Core Knowledge:  Use the information and links on this page to learn more about the Core Knowledge topics we study in 4th grade.

Our First WebQuest

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During the month of September we will begin our study of the world's mountain systems.  This is part of our study of world geography.  We will be doing it by going on a Mountain Trek.  Instead of traveling to the mountains, we will be surfing the web.  If you would like to check out our WebQuest, just click on the link below.

Mountain Trek WebQuest


Europe in the Middle Ages

During March and April we will learn about the Middle Ages in Europe.  This is when we will do our castle project.  We will also learn about:
  • Feudalism
  • The Norman Conquest
  • The Growth of Towns
  • England in the Middle Ages
  • The Black Death
  • The Code of Chivalry
  • Castles
  • The Christian Church in Medieval Europe
  • The Crusades


Our Castles for 2013


The Core Knowledge Foundation

If you would like to learn more about Core Knowledge Curriculum, click on the link below to visit the Core Knowledge Foundation Website.

Core Knowledge Foundation

The American Revolution

We will learn about the American Revolution later in the fall.  We will do lots of reading of both non-fiction and historical fiction to learn more about this period in history.  These are the things students will learn about the American Revolution:
  • Causes and Provocations
  • Paul Revere's ride
  • Concord and Lexington:  the shot heard round the world.
  • Bunker Hill
  • The Second Continental Congress
  • The Declaration of Independence
  • Women in the revolution
  • Loyalists
  • Valley Forge
  • Famous people of the revolution
  • The Constitution of the United States


Take a look at our Castle Project for the 2011/2012 School year!