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Project Based Learning Activity: Island Survival (PBL) Now for Google Classroom
Project Based Learning Activity: Island SurvivalThis project based learning (PBL) activity integrates elements of science, ELA, and social studies into a student-centered adventure that combines imagination, creativity, and problem solving skills as they try and survive mysteriously arriving on an island. There are 16 activities (1 page for almost each one) for students to complete. Each page involves a problem or idea they must solve, recreate, or answer. Pages can vary from writing, map ski
2nd - 6th
English Language Arts, Science, Social Studies
Plan a Road Trip Activities End of the Year Math Project Based Learning Brochure
This real world writing and math Plan a Road Trip project will have your students so engaged, they won't want the activity to end! In this unit, students the have opportunity to plan a trip and persuade others to visit their chosen destination! Now includes a bonus vacation journal and road trip activities!Save your sanity AND keep things fun those last few weeks of school! This resource pairs perfectly with the July PuzzlesPacket.Click HERE to SAVE 25% with the PBL Activities Bundle for the
3rd - 6th
English Language Arts, Geography
CCSS
4.NBT.B.4
, 5.NBT.B.7
, W.4.1
+13
Christmas Passages & Activities Holidays Around the World Craft Upper Elementary
THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE HOLIDAYS AROUND THE WORLD UNIT WITH 21 CELEBRATIONS! ⭐ "Very engaging for my 3rd-5th graders, and perfect for the weeks leading up to Christmas break. There are so many resources here that I didn't even get to use all of them in class, but it was great because I could pick and choose what would be most meaningful for my students. I loved the research pages for students to do their own research on a country, and my students had a lot of fun with that!" ⭐ BONUS: 5 HOLIDAY
3rd - 6th
Geography, Informational Text, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RI.3.1
, RI.3.2
, RI.3.3
+6
Black History Month Activity—Collaborative Biography "Quilt" Craft Project
My Famous Faces® of African-American History "Quilt" project is the perfect whole-class activity to do during Black History Month or any time of the year! It connects the individual with the group using hexagons that will tessellate to create a large “quilt” collaboration poster featuring 40 influential African Americans and their biographies. This project makes a great display for a Black History Month bulletin board, hallway, front office, classroom wall, or any other prominent place! The fi
1st - 8th
English Language Arts, Social Studies
Also included in: Tessellation Bundle | Use One Every Month ALL YEAR!
Biography Research Activities Black History Month Project Posters Bulletin Board
Celebrate Black History Month with these impactful Influential Black Leaders Teach-Go Pennants®! This original research bulletin board packet features templates for over 50+ influential individuals who have made a significant impact on history. These organizers are perfect for highlighting the achievements of these remarkable leaders while creating a vibrant and educational display to inspire your students and community. This resource is perfect for guiding students through meaningful research
3rd - 6th
African History, Black History, English Language Arts
National Parks Research Project Activities Road Trip PBL Project Based Learning
Do you love our National Parks and want to find a way to integrate reading, writing, math, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in a fun, real-life context into your lessons? Consider using project-based learning in your classroom! In this PBL unit, students can plan a road trip to the national parks with their families, while also creating a realistic budget for their vacation. One of the benefits of this project-based learning unit is that it allows for student choice and personaliza
3rd - 6th
Geography, Math, Writing
Patriotic Agamographs | Unique September 11th Craft Activity or Art Project
My innovative, unique Patriotic agamograph set is a TPT long-time favorite activity that integrates art into your classroom, art room, or dining room to complement your Veterans Day, Remembrance Day (Canada), Memorial Day, 4th of July, Patriot Day (September 11th), or other patriotic celebrations.What's an Agamograph?! It's a picture that morphs into another image when you look at it from a different angle. Agamographs are super fun and contemporary activities to easily integrate art into your c
3rd - 8th
Social Studies
Also included in: Classroom Art Lessons, Art Projects, Art Activities for the ENTIRE YEAR!
