4th Grade Social Studies Resources

New York State Government, NYS Seal and How a Bill Becomes a Law | SS Framework 4.4b

Created by
Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Explore New York State government in this Grade 4 Social Studies unit aligned with NYS Framework 4.4b. Across three multi-day lessons, students investigate the executive, legislative, and judicial branches, how laws are made, and the history and symbolism of the NYS Great Seal. Activities include informational texts, graphic organizers, a hands-on lawmaking sequence, and primary source analysis. Includes lesson plans, student activities, study guide, assessment, and answer keys.

4th Grade Social Studies, Government

Also included in: New York State Social Studies Grade 4 FULL YEAR Mega Bundle | NYS 4th Grade Framework

New Netherland to New York Colonial Era | NYS Social Studies Framework 4.3b

Created by
Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Explore Colonial New York from the Dutch settlement of New Netherland and New Amsterdam through the British takeover in this 85-page Grade 4 NYS Social Studies unit aligned with Framework 4.3b. Students investigate the fur trade, colonial life, geography, and diverse perspectives through primary source analysis, informational texts, mapping, and critical thinking activities. Includes lesson plans, graphic organizers, student activities, study guide, assessment, and answer keys.

4th Grade U.S. History, Other (Social Studies)

Also included in: New York State Social Studies Grade 4 FULL YEAR Mega Bundle | NYS 4th Grade Framework

Black History Month Paragraph Puzzles to Improve Paragraph Writing Organization

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

Improve paragraph writing with these 10 Black History Month Paragraph Puzzles, where students must rearrange the sentences of a scrambled paragraph to place them in their proper, logical sequence.

4th - 7th Writing, Writing Expository, Black History

Also included in: Paragraph Puzzles Bundle: Organize Scrambled Sentences Writing Activities

Native American Heritage Month Paragraph Puzzles Hands-On Digital Activities

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

Improve paragraph writing with these 10 Native American Heritage Month Paragraph Puzzles, where students must rearrange the sentences of a scrambled paragraph to place them in their proper, logical sequence.

4th - 7th Writing, Writing Expository, Native Americans

Also included in: Paragraph Puzzles Bundle: Organize Scrambled Sentences Writing Activities

Soft Rain: A Story of the Cherokee Trail of Tears - Novel Study & STEM Lab

Created by
EGP Media and Press

• Dive into Jacksonian Era history and Native American resilience with this student manual for Soft Rain: A Story of the Cherokee Trail of Tears.• Designed for grades 3-9, this digital or printable PDF guide is open-and-go, with no printouts for writing.• Students use their own paper, word processor

3rd - 9th Literature, Novel Studies, U.S. History

The Witch of Blackbird Pond Novel Study: 76 Pages w/ Cross-Curricular Activities

Created by
EGP Media and Press

Step into 1687 Colonial Connecticut with this comprehensive 70+ page novel study that transforms The Witch of Blackbird Pond into an immersive learning experience through thoughtfully designed activities and cross-curricular projects. What Makes This Study Special:This isn’t just comprehension quest

3rd - 12th Literature, Novel Studies, U.S. History

Also included in: Colonial America Literature & History Bundle: Project-Based learning grades 3-12

Native American Heritage Month and Indigenous Peoples Day Coloring Pages

Created by
Meryma Learning

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month and Indigenous Peoples Day with these engaging and educational coloring pages! This resource includes 11 beautifully illustrated coloring sheets that highlight important cultural elements of Indigenous peoples and Native Americans, making it a perfect additio

Kindergarten - 5th Social Studies, Native Americans

Also included in: Native American Heritage Month Activities - Reading | Coloring Pages | Posters

Flag Day Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions 3rd 4th 5th Grade Reading

Created by
Meryma Learning

Make your Flag Day lessons meaningful and easy with this engaging Flag Day reading comprehension passages resource! Perfect for grades 3–5, this no-prep packet includes five passages that help students explore the history, symbols, and significance of the American flag.Each passage focuses on a key

3rd - 5th Informational Text, Reading, U.S. History

Also included in: Flag Day Reading Comprehension Passages - Flag Day Word Search Puzzle

