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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Students will be given a grid map and key of a small town and asked several questions requiring them read and navigate throughout the map. There are also two additional activities to extend learning (through writing and creative design). Answer Key included.
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Transform “Lost on a Mountain in Maine” into an unforgettable survival adventure! This print-and-play escape room combines literature comprehension with real wilderness survival skills through 7 engaging challenges. Perfect for ages 8-14, homeschool families, classrooms, and co-ops. Includes plant…
Transform “Lost on a Mountain in Maine” into an unforgettable survival adventure! This print-and-play escape room combines literature comprehension with real wilderness survival skills through 7 engaging challenges. Perfect for ages 8-14, homeschool families, classrooms, and co-ops. Includes plant identification, navigation, first aid, weather safety, and more – all while following Donn Fendler's incredible journey. Complete facilitator guide with flexible difficulty levels and extension activities included. 45-60 minutes of hands-on learning that makes literature come alive!
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A Day in History – Investigation Station is a series of fun sleuthing research and writing activities based on a single event on a specific day in history! This resource focuses on the day that Martin Luther King, Jr. received the Nobel Peace Prize (October 14, 1964). It can be used anytime or in October or in January…
A Day in History – Investigation Station is a series of fun sleuthing research and writing activities based on a single event on a specific day in history! This resource focuses on the day that Martin Luther King, Jr. received the Nobel Peace Prize (October 14, 1964). It can be used anytime or in October or in January (around Martin Luther King, Jr. Day).
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Dive deep into the cultural and religious roots of “Fat Tuesday” with this academic unit designed specifically for secondary students. This “open-and-go” PDF features a sophisticated reading passage and 20 paragraph-style analysis questions that challenge high schoolers to think critically about…
Dive deep into the cultural and religious roots of “Fat Tuesday” with this academic unit designed specifically for secondary students. This “open-and-go” PDF features a sophisticated reading passage and 20 paragraph-style analysis questions that challenge high schoolers to think critically about global traditions, social symbolism, and historical evolution.
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A comprehensive high school-level reading unit covering the evolution of the King Cake from ancient Rome to Louisiana. Includes critical thinking questions, note-taking sheets, and a full answer key.
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Sail along with Cap'n Long John Silver and search for the buried treasure. Talk like a pirate and find out what your pirate name is. Then create a pirate crew and ship of your very own to launch out and search for the buried treasure. Students will love creating their own pirate tales to write about. With 12 easy…
Sail along with Cap'n Long John Silver and search for the buried treasure. Talk like a pirate and find out what your pirate name is. Then create a pirate crew and ship of your very own to launch out and search for the buried treasure. Students will love creating their own pirate tales to write about.
With 12 easy step by step lessons, this self-guided curriculum ends with a flashlight pirate party. Perfect for reluctant writers! Works great for teaching multiple grades at once. 3-6 grade
Students will:
- Learn how to create characters, setting, and plots
- Learn literary tools like onomatopoeia and interjections
- Learn how to use strong verbs, add adjectives, and dialogue
Fun Activities Include:
- Make a pirate hat
- Make a pirate hook
- Make a pirate poster
- Make your own pirate code
- Dress up like a pirate for the day
- Bake a pirate map pizza
- Make Teddy's walk the plank Jello cups
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Bring Harriet Tubman's extraordinary story to life in your classroom with this complete resource. Includes a carefully crafted reading passage, 20 thought-provoking questions with answer key, and 10 specialized note-taking sheets. Perfect for middle and high school history classes, Black History Month, and…
Bring Harriet Tubman's extraordinary story to life in your classroom with this complete resource. Includes a carefully crafted reading passage, 20 thought-provoking questions with answer key, and 10 specialized note-taking sheets. Perfect for middle and high school history classes, Black History Month, and Women's History units.
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Educational biography reading passage about Ozzy Osbourne (John Michael Osbourne) covering his journey from working-class Birmingham youth to heavy metal legend. Includes comprehensive text about his time with Black Sabbath, solo career, reality TV success, and cultural impact. Features 20 critical thinking comprehension…
Educational biography reading passage about Ozzy Osbourne (John Michael Osbourne) covering his journey from working-class Birmingham youth to heavy metal legend. Includes comprehensive text about his time with Black Sabbath, solo career, reality TV success, and cultural impact. Features 20 critical thinking comprehension questions with complete answer key. Perfect for homeschool and classroom music history or biography studies for middle and high school students.
