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Washington County Department of Education

1st grade

Social Studies

Pacing Guide 2016-2017

For additional Social Studies resources, visit our Kindergarten-4th grade Social Studies Padlet at: https://padlet.com/sheltona1/K4_SS_UnitDesign These resources were contributed by Kindergarten through Fourth grade teachers in Washington County, beginning June 2016. Please add additional resources to share with others throughout the school year! Simply find a space, double click, and share.

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First Grade Social Studies Pacing Guide 2016-2017 School Year 1st Nine Weeks

Suggested Timeframe Topic/Standards Optional Resources/Activities

1st

grading period: Weeks 1-3 Aug.3- Aug. 19 Vocabulary: diversity culture traditions customs past present future timeline

Culture

1.1 Explain with supporting details the culture of a specific place, including a student’s community and state.

1.2 Define multiculturalism as many different cultures living within a community, state, or nation.

1.3 Re-tell stories from folk tales, myths, and legends from other cultures.

1.4 Use collaborative conversations with diverse partners to discuss family customs and traditions.

1.5 Present the student’s family culture through the use of drawing, writing, and/or multimedia

History

1.35 Place events in student’s lives in chronological order.

1.36 Produce complete sentences to describe people, places, things and events with relevant details that relate to time, including past, present, and future.

1.37 Interpret information presented in picture timelines to show the sequence of events and distinguish between past, present, and future.

Classroom Behavior/Expectations Chart Activity: All About Me Poster including the clothes they wear, the food they eat, the music they listen to, how they celebrate holidays etc. Activity: Students create a timeline of their life, placing events in order. Have them write about how this timeline demonstrates their family culture. Suggested Literature Links: One Green Apple by Eve Bunting Little Blue and Little Yellow by Leo Lionni Jack and Jim by Kitty Crowther The Big Orange Splot by Daniel Manus Suggested Web Links: Video for tips on establishing a classroom culture: https://www.teachingchannel.org/videos/establish-classroom-culture Tips for creating a classroom culture: http://www.weareteachers.com/blogs/post/2014/08/10/10-quick-and-easy-ways-to-develop-a-strong-classroom-community Great ideas for lesson using timelines: http://www.readingrockets.org/article/creating-timelines All About Me Unit Plan: http://www.earlychildhood.msstate.edu/resources/curriculumforfour/pdfs/Ch2-Aug-4s.pdf Multicultural lesson ideas: http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/lesson-plan/multiculturalism-and-diversity website with many multicultural myths: http://teacher.scholastic.com/writewit/mff/myths.htm This website allows you to pick Tennessee 1

st grade Social Studies on the left hand column and it

gives you all the videos for each standard. http://educators.brainpop.com/

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1st

grading period: Weeks 4-6 Aug. 22- Sept. 9 Vocabulary: pledge anthem etiquette law rule Constitution respect responsibility citizen

Government and Civics

1.26 Explain the importance of patriotic traditions, including the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance, appropriate behavior during the playing of our National Anthem, and demonstrate appropriate flag etiquette.

1.27 Explain that our state’s and country’s laws are based upon the Constitution.

1.28 Give examples of a rule and a law through the use of drawings, discussions, or writings.

1.29 Describe the fundamental principles of American democracy, including respect for the rights, opinions and property of others, fair treatment for all, and respect for the rules by which they live.

1.33 Sort rules and responsibilities that citizens follow that are specific to their state compared to national rules and responsibilities, including wearing a seat belt, wearing a bicycle helmet, texting while driving, child restraints, voting, obtaining a driver’s license at a particular age, and wearing a motorcycle helmet.

Suggested Literature Links: Critters, Maps and Heroes by Tennessee History for Kids Officer Buckle and Gloria by Peggy Rathmann No David and David Goes to School by David Shannon F is for Flag by Wendy Chevette Lewison Being a Good Citizen: A Book About Citizenship” and “Being Fair: A Book About Fairness by Mary Small I am a Good Citizen by Mary Ann Hoffman Being Trustworthy: A Book About Trustworthiness by Mary Small U.S Constitution by Norman Pearl We The Kids by David Catro

Suggested Web Links: Citizenship lesson: http://www.educationworld.com/a_curr/curr008.shtml#kindergarten Rules and Citizenship PowerPoint with pictures and student friendly language: http://web.compton.k12.ca.us/pages/departments/curriculum/pdf/kgradeunit1l1_3.pdf

