Middle School Social Studies Activities
Middle School Social Studies activities to help show your child the fun side of learning! From easy middle school social studies activities to more advanced, we've got you covered! Browse the activities below or use the selector to find similar activities.
Draw Your Own Cartouche: Personalized Hieroglyphics
Has your child ever wondered what her name would look like written in hieroglyphs? Bring history to life by helping her create her own cartouche like the Egyptians did thousands of years ago.
Make a Knuckle Contour Map
Contour maps show the highs and lows of geography. This activity will help your teenager understand contour maps like the back of her hand...with the back of her hand!
Renaissance Art Project: Create a Silverpoint Drawing
Have your high school artist revive a bit of ancient history through art by creating a silverpoint sketch, or a drawing made of silver. In this activity, learn how to construct a "silver" stylus with gauge wire to make a unique drawing that she can cherish.
Bake Civil War Hardtack
Have you ever taken a bag of snacks with you on a road trip? If you lived in the 19th century, you might have taken hardtack instead.
Make an Ancient Travel Brochure
One way to help your child learn about ancient civilizations is by creating a travel brochure. He'll flex his creative muscles, as well as gain a greater appreciation for these complex civilizations.
Bake Challah Bread
This challah bread recipe is great for hands-on lesson in the science of baking! Your fledgling baker will enjoy this tactile experience--and the final product!
Make a Seven Wonders of the World Brochure
Help your child delve into the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: he'll have fun coming up with some catchy slogans, as he delves into the ancient past.
Write Mythological Mad Libs
Help your child put a new spin on her favorite myth by turning it into a mad lib game. Guaranteed to bring the giggles, this goofy activity also packs in the learning.
Hang a Holiday Star to Watch Over You
For Filipino families, parols (stars) are the ultimate holiday decorations! Here's how to make your own.
Make Art Like the Ancient Greeks: Black-Figure Vase Painting
Ancient Greek vases were not only utilitarian, they were also visual works of art. Jump into ancient cultures by decorating your own vase in the classic Greek style.
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