COURSE: World Geography UNIT: United States & Canada, Middle America & South America (Chapters 1 7) GRADE(S): 7th TIMEFRAME: 9 Weeks Marking Period 4 PA ACADEMIC STANDARDS: Civics and Government: 5.1 PRINCIPLES AND DOCUMENTS OF GOVERNMENT 5.1.7.B. Identify the different types of government and the processes they use in making laws. 5.1.7.C. Explain how the principles and ideals shape local, state, and national government. Liberty/Freedom Democracy Justice Equality 5.2 RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF CITZENSHIP 5.2.7.B. Compare the methods citizens use to resolve conflicts in society and government. 5.3 HOW GOVERNMENT WORKS 5.3.7.C. Describe how local, state, and national governments provide services. 5.3.7.J. Identify various types of governments. 5.4 HOW INTERNATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS FUNCTION 5.4.7.A. Identify how countries have varying interests. 5.4.7.B. Describe how countries coexist in the world community. Economics: 6.1 SCARCITY AND CHOICE 6.1.7.A. Explain how limited resources and unlimited wants cause scarcity. 6.1.7.B. Compare decisions made because of limited resources and unlimited wants. Describe how resources are combined to produce different goods and services. 6.2 MARKETS AND ECONOMIC SYSTEMS 6.2.7.A. Describe the interaction of consumers and producers of goods and services in the state and national economy. 6.2.7.B. Explain why and how market competition takes place. 6.2.7.D. Explain the effects that changes in price have on buyers and sellers. 6.2.7.E. Explain the causes and effects of expansion and contraction of businesses. 6.2.7.G. Examine how various economic systems address the three basic questions. What to produce? How? For whom? 6.3 FUNCTIONS OF GOVERNMENT 6.3.7.B. Describe the impact of government involvement in state and national economic activities. 6.3.7.C. Explain the cost and benefits of taxation. 6.3.7.D. Identify how governments limit or promote international trade. 6.4 ECONOMIC INTERDEPENDENCE 6.4.7.A. Explain why people specialize in the production of goods and services and divide labor. 6.4.7.B. Analyze how changes in trade affect standards of living. 6.4.7.C. Explain how multinational corporations and other non-government organizations contribute to economic interdependence. 6.4.7.D. Explain how transportation, communication networks, and technology contribute to economic Interdependence. Geography: 7.1 BASIC GEOGRAPHIC LITERACY 7.1.7.A. Explain how common geographic tools are used to organize and interpret information about people, places, and environment. 7.1.7.B. Explain and locate places and regions as defined by physical and human features. 7.2 PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF PLACES AND REGIONS 7.2.7.A. Explain the characteristics of places and regions. 7.2.7.B. Describe the physical processes that shape patterns on Earth s surface. 12/2010-BL 1
7.3 HUMAN CHARACTERISTICS OF PLACES AND REGIONS 7.3.7.A. Describe the human characteristics of places and regions using the following criteria: Population Culture Settlement Economic activities Political activities 7.4 INTERACTIONS BETWEEN PEOPLE AND THE ENVIRONMENT 7.4.7.A. Describe and explain the effects of the physical systems on people within regions. 7.4.7.B. Describe and explain the effects of people on the physical systems within regions. History: 8.3 UNITED STATES HISTORY 8.3.7.A. Classify the social, political, cultural, and economic contributions of individuals and groups throughout United States history. 8.3.7.B. Examine the importance of significant historical documents, artifacts, and places critical to United States history. 8.3.7.C. Compare how continuity and change have impacted U.S. history. Belief systems and religions Commerce and industry Technology Politics and government Physical and human geography Social organizations 8.3.7.D. Examine conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations in U.S. history. Ethnicity and race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic stability 8.4 WORLD HISTORY 8.4.7.A. Summarize the social, political, cultural, and economic contributions of individuals and groups in world history. 8.4.7.B. Explain the importance of historical documents, artifacts, and sites which are critical to world history. 8.4.7.C. Differentiate how continuity and change have impacted world history. Belief systems and religions Commerce and industry Technology Politics and government Physical and human geography Social organizations 8.4.7.D. Explain how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the history of the world. NCSS STANDARDS: Culture Time, Continuity and Change People, Places and Environments Individual Development and Identity Individuals, Groups and Institutions Power, Authority and Governance Production, Distribution and Consumption 12/2010-BL 2