Free constitution lesson: http://firstgradewow.blogspot.com/search?q=constitution Unit on citizenship: http://www.eup.k12.mi.us/page/1336 Lesson ideas for citizenship (students create their own classroom constitution): http://teacherkimbo.blogspot.com/2013/10/good-citizenship.html Additional resources: http://www.congressforkids.net/

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1st

grading period: Weeks 7-9 Sept.12- Sept. 30 Vocabulary: cardinal direction continent symbols

Geography

1.15 Recognize basic map symbols, including references to land, water, cities, and roads.

1.16 Define and locate the North and South Poles and the equator.

1.17 Identify the shapes of Tennessee and the United States on maps and globes.

1.18 Use cardinal directions on maps.

1.19 Locate Washington, D.C. and Nashville on a United States map.

1.20 Distinguish the difference between a continent, mountain, river, lake, and ocean.

1.24 Summarize in their own words, that a map is a representation of a space, such as the classroom, the school, the neighborhood, town, city, state, country or world.

maps and globes Suggested Literature Links: Critters, Maps and Heroes by Tennessee History for Kids What is a Landform? By Rebecca Rissman Looking at Maps and Globes by Carmen Bredson There’s a Map in My Lap by Tish Rabe Me on the Map by Joan Sweeney Suggested Web Links: Free printable maps: http://www.freeusandworldmaps.com/html/USAandCanada/USPrintable.html Great geography activity to create a 3D map: http://countingcoconuts.blogspot.com/2011/08/me-on-map.html Map skills lessons with videos, hands-on activities and more: http://nationalgeographic.org/education/map-skills-elementary-students/

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First Grade Social Studies Pacing Guide 2016-2017 School Year 2nd Nine Weeks

Suggested Timeframe Topic/Standards Optional Resources/Activities

2nd

grading period: Weeks 1-3 Oct. 3- Oct. 28 Vocabulary: Christopher Columbus Tennessee symbol

Culture/Tennessee

1.6 Describe the meaning of the word Tennessee and its origin coming from the Cherokee name, Tanasi.

1.7 Interpret legends, stories, and songs that contribute to the development of cultures in Tennessee, including Cherokee, Chickasaw, Shawnee, and Creek tribes.

Geography/Tennessee

1.17 Identify the shapes of Tennessee and the United States on maps and globes.

1.19 Locate Washington, D.C. and Nashville on a United States map.

1.23 Identify the three Grand Divisions of Tennessee on a map and compare and contrast each division’s major physical features.

1.34 Create a visual representation, such as a graphic organizer, of Tennessee symbols, including the state tree (Tulip Poplar), flower (Iris), motto (Agriculture and Commerce), animal (raccoon), nickname (Volunteer State), flag, and one song (Tennessee Waltz, Rocky Top). Write an opinion piece explaining why you think these are/are not good choices, including supporting detail.

History

1.39 Use informational text to help describe the importance of celebrating these national holidays: Columbus Day

*The state of Tennessee was named after a Cherokee Indian village called Tanasi. Tanasi was also the Cherokee word for the river. Review Geography Standards: 1.15, 1.16, 1.18, 1.24 during these weeks. Columbus Day (Monday, October 10) Suggested Literature Links: Critters, Maps and Heroes by Tennessee History for Kids What’s Great About Tennessee by Jenny Vanvoorst Tennessee Facts and Symbols by Kathy Feeny Tennessee by Julie Murray Christopher Columbus by Peggy Pancella Christopher Columbus by Marion Dane Bauer Suggested Web Links: TN History for Kids: http://www.tnhistoryforkids.org/geography TeacherTube video with pictures from each Grand Division: http://www.teachertube.com/video/tennessee-grand-divisions-245380 BrainPOP Jr videos and resources: “Columbus Day” “My First Biography” Christopher Columbus (teacher’s guide found on scholastic website: http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/lesson-plan/my-first-biography-christopher-columbus-teaching-guide) Entire unit (including lesson plans, texts, and printables for state symbols lesson): http://sos.tn.gov/sites/default/files/15-16%20Tennessee%20and%20American%20Symbols.pdf TeacherTube video with TN state symbols: http://www.teachertube.com/video/tennessee-state-symbols-by-rme-and-dmw-81551 State symbols- pictures and information: http://www.tn.gov/main/article/state-symbols

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2nd

grading period: Weeks 4-6 Oct. 31- Nov. 18 Vocabulary: mayor governor election government voting veteran

Government and Civics

1.25 Identify the current city/county Mayor, Governor, and President, and explain their roles in government.

1.29 Describe the fundamental principles of American democracy, including respect for the rights, opinions and property of others, fair treatment for all, and respect for the rules by which they live.

