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Social Studies Activities
Enrich your social studies curriculum with activities that make history, geography, and culture engaging and accessible. This collection includes simulations, map activities, and primary source analyses. By integrating these social studies activities into your lessons, you can help students connect with the material and develop a deeper understanding of the world.
US Map Practice Activities
Social Studies, Geography, Grade 4, 5, 6, Activities
US Map Practice Activities Crafted by professional educators, the US Map Practice Activities is a carefully designed digital teaching tool. This set of printable activities serves to deliver an interactive learning experience focusing on USA geography. The principal objective of this resource lies in its attempt to provide an in-depth understanding of the United States map for students in grades 4 through 6. It reflects current teaching strategies and complies with curriculum guidelines for each grade level, thus providing a worthwhile addition to any Social Studies syllabus. A prominent feature of this resource is its reusability - pages can be printed time and again, granting students unlimited chances to immerse themselves until mastery has been fully achieved. Single attempts are not the endpoint; rather our resources promote continuous learning rooted in building strong foundations. This package explores varying components of American geography: • States and their specific regions, • Capital cities, • Notable landmarks, • State-wise populations, • Time zones characteristic to each state, \ \ , ,some maps that include political influence,, physical alterations along with rivers,',\\', lakes\\', landscape-formss. \(ol) \(l) Having 22 printable pages filled with engaging tasks designed specifically for US map practice, \(ilit) May be incorporated into standard educational routines, significantly enriching both classroom-wide or smaller group studies, \(lit\) Can serve as a valuable tool for independent study or homework, \(ol) In conclusion, the US Map Practice Activities resource provides a balance between rigorous tasks and student engagement - each activity is meticulously incorporated into comprehensive exercises that aim to inspire a lifelong interest in one’s own country while fostering geography literacy skills reinforced by confident repetition.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Geography, United States Map, Printable Activities, Social Studies Curriculum, Educational Resource, Map Skills Practice
Nikola Tesla Biography Set | Integrated Study | Sub Plan
Social Studies, ELA, Biographies, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Projects
Presenting this Nikola Tesla Biography Set that is designed for 3rd to 5th grade primary level learners, ESL/EFL students, and, homeschoolers to provide better and more purposeful activities. This resource is made to be useful for classes in English Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies. Through in-depth examination of Nikola Tesla’s life, contributions, achievements, legacy, and some fun-facts, the activities are geared to be engaging, inspiring, and fun for the learners to delve into. The breakdown of the activities are listed as follows: What’s Included: •Nikola Tesla Reading Passage (The Wizard of Electricity) •3 The The Wizard of Electricity Reading Comprehension Exercises •The Wizard of Electricity Research Activities •Nikola Tesla Pop-Up Board Project This resource set is a helpful supplemental tool on any curriculum or class topics related to Nikola Tesla. The reading text presents the information that the students need to learn, and, with the reading comprehension and research activities, they can check their own learning and understanding of the lesson. The pop-up project is a perfect assessment tools to support their knowledge and skills acquisitions. Also, it promotes a hands-on and creative approach to the lesson that the students will definitely get positive response from. This collection is also a great subplan and emergency tool that can easily be a reliable pack in your classroom toolkit!
Author It's Teacher L
Tags Nikola Tesla, Tesla Biography, Reading Comprehension, Tesla Project
Project Geos: A Brave New World Gr. 4-7
Social Studies, Geography, Grade 4, 5, Projects, Activities
Project Geos: A Brave New World Gr. 4-7 An innovative teaching resource, Project Geos: A Brave New World Gr. 4-7 is designed to ignite students' creativity while enhancing their understanding of Social Studies and Geography. This highly engaging unit plan is perfect for Grades 4 to5 students in both typical classrooms and homeschooling setups. This unique unit takes learning beyond explorations of conventional countries like Mexico or Argentina. Instead, it ventures into an exciting project where learners build their own nations on a new planet named "Geos". The activities are crafted to promote collaborative learning and develop creative thinking skills. The process begins with naming the country and choosing a capital city. Pupils proceed to create maps which illustrate the geographical layout of their self-designed countries. Beyond Land Mapping: Project Geos incorporates various projects extending learning beyond mere land mapping - pupils engage in creating national sports or designing coats of arms representing the culture and values embedded in each made-up country. This lesson plan aims at offering an immersive learning environment that offers more than just stimulating activities – it makes Social Studies interactive while fostering cooperation among peers. A Blend Of Creativeness And Educational Value: All tasks originate from pedagogical principles ensuring high educational value alongside creativity with clear instructions detailed for each task available in PDF format, making them suitable even for novice educators. A special evaluation section has been included providing: Guidelines for assessing student performance Examples that can serve as inspiration or benchmark references This whole package ensures a holistic teaching approach that caters not only for content delivery but also execution evaluation. Whether instructing in small study clusters, whole-group dynamics, or even extending tasks as homework assignments, Project Geos: A Brave New World Gr. 4-7 offers versatility addressing different learning preferences while promoting active engagement and comprehensive subject competency build-up.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
Engaging Business Case Study: Demanding Leadership and High Turnover
Social Studies, Life Studies, Economics, Finance, Business, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects
What matters more- performance or culture? In the dynamic world of real estate sales, Welcome Home Realty has seen significant changes in recent years.James Richardson, an accomplished leader, joined the company as CEO three years ago, breathing new life into a once-stagnant organization. However, his relentless pursuit of excellence, while driving remarkable growth, has brought forth critical issues, particularly high employee turnover, and strained relations. James has been the subject of at least two HR incidents, each of which are detailed in this case study. These incidents both resulted in employees choosing to leave the company. So-- is James' track record of success worth the damage done to the company culture? This question and more like it are broached in this engaging and interactive case study that allows students to explore the relationship between performance, profit, and company culture and what happens when they are at odds with each other. Included in this case study is: Relevant business finances, from before and during Richardson's tenure Detailed accounts of employee behavior from the HR department A thorough case narrative laying out the situation An instructor's guide with notes about how to implement the case A class slideshow to pace the project together Reflection questions to lock in learning and major ideas! This case study is the perfect product for getting your students out of the textbook and into real world scenarios. Give it a try!