Science, Technology and Society Global Connections Civics Ideals and Practices UNIT OBJECTIVES: South America/Caribbean The wide range of landforms, waterways, and resources in Caribbean South America. Ways in which European colonization changed human and physical geography. Types of political conflicts that have long troubled Caribbean South America. Characteristics of different ethnic groups. Causes of conflicts in the region. The diverse ecosystems, resources, and climates of the Andes and the Pampas. The influence of geography and history in regions ethnic makeup. Pre-Columbian societies that developed in the Andes and the Pampas. The effects of Spain on these regions and their struggle for independence. The cultural, economic, and political diversity of the Andes and the Pampas. The current issues affecting life in the region. Scale and importance of Brazil s resources. The distribution of population on the coast and the growth of some inland cities. The effects of Portuguese colonization on human and physical geography. The how boom and bust cycles have characterized Brazil s economy. The extent of cultural, economic, and political diversity of Brazil. The ways in which current issues affect life in Brazil. Middle America Mexico s seven landform regions. The effects of climate on agriculture in various regions. The characteristics and accomplishments of Mexico s indigenous people. The factors that led to political independence. The structure of Mexico s government. The effects of recent changes in the government, as well as current trends in education and the economy. Regional biodiversity and natural disasters. Economic importance and environmental hazards of tourism and agriculture. Canada The characteristics of Canada s six major landform regions. The types of Canadian industries that are based on natural resources. The ways in which Canada was tied to Britain for much of its early history. The roles that France and Britain have played in defining Canada s culture. The structure of the Canadian government. The different ethnic groups that make up Canada s diverse culture. United States Characteristics of early civilizations in the region. Colonizers relied on slavery and the export of the region s natural resources. The cultural influences of African, European and indigenous groups. The political and economic challenges to the region. The major continental regions of the United States. The importance of natural resources to United States economic growth. The diversity in Native American cultures and the impact of European settlement. The importance of immigration to the establishment of the United States. The extent of United States inflation. The effect of immigration on the United States. 12/2010-BL 3
ACTIVITIES: Teacher directed differentiated instructional projects and activities are ongoing and based on student need. Textbook readings Textbook generated activities Textbook section questions Suggested Activities o Physical model of the U.S. o State posters o Cultural collage o Make a model of the Mayan and Aztec pyramids o Children s books o Diversity of the Rainforest project o Population density project o Natural hazards map of the Caribbean o Make a model of Angel Falls o Write a children s book o Model of the Amazon o Write an ad for a Latin American product o Create an invitation to a Latin American event/holiday o Compare and contrast o Poster highlighting the differences between governments ASSESSMENTS: Teacher book generated projects, quizzes, and tests DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION: Teacher directed differentiated instructional projects and activities are ongoing and based on student need. Remediation o Chapter Summaries o Graphic Organizers o Additional time for tests and assignments o Extra Support resources provided by textbook Extension o Challenge resources provided by the textbook o Journal writing 12/2010-BL 4
Textbook Textbook Resource Kit Department video United Streaming Brain Pop Promethean Resources Web Quests Rand McNally online atlas Google Earth Classroom Atlases Internet based research RESOURCES: 12/2010-BL 5
COURSE: World Geography GRADE(S): 7th UNIT: Europe & Russia (Chapters 8 12) TIMEFRAME: 9 Weeks Marking Period 2 PA ACADEMIC STANDARDS: Civics and Government: 5.1 PRINCIPLES AND DOCUMENTS OF GOVERNMENT 5.1.7.B. Identify the different types of government and the processes they use in making laws. 5.1.7.C. Explain how the principles and ideals shape local, state, and national government. Liberty / Freedom Democracy Justice Equality 5.2 RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF CITIZENSHIP 5.2.7.B. Compare the methods citizens use to resolve conflicts in society and government. 5.3 HOW GOVERNMENT WORKS 5.3.7.C. Describe how local, state, and national governments provide services. 5.3.7.J. Identify various types of governments. 5.4 HOW INTERNATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS FUNCTION 5.4.7.A. Identify how countries have varying interests. 5.4.7.B. Describe how countries coexist in the world community. Economics: 6.1 SAFETY AND CHOICE 6.1.7.A. Explain how limited resources and unlimited wants cause scarcity. 