*Weekly Pacing Guide Should Include Focus Standards
Grade Level/Content Curriculum Map
2016-2017
*Weekly pacing guide should include Focus Standards
*Add a week or remove weeks as needed for each unit. Be sure to include buffer weeks.
*Indicate at the bottom of the week if there are any holidays or teacher workdays.
Unit 1Using Connecting Themes in Fourth Grade
August 2-12 / Week 1
August 2-5, 2016 / Week 2
August 8-12
Focus Standards:
The focus of this important first unit is on the concepts and enduring understandings rather than specific standards. / Connecting Theme(s):
In this unit students will be introduced to the unit connecting themes of:
• Beliefs and Ideals • Conflict and Change • Distribution of Power • Individuals, Groups, Institutions • Location • Movement/Migration • Technological Innovations
These themes will provide the scaffolding needed for the study of Social Studies for the rest of the school year.
Citizenship Theme:
Self-Respect
Pride and belief in oneself and in achievement of one’s potential
Focus Standards:
The focus of this important first unit is on the concepts and enduring understandings rather than specific standards. / Connecting Theme(s):
In this unit students will be introduced to the unit connecting themes of:
• Beliefs and Ideals • Conflict and Change • Distribution of Power • Individuals, Groups, Institutions • Location • Movement/Migration • Technological Innovations
These themes will provide the scaffolding needed for the study of Social Studies for the rest of the school year.
Citizenship Theme:
Self-Control
Control of your actions and emotions
Focus Standards:
The focus of this important first unit is on the concepts and enduring understandings rather than specific standards.
Unit 2
The Discovery of North America / Week 3
August 15-19
Unit 2 Pre-Test / Week 4
August 22-26 / Week 5
August 29-September 2 / Week 6
September 5 –Holiday/School Closed
September 6-9 / Buffer Week 7
September 12-16
Unit 2 Post-Test
Performance Task
Focus Standards:
H1a,b; H2a,b; G1a; G2a,b; E1a / Connecting Theme(s):
Location
• American Indian settlements (H1a, G2a) • Use of environment (H1b) • Major features of the US (G1a) • Early adaptations to new environments (G2b)
Citizenship Theme:
Courtesy
Polite behavior
Focus Standards:
SS4G1a / Connecting Theme(s):
Location
• American Indian settlements (H1a, G2a) • Use of environment (H1b) • Major features of the US (G1a) • Early adaptations to new environments (G2b)
Citizenship Theme:
Respect for Others
Appreciation for the importance of and the efforts of others
Focus Standards:
SS4H1a,b
SS 4G2a / Connecting Theme(s):
Location
• American Indian settlements (H1a, G2a) • Use of environment (H1b) • Major features of the US (G1a) • Early adaptations to new environments (G2b)
Citizenship Theme:
Punctuality
Promptness
Focus Standards:
SS4H1a,b
SS 4G2a,b / Connecting Theme(s):
Location
• American Indian settlements (H1a, G2a) • Use of environment (H1b) • Major features of the US (G1a) • Early adaptations to new environments (G2b)
Movement/Migration
• Reasons, obstacles, accomplishments of explorers (H2a) • Cooperation/conflict between Europeans/Natives (H2b) • Describe opportunity costs (E1a)
Citizenship Theme:
Trustworthiness
Worthy of confidence
Focus Standards:
SS4H2b
SS 4G2b
SS4E1a,c,d / Connecting Theme(s):
Movement/Migration
• Reasons, obstacles, accomplishments of explorers (H2a) • Cooperation/conflict between Europeans/Natives (H2b) • Describe opportunity costs (E1a)
Citizenship Theme:
School Pride
Care and satisfaction in your school’s achievement and success
Focus Standards:
SS4H1-2
SS4G2
Unit 3
The Colonization of North America / Week 8
September 19-23
Unit 3 Post-Test / Week 9
September 26-30 / Week 10
October 3-6
October 7 Student Holiday / Week 11
October 10-14 / Buffer Week 12
October 17-21
Unit 3 Post-Test
Performance Task
Focus Standards:
H3a,b; G2c; E1b,c,d / Connecting Theme(s):
Location
• Geography of each colony (G2c) • Compare/contrast life of colonial regions (H3a)
Citizenship Theme:
