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4 Ways Social Studies and Reading Work Together in Upper Elementary

4 Ways Social Studies and Reading Work Together in Upper Elementary

When reading and social studies are taught separately, valuable learning opportunities can be missed. Reading time may focus on comprehensio...

Meryma Learning 12 Apr, 2026
Culture Over Facts: How Teaching Culture Builds Empathy in Social Studies

Culture Over Facts: How Teaching Culture Builds Empathy in Social Studies

In many upper elementary classrooms, social studies can become focused on facts. Students are asked to remember dates, locations, and key ...

Meryma Learning 30 Mar, 2026
3 Reasons Timelines Help Students Understand Cause and Effect

3 Reasons Timelines Help Students Understand Cause and Effect

Cause and effect is an important concept in social studies , but many upper elementary students find it challenging. Students may remember ...

Meryma Learning 22 Mar, 2026
5 Real-World Examples That Make Teaching Government Easier in Upper Elementary

5 Real-World Examples That Make Teaching Government Easier in Upper Elementary

Government is an important part of social studies , but many students find the topic difficult to connect with. Concepts such as laws, leade...

Meryma Learning 15 Mar, 2026
Why Debates Work: 3 Ways They Build Critical Thinking in Social Studies

Why Debates Work: 3 Ways They Build Critical Thinking in Social Studies

Many students see social studies as one of the most boring subjects in school. They often associate history lessons with long readings, mem...

Meryma Learning 8 Mar, 2026
5 Ways to Use Current Events in Upper Elementary Social Studies

5 Ways to Use Current Events in Upper Elementary Social Studies

The bell rings. Students settle into social studies. You begin your lesson. A few hands go up. Many faces are neutral. Some students lo...

Meryma Learning 1 Mar, 2026
Why Maps Matter: How Geography Builds Context in Upper Elementary

Why Maps Matter: How Geography Builds Context in Upper Elementary

You start reading a historical fiction novel. It takes place during westward expansion. Students ask: “Where is this?” “Is that near us?...

Meryma Learning 22 Feb, 2026
Primary Sources Feel Intimidating? Why You Should Start With Images First

Primary Sources Feel Intimidating? Why You Should Start With Images First

You pull out a primary source. The document is dense. The language is old. The page looks overwhelming. A few students lean in. Others imm...

Meryma Learning 15 Feb, 2026
Why Upper Elementary Students Think History is Boring and How to Fix It

Why Upper Elementary Students Think History is Boring and How to Fix It

The textbook stays open, but the eyes glaze over. Dates blur together. Names feel distant. A student asks, “Do we need to remember this ...

Meryma Learning 8 Feb, 2026

What Teachers Are Saying

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Grades taught: 6th, 7th, 8th

I absolutely loved this resource! It gave my students a better understanding as well as gave them independence to answer questions on their own!

Polar and Arctic Animals Unit 

Jehann Kazem

Grades taught: 4th

This was great for my students to use during hispanic heritage month and either color their own country or learn more about ones they were interested in!

Spanish-Speaking Countries Flag Coloring Sheets

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Grades taught: 2nd

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Penguin Reading Comprehension Activities

Beth D.

Grades taught: 6th

We traced these onto plastic clear sheets and put paper frames around them and hung them up for our Veteran's Day program. They looked great hanging in the front windows of our school as the veterans came in!

Veterans Day Thank You Cards

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Grades taught: 4th, 5th

This was a great resorce to use for adaptive learning in the classroom. very useful. much appreciated.

Caribou Reading Comprehension Activities

Donna C.

Grades taught: 3rd, 4th

My students love reading these affirmations that are displayed at my calming corner. They make for a beautiful decoration in the classroom.

Neutral Boho Affirmation Station Classroom Decor

Luisa F.

Grades taught: 3rd, 4th, 5th

Very cute, simple, and perfect for all organizing needs!

Modern Calm Neutral Boho Teacher Toolbox Labels

Makayla B.

Grades taught: 4th

It was very easily editable and it was a good resource to share with parents.

Neutral Boho Meet The Teacher Template

Tina C.

Grades taught: 4th

I wanted something fun for my students to do on April Fool's Day with little prep. This resource was perfect.

April Fools Day Activities

Eleanor G.

Grades taught: 3rd

This resource was used to help my students learn about the Trail of Tears. They were able to use these to work in small groups and make presentations to the class. They really loved this project!

Native American Tribes Research Projects & Posters

Carmen T.

Grades taught: 5th

It did not take much time to prepare this resource. Students were fully engaged and they loved using this resource.

International Women's Day Pack

Leslie W.

Grades taught: 3rd

This was to the point for my math students. They found it interesting and it led to their independent findings about Pi Day.

Pi Day Reading Comprehension Passage

Brittany S.

Grades taught: 4th

This was the first lesson I had my student teacher tackle on her own! Thanks to this packet, she felt successful as a teacher, and the kids enjoyed it as well.

Black History Month What Is It?

Emily M.

Grades taught: 8th

This was great for our morning work as the kids arrived for the day. I let students pick which individual they wanted to read about, and they loved having the choice.

Black History Month Biography Reading Passages & Posters

Brittney T.

Grades taught: 3rd, 4th, 5th

Great additional resource to add to my students learning for Native American month.

Native American Heritage Month Coloring Pages

Trisha G.

Grades taught: 1st

Love using these to teach about Spanish speaking countries.

Spanish-Speaking Countries Flag Coloring Sheets

Dyamond D.

Grades taught: 2nd

These research templates were a fantastic tool for Native American Heritage! They helped my students organize their information clearly and made the research process manageable and engaging. The templates are student-friendly and supported my class in learning more deeply about different tribes. A valuable resource for teaching history with structure and purpose!

Native American Tribes Research Templates

Andrea S.

Grades taught: 7th

This activity was very engaging with my students!!

Spanish-Speaking Countries Flag Coloring Sheets

Paris B.

Grades taught: 3rd

Very thoughtful resource with great materials included. My students really liked reading about this.

Penguin Reading Comprehension Activities

Jacqueline O.

Grades taught: 3rd

Students enjoyed the resource. It was fun to read and engaging.

Penguin Reading Comprehension Activities

Jessica M.

Grades taught: 5th

Great resource to learn about Native American culture and lifestyles.

Native American Heritage Month What Is It?

Vicky S.

Grades taught: 6th

A great way to reinforce vocabulary and concepts Thank you.

Earth Day Word Search Puzzle

Andrea L.

Grades taught: 6th, 7th

This was an excellent resource for my 6th and 7th grade manners class.

Flag Day Reading Comprehension Passages

Robin H.

Grades taught: 4th

I highly recommend this educational product to fellow 4th-grade teachers. It has not only enhanced the quality of education in my classroom but has also made the learning journey an exciting and fulfilling experience for my students. Kudos to the creators for developing such an exceptional tool that truly empowers both teachers and students!

Black History Month What Is It?