6.1.7.B. Compare decisions made because of limited resources and unlimited wants. Describe how resources are combined to produce different goods and services. 6.2 MARKETS AND ECONOMIC SYSTEMS 6.2.7.A. Describe the interaction of consumers and producers of goods and services in the state and national economy. 6.2.7.B. Explain why and how market competition takes place. 6.2.7.D. Explain the effects that changes in price have on buyers and sellers. 6.2.7.E. Explain the causes and effects of expansion and contraction of businesses. 6.2.7.G. Examine how various economic systems address the three basic questions. What to produce? How? For whom? 6.3 FUNCTIONS OF GOVERNMENT 6.3.7.B. Describe the impact of government involvement in state and national economic activities. 6.3.7.C. Explain the cost and benefits of taxation. 6.3.7.D. Identify how governments limit or promote international trade. 6.4 ECONOMIC INTERDEPENDENCE 6.4.7.A. Explain why people specialize in the production of goods and services and divide labor. 6.4.7.B. Analyze how changes in trade affect standards of living. 6.4.7.C. Explain how multinational corporations and other non-government organizations contribute to economic interdependence. 6.4.7.D. Explain how transportation, communication networks, and technology contribute to economic interdependence. Geography: 7.1 BASIC GEOGRAPHIC LITERACY 7.1.7.A. Explain how common geographic tools are used to organize and interpret information about people, places, and environment. 7.1.7.B. Explain and locate places and regions as defined by physical and human features. 7.2 PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF PLACES AND REGIONS 7.2.7.A. Explain the characteristics of places and regions. 7.2.7.B. Describe the physical processes that shape patterns on Earth s surface. 7.3 HUMAN CHARACTERISTICS OF PLACES AND REGIONS 7.3.7.A. Describe the human characteristics of places and regions using the following criteria: Population Culture Settlement Economic activities Political activities 12/2010-BL 1
7.4 INTERACTIONS BETWEEN PEOPLE AND THE ENVIRONMENT 7.4.7.A. Describe and explain the effects of the physical systems on people within regions. 7.4.7.B. Describe and explain the effects of people on the physical systems within regions. History: 8.3 UNITED STATES HISTORY 8.3.7.D. Examine conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations in United States history. Ethnicity and race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic stability 8.4 WORLD HISTORY 8.4.7.A. Summarize the social, political, cultural, and economic contributions of individuals and groups in world history. 8.4.7.B. Explain the importance of historical documents, artifacts, and sites which are critical to world history. 8.4.7.C. Differentiate how continuity and change have impacted world history. Belief systems and religions Commerce and industry Technology Politics and government Physical and human geography Social organizations 8.4.7.D. Explain how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the history of the world. NCSS STANDARDS: Culture Time, Continuity and Change People, Places and Environments Individual Development and Identity Individuals, Groups and Institutions Power, Authority and Governance Production, Distribution and Consumption Science, Technology and Society Global Connections Civics Ideals and Practices 12/2010-BL 2
UNIT OBJECTIVES: Europe How the Renaissance changed European art and learning. The causes and effects of the Reformation. The technological, political, and economic causes of the Age of Exploration. Why European countries wanted colonies in Africa, Asia, and the Americas. How the Scientific Revolution advanced technology and knowledge. How the Enlightenment led to revolutions. The effects of the Industrial Revolution. The causes and effects of World War I and World War II. How the Great Depression brought about hardship and unrest in Europe. How the Cold War divided Europe. Why the European Union was formed. How democracy spread through Eastern Europe. Climate patterns found in Europe. Population patterns found in Europe, including the percentage of urban dwellers. The types of government and government benefits found in Northwestern Europe. Whether the countries of Northwestern Europe joined the European Union and why. Characteristics of West Central Europe s rich cultural heritage. West Central Europe s ties to international partnership such as the European Union. The traditional heritage of the countries of Southern Europe. Economic changes in Southern Europe brought about by European Union membership and globalization. Physical geography and environmental challenges in Eastern Europe. Major religious groups in Eastern Europe. Understand the influence of Christianity, Islam, and Judaism on the cultures of Eastern Europe. Ways regional countries are improving governments and economies. Political problems