Kindergarten American History/U.S. History Resources
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VIDEOS
Declaration of Independence – Videos & Activities
Use these educational videos and activities to learn about the Declaration of Independence and the historical events…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryU.S. Historical Documents -
TEACHING RESOURCE
The Ultimate Organized Classroom
Ultra-organized classrooms seem practically to run themselves. Here are five steps you can follow that include advice on…Subjects:American History/U.S. HistorySocial Studies and History -
EDITOR'S COLLECTIONS
Top 15 Women's History Month Activities
Celebrate Women's History Month (March) with one or all of our Top 15 Favorite Women's History Month Activities. There…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryWomen's Rights -
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The Declaration of Independence Little Book
Make a pop-up book that reviews the origins of the Declaration of Independence. Students will enjoy coloring the…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryGovernment and Civics -
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Learn About Susan B. Anthony
A perfect activity for younger children for Women's History Month! Students will create their own book about Susan B.…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistorySuffrage and Women's Rights -
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The Boston Tea Party Little Book
This interactive book tells the story of the Boston Tea Party.Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryColonial America -
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Learn About Transportation Firsts
Learn about American contributions to the development of transportation–from the invention of the wheel to the first…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryInventions -
ACTIVITIES
Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad Lift-Tab Book Activity
A great in-class or take-home activity for Black History Month! Students will assemble this informative lift-tab book…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryAfrican-American History -
EDITOR'S COLLECTIONS
Top Kwanzaa Activities (Grades K-8)
Find fun and educational arts & crafts activities to enjoy while celebrating Kwanzaa. Introduce students who may be…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryAfrican-American History -
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 AmericansPilgrimsReading Comprehension -
EDITOR'S COLLECTIONS
Top Trip Ideas for Black History Month
Looking for fun activities to get your kids into Black History Month? Try these trip ideas that will make…Subjects:African-American HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistorySocial Studies and History -
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Celebrate African-American Heritage & Culture
Enhance understanding with a teaching guide that offers books about African-American history and culture appropriate for…Subjects:Culture and DiversitySocial Studies and HistoryMulticulturalism -
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A Geography Wordsearch
Distribute a printable social studies activity that focuses on man-made geographical features.Subjects:Language Arts and WritingU.S. StatesGeography -
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The California Gold Rush Little Book
This lesson plan details how students can assemble a layered book about the California Gold Rush. Only a few supplies…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryU.S. States -
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Learn About Johnny Appleseed
Johnny Appleseed is an American folk legend who was also a real person.Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryAgriculture -
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Abraham Lincoln Biography & Mini-Book
Students read a biography of Abraham Lincoln, and then put together an illustrated book about him.Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryPresident Abraham Lincoln -
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The Industrial Revolution Little Book
The Industrial Revolution transformed the United States from a land of agriculture to a land of industry.Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryIndustrial Revolution -
CLASSROOM TOOLS
United States Flag Bulletin Board
Work this bulletin board idea into your lesson plans by letting students create flags and discuss their origins. This…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryFlags -
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Columbus Sails the Ocean Blue
Interesting facts and fun activities related to Christopher Columbus's voyage.Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryDiscovery and ExplorationAmerican History/U.S. History -
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An Historic Timeline
Increase social studies skills with an activity that focuses on a timeline of important events in American history.Subjects:American History/U.S. HistorySocial Studies and History -
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Betsy Ross Little Book
Students read a brief biography of Betsy Ross, after which they put together a Betsy Ross book.Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistorySuffrage and Women's Rights -
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Benjamin Franklin Little Book
Put together a kite-shaped lift-tab book about Benjamin Franklin's accomplishments.Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryPolitical Figures -
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Women's Right to Vote Little Book
Assemble a book that tells the story of how women won the right to vote.Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistorySuffrage and Women's Rights -
TEACHING RESOURCE
The Educator's Guide to International Teaching
Now, many teachers are venturing out into the world they brought to their students. The number and types of…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. History