Less than $5 10th Grade Social Studies & History Resources (by date, latest first)

Bring history to life with this ready-to-use 90-minute lesson on the 4th of July! Perfect for middle and high school students, this engaging plan uses a fun YouTube video to explain the real story behind Independence Day.

Students will learn key facts, explore myths, and discover how the holiday began. The lesson includes a warm-up activity, guided video viewing, a short lecture, and class discussion.

It also comes with a printable worksheet full of activities: true or false, fill in the blanks, matching, short answers, and a creative writing task. An easy-to-follow answer key is included.

No prep needed! Just print and go. Great for history, social studies, or American culture classes.

Your students will enjoy learning about the past in a fun and meaningful way. This lesson builds critical thinking, reading, and writing skills.

Celebrate Independence Day with more than fireworks—teach the history behind it!

Download it today and make your lesson memorable and educational.

This 90-minute high school lesson explores key milestones of the American Civil Rights Movement from 1909 to the present. Using the YouTube video "Turning Points in Civil Rights History," students are introduced to pivotal events, legislation, and grassroots efforts that shaped the fight for equality.

The lesson begins with a warm-up discussion to activate prior knowledge, followed by a guided viewing of the video with fill-in-the-blank notes. Students then complete a chronological timeline activity and engage in deeper analysis through group discussion and a critical thinking task that connects historical movements to current civil rights issues. A brief review quiz wraps up the session to reinforce learning.

The included student worksheet features a variety of activities—guided notes, a timeline sort, a written reflection, and a quiz—with an answer key provided for easy assessment. This lesson not only builds historical understanding but also encourages students to think critically about ongoing struggles for justice and equality in modern society.

This 90-minute lesson introduces students to the history, meaning, and modern observance of Memorial Day in the United States. Using the educational video “What Is Memorial Day?” as a foundation, students will explore the origins of the holiday, key historical events, and how it is commemorated today.

The lesson includes vocabulary development, comprehension questions, timeline creation, and international comparisons with similar holidays like Remembrance Day and ANZAC Day. Students will also engage in reflective writing to consider the importance of honoring those who have served in the military. A printable worksheet with engaging activities and an answer key is included to support learning and classroom discussion.

Perfect for upper elementary and middle school learners, this lesson encourages critical thinking, empathy, and historical understanding.

This 90-minute lesson introduces students to the concept and importance of World Fair Trade Day through engaging, age-appropriate activities. Aimed at upper elementary and lower secondary learners, the lesson fosters global awareness and social responsibility by exploring how Fair Trade supports farmers, workers, and communities in developing countries.

The session begins with a warm-up discussion and a short educational video to spark curiosity. Students then complete a guided reading task and comprehension questions that highlight key information about World Fair Trade Day and its global impact. A vocabulary section reinforces essential terms, while a matching activity connects Fair Trade products with their countries of origin.

Interactive elements include a fun word scramble, a product hunt, and a mini role-play where students imagine being Fair Trade farmers and shoppers. The lesson wraps up with a reflective writing task, encouraging students to express why Fair Trade matters in their own words.

A printable worksheet is included, containing all activities and an answer key for easy assessment. This lesson is ideal for integrating citizenship education, ethics, or global studies into your classroom and helps learners become more informed and compassionate global citizens. No prior knowledge of Fair Trade is required.

The Industrial Revolution, often categorized into the First Industrial Revolution and Second Industrial Revolution, marked a transitional phase in the global economy towards more extensive, efficient, and consistent manufacturing methods, following the Second Agricultural Revolution. Initiating in Great Britain circa 1760, the Industrial Revolution extended to continental Europe and the United States by approximately 1840. This shift involved moving from manual production techniques to machinery; novel chemical manufacturing and iron production methods; a greater reliance on water and steam power; the creation of machine tools; and the emergence of the mechanized factory system. Production significantly surged, leading to an unparalleled increase in both population and the pace of population growth. The textile sector was the pioneer in adopting modern manufacturing techniques, making textiles the leading industry regarding employment, output value, and capital investment.