Respect for the Environment
The conversation and care of your surroundings
Focus Standards:
SS4H3a
SS4G2c / Connecting Theme(s):
Location
• Geography of each colony (G2c) • Compare/contrast life of colonial regions (H3a)
Citizenship Theme:
Civility
Polite and courteous behavior towards others in words and actions
Focus Standards:
SS4G2c
SS4H3 a,b
ELA W2 / Connecting Theme(s):
Location
• Geography of each colony (G2c) • Compare/contrast life of colonial regions (H3a)
Citizenship Theme:
Reliability
Deserving of trust and confidence
Focus Standards:
SS4H3b
SS4G2c / Connecting Theme(s):
Location
• Geography of each colony (G2c) • Compare/contrast life of colonial regions (H3a)
Citizenship Theme:
Honor
A sense of what is right, just, and true
Focus Standards:
SS4H3a,b
SS4G1
SS4G2c / Connecting Theme(s):
Location
• Geography of each colony (G2c) • Compare/contrast life of colonial regions (H3a) • Explain price incentives (E1b)
Individuals, Groups, Institutions
• Colonial life (H3b) • Describe specialization (E1c) • Explain voluntary exchange (E1d)
Citizenship Theme:
Sportsmanship
The ability to take winning and losing without gloating or complaining
Focus Standards:
SS4H3a,b
SS4G2a
SS4E1a-c
Unit 4
Forming a New Nation / Week 13
October 31-November 4
Unit 4 Pre-Test / Week 14
November 7-10
November 11
School Closed / Week 15
November 14-18 / Buffer Week 16
November 28-December 2
Unit 4 Post-Test
Performance Task
Focus Standards:
H4a,b,c,d; G2d; CG1a / Connecting Theme(s):
Beliefs and Ideals
• Explain the Declaration of Independence (H4b) • Natural rights in Declaration (CG1a)
Conflict and Change
• Events that shaped the revolutionary movement (H4a) • Major events of the Revolution (H4c) • Use of physical geography (G2d)
Individuals, Groups, Institutions
• Key individuals in the Revolution (H4d)
Citizenship Theme:
Gratitude
A feeling of thankful appreciation for benefits received
Focus Standards:
SS4Ha,c,d
SS4G2d
ELA W2 / Connecting Theme(s):
Beliefs and Ideals
• Explain the Declaration of Independence (H4b) • Natural rights in Declaration (CG1a)
Conflict and Change
• Events that shaped the revolutionary movement (H4a) • Major events of the Revolution (H4c) • Use of physical geography (G2d)
Individuals, Groups, Institutions
• Key individuals in the Revolution (H4d)
Citizenship Theme:
Patriotism
Respectful devotion to one’s country
Focus Standards:
SS4CG1
SS4H4d / Connecting Theme(s):
Beliefs and Ideals
• Explain the Declaration of Independence (H4b) • Natural rights in Declaration (CG1a)
Conflict and Change
• Events that shaped the revolutionary movement (H4a) • Major events of the Revolution (H4c) • Use of physical geography (G2d)
Individuals, Groups, Institutions
• Key individuals in the Revolution (H4d)
Citizenship Theme:
Respect for the Creator
As referenced in the Declaration of Independence and state law, unalienable human rights reflecting the “intrinsic worth of every individual”
Focus Standards:
SS4H4d
ELAW2 / Connecting Theme(s):
Beliefs and Ideals
• Explain the Declaration of Independence (H4b) • Natural rights in Declaration (CG1a)
Conflict and Change
• Events that shaped the revolutionary movement (H4a) • Major events of the Revolution (H4c) • Use of physical geography (G2d)
Individuals, Groups, Institutions
• Key individuals in the Revolution (H4d)
Citizenship Theme:
Generosity/Service
Willingness to give and share unselfishly your time and talents in your community
Focus Standards:
SS4H4
SS4G2
SSCG1a
Unit 5
Our American Government / Week 17
December 5-9
Unit 5 Pre-Test / Week 18
December 12-16 / Week 19
January 2-3
School Closed
January 4 Student Holiday
January 5-6 / Week 20
January 9-13 / Week 21
January 16
School Closed
January 17-20 / Buffer Week 22
January 23-27
Unit 5 Post-Test
Focus Standards:
H5a,b,d,e; G1b; G5;E1 / Connecting Theme(s):
Distribution of
Power, Change and conflict, Individuals, Groups, Institutions
Identify the three branches of the U.S. government (H5). Describe the federal system (G1). Describe the functions of government (G3).
