Writing Trails in American History

Integrate history, vocabulary, thesaurus, cursive practice and key word outlining in this multi-faceted writing modeling program for 3rd and 4th graders.

Using the very effective method of "Imitation in Writing" taught by the good folks at the Institute for Excellence in Writing, students imitate short essays on major figures and events in American history: The Mayflower, Paul Revere, The Declaration of Independence, Lewis and Clark, The War of 1812, The Oregon Trail, The War Between the States, WW I, WW II, Famous Inventors, Immigration, and more.

Includes 17 writing assignments and a scope and sequence detailing a 31-week schedule. Of course, you can pick and choose the topics and the order in which they are presented.