Author Ed Dynamic
Tags Culture, Business, Business Leadership, Business Case Study, Case Study, Firing, Business Activity, Business Game, Simulation
Learning About Cultures: Literature, Celebrations, Games and Art Activities
Social Studies, Geography, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Games, Activities
Learning About Cultures: Literature, Celebrations, Games and Art Activities This comprehensive and engaging teaching resource immerses students in multi-cultural studies designed for grade 3 to grade 6 pupils. It brings the exploration of various world cultures such as African, Chinese, Jewish, and Native American to life through literature findings, festive highlights and art projects. The resource comes as a single easy-to-navigate PDF file containing 146 pages of ready-to-print lessons. Teachers can utilize these insightful materials for either whole-group instruction or divide the class into smaller learning groups. Craft-based games & Visual Aids To augment student’s understanding further this exciting resource provides craft-based games involving reproducible illustrations of children belonging to aforementioned cultures portrayed in authentic attire. Facilitators can implement these visual aids during group discussions or assign them as creative homework tasks where students can color while reinforcing their knowledge about world traditions. Educational Benefit & Flexibility The chapters are structured efficiently allowing teachers flexibility to tailor lessons according to specific classroom needs. In addition to core content relating largely geography under social studies; language arts standards such as comprehension skills are integrated via recommended reading assignments too. Multicultural Exposure & Enrichment Pupils are expected not only academically but morally enriched by wrapping up units using innovative formats like book analysis or multicultural festivals demonstration etc., This promotes empathy among diverse communities at grassroots level itself due their embodiment role-playing across ethnic lines. In conclusion, 'Learning About Cultures: Literature Celebrations Games & Art Activities' , provides an efficient yet effective platform for educators. It ignites curiosity among young learners towards humanity's cultural mosaic in a coherent progressive manner resulting in academic enlightenment along with holistic character building through understanding acceptance of global diversities.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Cultures, Social Studies, Geography, Celebrations, Art Activities
All About Rio | World Festivals Animated Video
Social Studies, History, History: World, Not Grade Specific, Read Alouds, Activities
Discover the magic of global festivities with "All About Rio World Festivals," an engaging and educational 8-minute animated video lesson that will captivate your students' imaginations! Focusing on the famous Rio Carnival, this expertly crafted video invites learners to dive into Brazil's vibrant culture while exploring the history and traditions of this spectacular event. Our high-quality MP4 file promises an informative adventure filled with accurate depictions of the sights and sounds unique to this world-renowned festival. Thoughtfully designed animations keep students entertained as they absorb valuable insights about international customs, strengthening their understanding of diverse cultures. As fellow educators, we know that keeping students intrigued is key for effective learning. That's precisely why "All About Rio World Festivals" seamlessly merges stunning visuals and captivating narratives to present a lively portrayal of different cultural celebrations around the globe. Whether you're introducing or reviewing topics in social studies or language classes, our versatile digital resource fosters inclusivity while broadening your students' perspectives on global communities. So don't delay – take your classroom on a virtual journey to Brazil's heart by downloading our one-of-a-kind animated video at TeachSimple.com today!