Martin Luther King Jr Story - PPT Presentation - Quiz - Timeline Activity

Created by
Meryma Learning

Teach students about the life, legacy, and dream of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with this engaging and educational PowerPoint resource. Designed for 3rd–5th grade, this presentation makes history meaningful and accessible for young learners through visuals, narration, and interactive activities.What’

3rd - 5th Social Studies

Also included in: Martin Luther King Day - Reading - Writing - Bulletin Board - PPT Presentation

Black History Month Biography Reading Passages - Poster Set for Bulletin Boards

Created by
Meryma Learning

Celebrate and explore the stories of inspiring Black leaders with this Black History Month reading comprehension passages and poster set—a meaningful way to enrich your bulletin boards and classroom learning. This engaging biography resource features 12 influential figures, each highlighted through

3rd - 5th Informational Text, Reading, U.S. History

Also included in: Black History Month Reading Activities Research Projects Coloring Pages and More

Hispanic Heritage Month Reading Comprehension Posters Coloring Pages & Projects

Created by
Meryma Learning

Celebrate Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month with this comprehensive Hispanic Heritage Month Activities Bundle, packed with engaging resources designed to educate, inspire, and celebrate culture in grades 3–5. This bundle includes reading comprehension passages, a Hispanic Heritage Month newspaper p

3rd - 5th Reading, Social Studies

Martin Luther King Jr Biography Research Project Template - MLK Day

Created by
Meryma Learning

Help students explore the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with this biography research project template, perfect for MLK Day and Black History Month activities. This easy-to-use, one-page research worksheet guides students as they gather and organize key information about Dr. King in a cle

2nd - 6th Social Studies

Also included in: Martin Luther King Day - Reading - Writing - Bulletin Board - PPT Presentation

Black History Month Biography Research Project Templates - 45 Black Figures

Created by
Meryma Learning

Black History Month Biography Research Project Templates is a comprehensive and engaging resource designed to support meaningful Black History Month activities, research projects, and classroom discussions. This set includes 45 biography research templates, each focused on an influential Black figur

3rd - 6th Social Studies

Also included in: Black History Month Reading Activities Research Projects Coloring Pages and More

Hispanic Heritage Month What Is It - Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions

Created by
Meryma Learning

Teach students about culture and history with Hispanic Heritage Month What Is It – Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions. This no-prep resource includes an engaging informational passage, 10 short-answer comprehension questions, and answer keys. It’s perfect for Hispanic Heritage Month activit

3rd - 5th Informational Text, Reading, Latino and Hispanic Studies

Also included in: Hispanic Heritage Month Reading Comprehension Posters Coloring Pages & Projects

Noah's Ark Activities for Kids| Logic Puzzle, Decoder, and Would You Rather

Created by
Step Strong Learning Co.

Looking for a fun, fresh way to teach the story of Noah’s Ark? This printable Bible activity is perfect for grades 4–6 and combines logic, laughter, and faith-based discussion to bring new life to a well-known Bible story. Whether you're teaching in Sunday School, a Christian classroom, or a homesch

4th - 6th Religion

Noah’s Ark Bible Sunday School Curriculum Ages 4–11 | Crafts, Games, STEM

Created by
Step Strong Learning Co.

Looking for a fun and faith-filled way to teach the story of Noah’s Ark? This Bible lesson unit for ages 4–12 is packed with hands-on activities, interactive storytelling, and Bible truth that sticks. Perfect for Sunday School, homeschool, or children’s church!✅ What’s Inside This Complete Bible Le...

1st - 4th Religion

Also included in: Creation & Noah’s Ark Bible Lesson Bundle | Kids Bible Curriculum for Ages 4–11

Enoch Activities for Older Kids| Bible Word Search, Crossword, Devotional, Comic

Created by
Step Strong Learning Co.

Help older kids explore what it truly means to walk with God through the life of Enoch.Enoch Activities is a faith-based printable pack designed for upper elementary students that encourages discussion, application, and Scripture engagement—without feeling babyish. Using Genesis 5:24 as the foundati

4th - 6th Religion

4th Grade Morning Work/Bell Ringer/Enrichment Bundle | September October November| The New York Daily |SS & ELA Integrated

Created by
Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Make fall morning work meaningful with The New York Daily! This Grade 4 bundle includes 60 no-prep NYS Social Studies and ELA activities for September, October, and November. Perfect for bell ringers, early finishers, enrichment, and centers, students explore New York history, geography, notable people, inventions, and traditions through informational texts, primary sources, maps, graphs, and inquiry tasks. Includes 60 one-page activities for independent practice.

