UTES Social Studies

Our fifth grade theme this year is Be the Change. Whether that means being a good role model or standing up for what you believe in, we are repeating this theme throughout all of the content areas. We’ve identified countless people in history who have seen a need and been the agent for change. We’ve  also read [...]

When you experience both understanding and empathy from fifth graders, it is a beautiful thing. Our study of The Great Depression and Dust Bowl Era recently provided just such an experience. Through opportunities for reading, writing, listening and speaking, my students communicated their learning in a variety of creative ways.