Author Educational Voice
Tags Rio, Carnival, World Festivals, Parades, Lent
Black History Month Influential People Fun Facts Scavenger hunt
Social Studies, History, History: African, Grade 4, 5, 6, Activities
Learn about important people during the Civil Rights movement and beyond through this Black History Month Presentation. Scroll through the presentation using Google Slides. Students will use their scavenger hunt paper to determine which person the clues are talking about. It is a great way to learn about fun facts and introduce students to important historical figures. You can also share the Google Slides with your class on Google Classroom and let them read the facts and see the pictures of the 22 influential people included. It can be self paced and they can go on a hunt for clues to fill in their scavenger hunt paper. Every historical (and present day) person has a clue on the "who am I?" page. Students will fill in the name of the correct person associated with each fact. This No Prep resource is: GREAT for sub plans Completely Editable Awesome introduction into Black History Month Can be used along with other Social Studies lessons fantastic addition to Civil Rights Unit Facts are easily read by students from grade 4 -6. This can be done as a whole class activity, independently, or in groups or partners. Twenty-two (22) slides are included with facts and pictures.
Author Big Apple Teaching
Tags Civil Rights Movement, Black History Month, Historical Figures, Influential People, Scavenger Hunt, Trivia, Biography, Research, Martin Luther King Jr, Rosa Parks
Galimoto by Karen Williams Interactive Read-Aloud Activities
ELA, Social Studies, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 2, 3, 4, Read Alouds, Activities
This picture book companion is a complete supplemental resource for the book Galimoto! by Karen Lynn Williams. With 35 print-and-go reading activities to choose from, this resource is ideal for customizing learning to your student's specific needs and academic abilities . Students will identify story elements, determine the theme, analyze characters, compare & contrast, make predictions, inferences, & connections, answer questions that require them to think within and beyond the text, and so much more! Students will love the engaging and fun activities, and you will appreciate the time saved hunting for high-level resources to teach reading concepts that students frequently struggle with. The activities provided are designed to enable students to apply higher-level thinking skills, encourage them to provide text evidence to support their thinking, and challenge them to express their own thoughts and/or perspectives. ⭐️ This Resource Includes: ⭐️ Making Predictions: Before reading the book, students will make predictions about the text. Story Elements: Students fill in the boxes with words & pictures to represent the story elements. Sequencing: Students will retell & illustrate the important parts of the story. Recalling events in Chronological Order: Students describe and illustrate four major events in the story in chronological order. Retell the story: Students retell the beginning, middle, and end of the story with text and illustrations. Summary: Students complete the Somebody, Wanted, Because, But, So graphic organizer and write a summary of the story. Story Event Sort: Students describe a scene or event from the story that fits into each of the categories & explain how the event made them feel & how it relates to the category. Making Connections: Students make connections to an event from the story. Cause & Effect: Students fill in the causes and effects (ANSWER KEY included). Making Inferences: Students use clues & schema to make inferences while reading the story. Character Traits: Students choose four words from the list that describe Kondi's character and give examples from the story to explain how he shows each trait. Character Inside & Out: Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. Character Feelings: Students describe how the character's feelings change throughout the story & give examples of the events that cause them to feel the way they do. Character Development: Students select character traits that best describe the character at different times throughout the story and give examples from the book to support the traits they choose. Character Change: Students will explain how the character changed from the beginning to the end of the story and describe the events that caused the change to happen. Character’s Actions & Reactions: Students read the situations that the character experienced in the story and fill in the missing information with details from the story (ANSWER KEY included). Overcoming Obstacles: Students will pick two physical, emotional, or mental challenges that the character faced in the story, describe how he responded to those challenges, and choose a character trait that developed as a result of his experiences. Sketch a Scene From the Story: Students will draw a scene from the story and describe what happened there and why it was important to the plot. Setting the Scene: Students identify three different settings in the story and explain how they know the setting changed. Setting Influences the Plot: Students answer questions about the setting of the story to gain a better understanding of how a story's setting helps to build the narrative’s mood, plot, and character development. Compare & Contrast: Students will compare and contrast the setting of the story to where they live. Author's Message: Students describe four important events from the story and put them in chronological order. Then, answer the questions about the author's message. Theme: Students answer the questions to determine which theme best fits the story and provide text evidence to support their choice. 3-2-1: Students will describe three obstacles that Kondi had to overcome in order to collect enough wire to build his galimoto, describe two situations in which Kondi’s village supported his efforts to build a galimoto, and choose one word that best describes Kondi and explain why. Thinking About the Text: Students will answer the questions about the story & include examples from the text to support their answers. Thinking Beyond the Text: Students will answer the questions about the story & include examples from the text to support their answers. Letter to Kondi: Students write a letter to Kondi describing the things they would like to do and see while visiting his village. Dear Diary: Students will write a diary entry from Kondi’s point of view about something that happened in the story and include a picture to go along with their writing. Prep for a Podcast: Students pretend they're interviewing Kondi for a podcast and write out three questions they'd like to ask him, as well as his responses. They can then partner up with a classmate to act out the imaginary interview with Kondi. Crossword Puzzle: Students use the definitions and the word bank to fill in the crossword puzzle (ANSWER KEY included). Acrostic Poem: Students will create an acrostic poem to highlight the most important parts of the story. Galimoto Gone Viral: Students create a social media post from Kondi’s point of view showcasing his galimoto. The post should include a picture, caption, name and location, the number of likes, and a fun hashtag. Book Review: Students rate and review the book. Build a Galimoto: Students will design their own galimoto using pipe cleaners to represent their hopes, desires, or a special achievement. They will then answer reflection questions and include a picture of their finished galimoto. All About Malawi: Students conduct research to learn more about the country of Malawi. This resource is for extension read-aloud activities only. The book is not included.
