LEARN NC

K–12 teaching and learning · from the UNC School of Education

Social Studies — Grade 5

Goal 2: The learner will analyze political and social institutions in North America and examine how these institutions respond to human needs, structure society, and influence behavior.

Objective 2.05. Assess the role of political parties in society.

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Aligned lesson plans

Election time database
After using various methods of researching information, students will create a database and use it to answer questions about the current election. At the conclusion, students will create a poster or PowerPoint presentation of their findings.
Format: lesson plan (grade 5 Computer/Technology Skills, Information Skills, and Social Studies)
By Lee Yahnker.