Making a mummy the natural way

English Language Arts (2004)

Grade 7

• Goal 2: The learner will synthesize and use information from a variety of sources.
  • Objective 2.01: Respond to informational materials that are read, heard, and/or viewed by:
    • monitoring comprehension for understanding of what is read, heard and/or viewed.
    • analyzing the characteristics of informational works.
    • summarizing information.
    • determining the importance of information.
    • making connections to related topics/information.
    • drawing inferences and/or conclusions.
    • generating questions.
  • Objective 2.02: Use multiple sources of print and non-print information in designing and developing informational materials (such as brochures, newsletters and informercials) through:
    • identifying and using appropriate primary and secondary sources.
    • comparing, contrasting, and evaluating information from different sources about the same topic.
    • evaluating information for extraneous details, inconsistencies, relevant facts, and organization.

Social Studies (2003)

Grade 7

• Goal 2: The learner will assess the relationship between physical environment and cultural characteristics of selected societies and regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
  • Objective 2.01: Identify key physical characteristics such as landforms, water forms, and climate and evaluate their influence on the development of cultures in selected African, Asian and Australian regions.
• Goal 8: The learner will assess the influence and contributions of individuals and cultural groups in Africa, Asia, and Australia.
  • Objective 8.03: Identify major discoveries, innovations, and inventions and assess their influence on societies past and present.
• Goal 11: The learner will recognize the common characteristics of different cultures in Africa, Asia, and Australia.
  • Objective 11.02: Examine the basic needs and wants of all human beings and assess the influence of factors such as environment, values, and beliefs in creating different cultural responses.
• Goal 12: The learner will assess the influence of major religions, ethical beliefs, and values on cultures in Africa, Asia, and Australia.
  • Objective 12.01: Examine the major belief systems in selected regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia, and analyze their impact on cultural values, practices, and institutions.