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Social Studies for Fourth Graders - Geography of the United States

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Learning Adventures Academy
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In this ongoing class, learners will explore the themes of geography, history, economics, and civics. Learners will travel around the United States and learn about the different regions.

Class Experience

US Grade 4
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Aligned with National Curriculum Standards for Social Studies (NCSS)
37 lessons//37 Weeks
 Week 1
Lesson 1
Using Maps
 Week 2
Lesson 2
Finding Places On Maps
 Week 3
Lesson 3
Regions of the United States
 Week 4
Lesson 4
Benefits and Costs / Needs and Wants
 Week 5
Lesson 5
Goods or Services
 Week 6
Lesson 6
Supply and Demand
 Week 7
Lesson 7
Taxes
 Week 8
Lesson 8
Three Branches of Government
 Week 9
Lesson 9
Legislative Branch
 Week 10
Lesson 10
Executive Branch
 Week 11
Lesson 11
Judicial Branch
 Week 12
Lesson 12
Local and State Governments
 Week 13
Lesson 13
The Northeast Region
 Week 14
Lesson 14
Northeast Native Americans
 Week 15
Lesson 15
Shaping A Nation
 Week 16
Lesson 16
Cities in the Northeast
 Week 17
Lesson 17
Industry in the Northeast
 Week 18
Lesson 18
The Southeast Region
 Week 19
Lesson 19
Southeast Native Americans
 Week 20
Lesson 20
Civil Rights Movement
 Week 21
Lesson 21
The Space Program
 Week 22
Lesson 22
The Southeast Natural Disasters
 Week 23
Lesson 23
The Southwest Region
 Week 24
Lesson 24
Southwest Indigenous Peoples
 Week 25
Lesson 25
Arts in the Southwest
 Week 26
Lesson 26
San Antonio, Texas
 Week 27
Lesson 27
Reservations in the Southwest
 Week 28
Lesson 28
The Midwest Region
 Week 29
Lesson 29
Indigenous Peoples in the Midwest
 Week 30
Lesson 30
Important People from the Midwest
 Week 31
Lesson 31
Industry in the Midwest
 Week 32
Lesson 32
Chicago, Illinois
 Week 33
Lesson 33
The West
 Week 34
Lesson 34
National Parks
 Week 35
Lesson 35
The Gold Rush
 Week 36
Lesson 36
History of Hawaii
 Week 37
Lesson 37
Natural Disasters in the West
  • Learners will be able to identify and locate the five major regions of the United States (Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, Southwest, and West) on a map.
  • Learners will explore the unique cultural, historical, and economic characteristics of each U.S. region.
  • Learners will understand and describe the diverse climates and natural environments found in each U.S. region.
  • Learners will investigate and explain the major industries and economic activities that characterize each region.
  • Learners will recognize and appreciate how the different regions contribute to the diversity and unity of the United States as a whole.
I have over twenty years of experience working with and teaching students.  I have a bachelor's degree in both History and Economics.  My master's degree is in Higher Education.  I also have a Juris Doctorate degree in Law.  Most importantly, I have a passion for teaching, history in particular! 
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: 1-2 per week
Feedback: included
Details: Each week, an assignment will be posted in the Outschool classroom. Feedback will be given on turned-in assignments.
Letter Grade
Frequency: included
Details: Feedback will be given on assignments that are turned in. A grade will be given at the parent's request.
Certificate of Completion
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Joined May, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Doctoral Degree from Salmon P. Chase College of Law - Northern Kentucky University
Amanda Smith
Master's Degree in Education from University of Louisville
Amanda Smith
Bachelor's Degree in History from Western Kentucky University
Amanda Smith
At Learning Adventures Academy, we believe that education should be a journey filled with curiosity, creativity, and joy. Our online learning academy is designed specifically for young minds, providing an engaging and interactive classroom... 

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Group Class

$15

weekly or $555 for 37 classes
1x per week, 37 weeks
45 min

Completed by 136 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-11
3-15 learners per class

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