Science and Social Studies
Science:
The fifth grade science curriculum builds upon the principles of the Next Generation Science Standards.
Our science classes focus on student investigation and discovery with an emphasis on moving through the scientific process. Further exploration takes place with our science resource teacher on a weekly basis.
- Fifth Grade Units of Study in Science Include:
- Earth's Place in the Universe (Space Science)
- Matter and It's Interactions (Physical Science)
- Ecosystems and Earth's Systems (Earth Science)
Social Studies:
The fifth grade social studies curriculum builds upon the principles of the Illinois Social Studies Standards. Our social studies classes focus on student inquiry and questioning while looking to develop an understanding of the connections between events.
Fifth Grade Units of Study in Social Studies Include:
- The Industrial Revolution
- The Dust Bowl