Unit 1 Connecting Themes
The social studies curriculum begins with 2 weeks of introducing the students to the themes to the left. We use a variety of storybooks, situations, and interactive activities. For example, for "Beliefs and Ideals" we are looking at the school's vision and beliefs. Then the students will work in groups to create their on list of beliefs about learning. For example, “We believe that if we work hard, we will learn what we need to know to do well in 5th grade and beyond.”
For "Conflict and Change" we are reading a story called, "Molly Lou Melon" and are discussing the events that lead up to the conflict, how the conflict was resolved, and how the characters changed as a result of the conflict. Then students will work in small groups and will receive a conflict scenario to role play for the class. The first time they role play the situation, they show a negative change as a result of the conflict. For example, students who are arguing over playground equipment might choose to get rid of the equipment completely to resolve the conflict. Students will role play the same situation again, but this time, they should show a positive change as a result of the conflict. For example, students who are arguing over playground equipment might choose to organize team sports so that everyone can use the equipment together.
We will work through the rest of the themes over the next couple of weeks to ensure the students understand the main themes so they can see how our history fits into these themes.
For "Conflict and Change" we are reading a story called, "Molly Lou Melon" and are discussing the events that lead up to the conflict, how the conflict was resolved, and how the characters changed as a result of the conflict. Then students will work in small groups and will receive a conflict scenario to role play for the class. The first time they role play the situation, they show a negative change as a result of the conflict. For example, students who are arguing over playground equipment might choose to get rid of the equipment completely to resolve the conflict. Students will role play the same situation again, but this time, they should show a positive change as a result of the conflict. For example, students who are arguing over playground equipment might choose to organize team sports so that everyone can use the equipment together.
We will work through the rest of the themes over the next couple of weeks to ensure the students understand the main themes so they can see how our history fits into these themes.
E.L. Miller's Beliefs
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E.L. Miller's Vision
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At E.L. Miller, we believe…
Student learning is our top priority! All children are unique individuals with the ability to learn and succeed. Since students have individualized learning needs, teachers must use a variety of techniques, methods, and materials to support students’ learning and educational process. establishing a supportive learning environment within our school. |
A “Failure Free School” where students are:
tomorrow. |