Welcome to our first installment of our newest series called ABC's of American History. Today's post was compiled by Jen from Chestnut Grove Academy. She is a homeschooling mom of 4 just like me. Take it away Jen!

American History resources for your classroom at school or at home. Kids from kindergarten to high school can enjoy and appreciate these foundations of history. Based on the Classical Conversations curriculum.

Notebooking American History (Basic Edition) contains over 50 notebooking and journaling pages that you can use with any American history curriculum for students in grades 3 through 12. You can also use this notebook as a stand-alone study. This basic edition of Notebooking American History begins with colonization and

Every Tuesday, I've been joining up with the fabulous ladies of iHomeschool Network to offer up 10 lists of Top 10. This week we are focusing on our Top 10 favorite Read Alouds. When given that topic, my head nearly exploded! How in the world would I ever pick just 10?! I'm sort of known as the "Closet Librarian." Books are my best friends, especially great children's books. So, I'm taking the liberty of narrowing my topic to my Top 10 American History Read Alouds for Young Learners...phew...that was a mouthful. (If you are a list purist and insist on knowing my Top 10 Favorite Read Alouds of all the time periods and genres, you can check out my list of favorite fictional chapter books. But, I'm warning you, there are more than 10!) (This post contains affiliate links. Please see my disclosure policy for full details.) I have chosen living literature quality books...books that are not necessarily non-fiction but which are based upon an actual event or era in history...because so much can be learned about the life and times of a people group or event in history from a well-written story. Although most historical fiction is written for older students, even early learners (Pre-K through 3rd graders) can learn valuable historical lessons simply by snuggling on the couch with an age-appropriate historical fiction. The first 10 books are picture books to be read aloud by mom or dad, while the last 10 are early reader chapter books to be enjoyed by emergent readers (or crazy thirty-something moms, like me, that just can't get enough of great children's books!) Many of these authors have written other wonderful historical fictions. So if you find one that you like, be sure to check out their other titles. Here's my Top 10 American History Read Alouds in chronological order... Top 10 Picture Books 1. Samuel Eaton's Day: A Day in the Life of a Pilgrim Boy by Kate Waters 2. The Hatmaker's Sign retold by Candace Fleming 3. The Ox-Cart Man by Donald Fleming 4. Apples to Oregon by Deborah Hopkinson & Nancy Carpenter 5. Nine For California by Sonia Levitin 6. The Promise Quilt by Candice F. Ransom 7. Mailing May by Michael O. Tunnell 8. Boxes for Katje by Candace Fleming 9. The Keeping Quilt by Patricia Polacco 10. The Bicycle Man by Allen Say Top 10 Emergent Readers 1. Good Hunting, Blue Sky by Peggy Parish 2. Finding Providence: The Story of Roger Williams by Avi 3. Buttons for General Washington by Peter and Connie Roop 4. Sam the Minuteman by Nathaniel Benchley 5. George Washington and the General's Dog by Frank Murphey 6. The Josefina Story Quilt by Eleanor Goerr 7. Buffalo Bill and the Pony Express by Eleanor Goerr 8. Abe Lincoln's Hat by Martha Brenner 9. Clara and the Bookwagon by Nancy Smiler Levinson 10. Eat My Dust! Henry Ford's First Race by Monica Kulling If you are looking for more American History titles for early learners, check out these GREAT American History authors: Ingri and Edgar d'Aulaire David A. Adler Steven Kellogg Alice Dalgliesh For more great book suggestions, be sure to head to iHomeschool Network and check out the Massive Guide to Homeschool Reading Lists! Set your homeschool day on autopilot! Thank you! Your task cards will be sent to your inbox shortly. Set your homeschool day on autopilot! No more nagging your kids to do their work. Grab my free Task Cards today. Yes, send me the Task Cards!

Trail of Tears Unit Study and Lapbook. Though we will focus of course on the culture and life of a few different Native American people, I wanted to expose the injustices and ugly side of American history.

