5th grade covers American History, from Early Native Americans to the Revolutionary War. Our curriculum provides an engaging, inquiry-based learning experience that is grounded in primary sources. Students learn to think historically, civically, spatially, and economically. We spark student's interest and empower them to ask questions and think critically to make a difference. Our class blends content, inquiry, and multiple perspectives to help students understand the forces that shape the world in which they live.
Year at a Glance:
Native Americans
Exploration
Colonies
American Revolution
Click through the pictures of 5th grades primary source show and tell. The students worked on understanding and distinguishing between primary and secondary sources. Then they went home and found an example to bring back to school the next day. It was a wonderful class getting to know student's backgrounds and have them show off items that their family is proud of.