5th Grade Social Studies' Updates
4-11-19
There is a quiz tomorrow on American Indian Cultural Regions. The students have had their study guide for over a week and have had time both in class and at home. We've played lots of study games using Kahoot! and Quizizz, too. Today, the students were given all the correct answers and have a game code they can use to practice on Quizizz. Below is a copy of the study guide and answer key.
Study Guide
Answer Key
2-27-19
There is a quiz on Friday, March 1, 2019. Students received a study guide last Wednesday. You can click here to view it.
Click here for the ANSWER KEY!!!
2-12-19
Now that students know about the early civilizations who lived in North and South America, they will learn how explorers discovered the Americas and the impact they had on it. We'll begin by diving into the waters of the Atlantic Ocean and exploring artifacts left behind by the Europeans who dared to cross the ocean. We'll learn about the tools they used to get there and what they did when they met natives. Finally, each students will research an early explorer and present their explorer to the class.
1-25-19
Today, I returned the students' Weekly Reader assignment. Some students did an excellent job and earned a perfect score. Those students will be receiving a postcard in the mail, notifying you of their success. All other students were given an opportunity to correct their mistakes during class today. Students could earn partial credit for fixing their answers, and full credit for fixing the answers and including the page number or title of the article where they found the correct answer. It is my goal to update all corrected assignments by Tuesday, January 29, 2019. Thank you!
1-23-19
Students finished researching their early civilizations. Now, they are working on either a digital or physical display in order to compare and contrast the civilizations of the Mississippians, Mayans, Aztecs, and Inca. They are using their chromebooks to find images to either draw, print, or insert on a Google Slide. Next, students will create a museum piece using supplies they can gather from home and school. Pictures will be posted soon.
1-10-19
Upon returning to school, students began the exciting adventure of discovering the early civilizations of the Mississippians, Mayans, Aztecs, and Inca. Each student has a project packet which is brought to class every day. Students are currently researching their assigned civilization and will eventually share their amazing discoveries with their team of 4 or 5 students. Once students have learned about all of the civilizations, they will begin comparing and contrasting the civilizations in categories such as government, society, religion, products and games, and agriculture. Students have also been using Google Cardboard to see the ruins of these early civilizations. We've visited Machu Picchu, the Great Serpent Mound, Chichen Izta, and Tenochtitlan, among others. Check it out on Google Maps.
12-10-18
Today, we began our unit on timelines. Students were reminded what a timeline is and why we use it. Next, we'll talk about multiple-tier timelines and how we use them to compare events that may have occurred around the same time period. At the end of the unit, students will be able to compose a multiple-tier timeline. They will use it to compare their life events to events that have occurred at the local, state, and national level. You can view today's presentation by logging on to Schoology and clicking the "Timeline" link, or you can click here.
11-26-18
We are halfway through our unit on government. Today, students took notes and answered questions about the three types of governments. It is each student's responsibility to get caught up on any absent work. Students should answer these questions on page 15 in their social studies' notebook.
This week in Social Studies, students are learning about public issues. Students can use multiple sources and appropriate communication tools to locate, investigate, organize and communicate information on a public issue. Students can use almanacs, maps, trade books, periodicals, newspapers, photographs, and digital resources to gather information. They will take this information and identify and organize the main ideas and supporting details. The topic for this unit is, "Are zoos beneficial or cruel to animals?" Please click on helpful websites for the links to the websites we will be using in class.
11-19-20
Study for the quiz tomorrow. Below is a copy of the study guide answer key.
Study Guide Answer Key
11-16-18
ATTENTION STUDENTS!!! READ THIS!!!
Due to inclement weather and school closing on Thursday, the quiz has been moved to Tuesday, November 20, 2018. Please click on the link below to check your answers and play study games.
QUIZLET <-------------- Click here for answers
11-14-18
Students have been learning about the three main types of government: democracy, monarchy (absolute and constitutional), and dictatorship. Students will be able to tell the difference between a government with limited power and one with unlimited power. Students have watched videos and can define each of the three governments. This week, students will complete their study guide, a packet on government, and gummy bear drawings in their notebook. Below is a copy of the study guide for students practice studying.
Government Study Guide
10-25-18
This week, students are finishing learning about the regions of the US, North America, and South America. Students are creating their own raps to display in the hallway. You may find inspiration from the links listed under "Regions" on the helpful websites page.
10-3-18
The quiz on latitude and longitude has been moved to Friday, October 5th.
9-20-18
Latitude and longitude is the focus for this week. Please click on helpful websites and enjoy the games. Use them to practice finding coordinates.
9-5-18
Geography is the focus of the first quarter. Students have been learning about map skills and have been looking at maps of North America, the Western Hemisphere, and the World. Students must be able to label maps of North America and the World for this first test. Students have had these maps for over a week. Students can practice studying at home by themselves, with a family member, or by using the website, Quizizz. To use Quizizz, click on this link and enter the code 464788 to study North America, or 788999 to study continents and oceans. Happy studying! Students who use their first and last name and place height on the leaderboard earn pride tags.
8-20-18
Welcome to 5th grade Social Studies! Check back often to find out what we're doing in class. This week, we're getting to know each other, learning about classroom procedures, and preparing for the end of the school year. That's right—the end of the school year! Students will write letters to themselves, measure and record their height, and make predictions to include in their personal time capsule. On the last day of school, students can revisit their first day and see how much they have each grown, literally and figuratively.
