40 Fabulous Social Studies Activities

Reading, writing, and research have never been more fun than with this unique collection of flexible, easy-to-make projects. Students simply follow step-by-step directions to create engaging banners, collages, dioramas, quilts, scrolls, hangers, a variety of book formats--including shape, zipper, flip, accordion-fold, and shutter books--and much more Projects add a fun, meaningful dimension to learning and can be used with any Social Studies topic. Perfect for students of all learning styles. For use with Grades 2-3.

Catherine M. Tamblyn is a freelance developer, writer, and editor specializing in children's primary educational materials. She is the author of Scholastic Teaching Resources' Mega-Fun Map Skills for Grades K-1 and 2-3, Map Skills Made Fun: Neighborhoods and Communities, and Maps for the Overhead: Neighborhoods & Communities. Catherine lives in Little Silver, New Jersey.