Layers of Learning Year Four Unit Two

Make a Trail of Tears mobile as you learn about the expulsion of the Southwest tribes from their homes. Go surfing for facts with our Hawaii surf board printable. Build your own pop can hero engine as you learn about steam power. Make your own illustrated map of Paul Bunyan's exploits in America. Unit 4-1 has all of this and dozens more ideas to keep your kids learning with hands-on fun. In each unit you'll find a recommended library list, important background information about each topic, lots of activities to choose from for kids of all ages, and sidebars with a bunch more ideas including Additional Layers, Fabulous Facts, On The Web, Writer's Workshop, Famous Folks, and Teaching Tips. Printable maps and worksheets are included at the end of each unit and may be printed as often as needed for your family or class.