and ethnic conflicts that have led some countries to fail. Russia: The landforms, climates, and natural resources of Russia. The patterns of Russian population distribution. Important events and people from the history of tsarist Russia. Reasons for the rise and fall of the Soviet Union. The reasons the Russian economy improved after 1991. How increased government controls have set back democratic reform in Russia. ACTIVITIES: Teacher directed differentiated instructional projects and activities are ongoing and based on student need. Textbook readings Book generated activities Book section questions Suggested Activities: o Create a flow chart showing the causes of WWI and WWII. o Create a skit or a poster comparing and contrasting Ancient Rome/Greece. o World Map of European colonies and territorial expansion. o Create a graffiti wall to list the causes of the Berlin Wall. o Create a map of Russia s growing seasons. o Timeline of the changes in government in Russia over time. 12/2010-BL 3
ASSESSMENTS: Teacher generated projects, quizzes, and tests. DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION: Teacher directed differentiated instructional projects and activities are ongoing and based on student need. Remediation Chapter Summaries Graphic Organizers Additional time for tests and assignments Extra Support resources provided by textbook Extension: Challenge resources provided by the textbook Journal writing Textbook Textbook Resource Kit Department videos United Streaming Brain Pop Promethean Resources Web Quests Rand McNally online atlas Google Earth Classroom Atlases Internet based research RESOURCES: 12/2010-BL 4
COURSE: World Geography UNIT: South, Central, East & Southeast Asia, Australia & The Pacific (Chapters 19 24) GRADE(S): 7th TIMEFRAME: 9 Weeks Marking Period 3 PA ACADEMIC STANDARDS: Civics and Government: 5.1 PRINCIPLES AND DOCUMENTS OF GOVERNMENT 5.1.7.B. Identify the different types of government and the processes they use in making laws. 5.1.7.C. Explain how the principles and ideals shape local, state, and national government. Liberty / Freedom Democracy Justice Equality 5.2 RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF CITIZENSHIP 5.2.7.B. Compare the methods citizens use to resolve conflicts in society and government. 5.3 HOW GOVERNMENT WORKS 5.3.7.C. Describe how local, state, and national governments provide services. 5.3.7.J. Identify various types of governments. 5.4 HOW INTERNATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS FUNCTION 5.4.7.A. Identify how countries have varying interests. 5.4.7.B. Describe how countries coexist in the world community Economics: 6.1 SCARCITY AND CHOICE 6.1.7.A. 6.1.7.B. Explain how limited resources and unlimited wants cause scarcity. Compare decisions made because of limited resources and unlimited wants. Describe how resources are combined to produce different goods and services. 6.2 MARKETS AND ECONOMIC SYSTEMS 6.2.7.A. Describe the interaction of consumers and producers of goods and services in the state and national economy. 6.2.7.B. Explain why and how market competition takes place. 6.2.7.D. Explain the effects that changes in price have on buyers and sellers. 6.2.7.E. Explain the causes and effects of expansion and contraction of businesses. 6.2.7.G. Examine how various economic systems address the three basic questions. What to produce? How? For whom? 6.3 FUNCTIONS OF GOVERNMENT 6.3.7.B. Describe the impact of government involvement in state and national economic activities. 6.3.7.C. Explain the cost and benefits of taxation. 6.3.7.D. Identify how governments limit or promote international trade. 6.4 ECONOMIC INTERDEPENDENCE 6.4.7.A. Explain why people specialize in the production of goods and services and divide labor. 6.4.7.B. Analyze how changes in trade affect standards of living. 6.4.7.C. Explain how multinational corporations and other non-government organizations contribute to economic interdependence. 6.4.7.D. Explain how transportation, communication networks, and technology contribute to economic interdependence. Geography: 7.1 BASIC GEOGRAPHIC LITERACY 7.1.7.A. Explain how common geographic tools are used to organize and interpret information about people, places, and environment. 7.1.7.B. Explain and locate places and regions as defined by physical and human features. 7.2 PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF PLACES AND DREGIONS 7.2.7.A. Explain the characteristics of places and regions. 7.2.7.B. Describe the physical processes that shape patterns on Earth s surface. 12/2010-BL 1
