Zoey Kane - Curriculum Map by Zoey Kane

Standard

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4–G1.0.3 (Use geographic tools to answer questions), 4–G2.0.2 (Describe human and physical characteristics of regions)

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4–P3.1.1 (Identify public issues), 4–P3.3.1 (Compose arguments about public policy), 4–P4.2.1 (Develop and implement an action plan)

Local Government Simulation

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Students role-play a city council meeting debating a local public issue (e.g., building a park). They research, present viewpoints, and vote.

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4–P1.3 (Express ideas in written, spoken, and graphic forms), 4–G2.0.2 (Describe human and physical characteristics of regions)

Michigan State Symbols Art and Research Project

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Students research Michigan’s state symbols (flower, bird, tree), create artwork, and explain their significance to the class.

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4–H3.0.7 (Threats to natural resources and protection efforts), 4-G5.0.1 (Consequences of human activities on environment)

Great Lakes Environmental Study

zoeygkane — 2025-09-30 13:46:55 UTC

Students investigate the Great Lakes ecosystem and environmental challenges. They create posters or digital projects proposing ways to protect natural resources.

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zoeygkane — 2025-09-30 13:46:55 UTC

4–G1.0.1 (Identify geographic questions), 4–P1.1 (Use social science tables, maps)

zoeygkane — 2025-09-30 13:46:55 UTC

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4–H3.0.1 (Investigate Michigan’s economic development), 4–H3.0.2 (Explain migration and immigration effects)

Map Skills Scavenger Hunt

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Students use maps and clues to find key places in Michigan, learning map reading and geographic skills. They create their own clue-based maps for peers.

Cultural Traditions Research and Presentation

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Students research a cultural group important to Michigan’s history (e.g., Native American tribes, European settlers) and create a multimedia presentation.

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4–H3.0.3 (Stories of individuals in Michigan history), 4–P3.4 (Actions people have taken to address issues)

Famous Michiganders Biography Project

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Groups research notable Michigan figures, write biographies, and present through posters, letters, or skits.

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Michigan History Timeline

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Groups research major events in Michigan’s history (statehood, immigration, industry) and build a classroom timeline with dates, pictures, and explanations.

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Michigan Geography Project

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Students create a large classroom map of Michigan showing major cities, rivers, the Great Lakes, and regions with labels and descriptions.

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Standard

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4–G4.0.2 (Impact of immigration on cultural development), 4–P1.3 (Express social science ideas)

Michigan Economy Exploration

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Students investigate Michigan’s major industries (automotive, agriculture, mining) through interviews, videos, and research, then create a report on how resources shape the economy.

Standard

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4–H3.0.4 (Relationship between natural resources and industry), 4–E1.0.1 (Economic questions in market economy)

Community Service Civic Project

zoeygkane — 2025-10-06 21:32:30 UTC

Students identify a need in their community, plan a service project, and carry it out, reflecting on civic responsibility and participation.

Standard

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4–C5.0.1 (Responsibilities of members of society), 4–P4.2.2 (Participate in projects to help others)

Project Based Learning

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Each month has a main project that the students will work on throughout the month. Each one is based on a Michigan State Standard.