History & Geography

Grade 5

Credit:

Term: 2 Semesters

Subject Type: Core

Prerequisite(s):

Discover the people, events, and ideas that shaped the Western Hemisphere—especially the United States. This full-year course guides students through key moments in American history, from early exploration to the modern era, using engaging online lessons and vivid visuals.

In this course, students will learn:

Early America
Exploration & Expansion
North & Central America
Citizenship Skills

Students study major turning points like the Louisiana Purchase, the World Wars, and the Cold War, while learning to think historically and geographically. Lessons help students understand the development of American culture and government within a global context.

Unit 1: Exploring the New World
Unit 2: Colonial American Life
Unit 3: Thirteen Colonies Become a New Nation
Unit 4: New Lands & Troubled Times
Unit 5: The United States Becomes a World Leader
Unit 6: Transportation & Communication
Unit 7: One Nation, Many Regions
Unit 8: Our Southern Neighbors
Unit 9: Canada—Our Northern Neighbor
Unit 10. Review

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