Individuals,
Groups, Institutions
Explain the importance of Americans sharing central democratic beliefs and principles(G4).
The importance of freedom of expression (G2).
Citizenship Theme:
Responsibility
Respect
Courage
Focus Standards:
H5a,b,d,e; G1b; G5;E1 / Connecting Theme(s):
Distribution of Power
Identify the three branches of government (H5). Describe the federal system (G1)
Citizenship Theme:
Responsibility
The state of being responsible.
Focus Standards:
H5c, G1c / Connecting Theme(s):
Distribution of Power
Beliefs and Ideals
Process for making and enforcing laws (G1c). Managing conflicts and protecting rights(G3b).
Citizenship Theme:
Respect
To consider worthy of high regard.
Focus Standards:
G1c;G3b / Connecting Theme(s):
Conflict and Change
Providing for the defense of the nation (G3c). Limiting power of authority (G3d). Fiscal responsibility(G3e)
Citizenship Theme:
Courage
The strength of mind that makes one able to meet danger and difficulties with firmness.
Responsibility
The state of being responsible. / Connecting Theme(s):
Individuals, Groups, Institutions
The necessity of respecting the rights of others and promoting common good(G4a). Obeying reasonable laws/rules voluntarily and to participate in civic life (G4b).
Citizenship Theme:
Respect
To consider worthy of high regard.
Generosity
Willingness to give or share.
Focus Standards:
G4a; G4b / Connecting Theme(s):
Distribution of
Power
Identify the three branches of the U.S. government (H5). Describe the federal system (G1). Describe the functions of government (G3).
Individuals,
Groups, Institutions
Explain the importance of Americans sharing central democratic beliefs and principles(G4).
The importance of freedom of expression (G2).
Citizenship Theme:
Responsibility
Respect
Courage
Focus Standards:
H5a,b,d,e; G1b; G5;E1
Unit 6
Expansion of a New Nation / Week 23
January 30-February 3
Pre-Test / Week 24
February 6-10 / Week 25
February 13-17 / Week 26
February 20
School Closed
February 21 Student Holiday
February 22-24 / Week 27
February 27-March 3 / Buffer Week 28
March 6-10
Unit 6 Post-Test
Focus Standards:
H6a,b,c;H7a,b;G1b;G2e;E1f / Connecting Theme(s):
Movement/Migration, Technological Innovations, Location
Citizenship Theme:
Courage
Respect
Responsibility
Compassion
Focus Standards:
Standards:
H6a,b,c;H7a,b;G1b;G2e;E1f / Connecting Theme(s):
Movement/Migration, Technological Innovations, Location
Citizenship Theme:
Courage
Respect
Responsibility
Compassion
Focus Standards:
Standards:
H6a,b,c;H7a,b;G1b;G2e;E1f / Connecting Theme(s):
Movement/Migration, Technological Innovations, Location
Citizenship Theme:
Courage
Respect
Responsibility
Compassion
Focus Standards:
Standards:
H6a,b,c;H7a,b;G1b;G2e;E1f / Connecting Theme(s):
Movement/Migration, Technological Innovations, Location
Citizenship Theme:
Courage
Respect
Responsibility
Compassion
Focus Standards:
H6a,b,c;H7a,b;G1b;G2e;E1f / Connecting Theme(s):
Movement/Migration, Technological Innovations, Location
Citizenship Theme:
Courage
Respect
Responsibility
Compassion
Focus Standards:
