Week 1: Human Body
- Introduce the human body and its major organs
- Study the different organ systems in detail, such as the digestive, respiratory, and circulatory systems
- Learn about healthy habits, nutrition, and exercise
- Make a model of the human body with various organ systems.
Week 2: Animal Habitats
- Introduce the concept of habitats and ecosystems
- Study various habitats such as the ocean, forest, desert, and polar regions
- Learn about the different animals that live in each habitat
- Create a diorama of an animal habitat
Week 3: Plants
- Introduce the different parts of a plant
- Study the plant life cycle
- Learn about photosynthesis
- Plant a seed and observe its growth over time
Week 4: Weather
- Introduce the different types of weather
- Study the water cycle
- Learn about different weather patterns, such as tornadoes and hurricanes
- Conduct weather experiments, such as making a tornado in a bottle
Week 5: Rocks and Minerals
- Introduce the different types of rocks
- Study the rock cycle
- Learn about minerals and their uses
- Collect and identify rocks and minerals
Week 6: Ancient Civilizations
- Introduce the concept of ancient civilizations
- Study various ancient civilizations, such as the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans
- Learn about the daily life, customs, and traditions of these civilizations
- Create a project based on a specific ancient civilization, such as building a model of the pyramids.
Week 7: Geography
- Introduce basic geography concepts
- Study the different continents and oceans
- Learn about various countries and their cultures
- Create a map of the world
Week 8: Solar System
- Introduce the concept of the solar system
- Study the different planets and their characteristics
- Learn about the sun and its importance
- Create a model of the solar system
Week 9: Inventors and Inventions
- Introduce the concept of inventors and inventions
- Study various inventors, such as Thomas Edison and Alexander Graham Bell
- Learn about their inventions and their impact on society
- Create a project based on a specific invention, such as making a telephone
Week 10: Community Helpers
- Introduce the concept of community helpers
- Study various community helpers, such as police officers and firefighters
- Learn about their roles and responsibilities
- Create a project based on a specific community helper, such as making a police badge
Week 11: Space Exploration
- Introduce the concept of space exploration
- Study the history of space exploration
- Learn about various space missions and their objectives
- Create a project based on a specific space mission, such as building a model of the International Space Station
Week 12: Music
- Introduce the concept of music
- Study various music genres, such as classical and jazz
- Learn about musical instruments and their history
- Create a project based on a specific musical instrument
Week 13: Art
- Introduce the concept of art
- Study different art movements, such as Impressionism and Abstract Expressionism
- Learn about famous artists and their works
- Create a project based on a specific art movement, such as painting a watercolor in the style of Claude Monet
Week 14: Famous Americans
- Introduce the concept of famous Americans
- Study various famous Americans, such as George Washington and Martin Luther King Jr.
- Learn about their contributions to society
- Create a project based on a specific famous American, such as making a model of the White House
Week 15: Simple Machines
- Introduce the concept of simple machines
- Study various simple machines, such as levers and pulleys
- Learn about their uses and applications
- Create a project based on a specific simple machine, such as building a catapult
Week 16: Insects
- Introduce the concept of insects
- Study various insects and their characteristics
- Learn about their habitats and life cycles
- Create a project based on a specific insect, such as making a model of a butterfly
Week 17: Poetry
- Introduce the concept of poetry
- Study different types of poetry, such as haiku and sonnets
- Learn about famous poets and their works
- Create a project based on a specific poem, such as writing an original haiku
Week 18: Continents and Cultures
- Introduce the concept of continents and cultures
- Study various continents and their cultures
- Learn about their customs and traditions
- Create a project based on a specific culture, such as making a mask based on African tribal art
Week 19: Ocean Life
- Introduce the concept of ocean life
- Study various marine animals and their characteristics
- Learn about ocean habitats and ecosystems
- Create a project based on a specific marine animal, such as making a model of a jellyfish
Week 20: Fractions
- Introduce the concept of fractions
- Study different types of fractions, such as proper and improper fractions
- Learn about equivalent fractions and how to add and subtract them
- Create a project based on fractions, such as making a pizza with different fraction toppings
Week 21: Government
- Introduce the concept of government
- Study the different levels of government, such as federal and local
- Learn about the three branches of government and their functions
- Create a project based on a specific branch of government, such as making a poster about the judicial system
Week 22: Electricity
- Introduce the concept of electricity
- Study different types of circuits and their components
- Learn about conductors and insulators
- Create a project based on electricity, such as building a simple circuit
Week 23: Biomes
- Introduce the concept of biomes
- Study various biomes, such as the rainforest and tundra
- Learn about the different plants and animals that live in each biome
- Create a project based on a specific biome, such as making a diorama of the desert
Week 24: Weather
- Introduce the concept of meteorology
- Study different weather patterns, such as tornadoes and hurricanes
- Learn about weather forecasting and climate change
- Create a project based on weather, such as making a weather chart for a week
Week 25: Ancient Civilizations
- Introduce the concept of ancient civilizations
- Study various ancient civilizations, such as Aztecs, Maya, and Inca
- Learn about their architecture, art, and culture
- Create a project based on a specific ancient civilization, such as making a pyramid model
Week 26: Plants
- Introduce the concept of plants
- Study different types of plants, such as flowering and non-flowering plants
- Learn about photosynthesis and plant life cycles
- Create a project based on plants, such as starting a small indoor herb garden
Week 27: Money
- Introduce the concept of money
- Study different types of currency and their values
- Learn about saving and spending money
- Create a project based on money, such as designing your own currency
Week 28: States and Capitals
- Introduce the concept of states and capitals
- Study the 50 states and their capitals
- Learn about each state’s geography and history
- Create a project based on a specific state, such as making a brochure about Florida
Week 29: Human Body
- Introduce the concept of the human body
- Study different body systems, such as the respiratory and circulatory systems
- Learn about health and nutrition
- Create a project based on the human body, such as making a model of the digestive system
Week 30: Astronomy
- Introduce the concept of astronomy
- Study the solar system and the planets
- Learn about the different types of stars and galaxies
- Create a project based on astronomy, such as making a model of the solar system
Week 31: Map Skills
- Introduce the concept of map skills
- Study different types of maps, such as topographic and political maps
- Learn about directions and map symbols
- Create a project based on map skills, such as making a treasure map
Week 32: Simple Science Experiments
- Introduce the concept of science experiments
- Study different types of science experiments, such as chemical reactions and physical changes
- Learn about the scientific method
- Create a project based on science experiments, such as conducting a simple science experiment
Week 33: Folktales
- Introduce the concept of folktales
- Study different types of folktales, such as fables and legends
- Learn about the different cultural traditions and values portrayed in folktales
- Create a project based on folktales, such as writing an original folktale
Week 34: World Cultures
- Introduce the concept of world cultures
- Study different cultures, such as Asian and African cultures
- Learn about cultural traditions, customs, and values
- Create a project based on a specific culture, such as making a Japanese origami craft
Week 35: Time and Measurement
- Introduce the concept of time and measurement
- Study different units of time, such as seconds, minutes, and hours
- Learn about different units of measurement, such as inches and centimeters
- Create a project based on time and measurement, such as designing and building a simple clock
Week 36: Culminating Project
- Review and reflect on the various unit study topics covered throughout the year
- Select a topic of interest or a favorite topic from the year
- Conduct further research and study on the topic
- Create a culminating project that demonstrates the knowledge and skills gained throughout the year, such as a research paper or presentation.