Texas Studies Weekly
Texas Studies Weekly
Texas Studies Weekly
English version
Texas Studies Weekly is built for the future of K-6 instruction and is 100% aligned to the current TEKS.
Direct TEKS alignment with clear focus and topic for each weekly issue
Scope and Sequence completely redone to tightly align with TEKS
Assessment questions designed to reflect STAAR Reading stems
Lexiled articles and vocabulary focus on ELAR skills
More Texas-specific content
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Spanish version
Texas Studies Weekly Spanish is the same social studies curriculum, just in Spanish.
Adaptive translation completed by native speakers, and thoroughly reviewed and audited
Includes ELD lessons and slides built specifically for dual language/bilingual classrooms
Every Week includes language activities
- Spanish vocabulary cards
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Standards Correlation
Scope & Sequence
Read the TEA Learning List Review!
Texas support for Emergent Bilingual (EB)
students in Social Studies
TEKS-aligned print + digital resources in English and Spanish, with EB scaffolds built in.
Visual vocabulary, sentence frames, and newcomer-friendly scaffolds
Flexible for small districts and scalable for large multilingual programs
TEKS-aligned Social Studies units with side-by-side English/Spanish options
Built-in language objectives and leveled supports aligned to ELPS
Teacher guides with strategies for translanguaging and sheltered instruction
TELPAS-supportive tasks (integrated reading, writing, listening, speaking)
TESTIMONIALS FROM TEXAS EDUCATORS
SCIENCE
English version
Texas Science curriculum is thoughtfully crafted to meet the unique needs of Texas educators and students. It’s 100% aligned to the TEKS and ELPS and supports the 5E instructional model.
Designed specifically for Texas classrooms
100% alignment to TEKS and ELPS (outlined in the Teacher Edition)
Integrated Claims-Evidence-Reasoning strategies
Includes both formative and summative assessments
Built for modest instructional time demands
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Spanish version
Texas Ciencia es el recurso ideal para programas bilingües y de lenguaje dual. Facilita el aprendizaje de conceptos científicos mientras apoya el desarrollo del idioma académico en español.
Mismo rigor académico y estructura que la versión en inglés
Refuerza la alfabetización académica en ciencias
Facilita la conexión entre el hogar y la escuela
Apoya al maestro con materiales visuales y accesibles
Diseñado para integrarse fácilmente al tiempo de instrucción disponible
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
English version
A Tier 1 PreK–6 Health curriculum, based on the National Health Education Standards, that helps students develop physical, mental, social, academic, and emotional wellness skills.
Thematic units for synchronous implementation across schools or districts
Student and teacher editions with printables, anchor charts, related media, and videos
Home connection component to share and extend learning with parents
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Spanish version
El acceso a educación sobre salud en el idioma natal es clave para crear comunidades saludables. Este currículo ofrece:
Enseñanza estructurada de habilidades de salud mental, relaciones saludables y autocuidado
Unidades temáticas coordinadas para una implementación sincrónica en todo el distrito
Ediciones para el maestro y el estudiante con materiales imprimibles, carteles visuales y recursos multimedia
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EARLY LEARNING
The First Steps in Learning
This child-centered curriculum builds a strong learning foundation and encourages creativity, exploration, and social development.
- Based on National Health Standards & Head Start Framework
- Built on Social Studies and Science Standards
- Learning-through-play mode
- AVAILABLE IN SPANISH
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STUDIES WEEKLY ONLINE
Classroom Management
Give publication access, plan your lessons, assignments, and assessments all in one place.
Interactive Article Tools
Reading is easy with a built-in variable speed audio reader and highlighting tools.
Abundance of Resources
From primary analysis tools and printables to virtual field trips, we’ve got you covered!
Gamification
Your students earn coins by answering questions in the articles and redeem them.
WE'D LOVE TO CHAT!
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Justin Godfrey
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bilingual Education
Texas uses “Emergent Bilingual (EB)” to refer to students developing proficiency in English while continuing to grow in their home language.
Bilingual Education serves EB students using instruction in English and the student’s primary language; ESL provides intensive English instruction and supports across content areas. Districts select models per TEA rules.
Yes — core units are available in both languages with EB scaffolds (visual vocab, sentence frames, guided writing), plus teacher strategies for translanguaging and sheltered instruction.
Units are TEKS-aligned; lessons include language objectives aligned to the English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS). TELPAS-supportive tasks are embedded to practice language domains.
Yes. Flexible print/digital options scale for small districts and integrate with multilingual programs in larger districts.
See TEA’s EB Support and the TXEL portal for statewide guidance and resources.
Texas utiliza el término “estudiante bilingüe emergente (EB)” para referirse a los estudiantes que desarrollan competencia en inglés mientras continúan desarrollando su lengua materna. [Add link: TEA EB Support]
La educación bilingüe asiste a los estudiantes EB utilizando instrucción tanto en inglés como en el idioma materno del estudiante; el programa de ESL ofrece instrucción intensiva en inglés y apoyos en todas las materias. Los distritos seleccionan los modelos según las normas de la TEA. [Add link: TEA Bilingual & ESL Programs]
Las unidades están alineadas con los TEKS; las lecciones incluyen objetivos lingüísticos alineados con los ELPS. Se integran tareas compatibles con el TELPAS para practicar los dominios del lenguaje.
Sí. Las flexibles opciones impresas y digitales se adaptan a los distritos pequeños y se integran con los programas multilingües en los distritos más grandes.
Consulte el portal de apoyo para los estudiantes EB de la TEA y el portal TXEL para obtener orientación y recursos a nivel estatal. [Add links: TEA EB Support; TXEL Portal]
SOCIAL STUDIES