HOMESCHOOL AND DISTANCE LEARNING
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Social Studies Unit - Westward Expansion

by Kim A. Howe, M.S.
$19.99

Delve into the era of Westward Expansion with our literature-based homeschool history curriculum. Designed to captivate and educate, this three-week unit equips children to explore the American frontier from various perspectives. Tasked with mapping pivotal routes like the Oregon and California Trails, students cultivate an understanding of geography alongside history. Creativity flourishes as learners write and perform Western songs and construct steamboat models, merging the arts with technological insights from the period. Through journaling as explorers and role-playing historical figures, children develop both a deeper empathy and a richer grasp of the experiences that shaped America.

Key Features:


  • Critical Thinking: Engage your child’s strategic mind with the creation of an original board game. This activity not only consolidates their historical knowledge but also reinforces their understanding through interactive play.
  • Hands-on Learning: Experience the blend of culinary arts and history by designing "Brownie" sod houses, a delightful project that conveys the resourcefulness of pioneer living.
  • Interdisciplinary Connections: Integrate math into social studies as your child calculates the real value of the Louisiana Purchase, revealing the economic strategies of the era.
  • Creative Expression: Foster creativity through musical exploration, allowing students to compose and express their own historical narratives in song, mirroring the folk traditions of the West.

By the end of the unit, your student will have journeyed through an immersive learning experience that weaves together social studies, language arts, science, and math. This homeschool history curriculum serves as a springboard for independent thinking, imaginative creation, and rigorous academic exploration, setting the stage for a lifetime of learning.

This item includes free online access to Beyond the Page Online for 18 months. This includes Learning Gates, Portfolio and any curriculum or student activity pages that you have purchased.

Sku #: 499
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