The 13 Colonies Informative Writing Unit

The 13 Colonies Informative Writing Unit This social studies resource teaches 3rd-5th grade students about the original 13 colonies through a 7-day lesson plan. Students read three informative articles about the colonies and use accompanying graphic organizers to plan and write an essay. Also included are an "I Can" goal poster, coloring maps, vocabulary worksheets, and more. These materials aim to boost informative writing skills while making history exciting. They can be used for whole-class, small group, or individual work. With a gradual release model, educators can facilitate interactive modeling before students work more independently. This unit integrates social studies and ELA standards in an engaging way.