Grade Five Social Studies Program
In Grade 5 Social Studies, students explore the answer to the question "What does it mean to be an American?" by studying the history, government and geography of the United States. They will investigate the historical events that led to the founding of our country, learning about Exploration, Colonization and the American Revolution. Students learn about the principles of democracy and our form of government. Students conclude their elementary Social Studies program by learning about the geography and demography of the United States today. They continue to practice the skills of Social Studies by sequencing events, analyzing cause and effect, and analyzing perspective. They will read primary sources, and be expected to read and write independently. They will complete writing assignments and research projects. They will also read and construct maps, charts, tables and graphs. The units studied are:
- U.S. History (Exploration-1790)
- Exploration
- Colonization
- American Revolution
- U.S. Government
- Regions of the United States
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Last updated by Lisa Kissinger on August 28, 2002