1.30 Summarize that voting is a way of making choices and decisions.

1.31 With guidance and support from adults, use a variety of digital tools to produce and publish an informational text on the importance of the voting process using facts and provide a concluding statement.

1.32 Recognize that communities in Tennessee have a local government and compare/contrast this to our state and national government.

History

1.39 Use informational text to help describe the importance of celebrating these national holidays: Veteran’s Day

1.40 Differentiate between fact and fiction when sharing stories or retelling events using primary and secondary sources.

1.41 Identify holidays, historic events, symbols, and famous people from Tennessee. Students will be introduced to the lives of Tennessee leaders and their contributions.

1.42 Ask and answer questions about historical events that helped shape our Nation and explain the role Tennessee played in those events.

1.43 Through the use of drawings, discussions, or writings, express reasons the contributions made from these Tennessee leaders were important in the development of the state: Anne Dallas Dudley (voting rights), Cornelia Fort and Sam Davis (veterans), John Sevier, Sam Houston, and Austin Peay (governors), Cordell Hull (senator)

Election Day (Tuesday, November 8) Veteran’s Day (Friday, November 11) Activity: Make a foldable to teach elected leaders: Washington County: Dan Eldridge, Governor: Bill Haslam, President: Barack O’Bama Give them clipart of Tennessee and America to paste beside the leaders name. They will need to color Washington County for mayor, color all of Tennessee for Governor and color all of America for President Suggested Literature Links: Critters, Maps and Heroes by Tennessee History for Kids Duck for President by Doreen Cronin America Votes: How Our President Is Elected by Linda Granfield You Want Women to Vote, Lizzie Stanton? by Jean Fritz Running For Office: A Look at Political Campaigns by Sandy Donovan Veterans: Heroes in our Neighborhood By: Valerie Pfundstein Suggested Web Links: Resources for Election Day activities: http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/unit/elections-everything-you-need http://www.pbslearningmedia.org/collection/election-central-2016/ Several resources on Veteran’s Day: http://www.fantasticfunandlearning.com/teaching-kids-about-veterans-day-resources-and-ideas.html

Government lesson ideas:

http://www.discoveryeducation.com/teachers/free-lesson-plans/understanding-government.cfm

http://www.lessonsonlocalgovernment.org/elementary-school-lessons

https://www.teachervision.com/government/teacher-resources/6623.html

TNHistory for Kids famous people: http://www.tnhistoryforkids.org/people/austin_peay http://www.tnhistoryforkids.org/people/anne_dudley http://www.tnhistoryforkids.org/people/cornelia_fort http://www.tnhistoryforkids.org/people/sam_davis http://www.tnhistoryforkids.org/people/john_sevier http://www.tnhistoryforkids.org/people/sam_houston Additional resources: http://www.congressforkids.net/

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2nd

grading period: Weeks 7-9 Nov. 21- Dec. 16 Vocabulary: tradition culture wants needs spending saving

Culture

1.1 Explain with supporting details the culture of a specific place, including a student’s community and state.

1.2 Define multiculturalism as many different cultures living within a community, state, or nation.

1.3 Re-tell stories from folk tales, myths, and legends from other cultures.

1.4 Use collaborative conversations with diverse partners to discuss family customs and traditions.

1.5 Present the student’s family culture through the use of drawing, writing, and/or multimedia

Economics

1.14 Examine and analyze economic concepts including basic needs vs wants and the factors that could influence a person to use money or save money.

History

1.36 Produce complete sentences to describe people, places, things and events with relevant details that relate to time, including past, present, and future.

1.37 Interpret information presented in picture timelines to show the sequence of events and distinguish between past, present, and future.

