Elementary School U.S. History Activities

The Amendments to the US Constitution are an integral part of American History and Civics courses. This bundle includes multiple ways for students to engage with and critically think about the Amendments to the US Constitution.

Specifically, this bundle includes:

• 3 Constitutional Amendments Maze Activities (and answer keys)
• 8 Constitutional Amendments Writing Prompts
• Constitutional Amendments Cut and Paste (and answer key)
• Bill of Rights in My Own Words Worksheet

And the 90 Second Social Studies Amendments Bundle

• My Amendments Notebook
• 90 Second Social Studies Presentation Template
• Teaching Guide (teacher reference guide, student sign up sheet, two presentation rubrics)

*all resources are in full color and have an additional printer friendly version

This bundle can be used for:

• First Week Activities
• Formative assessment
• Extension activities
• Centers activity
• Review
• Homework
• Subplans
• Anywhere you want to teach or review the Constitutional Amendments

Este paquete Pearl Harbor está diseñado para enriquecer la comprensión de los estudiantes a través de la reflexión, el pensamiento crítico y actividades atractivas. Este conjunto de recursos, todo en uno, es perfecto para los maestros que deseen dar vida a la historia de una forma muy simple en su clase. La colección comienza con una presentación informativa en PowerPoint que capta la atención de los estudiantes a la vez que cubre detalles históricos clave. Acompañada de preguntas para la reflexión y el debate, esta presentación prepara el terreno para una exploración más profunda y un pensamiento crítico sobre Pearl Harbor. Es una forma ideal de iniciar debates significativos en clase y de involucrar a los estudiantes en un análisis reflexivo.

La actividad del Día de Pearl Harbor ofrece un enfoque polifacético del aprendizaje. Este recurso combina la lectura, la escritura, el dibujo y las manualidades para garantizar una comprensión profunda de Pearl Harbor.

La actividad de escritura reflexiva sobre Pearl Harbor anima a los estudiantes a procesar sus conocimientos a través de la escritura reflexiva y las manualidades. Este recurso ayuda a los estudiantes a articular sus pensamientos sobre Pearl Harbor, promoviendo una conexión personal con los acontecimientos históricos y profundizando su comprensión.

Este paquete no sólo proporciona un enfoque completo para la enseñanza de Pearl Harbor, sino que también promueve el pensamiento crítico al desafiar a los estudiantes a reflexionar y comprometerse con la historia. Transforma tus lecciones sobre Pearl Harbor con este atractivo y reflexivo paquete y dale vida a la historia en tu clase hoy mismo.

Esta colección incluye:

• Recurso 1: Pearl Harbor Presentación PowerPoint in SPANISH, Reflection and Discussion Q's
• Recurso 2: Día Pearl Harbor Actividad, Pearl Harbor Day Spanish, Reading, Writing and Craft
• Recurso 3: Pearl Harbor Manualidad Actividad de Escritura Reflexiva

¡Disfruta con tus estudiantes de esta colección del Día de Pearl Harbor!

Project based learning:

This lessons relate to Studies Weekly weeks 6-8 for 5th grade, but the topics covered certainly work without Studies Weekly. These hands on projects help engage students and lead to better understanding.

Students will study and represent Indigenous People's dwellings, complete an infographic concerning different native tribes, explore being an archaeologist, and work trade routes.

Project based learning helps students approach information in a variety of ways.

What's included:

• Instructions for teachers.
• Instructions for students.
• Data and response sheets.
• Necessary rubrics.
• Necessary information cards.
• Infographic posters to complete.

How is this resource useful:

• Engaging for students.
• Low prep for teachers.
• Hands on.
• Covers Indiana standards. (5.E.1, 5.E.2, 5.H.1, 5.H.3, 5.G.7)
• Ties into Studies Weekly lessons.

This is a bundle of products about Andrew Jackson. It includes notes over Andrew Jackson, a reading about the Trail of Tears, and a crossword puzzle on Andrew Jackson.

❤️Looking for engaging activities to celebrate Arab Heritage Month this April? This bundle with differentiated activities and diverse historical figures, is the perfect way for your students to learn about, discuss, and celebrate the accomplishments of Arab leaders, while developing social studies knowledge, practicing literacy, fine motor, and art skills!

✏️Great for early elementary students!

