Introduce your children to American heroes with this literature-based homeschool curriculum unit. Over three weeks, they'll explore literature while developing citizenship values, academic skills, and a sense of community. Engaging activities empower students to envision themselves as proactive contributors to society.

Key Features

• Creative Expression: Students will make heroic collages commemorating early American leaders and Imagining Disney-inspired creations. 
• Critical Thinking: Students will create a Mini-Documentary by researching present stories of American heroes. This exercise sharpens their ability to dissect information, evaluate implications, and convey findings with clarity.
• Hands-on Learning: Students will immerse themselves in an Underground Railroad simulation and explore George Washington Carver's inventiveness through a hands-on scientific exercise.
• Interdisciplinary Connections: From Writing Reflective Poems based on their experiences to the artistry in a Personal Timeline, these activities bridge literacy with personal growth and history.

As they close the chapter on the American Heroes unit, your children will have enhanced their  literacy skills and gain a deeper appreciation for the lives that shaped our nation. Through the lens of literature and their creativity, they will have imagined potential, crafted their voices, and connected with American heritage. This language arts unit spans three weeks of our comprehensive Age 7-9 curriculum, typically used as a third-grade homeschool curriculum.

This item includes free online access to Beyond the Page Online for 18 months. This includes Learning Gates, Portfolio and any curriculum or student activity pages that you have purchased.