4th Grade  / 3rd Six Weeks

Overarching Concept: Diversity

Organizing Idea: Stateof Diversity

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Unit Contents

This Organizing Idea focuses on the early settlers of Texas, and the crops that were grown at Spanish missions become a stepping-stone for the study of nutritional elements and an evaluation of the students' diets as compared with people of long ago. They study the parts and functions of plants, photosynthesis and pollination. As a continuation of the study of the history of Texas, students learn about the conflicts with Mexico, the Declaration of Independence, and the Texas Revolution. Students discover famous Texans and highlight their contributions to the state.

Activities

4-3 Web Lessons - by Cheryl Gee

ABC of This Great State Texas! - by Cheryl Gee

Facts & Opinions in Commercials - by Cheryl Gee

Persuasive Essay - The Environment - by Cheryl Gee

"Searching for the First Residents of Texas!" (Social Studies Research) - by Betty Koonce
Using the Memorial Library Page, students will:
1. find sources for researching Texas Indians
2. distinguish a book source from a non-book source
3. evaluate sources based on purposes for research

Six Flags Over Texas:  A Cultural Feast - by Brenda McElyea
Students discuss then research cultures that have influenced Texas.  For homework they prepare a dish to share during a Cultural Feast.

Understanding the Point of Political Cartoons - by Cheryl Gee

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