Author Creatively Gifted
Tags Reading, Fountas And Pinnell, Second Grade, Elementary Ela, Reading Comprehension, Character Traits, Guided Reading, Interactive Read-aloud, Picture Book, Galimoto By Karen Williams
All About Chinese Spring Festival | World Festivals Animated Video
Social Studies, History, History: Asian, Not Grade Specific, Read Alouds, Activities
This animated video lesson is all about word festivals. Students will love this engaging and interactive video about the Chinese Spring Festival. This video serves as a great introduction or review video for your learners. This is an 11-minute video lesson.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Lunar Calendar, Spring Festival, China, Chinese History, Celebrations
Create an Original COAT OF ARM / FAMILY CREST
ELA, Social Studies, Literature, History, History: World, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, Activities
The objective of this (fun!) assignment is to engage students in expressing their personality through their creativity, critical thinking, and design skills . By creating a personalized family crest, students will deepen their understanding of symbolism and storytelling, while also fostering a sense of pride and connection to their roots. Encourage students to explore the meaning and symbolism behind various heraldic elements such as animals, plants, colors, and symbols. Provide resources such as books, websites, and videos to facilitate their exploration. Students brainstorm ideas for their family crest based on their research and the symbolism they've explored. They should consider elements that represent their personal values, aspirations, and cultural background . Students may create rough sketches of their crest designs, experimenting with different layouts and combinations of symbols. After receiving feedback from peers or the instructor, students refine their sketches, paying attention to composition, balance, and clarity of symbolism. OR Using design software or online tools, students digitize their final crest designs, incorporating colors, textures, and additional details to bring their vision to life.
Author Gerald's Gem
Tags Coat Of Arms, Family Crest, Cask Of Amontillado, First Day Of School, About Me
Northeast Region United States Geography Game, Maps & Capitals
Social Studies, Geography, Grade 5, Games, Activities
Bring geography to life with this interactive game! Students will delve into locating Northeastern states on a map of the United States and identifying their respective capitals. Packed with over 100 slides of map exercises and trivia, this self-assessment tool promises an engaging learning experience! No prior preparation required – this game is set to become the highlight of your geography curriculum. In fifth grade curriculum in New York, geography holds a significant place. Covering North America and Central America comprehensively, the United States is dissected into five distinct regions, with the Northeast being one of them. (And if you haven't seen the fantastic Flocabulary video on this topic, it's a must-watch!) This activity is tailor-made for you if: You aim to integrate ELA with Social Studies seamlessly. Maintaining high student engagement is a priority. Time constraints prevent you from creating resources from scratch. Quick substitute plans are needed. You seek a fitting culminating activity or assessment for your geography unit. Students can enjoy this game solo or with a partner, whether in class or as homework. Perfect for quick substitute lesson plans or as enrichment for fast finishers while you attend to other tasks. It's also ideal for centers. If you've ever found geography dull, this resource promises to transform your perspective! Inject vitality into your Social Studies curriculum – download now and witness the difference.
Author Big Apple Teaching
Tags Northeast, Capitals, United States Of America, Trivia, Geography, States, Interactive Game, Map, Location, Social Studies
Engaging Business Case Study: Expansion, Mergers, and Acquisitions
Life Studies, Social Studies, Finance, Business, Economics, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects
Sal’s Snips: A Case Study Exploring Mergers, Competition, and Expansion In front of Sal Saldano sits a huge decision-- whether or not to expand his business to the lucrative downtown of Genericburg. And if so, how? In this case study students will follow the story of an invented small business owner-- Sal Saldano-- as he hires students to consult him on his expansion efforts. Your students will be charged with pouring over the information provided, and then constructing a consultant's presentation for Sal on how he should proceed. In the meantime, students will learn about minimizing risks, best/worst/most-likely outcomes, expansion, and competition. In short, this activity is designed to get them out of the textbook and into real business scenarios! Included Materials : Instructor's Guide : A helpful guide for you, the teacher, as you look to make this project a successful one! Guiding PowerPoint : A detailed slides presentation to keep your students anchored to the content and the task at hand. The presentation is polished, and designed to introduce key ideas that the case study will also address. Student Case Packet : This packet includes an original narrative about Sal Saldano, detailed financial data for Sal’s Snips and its competitor, Cut-N-Go, and a clearly defined task. Students will work in consulting groups to analyze the information and develop a strategic recommendation for Sal. Activity Structure : Introduction : Use the guiding PowerPoint to introduce the case study and key business concepts. Case Scenario : Present the original narrative about Sal Saldano and his decision-making dilemma. Group Work : Divide students into consulting groups and provide them with the student case packet. Give them time to analyze the data, discuss options, and formulate their recommendations. Presentations : Each group will present their strategic recommendation, including financial projections, market analysis, and action steps. Class Discussion : Facilitate a discussion to compare different recommendations and explore the various aspects of the case. This case study not only engages students with a realistic business scenario but also develops their analytical and presentation skills, preparing them for real-world business challenges.
