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Third - Fourth Grade Social Studies Full Year Curriculum (History, Geography, Civics, and Economics for 3rd & 4th Graders)
Kara Agyekum
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5.0
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In this fun and exploratory weekly course, your learner will experience the past, see the world, and engage in the present! Led by an experienced, Master-level teacher and designed to meet NCSS learning standards. Let's explore!
Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 4
Intermediate Level
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Aligned with National Curriculum Standards for Social Studies (NCSS)
Experience the past, engage in the present, explore the world, and grow together in Third & Fourth Grade Social Studies with Mrs. A! This engaging Social Studies class is led by a licensed and experienced third-grade teacher with a Masters degree in Teaching. Learners meet once a week to experience fun, interactive, and exploratory lessons. We pack each experience full of engaging activities and exploration! Throughout the school year, this class will cover all elements of Social Studies as...
7 units//38 lessons//38 Weeks
Unit 1CultureCulture3 lessons3 WeeksWeek 1Lesson 1My CultureWelcome to class! We will discuss our families’ traditions, heritage, favorite foods & our communities. NOTE: Monday's group will start one week early (8/19), to make up for no class on Labor Day, 9/2)Week 2Lesson 2Cultures around the World"Travel" together to Ghana, Costa Rica, China and Australia, exploring and understanding cultures.Week 3Lesson 3Cultural CelebrationsDiscover holiday traditions from around the world and create a new holiday with classmates.Unit 2HistoryHistory10 lessons10 WeeksWeek 4Lesson 4Dinosaurs, Mummies & Robots, oh my!Explore how historical eras have impacted communities and children's lives.Week 5Lesson 5A Street Through TimeObserve changes in a street over hundreds and thousands of years, and analyze reasons for these changes.Week 6Lesson 6Ancient EgyptExplore the architecture, achievements and culture of Ancient Egypt and solve some fun Hieroglyphic riddles!Week 7Lesson 7The RenaissanceHear stories of how different people groups achieve great things by working together!Week 8Lesson 8Ancient History of the USAWho were the first people in the "USA" ...what was it like, and how did they arrive?Week 9Lesson 9The American RevolutionLearn how the USA came to be the nation it is today & research your own state's history!Week 10Lesson 10Sacagawea's TimelineTake a look at the life story of Sacagawea and line up the major events of the time; learn how timelines work & how to make our own!Week 11Lesson 11Slavery in the USALearn about some famous enslaved individuals who dedicated their lives to helping others!Week 12Lesson 12The Domino Effect of HistoryObserve chain reactionS & cause and effect as we discover how some of today's most commonly used items were discovered in funny, accidental and surprising ways!Week 13Lesson 13Current EventsHow will the events of today be remembered the history books of the future?Unit 3Communities and ResourcesCommunities and Resources5 lessons5 WeeksWeek 14Lesson 14Communities and their Natural ResourcesLearn about a historic community that solved a big problem! No Class on November 28: Thanksgiving. The lesson from week 14 will be taught Thursday, January 2Week 15Lesson 15Resources in the BackyardTake a look at a map of the USA and identify what natural resources & human resources are found in our own local communities!Week 16Lesson 16Scarcity of ResourcesLearn how producers and consumers work through scarcity & opportunity cost; wants vs. needs, and making decisions.Week 17Lesson 17Renewable vs. Nonrenewable ResourcesIdentify different social and environmental consequences of energy consumption, & what kids can do for the environment!Week 18Lesson 18Town HallHow do communities work through challenges? Who are community workers? Project: lead a town hall meeting!Unit 4GovernmentGovernment6 lessons6 WeeksWeek 19Lesson 19Community Participation & VotingLearn about civic responsibilities and taking part in change for the community! Role play a local election!Week 20Lesson 20How a Bill Becomes a LawHow are changes made? Who is involved and what is the process like? Role play a congressional meeting and draft, discuss, and vote a bill into law!Week 21Lesson 21The Three Branches of GovernmentLearn how the 3 branches of government come to be! Discuss & practice acting as legislators, court justices & the president, using checks and balances and making important decisions.Week 22Lesson 22Rights, Rules and ResponsibilitiesTake a look at the US Constitution, and learn about the Bill of Rights! Discuss rules and responsibilities in your life & create your own family's bill of rightsWeek 23Lesson 23Levels of GovernmentLearn about and identify local vs. state and national government roles & resources. Who does what and what would we do without them?Week 24Lesson 24If I Were in Charge of the WorldHear the story of someone who made it his mission to rule the world! Read a funny poem about ruling the world, and decide what you'd do if you were in charge.Unit 5EconomicsEconomics7 lessons7 WeeksWeek 25Lesson 25Big Money, Small Money, My MoneyBuild your understanding of taxes, community spending and our own money at home!Week 26Lesson 26Neighborhood EconomicsWork together to identify consumerism from different places in your life and track the supply chain backwards (goods, services, producers, consumers).Week 27Lesson 27The Journey of a T-ShirtIdentify the supply chain that has changed recently allowing for mass transportation, global exchange, and