Discover the rich history of Galveston Island with our specially designed homeschool curriculum.
Dive into engaging lessons that bring the island’s past to life, from its early settlers to its role in pivotal moments in Texas history. Perfect for homeschool families seeking an immersive educational experience.
This curriculum unit was created in order to teach students about Galveston’s rich history in a way that is fun and engaging. Teachers and parents can use these lessons to learn before you come, or review what you've learned after you visit these historical sites that can only be found in Galveston, Texas. The suggested time frame for visiting these sites is over a minimum of a two-day period. Please be mindful of the museum and tour hours for each site as you set up the order in which you plan your visit to Galveston. Use the Interactive Map that will take you to a Google Map that shows you where the sites are located; they are divided using a two-day guided format.
TEKS
4th Grade Social Studies | 4C, 5A, 5B, 6A, 6B, 7A, 7B, 8A, 8B, 8C, 9A, 9B, 9C, 12B, 12C, 12E, 20B, 20C, 21B, 21C, 21D, 21E, 22A, 22B, 22C, 22D, 22E, 23A, 23B | Grades: 3-6 (TEKS from Grade 4 Social Studies, given their tie to Texas History)
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