Mr. Duncan's 6th Grade Social Studies - Quarter 3
Eastern Hemisphere Lessons
These are the basic details regarding activities that we will complete in class. Students who are absent are encouraged to read the information and complete the activities that they missed. Be sure to also check the class page and homework page daily.
Keep in mind these basic rules regarding cooperative learning groups:
- Person #2 Text and Other Books
- Person #3 Supplies / Runner
- Person #4 Return Text and Other Books
Keep in mind these basic rules regarding cooperative learning groups:
- Communicate only with your group ( do not talk to people in other groups)
- Actively participate in all activities to complete the learning tasks
- Ask all questions to your group members first prior to asking the teacher (they usually know the answer)
- Perform all tasks associated with your seat position
- Actively participate in all activities to complete the learning tasks
- Person #2 Text and Other Books
- Person #3 Supplies / Runner
- Person #4 Return Text and Other Books
China Unit
DoDEA Standard
6.3 EARLY RIVER VALLEY CIVILIZATIONS IN THE EASTERN HEMISPHERE (ca. 3500 B.C.E. – ca. 500 B.C.E.)
Complex societies and civilizations developed in the Eastern Hemisphere. Although these complex societies and
civilizations have certain defining characteristics in common, each is also known for unique cultural
achievements and contributions. Early human communities in the Eastern Hemisphere adapted to and modified
the physical environment.
6.3b Complex societies and civilizations share the common characteristics of religion, job specialization, cities,
government, language/record keeping system, technology, and social hierarchy.
6.3 EARLY RIVER VALLEY CIVILIZATIONS IN THE EASTERN HEMISPHERE (ca. 3500 B.C.E. – ca. 500 B.C.E.)
Complex societies and civilizations developed in the Eastern Hemisphere. Although these complex societies and
civilizations have certain defining characteristics in common, each is also known for unique cultural
achievements and contributions. Early human communities in the Eastern Hemisphere adapted to and modified
the physical environment.
6.3b Complex societies and civilizations share the common characteristics of religion, job specialization, cities,
government, language/record keeping system, technology, and social hierarchy.
China Lesson 1 - Introduction and Map of China
China Lesson 1 Part 1 - Physical Geography of China and the Surrounding Region
China Lesson 1 Part 2 - China Practice Map Assigned
Complete the practice map and remember to answer the questions on the back of the page. The extra credit questions are part of the assignment. The following are four requirements that you need to keep in mind when completing the practice quiz.
• Draw and label all locations prior to shading the map.
• Denote the capital with a star that has a circle around it.
• Draw mountains as upside-down V shapes.
• Shade all rivers and bodies of water blue.
Homework- Complete and study your practice quiz to prepare for the quiz.
- Yellow Sea
- East China Sea
- South China Sea
- Yangtze River
- Mekong River
- Huang River
- Gobi Desert
- K2
- Mt. Everest
- Taklimakan Desert
- Tibet Plateau
- Himalaya Mountains
- Hainan Island
China Lesson 1 Part 2 - China Practice Map Assigned
Complete the practice map and remember to answer the questions on the back of the page. The extra credit questions are part of the assignment. The following are four requirements that you need to keep in mind when completing the practice quiz.
• Draw and label all locations prior to shading the map.
• Denote the capital with a star that has a circle around it.
• Draw mountains as upside-down V shapes.
• Shade all rivers and bodies of water blue.
Homework- Complete and study your practice quiz to prepare for the quiz.
China Lesson 2 - Early China
Lesson 2 Part 0 - Brief Map Review Activity Before the Quiz
Pay close attention to this brief lesson that will help you to review key locations in China.
Lesson 2 Part 1 Text Assignment - Pages 512-520
Today you will read about the earliest dynasties in Chinese history.
Lesson 2 Part 2 Text Writing Assignment Page 520
You will work with your table partner today while completing your own written assignment.
Step 1 - Open a new document and type the heading in the upper-left-hand corner of the page.
Step 2 - Save the document using the assignment title as the name.
Step 3 - Copy and paste the title, instructions, and questions.
Step 4 - Answer all of the questions (1-5) using complete sentences; echo all questions when answering them. Print and then hand draw and write your answer to question six.
Print your completed assignment and turn it in prior to the end of class. If you do not finish this assignment in class, or are absent, you will need to complete it as homework. Study your note cards quietly until the end of class.
China Lesson 2 Part 3 - Early China Homework Assignment
China Lesson 2 Post-lesson Assignment Feedback
Pay close attention to this brief lesson that will help you to review key locations in China.
Lesson 2 Part 1 Text Assignment - Pages 512-520
Today you will read about the earliest dynasties in Chinese history.
- Keep in mind that the map of China looked very different three thousand years ago. Some of the dynasties occupied relatively small areas, while later dynasties were larger.
- As with the other civilizations that we have studied, try to identify the achievements, advancements, and inventions that were associated with each of the dynasties.
Lesson 2 Part 2 Text Writing Assignment Page 520
You will work with your table partner today while completing your own written assignment.
Step 1 - Open a new document and type the heading in the upper-left-hand corner of the page.
Step 2 - Save the document using the assignment title as the name.
Step 3 - Copy and paste the title, instructions, and questions.
Step 4 - Answer all of the questions (1-5) using complete sentences; echo all questions when answering them. Print and then hand draw and write your answer to question six.