Author Ed Dynamic
Tags Business Case Study, Case Study, Business, Small Business, Merger, Expansion, Acquisition, Economics, Entrepreneurship , Business Owner
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Benjamin Franklin
Social Studies, ELA, History, History: USA, Writing, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Benjamin Franklin is sometimes referred to as the "First American," and learning about his contributions to the early history of the United States makes it easy to see why that is the case. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently research and write about the life of the renowned statesman, publisher, and inventor, with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from Ben Franklin fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: - A Benjamin Franklin essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric - An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) - A Benjamin Franklin biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their Ben Franklin notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Rubric, Notetaking, Outlining, Research
Mummies Know-It-Alls! Audio Book
Social Studies, History, History: World, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Read Alouds, Activities
As part of the unique, science Know-It-Alls! Series that features interesting science facts, this audiobook puts the spotlight on Mummies! Did you know the mummy of the Pharaoh Khufu was placed in what is called the Great Pyramid? It is the largest stone structure in the world, consisting of 2,300,000 stone blocks, each weighing several tons! That’s one big tombstone! Awesome narration and sound effects plus many interesting facts, makes this audiobook fun and exciting for young science enthusiasts age 4 and up! Titles in the Know-It-Alls! Series include: Butterflies, Crocodiles, Dinosaurs, Farm Animals, Safari Babies, Snakes, Sharks, Spiders, Whales, Wolves, Puppies, Wild Cats, Bugs, Birds of Prey, Fish, Frogs, Apes, Seals, Bats, Bears, Predators, Mummies, Volcanoes, Lizards, Kittens and Horses.Volcanoes, Lizards, Kittens and Horses.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Science, Mummies, Learning, Education, Ebook
101 Social Studies Activities for Curious Kids
Social Studies, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities
101 Social Studies Activities for Curious Kids: An Overview 101 Social Studies Activities for Curious Kids is a thoughtfully curated compilation of activities aimed at engaging young minds in grades 3 to 6. This teaching resource opens up pathways to social awareness, sparking the creative thinking process while also offering opportunities for children to express themselves freely. The Five Strands of Social Science This resource breaks down the formidable concept of social science into five manageable strands: Relationships, Rules and Responsibilities, Traditions and Celebrations, Days Gone By, My Community and The Global Village. The Curriculum Material The kit provides educators with a generous supply of 96 ready-to-print pages contained within a single PDF file format. Each page presents an activity that's specially designed for young learners who are just starting their journey into Social Studies subjects. Educational Settings Application "101 Social Studies Activities for Curious Kids" , carries potential applications in different educational settings such as: - Whole class tutorials where discussions can be deepened through shared learning experiences; - Small group processes which encourage both individual contribution and group collaboration; /ul> - One-on-one learning situations that allow personalized guidance. Additionally, this comprehensive collection serves not only as great school curriculum material but could also be used effectively by homeschoolers who seek engaging ways to introduce children to key social studies concepts at home. /ul> In Conclusion... Every activity works towards kindling curiosity while fostering critical problem-solving skills needed by youth today facing ever-evolving global communities.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Social Studies, Activities, Curious Kids, Relationships, Famous Americans, Social Studies Activities For Kindergarteners
John Locke Research Organizer & Essay Assignment
Social Studies, ELA, Biographies, History, History: World, History: Ancient, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
John Locke Research Organizer & Essay Assignment Dive into the ideals of the "father of liberalism" with this complete research project on English philosopher John Locke. Students independently explore Locke's life and work, gathering facts and sources on an informative research organizer. An essay outline worksheet then walks learners through drafting a five-paragraph essay on Locke, applying their research. Finally, students write, peer review, revise, and submit a graded short research essay on this central Enlightenment figure. Use the full project or just parts as a flexible research activity for grades 7-11. This easy-to-implement resource includes research and outlining worksheets, essay directions, writing tips, peer review checklist, and a Common Core-aligned rubric provided as a customizable Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Rubric, Research, Notetaking, Outlining
Sea Robbers and Buried Treasure: Ready-To-Use Activities for Substitute Teachers
Social Studies, History, History: World, Grade 1, 2, Activities
Sea Robbers and Buried Treasure: Ready-To-Use Activities for Substitute Teachers An excellent teaching resource ideal for public school teachers and homeschooling parents . Specifically designed for learners in Grade 1 and Grade 2. The Comprehensive Learning Experience Engage students instantly with a detailed article about pirates followed by thought-provoking worksheets. The intention is not just to impart academic knowledge but stimulate intellectual curiosity amongst young minds. Cross-Curricular Approach This resource beautifully combines Social Studies focusing on World History. Our ready-to-use activities guide children through an enticing narrative about historical sea robbers while developing skills integral to the subjects mentioned. Detailed Article: The life of Pirates, their ships, and treasures. Cross-curricular worksheets: To practice skills in social studies & world history. Bonus Teaching Ideas: Filled with vibrant discussion topics. Versatility: Suitable for group sessions or standalone units; can also be assigned as homework tasks. Ease of Use & Access For Educators! An easy-to-download PDF file ensures zero hassle during procurement ensuring immediate access post-purchase – anytime anywhere! An effective way to ensure your pupils aren't away from fun learning! A voyage through history awaits all eager minds! No prerequisites needed- No "eyepatch" or "peg leg" required!
