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United States History - A Historical and Biographical Review - With Reading
Mrs. Bettina
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(196)
We will learn early American history, including the Boston Tea Party, the Declaration of Independence, and about some key figures like Revere, Franklin, and Washington. This class is a great addition to homeschool or in-school curriculum.
Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
During this 9-week class, we will be learning about some of the people and events of the 1700s in American history. In class, we will use visual aids, discussion, and games to learn more about each writer, while out of class, students will learn even more through additional printable lessons, project-making, and reading. 🔵What will be covered? Beyond learning about some of the people, places, and events of early American history we will be learning about what led up to the formation of...
9 lessons//9 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Introduction ClassThis lesson is an introduction to the class and class expectations will be discussed. We will also review the events before the years discussed in class and what led to the American Revolution.Week 2Lesson 2The Boston Tea Party DiscussionThis class discusses how the Boston Tea Party solidified the intent of Independence from Britain and what led to it, including the various tax acts and Boston Massacre.Week 3Lesson 3Paul Revere DiscussionThis class discusses the ride of Paul Revere and William Dawes, and how it changed the course of history. We will also learn about Samuel Prescott's role and how Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem gave rise to Paul Revere's place in early American history.Week 4Lesson 4Declaration of Independence DiscussionThis class discusses what led to the decision of the Declaration, what it is about, who wrote it, its impact, and why it is still important today.Week 5Lesson 5Thomas Jefferson DiscussionThis class discusses Thomas Jefferson's role as writer of the Declaration of Independence, ambassador to France, and supporter of State's Rights.Week 6Lesson 6Benjamin Franklin DiscussionThis class discusses Benjamin Franklin's role in Early American history.Week 7Lesson 7The Constitution DiscussionThis class discusses the Constitution, but not before looking at the Articles of Confederation. We learn why the Constitution was needed and how we got the system we have today.Week 8Lesson 8Alexander Hamilton DiscussionThis class discusses Alexander Hamilton's role in early American history and his push for a bigger government reach on individuals.Week 9Lesson 9George Washington DiscussionThis class discussed George Washington as a leader of the Revolutionary War and first president of the United States.
- Learners will see why colonists felt unrepresented by their government Learners will see a chain reaction starting with the Boston Massacre and ending with a Constitution Learners will understand the differences between the Declaration and Constitution
I have been a teacher on Outschool since 2020 and I teach on 2 additional online platforms. I have a biology background, however, I studied US and World History for 3 years in college, as well as 2 years of Chinese. I have also trained in a non-credited format, for many years, with an author and speaker who specializes in teaching children character qualities. I have always enjoyed teaching. My first teaching position was in Moscow, Russia, teaching English as a second language. Since then, I’ve taught in various settings which include a cooperative, a preschool, and as a tutor in the areas of math, science, and English. I also am a homeschool mom! I have taught this class to different groups at a cooperative, for both lower and upper elementary students. I enjoy teaching a subject or principle and including different areas of study along with the original idea.
2 - 4 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: 1-2 per weekFeedback: includedDetails: Reading of the weekly book and book based project. I will also send links and printables to aid in the experience.Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: I generally do not "grade" but if parents do want something more formal, I am willing to do so with prior notice.Grading
Frequency: includedDetails:
While not designed for any needs, I do understand various types of learning and learning needs. This is why I include different ways to deliver materials and instructions.
Students will need a copy of the book though it doesn't have to be present during class... for those that might need to return library books prior to class, no worries. I would recommend using post-it notes for learners to take down ideas while reading. This makes it easier to share thoughts in class. I would also recommend having a notebook and pencil handy for other note taking during class. I do not focus on learners taking notes but if they would like to remember something, having those items makes it easier.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
History is full of things that can be unpleasant. During our reading we will learn about things like war, slavery, illness, but we will also see how people overcame much of this, and we will learn how not to repeat the mistakes made in the past. This is a safe environment to learn in and a great place to express our feelings about events of the past.
We refer to the Constitution (including Bill of Rights) and the Declaration quite a bit during this class.
Joined February, 2020
4.9
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Hi, my name is Bettina! I have been a teacher on Outschool since 2020 and I teach on 2 additional online platforms. I have a biology background, however, I studied US and World History for 3 years in college, as well as 2 years of Chinese. I have...
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Group Class
$13
weekly or $117 for 9 classes1x per week, 9 weeks
55 min
Completed by 121 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
3-8 learners per class
