Standard Course of Study :: Social Studies

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Resources of South America: In CareerStart lessons: Grade six, page 4.9; In this lesson for grade six, students will research the resources of a South American country and will create a map illustrating those resources.; Format: lesson plan (grade 6 Social Studies); By Shea Calloway and Joann Via.

Integrated unit on South America: This lesson includes information concerning database operations, word processing, desktop publishing, and spreadsheet formatting. Students will solve math problems.; Format: lesson plan (grade 6 Computer/Technology Skills, English Language Development, Mathematics, and Social Studies); By DPI Integration Strategies.

Gridding a site: In Intrigue of the Past, page 2.2; In their study of how to grid a site, students will use a map and the Cartesian coordinate system to establish a grid system over an archaeological site, labeling each grid unit; determine the location of artifacts within each grid unit; and construct a scientific inquiry concerning the location of artifacts on the site.; Format: lesson plan (grade 6–7 Mathematics and Social Studies)

The five themes of geography: In CareerStart lessons: Grade six, page 4.6; In this lesson for grade six, students will explore different career paths based on the five themes of geography.; Format: lesson plan (grade 6 Social Studies); By Shea Calloway.

Ecuador: A study of population: In this lesson, students will create population pyramid graphs and analyze photographs to investigate population in Ecuador. Students will draw on this analysis to make predictions about how population issues will affect Ecuador's future. The lesson plan is designed to be adapted to the study of various countries.; Format: lesson plan (grade 6 English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies); By Eric Eaton.

Ecuador: A land of climate diversity: In this lesson, students will create climate graphs and analyze photographs to investigate the various types of climate in Ecuador and the interactions between climate and human culture. The lesson plan is designed to be adapted to the study of various countries.; Format: lesson plan (grade 6 Science and Social Studies); By Eric Eaton.

Where in the world would you like to live?: Students compare thematic maps of the continents and the world as a whole to determine where they would like to live. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 6–7 English Language Arts and Social Studies); Provided by: National Geographic

Where Do Your Possessions Come From?: Students learn about the Earth's natural resources and the ways that people use these resources. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 6–7 English Language Arts and Social Studies); Provided by: National Geographic

The shape of things to come: In this Xpeditions lesson, students explore the shapes of countries around the world. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 6–7 Social Studies); Provided by: National Geographic

Rail traffic controller: In this lesson, from Xpeditions, students use the Xpedition Hall virtual exhibit, Rail Traffic Controller, to locate the countries of origin for items imported to specific countries in Europe. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 6 Social Studies); Provided by: National Geographic

Products across borders: In this lesson, students identify foreign products available in the United States and learn about U.S. companies that sell products abroad. The students discuss globalization and illustrate two maps to show where products come from and where they're sold. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 6–7 English Language Arts and Social Studies); Provided by: National Geographic

Population pyramids and us: In this Xpeditions lesson, students learn how a geographer uses a population pyramid to interpret the dynamics of a population. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 6 Mathematics and Social Studies); Provided by: National Geographic

Mission geography: Europe: In this Xpeditions lesson, students research and learn about the culture, physical geography, and history of selected countries in Europe. Acting as "tour operators," small groups of students create an imaginary tour group itinerary that highlight interesting... (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 6 Social Studies); Provided by: National Geographic

Live from ancient Olympia!: This page contains an EDSITEment lesson in which students have an opportunity to develop “live interviews” with ancient athletes that reflect an understanding of the beliefs that underlay the ancient Olympic Games. In addition, students will... (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 6 English Language Arts and Social Studies); Provided by: National Endowment for the Humanities

Interpreting the evidence: This lesson, the second of a two-part series from Science NetLinks, offers useful information and activities to help students understand how scientists learn about civilizations that have disappeared. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 6–8 Science and Social Studies); Provided by: American Association for the Advancement of Science

Interpreting population statistics: Students are introduced to population statistics such as birth, death, and literacy rates. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 5–7 Mathematics and Social Studies); Provided by: National Geographic

Geography matters in history: Students consider the ways in which historical events and processes have been affected by geography. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 6–8 English Language Arts and Social Studies); Provided by: National Geographic

Geography and your dream job: Introduces students to the five themes of geography. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 6–7 English Language Arts and Social Studies); Provided by: National Geographic

Famous boundaries: Students label boundaries (between states or countries) on a map and then think about the boundaries they are familiar with near their homes. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 6–7 Social Studies); Provided by: National Geographic

Clues from the Black Sea: Students discuss the scientific method and define “theory” and “hypothesis.” (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 6 English Language Arts and Social Studies); Provided by: National Geographic

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