This handy ebook will help you teach your students about the Industrial Revolution. It contains facts, plenty of activities, the students' printable worksheet, and the relevant answer key at the end.

This engaging lesson on the Titanic disaster combines historical analysis with language learning. Using a video and transcript, students explore key events leading to the sinking of the Titanic, analyze decision-making factors, and enhance their English skills through interactive activities. The lesson begins with a warm-up discussion, allowing students to share prior knowledge. A listening comprehension task follows, reinforcing key details from the video.

Vocabulary exercises introduce essential maritime terms, while a timeline activity helps students organize events in sequence. A true-or-false exercise encourages critical thinking by assessing their understanding of the story. Role-playing activities immerse students in historical perspectives, fostering communication and teamwork. Additionally, a creative writing task invites them to write a diary entry from a passenger’s point of view, developing narrative skills.

The lesson concludes with a reflective discussion on the tragedy’s causes and lessons learned. By integrating listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills, this lesson offers a well-rounded approach to both historical understanding and language acquisition.

There are so many amazing people we can learn from during Black History Month (and the rest of the year). This board includes several influential Black Americans and phrases that are simple and short enough for younger grade levels!

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These posters for Black History Month are perfect for any bulletin board display and a great start to introduce new figures in any classroom! There are 30 men and women in this resource that can help you do just that!

What You will Get

• 30 PAGES
• PDF + PNG Format
• HIGH QUALITY

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• This is a digital item.

• No physical product or printed material will be shipped.

• No refunds as this is a digital product.

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This engaging Coloring pages features a collection of inspiring quotes promoting equality, justice, and freedom, beautifully paired with intricate designs for coloring. Perfect for classrooms, homeschool activities, or personal use, these pages encourage creativity while fostering discussions about human rights and global values. Ideal for Human Rights Day, Social Studies lessons, or year-round inspiration. Let students reflect, color, and connect with these powerful messages of hope and humanity.

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• 26 coloring pages
• (PDF + PNG)
• Large 8.5” x 11” designs that can easily be printed on regular sized paper
• High-resolution images
• Unlimited prints
• Great for kids, boys, girls, and teens

Immerse your students in the wonders of Ancient Egypt with our comprehensive Ancient Egypt Reading Comprehension Bundle! This bundle features a series of detailed worksheets covering key aspects of Ancient Egyptian civilization, including geography, dynastic history, religion, mythology, and scientific and artistic contributions. Perfect for middle and high school students, this bundle also includes a bonus quiz and answer keys to assess and reinforce learning.

Bundle Includes:

1. Worksheet: Introduction to River Valley Civilizations
   Begin the journey with an introduction to the world’s earliest civilizations, focusing on the importance of river valleys in shaping the development of ancient societies, including Egypt.
2. Worksheet: Ancient Egypt: Geography and Early Dynasties
   Explore the geographical features that shaped Ancient Egypt and the rise of its early dynasties, including the significance of the Nile River and surrounding deserts.
3. Worksheet: Ancient Egypt: The Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms
   Delve into the political, cultural, and architectural achievements of the Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms, highlighting their unique contributions and lasting legacies.
4. Worksheet: Ancient Egypt: Religion, Mythology, and Contributions to Science and Art
   Discover the rich religious practices, fascinating myths, and significant contributions to science and art that defined Ancient Egypt, from the pantheon of gods to groundbreaking advancements in medicine and architecture.
5. Bonus Quiz
   Assess your students' understanding of Ancient Egypt with a comprehensive quiz that covers all topics included in the bundle. The quiz is designed to test knowledge through multiple choice, true/false, matching, and short answer questions.

