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US History: Amazing Inventors, Heroes, and Game Changers

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Mrs. Lewis (B.A. Education)
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(15)
Dive into US history! Meet Ben Franklin, Harriet Tubman, Nikola Tesla, and more through engaging stories and timelines. Perfect for ages 8-11, inspiring curiosity and learning about these remarkable people.

Class Experience

US Grade 3 - 4
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Aligned with National Curriculum Standards for Social Studies (NCSS)
8 lessons//8 Weeks
 Week 1
Lesson 1
Ben Franklin
Ben's ideas, inventions and sayings are still used today.
 Week 2
Lesson 2
Abe Lincoln
Abe kept our country together. We'll look at this in an age appropriate way.
 Week 3
Lesson 3
Harriet Tubman
Students will read about Harriet Tubman's courageous life, answer questions based on a timeline, and learn about her pivotal role in the Underground Railroad and her efforts to help enslaved people gain freedom.
 Week 4
Lesson 4
George Washington Carver
Students will read about Mr. Carver's amazing life, answer questions based on a timeline, and learn about the many products we have because of his scientific discovery.
 Week 5
Lesson 5
Nikola Tesla
Students will read about Nikola Tesla's innovative life, answer questions based on a timeline, and learn about his groundbreaking contributions to electrical engineering and technology, including the development of alternating current (AC) and numerous other inventions that changed the world.
 Week 6
Lesson 6
Teddy Roosevelt
Students will create an alphabet book based on the full life of this unexpected president.
 Week 7
Lesson 7
Madame C. J. Walker
Students will read about Madame C.J. Walker's inspiring life, answer questions based on a timeline, and learn about the many products and businesses she created that revolutionized the hair care industry and empowered African American women.
 Week 8
Lesson 8
Eleanor Roosevelt
Lastly, we'll delve into the inspiring life of Eleanor Roosevelt! Students will explore her remarkable story, answer questions based on a timeline, and learn about her enduring impact on civil rights and humanitarian efforts.
I have 14 years of experience teaching in 2nd and 4th grade classrooms.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
https://www.biography.com/activists/greta-thunberg
Joined December, 2019
5.0
15reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Middle Tennessee State University
Hello, nǐ hǎo, and G'day.
I have 13 years experience teaching in elementary education: 
📚eight in 2nd grade 
📚five in 4th grade. 

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Group Class

$21

weekly or $168 for 8 classes
1x per week, 8 weeks
45 min

Live video meetings
Ages: 8-11
3-6 learners per class

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