5th Grade Social Studies Lesson Plans

Martin Luther King, Jr.: I Have A Dream

Use this lesson to show your students that dreams can become reality with dedication and determination. This lesson will teach them about a man who made his dream come true by standing firm in front of the most challenging obstacles.

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The New England Colonies: Economy

The New England Colonies: Economy Lesson Plan The New England Colonies: Economy

Use this lesson to teach your students how people survived in the New England colonies when they were first created.

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Bodies Of Water

Bodies Of Water Lesson Plan Bodies Of Water

Use this lesson to teach your students about the major bodies of water by letting them create miniature versions of their own!

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Ben Franklin

Ben Franklin Lesson Plan Ben Franklin

Benjamin Franklin wasn't just a Founding Father of the United States of America—he was so much more. In this lesson, students will learn how Ben Franklin changed the shape of Philadelphia.

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Writing Opinions About Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz

Writing Opinions About Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz Lesson Plan Writing Opinions About Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz

Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz was a 17th century writer and philosopher who today is considered one of the first documented feminists and advocates for women’s education. In this lesson, students will read two nonfiction texts about Sor Juana and discuss her life and accomplishments before writing an opinion piece about her.

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Significance of

Significance of "Let Freedom Ring" in MLK, Jr.'s Speech Lesson Plan Significance of "Let Freedom Ring" in MLK, Jr.'s Speech

In this lesson, Significance of "Let Freedom Ring" in MLK, Jr.'s Speech, students will be able to understand the allusion Martin Luther King, Jr. makes to the song "My Country 'Tis of Thee." Have students discuss allusions in this speech.

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Understand African American Spirituals

Understand African American Spirituals Lesson Plan Understand African American Spirituals

Spirituals have a long history in the United States, and often serve to strengthen and motivate people. Students will compare three types of spirituals from different time periods and share their understanding with their peers.

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The Branches of Government

The Branches of Government Lesson Plan The Branches of Government

Teach your students about the people who decide which laws to pass. Activate the critical thinking skills of your students by having them decide the laws that they would like to modify!

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Division of Labor: Good or Bad?

Division of Labor: Good or Bad? Lesson Plan Division of Labor: Good or Bad?

In this cooperative economics activity, students learn about the division of labor in a real way. Students will be able to see first hand the advantages and disadvantages of the division of labor.

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Lost in Native American Lore

Lost in Native American Lore Lesson Plan Lost in Native American Lore

Explore a Native American legend with your students to discover the ways of life and beliefs of the Algonquin people.

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5th Grade Social Studies Lesson Plans

Help your students build knowledge of America's history, government, community, and civics with Education.com's fifth grade social studies lesson plans. Students will learn and deepen their historical comprehension through active discussion and guided practice, made enjoyable and entertaining with our lesson plans. In no time, your students will become walking encyclopedias!

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