Product Features:

• In-Depth Reading Passages: Each worksheet features full-page, content-rich passages, organized into clear, subtitle-divided paragraphs for easy comprehension. The material is designed to engage students while providing a thorough understanding of Ancient Egypt.
• Highlighted Key Terms: Important vocabulary is bolded throughout each worksheet, with definitions provided at the end to support comprehension and retention.
• Diverse Comprehension Questions: A variety of question types, including multiple choice, true/false, matching, and short answer, ensure a thorough assessment of students' grasp of the material while catering to different learning styles.
• Visual Aids: Each worksheet includes relevant images, such as maps, depictions of Egyptian gods, and iconic artifacts, to help students visualize the historical context and deepen their understanding.
• Lesson Objectives: Clear learning objectives are outlined at the beginning of each worksheet, guiding students through the material and helping them focus on key takeaways.
• Answer Keys: Complete answer keys for each worksheet and the unit quiz are provided, making grading and review easy and efficient.

Ideal For:

• A comprehensive study of Ancient Egyptian civilization
• Classroom activities and homework assignments
• Enriching homeschooling curriculum
• Preparing for tests and historical reviews

Immerse your students in the fascinating world of early human history with our Prehistory Bundle. This comprehensive set includes three detailed worksheets on key topics of prehistory, along with a Unit Quiz and answer keys, making it the perfect resource for middle and high school students.

Bundle Includes:

• Worksheets - 1.1: Early Human Societies
• Worksheets - 1.2: The Stone Age
• Worksheets - 1.3: The Agricultural Revolution and Early Settlements
• Unit Quiz
• Answer Keys

Product Features:

• Engaging Reading Passages: Each worksheet features full-page, content-rich passages divided into clear, subtitle-organized paragraphs to enhance understanding and retention.
• Highlighted Key Terms: Important terms are bolded throughout the text, with definitions provided at the end for easy reference and better comprehension.
• Diverse Comprehension Questions: A mix of multiple choice, true/false, matching, and short answer questions caters to different learning styles and ensures comprehensive assessment.
• Supporting Visuals: Includes relevant images in each worksheet to help students visualize historical content and engage with the material more deeply.
• Lesson Objectives: Each worksheet begins with clear lesson objectives, providing a roadmap for what students should achieve by the end of each lesson.
• Warm-Up Questions: Engaging questions at the start of each worksheet activate prior knowledge and set the stage for deeper learning.
• Comprehensive Unit Quiz: The included quiz assesses students' overall understanding of the unit, reinforcing key concepts and ensuring retention.
• Answer Keys: Included answer keys for all worksheets and the unit quiz facilitate accurate grading and provide clear, immediate feedback.

Ideal For:

• Comprehensive study of early human societies, the Stone Age, and the Agricultural Revolution
• Supplementary classroom resources and homework assignments
• Homeschooling curriculum enhancement
• Test preparation and review

Uncover the rich trade networks and fascinating artifacts of the Indus Valley civilization with our "Indus Valley: Trade and Artifacts" worksheet. Perfect for middle and high school students, this resource offers a detailed exploration of how the Indus Valley people connected with other ancient civilizations through trade and the artifacts they left behind.

Product Features:

• Comprehensive Reading Passages: Dive into the world of ancient trade and craftsmanship in the Indus Valley with full-page, content-rich passages. The text is organized into clear, subtitle-divided paragraphs to make the content accessible and engaging.
• Highlighted Key Terms: Essential vocabulary is bolded throughout the passages, with definitions provided at the end to aid student comprehension and retention.
• Diverse Comprehension Questions: A mix of multiple choice, true/false, matching, and short answer questions allows for a thorough assessment of students' understanding of the material and accommodates different learning styles.
• Visual Aids: Features relevant images of Indus Valley artifacts and trade routes, helping students visualize the civilization's extensive trade network and the craftsmanship of its people.
• Lesson Objectives: Clear objectives outlined at the beginning of the worksheet provide students with a roadmap for what they should achieve by the end of the lesson.
• Warm-Up Questions: Engaging questions at the start activate prior knowledge and encourage students to connect with the material, setting the stage for deeper learning.

