Social Studies Resources
Looking for Social Studies resources?
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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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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Explore the rich history of coffee with an engaging reading passage, critical-thinking questions, and structured note-taking sheets designed for students.
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24-page companion guide for The Notorious Benedict Arnold by Steve Sheinkin. Includes differentiated analysis & comprehension worksheets (Grades 6-12), answer key, rubrics, and 2 project options. Perfect for homeschool, classroom, or book clubs exploring Revolutionary War history and moral complexity.
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This MLK (Martin Luther King, Jr.) themed resource is a fun concentration / memory / matching card game. Students will love playing!4
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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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Discover the history of criminal profiling, from the Jack the Ripper case to the modern FBI Behavioral Science Unit. This high school reading passage covers the “organized vs. disorganized” model and the groundbreaking work of agents Douglas and Ressler.
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Studying the state of Utah and state symbols? What is the state bird of Utah? This project-based unit is designed to help students study and record information about Utah’s state bird: California Gull.
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Ditch the “fluffy” holiday activities and challenge your high schoolers with a deep dive into the history of St. Patrick. Designed by a homeschool mom of a 9th grader, this no-prep resource covers everything from the 1840s famine to the evolution of Irish-American traditions, perfect for building critical…
Ditch the “fluffy” holiday activities and challenge your high schoolers with a deep dive into the history of St. Patrick. Designed by a homeschool mom of a 9th grader, this no-prep resource covers everything from the 1840s famine to the evolution of Irish-American traditions, perfect for building critical thinking and writing skills.
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This comprehensive High School ELA, Math, Science, and History Weekly Syllabi Doodle Notes Bundle that combines organization with visual learning strategies. These templates improve focus, memory, and engagement while reducing stress.
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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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Boys will love this curriculum created for writing about battles! It contains 12 easy self-guided lessons covering the basics of creative writing: character, setting, dialogue, and plot development. Each lesson has a handout to practice the new concept, writing story time, and either a battle craft or activity. Activities…
Boys will love this curriculum created for writing about battles! It contains 12 easy self-guided lessons covering the basics of creative writing: character, setting, dialogue, and plot development. Each lesson has a handout to practice the new concept, writing story time, and either a battle craft or activity. Activities include:
- Putting together an easy backyard obstacle course
- Learning military lingo, artillery names, and ranks
- Making a clay diorama of the battlefield
- Hosting a Nerf gun war
- Drawing maps and
- Illustrating the story
Literary tools to enhance writing are incorporated: onomatopoeia, show don’t tell, similes, and comic relief.
This course can be used in one 60 minute lesson or two 30 minute lessons per week.
Ages 8-12
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Students take on the role of a colonial aide with one mission: document six acts of tyranny and deliver the evidence to Congress before dawn. This no-prep, print-and-play paper escape room challenges grades 3-12 to work through six grievance-focused challenges and crack the final code. Part of the Five Pillars of the…
Students take on the role of a colonial aide with one mission: document six acts of tyranny and deliver the evidence to Congress before dawn. This no-prep, print-and-play paper escape room challenges grades 3-12 to work through six grievance-focused challenges and crack the final code. Part of the Five Pillars of the Declaration of Independence framework.
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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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Explore the White Mountains of New Hampshire through this immersive 5–7 day (can be easily expanded) mini unit packed with STEM labs, virtual hikes, and hands-on projects. Perfect for homeschoolers, classrooms, or families, this flexible guide covers state history, geography, weather, and engineering—plus optional…
Explore the White Mountains of New Hampshire through this immersive 5–7 day (can be easily expanded) mini unit packed with STEM labs, virtual hikes, and hands-on projects.
Perfect for homeschoolers, classrooms, or families, this flexible guide covers state history, geography, weather, and engineering—plus optional real-world experiences and 2–3 weeks of extensions. Designed for ages 8–14+, adaptable for all!
This is a digital file, if you would like a print version grab a paperback here.
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Ready to study Ancient Greece? This unit emphasizes the history and contributions of the ancient Greeks and how the Greeks have influenced modern culture. (See description for more details.)
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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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Engage students in The Witch of Blackbird Pond with this 76-page comprehensive novel study for grades 3-12. Perfect to add to a colonial history unit, to add to research with the Salem Witch Trials, and more. Featuring flexible timelines, hands-on activities like the Colonial Skills Workshop and Pine Torch Science…
Engage students in The Witch of Blackbird Pond with this 76-page comprehensive novel study for grades 3-12. Perfect to add to a colonial history unit, to add to research with the Salem Witch Trials, and more.
Featuring flexible timelines, hands-on activities like the Colonial Skills Workshop and Pine Torch Science Experiment, and themes of cultural adaptation and tolerance, this resource blends literature, history, and social-emotional learning. Perfect for classrooms or homeschooling, it includes core and enrichment activities, teacher guides, and student sheets!
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In this curriculum, you'll be guided step-by-step through four engaging lessons all about owls. This 79-page, nature-based resource includes everything you need to teach a Language Arts and Science unit about owls…while outdoors.
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Introduce young learners to foundational economic concepts with this engaging, hands-on Lemonade Stand Economics activity! Designed for 1st–3rd grade, this interactive lesson uses a familiar and kid-friendly scenario—running a lemonade stand—to help students understand supply, demand, pricing, competition, costs, and…
Introduce young learners to foundational economic concepts with this engaging, hands-on Lemonade Stand Economics activity! Designed for 1st–3rd grade, this interactive lesson uses a familiar and kid-friendly scenario—running a lemonade stand—to help students understand supply, demand, pricing, competition, costs, and profit in a developmentally appropriate way.
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Fun crossword puzzle that students can complete about the history of New Year celebrations using their own research or a suggested (linked) article: History of New Year Celebrations
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