Distance Learning
- Grade Level:
- Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
- Subject:
- Social Studies
- Common Core Standards:
- 3.SL.1, 3.SL.1.a, 3.SL.1.b, 3.SL.1.c, 3.SL.1.d, 4.SL.1, 4.SL.1.a, 4.SL.1.b, 4.SL.1.c, 4.SL.1.d, 5.SL.1, 5.SL.1.a, 5.SL.1.b, 5.SL.1.c, 5.SL.1.d
Program Format:
1. This program begins with a brief introduction to the
National Park Service for first time students of our programs.
2. A brief of overview of the Homestead Act is discussed.
(Note: If you want a class on the requirements and impacts of the Homestead Act, please register for the Homestead Act of 1862.)
3. A discussion on the types of houses built on the plains.
4. A discussion on the chores of a homestead child.
5. A guided discussion on the inside of a log cabin with pictures.
6. Summary and questions.
Objectives:
2. Learn about life in the homesteading era.
3. Understand the daily routine of a homesteader.
How to Participate
Homestead National Historical Park is able to connect to students using several different technologies to include: H.323 (IP addresses) through a conference call. If you do not see the connection you are specifically looking for, please contact us at the information below.
Homestead National Historical Park partners with the Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration (CILC) to schedule programs. Accounts are free and there is no charge for any of our programs.
Please register for a program here.
If you are unable to register through CILC, please call the Education Specialist at (402) 223-3514 or contact him via email.
Last updated: March 11, 2023