Course: Cattle: History, U.S. Production & Fun Facts (Beef & Dairy)

In this unit, kids will explore how beef cattle and dairy cows have shaped agriculture, from their domestication to their role in modern food production. Whether they're just starting out or looking to expand their knowledge, this unit will help them understand why beef and dairy are two of the most important livestock sectors in the world.

THAT THEY'LL LEARN

Throughout this unit, you’ll cover three chapters, each focusing on a key aspect of beef and dairy farming:

CHAPTER BREAKDOWN:

• Chapter 1: History of Beef and Dairy Farming – Learn about the domestication of cattle, the rise of beef and dairy production, and how these animals became essential to agriculture.
• Chapter 2: Top 10 U.S. Beef and Dairy-Producing States – Explore which states lead in beef and dairy production and why these areas are well-suited for cattle farming.
• Chapter 3: Cattle Fun Facts – Discover unique traits, behaviors, and contributions of beef cattle and dairy cows beyond just meat and milk.

UNIT STRUCTURE AND ACTIVITIES

This unit is designed to help kids gradually build their knowledge and skills. Each chapter includes a narrative that introduces them to the topic, followed by activities to help reinforce what they have learned.

WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE...

• Unit Exploration housed in our Agriculture Unboxed Library (on course host platform Thinkific) that includes unit chapters described above with Teaching Information/Resources and Worksheets.

• Access to the Unit Exploration for the life of the product.

• Lesson Shopping List and Link to Discounted Additional Resources.

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