Narrative Writing With Liberty and Justice Curriculum: America's Landmarks Mystery Quest Unit 1 Book 1: Statue of Liberty and Mount Rushmore

By Michelle Rossi

America's Landmarks Mystery Quest Curriculum Overview The America's Landmarks Mystery Quest curriculum is a creative and engaging six-week program designed for fifth grade students. It integrates literacy and social studies by exploring iconic American landmarks through adventure-themed picture books and structured writing instruction. Step 1: Read-Aloud & Exploration Teachers begin with Book 1: The Statue of Liberty and Mount Rushmore. The Teacher's Guide includes: - Discussion question cards - Hands-on activities and creative ideas Opportunities for critical thinking and historical reflection This step sparks curiosity and sets the stage for deeper learning. Step 2: Narrative Writing with Liberty and Justice Students transition into the narrative writing process, guided by the 'Narrative Writing with Liberty and Justice' framework. This unit creatively walks students through the writing process, helping them: - Develop characters and plot - Use dialogue and sensory details - Organize events with transitions - Conclude their stories meaningfully Teachers can supplement with additional materials or adapt the curriculum to fit their classroom needs. Step 3: Six-Week Instructional Slide Deck A ready-to-use student slide deck supports instruction with: - Anchor charts - Rubrics Practice worksheets - Answer keys - Anchor texts - Differentiated passages Curriculum Overview Unit 1: Statue of Liberty and Mount Rushmore - Narrative Writing Unit 2: Golden Gate Bridge and The Mystery Spot - Expository Writing Unit 3: The White House and The Liberty Bell - Opinion Writing Unit 4: Lincoln Memorial and The Everglades - Compare and Contrast Writing Unit 5: The Grand Canyon and Independence Hall - Argumentative Writing Standards Alignment (Unit 1: Narrative Writing) Aligned with Michigan Grade 5 ELA Standards: - W.5.3: Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences. - W.5.3a-e: Includes orientation, dialogue, transitions, sensory details, and conclusion. - W.5.4-5.5: Produce clear writing and strengthen it through revision. - W.5.8: Recall and summarize relevant information.=

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 125787215X
• ISBN13: 9781257872152
• Release Date: August 2025
• Publisher: Lulu.com
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 2.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 8.5" x 11.0"