Early American History
Grade 5 Social Studies · South Dakota, USA
Learn about the founding of the nation and its early growth.
Lessons
The American Revolution
Learn why the American colonies fought for independence from Britain.
The Constitution and Bill of Rights
Discover how the Constitution set up the government and the Bill of Rights protected people's freedoms.
The New Nation
See how the United States grew and organized itself in its early years.
Westward Expansion
Understand why and how Americans moved west across the continent.
The Gold Rush
Learn how the discovery of gold in California changed the nation.
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What topics are in Early American History for Grade 5 Social Studies?+
The Early American History chapter covers multiple lessons aligned to the South Dakota curriculum. Browse all lessons below to see the full topic list.
Is Early American History part of the South Dakota curriculum?+
Yes, Early American History is part of the official Grade 5 Social Studies curriculum in South Dakota, USA.