Social Studies Archives

Engaging Constitution Day Activities for Kids

Quick and easy classroom activities for Constitution Day! Use these ideas, resources, and games to teach upper elementary and middle school kids about the history, meaning, and purpose of the US Constitution.

How to Teach Kids the States and Capitals

Use these fun activities and ideas to help your students remember the US states and capitals! Seven memorization strategies are included to make learning effective and fun!

Free Website Evaluation Checklist for Elementary and Middle School Students

Teach students in upper elementary, middle school, and high school to find credible internet sources with this free website evaluation checklist.

Causes of the American Revolution Lesson Plan for Upper Elementary and Middle School

This upper elementary and middle school lesson plan is focused on the main causes of the American Revolution. Students will learn about each event leading to war using a vocabulary activity, close reading, and timeline activity.

Teaching the US Constitution to Elementary and Middle School Students

Use this comprehensive unit plan for teaching the US Constitution to upper elementary and middle school students. The lesson plans, games, and ideas are designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the history, meaning, and importance of the US Constitution.

7 Essential Elements for Project Based Learning

Seven essential elements to include in your next PBL to make sure your students succeed with Project Based Learning.

6 Travel Brochure Project Panel Ideas

Get your students excited about history with a travel brochure project! These 6 travel brochure panel ideas will challenge students in grades 4, 5, and middle school to think critically and creatively about a geographical location.

Lewis and Clark Expedition Intro Activity and Lesson Plan PDF

This FREE printable and digital activity is perfect for introducing upper elementary or middle school students to the Lewis and Clark Expedition. This printable PDF and Google Classroom lesson plan includes Lewis and Clark’s Expedition supply list, a graphic organizer, packing template, and research worksheet.