Social Studies

Teaching About Cultures and Family Traditions + FREEBIE!
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Teaching About Cultures and Family Traditions + FREEBIE!

During the holidays of Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any time really, is perfect for teaching about cultures, and this family traditions and cultural activities unit is easy for teachers and engaging for primary students! Chances are, you have a group of diverse students with different backgrounds and family units. Keep your students engaged while they explore…

FREEBIE Sampler of My Presidents’ Day Activities Pack!
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FREEBIE Sampler of My Presidents’ Day Activities Pack!

Presidents’ Day is a perfect time to squeeze in great history lessons incorporating reading and writing! This President’s Day Activities Packet helps students read about some of our greatest leaders, learn about presidents on U.S. coins, make paper bag puppets, complete activity sheets, write reports, and write letters to the current president (see what we…

Celebrate The New Year with Activities on Martin Luther King Day
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Celebrate The New Year with Activities on Martin Luther King Day

January is the perfect month to celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King! We have so many wonderful discussions in our 1st-grade class about the legacy of MLK when going through our activities on Martin Luther King Day, including equality, playing nicely, using our words, and just plain being kind to each other. What a…