5th Grade AIM Curriculum STEAM Guidelines Supply List: Diane Moore, GT Specialist for Chandler Elementary Diane_Moore@allenisd.org 467-469-1400 ext. 5234 Welcome! I am so excited to see the 5th grade AIM kids! This year’s study will be very different than last year. The students will not be creating a year long research project and product, but will be studying, “What causes conflict?” The Civil War will set the stage for our study on conflict, but we will apply it to today. We will also integrate some STEAM activities and challenges. Curriculum This year our integrated unit of study is The Civil War: A House Divided. This year-long study is designed around the concept of cause and effect. We will be investigating the United States during this historical time to learn how systems of geography, government, economics, and culture interact. Students will determine cause and effect relationships by making connections between events of this time period. The main goals of the unit are listed below. Each student will have the opportunity to research, contribute to discussions, and present various projects throughout the year.  Objectives To develop understanding of the concept of cause and effect and its relationship to events and eras in history To develop reasoning skills with application to social studies To develop interpersonal and social group process skills To develop skills in historical analysis and primary source interpretation To develop understanding of causes of the Civil War, the major events and influential individuals of the period, and the reasons for the Union victory. Supply List: 1 composition notebook Duct tape or packaging tape Clorox wipes 81/2 X 11 color card stock, any color 2 Silver or gold sharpies Class Times Thursday The 5th grade AIM students will meet every Thursday. We will begin AIM the second week of school. You can send supplies their first AIM class. . STEAM Guidelines The engineering design process is the driver for finding solutions in the identified problem. Engaging, inquiry based instructional approaches are used and research is incorporated. Students work in teams to find solutions, and multiple right solutions are possible. The definition of technology is anything created by humans in response to a need or want. AIM Wish List If you would like to donate 1-2 for projects. (optional) Sponge paint brushes (cheapest ones) Package Tape or Duct Tape Chenille Sticks or pipe cleaners Magnets Model magic Dice Metal washers .