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What our lesson guides include
Overview: The SS History Learning Roadmap Gr5-6 lesson guide introduces students to concepts and material that explore these unique areas of social studies. Students will study a number of varying subjects that align with NCSS standards. In total, the SS History guide includes 80 lessons.
Learn Bright learning roadmaps are useful tools for organizing your teaching agenda, whether in the classroom or at home. The social studies roadmaps are divided into general subject areas: civics, economics, geography, and history. This roadmap includes the lessons for the 5-6 grade band in history. It lists the lessons in alphabetical order, and you will find the grade band associated with the lesson below the lesson title. Note that some lessons fall into more than one subject area or grade band.
Teaching Schedule
Because there is no national standard for teaching topics related to social studies, you can choose any number of these lessons to teach your students throughout the years. Many lessons relate well to each other, and you may benefit from teaching multiple lessons at the same time. For instance, the SS History Learning Roadmap Gr5-6 lesson guide includes separate lessons for several significant women in history, such as Helen Keller and Harriet Tubman. You could teach these lessons at the same time during a week dedicated to the accomplishments of women in American and world history. Feel free to be flexible and adjust when necessary to fit your unique needs!
SS History Learning Roadmap Gr5-6 lesson guide
The learning roadmap for the social studies history subjects includes 80 lesson plans. The topics vary from Anne Frank to the Middle Ages to the Roman Empire. The state educational standards for every lesson, which align with NCSS standards, are on the individual lesson product pages. Below is a short list of lessons from this roadmap. Each lesson contains a brief description that explains what students will learn.
Social Studies History Lessons
- Ancient Egypt—Students will learn about the history of this civilization and its culture. They will discover facts about the specific periods or kingdoms that ruled during this time. They will also learn what life was like for the Egyptians who lived during this period of time. This lesson is for students in 4th grade, 5th grade, and 6th grade.
- Harriet Tubman—Harriet Tubman introduces students to the life and accomplishments of this incredible historical figure. Students will discover interesting facts about the Underground Railroad and Harriet’s contributions to it. They will also learn about her early life and lasting impact on history. This lesson is for students in 4th grade, 5th grade, and 6th grade.
- Wounded Knee Massacre—In this lesson, students learn about this tragic event and its historical significance. They will discover that historians are unsure of the exact cause because of differing accounts. They will also learn about the historical site where those killed during the massacre are buried. This lesson is for students in 5th grade and 6th grade
