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Primary & Secondary Sources Activities & Writing Upper Elementary Social Studies
By The Magical Avocado
Understanding Primary and Secondary sources is crucial in social studies. This set helps upper elementary students (4th, 5th, 6th grade) to practice differentiating between a primary source and a secondary source in a variety of exercises. Excellent for the beginning of the school year, or any time you need to refresh students on the importance of these history resources.
Specifically, this set includes:
· Primary or Secondary Source Maze (with answer sheet)
· Primary and Secondary Source Cut and Paste activity (with answer sheet)
· Primary and Secondary Source Worksheet
· Two writing prompts
This activity is great for:
· First Week Activities
· Formative assessment
· Extension activities
· Centers activity
· Review
· Homework
· Subplans
· Anywhere you want to work with Primary and Secondary sources!
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Holocaust Reflection Activity BUNDLE Read, Draw, and Write for Insight
By Class Plus
This resource includes an English and Spanish version of The Holocaust - Read, Draw & Write. These are perfect for your bilingual or dual-language classrooms. This comprehensive resource empowers students to explore the Holocaust through critical thinking and personal reflection. Begin with an assessment of prior knowledge to spark curiosity and guide learners through essential topics, including the history of the Holocaust, the reasons behind persecution, and the experiences of those who endured it.
Dive into the inspiring stories of Holocaust heroes, cultivating empathy and a profound appreciation for the remarkable courage demonstrated during this challenging time.
The final reflection activity consolidates learning and offers valuable insights into students’ understanding and perspectives. Versatile and adaptable, this resource supports differentiated instruction, ensuring engagement for all learning styles. Perfect for fostering a meaningful classroom discussion!
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Geography: World Postcard Day October 1 Template + Blank Card
By Geography & Math Made Easy
The purpose of World Postcard Day is to promote awareness of the role of the postal sector in people’s and businesses’ everyday lives and its contribution to the social and economic development of countries. The current template has the 2022 postcard design. But new designs for future years can be found on the World Postcard Day Website.
Using the resources on the World Postcard Day Website, this is a free template that you can print off to have your students create their own postcards without having to spend money on one.
Using all the resources on the World Postcard Day Website, find activities and lessons that your students and you will enjoy.
All credits are given to World Postcard Day. No design or other information is claimed as property of G&M Made Easy. This resource is to make prep a little easier and to direct educators to use the World Postcard Day Website to obtain activities, information, and lesson plans in different languages.
Ancient Chinese Inventions - World History Activity - Technology - China
By The Classroom Globetrotter
A fun and creative way to dig deeper into ancient Chinese inventions! Students will choose an ancient Chinese invention and create an advertisement explaining their creation and persuading an audience to invest in their invention!
Researching? This Country Fact Sheet Has You Covered!
By Inspired By MlG
Ditch the Textbook Dive! Embark on a thrilling research adventure with our country fact sheet template designed specifically for students.
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This activity is a win-win for both students and teachers:
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By Beth Hammett
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20 black and white images for students to color that display 2024, Happy New Year, New Year baby, New Year reporter, balloon, and more...to introduce the New Year of 2024 for all ages.
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Differentiated Reading IRISH POTATO FAMINE (1845-1852) Disaster Series ESOL/ELL
By Quick Assignment Central
This set of assignments is ideal for differentiating instruction in your classroom. Both readings offer essential information and include questions to engage students.
One is tailored for 7th-grade ESOL students, featuring four paragraphs and four questions, while the other is designed for 5th-grade ESOL students, with two paragraphs and three questions.
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World War II Timeline Display Research and Sorting Activity
By Creative Primary Literacy
A great classroom display and sorting activity that is perfect for introducing students to the key events of World War 2. There are 42 posters or cards that include many of the key events from the Second World War.
The posters look great as a display in the classroom and the cards are a brilliant introduction to World War II. The displays and cards come both with dates and without dates, so the students can research the dates online before sorting the timeline. The cards look even better when laminated.
For a digital version of this resource that students can complete on tablets and computers download the World War II Digital Timeline Research and Sorting Activity**.** Perfect for Distance Learning!