Ideal For:

• Exploring the trade networks and artifacts of the Indus Valley civilization
• Classroom resources and homework assignments
• Enriching homeschooling curriculum
• Test preparation and review

Explore United States history through the art of haiku with the History in A Haiku Activity! This comprehensive kit is designed to enrich and engage students in their understanding of U.S. History while honing their creative writing skills. With carefully curated historical prompts, research resources, and a structured writing process, this activity offers a dynamic way to learn about various U.S. historical topics and craft expressive haikus.

Key Features:

• 30 Fascinating Historical Prompts: Choose from a diverse range of 30 U.S. historical topics that span different cultures, regions, and time periods.
• Grading Rubric: A comprehensive grading rubric guides students in meeting the criteria for historical accuracy, creative expression, language use, and more.
• Step-by-Step Guide: A detailed lesson plan and instructions make it easy to implement the activity effectively in your classroom.
• Extensions and Variations: Discover ways to extend the activity with group collaboration, multimedia integration, and exciting variations to cater to diverse learning preferences.
• Bonus Challenge: Encourage creativity with a bonus challenge that offers students the opportunity to earn extra credit by incorporating unique historical references.
• Grading Scale: A clear grading scale ensures students understand the evaluation process and helps you provide constructive feedback.
• Teacher Instructions: Detailed teacher instructions and suggestions for variations provide you with a flexible framework to adapt the activity to your classroom's needs.

Benefits:

• Enhance Historical Understanding: Foster a deeper understanding of world history by researching and connecting with different cultures and periods.
• Develop Creative Writing Skills: Cultivate creativity and descriptive language skills as students craft haikus that convey historical messages and imagery.
• Engaging and Interactive: The activity actively involves students in research, critical thinking, and artistic expression, making history come alive.
• Tailored Learning: Choose prompts that align with your curriculum or pique students' interests, creating a personalized learning experience.
• Meaningful Assessment: Assess historical understanding, language skills, and creativity through a well-defined grading rubric.

Immerse your students in the past, inspire their creativity, cultivate a deeper appreciation for history and language, and bring history to life in your classroom!

Students will use their research and context clues skills as they explore in depth 16 key figures of World War I through this online (or print) activity, as they work to find the missing pieces of information in the chart!

Key Figures include:

Arthur Zimmerman
Douglas Haig
Edith Cavell
Ferdinand Foch

John Pershing
Manfred von Richthofen
Mehmed V
Nicolas II

...and more!

Google Compatible - just copy and assign to students. Print version also available! Answer keys included!

Dive into the Teachings of Buddhism with This Comprehensive Notes and Graphic Organizer Resource!

Help your students explore the principles, history, and global influence of Buddhism with this engaging and NO-PREP social studies lesson. Perfect for middle and high school history or world religions classes, this resource makes teaching Buddhism both structured and accessible.

What’s Included:

• Detailed Notes:

• Covers Buddhism’s origins, key teachings, sacred texts, and historical development.

• Organized to help students grasp complex topics with ease.

• Graphic Organizer:

• Interactive format for students to summarize and retain key information.

• Encourages active learning and participation.

• Teacher-Friendly Layout:

• Saves you prep time with ready-to-use materials.

• Flexible for in-class instruction, homework, or study guides.

Key Features:

• Focus on Key Themes: Students learn about the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, and Buddhist traditions.
• Visually Engaging: The graphic organizer helps students structure their understanding.
• Standards-Aligned Content: Designed for world history and social studies curriculum needs.
• Adaptable Use: Suitable for lecture-based learning, group discussions, or independent work.

Perfect For:

• World History Teachers: Add depth to your unit on world religions.
• Religious Studies Classes: Provide students with a concise yet comprehensive overview of Buddhism.
• Time-Saving Lesson Plans: Ready to use and easy to implement.

