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1. 5th Grade AIM Diane Moore, GT Specialist for Chandler Elementary Diane_Moore@allenisd.org 467-469-1400 ext. 5234 Welcome This year’s study will be Civil War. I love that I have the same students and parents each year. If you ever have a question or concern, please email or call me. I look forward to another wonderful year! Mrs. Moore Curriculum • This year our integrated unit of study is The Civil War: A House Divided. This year-long study is designed around the concept of cause and effect. We will be investigating the United States during this historical time to learn how systems of geography, government, economics, and culture interact. Students will determine cause and effect relationships by making connections between events of this time period. The main goals of the unit are listed below. Each student will have the opportunity to research, contribute to discussions, and present various projects throughout the year. • Objectives • To develop understanding of the concept of cause and effect and its relationship to events and eras in history • To develop reasoning skills with application to social studies • To develop interpersonal and social group process skills • To develop skills in historical analysis and primary source interpretation • To develop understanding of causes of the Civil War, the major events and influential individuals of the period, and the reasons for the Union victory. cumulus stratus cirrus fog snow moon sky rain water droplets cloud Fifth Grade Supply List: 1 composition notebook 1 package of papermate flair markers Clorox Wipes Double stick tape Velcro dots or strips Please drop off the first week of school. Updated Website Be sure to check out our class website occasionally for podcasts, websites, pictures and more! Go to the Chandler webpage, click faculty web sites, and find my name. Class Times This year 5th grade AIM students will meet every Friday. We will begin AIM the secondweek of school. If possible, please try to schedule Dr. appointments on another day 