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Ucf Pegasus Plan - 4th Grade - Spending & Saving: How To Adult, Heather A. Smith, Madison Barbour, Laila Ibrahim Dec 2024

Ucf Pegasus Plan - 4th Grade - Spending & Saving: How To Adult, Heather A. Smith, Madison Barbour, Laila Ibrahim

Pegasus Plans: Social Studies Unit Plans for Florida Teachers

The "How to Adult" unit plan aims to equip fourth grader students with the essential skills in budgeting, saving, spending wisely, and understand taxes. Through interactive lessons and engaging activities, students will learn to manage money responsibly while developing a deeper understanding of personal finance concepts. By the end of the unit, students will be empowered to make informed financial decisions and lay the groundwork for a secure financial future.


Ucf Pegasus Plan – 3rd Grade – The Constitution, Shakira D. Reeves, Giulietta Wetzel, Elizabeth Pauly, Julia Cusack May 2024

Ucf Pegasus Plan – 3rd Grade – The Constitution, Shakira D. Reeves, Giulietta Wetzel, Elizabeth Pauly, Julia Cusack

Pegasus Plans: Social Studies Unit Plans for Florida Teachers

During this unit, students will explore how the U.S. Constitution serves as the foundation for government, fulfilling its purpose and addressing societal needs. Students will delve into the structures, functions, powers, and limitations of government as outlined in both the U.S. and Florida Constitutions. Additionally, students will also learn about Federalism, the multi-level nature of government, and will learn to recognize the different responsibilities of government at the local, state, and national levels. Lastly, students will practice identifying an author's purpose within informational texts as they deepen their understanding of complex concepts related to governance and constitutional frameworks.


Ucf Pegasus Plan – 5th Grade – Holocaust Unit Plan, Christopher Howe, Ainsley Miller, Julianna Dejesus, Alanna Grice, Hannah Osgood May 2024

Ucf Pegasus Plan – 5th Grade – Holocaust Unit Plan, Christopher Howe, Ainsley Miller, Julianna Dejesus, Alanna Grice, Hannah Osgood

Pegasus Plans: Social Studies Unit Plans for Florida Teachers

During this unit, students will explore what persecution and prejudice look like through the lens of the Holocaust. They will explore historical sites and dates through a variety of ways to include virtual field trips, Nearpod, and videos. Students will explore what being a good neighbor is like and how prejudice and can change people. Students will gain an understanding of how many people died in the Holocaust by the example of the Paperclip Project.


Ucf Pegasus Plan - 2nd Grade - Supply & Demand, Renata Veronica Nunez Saenz, Valeria Bonilla, Julia Buquicchio, Leah Silverman, Mya Buck Jan 2024

Ucf Pegasus Plan - 2nd Grade - Supply & Demand, Renata Veronica Nunez Saenz, Valeria Bonilla, Julia Buquicchio, Leah Silverman, Mya Buck

Pegasus Plans: Social Studies Unit Plans for Florida Teachers

During this unit, students will explore the fundamental concepts of economics. Through collaborative discussions, multimedia resources, and formative assessments, students will develop a robust understanding of how markets operate in their community and how people provide goods and services based on societal needs. Students will investigate the production process of familiar goods and learn the roles of producers and consumers in economic systems. They will also examine the concept of supply and demand with real-world applications by analyzing how changes in supply and demand affect prices and consumer behavior. The unit includes vocabulary introductions, practical demonstrations, and visual aids to …


Ucf Pegasus Plan - 1st Grade - Maps & Globes, Anna C. Howell, Alejandra Vega-Casillas, Gianna M. Astriab, Georgia De Los Santos, Lindsay Schultz Jan 2024

Ucf Pegasus Plan - 1st Grade - Maps & Globes, Anna C. Howell, Alejandra Vega-Casillas, Gianna M. Astriab, Georgia De Los Santos, Lindsay Schultz

Pegasus Plans: Social Studies Unit Plans for Florida Teachers

During this unit, students will explore, analyze, and construct maps. The students learn about what a globe is and how they are similar to and different from traditional maps. The daily lessons delve into the elements of maps, including cardinal directions, map symbols, and map keys, in addition to the seven continents and what makes each of these land masses unique. Through developmentally appropriate songs, games, and books, students will be highly engaged throughout this geography unit.


Ucf Pegasus Plan – Kindergarten – American U.S Symbols, Nicki Lynn Elia, Alma Tovar, Valerie Day, Jasmine Molina Jan 2024

Ucf Pegasus Plan – Kindergarten – American U.S Symbols, Nicki Lynn Elia, Alma Tovar, Valerie Day, Jasmine Molina

Pegasus Plans: Social Studies Unit Plans for Florida Teachers

This unit plan on U.S American Symbols includes interactive lessons, videos and context for Kindergarteners at any comprehension level including English learners.