4th - 5th Informational Text, U.S. History, Other (Social Studies)

November 4th Grade Morning Work/Enrichment/Bell Ringer |NYS ELA/Social Studies | The New York Daily

Created by
Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Make November morning work meaningful with The New York Daily! This Grade 4 resource includes 20 no-prep NYS Social Studies and ELA activities for bell ringers, early finishers, enrichment, and centers. Students explore Veterans Day, Thanksgiving traditions, the Macy's Parade, notable New Yorkers, inventions, geography, and history through informational texts, primary sources, maps, graphs, and critical thinking tasks. Includes 20 printable student pages and answer keys.

4th - 5th Informational Text, Other (ELA), Other (Social Studies)

Also included in: 4th Grade Morning Work/Bell Ringer/Enrichment Bundle | September October November| The New York Daily |SS & ELA Integrated

Bible Verse Bookmarks for Kids Psalm 91 Prayer of Protection Sunday School Gift

Created by
Eden Digital Arts

Psalm 91 protection prayer bookmarks for kids with cute watercolor illustrations of woodland animals, printable DIGITAL DOWNLOAD.These bookmarks could be given out as gifts for Birthday, or any other occasion, or used as a hang gift tag, or tag for a gift basket, or instead of cards, used as page ta

Preschool - 5th Art, Religion

Causes of the American Revolution: Taxes to Tea | Primary Source Investigation

Created by
Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Explore the causes of the American Revolution with this engaging multi-day Social Studies lesson for upper elementary students. Students investigate British taxation, the Stamp Act, Townshend Acts, Tea Act, and colonial resistance through informational texts, primary source analysis, and an interactive taxation simulation. Includes lesson plans, student note catchers, comprehension activities, historical documents, exit tickets, and answer keys. Integrates ELA and historical thinking skills.

4th - 7th Social Studies, U.S. History

Also included in: The American Revolutionary War Bundle|Primary Source Investigations | Grades 4, 5, 6

Lexington and Concord | Shot Heard Round the World |The Revolutionary War Series | Grades 3, 4, 5, 6

Created by
Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Explore the Battles of Lexington and Concord in this engaging American Revolution lesson for upper elementary students. Through informational texts, close reading, and four primary source accounts, students investigate Paul Revere's Ride, compare historical perspectives, and debate who fired the first shot. Includes a collaborative jigsaw investigation, text-tagging activities, evidence charts, reading responses, exit tickets, and answer keys to support ELA and historical thinking skills.

4th - 6th Social Studies, U.S. History

Also included in: The American Revolutionary War Bundle|Primary Source Investigations | Grades 4, 5, 6

French and Indian War |Seven Years War | Grades 4, 5, 6

Created by
Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Explore the French and Indian War (Seven Years War) in this four-lesson Social Studies mini-unit. Students investigate British, French, and Native American alliances, military strategy, geography, and the war's lasting consequences through informational texts, historical maps, political cartoons, and cause-and-effect analysis. Includes lesson plans, student note catchers, map activities, political cartoon analysis and creation, exit tickets, summative assessment, and answer keys.

4th - 7th Social Studies, Native Americans, U.S. History

Also included in: The American Revolutionary War Bundle|Primary Source Investigations | Grades 4, 5, 6

Battle of Saratoga:Turning Point of the War | American Revolution Series | Grades 4, 5, 6

Created by
Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Explore the Battles of Saratoga (1777) and their significance as the turning point of the American Revolution in this Grades 4–6 Social Studies lesson. Students investigate Burgoyne's three-pronged attack, military strategy, and French support through informational texts, mapping, primary source artwork, and cause-and-effect activities. Includes lesson plans, graphic organizers, vocabulary activities, exit ticket assessment, video extensions, and answer keys.

4th - 6th Social Studies, U.S. History

Also included in: The American Revolutionary War Bundle|Primary Source Investigations | Grades 4, 5, 6