5th Grade humanities
This week, learners will continue reading the book George vs. George: The American Revolution As Seen From Both Sides and engage in more activities that encourage them to dive deeper into specific aspects and events of the American Revolution. The question that will be posed is:
Should people in the colonies have fought for independence from Britain? Learners will need to choose from the side/perspective of a Loyalist or Patriot. Learners will then begin writing a shorter (about 3 paragraphs) opinion piece from the perspective of a Loyalist or Patriot. Their writing will be “published” in a colonial newspaper. Their editorial will include the following: Title Hook Opinion statement 2-3 main reasons and supporting facts Clinching statement
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Learners will wrap up activities from Friday on the French and Indian War, and we will begin our next social studies unit on the American Revolution. We will also return to opinion writing in conjunction with this social studies unit.
This week, learners will begin reading the book George vs. George: The American Revolution As Seen From Both Sides and engage in accompanying activities that encourage them to dive deeper into specific aspects and events of the American Revolution. Learners will take notes comparing and contrasting two leaders in the American Revolution, George Washington and King George III, and reflect on how loyalist and patriot perspectives differed in key events of the Revolution. This unit will culminate in learners taking on the role of a loyalist or patriot and writing an editorial opinion piece responding to the question: Should people in the colonies have fought for independence from Britain? Learners will utilize information they learned from George vs. George and primary source documents to bolster their argument for their side. This week, fifth graders will be assigned an identity (group 1- members of legislative body/white male property owners, group 2- African, Native American, European indentured, enslaved, and free laborers). Learners will read 4 laws regarding slavery and respond to questions based on their identity. They will also continue to watch a documentary on slavery and respond to questions throughout the movie. Towards the end of the week, learners will begin learning about about the French Indian War.
Welcome back! This week, learners will wrap up their work on their colony presentations, and present their Google Slides or Prezi to a small group of peers. Learners will be assessed on their speaking/presentation skills, as well as the organization and details of the information in their presentation.
We will continue our social studies unit on the colonies, focusing on the development of colonial economy and trade, as well as the introduction and role of slavery in America.. Learners will read informational passages, watch video clips, and respond to questions. |
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