This World War 2 unit is a compilation of several activities we did while studying World War 2. I put this together in honor of the 70th anniversary of D-Day.

American Symbols is one of my FAVORITE units to teach. It must be yours too because over 12,000 teachers have purchased this unit from Teachers Pay Teachers ! It meets the Common Core Standards for Informational Reading with rigor and brings your classroom joy while reading! Updated with more crafts and symbols see below! My students LOVED this unit! I got 4 parent notes telling me how much they enjoyed hearing their child talk informatively and passionately about Social Studies. One parent said that their child doesn't talk much at the dinner table, and now he won't stop talking about school and symbols! I think it's because the unit is written to be kid friendly and engaging! Here are a few of the Statue of Liberty pages I wrote a week of fluency for the Statue of Liberty too. Each Symbol has a full writing unit Remember the update has even more art! 2 Interactive Little Books have been included for launching the unit and explaining what a "symbol" is. Oral Speaking "pledge page" with assessment rubric Tons of Activities like these: Math Graphing Bulletin Board You also get full color pages of all 5 symbols to make your bulletin board so cute. Also, you need a great way to show your graphing data. I included all the pages that kids need in order to understand that symbols are everywhere! Need grades for your grade book? Me too! I created several tests. Bonus American Symbols Mock Election Material The Reading Fluency passage comes in three levels. Low First Grade First/ Low Second Second Grade Anchor Charts and Registration to Vote Time to vote Anchor Chart, Secret Ballot, and Graphing to discover the winner Easy Graph (Tally Marks) "Harder" Graph ******* Update 1 ****** I am excited art added and has become available as BUNDLE! The one above has art as a bundle If you don't want / need the art, you can buy without it too. 62 Printables and 6 art projects! Pick and choose or do them all. This has open house written all over it! 2 student books 3 math and literacy activities 1 game 8 fluency & reading comprehension pages 5 writing units (From pre-write to publish) Syllables Activity Vocabulary Word Searches Clues Page (possible assessment if you choose) 2 patriotic student writing pages 1 oral speaking activity with parent note & grading rubric 3 assessments 6 art projects ***** Update 2 ***** So many of you asked for The Washington Monument to be added. 

This post contains affiliate links. We are using A History of Us by Joy Hakim to study US History. I am gathering free resources to go along with the books, and will be adding to this list of free US History resources as we work through each chapter. Please pick & choose what you like [...]

George Washington was the first President of the United States. He served as Commander in Chief of the Continental Army. He helped a fledgling country become the greatest democracy in history.

This excellent primary source analysis worksheet has students reviewing a cartoon critical of FDR's Judiciary Reorganization Act of 1937 that would pack the Supreme Court with his nominees. An introduction explains the background and results of the Bill and students then use this information and th...

Featuring an expanded introduction, this award-winning bestseller has been updated to link curriculum to the Common Core State Standards. This popular text shows how to apply Wineburg's highly acclaimed approach to teaching-Reading Like a Historian-to middle and high school classrooms, increasing academic literacy and sparking students' curiosity. Each chapter begins with an introductory essay that sets the stage of a key moment in American history-beginning with exploration and colonisation and the events at Jamestown and ending with the Cuban Missile Crisis. Primary documents, charts, graphic organisers, visual images, and political cartoons follow each essay, as well as suggestions for where to find additional resources on the Internet and guidance for assessing students' understanding of core historical ideas. Reading Like a Historian helps teachers use textbooks creatively and provides a wealth of ideas for how historical instruction can enhance students' skills in reading comprehension.

Parent advocacy and classroom cooperation don’t stop in middle school; they just get a lot more complicated. Take these four steps to help your child build productive relationships with all teachers, strengthen executive functions, prevent academic emergencies, and thrive in middle school.

Chile’s arpilleras are patchwork tales that bear testimony to the lives of those most affected by the years of military rule. They are pages of the history of Chile, written on cloth.

The girls love to colour in while I read! Garth Williams’ illustrations in The House Series by Laura Ingalls Wilder are absolutely goregous. With these details in mind I made this house model…

Provides educators with resources and recommendations for using picture books with upper elementary and middle school students.

