Social Studies Vocabulary and Geography Word Wall Cards for Bulletin Boards

Description

Bring your social studies classroom to life with social studies vocabulary cards designed specifically for Grades 3-5! Perfect for bulletin boards or word walls, these geography word wall cards help reinforce key concepts and terms your students need to know.

Designed specifically for upper elementary students, this product helps reinforce key social studies terms with clear definitions and visuals to support students learning.

Whether you use these cards for your word wall, vocabulary stations, or review games, they are perfect for improving your students’ understanding of essential social studies concepts.

These vocabulary cards are aligned to the 3rd Grade Smart and Simple Social Studies Guided Curriculum for the following units:

• Unit 1: Map and Globe Skills
• Unit 2: Physical Environment

What’s Included:

• 87 Vocabulary Cards: The colorful vocabulary cards are arranged with 2 cards per page – just print, cut, laminate, and display! Features both photographs and illustrations with easy-to-read terms and definitions.
• 2 Vocabulary Quizzes: The unit vocabulary quizzes include vocabulary matching, multiple choice, and short answer questions based on the terms in this resource.
• Answer Keys: An answer key for each of the vocabulary quizzes is included for easy grading.
• 2 Unit Word Wall Headers: Unit posters for a classroom word wall bulletin board are included to make it easy to display!
• Suggestions for Use: This page includes a variety of lesson activity ideas you can use to set up and incorporate vocabulary cards with your students.

Vocabulary Terms in this Resource

map

globe

title

compass rose

grid system

legend

scale

cardinal directions

north

south

east

west

intermediate directions

northwest

northeast

southeast

southwest

distance

small-scale maps

large-scale maps

physical map

political map

thematic map

climate map

resource map

road map

weather map

latitude

longitude

Equator

Prime Meridian

Northern Hemisphere

Southern Hemisphere

Eastern Hemisphere

Western Hemisphere

Tropic of Cancer

Tropic of Capricorn

landform

climate

natural resource

renewable resource

non-renewable resource

natural hazard

mountain

hill

plateau

valley

plain

desert

river

lake

ocean

tropical

arid

Mediterranean

temperate

polar

soil

plants

animals

fossil fuels

minerals

tornado

hurricane

flood

earthquake

landslide

drought

wildlife

adapt

modify

wetlands

habitat

pollution

economy

deforestation

ecosystem

conservation

eco-friendly

recycling

environment

air pollution

water pollution

soil pollution

noise pollution

light pollution

smog

Important Note (N.B.): Some vocabulary words may repeat or be similar across different units, as they are specifically aligned with the guided curriculum.

Why use the Smart & Simple Social Studies Vocabulary Cards?

✅ Definitions & Visuals: Each card includes a simple definition and an engaging picture to help students make connections.

✅ Flexible Use: Ideal for vocabulary practice, games, or creating interactive word walls.

✅ Aligned with Standards: Supports TEKS standards and complements the Smart and Simple Social Studies Guided Curriculum – but can be used with any social studies curriculum.

How to Use:

• Word Walls: Create a classroom display to reinforce daily vocabulary.
• Review Stations: Use the cards for independent or partner review activities.
• Games: Incorporate vocabulary games like matching or memory for a fun review.

This resource will help your students grasp the foundational social studies concepts they need to succeed while making learning interactive and engaging. Perfect for teachers seeking an easy-to-prep, flexible resource that saves time and boosts learning!

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This is a printable resource only. A digital version is not included.