Starting with the Cumberland Island National Seashore Quarter, students will identify animals living on Cumberland Island. Students will use reading skills and write a friendly letter to display and deepen their understanding.
The teacher will introduce the concept of lighthouses and the lighthouse keepers who helped guide ships to safety. Students will research how lighthouse keepers lived and learn about their daily tasks. Students will compare the life of a lighthouse keeper with their own life and share findings through a project of their choice.
Students will describe the geological formations of the Cumberland Gap National Historical Park. Students will describe the characteristics of a cave ecosystem and create a model representing a cave. Students will compare caves located in different environments.
Students will describe the Empire State Building and how Native Americans contributed to its construction. Students will research iconic American buildings and present their learning in a creative way.
Students will learn to read and create a timeline and will correctly identify the sequence of events. Students will learn how Frederick Douglass fought for equality and justice for all people.
Students will examine, identify and describe Shenandoah National Park's geographical features, plants, animals and visitor activities. Students will use various media to create an original art piece.
Grades: 2nd, 3rd
Subjects: Social Studies, Language Arts, Science, Art
Starting with the White Mountain National Forest quarter, students will analyze and choose items appropriate for a hiking trip. Students will write and illustrate narrative postcard accounts of their imaginary trip.
