Designed to help students practice and improve their capitalization and punctuation skills, these worksheets feature fun and engaging sentences about popular festivals in Maine. Each worksheet also includes a coloring page, making learning both educational and enjoyable.

What’s Inside?

- Grammar Practice Worksheets: Each worksheet contains sentences about different Maine festivals that need capitalization and punctuation corrections, helping students master these essential grammar skills.

- Coloring Pages: Each festival-themed worksheet is paired with a fun coloring page, providing a creative break and reinforcing the festival theme.

- Festival Themes: Worksheets cover a variety of popular festivals in Maine, making grammar practice more engaging and culturally enriching.

Educational Benefits

- Builds Essential Grammar Skills: Focused practice on capitalization and punctuation helps students master these fundamental aspects of writing.

- Engages and Motivates: The festival themes and coloring pages make learning grammar fun and engaging, encouraging students to complete the exercises.

- Enhances Cultural Awareness: Introduces students to popular festivals in Maine, broadening their knowledge of local culture and traditions.

Perfect for Classroom and Home Use

This versatile resource is ideal for:

- Classroom Activities: Use as part of your regular grammar curriculum, in literacy centers, or for group work.

- Homework Assignments: Assign as homework to reinforce classroom learning in a fun and engaging way.

- Supplemental Practice: Great for extra practice or as a filler activity for early finishers.

Why Choose These Worksheets?

Our Fun Festivals in Maine Grammar Worksheets offer a unique and effective way to practice capitalization and punctuation skills. The themed sentences and coloring pages not only make learning more enjoyable but also help students connect grammar concepts to real-life cultural events. With no prep needed, these worksheets are a convenient and valuable addition to any grammar program.

Add this engaging and educational resource to your teaching toolkit today and watch your students' grammar skills improve while they learn about the fun festivals of Maine!

Guess the states with fact based clues and visuals. 26 states are included in part one. Use with or without part one. Instructions for individual/group play, and suggestions for use that offer interactive fun while learning about states. Sheets can be colored and displayed or used as is. Clues include: State Capitols with starred location Famous Statesmen Mottos Nicknames State Birds State Flowers States Included: 1. Washington 2. Alabama 3. Illinois 4. Tennessee 5. New Jersey 6. Mississippi 7. Nebraska 8. Maine 9. West Virginia 10. Michigan 11. Louisiana 12. Pennsylvania 13. Oregon 14. Connecticut 15. Kansas 16. Wyoming 17. Nevada 18. South Carolina 19. New Mexico 20. Massachusetts 21. Virginia 22. Colorado 23. Minnesota 24. North Carolina 25. Indiana 26. Maryland (second answer sheet with 1-26 included if not using with part one) Perfect for assessment on states, building prior knowledge for units, introduction of state units, and states' reviews. Can be used to make student books or United States' bulletin board displays. Fun to play as an individual, team, or whole group game.

• The Wise Owl Reading Comprehension Worksheet - Critical Thinking and Reflection

Enhance your students' reading comprehension skills with "The Wise Owl Reading Comprehension Worksheet." This engaging worksheet features a short, thoughtful passage about a wise owl who helps villagers overcome a drought with wisdom, kindness, and cooperation.

Accompanied by 10 comprehension questions, this resource encourages critical thinking, reflection, and discussion, making it perfect for grades 3-5. Students will practice identifying key details, understanding character motivations, and drawing connections to the story's moral. Ideal for classroom use, homework, or literacy centers, this non-editable PDF is ready to print and use immediately.

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Each reading includes 5 questions which can be included or discarded depending on time. With the questions this lesson could be extended past 1 hour.

Written at a 7th grade level but suitable for many different classes.

Constellation Scavenger Hunt 

Hi fellow teachers

I often do scavenger hunts in grade 4 to 7  classrooms. I find them particularly useful when I’m feeling tired or lacking energy (hey, we’ve all been there).

Why do I like them?

1. They are easy to set up, 
2. The students get to move around
3. The students are focussed & engaged
4. The students enjoy it 
5. The teacher is free to take notes, observe and give guidance, if necessary. 

It can look chaotic, but if observed you can see students really trying, really reading the information, and really collaborating and cooperating.

How it works:

There are two components:

1. A two page worksheet (print double-sided, one per student)
2. 12 informational panels that contain the answers to the questions (these need to be printed on one side, cut in half and pinned in various locations around your room).
3. Hand out the worksheet and off they go!

I have used this activity in a Grade 6 class.

The whole activity takes about 40 minutes and I might suggest watching a couple of Youtube videos on the topic to ‘get them in the mood.

Good luck!

This Chinese New Year (also known as the Lunar New Year) activity teaches students about the animals in the Chinese zodiac and the years for each one. It's great for young elementary students to see the cycle of the zodiac and also great for young learners to practice their fine motor skills.

✨Take a peek at the preview to get a closer look.

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

• PDF file
• Zodiac wheel template (it's already started for you with the year of the dragon!)
• Cut & paste zodiac animals with their name and year.

HOW IT WORKS

1. Easily print the resource from your computer.

2. Have the students color each zodiac animal.

3. Students can cut out each triangle.

3. Students glue each zodiac animal in order going backwards after the year of the dragon (2024, 2023, 2022, etc.)

4. Students share their wheel and talk about which zodiac animal they are

WHO IS IT FOR?

