Social Studies Resources

Women’s Rights in New York | In Search of Freedom and a Call for Change | NYS Social Studies Framework 4.5b

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Explore the women's rights movement in New York with this three-lesson Grade 4 Social Studies unit aligned with NYS Framework 4.5b. Students investigate reform leaders, the Seneca Falls Convention, and the Declaration of Sentiments through informational texts, primary source analysis, and evidence-based writing. Includes a collaborative jigsaw, historical document comparisons, graphic organizers, vocabulary cards, student activities, exit tickets, and answer keys.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

Slavery in New York State | In Search of Freedom and a Call for Change | NYS SS Framework 4.5a

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Explore slavery in New York State and the fight for freedom in this two-lesson Grade 4 Social Studies resource aligned with NYS Framework 4.5a. Students investigate slavery from Dutch settlement through emancipation in 1827 and examine the work of leading abolitionists. Through informational texts, primary source analysis, and collaborative inquiry, students build historical thinking skills. Includes jigsaw activities, student station pages, graphic organizers, exit tickets, and teacher notes.

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

New York in the Civil War| In Search of Freedom and a Call for Change |NYS Social Studies 4.5c

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Explore New York State's role in the Civil War in this Grade 4 Social Studies resource aligned with NYS Framework 4.5c. Students investigate the causes and major events of the war and how New York supported the Union through soldiers, supplies, transportation, and manufacturing. Activities integrate informational texts, map skills, historical analysis, and local history research. Includes student note catchers, graphic organizers, map activities, exit tickets, reflection tasks, 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

In Search of Freedom and a Call for Change Bundle | NYS Social Studies Framework 4.5 Bundle

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Explore the fight for freedom and equality in New York with this Grade 4 Social Studies bundle aligned with NYS Framework 4.5. Students investigate slavery and abolition, women's rights, the Civil War, and New York's contributions to the Union through informational texts, historical inquiry, and ELA activities. Includes vocabulary work, note catchers, graphic organizers, research projects, exit tickets, reflection activities, assessments, and answer keys.

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

Grade 4 New York State Review Game - Full Year! FREE!

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Make Grade 4 New York State Social Studies review fun with this interactive, standards-aligned board game! Students revisit key concepts from the NYS Social Studies Framework through trivia-style questions, teamwork, and discussion. Perfect for end-of-year review, test prep, centers, and small groups. Includes a printable game board, question cards in color and black-and-white, playing pieces, and easy-to-follow directions. Based on the Grade 4 NYS Social Studies Mega Bundle.

4th Grade Other (Social Studies)

Nathan Hale & Spies | American Revolution Series | Grades 4, 5, 6

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Explore Nathan Hale and espionage during the American Revolution in this Grades 4–6 Social Studies and ELA lesson. 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, reading comprehension, and summarizing skills.

4th - 6th U.S. History

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

Enslaved Persons in the American Revolution Featuring Boyrereau Brinch | American Revolution Series | Grades 4, 5, 6

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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 Grades 4–5 Social Studies lesson. Students investigate the meaning of freedom, Lord Dunmore's Proclamation, and the life of Boyrereau Brinch through informational texts, primary source analysis, close reading, and evidence-based discussion. Includes a lesson plan, three primary source activities, student worksheets, vocabulary support, exit ticket, and answer keys.

4th - 7th U.S. History

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

West Point and Benedict Arnold | American Revolution Series | Grades 4, 5, 6

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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 Grades 4–5 Social Studies and ELA lesson. 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 support, and answer key.

4th - 6th U.S. History

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

Patrick Henry “Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death” Primary Source Investigation | American Revolution Series | Grades 4, 5, 6

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

🇺🇸 Explore Patrick Henry's famous "Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death" speech in this Grades 4–6 American Revolution lesson. Students analyze his arguments, emotional language, and persuasive techniques through primary source analysis, a Colonial Williamsburg recording, discussion, and writing. Includes a complete lesson plan, speech text, graphic organizer, student response activities, quote cards, video links, and exit ticket. Integrates Social Studies and ELA skills.

4th - 6th U.S. History

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

Indigenous People and the American Revolution | Primary Sources | American Revolution Series | Grades 4, 5, 6

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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 student activities, note catchers, vocabulary support, assessments, and answer keys.

4th - 6th U.S. History

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

The American Revolutionary War Bundle|Primary Source Investigations | Grades 4, 5, 6

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Teach the American Revolution with this comprehensive Grades 4–6 Social Studies bundle featuring 16 inquiry-based lessons from the French and Indian War through the Treaty of Paris. Students investigate key events, historical figures, and diverse perspectives through primary source analysis, informational texts, maps, artwork, and evidence-based writing. Includes historical investigations, discussion activities, and ELA integration.

4th - 6th U.S. History

New York State Map Buddies | Clock Buddies Alternative | Partner Pairing

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Make partner pairing easy with this FREE New York State Map Buddies resource! A geography-themed alternative to Clock Buddies, it helps Grade 4 teachers organize discussion partners, cooperative learning, and classroom activities while reinforcing NYS geography. Includes four printable buddy maps featuring New York State cities, counties, landforms, and regions, plus teacher directions. Perfect for turn-and-talk, reading partners, peer editing, and year-round classroom routines.

