6th Grade Social Studies & History Resources

90 Second Social Studies American Constitutional Amendments

By The Magical Avocado

This resource is a template for a 90 Second Social Studies assignment that includes 27 ready to edit slides on the American Amendments

What is a 90 Second Social Studies Assignment?

90 Second Social Studies Assignments introduce students to a large amount of information in a relatively short amount of time. The 90 second time limit serves as both a way to keep students on task, and to promote the idea of summarizing key details. 90 Second Social Studies Assignments can cover concepts, historical figures, landmarks, and events. 

Why does this assignment use Google Slides?

One of the issues with student presentations is the transition time between student presenters. When the presentations are all on the same google slide, transitions become seamless. Google Slides also enables students to work simultaneously on the assignment, and for teachers to observe edits and work in real time.

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World Cultures Where Am I Visiting? Europe Edition | NO PREP Worksheet

By Holly O'Hara

This is a great option for early finishers, review over Europe, an assignment that can be left for a substitute, or a worksheet that can be quickly copied and distributed to students when you're in a pinch.

The students will use the clues to figure out which European country they are visiting.

I designed this with the intention that students do online research and have access to a map of the region.

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  • 1 Student Worksheet
  • 1 Answer Key

I do my best to make sure every product is free of typos or mistakes, but please feel free to message me with any corrections or concerns.

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Primary/Secondary Sources Drawing: 5th Grade Studies Weekly Week 2

By Colleen Burdette

Students recognize the difference between primary and secondary sources:

This activity will help students practice determining primary and secondary sources. This skill is important across a variety of subjects.

When given a source, students will determine if it is a primary or secondary source. Based on their determination, they will be directed to draw a detail to complete a picture. This allows students to add their own creativity to their work. It also makes it easy for the teacher to determine understanding of the concept presented.

Provided follow up questions increases rigor. These questions can be used for early finishers, as a written assignment, or to lead class discussion.

This activity can be used individually, with a partner, as part of a center, or with a group.

Aligns with 5th grade Studies Weekly Week 2.


What's included:

  • Teacher instructions.
  • Student instructions.
  • Sources sheet.
  • Drawing sheet.
  • Answer Keys.

How is this product useful:

  • Low prep for teacher.
  • Easy to check.
  • Practice important skill.
  • Students can add creativity.
  • Helps with future research.
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Longitude and Latitude: Mystery Island

By TxMAP Teacher

This activity helps you to teach longitude, latitude, and grid lines by creating a treasure map.

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The World Needs Your Kindess Poster

By Kristen Teaches Fourth

Super simple but sends a huge message!

This includes:

2 PDF files - one in black and white and the other in rainbow

Credit to fonts given in terms of use.

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Geography Tic-Tac-Toe Brain Break (Free Resource)

By Geography & Math Made Easy

Our brains get tired! Sometimes, they simply need a quick break!

This geography Tic-Tac-Toe Brain Break may be just what you need.

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Brain breaks can be used as transitions, breaks in the middle of an activity, something to raise or lower the energy of the group, team-building activities, and more! It is helpful to use these before fatigue, boredom, distraction, and inattention set in!

Research has indicated that brain breaks can help improve self-efficiency in the learning process. They also improve short-term memory, self-awareness, and the learners' knowledge.

This can be used and modified for 5th grade through 12th grade depending on your students' learning ability.

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Presidents Word Puzzles

By Beth Hammett

1 Crossword, 1 Word Search, and 3 Crytogram puzzles to accompany Top Ten Outstanding Presidents' unit found at: http://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Top-Ten-Outstanding-Presidents-A-Complete-Unit-for-Presidents-Day Can be used alone. Fun for group or individual activities!

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Siege of Boston Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 5th Grade & 6th Grade

By Creative Primary Literacy

A Google Forms close reading activity with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the Siege of Boston during the American Revolutionary War. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade learning about the American War of Independence. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about the famous siege whilst working on their comprehension skills.

Included in this resource:

  • A Google Forms Activity
  • A PDF Printable Activity with crossword puzzle & wordsearch

This activity is part of our American Revolutionary War Close Reading Digital & Print Bundle; the bundle has six activities about key figures and events from the war.

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This resource is great for:

  • Distance learning
  • Independent work
  • Homework
  • Guided reading sessions
  • Assessment practice
  • Reading interventions
  • Emergency sub plans

This activity is an online resource, that uses Google Forms, and is linked to your Google Drive. It can be completed by students online using tablets, phones or computers, and is easily assessed by teachers as all the answers are provided in a quick and easy format.

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Time allowance to complete:

5-10 minutes - read through the text individually.

40-50 minutes - answer questions using the text as guidance (including extension activity)

Time allowance to assess:

A class set of activities might take around 15-20 minutes to mark; the teacher can then send the students their marks automatically, which allows them to read back through their work. Nearly all answers are not automatically generated, but only require a small amount of work to assign points. This is because the aim is to get students writing answers and not to just have multiple choice options.

Please ensure when you download this resource into Google Drive that you are logged in to the gmail account where you wish to store the activity. In the past teachers have downloaded resources into their school account in error. Thanks :)

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  • American Revolutionary War Resources
  • American Civil War Resources

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AVID Essential Question and Summary Sheet

By KJ Inspired Resources

Use this simple EQ and summary worksheet for students to summarize learning from a text, socratic seminar, digital media, lecture etc.