4th 5th 6th Grade Social Studies Curriculum Activities and Interactive Notebook
Social Studies Class will be your students' favorite time of the day with this popular, engaging bundle of activities, including foldables, timelines, mini books, bulletin boards, and more! The hands-on units in this bundle will help your students learn and understand the events and concepts of American History, Government, and Geography. Click the PREVIEW button above to see everything included!By purchasing this complete bundle, you are saving 30% off the price of the individual units.ALL pack
4th - 7th
Geography, Social Studies, U.S. History
Ancient Civilizations Interactive Notebook 6th Grade Social Studies History Rome
Ancient Civilization Interactive Notebooks Bundle & Reading Passages for designed for 6th Grade Social Studies! Both DIGITAL & PRINT versions are included! Contains the following units: The Stone Age, Ancient Mesopotamia, Ancient Egypt, Ancient Israel, Ancient India, Ancient China, Ancient Greece, and Ancient Rome. *** UPDATE 2025 - Contains additional READING PASSAGES to fill out all Interactive Notebook Pages!** ***Important Update - Now includes additional, colorful Digital Google Slides
4th - 8th
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.1
, RH.6-8.2
, RH.6-8.3
+7
Greek Gods, Greek Mythology Body Biography Research Project Bundle
This Greek Mythology Body Biography Bundle is filled with all you need to teach and promote amazing Greek Gods and Goddesses and their myths. Your students will find plenty of opportunity for creativity. For the first time you'll experience the unique approach of using a collaborative poster, Greek mythology, research, and the body biography project! ***Now it includes the digital learning version.***This project can be used any time of the year. The project bundle includes 22 Greek Gods and Go
4th - 12th
Ancient History, English Language Arts, Informational Text
Ancient Civilizations World History Curriculum 6th Grade Egypt Maps Greece Rome
Ancient Civilizations and World History Complete CurriculumUPDATED & EXPANDED → This best-selling resource has just been newly updated to include even more time-saving and creative tools: now featuring mapping activities, doodle style notes, bell ringers, GRAPES-aligned reading passages, and tons of fresh bonus content to give you the ultimate experience in teaching Ancient Civilizations. Looking for a year long Ancient Civilizations and World History curriculum that’s rigorous, creative,
4th - 7th
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.1
, RH.6-8.2
, RH.6-8.3
+7
CNN 10 (CNN10) Current Events Worksheet | Current Event Activity Social Studies
CNN10 (CNN 10) current events worksheet or bellringer for weekly current event discussions in middle school social studies. Pairs with the daily CNN 10 broadcast so students build news literacy, summarizing and analyzing current events all year. This US or World History class resource is ideal for encouraging students to think critically about current events through a Common Core lens. My students are hooked! CNN10This activity set includes fifteen templates and is aligned with Common Core Lit
4th - 12th
English Language Arts, Social Studies
CCSS
WHST.6-8.1
, WHST.6-8.1a
, WHST.6-8.1b
+8
The Game of Life - A Project for learning about jobs and expenses!
UPDATED VERSION NOW AVAILABLE (Summer 2025) Budgeting & Real Life Planning – A Project-Based Learning Resource Watch the Video Preview Here! What This Resource Offers: Engaging Real-World Simulation Students step into the role of an adult managing a household, career, and budget—learning firsthand how financial decisions affect daily life. Project-Based Learning at Its Best This is not a worksheet—it’s an experience. Students make choices, analyze consequences, and problem-solve in a realisti
4th - 8th
Economics , Financial Literacy, Money Math
CCSS
6.NS.B.3
, 7.EE.B.3
, 7.RP.A.3
+13
Veterans Day Art Activity | The Original Patriotic Soldier Collaborative Poster!
My original Veterans' Day Collaborative Poster from Art with Jenny K. has been a beloved centerpiece of memorable Veterans' Day celebrations in classrooms across the country for more than 10 years! I promise that your kids and others who see it will not forget this project or its strong symbolism! Your students all work together as a group to create this beautiful tribute.Art with Jenny K. has lots of other Collaborative Posters which you can find HERE!This activity is so much fun because, in th
1st - 8th
U.S. History, Visual Arts
Daily Agenda Google Slides - Academia Themed Templates (Set #22)
Get in a scholarly mood with these academia-themed slide templates! Perfect for the literary bookworm and historian alike. Simplify your day and keep your classroom organized with digital agenda templates. This set includes 100+ fully customizable slides with high-quality clip art, perfect for creating engaging and organized daily agendas. Check out the preview to see all of the designs included. ❤️ Love the vibe? These pair perfectly with my Cozy Academia Reading Posters. ⭐️ Key Features:Full
3rd - 12th
English Language Arts, For All Subjects, Social Studies
Also included in: Daily Agenda Google Slides | Ultimate Bundle!
