Grade 5 Unit 4 The Wonder of Persia & Mesopotamia
Step into the captivating world of ancient Persia and Mesopotamia!
This engaging unit profoundly explores the first farmers and city-builders, awakening a sense of wonder and respect for the human journey on earth. Delve into the epic tales of Gilgamesh and the ancient civilization's quest for meaning while guiding children to develop practical skills, confidence, and empathy. By studying ancient civilizations, we gain a deeper understanding of our modern world and foster critical thinking and a connection to our ancestors. Explore the shared themes of different religions and encourage thoughtful reflection.
Let "The Wonder of Persia & Mesopotamia" inspire curiosity and understanding in your child, making history come alive in a way that resonates with them.
This purchase includes one digital curriculum unit with 15 days of lesson plans and 5 days of flexible projects. This unit will inspire you with beautiful images, clear instructions and exciting project ideas.
And that's not all. You will also gain access to the Wonder Hub, which includes supporting documents, videos, resources, and community.
The Wonder of Persia & Mesopotamia
Learning Standards
Language Arts
Concept 1: Exploring stories and other texts helps us understand ourselves and make connections to others and to the world.
Connection: The study of Ancient civilizations helps us to have a context for our modern world, and we see what we have learned from our ancestors.
Concept 2: Questioning what we hear, read, and view contributes to our ability to be educated and engaged citizens.
Connection: Yima and the Snowstorm has the same theme as Noah and the Flood. Have your child consider what this might mean, as different religions have the same story theme.
Math
Concept 1: Closed shapes have area and perimeter that can be described, measured, and compared.
Connection: Your child will work with these skills in their grade level workbook.
Concept 2: Identified regularities in number patterns can be expressed in tables.
Connection: Your child will work with the cuneiform number system and learn this pattern.