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
Where in the World am I?
Social Studies, Geography, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities
Where in the World am I?: Introducing an Incredible Education Tool Where in the World am I? is an exceptional resource designed to simplify geography for learners from early learning grade up to grade two. This tool makes geographic location concepts understandable, memorable, and communicable! All About Interactive Learning! The product utilizes flip book technology to enable children to interactively identify their geographical location—ranging from their immediate environment up to their planetary position. The flip books can be assembled by stapling or gluing beneath illustrative heads with arms attached at the back—each learner having a personalized representation. User-Friendly & Multipurpose: This tool is not only easy-to-use but can seamlessly blend into diverse classroom activities. You can engage your entire class as a group activity or use during small-group sessions for personalized teaching efforts. An Exciting Group Activity: Get all students involved, promoting healthy discussion and interaction. A Focused Session: Utilize it as personalized learning aid during smaller group classes. Involving Homework Assignment: Make it a fun-filled homework assignment that encourages parental participation too! Promoting Multidimensional Development: This resource aids development across multiple dimensions including fine motor skills (Cutting & Coloring), visual-spatial abilities(Arranging Info Visually), along with core geography basics. It also invokes creativity thanks to features like face templates that students can color and personalize! Fully Flexible * : The tool remains flexible whether you prefer full colored versions or want your students to enjoy additional creative participation by coloring black & white versions. Locations Made Fun and Easy! In essence, Where in The World am I? eliminates confusion among youngsters about geographic specifics while making lessons more interactive. It doesn't just foster a better grasp of geography—it also encourages autonomous and experiential learning, significantly enhancing the students' understanding of their 'place in the world.'
Author Homegrown Hearts and Minds
Tags Geography Education, Flip Book Technology, Interactive Learning, Personalization, Fine Motor Skills
Desert Island Simulation Activity
Social Studies, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects
Sociology in Practice: Island Simulation Teacher Guide Thank you so much for having purchased my simulation activity and materials. In my experience, simulations have been the best way to make content come to life in the classroom to create enduring learning. This specific simulation was designed to start my sociology course off. I reference it throughout the semester when discussing big ideas like power dynamics, social desirability, and social institutions. I think this simulation also works well at the end of the course. It can also be easily adapted by changing the questions up a little to work in a government class, a psychology class, or a leadership class. Ultimately, I’ve found simulations like this work best as a template of sorts– it is creativity in the classroom that really brings them to life! Have fun! Chronological Directions 1.As a first step, if possible, I like to arrange the room in a way that creates separation between the 4 groups (or however many groups you choose to have). The ideal group size I’ve found to be between 5 and 7. This allows for diversity of opinion and a talkative environment, but doesn’t result in as many students not participating. As always, balancing student personalities is often a good strategy if you know your students well already. 2. Day 1. First, take some time to overview the simulation. I recommend displaying slides 2-7 on opening day and take your time answering questions. Most questions can be answered on your own discretion. For example, “is there hope of rescue?” you can answer in any fashion. Or not answer! A common question you will likely be asked is “how did we get a map for an island we didn’t know existed”? To which I usually respond, “magic!”. 3.Next, give students (or assign on Google Classroom, if applicable) the Day 1 Worksheet. The worksheet will walk students through the tasks of the first day, which include naming their village, creating 10 rules for their new society, deciding how power will be wielded in the community (Pure democracy? Dictatorship? Oiligarchy?), and how they will explore the land. That, paired with discussion, should wrap up day 1 depending on the length of your periods. 4.In between Day 1 and 2 you will want to gather announcements. I like to get creative and respond to what students discussed yesterday. For example, what happened to the scouts they sent out? Did they simply disappear? How did the people respond to the newest 10 rules? Was there a mutiny? Were the scouts met by hostile locals? Did the scouts discover additional food or clean drinking water? Were they able to meet up with another group? If so, are there talks to combine the two villages? If so, who will retain power? The possibilities are quite literally limitless. 5. Day 2. Make sure to hand out the Day 2 Worksheet . Start by making the announcements you decided on based off of day 1. Additionally, announce that a few people are seriously hurt from the crash and some seem to have fallen ill. The medical area is over-run, and the leader(s) need to establish who gets priority for medical attention. Students can then decide what will happen to rule breakers, what the plan is for food and shelter, and if there is time, they can draw or create a layout of their simple village. 