The main focus of Social Studies in 4th grade is New York State. We will learn about different types of maps, geography, resources, Native American history, exploration, Colonial America, The American Revolution, government, economics and our local area. Students will learn how to read various documents for information and respond in writing to questions asked. Topics that we will cover this year:
Unit 1: NYS Geography Unit 2: NYS Native Americans: *Algonquians *Iroquois Unit 3: Elploration Unit 4: Colonial America & The American Revolution Unit 5: A New Nation & The Declaration of Independence Unit 6: Growth & Expansion: *Immigration *The Women's Movement Unit &: Local and State Government