Social Studies /6th Teachers:

1. Social Studies /6thTeachers: Roberts/Gonzalez/Sanchez 2013-2014

2. Unit TEKS: (RS/SS) 6.1 (B){SS} analyze the historical background of various contemporary societies to evaluate relationships between past conflicts and current conditions. 6.4 (B){RS} identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for patterns of population in places and regions; 6.6 (C)[SS} analyze the effects of the interaction of physical processes and the environment on humans. 6.7 (A){RS} identify and analyze ways people have adapted to the physical environment in various places and regions; 6.8 (C)[RS[ explain the impact of relative scarcity of resources on international trade and economic interdependence 6.9 (A){RS} compare ways in which various societies organize the production and distribution of goods and services; 6.11 (C){SS] identify reasons for limiting the power of government; 6.12 (A){RS} identify and give examples of governments with rule by one, few, or many; 6.15 (C) {SS}define a multicultural society and consider both the positive and negative qualities of multiculturalism; 6.15 (D) analyze the experiences and evaluate the contributions of diverse groups to multicultural societies; 6.17 (C){SS} evaluate the impact of improved communication technology among cultures; 6.20 (A) give examples of scientific discoveries and technological innovations, including the roles of scientists and inventors, that have transcended the boundaries of societies and have shaped the world; 6.20 (B) explain how resources, belief systems, economic factors, and political decisions have affected the use of technology;

3. Subject Social StudiesDATE:11-11-13 SE 6.4 (B){RS} identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for patterns of population in places and regions; 6.17 (C){SS} evaluate the impact of improved communication technology among cultures; WARM-UP Video segment on Cultures of Mexico. Activity Students will complete a web with information about the culture of Mexico and take notes. 12-1 Review for the test. Homework Study class notes and organize binders. LANGUAGE OBJ What economic factors have caused emigration from Mexico to the United States? Assessment Teacher checks for understanding. Map quiz.

4. Subject Social StudiesDATE:11-12-13 WARM-UP Video segment on Guatemala and Nicaragua. SE 6.1 (B){SS} analyze the historical background of various contemporary societies to evaluate relationships between past conflicts and current conditions spread; 6.9 (A){RS} compare ways in which various societies organize the production and distribution of goods and services; 6.11 (C){SS] identify reasons for limiting the power of government; 6.12 (A){RS} identify and give examples of governments with rule by one, few, or many; 6.15 (C) {SS}define a multicultural society and consider both the positive and negative qualities of multiculturalism; Activity Students will take notes on Guatemala and Nicaragua. 12-1 . Review for the test. Homework Study class notes& organize your binders. LANGUAGE OBJ Essential Question What are some of the current economic and political difficulties that the indigenous people of Guatemala face? Assessment Teacher checks for understanding. Students will take a quiz.

5. Subject Social StudiesDATE:11-13-13 SE 6.6 (C)[SS] analyze the effects of the interaction of physical processes and the environment on humans. 6.15 (D) analyze the experiences and evaluate the contributions of diverse groups to multicultural societies; 6.20 (A) give examples of scientific discoveries and technological innovations, including the roles of scientists and inventors, that have transcended the boundaries of societies and have shaped the world; 6.20 (B) explain how resources, belief systems, economic factors, and political decisions have affected the use of technology; WARM-UP Why was the Panama Canal so difficult to build? Activity Students will: Complete a flow chart with information about the Panama Canal. They will take notes on Panama 12-23 Homework Study class notes and organize your binder. LANGUAGE OBJ Essential Question? Why is the Panama Canal an important transportation corridor? Assessment Teacher checks for understanding. Students will take the Second Six Weeks Exam.

6. Subject Social StudiesDATE:11-14-13 SE 6.20 (A) give examples of scientific discoveries and technological innovations, including the roles of scientists and inventors, that have transcended the boundaries of societies and have shaped the world; 6.20 (B) explain how resources, belief systems, economic factors, and political decisions have affected the use of technology; WARM-UP Ona map of the Western Hemisphere student are to trace the route a ship would take from New York City to San Francisco, California, before the Panama Canal. Activity Students will see a video of the Panama Canal and answer questions Homework Study your notes and organize your binder. LANGUAGE OBJ Essential Question? Give an example of a scientific discovery that had an impact on the building of the Panama Canal? How did this discovery also shape societies around the world? Assessment Students questions will be graded.

7. Subject Social StudiesDATE:11-15-13 SE 6.8 (C)[RS[ explain the impact of relative scarcity of resources on international trade and economic interdependence 6.9 (A){RS} compare ways in which various societies organize the production and distribution of goods and services; • Activity • Students will read: “Banana Republic” and complete top portion of “Good or Evil .‘’ Write a persuasive paragraph expressing and explaining their opinion. They are to share ideas. • Home work • Study your notes, organize your binder . WARM-UP V Growing Bananas- read and answer 3 questions LANGUAGE OBJ Essential Question? Why are bananas different from other fruits? Teacher checks for understanding. Assessment