Social Studies Grade 5 A/B

Social Studies Grade 5, Semester A, begins with a study of the causes and effects of the American Revolution, investigates how British taxation following the French and Indian War created the discontent that led colonists to declare independence, and then explores the causes of the drafting of the US Constitution. The articles of the Constitution, the powers of each branch of government, and the rights of citizens protected by the Bill of Rights are examined. Social studies skills are applied, and primary sources, maps, graphs, and timelines are used to analyze this period of  United States history.

Social Studies Grade 5, Semester B, explores United States expansion, The Civil War, Reconstruction, Westward expansion, The Transcontinental Railroad, Economic and Urban Changes, and reform movements. Investigations include key historical events of the topics arranged chronologically,  while also refining map skills, working with timelines and graphs, and analyzing causes and effects.

The materials needed for this course include standard school supplies and specified activity materials."

Coming this summer!