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Arab Heritage:

☑ Reading Comprehension

☑ Coloring Pages

☑ Posters

✅ Leaders included: (10)

☑ Fouad Ajami - professor, writer - (Lebanese heritage)

☑ Rima Fakih - beauty pageant titleholder - (Lebanese heritage)

☑ Noura Erakat - lawyer, activist - (Palestinian heritage)

☑ Suheir Hammad - poet, writer - (Palestinian heritage)

☑ Joanne Chory - plant biologist - (Lebanese heritage)

☑ Huda Kattan - makeup artist - (Iraqi heritage)

☑ Hoda Kotb - TV host - (Egyptian heritage)

☑ DJ Khaled - disk jockey, producer - (Palestinian heritage)

☑ Steve Jobs - businessman, inventor - (Syrian heritage)

☑ Jerry Seinfeld - comedian, actor - (Syrian heritage)

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The best way to teach vocabulary to kids is by playing educational games.

In this bundle you will get:

• Moon Phases Word Search Puzzle Activity Worksheet Fun Back To School Ressource
• Moon Landing Day Word Search Puzzle Worksheet - Activity Games For Kids
• Days of The Week Word Search Puzzle Worksheet
• Months of The Year Word Search Puzzle Worksheet
• BIG Summer Vacation Fun Word Search Worksheet - End of School Year Activity
• Classroom Objects Word Search - Back To School Students Activities Worksheets
• 118 Beach Related Words Word Search Puzzles - End of School Activity Worksheets
• 10 Summer Vocabulary Word Search Puzzles Worksheets Activity - 100 Word to Find
• Halloween October Word Search Vocabulary Activity Worksheets
• Fourth (4th) of July Word Search Puzzle Activity Worksheet | 63 Word to Find
• Spanish Days of The Week Word Search Puzzle Worksheet
• Italian Days of The Week Word Search Puzzle Worksheet
• French Days of The Week Word Search Puzzle Worksheet

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Everything students need to know about Abraham Lincoln! And,written in comic book format that comes with a second set of pages that have blank text boxes for students to paraphrase/summarize/research then fill-in facts. Includes: Early Life: Birth, School, Manhood, Death of Mom, Step-Mother Young Adult Years: Employment, Politics Famous Quotes Law License John Todd Stuart, First Law Partner Mary Todd Lincoln & Marriage Four Sons (Birth & Death) Political Timelines Speeches (House Divided, 2 Inaugural Speeches,Gettysburg Address, Last Address) Political Slogans Noah Brooks' reporter's viewpoint Black Hawk War Civil War Ford Theater Death Fun, easy, interactive way to learn facts about Abraham Lincoln, his life and political career. Can be used for ELA, history, social studies, as well as plays, bulletin boards, posters, etc... Meets CCSS fact-based, non-fiction standards.

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Looking for an exciting, student-friendly way to teach the 3 branches of government and how a bill becomes a law? This 3 branches of government activity packet is exactly what you need! Combining reading comprehension with interactive, hands-on activities, this resource brings civics to life while keeping students actively engaged.

Whether you’re covering the roles of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches or guiding your students through the steps of the law-making process, this how a bill becomes a law activity makes learning meaningful and fun. Perfect for teachers looking to supplement their curriculum with high-quality, ready-to-use material

What’s Included:

• Branches of Federal Government Organizer – 3-column format (Blank & Filled)
• Levels and Officials of Government Pyramid Organizer (Blank & Filled)
• How a Bill Becomes a Law Organizer – Sequence of Events (Blank & Filled)
• 3-page Reading Passage on How a Bill Becomes a Law with a 10-question comprehension quiz
• 2-page Reading Passage on the Branches of Government with a 10-question comprehension quiz
• Foldable Nameplates for Role-Playing Activity (President, House of Representatives, Senate, Committee, Sub-Committee)
• House of Representatives Bill Proposal (Sample & Blank)
• Senate Bill Proposal (Blank)
• 2-page Bill Summary Templates (for both House and Senate)

Why You’ll Love It:

• Engages students with interactive activities: This resource provides a hands-on 3 branches of government activity and a dynamic how a bill becomes a law activity that immerses students in the legislative process.
• Reading and Activity Combined: Students build knowledge through engaging reading comprehension passages and then reinforce it by participating in real-world activities.
• No-Prep for Teachers: All graphic organizers, reading passages, assessments, and materials are ready to print and use—saving you time and effort.
• Interactive Role-Playing: Students step into the roles of lawmakers and officials, making abstract concepts easier to understand.
• Perfect for Multiple Learning Styles: Combines visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning with reading, graphic organizers, and hands-on role-play.

Ways to Use This Resource:

• Civics and Social Studies Units: Incorporate the 3 branches of government activity into your lessons on federal government.
• Interactive Government Simulations: Use the how a bill becomes a law activity to create a classroom simulation where students follow the legislative process from start to finish.
• Assessments and Reinforcement: Utilize the quizzes and graphic organizers to assess student understanding and reinforce key concepts.

