World War 2 for Kids!
In this exploratory class, we will learn about World War 2, focusing on its causes, major battles, and how it impacted the world.
Katrina
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What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
This introductory class will explore World War Two from a global view in a kid-friendly way. We will study the following topics over the course of 4 weeks: Week 1: What Caused World War Two? Week 2: The World at War: 1939-1945 Week 3: Major Battles of World War Two Week 4: Effects of World War Two on the World Students will demonstrate their learning through participation in the weekly classroom activities (no live meetings). *Each lesson will be delivered via a prerecorded video that will be uploaded into the classroom every week. Each week, students will be assigned an activity to complete related to the prerecorded video. The instructor will be available to help and will provide individual feedback throughout the course. By the end of the 4 weeks, students will: Demonstrate and strengthen abilities to present historical information. Strengthen note-taking skills. Compare/contrast/synthesize and analyze information. Exercise critical thinking and communication skills in formal and informal discussions.
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
The Causes of World War 2
In this lesson, we learn about what caused World War 2! Lesson 2:
World War 2: An Overview
In this lesson, we take an overview study of World War 2. Lesson 3:
World War 2: Key Battles & Events
In this lesson, we learn about key battles and events that occurred during World War 2. Lesson 4:
The Aftermath of World War 2
In this lesson, we learn about the aftermath from World War 2. Other Details
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No materials will need to be purchased.
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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
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.Reviews
Self-Paced Class
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weekly4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher support
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