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Understanding the U.S. Presidential Election Reading Passage and Q & A

By Homeschool with Big Easy Homeschooling Mom

Dive into the complexities of the U.S. presidential election process with this comprehensive reading passage and Q&A set.  Ideal for upper middle to high school students, this educational resource covers the political spectrum of the Republican, Democratic, and Libertarian parties, the significance of voting, the workings of the Electoral College, the importance of political polls, and the role of research and analysis in making informed decisions.  Perfect for classroom use, this resource helps students understand key concepts and develop critical thinking skills through detailed questions and answers.

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Viking FUN FACTS: Leif Eriksson Day is October 9th

By Gail Hennessey

Use this free handout to share information on the Vikings. Included are several extension activities to use with students to learn about the Vikings.

Leif Eriksson Day is October 9th.

* There are different spellings for his name.

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Studying the Vikings? Looking for a Reader's Theater Script in Social Studies? Check out this script on the Vikings and Leif Ericsson and his father, Erik the Red. Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee Talk Show Series of plays, Leif Ericsson and his father, Eric the Red are guests on Ms. Bie Ografee's Talk Show. They share information about their lives and the Vikings. There is a Did You Know? section of fun facts, reading comprehension questions and a teacher section with lots of extension activities, links and the key.https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Vikings-Leif-Erikkson-and-Eric-the-RedReaders-Theater-Script-3382114 My play on Leif Eriksson and his dad, Erik the Red.

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FREE What is Veterans Day? Digital History lesson, question & answer format,PPT

By Kiwious About Vocab

What is Veterans Day? - A HISTORY MINI-LESSON

This 15 slide digital PowerPoint Lesson answers basic questions about the holiday. Created in a question/answer format, the historical information is clear and concise; perfect for a brief reminder of the original story. The historical information is brought to life with bold photos and an embedded video link for the visual learner.

  • What is a veteran?
  • When is Veterans Day?
  • When did Veterans Day become a holiday?
  • Where is Veterans Day Celebrated?
  • Who is considered a veteran?
  • In what wars have U.S. veterans served?
  • What is the difference between Veterans Day and Memorial Day?
  • Why are veterans important?

Enjoy!

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Medieval Europe - Who should rule England? Slides, printable-digital worksheet

By Yugen Learning

A no prep fun and engaging for middle and high school grade students of history not he events of England in 1066. Develops students research and summarising skills with online notes. first introduce the topic with a short focused slide deck on the topic on Medieval Europe History. I would suggest enlarging the document to A3.

Resources:

  • PPT slide to introduce the topic
  • Printable Worksheet
  • Digital worksheet version
  • Online link to research notes

A research task on the different claims to the English throne in 1066AD. Students access the website on the research sheet for the information as a starting point. They are required to produce an argument with evidence from their research.
Please provide a review if you download and use the resource

Australia Curriculum links:

  • The way of life in Medieval Europe (social, cultural, economic and political features) and the roles and relationships of different groups in society (ACDSEH008)

  • Significant developments and/or cultural achievements, such as changing relations between Islam and the West (including the Crusades), architecture, medieval manuscripts and music (ACDSEH050)

  • Continuity and change in society in ONE of the following areas: crime and punishment; military and defence systems; towns, cities and commerce (ACDSEH051)

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

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Triangular "Frayer" Model for MATH

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While teaching remedial math, I found my students were struggling with the "Characteristics" block of the Frayer Model, so I modified it into a triangle. I've included a point "UP" and a point "DOWN" version. They stack nicely with one another to create a unique WordWall.

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FREE Mount Rushmore WORKSHEET with VIDEO and answer key!

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Each worksheet includes additional questions on the front side, a writing activity or table to complete, on the backside some include a PRIMARY SOURCE or an ART ACTIVITY or an INTERACTIVE WRITING PROMPT. ANSWER KEY INCLUDED.

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Valentine's Day Handout How to Say I LOVE YOU in 50 Languages

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Are you looking for the perfect way to celebrate diversity in your classroom this Valentine's Day? Then download this Valentine's Day Handout How to Say I LOVE YOU in 50 Languages! Bring joy and love into your classroom by encouraging your students to learn how to say "I Love You" in 50 different languages. Great for classroom community or celebrating the diversity in your classroom.

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  • Encourage students to practice saying I Love You in a different language each day
  • Encourage students to memorize a few different ways to say I Love You

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Delve into the brilliance of Black history with our captivating Black History Month Coloring Pages and Quotes bundle! Tailored for young learners, this set features 5 captivating pages highlighting iconic figures like Robert Nesta Marley, Toni Morrison, Jay-Z, Barbara Jordan, and Erykah Badu. Each page offers profound quotes and fascinating stories, creating an interactive learning experience. Our resource is perfect for Black History Month and year-round exploration, promoting inclusivity and understanding. Choose our Black History Coloring Pages with Quotes for proven engagement, consistent quality, and diverse representation. Immerse students in the richness of Black history, sparking curiosity, creativity, and honoring the vibrant legacies of extraordinary individuals.

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