This packet isn’t just about learning—it’s about making civics memorable! Your students will love exploring the 3 branches of government and following a bill’s journey to becoming a law through hands-on activities they won’t forget.

Check out the PREVIEW for a closer look at everything included!

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Three great activities that would span six lessons and a great classroom display about World War 2. Great for class work, distance learning and home schooling. Perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade studying World War II or U.S. History.

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Firstly, there is a great classroom display and sorting activity that is perfect for introducing students to some of the key events of World War 2. There are 42 posters or cards that include many of the key events from the Second World War.

Secondly, there is a close reading activity - children need to read through an informational text, and then answer comprehension and grammar questions, before completing an extension activity.

Finally, there is an informational text writing unit. The unit has been split into three separate lessons which will take students approximately 40-50 minutes each. Ideal for students learning about World War II.

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Learn about the history of Alaska and its state symbols with this state research project. This Alaska research project contains cards with real pictures, reading passages with comprehension questions, and two forms of research recording activities. Students can use the passages, posters and cards to answer the research questions in the two books, or conduct their own research through books or the internet. The preview shows a sampling of each part of this packet.

What is included?

Basic State Poster

State Symbol Cards with real photographs where available

History Time Line Cards with real photographs where available

Reading Comprehension Passages

• Alaska History
• Weather and Climate
• Agriculture and Industry

Fun Facts and Information Pages

Writing Activities

State Research Flip Book Pages

• Basic Facts
• Where is this State?
• Major Landmarks
• Flag
• State Symbols
• Interesting Facts

State Report Book Pages (Choose the pages according to what your focus is.)

• Basic Facts
• Location
• Flag
• State Map
• State Symbols
• Major Landmarks
• Weather and Climate
• Industry and Agriculture
• Famous Person
• Fun Facts

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Abraham Lincoln

John F. Kennedy

George Washington

Franklin Roosevelt

Martin Luther King. Jr

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Looking for a fun Memorial Day activities, Crafts or Decorations? This set has everything you need, It will keep your students engaged and learning with these Patriotic activities!

Activities included in this printable Bundle:

- Memorial Day Banners

- Patriotic Paper Hats

- Memorial Day Gift Tags

- Memorial Day Handprint Art

- Memorial Day Cards

- American Symbols Memory Game

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Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with this comprehensive reading comprehension bundle, featuring the powerful stories of six legendary Native American figures: Crazy Horse, Geronimo, Sacagawea, Sitting Bull, Tecumseh, and Wilma Mankiller. Each passage brings history to life, detailing the courage, resilience, and significant contributions of these influential leaders to their people and the world.

Perfect for grades 4-8, this bundle includes engaging questions, vocabulary exercises, and multiple-choice questions for each figure, making it an ideal resource for fostering critical thinking and reading skills. With 30% off, this bundle is a valuable addition to any classroom, allowing students to explore these rich histories while connecting with the diverse voices that shaped Native American culture and heritage.

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This product was made for students to learn the following: Vocabulary words - parliament, independence, first Continental Congress, Minutemen, repeal, boycott, The Boston Tea Party, Declaration of Independence, imported, and commander.

In this product, students will learn about Independence Day/4th of July and why this holiday is celebrated in the United States of America. Students will also learn about the French and Indian War, who it was between, why it happened, who won the war, where France had colonies and where Great Britain had colonies, the Ohio River Valley, land east and west of the Mississippi River, the importance of beaver pelts and what they were used for, Great Britain implemented a tax that they wanted the Colonists to pay on certain goods, what a tax is, why the colonists were unhappy about this tax, the goods that were taxed, Parliament and the laws they wrote regarding tax, The Stamp Act, what it was, what it required Colonists to do, how the Colonists felt about this, and what the Colonists did to stop this tax are reviewed. Students will learn about other laws that the Parliament passed that had to do with purchasing goods such as tea and paper, what the colonists did about this, and how they felt about this tax, The Boston Massacre, what caused it, where it happened, why it happened, how the Colonists felt and why, what the American Revolution is, what happened after the Boston Massacre with Parliament, The Boston Tea Party, what the Boston Tea Party was, what happened during the Boston Tea Party, how Parliament responded to the actions of the Colonists, The Boston Port Act and the Quartering Act - laws that were imposed by the Parliament, and how the Colonists felt about these laws, the American Revolution - where it started, Minutemen and how they helped during the American Revolution, when the American Revolution began, the first shots of the American Revolution, where the Colonists and the British Soldiers were going and why before and during the American Revolution, Battle at Bunker Hill, what happened during the Battle at Bunker Hill, the Second Continental Congress meeting to discuss needing an army with supplies, the commander - George Washington was chosen to lead the Colonists and why he was chosen for this position, how the Declaration of Independence came about, who was involved with writing the Declaration of Independence, events that led to the Declaration of Independence when looking at a timeline and answering questions pertaining to the timeline are covered. Students will also review Thomas Paine's pamphlet - Common Sense and why he wrote it. A review that includes multiple choice and short answer questions cover a variety of topics covered in this product. This review is located at the back of the product.