the impact of others in our own homes.Week 28Lesson 28Saving, Spending, GivingLearn how to make a budget and discuss the different ways to earn money, as well as how to manage it now and in the future!Week 29Lesson 29Let's go to the bank!Learn about different financial institutions, tools, and processes and sort out some new economic vocabulary in a fun way!Week 30Lesson 30The History of EconomnicsHear a story about how exchange worked long ago and explore the nature of trade, bartering, and different currencies over time.Week 31Lesson 31EntrepreneurshipHear about some real-life child entrepreneurs and become one yourself! Create a business plan, make a budget, and advertise your product!Unit 6GeographyGeography5 lessons5 WeeksWeek 32Lesson 32Intro to GeographyHow do maps work? What is the difference between continents, countries, and cities? Identify the oceans, & learn cardinal directions.Week 33Lesson 33Using a Landform MapWhat can we learn from a map and how do I use it to connect with the real world? (map symbols, keys, legends, & types of landforms)Week 34Lesson 34Topographical Maps and the Human FootprintHow do human choices change the terrain, environments, & future of local communities? Look at contour maps and identify the human footprint on Earth's surface.Week 35Lesson 35Let's plan a Trip!Use a map to plan a trip of your own! Use latitude, longitude, and coordinates to identify the place on the map and in the real world.Week 36Lesson 36Stories of ImmigrationWhy do people move from place to place? Meet some immigrants, map their journey, and hear their stories!Unit 7Bringing it all together!Bringing it all together!2 lessons2 WeeksWeek 37Lesson 37Becoming AnthropologistsIdentify the natural and social features that impact cultures around the world. Use primary and secondary sources to explore ancient cultures!Week 38Lesson 38Social Studies CloserPlay a game together to identify why history, geography, economics & civics matter to kids and families today.
- NCSS and Core Standards guide the learning goals for this course, centering on history, geography, civics, economics. communities, cultures, and global awareness.
Degrees, Licensing & Teaching Experience: Masters of Arts in Teaching Bachelor of Arts in Teaching Licensed Teacher (K-6) in Iowa TESOL 5 years experience teaching in person (3rd grade) 5 years experience teaching online (ages 6-10) Cultural & Global Perspectives: Multi-Racial, International Family Extended Travel to Africa, Central America & Across the USA Experience living with individuals from Costa Rica, Ghana & Norway Cultural & World Travel Teacher Experience teaching students from North America, South America, Africa, Asia, Europe & Australia
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: 1-2 per weekFeedback: as neededDetails: Each week, students will receive an assignment to continue learning outside of class. Assignments are typically inquiry-based or project-based learning where students can dive deeper into the topic through research, critical thinking, creativity, or interaction within their own community. While homework assignments are not required, they are highly recommended to get the most out of lessons and meet our learning goals. Homework is due one week after it is assigned. Mrs. A will respond to homework by posting comments within a week of the assignment due date.Grading
Frequency: 7 or more throughout the classDetails: Mrs. A will give feedback on each assignment submission by responding to students within a week or 2 of the due date.
Sometimes our homework includes a worksheet. It's handy to have a printer available for this but definitely not required. Homework is made available after class and due the following week.
While discussions about culture and history can pose the possibility of discussions on discrimination and racism, you can be assured that your instructor is prepared and experienced in discussing these topics. While racism is real and present, it is also a true part of our world's history. It will be discussed in a way that reflects the realities of our world's history and the need for kindness and acceptance of people of all backgrounds. Any expression of direct discrimination or unkindness inside the classroom will be addressed and followed up after class. Students may be removed or addressed formally through Outschool Safety & Support.
NCSS Learning standards All Learning Standards for individual states across the nation National Geographic for Kids Brittanica for Kids Time Kids Variety of books in print including: Same Same but Different All Are Welcome 1000 Facts About Ancient Egypt If You Were a Kid Building A Pyramid My Food Our Food Your Food (How are We Alike and Different) Where Are You From? A Child Through Time Courageous People who Changed the World A Street Through Time (A 12,000 Year Long Journey Along the Same Street) Timeline: A Visual History of Our World The Day the War Came War Boy Rags: Hero Dog of WWI National Council for Social Studies Common Core Learning Standards
Joined May, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Iowa Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Morningside University
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Concordia University, St. Paul
Hello! I am Kara Agyekum, but you can call me Mrs. A. I've been an educator since 2012, teaching in public and private schools, as well as online. I hold a teaching license in Iowa, with a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and a Masters of...
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Group Class
$22
weekly or $830 for 38 classes1x per week, 38 weeks
45 min
Completed by 308 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-11
3-12 learners per class