7.3 HUMAN CHARACTERISTICS OF PLACES AND REGIONS 7.3.7.A. Describe the human characteristics of places and regions using the following criteria: Population Culture Settlement Economic activities Political activities 7.4 INTERACTIONS BETWEEN PEOPLE AND THE ENVIRONMENT 7.4.7.A. Describe and explain the effects of the physical systems on people within regions. 7.4.7.B. Describe and explain the effects of people on the physical systems within regions. History: 8.3 UNITED STATES HISTORY 8.3.7.D. Examine conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations in U.S. history. Ethnicity and race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic stability 8.4.7.A. Summarize the social, political, cultural, and economic contributions of individuals and groups in world history. 8.4.7.B. Explain the importance of historical documents, artifacts, and sites which are critical to world history. 8.4.7.C. Differentiate how continuity and change have impacted world history. Belief systems and religions Commerce and industry Technology Politics and government Physical and human geography Social organizations 8.4.7.D. Explain how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the history of the world. NCSS STANDARDS: Culture Time, Continuity and Change People, Places and Environments Individual Development and Identity Individuals, Groups and Institutions Power, Authority and Governance Production, Distribution and Consumption Science, Technology and Society Global Connections Civics Ideals and Practices 12/2010-BL 2
UNIT OBJECTIVES South and Central Asia: How terrain shapes farming and trade in Central Asia and the Caucasus. The importance of natural resources in the region. How traders and invaders have influenced Central Asia and the Caucasus. How the Soviet Union ruled the region. How this region bacema independent when the Soviet Union collapsed. That local cultures are reviving the former Soviet republics. About ethnic conflicts in the Caucasus. The landforms and resources that influenced South Asian settlement. The variety of climate zones and the ways the people have adapted to them. The ways in which invasion and trade led to cultural and religous diveristy in South Asia. How the struggle for independence resulted in new nations and new conflicts. Cultural, economic, and political diversity of South Asia. Environmental and human challenges confronting South Asia today. Australia and the Pacific: The diveristy of physical features, climates, and natural resources in the Pacific region. How and why people have chosen to settle in different areas of the region. How early people migrated to different parts of the Pacific. Characteristics of different cultures and environments within the Pacific region. Similarities and differences between regionsl governments and economies. Important dates and events in the history of exploration in Antarctica. The geographic characteristics that make Antartica. Southwest Asia: Changes to the governments and economies of China and its neighbors. Characteristics of Chinese society. Changes to China s environment. The physical features, climate resources and land use of Japan and the Koreas. How the people of Japan and the Koreas have adapted to their environment. The history of Korea s dynasties and Japan s shogun system. Foreign impact on Japan and the Korea s. The rise of Japan s economy after 1945. The cultures of Japan and the Koreas The economies of Japan and South Korea. The politics and economies of North Korea. The diversity of Southeast Asian landforms, vegetation and resources. Geographic influences on Southeast Asian settlement, culture and history. Merchants and invaders influence on Southeast Asian culture. Effects of nationalism and ideological conflict. Cultures and religions of Southeast Asia. Issues of environment and economies. ACTIVITIES: Teacher directed differentiated instructional projects and activities are ongoing and based on student need. Text readings Generated activities Section questions Suggested Activities Current Issue Analysis Population Cartogram of Asia 12/2010-BL 3
History of a Chinese Invention Physical geography map Model of Himalayan Mountains Create a timeline of conflicts in Asia Population patterns of Australia poster Three Gorges Dam Project Create a disasters in Asia project Graphing of sea ice in Antarctica in relation to global warming. Model of an atoll Migration and important pieces of culture projects. Political Protest poster Examine temples through current events or poster. ASSESSMENTS: Teacher generated projects, quizzes, and tests DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION: Teacher directed differentiated instructional projects and activities are ongoing and based on student need. Remediation o Chapter Summaries o Graphic Organizers o Additional time for tests and assignments. o Extra Support resources provided by textbook. Extension: o Challenge resources provided by the textbook. o Journal writing Textbook Textbook Resource Kit Department videos United Streaming Brain Pop Promethean Resources Web Quests Rand McNally online atlas Google Earth Classroom Atlases Internet based research RESOURCES: 12/2010-BL 4
