Fourth Grade History and Geography

History and Geography 400 continues the process of developing in students an understanding of and appreciation for God’s activity as seen in the record of man and his relationships. The course focuses on World Geography, describing the surface of the Earth and its natural features (biomes). It also teaches about cultural distinctive, placing special emphasis on North American geography and culture. Then, expanding on instruction, it presents a survey of Earth and space explorations. These areas of focus target three major content strands: Geography, History, and Social Studies Skills.

​Lessons focus on diversity of cultures, plants, and animals from all over the world. From Kenya to Hong Kong, and Nepal to the Andes, interactive maps and hands-on exercises make learning fun and support retention of key concepts.

Curriculum Focus

• Identify Significant Explorers, Such As Prince Henry, Christopher Columbus, And Ferdinand Magellan, Noting Their Accomplishments.
• Locate And Describe Different Regions Of The World, Such As Climactic And Topographical Regions
• Understand The World In Spatial Terms (According To Hemispheres And Maps).
• Locate And Describe U.S. Regions Made Up Of Various Groups Of States, Such As New England And The Plains States.
• Identify Cultural And Geographic Differences Between Various Biomes And Countries That Are Covered In The Course.