Whether you’ve started already or are beginning this week, welcome back! School is officially in full-swing all across the country. We hope you had a great summer and are ready to make learning fun again this year! As we begin teaching in September I thought I would share Homeschool Resources from Kids Discover with you.
Teaching In September through Kids Discover
Charlie and my nephew Jason will be in school for there 3rd week when they return to school tomorrow. As they are our this Monday morning for Labor Day.
To kick off September, mark your calendars with these dates (and resources!) for teaching inspiration this month. If you have used these resources in your classroom let me know what you thought of them and why you felt that way.
September 1 – World War II Begins (1939)
Throughout the 1930’s, as democratic countries like Britain, France, and the United States did little to stop the Axis powers, their dictators grew bolder. On September 1, 1939, Germany invaded Poland. Britain and France then finally declared war on Germany–and World War II had begun. Kids can read about theDeclaration of War in this Unit–which is alsoavailable in print.
September 6 – Pilgrims Depart for the New World (1620)
It was almost 400 years ago that the first English Puritans, known today as the Pilgrims, left Plymouth, England for the New World. Teach kids about the rough journey they had on The Mayflower, and what life was like inColonial America–for those who survived the trip.
Our neighbors to the south, Mexico, had a long and complicated history of powerful empires and Spanish rule, but eventually gained total independence in 1821. Kids will love learning about Mexico’s Geography, from mountains and deserts to sitting on a sandy beach next to palm trees. Or, teach them aboutthe country’s holidays, some of which are celebrated in the U.S. (And don’t forget to check out thePrint Title too!)
September 17 – Constitution Day
The Constitution, covered by Kids Discover in bothdigital and print formats, explains how the U.S. government is organized and different departments’ separation of powers. Topics likeOther Changes to the Constitution will teach kids about updates, also known as amendments, that’ve been proposed over time–and why they did or didn’t pass. Also, be sure to check out our Print Title, Kids Discover American Government, which introduces kids to the country’s three branches of government, and their respective responsibilities.
September 23 – Neptune Discovered (1846)
September 24 – Supreme Court of the United States Established (1789)
The Judiciary Act of 1789 was adopted on September 24, 1789 in the very first session of the First United States Congress. It established the federal judiciary as is one of the three branches of the federal governments, and vested power in the newly created Supreme Court. In this FREE mini-Unit you’ll learn about the Origins of The Supreme Court andThe Nine Justicessitting on the bench
