These days it is getting harder and harder to find good and accurate American History curriculum. While there is a plethora of world history in the academic world, finding age appropriate history books is a challenge. We have found many books over the years that have been a great resource.

Although there are history books of all kinds, elementary is what has been the hardest. Below are three units I have created for elementary and middle school age to get good, solid American History information taught in fun and creative ways.

General American History Unit:

• For younger kids – I did a numbering system and let them paste on the page, give them one or two word sections to fill in like names etc.
• For older kids – they can do the cutting and gluing themselves and give them more deeper questions.
• This includes 26 Lessons for 3rd-5th grade level on average depending on skill and interest
• Create a working journal to make the information more digestible
• Free printable packet for journal pages
• Fill in the blanks: names dates, major events and content as you read
• Many variations to make interactive notebook exciting and engaging!

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Early Settlers Unit:

• For elementary and older elementary (can vary-some activities require computer use)
• Used Southwestern Advantage to aid in the content
• Simple and elementary aged lessons for American content
• Learn about the settlers and world travelers finding America
• Short and various reading books of all types, activities and videos/websites/resources

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American Revolution Unit:

• Self created four unit study that can span over many months
• Geared towards middle school age
• Notetaking skills, research skills and essay writing
• Detailed breakdown of the North, South and Middle colony battles
• Intensive reading and teaching beginning analysis of history concepts