Name: Morgan Bowden, Amy Gwynn, Ian Heindel, Megan Haughawout Lesson Title: American Heroes Grade Level:

5th Grade Subject: Social Studies Curriculum Goal: 5.SS.1.1.2 Discuss significant individuals who have been responsible for bringing about cultural and social changes in the United States. (452.01b) Learning Objectives: Students will be able to research, and present correct information on a self-chosen American Hero. They will be expected to accurately create a report, and present their information with 90% accuracy. Equipment Needed/Materials:

Pencil Paper Computer Internet History Text Book Word Processor Power Point

Lesson Summary:

The students will choose a historical figure from the United States of America and write a report that summarizes their figures life. The students will need to research their American Heroes life, they will use the internet and their History Text book. After the students have researched they will then write their repot. Once they have written a report they will present to the class. They will need some type of visual aid.

Integration of Technology:

Students will use a computer to create a report, and a visual aid (most likely a poster) about their American Hero. They will also use technology to research their American Hero.