The notes are adapted to meet your student's individual learning needs. After reviewing and discussing the notes, they will answer comprehension questions to review what was discussed on previous pages, and a timeline that led to the Declaration of Independence is included, maps that show land east and west of the Mississippi River are included along with a map that shows where the first shots were fired during the American Revolution.

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Looking for an exciting way to teach your students about the Iroquois and Algonquian tribes? This Iroquois and Algonquian Close Reading Escape Room is the perfect blend of social studies content, close reading, and gamified learning! In this activity, students will explore the civilizations through an engaging close reading article and four unique challenges.

Overview of the Activity: Students begin by reading a two-page informational passage that explains different aspects of each of the civilizations, (who the Iroquois and Algonquian tribes are, aspects of their daily lives, how they interacted with their environment, as well as similarities and differences between their cultures.). The article includes essential vocabulary like confederacy, longhouse, wigwam, and council, providing a solid foundation for students before they tackle the four interactive challenges.

Each challenge targets a different skill:

• Challenge 1: Matching vocabulary terms to their definitions (reinforcing social studies concepts).
• Challenge 2: True/false questions based on key facts from the reading (to build comprehension).
• Challenge 3: Multiple-choice questions (testing understanding of key concepts about the various civilizations).
• Challenge 4: Identifying the paragraph where certain information is found (developing close reading skills).

For each correct answer, students receive a clue—a one-digit number. After completing all four challenges, students use their numbers to solve a final puzzle and “escape” the room.

**Why Use Close Reading?:**Close reading is an instructional approach that encourages students to carefully analyze and interpret a text. In this escape room, students must return to the passage multiple times to find the answers to the questions, helping them:

• Improve their reading comprehension.
• Strengthen critical thinking skills.
• Become more independent readers who can tackle complex information.

Benefits of Gamified Learning: Using an escape room format transforms a traditional lesson into an adventure! Students love the thrill of solving puzzles, working together, and completing challenges, which boosts their engagement and motivation. Here’s why gamified learning is a hit in the classroom:

• Increases engagement: Students are naturally motivated by challenges and competition, making learning more interactive and exciting.
• Enhances problem-solving skills: Escape rooms require students to use logic and critical thinking to solve clues and progress through tasks.
• Encourages teamwork: As students collaborate, they practice communication and teamwork, skills essential for success in group settings.

**Perfect for Social Studies and Literacy Integration:**This escape room seamlessly integrates social studies content with reading comprehension, making it a powerful resource for interdisciplinary learning. While students strengthen their understanding of the Iroquois and Algonquian Native American tribes, they’re also developing literacy skills by interpreting information, analyzing key details, and practicing vocabulary.

This is a escape room uses gamified challenges and is based on how Iroquois and Algonquian tribes interacted with the environment and developed unique cultures which is studied in the 4th grade curriculum under the following standards:

4.2 Native American groups, chiefly the Iroquois (Haudenosaunee) and Algonquian-speaking groups, inhabited the region that became New York State. Native American Indians interacted with the environment and developed unique cultures.

4.2a Geographic factors often influenced locations of early settlements. People made use of the resources and the lands around them to meet their basic needs of food, clothing, and shelter.

• Students will examine the locations of early Native American groups in relation to geographic features, noting how certain physical features are more likely to support settlement and larger populations.
• Students will investigate how Native Americans such as the Iroquois (Haudenosaunee) and the Algonquian-speaking peoples adapted to and modified their environment to meet their needs and wants.

4.2b Native American groups developed specific patterns of organization and governance to manage their societies.

Students will compare and contrast the patterns of organization and governance of Native American groups such as the Iroquois (Haudenosaunee) and Lenape, including matrilineal clan structure, decision-making processes, and record keeping, with a focus on local Native American groups.

4.2c Each Native American group developed a unique way of life with a shared set of customs, beliefs, and values.

• Students will examine Native American traditions; job specialization the roles of men, women, and children in their society; transportation systems; and technology.
• Students will examine contributions of Native Americans that are evident today.

If you want a fun, engaging way to challenge your students, this Iroquois & Algonquian Escape Room is sure to captivate their attention while reinforcing key learning objectives.

