Social Studies

May 4, 2020-May 8, 2020

Chapter 9: "A New Birth of Freedom"

Day 1 - Chapter 9 Lesson 2: Battle of Gettysburg and Soldier Life

In this lesson, you will be learning about the Battle of Gettysburg and the life of a soldier during the Civil War.

While completing the lesson below, we recommend you use the "Week of 5/4 SS Guided Notes for Chapter 9 Lesson 2" Google Doc posted on Google Classroom, or you can complete your notes with paper and pencil.

Day 2 - Chapter 9 Lesson 2: The End of the Civil War

In this lesson, you will be learning about the end of the Civil War, and the lasting effects it had on the United States of America.

While completing the lesson below, we recommend you use the "Week of 5/4 SS Guided Notes for Chapter 9 Lesson 2" Google Doc posted on Google Classroom, or you can complete your notes with paper and pencil.

Complete the Google Form Below

Grade 4 SS Chapter 9 Vocabulary.pdf

Click on the button to download a copy of the vocabulary words for your reference.

Enrichment Activities

Click on the image to the right to access the game. Good luck!

When you create your Quizizz name, enter your first name and the first letter of your last name only.

For example: Kevin M.

Finding Freedom Road



Check out the Google Slide with two great project ideas for you can complete at home!

Learn about the Underground Railroad in the National Geographic's The Underground Railroad: Journey to Freedom interactive game. You’ll be given information which you’ll use to make decisions. See if you can make it safely to the North.

Henry's Freedom Box


Henry’s Freedom Box tells the true story of Henry Brown. Listen to the story here.

Read the article to learn about the little known battles of the Civil War that happened AFTER the end of the Civil War.