6.Again, in between Day 2 and 3 you will think of and possibly write down announcements. All the prior possibilities are in play and more! The mingling between groups tends to create the most fun classroom environments, I think. 7. Day 3 . Make sure to hand out the Day 3 Worksheet . Presumably the simulation could go on longer, but this is the last day with provided materials. Make your written announcements, and also announce that a small child who speaks no English has entered their villages and pointed out “Hobbes Cave” on their maps. I named the cave after Thomas Hobbes, so I think it is fair game for bad things to happen to scouts sent to explore there. Totally up to you, however. Continue to press students on things like the structure of their society, power dynamics, and their interactions with other groups or lack thereof. 8. Day 4 . I like to spend one day at the end as a reflection day. I start by announcing how the game ended and explaining how the game relates to content we will learn this year (or have already learned). I also assign the Day 4 Worksheet to collect reflections. 9.Make any adjustments or additions as needed, and feel free to provide me feedback on the project! I really enjoyed making it and hope you enjoy it too. With further questions, reach out to me at tristanjbernhard@gmail.com . Take A Look At More Of My Best Sellers: Language Development Slides & Guided Notes Crash Course Sociology Episode 15 Worksheet Gender Roles & Gender Socialization Slides & Guided Notes Enjoy More From My Store Here: Active Social Studies
Author Ed Dynamic
Tags Social Studies Project, Sociology Project, Desert Island, Simulation, Society, Small Group, Google Classroom, Community, Types Of Power
Engaging Business Case Study: Technological Disruption
Social Studies, Life Studies, Economics, Finance, Business, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects
A charming, small town book store begins to face its own mortality as it hires a consulting team (your students) to try to determine next steps. In this case study, your students become the consultants as they work to provide a path forward for the small business, who is considering a buy-out offer. Can "The Creased Page" turn their fortunes around, or are they better off selling and getting out? "The Creased Page," an independent bookstore in a charming suburban town. Owned by Rodney Wheeler, a passionate book enthusiast who faced a heart attack a couple of years ago and is gradually returning to work. The bookstore has been experiencing declining sales due to increased competition and changes in consumer behavior. Customers that once bought a book a week now page through digital books from home. When an international coffee chain offers to buy "The Creased Page" completely for $520,000, potentially transforming it into a coffee shop, what should Rodney do? This is the question at the heart of the "Creased Page" case. The case study includes: A full case study with relevant figures, story, and details Rationale for the decline of the business Profitability information and data A guide for you, the instructor A class presentation to follow along to A student work packet to track their group's work
Author Ed Dynamic
Tags Business, Case Study, Business Case Study, Technology, Leadership, Business Owner, Small Business, Technological Disruption
Engaging Unions and Negotiation Case Study
Social Studies, Economics, History, Law, Government, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities
Unions, strikes, negotiations, and the like can cause big ripples in communities across the country. This engaging case study places students at the heart of a contentious union negotiation-- with the threat of a garbage collectors strike right around the corner! The simulation takes place in the city of Cleantopia. The Waste Pros Union, representing the city's garbage collectors, are entering negotiations with the City Sanitation Department for a new contract. The current fleet of garbage trucks is aging, and many lack functioning air conditioning, leading to safety concerns and worker discomfort, as well. At the forefront of the negotiations is pay, though. Since their last contract, inflation has risen dramatically. As a result, workers feel very underpaid compared to their counterparts in other cities. In this activity, student groups (Union management, workers, and city sanitation department) will negotiate with each other and fight the clock for an agreeable contract. The groups will debate on the following fronts: Pay : Workers want a 15% raise; the city offers 3% Working Conditions : Workers demand modernized trucks with functioning air conditioning Overtime : Union wants time-and-a-half for overtime; city wants to maintain current flat rate Paternity Leave : Workers request 8 weeks of paid paternity leave; city currently offers 2 weeks What will they settle on? Will the union call for a strike? Will the city look to replace its workers? What will the public think? Questions like these and more will help learning come to life with this simulation. Included with this product is: A well designed class slide show that introduces the topic of unions, and walks students through the activity as well A teacher guide that allows you to quickly understand the simulation and the instructions that each group is getting. It also provides ideas for altering the activity to make it more dynamic for your learners An instruction sheet for the union management team An instruction sheet for the garbage collectors An instruction sheet for the City Sanitation Department
Author Ed Dynamic
