Guide to Social Studies

Discovery-Globe-thumb Let Bright Hub be your comprehensive guide to Social Studies topics and lessons. Here, readers will find an extensive collection of articles, lesson plans, activities, literature selections and exercises on a wide range of topics covering both current and historical events as well as providing information about geography, economics, civics, sociology, and other related subjects. Whether you are a classroom or special education teacher, homeschooler, parent, student, avid reader or casual observant, Bright Hub is your go-to resource for studying social sciences and humanities. The educational materials offered here are also intended to cover a wide range of skill levels and age-appropriateness, from preK to adult.

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Project Ideas For History, Geography, Economics, and Civics (AKA Social Studies)

Social Studies attempts to teach a vast array of topics. Class and homework projects help to bring a particular subject area into focus and make learning more engaging....

Second Grade Lesson Plans Stretching Clear Across the Curriculum

Teachers who are looking for a full year of second grade lesson plans have arrived at the right destination. Our experts here at Bright Hub have compiled a huge list of fun, interactive, math, language...

Olympics Lesson Plan Called "Potato Olympics"

Potato Olympics are a great way to integrate math, science, language arts, and social studies into one comprehensive lesson plan, all while your class thinks they're just having fun playing with their...

Lesson Plans for Teaching Kindergarten: Guide to a Great Year

Kindergarten is a fun but challenging grade to teach. It's a big responsibility to introduce those little minds to all of the things they need to learn. Whether you are a new kinder teacher or a more...

Preschool Worksheets for a Camping Theme

When teaching about a camping theme, use these worksheets to reinforce your lesson plan. Your students will use their fine motor skills to learn about the great outdoors and campfire safety,...

Online Master Degree Options for Students Specializing in Social Studies

Several online schools offer programs for an online master degree in social studies. Some of these programs are geared toward educators who are interested in teaching social studies...

Choosing the Best Social Studies Home School Curriculum

When working on building a homeschool curriculum for social studies, you may find yourself wondering what the best social studies homeschool curriculum is. Learn about how to choose...