1.39 Use informational text to help describe the importance of celebrating these national holidays: Thanksgiving

1.43 Through the use of drawings, discussions, or writings, express reasons the contributions made from these Tennessee leaders were important in the development of the state: Nancy Ward (a Cherokee Indian) and Sam Houston (who lived with the Cherokee)

Thanksgiving (Thursday, November 24) Activity: Students create posters to share their family’s winter traditions. Compare these to other cultures and their traditions. Discuss how these traditions have evolved. Suggested Literature Links: Critters, Maps and Heroes by Tennessee History for Kids The Pilgrims' First Thanksgiving By Ann McGovern Thanksgiving is for Giving Thanks by Margaret Sutherland Need It or Want It? By John Serrano Needs and Wants by Susan Ring The Bag I’m Taking to Grandma’s by Shirley Neitzel If You Made a Million by David Schwartz Oranges (What’s for Lunch) by Claire Llewellyn Spending Money by Natalie Rosinsky Little Critter Just Saving My Money by Mercer Mayer Christmas around the World by Mary D. Lankford Lights of Winter: Winter Celebrations around the World by Heather Conrad Suggested Web Links: Several lesson plan ideas for Thanksgiving: http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/collection/teaching-about-first-thanksgiving Wants and Needs poster lesson: http://www.education.com/activity/article/Needs-Wants-Poster/ Several lessons on money and needs and wants: http://financeintheclassroom.org/passport/first/ Links to information on how countries around the world celebrate Christmas: http://www.the-north-pole.com/around/ Images and Information on Winter Holidays: http://kids.nationalgeographic.com/explore/winter-celebrations/# Book list for multicultural winter holiday traditions: http://childrens-books.lovetoknow.com/chapter-books/holiday-multicultural-books-children TNHistory for Kids famous people: http://www.tnhistoryforkids.org/people/sam_houston http://www.tnhistoryforkids.org/people/nancy_ward

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First Grade Social Studies Pacing Guide 2016-2017 School Year 3rd Nine Weeks

Suggested Timeframe Topic/Standard Optional Resources/Activities

3rd

grading period: Weeks 1-3 Jan. 3- Jan. 27 Vocabulary: rule responsibility rights Martin Luther King Jr. compare

Government and Civics

1.27 Explain that our state’s and country’s laws are based upon the Constitution.

1.28 Give examples of a rule and a law through the use of drawings, discussions, or writings.

1.29 Describe the fundamental principles of American democracy, including respect for the rights, opinions and property of others, fair treatment for all, and respect for the rules by which they live.

History

1.36 Produce complete sentences to describe people, places, things and events with relevant details that relate to time, including the past, present, and future.

1.37 Interpret information presented in picture timelines to show the sequence of events and distinguish between past, present, and future.

1.38 Compare ways individuals and groups in the local community and state lived in the past to how they live today, including forms of communication, types of clothing, types of technology, modes of transportation, types of recreation and entertainment.

1.39 Use informational text to help describe the importance of celebrating these national holidays: Martin Luther King Jr. Day

1.43 Through the use of drawings, discussions, or writings, express reasons the contributions made from these Tennessee leaders were important in the development of the state: Diane Nash (civil rights)

Activity: Revisit classroom rules and responsibilities Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Monday, January 16) Suggested Literature Links: Critters, Maps and Heroes by Tennessee History for Kids Do Unto Otters by Laurie Keller Never Spit On Your Shoes by Denys Cazet What If Everybody Did That? by Ellen Javernick Martin’s Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by Doreen Rappaport. The Story of Martin Luther King, Jr. By Johnny Ray Moore Suggested Web Links: Pictures and information on MLK: http://kids.nationalgeographic.com/explore/history/martin-luther-king-jr.html Diversity lesson: http://lessonplanspage.com/SSMusicOMartinLutherKingDayWeAreJustLikeCrayonsDiversityLesson12.htm/ Additional resources: http://www.congressforkids.net/ Links for standard 1.38: http://mashable.com/2014/12/05/evolution-of-communication-brandspeak/#N4frk5znbZq3 http://www.thepeoplehistory.com/fashions.html http://online.purdue.edu/ldt/learning-design-technology/resources/evolution-technology-classroom

http://www.historyworld.net/wrldhis/PlainTextHistories.asp?historyid=ab79 https://www.sciencedaily.com/terms/entertainment.htm

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3rd

grading period: Weeks 4-6 Jan. 30- Feb. 17 Vocabulary: symbol America president

Government and Civics/Presidents

1.25 Identify the current city/county Mayor, Governor, and President, and explain their roles in government.

1.26 Explain the importance of patriotic traditions, including the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance, appropriate behavior during the playing of our National Anthem, and demonstrate appropriate flag etiquette.

