Elementary Social Studies Resources

The Battle of Long Island - Controlling New York. NYS SS Framework 4.3d

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Explore the Battle of Long Island (1776) and New York's strategic importance during the American Revolution in this Grade 4 Social Studies lesson aligned with NYS Framework 4.3d. Students investigate British military strategy, the occupation of New York City, and the growth of Loyalist strongholds through informational texts, historical maps, cause-and-effect analysis, and evidence-based writing. Includes student activities, map investigations, video resources, and answer keys.

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

The Battle of Saratoga: The Turning Point of the War | NYS SS Framework 4.3d

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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 Grade 4 Social Studies lesson aligned with NYS Framework 4.3d. Students investigate Burgoyne's three-pronged attack, military strategy, and French support through informational texts, mapping, primary source analysis, and cause-and-effect activities. Includes lesson plans, graphic organizers, vocabulary activities, exit ticket assessment, and answer keys.

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

Patriot or Loyalist? | NYS SS Framework 4.3d American Revolution |ELA Integrated

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Explore Patriot, Loyalist, and Neutral perspectives during the American Revolution in this engaging Grade 4 Social Studies lesson aligned with NYS Framework 4.3d. Students investigate why colonists chose different sides through a classroom simulation, informational texts, primary source poems and songs, historical fiction, and evidence-based discussions. Includes multi-day lesson plans, graphic organizers, source analysis activities, vocabulary support, exit ticket assessment, and answer keys.

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

Declaration of Independence NYS SS Framework 4.3d American Revolution

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Explore the Declaration of Independence in this engaging two-day Grade 4 Social Studies lesson aligned with NYS Framework 4.3d. Students investigate the document's purpose, analyze its five sections, and build understanding through informational texts, primary source analysis, and a creative activity rewriting the Declaration in modern text-message language. Includes teaching notes, student activities, writing templates, virtual field trip links, enrichment options, exit ticket, and answer keys.

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

Enslaved Persons in the American Revolution | New York State Social Studies 4.3d

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Explore the experiences of enslaved African Americans during the American Revolution in this inquiry-based Grade 4 Social Studies lesson aligned with NYS Framework 4.3d. Students investigate the meaning of freedom, the Dunmore Proclamation, and the experiences of Boyrereau Brinch through informational texts, primary source analysis, close reading, and evidence-based discussion. Includes lesson plans, historical documents, student activities, guided analysis, exit ticket, and answer keys.

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

Indigenous People and the American Revolution in New York, NYS SS Framework 4.3d

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Explore the impact of the American Revolution on Indigenous peoples in New York in this Grade 4 Social Studies lesson aligned with NYS Framework 4.3d. Students investigate divisions within the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, Indigenous alliances, Joseph Brant's leadership, and the Battle of Oriskany through informational texts, primary source analysis, historical maps, and evidence-based writing. Includes lesson plans, student activities, note catchers, vocabulary support, assessments, and keys.

4th Grade U.S. History

The End of the American Revolution; Effects of the Treat of Paris | NYS SS 4.3d

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Explore the end of the American Revolution and Treaty of Paris in this Grade 4–5 Social Studies lesson aligned with NYS Framework 4.3d. Students examine how the war ended, changing borders, and the treaty's effects on Indigenous and enslaved peoples through informational texts, close reading, historical map comparisons, and discussion. Includes a lesson plan, student activities, compare-and-contrast chart, maps, and exit ticket assessment.

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

Nathan Hale and Spies in New York - NYS SS Framework 4.3d American Revolution

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Explore Nathan Hale and espionage during the American Revolution in this Grade 4 Social Studies lesson aligned with NYS Framework 4.3d. Students investigate the role and risks of spying in New York City through primary source analysis, informational text, and evidence-based writing. Includes Nathan Hale's military commission signed by John Hancock, a reading passage, summary graphic organizer, student writing page, and answer key. Builds inference, comprehension, and summarizing skills.

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

Benedict Arnold & West Point - NYS SS Framework 4.3d - Revolutionary War

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Explore West Point's strategic importance and Benedict Arnold's betrayal during the American Revolution in this Grade 4 Social Studies lesson aligned with NYS Framework 4.3d. Students investigate military strategy, geography, and treason through informational text, historical map analysis, and critical thinking activities. Includes a lesson plan, primary source map, observation and inference worksheet, main idea and supporting details organizer, vocabulary activities, and answer key.

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

American Revolutionary War in New York Complete Unit | NYS SS Framework 4.3d

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Teach the American Revolution through New York's story with this Grade 4 Social Studies unit aligned with NYS Framework 4.3d. This resource combines all 12 individual lessons from my Revolutionary War in New York series into one file. Students investigate the causes, key events, and consequences of the war through primary sources, informational texts, historical inquiry, and evidence-based writing. Includes multi-day lesson plans, student organizers, activities, and formative assessments.

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

Also included in: The American Revolution in New York State Bundle | NYS SS Framework 4.3d

The American Revolution Student Packet - NYS SS Framework 4.3d

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Simplify printing and copying with this Grade 4 American Revolution in New York student packet aligned with NYS Framework 4.3d. This resource combines the student activity pages from all 12 lessons in the Revolutionary War unit into one convenient file with a cover page. Designed for easy packet assembly, it contains ONLY student pages—no lesson plans or answer keys. All pages are already included in the full unit, and this packet is provided free within the complete bundle.

4th Grade U.S. History

Also included in: The American Revolution in New York State Bundle | NYS SS Framework 4.3d

The American Revolution in New York Review & Assessment | NYS SS Framework 4.3d

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Review and assess student understanding of the American Revolution in New York with this Grade 4 Social Studies resource aligned with NYS Framework 4.3d. Designed to accompany the 12-lesson Revolutionary War unit, it includes a student study guide, question-and-answer review cards, a Who's Who matching game, vocabulary chart, and an engaging "I Have...Who Has?" review game. A complete summative unit assessment and answer key are also included.

