Social Studies Worksheets

Learn about Columbus, Magellan, Cortez, and other famous explorers.

Learn landform vocabulary words, such as plain, plateau, mesa, volcano, cliff, isthmus, mountain, and hill.

Learn geography by coloring and labeling these blank maps of the continents and the United States.

Learn about the compass rose, key, and reading a street map, and other basic map skills with these worksheets.

Learn about goods & services, supply & demand, as well as needs & wants.

This page has craft activities and printable worksheets for teaching young students about Native American culture and history.

This page has coloring pages for a variety of notable people, including Neil Armstrong, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Helen Keller, Sally Ride, and many more. Students might use the images to illustrate biographical essay projects. Or simply color them to decorate your classroom bulletin board.

Download blank timeline worksheets and timelines with questions.

Compare and contrast rural, suburban, and urban communities.

Download biographical reading passages and worksheets on heroic women. Includes Rosa Parks, Sally Ride, Helen Keller, Clara Barton, Louisa May Alcott, and many more.

Learn about the Great Pyramids, the Sphynx, and the pharaohs of Ancient Egypt.

Explore ancient Greece with a fun and informative scavenger hunt, learn the letters of the Greek alphabet, review vocabulary like democracy and philosophy, and more!

Enhance your units about the "Cradle of Civilization" using the maps, worksheets, and activities on this page.

With these reading comprehension passages and coloring pages, students will learn about the Colosseum, gladiators, and chariots of ancient Rome.

Extend your learning about the Civil War with the resources on this page, which include an artwork analysis worksheet, ready-made vocabulary cards, matching activities, and more.

Use these printable worksheets to learn all about the Revolutionary War, America's founding fathers, and the Declaration of Independence.

Check out this page to learn about separation of powers, checks and balances, and how that makes up the Branches of the U.S. Government.

Learn about the 13 American colonies with these printable worksheets, maps, and activities.

This page has a few reading comprehension passages and worksheets for teaching students about the US Constitution.

This page has worksheets on the Louisiana Purchase, including a map and reading comprehension articles.

Learn, color, and read about many American patriotic symbols, such as the bald eagle, the flag, and others.

This page has a president research project, president coloring pages, non-fiction reading comprehension passages, and more.

Learn about the 50 United States and capitals with these maps, quizzes, worksheets and activities.

Here you'll find a link to a page with worksheets on each of the 50 states, as well as Washington, DC, and Puerto Rico. Choose any state to download maps, puzzles, and more.

Penelope Peabody is driving around the 50 states and she keeps getting lost. Use the clues to determine which state she's in.

This page has printable reading comprehension passages for teaching students about the first World War.

Here you'll find reading comprehension passages and worksheets for helping students learn about World War II.

Learn about Canada's provinces and territories with maps, games, and more.

Penelope keeps getting lost around Canada. Use the clues in each reading passage to figure out which province or territory she's in.

Learn about Australia's states and capitals, as well as New Zealand's islands.

Learn about Canada's provinces and capitals with these printable maps, games, and worksheets.

Learn about China with these printable map activities, puzzle worksheets, coloring pages, and reading comprehension passages.

Color the French flag. Print out maps of France Color a picture of the Eiffel Tower. Try the word puzzles and the maze.

Download Germany coloring pages, maps, flags, and other printable activities.

Learn about Ireland with these printable maps, flags, and puzzles.

This page has printable maps, flags, and coloring pages that you can used when teaching students about Italy.

Learn about Japan with these printable coloring pages, word puzzles, and maps.

Download and print blank and labeled maps of the Republic of South Africa.

Use our printable map, flags, and puzzles to help your students learn about Switzerland.

Use this collection of maps and worksheets to teach students about the United Kingdom.

This page has printable maps of Antarctica, as well as a reading comprehension passages about penguins, and a coloring page with a picture of the ceremonial South Pole.

Learn about Greek deities with these printable word puzzles, reading comprehension passages, reference tables, coloring pages, and flashcards.

We also have science worksheets! Topics include butterfly life cycle, animal classifications, animal articles, plants, electricity, simple machines, and much more.

Social studies is a vital subject in elementary and middle school that helps students understand the world around them by exploring history, geography, civics, and economics. In the early grades, students are introduced to basic concepts such as community, maps, and important historical figures. As they move through the middle grades, the curriculum expands to include more detailed studies of American history, world geography, cultures, government systems, and global events. Key areas of social studies include learning about U.S. history, global history, economic systems, geography, and civics, giving students a well-rounded understanding of both their own country and the world at large.

In kindergarten through fifth grade, social studies is often taught through interactive lessons, storytelling, and projects. Students might create maps, learn about important national holidays, or role-play historical events to bring the lessons to life. Activities like discussing local communities or learning about different cultures help students make connections between their personal experiences and the broader world. As students enter sixth through eighth grade, the content becomes more advanced. They begin to study the U.S. Constitution, explore global geography in greater depth, and learn about major world events and civilizations. Classroom activities at this stage often include research projects, debates, and group discussions, which encourage critical thinking and active participation.

Understanding the core concepts of social studies is essential for students as it prepares them to be informed and engaged citizens. By learning about history and government, students gain a sense of how past events shape the present and how they can influence the future. Geography helps them understand the physical world, while studying cultures fosters empathy and appreciation for diversity. Super Teacher Worksheets provides free worksheets and class materials to help develop a strong foundation in social studies and also helps teach students how economic systems work and how to make informed decisions about civic issues. Ultimately, social studies education provides students with the knowledge and skills they need to contribute to society and make informed choices about their communities, countries, and the world.