COURSE: World Geography GRADE (S): 7th UNIT: Core Concepts Parts 1-8 TIMEFRAME: 9 weeks Marking Period 1 PA ACADEMIC STANDARDS: Civics and Government: 5.1 PRINCIPLES AND DOCUMENTS OF GOVERNMENT 5.1.7.C. Explain how the principles and ideals shape local, state, and national government. Liberty / Freedom Democracy Justice Equality 5.2 RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF CITIZENSHIP 5.2.7.A. Compare and contrast rights and responsibilities of citizenship in the community, state, and nation. 5.2.7.B. Compare the methods citizens use to resolve conflicts in society and government. 5.2.7.C. Describe the role of political leadership and public service. 5.2.7.D. Describe the citizen s role in the political process. 5.3 HOW GOVERNMENT WORKS 5.3.7.A. Compare and contrast the responsibilities and powers of the three branches of government. 5.3.7.B. Define and compare the role and structure of local, state, and national governments. 5.3.7.J Identify various types of governments. 5.4 HOW INTERNATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS FUNCTION 5.4.7.A Identify how countries have varying interests. Economics: 6.1 SCARCITY AND CHOICE 6.1.7.A. Explain how limited resources and unlimited wants cause scarcity. 6.1.7.B. Compare decisions made because of limited resources and unlimited wants. Describe how resources are combined to produce different goods and services. 6.2 MARKETS AND ECONOMIC SYSTEMS 6.2.7.A. Describe the interaction of consumers and producers of goods and services in the state and national economy. 6.2.7.G. Examine how various economic systems address the three basic questions. What to produce? How? For whom? 6.3 FUNCTIONS OF GOVERNMENT 6.3.7.D. Identify how governments limit or promote international trade. Geography: 7.1 BASIC GEOGRAPHIC LITERACY 7.1.7.A. Explain how common geographic tools are used to organize and interpret information about people, places, and environment. 7.1.7.B. Explain and locate places and regions as defined by physical and human features. 7.2 PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF PLACES AND REGIONS 7.2.7.A. Explain the characteristics of places and regions. 7.2.7.B. Describe the physical processes that shape patterns on Earth s surface. 7.3 HUMAN CHARACTERISTICS OF PLACES AND REGIONS 7.3.7.A. Describe the human characteristics of places and regions using the following criteria: Population Culture Settlement Economic activities Political activities 7.4 INTERACTIONS BETWEEN PEOPLE AND THE ENVIRONMENT 7.4.7.A. Describe and explain the effects of the physical systems on people within regions. 7.4.7.B. Describe and explain the effects of people on the physical systems within regions. 12/2010-BL 1
History: 8.4 WORLD HISTORY 8.4.7.A. Summarize the social, political, cultural, and economic contributions of individuals and groups in world history. 8.4.7.C. Differentiate how continuity and change have impacted world history. Belief systems and religions Commerce and industry Technology Politics and government Physical and human geography Social organizations 8.4.7.D. Explain how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the history of the world. NCSS: STANDARDS: Culture Time, Continuity and Change People, Places and Environments Individual Development and Identity Individuals, Groups and Institutions Power, Authority and Governance Production, Distribution and Consumption Science, Technology and Society Global Connections Civics Ideals and Practices UNIT OBJECTIVES: Tools of Geography: Describe ways geographers use latitude and longitude to study earth. Identify the basic questions geographers seek to answer in their study of Earth. Identify the five themes of geography. Describe ways that geographers us location, place, region, movement, and human-environment interaction to study and understand Earth. Identify ways that geographers show and view Earth s surface. Compare and contrast strengths and weaknesses of different map projections. Identify different parts of a map. Explain how to use standard map features to read maps. Identify different kinds of maps. Explain the kind of information that each type of map shows. Describe the Earths movement relative to the sun. Forces of Earth: Describe how Earth s movement around the sun causes changes in daylight and in the seasons. Explain Earth s rotation and how it creates day and night. Describe the function and role of time zones in organizing time globally. Identify the main parts of Earth s structure. Describe how each part of Earth s structure contributes to Earth s shape. Identify major landforms on Earth. Explain how forces such as wind, water, and ice shape Earth s landforms. Describe the process of plate tectonics. Explain how plate movement creates mountains, earthquakes and volcanoes. Differentiate between weather and climate. 12/2010-BL 2
