Social Studies Resources
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Bring history, geography, and culture to life with our collection of Social Studies resources. From unit studies and map activities to full curriculum packages and hands-on projects, these tools are designed to inspire curiosity and critical thinking. Themes like ncient civilizations, exploring world geography, or learning about government and civics, help your child connect with the past, understand the present, and dream about the future—all while fostering a lifelong love of learning.
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Make California history meaningful, engaging, and standards-aligned with this complete California History curriculum for 4th grade. Designed for homeschool families, classrooms, and charter school programs, this literature-rich course covers California history from 9,000 B.C. to 1950 A.D. using hands-on projects,…
Make California history meaningful, engaging, and standards-aligned with this complete California History curriculum for 4th grade. Designed for homeschool families, classrooms, and charter school programs, this literature-rich course covers California history from 9,000 B.C. to 1950 A.D. using hands-on projects, discussion questions, games, and creative activities.
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Go Around the World with Geography Bingo. This is a fun and engaging game that combines the classic excitement of bingo with fascinating facts about countries from all corners of the globe. This interactive geography game challenges students to identify countries based on clever clues, fostering critical thinking skills…
Go Around the World with Geography Bingo. This is a fun and engaging game that combines the classic excitement of bingo with fascinating facts about countries from all corners of the globe. This interactive geography game challenges students to identify countries based on clever clues, fostering critical thinking skills and geographical knowledge in a playful way.
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Immersive choose-your-own-adventure Revolution simulation (1765–1776). 25 decisions, loyalty/risk tracking, 15 outcomes. For secondary teachers & homeschoolers on independence & 250th anniversary. 25 Historical Decision Points: From Stamp Act to Declaration, with authentic dilemmas. 15 Plausible Endings:…
Immersive choose-your-own-adventure Revolution simulation (1765–1776). 25 decisions, loyalty/risk tracking, 15 outcomes. For secondary teachers & homeschoolers on independence & 250th anniversary.
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25 Historical Decision Points: From Stamp Act to Declaration, with authentic dilemmas.
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15 Plausible Endings: Heroes, exiles, survivors—reflecting colonial diversity.
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Accumulated Consequences: No dead ends; choices build loyalty (Patriot–Loyalist–Neutral) and risk.
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Multiple Perspectives: Balanced view of Patriots, Loyalists, and Neutrals.
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126 Pages: 80 student materials, 40+ teacher guide, assessments, and extensions.
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Grades 6–12 Flexible: Differentiation for middle/high school; adaptable for younger with support.
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Replayable & Engaging: Explore paths to grasp complexity; hooks reluctant learners.
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Standards-Aligned: C3 Framework, Common Core ELA for historical thinking and argumentation.
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250th Anniversary Ideal: Commemorate 2026 by living the path to independence.
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Classroom & Homeschool Ready: Inquiry-based for teachers; family-style for unit studies.
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Discover the history of sports drinks with this reading passage and activity set. Perfect for students, it blends history, science, and comprehension practice.
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Free K-12 mini-lesson teaching students to question who writes history. Differentiated graphic organizers help students analyze Revolutionary War events from multiple perspectives and identify whose voices are missing from historical narratives.
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Embark on a thrilling transportation journey with “History of Trains Color and Write Activities”!
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Fun, engaging games to use on MLK (Martin Luther King, Jr.) Day or any day of the year with early elementary students.
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This resource is filled with fun activities for students to use whenever they are studying the presidents or for Presidents Day! Activities include a word search, an acrostic poetry page, presidential trivia, a ‘Which President’ worksheet, two picture graphs (Washington and Lincoln) and report / notebooking…
This resource is filled with fun activities for students to use whenever they are studying the presidents or for Presidents Day! Activities include a word search, an acrostic poetry page, presidential trivia, a ‘Which President’ worksheet, two picture graphs (Washington and Lincoln) and report / notebooking pages. Answer Keys are provided.
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Comprehensive 2-week detailed lesson plan, with a detailed two-week scope and sequence, and PowerPoint presentation NO-PREP Teaching Resources on Understanding the U.S. Presidential Election. Ideal for upper middle to high school students.
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Discover the rich history and cultural significance of chocolate with this engaging reading passage, comprehensive Q&A, and customizable note-taking sheets. Perfect for upper middle to high school students!
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Transform your history or ELA block with this deep-dive investigation into the evolution of Father’s Day. Designed by a homeschool mom for high schoolers, this resource explores the 60-year journey from Sonora Smart Dodd’s 1909 inspiration to the 1972 national proclamation. It features a sophisticated reading passage, 20…
Transform your history or ELA block with this deep-dive investigation into the evolution of Father’s Day. Designed by a homeschool mom for high schoolers, this resource explores the 60-year journey from Sonora Smart Dodd’s 1909 inspiration to the 1972 national proclamation. It features a sophisticated reading passage, 20 high-order thinking questions requiring paragraph-style answers, and a variety of note-taking templates to strengthen student analysis and writing stamina.
