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History and Geography Course for 4th, 5th, 6th Grade Students

In this ongoing course students will build a strong foundation in World, and American History, and Geography.
USA's Prestige Worldwide Education
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What's included

1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per week
Homework
1 hour per week. Homework is optional, worksheets that expand the lessons will be provided.

Class Experience

US Grade 4 - 6
Step into a captivating journey of discovery as students join our ongoing history and geography course for 4th - 6th. Where they can enroll at any point and explore a new and exciting topic each week. Through this engaging learning experience, students will gain in-depth knowledge of diverse civilizations, cultures, and develop a strong foundation and a love for history.

Throughout the course, students will not only expand their historical understanding but also develop essential core vocabulary skills. Our experienced teacher will provide engaging storytelling sessions, sharing captivating stories from multiple texts through screen sharing. To deepen their comprehension and reinforce learning, students will be provided with thoughtfully designed worksheets.
The course commences with an exploration of the Mediterranean region, where learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of its geography. They will delve into the captivating world of ancient Rome, journeying through Roman mythology, early Rome, the Roman Republic, Julius Caesar, Cleopatra, Caesar Augustus, the Roman Empire, Pompeii, and the rise of Christianity. In addition, students will examine ancient Rome's political ideas, institutions, architecture, literature, historical sources, and analyze the rise and fall of Rome through essay writing.

Students will also embark on an exciting study of rivers, using maps and globes to locate continents, major oceans, and significant world rivers. They will explore the benefits and dangers associated with rivers, learn about ancient civilizations and modern cities established near rivers, and understand how rivers have played a pivotal role in major historical events. Some of the rivers studied include the Ganges, Indus, Yellow (Huang He), Yangtze (Chang Jiang), Tigris, Euphrates, Nile, Niger, Congo, Amazon, Orinoco, Mississippi, Mackenzie, Yukon, Murray, Darling, Volga, Danube, and Rhine.

Future topics in this engaging course include an exploration of the Vikings, the earliest Americans, Canada, the exploration of North America, and the Thirteen Colonies.

Join us in this English-taught course and watch as your child's understanding and appreciation of history and geography flourish, one captivating topic at a time.


Ancient Rome
Ancient Rome Romulus and Remus
Roman Gods and Goddesses 
The Roman Republic
The Punic Wars 
Week of May 1st Julius Caesar
Cleopatra, Queen of Egypt
Caesar Augustus
Roman Lands 
Roads, Bridges, and Aqueducts
The Buildings of Rome 
Gladiators and Chariot Races 
Pompeii 
The Vikings
The Earliest Americans
Canada
Exploration of North America
The Thirteen Colonies

Other Details

Parental Guidance
The teacher will share screen. There is no account needed for this class. We may use Nearpod, Google drive, Google Sides, Baamboozle, and Kahoot.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
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Teacher expertise and credentials
We are a dedicated group of teachers with a diverse range of expertise, committed to fostering a love for learning and creating a sense of belonging among our students. With a longstanding history in education since 1995, our experienced administrators prioritize hiring quality educators who possess a genuine passion for teaching and the ability to cater to the needs of diverse learners.

Our faculty comprises a team of experts specializing in various fields, including M.A. Special Education, M.A. in Math, B.A. in Philosophy, Science, B.A. in History, English Language Arts, Writing, English as a Second Language, Master in Guitar, Magic the Gathering, Film Analysis, Gaming, Homesteading, Farming, Gardening, Culinary Arts, Foreign Languages, Debate, Novel Studies, Book Clubs, Yoga, Nutrition, Physical Fitness, Anatomy and more. Their expertise ensures a well-rounded and engaging educational experience for our students.

At our school, we offer a wide range of courses to cater to different interests and learning needs. These include one-time classes, ongoing courses, semester-long classes, camps, and recorded lessons. Our commitment lies in consistently providing enjoyable and captivating courses that pique the interest of our learners.

Join us and discover a vibrant learning community that fosters a love for knowledge and personal growth.

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weekly
1x per week
50 min

Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
1-6 learners per class

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