Master the 50 U.S. States and Capitals while practicing penmanship with either printing or cursive handwriting skills. Quickly and easily learn geography facts while still practicing handwriting, spelling, capitalization, and punctuation skills, making it easy to differentiate for varying student needs. Each of the printable pages in these low-prep resources features one state and its corresponding capital city and is perfect for all ages.

Use the included table to contents to easily find the state page you want to print. Whether you're a teacher looking for an educational resource or a parent wanting to help their child succeed in school, these handwriting pages are a must-have.

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Make learning about the Civil Rights Movement fun with this engaging, hands-on task card escape room. This activity includes 16 task cards that are broken down into 4 levels or puzzle types, giving students a chance to practice nonfiction reading comprehension skills while actively decoding puzzles.

Lead your students to discover information about the Civil Rights Movement by exploring it on their own before teaching or have them use it to review information. Students will answer questions that can be found directly in their reading passage, so there is no prior knowledge needed.

Here's what you'll get:

• two-page reading comprehension passage
• 16 task cards
• student recording sheet
• 4 decoder puzzles
• teacher directions, prep tips and FAQs
• puzzle decoder hints
• answer key

Students will revisit the nonfiction text multiple times, practicing reading comprehension and critical thinking skills as they rotate around the room decoding puzzles. They can work in pairs or individually in a race to complete the 16 questions. This friendly competition is sure to increase engagement!

Prep is quick and easy... NO LOCKS, FANCY ENVELOPES, or HIDING OF CLUES NEEDED! Just print the recording sheets and reading passage, cut and spread out the 16 task cards and decoder puzzles, and let students get to work!

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The Veterans Day ELA Bundle is an inclusive and engaging resource that helps primary students learn about Veterans Day while also improving their English language skills. The bundle includes two learning resources:

• Veterans Day Lapbook with Reading Comprehension Activities: This lapbook is packed with activities that will help students learn about the history, celebration and other information about Veterans Day. Students will also improve their reading comprehension skills by reading and answering questions about a variety of Veterans Day-related texts.
• Veterans Day ELA Worksheets: These worksheets cover a variety of English language skills, including word knowledge, reading, writing, and listening. They are perfect for reinforcing what students have learned in the lapbook and for providing additional practice.

The Veterans Day ELA Bundle is perfect for primary grade learners and great for ESL/EFL students and homeschoolers. It is a fun and educational way to help students learn about this important holiday while also improving their English language skills.

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This no-prep activity with lesson plans and printable and digital worksheets and slide deck for middle/high school students. Navigate the path of suffrage and social justice with our meticulously crafted printable Unit Three and guided reading journey on the significant impact of Susan B. Anthony in US History.

Beyond just an individual, Susan B. Anthony stands as a symbol of relentless advocacy for women's rights and equality. Her tireless efforts, spanning decades, laid the groundwork for monumental shifts in societal norms and legal frameworks.

Embark with learners into:

• A Life of Activism: Delve into Susan B. Anthony's early life, her introduction to the world of activism, and her unwavering commitment to women's suffrage.
• Partnership and Progress: Explore her collaborations with figures like Elizabeth Cady Stanton, and their combined efforts in organizing conventions, publishing rights-focused periodicals, and challenging voting restrictions.
• Trials and Triumphs: Understand the challenges Anthony faced, including her famous 1872 arrest for voting, and her subsequent trial, which became a platform for advocating women's rights.
• Legacy of a Luminary: Trace the enduring impacts of Susan B. Anthony's work, from the eventual ratification of the 19th Amendment to her continued inspiration for modern-day activists and feminists.

Resource provides:

• Editable introductory slide deck with 5 slides
• Detailed lesson plan with extension activities suggestions
• Printable Version
• Digital Version
• Dual coding - combining visuals and text for enhanced student recall.
• Detailed 300-word narrative capturing the essence of the era.
• Activities focused on annotation and summarization skills.
• A4 size page for easy printing.

Common Core Outcomes :

For Grades 6-8:

Reading Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies 6-8: RH.6-8.1, RH.6-8.2, RH.6-8.4, RH.6-8.5, RH.6-8.7, RH.6-8.10

For Grades 9-12:

Reading Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies 9-10 & 11-12: RH.9-10.1, RH.9-10.2, RH.11-12.1, RH.11-12.2, RH.9-10.4, RH.11-12.4, RH.9-10.7, RH.11-12.8, RH.9-10.10, RH.11-12.10

Guided reading offers a deep dive into significant historical episodes, stimulating critical reflection, engagement, and discourse.

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