This is a great resource for students to become familiar with key terms relating to World War II. If you choose to use this as the classroom collaboration project, just share the file with your class, assign a certain number of terms/slides to each student, and allow them to work on the Google Slide together in realtime!

Explore the history of the world through the art of haiku with the History in A Haiku Activity! This comprehensive kit is designed to enrich and engage students in their understanding of World History while honing their creative writing skills. With carefully curated historical prompts and a structured writing process, this activity offers a dynamic way to learn about various historical topics and craft expressive haikus.

Key Features:

• 30 Fascinating Historical Prompts: Choose from a diverse range of 30 world history topics that span different cultures, regions, and time periods.
• Grading Rubric: A comprehensive grading rubric guides students in meeting the criteria for historical accuracy, creative expression, language use, and more.
• Step-by-Step Guide: A detailed lesson plan and instructions make it easy to implement the activity effectively in your classroom.
• Extensions and Variations: Discover ways to extend the activity with group collaboration, multimedia integration, and exciting variations to cater to diverse learning preferences.
• Bonus Challenge: Encourage creativity with a bonus challenge that offers students the opportunity to earn extra credit by incorporating unique historical references.
• Grading Scale: A clear grading scale ensures students understand the evaluation process and helps you provide constructive feedback.
• Teacher Instructions: Detailed teacher instructions and suggestions for variations provide you with a flexible framework to adapt the activity to your classroom's needs.

Benefits:

• Enhance Historical Understanding: Foster a deeper understanding of world history by researching and connecting with different cultures and periods.
• Develop Creative Writing Skills: Cultivate creativity and descriptive language skills as students craft haikus that convey historical messages and imagery.
• Engaging and Interactive: The activity actively involves students in research, critical thinking, and artistic expression, making history come alive.
• Tailored Learning: Choose prompts that align with your curriculum or pique students' interests, creating a personalized learning experience.
• Meaningful Assessment: Assess historical understanding, language skills, and creativity through a well-defined grading rubric.

Immerse your students in the past, inspire their creativity, cultivate a deeper appreciation for history and language, and bring history to life in your classroom!

Use this crossword puzzle and word search combo to introduce and review key terms relating to the early era of U.S. History, from European Exploration of the New World to the beginning of the Atlantic Slave Trade.

Students will use their research and context clues skills as they explore in depth 20 key figures of World War II through this online (or print) activity, as they work to find the missing pieces of information in the chart!

Key Figures include:

Adolf Hitler
Anne Frank
Benito Mussolini
Benjamin O. Davis, Jr
Bernard Montgomery
Charles de Gaulle
Chiang Kai-shek
Douglas MacArthur
Dwight Eisenhower
Erwin Rommel
Franklin D. Roosevelt
George S. Patton

...and more!

Google Compatible - just copy and assign to students. Print version also available! Answer keys included!

Ready to get your students moving and learning with an engaging, exciting, and all-around fun French Revolution review game that is sure to become a class favorite? Then, The Fly Swatter Game is right for you! Students compete to swat the fly with the word that matches the definition they are given. Multiple formats (project-to-board/screen or print options) and multiple game modes keep this game fresh and exciting. It's engaging, it's intense, but most of all, it's loads of fun that will have your students wanting to play again and again!

Use this game to review key terms relating to The French Revolution!

What’s Included:

• PowerPoint version of game board and instructions to be projected to a board, wall, or screen
• Larger flies that can be printed and cut out to use around your entire classroom
• Teacher instructions
• Student Study List of terms and definitions
• Teacher Vocabulary Call List to be used during gameplay
• Blank flies and call lists if you want to add or customize the game!

Fly swatters not included (I found cheap ones at the local dollar store!), but you can always have students use their hands or create their own fly swatters from paper!

This product pairs perfectly with the The French Revolution - World History Crossword Puzzle and Word Search!