1.27 Explain that our state’s and country’s laws are based upon the Constitution.

1.29 Describe the fundamental principles of American democracy, including respect for the rights, opinions and property of others, fair treatment for all, and respect for the rules by which they live.

1.30 Summarize that voting is a way of making choices and decisions.

1.32 Recognize that communities in Tennessee have a local government and compare/contrast this to our state and national government.

History

1.36 Produce complete sentences to describe people, places, things and events with relevant details that relate to time, including the past, present, and future.

1.37 Interpret information presented in picture timelines to show the sequence of events and distinguish between past, present, and future.

1.39 Use informational text to help describe the importance of celebrating these national holidays: President’s Day

1.40 Differentiate between fact and fiction when sharing stories or retelling events using primary and secondary sources.

President’s Day (Monday, February 20) Activity: Review a timeline of American presidents, using terms such as past, present, future Suggested Literature Links: Critters, Maps and Heroes by Tennessee History for Kids What Presidents are Made Of by Hanoch Piven George Washington: A Life of Self-Discipline by Anne Todd Abraham Lincoln (My First Biography) by Marion Dane Bauer Barack Obama: 44

th US President by Jill C. Wheeler

Suggested Web Links: BrainPOP Jr videos: “Statue of Liberty” “US symbols” American Symbols Book: http://mrstsfirstgradeclass-jill.blogspot.com/2012/02/american-symbols-mini-book.html Statue of Liberty Lesson and Resources: http://larremoreteachertips.blogspot.com/2013/03/the-statue-of-liberty.html

President’s Day lesson ideas: http://littlegiraffes.com/teaching-ideas/488/presidents-activities-lessons-teaching-ideas

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3rd

grading period: Weeks 7-9 Feb. 21- March 10 Vocabulary: map symbol river ocean lake

Geography

1.15 Recognize basic map symbols, including references to land, water, cities, and roads.

1.18 Use cardinal directions on maps.

1.20 Distinguish the difference between a continent, mountain, river, lake, and ocean.

1.21 Describe how the location of his/her community, climate, and physical surroundings affect the way people live, including their food, clothing, shelter, transportation and recreation.

1.22 Construct a map showing the Atlantic Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Washington D.C., Memphis, Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Mississippi River, Cumberland River, Tennessee River, Great Smoky Mountains, Rocky Mountains, Center Hill Lake, Norris Lake, Reelfoot Lake, and Clingmans Dome.

1.24 Summarize in their own words, that a map is a representation of a space, such as the classroom, the school, the neighborhood, town, city, state, country or world.

various maps and globes Suggested Literature Links: Critters, Maps and Heroes by Tennessee History for Kids What is a Landform? By Rebecca Rissman Looking at Maps and Globes by Carmen Bredson There’s a Map in My Lap by Tish Rabe Me on the Map by Joan Sweeney Looking at Maps and Globes by Carmen Bredson There’s a Map in My Lap by Tish Rabe Me on the Map by Joan Sweeny Our Fifty States: A Family Adventure Across America by Lynne Cheney Tennessee by Paul Joseph, Tennessee by Myra Weatherly V is for Volunteer by Michael Shoulders T is for Tennessee – A State Alphabet Book by E.J. Sullivan Good Night Tennessee by Adam Gamble Suggested Web Links: Free printable maps: http://www.freeusandworldmaps.com/html/USAandCanada/USPrintable.html Great geography activity to create a 3D map: http://countingcoconuts.blogspot.com/2011/08/me-on-map.html Map skills lessons with videos, hands-on activities and more: http://nationalgeographic.org/education/map-skills-elementary-students/

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First Grade Social Studies Pacing Guide 2016-2017 School Year 4th Nine Weeks

Suggested Timeframe Topic/Standard Optional Resources/Activities

4th

grading period: Weeks 1-3 March 13- April 7 Vocabulary: good service advertisement

Culture

1.1 Explain with supporting details the culture of a specific place, including a student’s community and state.

Economics

1.8 Give examples of products (goods) that people buy and use.

1.9 Give examples of services (producers) that people provide.

1.10 Explain differences between goods and services and describe how people are consumers and producers of goods and services.

