Studies Weekly curriculum specialists create engaging lesson plans to support elementary school teachers and give children an exciting, hands-on learning experience.
Grade Levels: 3-5 Strands: Civics and Government, Geography, Economics, History Why: (Purpose) Cooperative Learning Collaborative team-based tasks Encourages responsibility and self-management Deep Learning Collaborative learning Self-directed learning Effective communication Developing…
Lesson 3: How Does the Government Work? (Grades K-3)Sep. 18, 2020 • Studies Weekly Weekly Summary: When the Revolutionary War ended in 1781, the United States was left without an…
Lesson 2: Who Gets to Vote (Grades: 4-5)Sep. 18, 2020 • Studies Weekly Weekly Summary: Voting today, with some exceptions, is considered a universal right for American citizens. If you…
Lesson 1: Why Do We Make Decisions? (Grades: 4-5)Sep. 18, 2020 • Studies Weekly Objective for the Lesson: Students will understand the decision-making process on both an individual and a…
Lesson 2: Why Do We Have Leaders? (Grades: K-3)Sep. 15, 2020 • Studies Weekly Learning Objectives: Students will understand why leaders are important. Students will understand what a leader experiences.…
Grades: K-5 Strands: All Why: (Purpose) Higher Student Achievement Engages students in a classroom or small group discussion, and students learn by listening to classmates and discussing what they See,…
Lesson 1: Why Do We Make Decisions? (Grades: K-3)Sep 12, 2020 • Studies Weekly Learning Objectives: Students will understand what a decision is. Students will recognize decisions that they make.…
Graphic OrganizersSep. 10, 2020 • Studies Weekly Grade Levels: K-8 Social Studies Strands: Government and Civics, Geography, Economics, History, Culture Why: (Purpose) Graphic organizers align with deep learning by helping students develop critical thinking skills…
Teaching about Asian Pacific American Heritage MonthApril 23, 2020 • Studies Weekly Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is a great opportunity to incorporate culturally responsive teaching into students’ learning experience.…