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TRADITIONAL COSTUMES COLORING PAGES - Global Cultures for Kids
By Just Be Creative Homeschooling
Looking for a fun and educational way to introduce your students to global cultures? Our Traditional Costumes Coloring Pages are the perfect resource! These pages feature detailed illustrations of traditional costumes from around the world, offering a creative way to learn about diverse cultures.
These coloring pages are a fantastic way to celebrate diversity and spark curiosity about the world’s rich cultural heritage!
IN ADDITION, this resource includes a helpful tip sheet about "Child Development and Play Activities." Through this resource, parents will gain practical insights into how different types of play contribute to their child's overall development. The information sheet provides simple and engaging ideas for fostering cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth through play. By incorporating these activities, young learners can develop essential skills while enjoying the fun and creativity that play brings to their everyday lives.
World Map with Countries Worksheets | 7 Continents and 5 Oceans Blank Map
By Innovative Classroom Ideas
Kids enjoy studying the world they live in! They will enjoy learning about the seven continents and the corresponding geography with these fun and printable Continents Worksheets. For kindergarteners, first graders, second graders, third graders, fourth graders, and fifth graders, use these continents and oceans worksheets. You may start playing and learning as soon as you print the continents and oceans worksheet PDF.
These 7 continents and 5 oceans worksheets are perfect for parents, teachers, and homeschoolers who want to assist their kids learn about the globe we live in and improve their science skills. For kindergarteners, first-graders, second-graders, third-graders, fourth-graders, and fifth-graders, this pack is ideal. Use these no prep 7 Continents worksheets for science centers, additional practice, at home or at school, or as a component of a continent study. Children will learn about the seven continents that today make up the world in which we live with this bundle. Answers are provided and this pack comes mainly in black and white with a few color pages thrown in.
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Printable China’s Major Cities Reading Comprehension Bundle Worksheet
By The Kidz Lab
Explore the vibrant cities of China with this engaging, standards-aligned reading comprehension bundle designed for upper elementary and middle school learners! This comprehensive resource covers five major Chinese cities—Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, and Xi’an—through high-interest informational texts, critical thinking questions, and a variety of activities. Ideal for social studies, geography, world cultures, and ESL/EFL lessons, this bundle is a perfect addition to your classroom curriculum or distance learning toolkit.
Each city unit includes:
Key Skills Targeted: ✅ Reading comprehension ✅ Cultural awareness ✅ Vocabulary development ✅ Inference and critical thinking ✅ World geography and global history
Whether you’re teaching about ancient civilizations, modern urban development, Chinese culture, or global trade, this resource provides an easy-to-use, no-prep way to bring China’s most iconic cities to life. Perfect for ESL students, homeschoolers, or classroom use.
Download includes: 5 city profiles (Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Xi’an) Printable and digital-friendly format (PDF) Answer keys included for all sections
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By Homeschool with Big Easy Homeschooling Mom
This word sleuth will provide your students/children with a fun journey through Greek Mythology with key vocabulary words. It can be done in class, centers, or as a fun homework assignment.
Word sleuth is in PPTX format along with the answer key.
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20th Century History Board Games #23 - Tuskegee Airmen
By History Buffer
Find out all about changes in post war America in the 1940s from the changing roles of women to the changing roles of African Americans,, including the Tuskegee Airmen and George Washington Carver's scientific discoveries.
16 game cards, 1 game board, worksheet, instructions, background
Diwali Crown Craft Templates for Cultural Studies & Festivals Around the World
By Mrs Wates Teaching Creations
Diwali Crown Craft Templates for Cultural Studies & Festivals Around the World Crafts. Celebrate the Festival of Lights in a fun and educational way with these Diwali Crown Craft Templates. Featuring 15 unique designs, these printable templates are perfect for incorporating Diwali classroom activities, festivals, and cultural studies. Ideal for Kindergarten, first grade, and elementary students, this craft encourages creativity while enhancing fine motor skills. Your students can color, cut, and assemble their very own Diwali crowns, making it an engaging project for Diwali celebrations or lessons about cultural traditions.