• Elementary School Teachers: You'll love this as a resource for your students to practice their fine motor skills while having fun!
• Homeschooling Parents: No need to do worksheet after worksheet. Use this resource to help your child strengthen their fine motor skills.

FEATURES

• Each page is 8.5" x 11", but you can adjust this in your printer settings.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

In addition to printing out this resource, you'll need scissors, crayons, and glue.

Everything you need to host a World Cultures Day and/or to Teach a Cultural Course.

What's Inside:

Provides examples of a world cultures day

• Clipart
• Maps
• Templates
• Units with lessons: What does the world eat? Water Scarcity, Poverty, $1 a day, minimum wage, Global crisis etc...
• Kids of the world Banners/Decor
• two little global readers
• stamps and much more...

Immerse your students in the vibrant culture of New Orleans with this engaging Jazz & Heritage Festival resource pack! Perfect for grades 4-12, this comprehensive unit explores the history, music, food, and economic impact of one of America’s most iconic festivals. With ready-to-use worksheets, quizzes, and interactive activities, students will discover the multicultural roots of Louisiana while building critical thinking and reading comprehension skills.

What’s Included:

• Informative Reading Passages: Covering the festival’s origins, musical diversity, cultural exhibits, and economic impact.
• Student Activities: Fill-in-the-blank exercises, multiple-choice quizzes, true/false questions, and short-answer prompts.
• Cultural Exploration: Lessons on Cajun, zydeco, and gospel music, plus traditional Louisiana food and crafts.
• Real-World Connections: Discussion questions on tourism, community pride, and how festivals preserve heritage.
• Answer Keys: Save time with complete answer keys for all activities.

Why Teachers Love It:

• Cross-Curricular: Integrates music, social studies, geography, and economics.
• Engaging & Interactive: Brings the festival to life with relatable content and hands-on tasks.
• Flexible Use: Ideal for whole-class lessons, group projects, or independent study.
• No Prep Required: Print or assign digitally for seamless classroom integration.

Perfect For:

• Music and arts classes
• Social studies units on cultural heritage
• Louisiana state history
• Black History Month (highlighting jazz and blues traditions)
• End-of-year fun activities

Help students experience the soul of New Orleans—download today!

This product was made for students to learn the following: Vocabulary words - parliament, independence, first Continental Congress, Minutemen, repeal, boycott, The Boston Tea Party, Declaration of Independence, imported, and commander.

In this product, students will learn about Independence Day/4th of July and why this holiday is celebrated in the United States of America. Students will also learn about the French and Indian War, who it was between, why it happened, who won the war, where France had colonies and where Great Britain had colonies, the Ohio River Valley, land east and west of the Mississippi River, the importance of beaver pelts and what they were used for, Great Britain implemented a tax that they wanted the Colonists to pay on certain goods, what a tax is, why the colonists were unhappy about this tax, the goods that were taxed, Parliament and the laws they wrote regarding tax, The Stamp Act, what it was, what it required Colonists to do, how the Colonists felt about this, and what the Colonists did to stop this tax are reviewed. Students will learn about other laws that the Parliament passed that had to do with purchasing goods such as tea and paper, what the colonists did about this, and how they felt about this tax, The Boston Massacre, what caused it, where it happened, why it happened, how the Colonists felt and why, what the American Revolution is, what happened after the Boston Massacre with Parliament, The Boston Tea Party, what the Boston Tea Party was, what happened during the Boston Tea Party, how Parliament responded to the actions of the Colonists, The Boston Port Act and the Quartering Act - laws that were imposed by the Parliament, and how the Colonists felt about these laws, the American Revolution - where it started, Minutemen and how they helped during the American Revolution, when the American Revolution began, the first shots of the American Revolution, where the Colonists and the British Soldiers were going and why before and during the American Revolution, Battle at Bunker Hill, what happened during the Battle at Bunker Hill, the Second Continental Congress meeting to discuss needing an army with supplies, the commander - George Washington was chosen to lead the Colonists and why he was chosen for this position, how the Declaration of Independence came about, who was involved with writing the Declaration of Independence, events that led to the Declaration of Independence when looking at a timeline and answering questions pertaining to the timeline are covered. Students will also review Thomas Paine's pamphlet - Common Sense and why he wrote it. A review that includes multiple choice and short answer questions cover a variety of topics covered in this product. This review is located at the back of the product.

The notes are adapted to meet your student's individual learning needs. After reviewing and discussing the notes, they will answer comprehension questions to review what was discussed on previous pages, and a timeline that led to the Declaration of Independence is included, maps that show land east and west of the Mississippi River are included along with a map that shows where the first shots were fired during the American Revolution.

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Geography Reading Comprehension and Graphic Organizer about Seattle, Washington

Dive into the vibrant culture and rich history of Seattle while sharpening your reading skills and organizing your thoughts with our engaging materials.

Included in this set:

- Reading comprehension worksheet: Students will test their knowledge and improve their understanding of Austin's landmarks, events, and people.

- Graphic organizer: Students will stay organized and develop critical thinking skills as they analyze and compare information about Seattle, Washington

Add our Seattle, Washington Reading Comprehension and Graphic Organizer set to your cart now and embark on a learning adventure!