5th Grade AIM Welcome Curriculum Objectives SUPPLY LIST Class Times Carrie Sledge, GT Specialist for Green Elementary Carrie_Sledge@allenisd.org Room 129 Welcome This year’s study will be Civil War. I love that I have the same students and parents each year. If you ever have a question or concern, please email or call me. I look forward to another wonderful year! This is going to be an exciting year! I am happy to be back at school and can’t wait until our AIM classes start! This is my 22nd year in education and at GREEN! WOW I am old! I have a daughter, Ellen, who is in 6th grade here. I love learning new things and crave creativity, and can’t wait to learn with, and from, your children. I hope that you find this year brings many new experiences to you and your child and that the skills your child works on in AIM will prepare them for future learning in and outside of the classroom! Follow our journey on Twitter! @GreenGTAim 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. In addition, activities focusing on critical/creative problem solving in the areas of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics will be implemented. Investigations may vary depending on grade level.   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 Binder-any kind any type and dividers Notebook paper Donation List The items listed below are materials we will need in AIM for this year. If you are able to donate anything from the list below, please have your child bring this to their first day of AIM. Index cards Mailing Labels Play doh Velcro Hot Glue Sticks White Out Fabric-any kind/any type Sewing Needles Unfinished creative projects Tape-any kind and amount Ziploc Bags-any Size Paper Plates (cheap) Class Times This year 5th grade AIM students will meet every Thursday. We will begin AIM the second week of school. If possible, please try to schedule Dr. appointments on another day 