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Bring the magic of Diwali into your classroom and support cultural education with these exciting Diwali craft printables. Perfect for festivals, cultural studies, and hands-on activities that celebrate the beauty of Diwali.
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Industrial Revolution History - The Steam Engine comprehension worksheet
By Yugen Learning
Engage your students with this NO PREP activity great for emergency sub with lesson plan on the impact of the Steam Engine one of the most important drivers of the Industrial Revolution! Students read a short historical narrative that informs your students of how the steam engines changed society with concise comprehension questions to check their understanding.
This resource is perfect for history or social studies classes studying the Industrial Revolution. It can be used as an in-class activity, homework assignment, or even as a study guide for tests and exams. With no prep required, it's the perfect resource for busy teachers
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This resource is designed to enhance student comprehension and interest in this pivotal era in history. It's perfect for making the Industrial Revolution come alive in your classroom.
To check understanding and reinforce learning, each narrative is followed by eight comprehension questions. These questions are designed to prompt students to think critically about the material and engage with it on a deeper level. And don't worry about creating an answer key - we've got you covered! Each set of questions comes with eight detailed answers.
The research can form the basis for an extended answer on questions on the impact of the Industrial Revolution.
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State in America Word Search with Answer
By SheetHub
Elevate your geography lessons with this engaging State in America Word Search activity, perfect for educators looking to make learning about the United States fun and interactive. This printable worksheet offers an entertaining way for students to familiarize themselves with the names of all 50 states while reinforcing their spelling and vocabulary skills.
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International Human Rights Quotes Coloring Pages Sheets - December Activities
By My Crafty Resources
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.
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Ramadan Month Coloring Pages & Writing Prompts, Islamic Coloring Sheets Activity
By Lia
Ramadan Coloring Pages & Writing Prompts!
Welcome to our Ramadan Coloring Pages & Writing Prompts activity for kids! Ramadan is a cherished month for Muslims worldwide, marked by reflection, gratitude, and generosity. This activity pack combines the joy of coloring with the opportunity for creative writing, providing an enriching educational experience for children.
In addition to coloring, we've included three writing prompts pages, each accompanied by a sample answer. These prompts encourage children to reflect on their understanding of Ramadan, express their thoughts, and feelings.
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Today in History Daily Warm-Up - August
By José Guzmán
Today in History Daily Warm-Up Instructions:
Image Observation:
Display a historical image related to the day's date or a significant event in history.
Instruct students to carefully observe the details in the image without providing any background information.
Individual Inference:
Ask students to individually jot down their inferences about what they think might be happening in the image.
Encourage them to consider details such as clothing, setting, facial expressions, and any other relevant visual cues.
Partner Discussion:
Pair up students and have them share their individual inferences with their partners.
Prompt partners to discuss and compare their interpretations, encouraging them to consider different perspectives.
Collaborative Inference:
Bring the class back together and facilitate a collaborative discussion.
Select a few pairs to share their inferences with the entire class.
Encourage students to consider diverse interpretations and discuss any common themes or differences in their observations.
Historical Context:
After the collaborative discussion, provide some historical context or information about the image.
Discuss how the actual events align or differ from the students' inferences.
Benefits for Students:
Critical Thinking Skills:
Analyzing historical images promotes critical thinking as students must observe details, make connections, and draw conclusions.
Inference and Interpretation:
Making inferences based on visual cues enhances students' ability to interpret information and think beyond the surface.
Collaborative Learning:
Partner and class discussions foster collaborative learning, allowing students to share and refine their ideas through dialogue.
Engagement with History:
Connecting historical events to visual stimuli makes history more tangible and relatable for students, increasing their interest and engagement.
Communication Skills:
Sharing inferences with partners and the class improves communication skills and helps students articulate their thoughts effectively.
Diverse Perspectives:
Encouraging students to consider different interpretations promotes an appreciation for diverse perspectives and helps them understand that history can be viewed from various angles.
Contextual Learning:
Providing historical context after the activity solidifies students' understanding, reinforcing the connection between visual stimuli and historical events.
By incorporating this activity into the daily warm-up routine, students can develop a deeper appreciation for history, enhance their analytical skills, and actively engage with the learning process.