Grade 4 Social Studies Curriculum
Grade 4 Social Studies Curriculum
Fourth graders learn about North America (Canada, Mexico, and the United States) and its peoples from a geographic perspective, expanding map reading, mapmaking, and geographic reasoning skills. Students learn that Social Scientists research to find the whole story and ask themselves, “Who ‘s story is missing?” Students begin by looking at ancient civilizations of North America, emphasizing that advanced cities existed in North America before European settlers came. Students examine the interactions between European settlers and indigenous people. In addition, fourth graders delve into an inquiry unit on the National Parks that integrates science, literacy, and multiple perspectives in history. Students also explore the regions of the US through inquiry and project-based learning.
- Mapping North America
- Ancient Civilizations of North America
- Exploration of North America
- Regions of the US
- National Parks
