individualized• Students are able to use headphones to watch videos inside the tech book or move ahead to more challenging materials when ready
• Students who need more support are able to have the text read to them and even change the difficulty level with the click of a button |
Engaging• The tech book is constantly updated with the latest information
• Videos and images are placed throughout the book to keep readers engaged |
Organized• 1:1 iPads allow for students to have one place for everything
• Lighter load throughout the school day • Science and social studies classes will both be using the same website/app |
Home access• Unexpected absence? Students can log on and check out what is going on for the day!
• No need to bring their heavy textbook home, with internet access at home or local library, they can access everything! |
The Western Hemisphere
We will be exploring the Western Hemisphere with a focus on the United States, Canada, Mexico and Brazil. Click the button below to view the NYS Social Studies standards. Grade 5 begins on page 70 with the standards list beginning on page 74.
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