1. Overview of 4th Grade Standards Exploring Perspectives EDU613 GPS Presentation LAURA McRAE & TAGIE TATE PEREZ

2. Project Agenda Overview of standards Teacher and student interviews Background and organizational thinking Highlighted standards Integration of other subjects Key classroom resources Lesson planning Closing and reflection

3. Teacher and Student Interviews Who are these 4th graders that we hear so much about? Very curious, thrive in hands-on and mind-on activities Energetic and can be easily distracted Highly independent but still look for approval and guidance Competitive and enjoy recognition Now let’s have a glimpse of the students’ perspectives. Video

4. Overview of 4th Grade Standards History These words are just for placement: History- United States History to 1860 focusing on Native Americans, European explorers and settlers, British colonial America, the American Revolution, the challenges faced by the new nation, westward expansion, and main ideas of the abolitionist and suffrage movements Geographic These words are just for placement: Geography- location of important physical and man-made features in the U.S., such as, the Great Plains, Death Valley, New York City, the Erie Canal. And how physical systems affect the human system

5. Overview of 4th Grade Standards Government Civic: Functions of the government Natural rights The Preamble Federal system of government Economic: Basic economic concepts of trade Identifying the elements of a personal budget

6. Project Background The AMERICAN EXPERIENCE: Our focus is to explore, discover and discuss early history of the United States through the eyes of the diverse groups of people that helped shape North American culture and society. We will help guide students through the many perspectives of our diverse history. We will also model how recognition and respect of other people’s culture and contributions set the foundation to build a successful community for everyone.

7. Themes CONFLICT vs COOPERATION: POWER vs HUMANITY:

8. Highlighted Standards 1) SS4H2 The student will describe European exploration in North America. b. Describe examples of cooperation and conflict between Europeans and Native Americans. 2) SS4H3 The student will explain the factors that shaped British colonial America. b. Describe colonial life in America as experienced by various people, including large landowners, farmers, artisans, women, indentured servants, slaves, and Native Americans. 3) SS4CG3 The student will describe the functions of government. a. Explain the process for making and enforcing laws. b. Explain managing conflicts and protecting rights.

9. Integration of Other Subjects 1) Language Arts/Literature Students will have access to books, poetry, and online resources throughout the unit. Video, posters and artifacts will also be on display for children to reference and explore. 2) Visual and Performing Arts To support diverse learners and encourage critical thinking students will explore a variety of artistic techniques such as sculpture, cultural dance, and drum making. 3) Math Students will use graphs, charts and maps can help them learn about the locations, demographics and lifestyles of groups during the time.

10. Key Classroom Resources TImeline Word Splash Speakers & Field Trips Media Station

11. Lesson Planning LEARNING GOALS Students will know: The meaning of conflict and cooperation and how it affects all those involved The varying perspectives and fundamental beliefs of Native Americans, European Settlers, slaves/indentured servants Why European Settlers came to the “New World” (North America) Slavery was an important part of colonial life and affected people in different ways Exploration and colonization greatly influenced the lives and cultures of the varying groups living in North America Students will be able to: Compare and contrast Role play Write in a variety of literary genre Recognize and define key vocabulary: Perspective, Conflict, Cooperation Recognize and identify key historical figures of the time Utilize research and problem solving skills Utilize basic map reading skills

12. Understandings 1) Different view points can exist under the same circumstances. 2) People cause change that affects the people and world around them. 3) People depend on each other to overcome challenges and bring success/progress to their community. Deepen students understandings and encourage dialogue to personally define what America represents and what being American means to them.

13. Essential Questions 1) What happens when various cultures converge or collide? 2) How does our culture affect our decisions and way of life? 3) How do the perspectives of various groups and individuals affect the outcome of a situation? Encourage critical thinking by asking big picture questions that guide children to make connections between history and their world today.

14. Welcome 4th Graders Meet Mrs Perez and Mrs McRae Movie and Treats

15. What do you think? Discussion 1. What assumptions did you make when the teacher gave your classmates stickers with two different colors? 2. What did you feel when you were given the option of a movie? 3. Did your feelings change when the red group was later denied the movie and instead given the responsibility to clean up after their classmates? 4. When asked to help the red group, explain why you did or did not help? Welcome 4th Graders

16. Key Vocabulary What do you already know? Conflict Cooperation Perspective

17. Activate Prior Knowledge What do you already know? Native Americans European Settlers Slaves/Indentured Servants Divide into two groups. In your groups share what you know about each of the groups. Write your ideas on the sticky notes provided. Select one member of your group to add your group comments to the Brainstorm Web on the board.

18. Native Americans

19. European Settlers

20. African Slaves and Indentured Servants

21. Understanding Diverse Perspectives Procedures 1. Meet with group and select roles. Time and Peace Keeper Recorder Presenter 2. All group members research assigned topic. 3. Record findings on the lined paper provided by your teacher. 4. Present your findings to the class. As you complete your group work think about… 1. What are the wants and needs of your group? 2. How did your group cooperate with the other groups? 3. What factors caused conflict between your group and the others?

22. Brain Pop Video Resource Columbian Exchange American Indians Watch This and Learn More! Great resource for the classroom. Provides an option for addressing student’s diverse learning needs.

23. Discussion 1. How does perspective influence our opinions of a situation? 2. How does knowing the feeling of another individual or group change our attitude about conflict? Share YOUR Perspective?

24. The Artifact Step 1: –Create or discover an artifact that represents a learned idea, person, or fact from the unit. Painting Diorama Book Artifact Museum

25. Creating Captions Step 2: –Write a caption to explain your artifact. –Convert your caption into a QR code using an online generator.

26. Artifact Museum Exploring the Museum Step 3: –Explore the museum using a device that can read QR codes.

27. Ideas to access for understanding and extend learning: 1. Journal entries 2. Student design game/quiz show 3. Write short script and perform 4. Role play as historical figure 5. Design menu with diverse food items from the time period 6. Publish newspaper showcasing inportant events More Extensions and Assessments