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The United States (American) Civil War for Kids!
Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
This flexible schedule class will explore the American Civil War in a kid-friendly way. As a flex class, we will not meet live! Each week will be a flexible schedule. We will study the following topics over the course of 4 weeks: Week 1: Why did the America Go to War? (Causes: We will discuss the role of westward expansion and slavery.) Week 2: The American Civil War: 1861-1863 Week 3: The American Civil War: 1863-1865 Week 4: The End of the American Civil War and Its...
4 lessons//4 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Causes of the American Civil WarIn this lesson, we learn about the causes of the American Civil War.Week 2Lesson 2An Overview of the American Civil WarIn this lesson, we take an overview study of the American Civil War.Week 3Lesson 3Major Battles of the American Civil WarIn this lesson, we learn about the major battles that occurred during the American Civil War.Week 4Lesson 4The Aftermath of the American Civil WarIn this lesson, we learn about the aftermath of the American Civil War.
I am a K-12 Teacher, Historian, Criminologist, and Sociologist, as well as an experienced online teacher. American History is my specialty and personal passion, along with focusing on teaching American History for kids! I have studied these topics in depth and am well read on the subjects, and continue to devote time to learning about new developments, theories, and discoveries.
No materials will need to be purchased.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
3 Teaching Certificates
California Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
California Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Arizona Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Master's Degree in Mathematics from Western Governors University
Hello! My name is Katrina! I am a graduate of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, where I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Minor in Sociology (completed in 3 years!). I also graduated with my Master of Arts...
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Ages: 9-14