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Discover The History of Rock & Roll with this engaging resource! Includes a reading passage, Q&A, and note-taking sheets for music or history classes.
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Ditch the elementary crafts and challenge your high schooler with this deep dive into Irish history, mythology, and cultural influence. This no-prep resource features 20 critical thinking writing prompts, dedicated note-taking sheets, and a detailed answer key, making it a perfect thematic addition to your March ELA or…
Ditch the elementary crafts and challenge your high schooler with this deep dive into Irish history, mythology, and cultural influence. This no-prep resource features 20 critical thinking writing prompts, dedicated note-taking sheets, and a detailed answer key, making it a perfect thematic addition to your March ELA or History curriculum.
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How did a series of tax laws become a revolution? This multi-format scavenger hunt, digital webquest, and self-paced packet traces 15 pivotal events from 1765 to 1776 using real primary source documents. Students collect a clue word at every station and assemble a famous Revolutionary-era quote at the end. Part of the Five…
How did a series of tax laws become a revolution? This multi-format scavenger hunt, digital webquest, and self-paced packet traces 15 pivotal events from 1765 to 1776 using real primary source documents. Students collect a clue word at every station and assemble a famous Revolutionary-era quote at the end. Part of the Five Pillars of the Declaration of Independence framework. Grades 3-12.
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🌍 Geography is about more than just dots on a map, it’s about the flow of life across the globe! While there are 5 major themes of geography (Location, Place, Human/Environment Interaction, Movement, and Regions), this unit provides a comprehensive exploration of Movement. ✈️📦📱
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Discover the stories behind tea, coffee, and sports drinks in this captivating bundle. Dive into their origins, cultural significance, and scientific breakthroughs with ready-to-use materials for history, science, and cultural studies
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DNA metaphor traces Enlightenment ideas to Declaration. Stations, mutations, project. Grades 3-12. 132 pages. Cross-curricular, 250th anniversary ready. DNA Metaphor System: Makes philosophy visual and accessible. Bridge & Stations: Trace idea transmission and key thinkers. Mutation Lab & Deletion: Analyze…
DNA metaphor traces Enlightenment ideas to Declaration. Stations, mutations, project. Grades 3-12. 132 pages. Cross-curricular, 250th anniversary ready.
- DNA Metaphor System: Makes philosophy visual and accessible.
- Bridge & Stations: Trace idea transmission and key thinkers.
- Mutation Lab & Deletion: Analyze adaptations and omissions.
- Children’s Book Project: Creative synthesis of one idea’s journey.
- 132+ Pages: 70 student dossier, 60+ teacher guide.
- Three-Tier Differentiation: Grades 3-5, 6-8, 9-12.
- Cross-Curricular Links: Science, ELA, Art, Math integration.
- Engaging & Memorable: Forensic theme hooks all learners.
- Standards-Aligned: C3, Common Core, historical/scientific thinking.
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Explore the rich history of eggnog with this engaging The History of Eggnog Reading Passage, Q & A, and Note-Taking Sheets! Ideal for upper middle to high school students, it features a reading passage, 20 questions, and an answer key to bring learning to life this holiday season.
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Looking for fun project ideas surrounding MLK (Martin Luther King, Jr.)? Here are templates for students to create their own mini-books about him. They’ll have two different mini-books to create, you can choose or you can allow them to choose. Use in January around the holiday or any time you want students to be…
Looking for fun project ideas surrounding MLK (Martin Luther King, Jr.)? Here are templates for students to create their own mini-books about him. They’ll have two different mini-books to create, you can choose or you can allow them to choose. Use in January around the holiday or any time you want students to be creative and to do a dive into this famous American.
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The study guide for the award-winning book, The Dog Snatcher by Phyllis Wheeler, focuses on themes of Christian living as well as storytelling skills, learning vocabulary, and recognizing imagery. It can be used independently by kids aged 8-11. The high-action book, with some illustrations, has short sentences and large…
The study guide for the award-winning book, The Dog Snatcher by Phyllis Wheeler, focuses on themes of Christian living as well as storytelling skills, learning vocabulary, and recognizing imagery. It can be used independently by kids aged 8-11. The high-action book, with some illustrations, has short sentences and large type, suited for reluctant readers. The book is available to order wherever books are sold. Request at your library! There is an audiobook as well. Details at PhyllisWheeler.com/book-table
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The Russo-Ukrainian War: A Christian Call for Justice and Peace Reading Passage