Social Studies
The learner will study the following units:
· Geography and map skills
· History of Wisconsin—Native Americans, explorers, immigration, and statehood
· Wisconsin government and economics
· US Regions—Midwest and Southwest
· Current events
Resources:
50 States - research site for state report
Netstate - research site for state report
Wikipedia - research site for general information
Quizlet - Online flashcards
MissPronouncer- If you are having difficulty pronouncing a WI word, visit this site
Physical Regions
WI Regions - research site for physical regions of WI
Native Americans
Native American Unit - Here you will be engaging in activities to learn about Native Americans
-Native American Traditions Learn about the 5 first traditions of Native Americans
-Native American Traditions Learn about the 5 first traditions of Native Americans
Current American Indian Tribes
Federally Recognized Tribes in WI
Current American Indian Tribes Webquest Project Thanks to Amber Holzl
Oneida
Ojibwe
Legends
Creation Story
Potawatomi
Legendary Figure- Shabbona
Legendary Figure- Tecumseh
Menominee
Ho-Chunk
General
Legends
Legendary Figures- Glory of the Morning, Yellow Thunder
Mohican,Stockbride-Munsee
WI Media Lab-Ojibwa 4 Seasons Videos
WI Media Lab-Powwow Video
Government
Wisconsin Legislature - See what the assembly and senate are doing as well as search laws and find our who your representatives are
Ben's Guide to Government - Learn about government through this site
Immigration
Countries of Birth of the Foreign-Born Population, 1850–2000 - Population chart of immigrants to United States
For Fun
Wisconsin Facts - Learn various facts about Wisconsin
Wisconsin's People- Explore the many cultures that are present in Wisconsin through actual people.
Wisconsin History- Learn about Wisconsin history through the Wisconsin Historical Society
Wisconsin Historical Society Kids Corner - Learn about Wisconsin through timelines, symbols, and fun facts
Wisconsin's "Firsts"- Click on a date to see an interesting fact
County Brochure Sites
Wisconsin Travel
Travel Wisconsin
Explore Wisconsin
Restaurants
Hunt, Fish, Camp Wisconsin
Wisconsin Visitor
Wisconsin DNR