In this social studies worksheet, 1st graders practice creating the letter "J". They use the example in the lesson plan in order to draw the letters correctly.

In this social studies worksheet, students analyze and locate 30 words pertaining to travel in a word search puzzle. There is a word bank for this puzzle which has a large ad above the title.

In this social studies worksheet, students investigate the idea that they must set goals for their lives and plan for how to achieve them. Students make a list of 5 goals and write a plan for what steps they can take to succeed. Note:...

In this social studies worksheet, students examine the names of 9 U.S. capital cities in a word bank. Students locate the names in a word search.

In this social studies activity, students read a brief history of the Holocaust and its connection to Number the Stars. Students read about when Hitler came to power, concentration camps, and people who helped rescue Jews.

In this social studies learning exercise, learners look for the words that are part of the word search for the state of West Virginia.

In this social studies learning exercise, students look for the words that are part of the word search that are focused upon the state of Wisconsin.

In this vocabulary word map worksheet, students choose a vocabulary word from a social studies text and complete a chart with a definition, synonym, sentence and illustration.

Students explore entrepreneurs of Nebraska. In this business and social studies lesson, students research Nebraska entrepreneurs to discover the history of their successful company.

Students generate a list of needs for a community project. In this social studies and philanthropy activity, students listen to the story The Little Red Hen and discuss teamwork. Students plan for a lemonade stand, proceeds of which...

Students examine the early years of the New Netherlands colony.  For this Social Studies lesson, students role play from the perspective of the Dutch West India Company, the settlers and the native population.

Students explore religion and culture. In this Social Studies lesson, students recognize differences in both the Muslim and global communities. Students will explore new vocabulary and engage in 6 different activities.

In this T chart worksheet, students can fill in this T chart with many different language, math, social studies, and science concepts. Students fill in 1 chart.

In this Regents High School Examination Comprehensive Examination worksheet, students listen to a first person account and answer comprehension questions.  Students then write a report for a social studies class using details and...

Students write a fantasy story about time traveling back to the time of the Oregon Trail. In this Oregon trail lesson students gather information from their Social Studies textbook about life during the time of the Oregon Trail.

Students explore flags. In this social studies civics lesson students listen to Flags of the Metis by Calvin Racette. Students identify examples of symbols used in the 21st century. Students research information about flags, design an...

Students discuss Paul Revere's ride. For this social studies lesson, students read Paul Revere's Ride and compare the differences between the poem and the historical event.

Students explore issues facing society today. In this social studies instructional activity, students discuss human rights concepts. Students discuss the role they play in promoting the idea of freedom.

Students explore the news media. For this social studies lesson, students discuss what the definition of news is. Students write a newspaper article about positive activity that students at their school are involved in.

Second graders investigate the story of "The Three Bears" while focusing on the character of Goldilocks. They answer key questions that are focused upon the development of positive feelings and reactions. Students discuss the possible...

Young artists draw a picture of what magical things can were seen in Washington D.C. while traveling along a magic tide. 

Should researchers be able to excavate, examine, and remove Native American artifacts from historic sites? Should companies be permitted to build on sacred Native American land? After watching West of the West's documentary, The Lone...

What’s the difference between primary and secondary source materials? Here’s a handout, designed as a reference for learners, that does a good job of distinguishing between primary and secondary source materials and providing examples of...

From Aphrodite to Zeus, here you'll find a PowerPoint presentation identifying basic information about 15 Greek gods and goddesses.