Continents and Oceans Worksheets Map Skills Landforms Activities BUNDLE
This Social Studies bundle includes the best-selling Maps, Continents, and Landforms Interactive Notebook, along with coordinating word wall posters and digital activities! 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students and teachers love the ease of the hands-on worksheets, activities, and printables of this complete bundle! By purchasing this bundle, you are saving 20% off the full value of the individual resources.This helpful, easy to use bundle includes:Maps, Continents, Landforms, and Map Skills Interac
3rd - 6th
Geography, Physical Science, Social Studies
Geography and Map Skills Interactive Notebook | Print and Digital
Teaching geography and map skills doesn't have to be boring! This is a great way to teach geography and map skills. Students remain engaged through the hands-on portion of the interactive notebook. In addition to the hands-on activities, students produce a product that is useful to develop good study habits. This resource includes both the print and digital ready versions all in one. You have access to both in case you find yourself in need of one or the other throughout the school year. Tem
3rd - 6th
Geography, Social Studies
World War II (World War 2) Map & Geography Activity for Europe & the Pacific
These World War II in Europe and World War 2 in the Pacific maps will help students become more familiar with the nations of Europe and those in the Pacific during World War II by identifying which countries belonged to the Allies, which ones joined the Axis, which ones were controlled by the Axis Powers, and which ones remained neutral. Students will also label important battles in the European and Pacific theaters. This download is full of options from differentiated maps versions, step-by-s
6th - 11th
Geography, U.S. History, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.7
, RH.9-10.7
Ancient Egypt Geography Map Activity & Reading Passage (Low Prep,Print, Digital)
Teaching the Ancient Egypt civilization? Incorporate geography and mapping skills into your Ancient Egypt lesson with this map activity. This no-prep print and digital map set makes it easy for your students to create a map they can use during your Ancient Egyptian civilization unit. Students will follow a PowerPoint or Google Slides presentation step by step to label and color a map. There's even a reading passage with questions and a self-checking online map to make this resource even more co
6th - 10th
Ancient History, Geography, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.7
, RH.9-10.7
50 States and Capitals Map Activity with printable worksheets & digital map game
Do your students need to know the state capitals and the location of each state on a map? This engaging map set for the 50 states and their capitals will guide your students through labeling a blank map and learning the capitals. Print and digital options plus access to online self-checking map and flashcards let you easily customize the lesson to best fit the needs of your students. Students will label a blank map of the United States with the names of the 50 states and then record the capital
4th - 10th
Geography, U.S. History
Latitude & Longitude Worksheets | Continent & Ocean World Map Skills Activities
Do your students find latitude and longitude coordinates confusing? These worksheets go step-by-step to help your students master this tricky geography skill! This resource also comes with differentiated versions to meet your students' needs. This product includes: 2 Latitude & Longitude worksheets (with differentiated versions) : Version A: In this version, students will label the continents and oceans and follow latitude and longitude coordinates to identify the continent or ocean.Version B:
4th - 8th
Geography
Classroom Economy System | Editable | Class Cash Money Jobs Store Rewards Guide
Bring real-world responsibility and financial literacy into your classroom with this complete Classroom Economy system! Students will take on jobs, earn monthly salaries, pay rent, and budget for rewards - all while practicing accountability, math skills, and teamwork. This resource includes everything you need to plan, launch, and run a classroom economy from start to finish. Whether you want a simple setup or a full system with jobs, bonuses, fines, rent, and a classroom store, you’ll find s
3rd - 6th
Economics , For All Subjects
Regions of the United States: 5 Units Print and Digital Bundle Distance Learning
Your students will learn about the Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, Southwest, and West regions of the United States with this bundle of five units. This bundle includes both printable and digital options. If you would like a printable, paper-based unit, check out my Five Regions Unit Bundle, or you can get the digital options only.Each region includes a 6-page informational text packet that can be used as a "textbook chapter" when teaching about the region. While reading the complex text, your
3rd - 6th
Geography
CCSS
RI.3.1
, RI.3.2
, RI.3.7
+4
Civil War Unit | Lesson Plans & Activities, Easy Prep for Middle School 5th–8th
These Civil War activities and lesson plans are perfect for grades 5–8! Packed with engaging, low-prep materials, this unit helps students understand the causes, battles, and lasting impact of the Civil War. I’ve made these Civil War activities as easy as possible for busy teachers to implement. From thorough lesson plans to answer keys – it's all there. This unit will prepare you to teach about complex topics like slavery, The Emancipation Proclamation, Gettysburg, and Reconstruction. Even b
5th - 8th
Social Studies, U.S. History
Also included in: U.S. History Curriculum Bundle | Save 20% on All Units (5th–8th Grade)
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About 6th grade social studies resources
On TPT (Teachers Pay Teachers), 6th Grade Social Studies Resources help bring geography, civics, history, and culture into a format that feels manageable for middle school learners. These resources are often designed to support both daily instruction and bigger unit planning. Many are built around clear standards and classroom-ready activities, so teachers can move from planning to teaching with less stress. They also give students structure as they work through new content and academic vocabulary.
Teachers can find lesson plans, map activities, task cards, reading passages, comparisons, interactive notebooks, and assessments that fit a wide range of topics. Some resources focus on ancient civilizations like Greece, while others support state-specific social studies standards or resource-based units. That variety makes it easier to target a skill, review a concept, or build out a full unit. Answer keys, student worksheets, and editable pieces are especially helpful when time is tight.
In the classroom, a teacher might open a ready-made resource bundle on Monday, use the reading and map work for instruction, and save the assessment for the end of the week. This kind of setup works well for whole-group lessons, centers, or independent practice. Instead of building every handout from scratch, teachers can pull what they need and adjust it to fit their class. It keeps the focus on discussion, analysis, and student understanding rather than on prep time.
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