1.11 Describe goods and services that are exchanged worldwide.

1.12 Examine different types of advertisements used to sell goods and services.

1.13 With prompting and support, read informational texts about major products and industries found in Tennessee, to include mining, music, tourism, automobile manufacturing, and agriculture.

Geography

1.21 Describe how the location of his/her community, climate, and physical surroundings affect the way people live, including their food, clothing, shelter, transportation and recreation.

1.23 Identify the three Grand Divisions of Tennessee on a map and compare and contrast each division’s major physical features.

Various maps and globes Activity: Students research a good or service produced in TN. Then create an advertisement for the chosen good or service. Suggested Literature Links: Critters, Maps and Heroes by Tennessee History for Kids Tennessee by Paul Joseph, Tennessee by Myra Weatherly V is for Volunteer by Michael Shoulders T is for Tennessee – A State Alphabet Book by E.J. Sullivan Good Night Tennessee by Adam Gamble Ox-Cart Man by Donald Hall An Orange in January by Dianna Aston Suggested Web Links: State, County, and City maps and links: http://www.tn.gov/local/ Website with book lists for goods and services: https://www.choiceliteracy.com/articles-detail-view.php?id=390 Lesson plan ideas for goods and services: http://financeintheclassroom.org/passport/first/social_studies.shtml http://www.councilforeconed.org/lesson-resources/lessons/sample-lessons/Play_Dough_Econ_Sample_Lesson.pdf

http://www.econedlink.org/teacher-lesson/642/Difference-Between-Goods-Services http://www.tnfarmbureau.org/teacher-lesson-plans-resources

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4th

grading period: Weeks 4-6 April 10- April 28 Vocabulary: leader historic event contribution

History

1.36 Produce complete sentences to describe people, places, things and events with relevant details that relate to time, including the past, present, and future.

1.37 Interpret information presented in picture timelines to show the sequence of events and distinguish between past, present, and future.

1.40 Differentiate between fact and fiction when sharing stories or retelling events using primary and secondary sources.

1.41 Identify holidays, historic events, symbols, and famous people from Tennessee. Students will be introduced to the lives of Tennessee leaders and their contributions.

1.42 Ask and answer questions about historical events that helped shape our Nation and explain the role Tennessee played in those events.

1.43 Through the use of drawings, discussions, or writings, express reasons the contributions made from these Tennessee leaders were important in the development of the state: Nancy Ward, John Sevier, Sam Houston, Sam Davis, Casey Jones, Ausin Peay, Anne Dallas Dudley, Cordell Hull, Cornelia Fort, and Diane Nash.

Activity: Create a timeline of Tennessee leaders, including images and sentences detailing their contribution to our state. Suggested Literature Links: Critters, Maps and Heroes by Tennessee History for Kids Suggested Web Links: Timeline resources: http://www.worldatlas.com/webimage/countrys/namerica/usstates/tntimeln.htm http://www.ereferencedesk.com/resources/state-history-timeline/tennessee.html Links for information on TN leaders: http://www.teachtnhistory.org/index.cfm/m/62/Top_10_Influential_Tennesseans http://www.tnhistoryforkids.org/people/casey_jones TN State Museum: http://www.tnmuseum.org/Teachers/Lesson_Plans/

4th

grading period: Weeks 7-9 May 1- May 25 Vocabulary: memorial independence

History

1.36 Produce complete sentences to describe people, places, things and events with relevant details that relate to time, including the past, present, and future.

1.39 Use informational text to help describe the importance of celebrating these national holidays: Memorial Day and Independence Day

1.41 Identify holidays, historic events, symbols, and famous people from Tennessee. Students will be introduced to the lives of Tennessee leaders and their contributions.

1.42 Ask and answer questions about historical events that helped shape our Nation and explain the role Tennessee played in those events.

Suggested Literature Links: Critters, Maps and Heroes by Tennessee History for Kids Let’s Get Ready for Memorial Day by Lloyd G. Douglas The Wall (Reading Rainbow Book) by Eve Bunting A is for America by Devin Scillian The Fourth of July Story by Alice Dalgliesh Suggested Web Links: Articles and images for Memorial Day: http://www.timeforkids.com/news/meaning-memorial-day/40391 Activities, poems, songs for Independence Day lessons: http://sunniebunniezz.com/holiday/4ofjuly.htm EduTOOLBOX Proud to be Americans unit: http://www.edutoolbox.org/rasp/457?route=tntools/list/grade/803/955/1