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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Teach sophisticated historical thinking through food historiography! This 106-page toolkit shows students grades K-12 how to analyze historical recipes as primary sources revealing economic pressure, daily realities, and the context behind historical decisions. Includes complete theoretical framework, two ready-to-teach…
Teach sophisticated historical thinking through food historiography! This 106-page toolkit shows students grades K-12 how to analyze historical recipes as primary sources revealing economic pressure, daily realities, and the context behind historical decisions.
Includes complete theoretical framework, two ready-to-teach lesson plans (Colonial & Great Depression), grade-level adaptations K-12, student worksheets, assessment rubrics, and flexible implementation for classrooms, homeschools, and co-ops. Uses the Four Lenses framework (Economic, Technological, Social/Cultural, Policy) to develop critical thinking, primary source analysis, and evidence-based argumentation.
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2 case files. 1 simplified role. Grades 3–12. Investigate the George Washington and Betsy Ross myths and discover why some of America's original tall tales started with the colonies and the founders.
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Introduce students to one of the most important achievements in U.S. history with this FREE Transcontinental Railroad Coloring Page! This simple, student-friendly activity helps learners visualize how the railroad connected the eastern and western United States and transformed travel, trade, and settlement in the 1800s.
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5-day Post-Impressionism art copy work guide with 4 difficulty levels, creative frame activities, and versatile learning applications. Perfect for ages 5+ education.
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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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Road to Revolution: 42-page unit teaches students about major events before and during the American revolution. Includes student text, assessments and teacher pages and keys.
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This Women's HIstory Month/International Women's Day Reading Passage, Q & A, and Note-Taking Sheets resource covers the history of Women's History Month and International Women's Day. Includes a reading passage, 20 comprehension questions with an answer key, and 10 note-taking sheets.
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Cross-curricular and engaging, this Amelia Earhart project-based unit will have students using a variety of Language Arts skills as they learn about history!
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Transition your student from basic facts to advanced historical analysis. This resource explores the legislative and cultural evolution of Presidents' Day, featuring a sophisticated reading passage and 20 critical thinking questions designed specifically for high schoolers.
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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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A differentiated Comprehension and Analysis Companion Guide for Johnny Tremain by Esther Forbes, covering the complete novel for grades 3–12. Includes six leveled worksheet sections (A–F), a full answer key with teacher notes, extensions, and projects by grade band, discussion questions, and cross-curricular connections.…
A differentiated Comprehension and Analysis Companion Guide for Johnny Tremain by Esther Forbes, covering the complete novel for grades 3–12. Includes six leveled worksheet sections (A–F), a full answer key with teacher notes, extensions, and projects by grade band, discussion questions, and cross-curricular connections. Assign one level or mix and match. Designed for homeschool, co-op, and classroom use.
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This full-year notebooking project will have students ‘thinking like a geographer! They’ll research 18 different countries and record important information that will have them investigate and record using a 5 Themes of Geography lens: location, place, human environment interaction, movement and regions. PREREQUISITE: Good…
This full-year notebooking project will have students ‘thinking like a geographer! They’ll research 18 different countries and record important information that will have them investigate and record using a 5 Themes of Geography lens: location, place, human environment interaction, movement and regions.
PREREQUISITE: Good working knowledge of the 5 Themes of Geography (or) complete 5 Themes of Geography BUNDLE
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This five-day unit study takes elementary students beyond the ceremony to explore the constitutional foundations, historical crises, and brave individuals who shaped how power transfers in America. From George Washington's improvised first inauguration to the “Secession Winter” that nearly tore the nation…
This five-day unit study takes elementary students beyond the ceremony to explore the constitutional foundations, historical crises, and brave individuals who shaped how power transfers in America. From George Washington's improvised first inauguration to the “Secession Winter” that nearly tore the nation apart, your child will develop the nuanced thinking tomorrow's citizens and leaders need.
BONUS: Your purchase includes access to our companion podcast featuring audio versions of all readings—perfect for auditory learners or on-the-go listening.
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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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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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Explore Revolutionary Boston with this 117-page novel study for grades 3-12, featuring hands-on STEM labs, creative projects, and deep literary analysis to bring colonial history to life through engaging, interdisciplinary learning.
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In-depth study of history's most influential figures including Newton, Shakespeare, Gandhi, and more. Features comprehensive reading passage, 20 analytical questions with answer key, and 5 note-taking sheets. Perfect for high school history students/homeschoolers.
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Discover Rocks of Resilience, a 34-page study guide blending psychology and literature for Bud, Not Buddy (grades 3–12). Explore how Bud’s rocks foster identity and family ties through attachment theory. Includes fun activities like drawing and storytelling, plus trauma-informed lessons for safe, inclusive classrooms. This…
Discover Rocks of Resilience, a 34-page study guide blending psychology and literature for Bud, Not Buddy (grades 3–12).
Explore how Bud’s rocks foster identity and family ties through attachment theory. Includes fun activities like drawing and storytelling, plus trauma-informed lessons for safe, inclusive classrooms.
This no-prep resource engages students with empathy and critical thinking. Perfect for literature circles or SEL-focused classes.
Pages: 34 | Grades: 3–12 | Price: $10.00
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Walk in their shoes. Face their choices. Honor their sacrifice. Interactive scenarios exploring 12 Declaration signers through critical decision-making moments. Perfect for the 250th anniversary. Grades 3-12, but emphasis for secondary students.
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This 6-week unit study is great for early elementary. It includes a schedule, resource lists, craft ideas, and worksheets. Grab our combo unit if you'd like to pair it with a novel study.
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Declaration of Independence | Historical Background and Copy Work