H6a,b,c;H7a,b;G1b;G2e;E1f / Connecting Theme(s):
Movement/Migration, Technological Innovations, Location
Citizenship Theme:
Courage
Respect
Responsibility
Compassion
Focus Standards:
H6a,b,c;H7a,b;G1b;G2e;E1f
Unit 7
Responsible Spender/Learning From Our Past / Week 29
March 13-17
Unit 7 Pre-Test / Week 30
March 20-24 / Week 31
March 27-31 / Week 32
April 11-13
April 14
School Closed / Week 33
April 17-21 / Buffer Week 34
April 24-28
Unit 7 Post Test
Focus Standards:
E1a,b,c,d,e,f;E2 / Connecting Theme(s):
Individuals, Groups, Institutions, Movement/Migration, Technological Innovations
Citizenship Theme:
Respect
Responsibility
Focus Standards:
E1a,b,c,d,e,f;E2 / Connecting Theme(s):
Individuals, Groups, Institutions, Movement/Migration,
Citizenship Theme:
Responsibility
Focus Standards:
E1a,b,c / Connecting Theme(s):
Individuals, Groups, Institutions, Movement/Migration,
Citizenship Theme:
Responsibility
Focus Standards:
E1a,b,c / Connecting Theme(s):
Individuals, Groups, Institutions,
Citizenship Theme:
Responsibility
Focus
Standards:
E1d,e; E2 / Connecting Theme(s):
Technological Innovations
Citizenship Theme:
Courage
Responsibility
Focus Standards:
E1f / Connecting Theme(s):
Individuals, Groups, Institutions, Movement/Migration, Technological Innovations
Citizenship Theme:
Respect
Responsibility
Focus Standards:
E1a,b,c,d,e,f;E2
Unit 8
Show What You Know / Week 35
May 1-5
Unit 8 Pre-Test / Week 36
May 8-12 / Unit 9
Looking Forward to Fifth Grade / Week 37
May 15-19 / Week 38
May 22-24
Focus Standards:
List standards
H1a,b;H2a,b;H3a,b;H4a,b,c,d;H5a,b,c,d,e;H6a,b,c;H7a,b;G1a,b;G2a,b,c,d,e; CG1a,b,c;CG2;CG3a,b,c,d;E1a,b,c,d,e,f / Connecting Theme(s):
Beliefs and Ideals, conflict and Change, distribution of Power, Individuals, Groups, institutions, location, Movement/Migration, Technological Innovations
Citizenship Theme:
Honesty, Compassion, Respect, Responsibility, Courage, generosity
Focus Standards:
H1a,b;H2a,b;H3a,b;H4a,b,c,d;H5a,b,c,d,e;H6a,b,c;H7a,b;G1a,b;G2a,b,c,d,e; CG1a,b,c;CG2;CG3a,b,c,d;E1a,b,c,d,e,f / Connecting Theme(s):
Beliefs and Ideals, conflict and Change, distribution of Power, Individuals, Groups, institutions, location, Movement/Migration, Technological Innovations
Citizenship Theme:
Honesty, Compassion, Respect, Responsibility, Courage, generosity
Focus Standards:
H1a,b;H2a,b;H3a,b;H4a,b,c,d;H5a,b,c,d,e;H6a,b,c;H7a,b;G1a,b;G2a,b,c,d,e; CG1a,b,c;CG2;CG3a,b,c,d;E1a,b,c,d,e,f / Focus Standards:
CG1; E3; G1; H1; CG3 / Connecting Theme(s):
Beliefs and Ideals, conflict and Change, distribution of Power, Individuals, Groups, institutions, location, Movement/Migration, Technological Innovations
Citizenship Theme:
Honesty, Compassion, Respect, Responsibility, Courage, generosity
Focus Standards:
CG1; E3; G1; H1; CG3 / Connecting Theme(s):
Beliefs and Ideals, conflict and Change, distribution of Power, Individuals, Groups, institutions, location, Movement/Migration, Technological Innovations
Citizenship Theme:
Honesty, Compassion, Respect, Responsibility, Courage, generosity
Focus Standards:
CG1; E3; G1; H1; CG3