Social Studies – Grade 5

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The grade 5 social studies course expands on grade 4 Social Studies. Students will learn about key characteristics of various Indigenous nations and European settler communities prior to 1713:
1 – Heritage and Identity: Interactions of Indigenous Peoples and Europeans prior to 1713
2 – People and Environments: The Role of Government and Responsible Citizenship
Students using primary sources, such as treaties, historical images, and diaries, as well as secondary sources, they will investigate, from a variety of perspectives, relationships within and interactions between these communities as well as the impact of colonialism. They will develop their understanding of how historical events during this time have had an impact on present-day Canada. Students will also explore the responsibilities of Canadian citizens and levels of government.