4th - 7th Other (Social Studies), For All Subjects

U.S.A. Founding Documents Unit | United States Founding | Grades 4, 5, 6

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

🏛️Explore the foundations of American government in this seven-lesson civics unit for upper elementary students. Students investigate the Declaration of Independence, Articles of Confederation, Constitutional Convention, Great Compromise, Preamble, and Bill of Rights through informational texts, discussions, and critical thinking activities. Includes lesson plans, graphic organizers, card sorts, review activities, exit tickets, study guide, unit assessment, and answer keys.

4th - 6th U.S. History

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

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Make September 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 Labor Day, New York geography, Niagara Falls, New Netherland, Constitution Day, notable New Yorkers, and historical events through informational texts, primary sources, maps, graphs, and critical thinking tasks. Includes 20 printable activities for independent practice.

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

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

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

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Uplifting Learning with Mrs. S-O

Make October 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 fall foliage, Halloween history, New York inventions, Indigenous history, geography, and historic events through informational texts, primary sources, maps, graphs, and critical thinking tasks. Includes 20 printable activities for independent practice.

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

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

Map of Asia | Printable | Instant Download | PDF

Created by
The Little School Shop

This printable Asia Outline Map is great for documenting travel, keeping track of orders, and learning geography. ❤️WHAT'S INCLUDED❤️5 pages in PDF formatAsia Map with Country NamesAsia Map - BlankAsia Map - Blank with arrows to small countries2 Flags of Asia pages❤️SIZE OPTIONS❤️8.5x11❤️GREAT FOR❤...

Not Grade Specific Geography

Also included in: 7 Continent Map Bundle | Printable | Instant Download | PDF

Map of Africa | Printable | Instant Download | PDF

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The Little School Shop

This printable Europe Outline Map is great for documenting travel, keeping track of orders, and learning geography. ❤️WHAT'S INCLUDED❤️4 pages in PDF FormatAfrica Map with Country NamesAfrica Map - BlankAfrica Map - Blank with arrows to small countriesAfrican Country Flags Page❤️SIZE OPTIONS❤️8.5x1...

Not Grade Specific Geography

Also included in: 7 Continent Map Bundle | Printable | Instant Download | PDF

Map of Oceania | Printable | Instant Download | PDF

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The Little School Shop

This printable Oceania Outline Map is great for documenting travel, keeping track of orders, and learning geography. ❤️WHAT'S INCLUDED❤️5 pages in PDF formatOceania Map with Country Names2 Oceania Maps - BlankOceania Map - Blank with lines to make naming countries easierOceania Country Flags Page❤️...

6th - 8th Geography

Also included in: 7 Continent Map Bundle | Printable | Instant Download | PDF

Map of South America | Printable | Instant Download | PDF

Created by
The Little School Shop

This printable US Outline Map is great for documenting travel, keeping track of orders, and learning geography. ❤️WHAT'S INCLUDED❤️3 pages in PDF formatSouth America Map with Country NamesSouth America Map - BlankSouth American Country Flags❤️SIZE OPTIONS❤️8.5x11❤️GREAT FOR❤️Tracking travelMemoriza...

Not Grade Specific Geography

Also included in: 7 Continent Map Bundle | Printable | Instant Download | PDF

USA Map with Flashcards | Printable | Instant Download | PDF

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The Little School Shop

This printable US Outline Map is great for learning geography in a homeschool or regular school setting. ❤️WHAT'S INCLUDED❤️33 pages in PDF formatUSA Map with State NamesUSA Map with State AbbreviationsUSA Map - BlankStates and Capitals flashcardsStates, Capitals, Abbreviations, and maps flashcards...

Not Grade Specific Geography

Antarctica Map | Printable | Instant Download | PDF

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The Little School Shop

This printable Antarctica Outline Map is great for your school or homeschool geography program. ❤️WHAT'S INCLUDED❤️3 pages in PDF formatAntarctica Map with Landmark NamesAntarctica Map - BlankAntarctica Map - Blank with shaded areas for labeling landmarks❤️SIZE OPTIONS❤️8.5x11❤️GREAT FOR❤️Homeschoo...

Not Grade Specific Geography

Also included in: 7 Continent Map Bundle | Printable | Instant Download | PDF

Map of Europe | Printable | Instant Download | PDF

Created by
The Little School Shop

This printable Europe Outline Map is great for documenting travel, keeping track of orders, and learning geography. ❤️WHAT'S INCLUDED❤️4 pages in PDF formatEurope Map with Country NamesEurope Map - BlankEurope Map - Blank with arrows to small countriesEuropean Country Flags Page❤️SIZE OPTIONS❤️8.5x...

Not Grade Specific Geography

Also included in: 7 Continent Map Bundle | Printable | Instant Download | PDF

Mexico Map | Printable | Instant Download | PDF

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The Little School Shop

This printable Mexico Outline Map is great for documenting travel, keeping track of orders, and learning geography. ❤️WHAT'S INCLUDED❤️3 pages in PDF formatMEXICO Map with State NamesMEXICO Map with State AbbreviationsMEXICO Map - Blank❤️GREAT FOR❤️Tracking travelMemorizationLearning geography❤️ TI...

Not Grade Specific Geography

Map of the USA | Printable | Instant Download | PDF

Created by
The Little School Shop

This printable US Outline Map is great for documenting travel, keeping track of orders, and learning geography. ❤️WHAT'S INCLUDED❤️3 pages in PDF formatUSA Map with State NamesUSA Map with State AbbreviationsUSA Map - Blank2 Pages of State Flags❤️SIZE OPTIONS❤️11X8.5❤️GREAT FOR❤️Tracking states tra...

Not Grade Specific Geography