Climates and Ecosystems: Analyze climate graphs to identify average temperature and precipitation. Identify Earth s zones of latitude and their temperature characteristics. Describe how Earth s tilt affects temperature in each hemisphere and latitude. Identify major ocean currents and their effects on water and air temperature. Understand the stages of the water cycle. Discover how and where winds are produced. Evaluate the connection between wind and precipitation and how this can produce extreme weather. Review the importance of temperature, precipitation, and wind in shaping climate regions. Compare and contrast several different climate regions. Examine the interdependent relationships of plants and animals within an ecosystem. Environment Interactions: Recognize the difference between renewable and nonrenewable natural resources. Explain the importance and future scarcity of energy sources. Examine the ways in which environment and culture affect land use. Investigate how colonization and modern technology have changed the way people use land. Analyze the link between human activity and environmental problems. Identify ways to reduce people s harmful impact on the environment. Economic: Evaluate the three economic questions people must answer. Understand supply, demand, and the actions consumers and producers take to meet them. Examine the exchange of goods and services and the various issues affecting profit. Determine how to track the growth and decline of the economy. Examine the four types of economies. Visualize the circular flow of the U.S. mixed economy. Understand how economic development is measured and labeled. Identify ways a country can increase its economic development. Examine the reasons why individuals and countries trade. Investigate the workings of domestic, international and free trade. Determine how to budget and save money. Compare and contrast investment options. Population: Recognize ways to measure population, including birth rate and death rate. Identify the causes and effects of rapid population growth. Identify patterns of population distribution. Define population density. Investigate the reasons why people leave one place and settle in another. Describe historic voluntary and involuntary migrations. Explain how urbanization occurs and why. Examine the various issues that result from urbanization. Culture: Identify the elements that make up culture. Examine the relationship between culture and geography. Identify the relationships that form families. Compare the networks that create social structure and social classes. Describe the role of language in culture. Identify major world languages and where they are spoken. Draw conclusions about connections among religion, ethics, and culture. Identify locations where major religions are practiced. Value the arts and the themes they express within a culture. Identify different genres of art and the messages they can convey. Determine how and why cultures influence other cultures. Examine the effects of modern technology on cultural awareness. 12/2010-BL 3
Analyze the effects of advances in technology on culture. Describe technological advances that improve the standard of living. Government: Identify the origin and purposes of government. Examine the powers and limits of governments. Identify the differences between states and nation-states. Describe the characteristics of various forms of government. Compare unitary and federal systems of government. Identify the principles of the U.S. government and the powers of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. Analyze the causes and effects of international conflict and cooperation, including foreign policy and diplomacy. Identify organizations established to promote international peace, aid, and prosperity. Identify the sources of citizens rights and the responsibilities that accompany these rights. Examine how and why citizens rights may change over time. ACTIVITIES: Teacher directed differentiated instructional projects and activities are ongoing and based on student need. Textbook readings Map/Atlas Activities Timelines Suggested Activities: o Students will create a map using the essential elements of a map. o Create a model of forces acting upon the earth. o Create a climate and ecosystem map. o Poster of interdependent economies. o Evaluate how population affects different countries through analyzing current events articles. o Create a human-environment interaction poster demonstrating your interactions. o Demonstrate the difference between governments and economics through an interdependence chart. o 5 Themes project o 3 D globe o Cultural skits ASSESSMENTS: Teacher book generated projects, quizzes, and tests DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION: Teacher directed differentiated instructional projects and activities are ongoing and based on student need. Remediation Chapter Summaries Graphic Organizers Additional time for tests and assignments Extra Support resources provided by textbook Extension: Challenge resources provided by the textbook Journal writing 12/2010-BL 4
Textbook Textbook Resource Kit Department videos United Streaming Brain Pop Promethean Resources Web Quests Rand McNally online atlas Google Earth Classroom Atlases Internet based research RESOURCES: 12/2010-BL 5