Mathematics The invention of mathematics is placed firmly in African prehistory. The oldest known possible mathematical object is the Lebombo bone, which was discovered in

This American history text tells the story of the most famous duel in American history, the conflict between Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton in July, 1804 that resulted in the tragic death of one of our country’s Founding Fathers. It works as a stand-alone history reading and assessment, but it also can be used as part of a unit on early United States history This “printable-no prep” resource was created for Grade 5-8 students and can be presented in a number of ways by teachers (close reading, direct instruction in class, independent practice, homework, test prep, assessment, sub work, centers, etc). Please see the Preview for an idea of what the text contains and to view the assessment questions. This resource includes: 1) An informative and detailed 900-word historical passage called “Aaron Burr and the Hamilton Duel.” The passage explains in the background to this tragic duel, the duel itself, and the aftermath of Alexander Hamilton’s death for Aaron Burr. 2) A total of 36 questions. These involve sequencing events and actions, identifying known and unknown facts, recognizing cause and effect, and general comprehension work. The questions were written to align with Common Core Informational Standards RI.3.8, RI.4.5, RI.5.1, and RI.5.3 3) Answers to every question. This item is a digital download from my TpT store. This item is bound by copyright laws and the redistributing, editing, selling, or posting this item (or any part thereof) on the Internet are all strictly prohibited without first gaining permission from the author. Violations are subject to the penalties of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Any claims of correlation or alignment to the Common Core State Standards are solely those of Mark Aaron and have not been evaluated or endorsed by the NGA. Mark Aaron is the sole creator of this product and does not claim endorsement or association with the creators of the CCSS.

Ratios MATH Escape Room - Common Core - 6.RP.1 - Think Tank Teacher perfect for fifth and sixth grade students!

Do you need a homeschool history curriculum for elementary kids? I'm sharing my secrets and resources for creating a love of history in your homeschool!

In February, America celebrates Black History Month, also known as National African American History Month. As this is a celebration of achievements by black Americans and a time for recognizing the central role of African Americans in U.S. history, we have rounded up 29 crafts, one for each day of the month, that teach and are fun too!

Lehmann used seismic signals to expand our knowledge of the Earth's core.

Integrating art and content in the ELA classroom. Tips and resources.

Thank you for visiting and downloading.  For the latest new resources, Follow. Please Provide Feedback after use to help build this resource library! Thank you! Engage your middle school and high school students in meaningful discussions and critical thinking with our comprehensive Black History Writing Prompts Bundle. This resource is designed to inspire thoughtful reflections on key figures, events, and movements that have shaped African American history. Features: Standards-Based Learning: Each daily prompt is aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts, ensuring that your students not only explore essential aspects of Black history but also strengthen their language and writing skills. Diverse Topics: From civil rights leaders to influential artists, writers, and activists, our prompts cover a wide range of topics, providing a holistic view of African American contributions to society. Middle School and High School Editions: Tailored for different grade levels, our bundle includes separate lists for middle school and high school students. The prompts are age-appropriate, challenging, and designed to meet the unique needs of each group. Charts for Easy Implementation: Simplify your lesson planning with our organized and visually appealing charts. These charts make it easy for teachers to navigate through daily prompts, ensuring a smooth and engaging start to each class. Encourage Critical Thinking: Foster critical thinking skills as students analyze historical events, explore influential personalities, and reflect on the impact of African Americans on American society. Customizable: Adapt the prompts to suit your classroom needs or extend discussions based on the unique interests of your students. This resource provides flexibility while maintaining a focus on educational standards. Empower your students to connect with and appreciate the rich tapestry of Black history throughout February and beyond. Elevate your classroom discussions with this valuable educational resource! Thank you for visiting and downloading.  For the latest new resources, Follow. Please Provide Feedback after use to help build this resource library! Thank you!

News Flash: The American captain was rescued by the U.S. Navy this morning. Three pirates were killed. Now, on to the original story which recounts the ...