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George Washington Carver – Coloring Page

Children read a short biography of the African-American inventor George Washington Carver, who discovered hundreds of…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

African-American History

Inventions

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Chinese New Year Dragon Puppet

In this arts and crafts activity, students make their own dragon puppet for the Chinese New Year. This is a fun way to…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Asian History

Culture and Diversity

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The Barnum & Bailey Circus

Interesting facts and fun activities related to the Barnum & Bailey Circus.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

American History/U.S. History

Drama and Performing Arts

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The Kindness-Catcher Camera

In this skill-building lesson, children study photographs and learn how to identify acts of kindness by their…

Subjects:

Culture and Diversity

Social Studies and History

Equality Struggles

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Harriet Tubman Writing Activity

Distribute a printable social studies and writing activity on Harriet Tubman that focuses on recognizing people…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Literary Biographies

Social Studies and History

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A Geography Wordsearch

Distribute a printable social studies activity that focuses on man-made geographical features.

Subjects:

Language Arts and Writing

U.S. States

Geography

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GAMES AND APPS

Ingenious Inventors Match

Match major discoveries in science and technology with the scientists and inventors responsible for them.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Inventions

Science

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Then and Now Mini-Book

Create a mini-book comparing life in 1899 and current day life. This printable book is the perfect way to teach…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

American History/U.S. History

Book Art

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When I Grow Up. . .

Increase social studies skills with an activity that has children imagine they are adults.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

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ACTIVITIES

Sarah Morton's Day, Samuel Eaton's Day, & Tapenum's Day

Explore Colonial Times through literature and corresponding activities and lessons. Discover resources related to three…

Subjects:

Native Americans

Pilgrims

Reading Comprehension

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BOOK GUIDES

Shaking Things Up Book Discussion Guide

The amazing and inspiring stories of these 14 young women are brought to life for a new generation of girls through a…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Social Studies and History

Women's Rights

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Citizens of the World: Alike and Different

Distribute a printable social studies activity that focuses on how world citizens are alike and different.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Culture and Diversity

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Community Helpers Writing Activity

Distribute a printable social studies activity that focuses on understanding community jobs.

Subjects:

Community Helpers

Writing

Community and Ways of Life

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EDITOR'S COLLECTIONS

My Family & Me: Printables Slideshow

You'll find a comprehensive overview of the many family worksheets available on our site, including activities about…

Subjects:

Families

Community and Ways of Life

Social Studies and History

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ACTIVITIES

Inclusive Learning Activity Unit for ELA, Science, Social Studies

It's been a long time coming that diversity and inclusion practices have become an integral part of classroom…

Subjects:

Language Arts and Writing

Social Studies and History

Science

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Community & Careers Printable Book (K-4)

Your elementary students will learn about helping others, the police, firefighters, and other aspects of a community.…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Community and Ways of Life

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Why Grandparents Are Important

Develop composition skills with this writing activity about the importance of grandparents. This printable will be a…

Subjects:

Composition

Families

Language Arts and Writing

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Native American Powwow

Teach children about Native American powwows with these activities. Included is reading practice, arts & crafts…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Native-American History (American Indians)

Culture and Diversity

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Moccasins

Use this activity to teach children about Native American culture. The worksheet provides students a list of directions…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Native-American History (American Indians)

Culture and Diversity

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"Batman & Robin" Comics

Some history and some fun activities related to the "Batman & Robin" comic strip.

Subjects:

Comics, Graphic Novels, & Illustrated Novels

Social Studies and History

Visual Arts

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VIDEOS

Abraham Lincoln – Videos & Activities

Study the life and accomplishments of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States. Though these educational…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

American History/U.S. History

U.S. Presidents

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MAPS

A Treasure Map

Distribute a printable social studies activity to your students that helps them focus on mapping skills and following…

Subjects:

Map

Social Studies and History

Geography

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MAPS

Let's Make a Map

Distribute a printable social studies activity that focuses on a neighborhood map.Pupils will use the map to describe…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Geography

Map

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CLASSROOM TOOLS

Graphing Fun

Distribute a printable social studies activity that focuses on making bar and circle graphs.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Graphs and Charts

Graphing

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