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Have students wanting to learn about dinosaurs? Want to incorporate hands-on, project learning into your science lessons that will not only help student learning ‘stick’ but will allow students to walk away with beautiful projects? Get ready to roar with excitement because your problem is solved! PLEASE NOTE: This resource…
Have students wanting to learn about dinosaurs? Want to incorporate hands-on, project learning into your science lessons that will not only help student learning ‘stick’ but will allow students to walk away with beautiful projects? Get ready to roar with excitement because your problem is solved! PLEASE NOTE: This resource does not mention the age of the earth or periods of time.
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A 26-page primary source analysis unit exploring how the 1935 Matanuska Colony reflects the shifting role of American government, from Homestead-era individualism to New Deal federal intervention. Includes real, composite, and illustrative sources, each clearly labeled with full transparency notes and verified archive…
A 26-page primary source analysis unit exploring how the 1935 Matanuska Colony reflects the shifting role of American government, from Homestead-era individualism to New Deal federal intervention. Includes real, composite, and illustrative sources, each clearly labeled with full transparency notes and verified archive links. Built for grades 6–12.
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High school/homeschool reading comprehension resource featuring Falling in Reverse biography with 20 analytical questions and complete answer key for English language arts.
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In this free introductory lesson from Presidential Inaugurations: Their Origins, History, and Meaning, elementary students discover what a presidential inauguration is, why it exists, and why it plays a critical role in American democracy. Through clear, engaging reading—and an included audio version—students are…
In this free introductory lesson from Presidential Inaugurations: Their Origins, History, and Meaning, elementary students discover what a presidential inauguration is, why it exists, and why it plays a critical role in American democracy. Through clear, engaging reading—and an included audio version—students are introduced to the idea that leadership transitions are not just ceremonies, but safeguards that protect stability, order, and the peaceful transfer of power. This lesson builds foundational civic understanding and sets the stage for deeper historical exploration, making it an ideal low-pressure introduction to meaningful, real-world history.
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A nature-based, 32-week curriculum that guides you step-by-step in teaching first grade outdoors. Thoughtfully crafted to support learning without overwhelm, this 586-page resource includes everything you need to teach Language Arts, Science, Handwork (Making), and Art (Nature Journaling). The year is divided into eight…586
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Explore all seven continents with this comprehensive resource featuring a reading passage, comprehension Q & A, and five note-taking sheets—ideal for homeschool or classroom use.
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Unlock the full Bud, Not Buddy experience with this ultimate novel study guide, combining Parts 1 and 2 as well as an added implementation guide! Designed for educators in the classroom and at home, this comprehensive resource offers engaging activities, in-depth character transformation analysis, and thought-provoking…
Unlock the full Bud, Not Buddy experience with this ultimate novel study guide, combining Parts 1 and 2 as well as an added implementation guide!
Designed for educators in the classroom and at home, this comprehensive resource offers engaging activities, in-depth character transformation analysis, and thought-provoking questions to enrich literary exploration and critical thinking for children grades 3-12.
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Why This Study Stands Out: ✅ Themes of Resilience & Belonging – Explore loss, hope, and family identity during the Great Depression ✅ STEM & Humanities Integration – Lessons span light and shadows, walking-distance math, and historical analysis ✅ Hands-On Projects – From shadow puppet science to survival budgeting…
Why This Study Stands Out:
✅ Themes of Resilience & Belonging – Explore loss, hope, and family identity during the Great Depression
✅ STEM & Humanities Integration – Lessons span light and shadows, walking-distance math, and historical analysis
✅ Hands-On Projects – From shadow puppet science to survival budgeting
✅ Flexible for Multi-Age Learning – Ideal for grades 4–9, scalable for 3–12
✅ Discussion Over Drill – Prioritizes meaningful conversations over worksheets
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✏️A student-centered resource to help students learn and practice research skills, report writing, project and presentation skills. Students will use this project-based unit to learn about and report on Frederick Douglass. Frederick Douglass was an American social reformer, abolitionist, orator, writer, and statesman.…
✏️A student-centered resource to help students learn and practice research skills, report writing, project and presentation skills. Students will use this project-based unit to learn about and report on Frederick Douglass. Frederick Douglass was an American social reformer, abolitionist, orator, writer, and statesman. After escaping from slavery in Maryland, he became a national leader of the abolitionist movement in Massachusetts and New York, gaining note for his oratory and incisive antislavery writings.
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Embark on a thrilling transportation journey with “History of Trains Color and Write Activities”!
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