There is a quiz tomorrow on American Indian Cultural Regions. The students have had their study guide for over a week and have had time both in class and at home. We've played lots of study games using Kahoot! and Quizizz, too. Today, the students were given all the correct answers and have a game code they can use to practice on Quizizz. Below is a copy of the study guide and answer key.
Study Guide
Answer Key
2-27-19
There is a quiz on Friday, March 1, 2019. Students received a study guide last Wednesday. You can click here to view it.
Click here for the ANSWER KEY!!!
2-12-19
Now that students know about the early civilizations who lived in North and South America, they will learn how explorers discovered the Americas and the impact they had on it. We'll begin by diving into the waters of the Atlantic Ocean and exploring artifacts left behind by the Europeans who dared to cross the ocean. We'll learn about the tools they used to get there and what they did when they met natives. Finally, each students will research an early explorer and present their explorer to the class.
1-25-19
Today, I returned the students' Weekly Reader assignment. Some students did an excellent job and earned a perfect score. Those students will be receiving a postcard in the mail, notifying you of their success. All other students were given an opportunity to correct their mistakes during class today. Students could earn partial credit for fixing their answers, and full credit for fixing the answers and including the page number or title of the article where they found the correct answer. It is my goal to update all corrected assignments by Tuesday, January 29, 2019. Thank you!
1-23-19
Students finished researching their early civilizations. Now, they are working on either a digital or physical display in order to compare and contrast the civilizations of the Mississippians, Mayans, Aztecs, and Inca. They are using their chromebooks to find images to either draw, print, or insert on a Google Slide. Next, students will create a museum piece using supplies they can gather from home and school. Pictures will be posted soon.
1-10-19
Upon returning to school, students began the exciting adventure of discovering the early civilizations of the Mississippians, Mayans, Aztecs, and Inca. Each student has a project packet which is brought to class every day. Students are currently researching their assigned civilization and will eventually share their amazing discoveries with their team of 4 or 5 students. Once students have learned about all of the civilizations, they will begin comparing and contrasting the civilizations in categories such as government, society, religion, products and games, and agriculture. Students have also been using Google Cardboard to see the ruins of these early civilizations. We've visited Machu Picchu, the Great Serpent Mound, Chichen Izta, and Tenochtitlan, among others. Check it out on Google Maps.
12-10-18
Today, we began our unit on timelines. Students were reminded what a timeline is and why we use it. Next, we'll talk about multiple-tier timelines and how we use them to compare events that may have occurred around the same time period. At the end of the unit, students will be able to compose a multiple-tier timeline. They will use it to compare their life events to events that have occurred at the local, state, and national level. You can view today's presentation by logging on to Schoology and clicking the "Timeline" link, or you can click here.
11-26-18
We are halfway through our unit on government. Today, students took notes and answered questions about the three types of governments. It is each student's responsibility to get caught up on any absent work. Students should answer these questions on page 15 in their social studies' notebook.
This week in Social Studies, students are learning about public issues. Students can use multiple sources and appropriate communication tools to locate, investigate, organize and communicate information on a public issue. Students can use almanacs, maps, trade books, periodicals, newspapers, photographs, and digital resources to gather information. They will take this information and identify and organize the main ideas and supporting details. The topic for this unit is, "Are zoos beneficial or cruel to animals?" Please click on helpful websites for the links to the websites we will be using in class.
11-19-20
Study for the quiz tomorrow. Below is a copy of the study guide answer key.
Study Guide Answer Key
11-16-18
ATTENTION STUDENTS!!! READ THIS!!!
Due to inclement weather and school closing on Thursday, the quiz has been moved to Tuesday, November 20, 2018. Please click on the link below to check your answers and play study games.
QUIZLET <-------------- Click here for answers
11-14-18
Students have been learning about the three main types of government: democracy, monarchy (absolute and constitutional), and dictatorship. Students will be able to tell the difference between a government with limited power and one with unlimited power. Students have watched videos and can define each of the three governments. This week, students will complete their study guide, a packet on government, and gummy bear drawings in their notebook. Below is a copy of the study guide for students practice studying.
Government Study Guide
10-25-18
This week, students are finishing learning about the regions of the US, North America, and South America. Students are creating their own raps to display in the hallway. You may find inspiration from the links listed under "Regions" on the helpful websites page.
10-3-18
The quiz on latitude and longitude has been moved to Friday, October 5th.
9-20-18
Latitude and longitude is the focus for this week. Please click on helpful websites and enjoy the games. Use them to practice finding coordinates.
9-5-18
Geography is the focus of the first quarter. Students have been learning about map skills and have been looking at maps of North America, the Western Hemisphere, and the World. Students must be able to label maps of North America and the World for this first test. Students have had these maps for over a week. Students can practice studying at home by themselves, with a family member, or by using the website, Quizizz. To use Quizizz, click on this link and enter the code 464788 to study North America, or 788999 to study continents and oceans. Happy studying! Students who use their first and last name and place height on the leaderboard earn pride tags.
8-20-18
Welcome to 5th grade Social Studies! Check back often to find out what we're doing in class. This week, we're getting to know each other, learning about classroom procedures, and preparing for the end of the school year. That's right—the end of the school year! Students will write letters to themselves, measure and record their height, and make predictions to include in their personal time capsule. On the last day of school, students can revisit their first day and see how much they have each grown, literally and figuratively.