Tags Activity, Simulation, Unions, Negotiation, Debate, Game, Management, Business, Economics
Sigmund Freud Research Organizer & Essay Assignment
Social Studies, ELA, Biographies, History, History: World, History: Ancient, Psychology, Sociology, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Sigmund Freud founded psychoanalysis and is probably the most widely studied psychiatrist all-time, and perhaps also the misunderstood. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently explore and write about the life of the controversial psychology figure with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from Sigmund Freud fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: - A Sigmund Freud essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric - An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) - A Sigmund Freud biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research - A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their Sigmund Freud notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper - All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Rubric, Research, Notetaking, Outlining
Early American Explorers: History Biography Webquest (PDF & Google Drive)
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities
Enjoy learning about the early American explorers and the Age of Exploration through these historical biography summaries. In a user-friendly template, students will summarize the life and biography of an individual. It’s no-prep for you, but quality content for your students. What's Included: A detailed page of teacher instructions. A pdf print version of 17 summary templates for 17 different early American explorers. Access to same product in Google Drive format for 1:1 schools or a trip to the lab. A gallery walk template for students to complete while reading their peer's finished summaries. Early American explorer templates that are included: Christopher Columbus, Ferdinand Magellan, Giovanni Verrazzano, Leif Erikson, Hernan Cortes, Jacques Cartier, John Cabot, Amerigo Vespucci, Francisco Coronado, Henry Hudson, Hernando De Soto, Francisco Pizarro, Sir Francis Drake, Sir Walter Raleigh, Samuel De Champlain, Juan Ponce De Leon, Vasco Nunez De Balboa, and a blank template for any additional explorer of choice that may not be in this list. Ideas For Use: There are numerous ways to incorporate these biography summaries into your curriculum. Individual - Assign the biography you are studying in class. Have each person research and complete individually for class homework. History Museum - With the biography bundles , such as the Founding Fathers Bundle, assign each student one of the 10 -15 included biographies. After completion, have each student post their completed biographies on the classroom wall like a museum for all to see. Then, print off the included “gallery-walk” reflection template. Students will complete the “gallery walk” template by reading the other completed, posted biographies. This option allows students to learn even more historical biographies. Presentations - Have students work individually or as partners then present the completed digital file as a presentation for all students to see and hear. Classmates can complete the gallery walk worksheet as a summary while they actively listen. Sub Plans - This resource is such an excellent activity for that day when you can’t be in the classroom. Your sub will appreciate this content-rich resource.
Author Mister Harms
Tags American Explorers, Christopher Columbus, Historical Biography , Age Of Exploration, Explorers, Famous Explorers Biographies
Scientists and Inventors Social Media Profile Project | Biography
ELA, Social Studies, Writing, Creative Writing, Science, Inventors, Biographies, Grade 4, 5, 6, Activities, Projects
Explore the lives and achievements of notable and remarkable genius minds from different generations with this Scientists and Inventors Social Media Profile Project. This resource is made for 4th, 5th and 6th primary grade level learners, EFL/ESL students, and homeschoolers that can be used for English Language Arts and Science and Technology subjects. The project is aimed to develop the students’ language skills, research proficiency, and creative skills through the imagined social media profile of their chosen scientists or inventors. Featuring 12 genius minds from different ages and fields, these activities are a sure win in capturing the attention and unleashing the creativity of the learners as they learn and explore the lives and achievements of these scientific geniuses. The activities included in this set are: 1. 12 Scientists and Inventors Worksheets (Albert Einstein, J. Robert Oppenheimer, Alexander Graham Bell, Galileo Galilei, Stephen Hawking, Steve Jobs, Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, Nicolaus Copernicus, Nikola Tesla, Thomas Edison, Leonardo da Vinci) 2. 1 colored Albert Einstein Sample Profile 3. 1 Profile Template 4. Lesson Plan 5. Student’s Instructions Page 6. List of Scientists and Inventors 7. Feedback Rubric This project is designed as supplemental activity or project for lessons relating to lives and achievements of notable and famous scientists and inventors from different generations and fields, and biography lessons or topics in the curriculum. This can also be used as assessment tool for the said lessons, teacher-friendly resource for emergencies and sub plans. With the fun and engaging nature of this project, it will definitely achieve your lesson objectives as well as collecting amazing outputs from your learners!
Author It's Teacher L
Tags Scientists Biographies, Inventors Biographies, Biography Project, ELA Activities, Biography Research