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Ben Franklin
Ben Franklin
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Ben Franklin
Fifth Grade
History
Benjamin Franklin wasn't just a Founding Father of the United States of America—he was so much more. In this lesson, students will learn how Ben Franklin changed the shape of Philadelphia.
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Ben Franklin
Ben Franklin
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Ben Franklin
Benjamin Franklin wasn't just a Founding Father of the United States of America—he was so much more. In this lesson, students will learn how Ben Franklin changed the shape of Philadelphia.
Fifth Grade
History
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Significance of "Let Freedom Ring" in MLK, Jr.'s Speech
Significance of "Let Freedom Ring" in MLK, Jr.'s Speech
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Significance of "Let Freedom Ring" in MLK, Jr.'s Speech
Fourth Grade
Reading
In this lesson, Significance of "Let Freedom Ring" in MLK, Jr.'s Speech, students will be able to understand the allusion Martin Luther King, Jr. makes to the song "My Country 'Tis of Thee." Have students discuss allusions in this speech.
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Significance of "Let Freedom Ring" in MLK, Jr.'s Speech
Significance of "Let Freedom Ring" in MLK, Jr.'s Speech
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Significance of "Let Freedom Ring" in MLK, Jr.'s Speech
In this lesson, Significance of "Let Freedom Ring" in MLK, Jr.'s Speech, students will be able to understand the allusion Martin Luther King, Jr. makes to the song "My Country 'Tis of Thee." Have students discuss allusions in this speech.
Fourth Grade
Reading
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Understand African American Spirituals
Understand African American Spirituals
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Understand African American Spirituals
Fourth Grade
Statistics
Spirituals have a long history in the United States, and often serve to strengthen and motivate people. Students will compare three types of spirituals from different time periods and share their understanding with their peers.
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Understand African American Spirituals
Understand African American Spirituals
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Understand African American Spirituals
Spirituals have a long history in the United States, and often serve to strengthen and motivate people. Students will compare three types of spirituals from different time periods and share their understanding with their peers.
Fourth Grade
Statistics
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About 5th Grade U.S. History Lesson Plans

On Education.com, fifth-grade U.S. history lesson plans provide educators and parents with structured resources covering early exploration through the 20th century. These lessons may include interactive reading exercises, timeline activities, and discussions of key events such as the American Revolution, westward expansion, and the Civil War. Resources are designed to support the study of historical facts, civics, geography, and economics, making learning engaging and age-appropriate.

Parents and teachers can explore a variety of materials on Education.com, including worksheets, printable activities, games, and project ideas that bring U.S. history to life. These resources help students analyze primary sources, practice critical thinking, and understand causality through interactive learning experiences. Using guided lesson plans, children can explore historical themes while developing reading, writing, and problem-solving skills.

Accessing these fifth-grade U.S. history lesson plans on Education.com enables educators and parents to save time while delivering comprehensive, engaging instruction. Structured materials support classroom teaching or homeschooling, making historical education accessible and enjoyable. With a range of thoughtfully curated resources, students can discover history’s connections to civics, economics, and culture, thereby strengthening their overall understanding of America’s past.