4th Grade U.S. History

Also included in: The American Revolution in New York State Bundle | NYS SS Framework 4.3d

The American Revolution in New York State Bundle | NYS SS Framework 4.3d

Created by
Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Teach the American Revolution in New York with this complete Grade 4 Social Studies bundle aligned with NYS Framework 4.3d. Includes all 12 multi-day lessons, primary source investigations, informational texts, graphic organizers, and integrated ELA activities. Review materials, a summative assessment, and answer keys support instruction from start to finish. A separate, print-ready student packet with cover is included FREE for easy copying and organization.

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

Customizable Morning Menu Printable Morning Menu Homeschool Activity

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The Little School Shop

Keep your little one engaged while you start your day with this Morning Menu for Preschoolers! Designed to help children stay entertained while you prepare breakfast or handle morning tasks, this fun and interactive PDF offers engaging activities to keep your child busy. Perfect for ages 3-5, this i

Preschool - Kindergarten Science, Social Emotional Learning, Social Studies

Map of Europe in GERMAN | GERMAN Language Europe map | Printable PDF

Created by
The Little School Shop

Printable PDF Map of Europe with Flags – GERMAN NAMES FOR COUNTRIESDiscover our stunning map of Europe, now available as a printable PDF download for GERMAN speakers! Perfect for geography enthusiasts, students, and teachers, this detailed map includes all European countries with their respective fl

4th - 7th European History, Geography, German

Rhetorical Analysis: 2025 Inauguration Speech by Sewell and MLK’s I have a Dream

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EGP Media and Press

Pull together American history in the context of Civil RIghts and looking at past, present, and future! On MLK Jr. Day 2025 it was also the.Inauguration. During the exchange of power, there was a prayer given by Rev. Lorenzo Sewell. He used the iconic “I have a Dream” speech to create a new prayer f

3rd - Adult Education Civics, U.S. History

Lost on a Mountain in Maine Book and Movie Guide — Cross-curricular Novel Study

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EGP Media and Press

Bring Donn Fendler's True Survival Story to Life for Homeschoolers & Classrooms Transform this gripping true story into an unforgettable learning experience with our hands-on novel study. Perfect for homeschoolers and classroom teachers, this guide replaces boring worksheets with survival simula

3rd - 12th Novel Studies, Geography

Also included in: Survival Escape Room + Project-Based Novel Study for Lost on a Mountain in Maine

Amos Fortune Free Man — Comprehensive Novel Study & Activity Guide

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EGP Media and Press

Comprehensive Amos Fortune, Free Man Novel Study Guide – A Cross-Curricular Journey Through History, Resilience, and Financial LiteracyDesigned for Homeschoolers, Co-Ops & Classrooms (Grades 3-12) – A Living History Approach Without Quizzes!Dive deep into Elizabeth Yates’ Amos Fortune, Free Man

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

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

Boott Cotton Mill Museum Field Trip Guide — Lowell National Historic Park

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EGP Media and Press

Need a printable version of the field trip guide that has even more extension activities for kids to learn? Grab the 20 page printable pack to help connect the history of the textile mills in New England and Lowell, Massachusetts to the modern day work experience. Discuss topic ranging from how the

3rd - 12th U.S. History

Also included in: Lyddie & Industrial Revolution Bundle — Novel Study + Lowell Field Trip Guide

Lyddie & Industrial Revolution Bundle — Novel Study + Lowell Field Trip Guide

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EGP Media and Press

Turn Katherine Paterson's Lyddie into an Unforgettable Journey Through America's Industrial Revolution!This comprehensive bundle pairs our best-selling Lyddie novel study with a detailed 20-page field trip guide to Lowell's Boott Cotton Mills Museum, creating a seamless, immersive unit that bridges

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

Riding Freedom Novel Study – A Cross-Curricular Journey

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EGP Media and Press

Bring Pam Muñoz Ryan’s Inspiring Story to Life for Grades 3-12Discover the true story of Charlotte Parkhurst, America’s first female stagecoach driver, through this immersive, multi-disciplinary novel study. Perfect for homeschoolers and classroom teachers, this guide blends literature, history, and

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

Also included in: 1800-1914 New England/U.S, Historical Fiction Bundle: Five Novels + BONUS

Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy Novel Study

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EGP Media and Press

Explore Prejudice, History & Science in Grades 3-12 Through Gary D. Schmidt’s book Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster BoyThis immersive novel study brings to life the true story of Malaga Island's destruction through literary analysis, ethical debates, and STEM connections. Designed for homeschoo

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

Also included in: 5 Novel Study bundle: Family Summer Audiobook Club {+BONUSES!}

A Gathering of Days Novel Study + Virtual Old Sturbridge Village Scavenger Hunt

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EGP Media and Press

Bring Joan W. Blos' Award-Winning Historic Fiction Diary to Life for Grades 3-12Step into 1830s New England with this immersive, interdisciplinary novel study that blends historical fiction, textile arts, and early American life.Designed for both homeschoolers and classroom teachers, this study tran

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

Also included in: 1800-1914 New England/U.S, Historical Fiction Bundle: Five Novels + BONUS

1800-1914 New England/U.S, Historical Fiction Bundle: Five Novels + BONUS

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EGP Media and Press

Transform your classroom or homeschool with this immersive 5-book bundle that takes students on a journey through 19th-century America's defining struggles and triumphs, specifically in New England.Each novel study replaces traditional quizzes with simulations, STEM labs, and field trip connections—

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