Description

Exploring US History Course Description

Exploring US History is a middle school level class which explores United States history from the discovery of the New World to modern day history. Students will learn about our amazing history, people, and events which have occurred throughout our history.

Mrs. Coffey is a member of Daughters of the American Revolution, and uses her vast genealogical and historical knowledge to bring the founding of our country to life for her students.

Students will use a textbook with weekly readings as the basis of class with lively discussions, PowerPoints, virtual museum tours, videos and fun facts in live class to make history interesting and fun. Students will also complete a timeline of events and people throughout the year, with a year-long fun (a student favorite) presidents project.

Weekly open book reading quizzes from each chapter will be given, with other short projects interspersed throughout the year to bring a hands-on element to the class.

Grade Levels

5th – 8th grade

Prerequisites

None; however, please note that this textbook is at the BJU Press 8th grade level. Students who are not at this reading level are welcome to have parents or siblings read to them.

Curriculum

BJU Press: The American Republic, fifth edition
BJU Press: The American Republic, Activities, fifth edition
Timeline Materials