Print your completed assignment and turn it in prior to the end of class. If you do not finish this assignment in class, or are absent, you will need to complete it as homework. Study your note cards quietly until the end of class.
China Lesson 2 Part 3 - Early China Homework Assignment
China Lesson 2 Post-lesson Assignment Feedback
- administrative related innovation
- natural resources
- major contributions of the Shang Dynasty
- major contributions of the Zhou Dynasty
China Lesson 3 - Qin and Han Dynasties
Due- China Lesson 2 Homework Assignment
China Unit Lesson 3 Part 1 - Overview of the Qin (Ch'in) Dynasty
China Unit Lesson 3 Part 1 - Overview of the Qin (Ch'in) Dynasty
China Unit Lesson 3 Part 2 - Qin (Ch'in) Dynasty Poster
Work with your cooperative learning group to create a colorful and informative poster about the Qin Dynasty.
The basic requirements are listed below.
- Use the sticky paper provided in class.
- Write all group member names in the upper-left-hand corner of the poster.
- Include ten significant facts about the Qin including significant people, architectural, and cultural achievements.
- Include at least four large drawings or maps on your poster.
- Make it neat, colorful, and easy to read.
- Use only the class "China" page and your text as your information sources.
- Discuss and then write your group's grade on the back of the poster (out of 8 points).
- Turn it in by attaching it to one of the white boards.
Work with your cooperative learning group to create a colorful and informative poster about the Qin Dynasty.
The basic requirements are listed below.
- Use the sticky paper provided in class.
- Write all group member names in the upper-left-hand corner of the poster.
- Include ten significant facts about the Qin including significant people, architectural, and cultural achievements.
- Include at least four large drawings or maps on your poster.
- Make it neat, colorful, and easy to read.
- Use only the class "China" page and your text as your information sources.
- Discuss and then write your group's grade on the back of the poster (out of 8 points).
- Turn it in by attaching it to one of the white boards.
China Unit Lesson 3 Part 3 The Han Dynasty and the Development of the Silk Road
China Lesson 4 - The Sui, Tang, and Song Dynasties
Lesson 4 Part 1 - Vocabulary Overview
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Lesson 4 Part 2 Text Assignment - Pages 521-527
Work with your group and read the text assignment aloud. Pay Particular attention to the text features!
When you begin reading, first focus on "Main Ideas." Report out after your group has finished reading and discussing the questions.
Lesson 4 Part 3 Text Writing Assignment Page 527
You will work with your table group today while completing your own written assignment.
Step 1 - Open a new document and type the heading in the upper-left-hand corner of the page.
Step 2 - Save the document using the assignment title as the name.
Step 3 - Copy and paste the title, instructions, and questions.
Step 4 - Answer all of the questions (1-5) using complete sentences; echo all questions when answering them. Answer question six by creating a table and filling in the appropriate words.
Step 5 - Print and then hand-in your printed paper. If you do not finish this assignment in class, or are absent, you will need to complete it as homework.
Study your note cards quietly until the end of class.
Work with your group and read the text assignment aloud. Pay Particular attention to the text features!
When you begin reading, first focus on "Main Ideas." Report out after your group has finished reading and discussing the questions.
- How do the dynasties discussed in this chapter differ from the characteristics of the dynasties in the last chapter?
- How are the dynasties similar?
- What was the focus of Confucianism?
- What was the focus of Buddhism?
- What are four significant facts related to the "Scholar-Officials" described on pages 526 and 527.
Lesson 4 Part 3 Text Writing Assignment Page 527
You will work with your table group today while completing your own written assignment.
Step 1 - Open a new document and type the heading in the upper-left-hand corner of the page.
Step 2 - Save the document using the assignment title as the name.
Step 3 - Copy and paste the title, instructions, and questions.
Step 4 - Answer all of the questions (1-5) using complete sentences; echo all questions when answering them. Answer question six by creating a table and filling in the appropriate words.
Step 5 - Print and then hand-in your printed paper. If you do not finish this assignment in class, or are absent, you will need to complete it as homework.
Study your note cards quietly until the end of class.
China Lesson 5 - The Yuan and Ming Dynasties
Lesson 5 Part 1 - Vocabulary Overview
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Lesson 5 Part 2 Text Assignment - Pages 528-534
Work with your group and read the text assignment aloud. Pay Particular attention to the text features!
When you begin reading, first focus on "Main Ideas." Report out after your group has finished reading and discussing the questions.
Lesson 5 Part 3 - The Forbidden City
Lesson 4 Part 4 Homework - Text Writing Assignment Page 534
You will work with your table group today while completing your own written assignment.
Step 1 - Open a new document and type the heading in the upper-left-hand corner of the page.
Step 2 - Save the document using the assignment title as the name.
Step 3 - Copy and paste the title, instructions, and questions.
Step 4 - Answer all of the questions (1-3) using complete sentences; echo all questions when answering them. Answer question four by creating a Venn diagram and filling in the appropriate words (three answers for each).
Step 5 - Print and then hand-in your printed paper by Friday at the end of lunch.
Work with your group and read the text assignment aloud. Pay Particular attention to the text features!
When you begin reading, first focus on "Main Ideas." Report out after your group has finished reading and discussing the questions.
Lesson 5 Part 3 - The Forbidden City
Lesson 4 Part 4 Homework - Text Writing Assignment Page 534
You will work with your table group today while completing your own written assignment.
Step 1 - Open a new document and type the heading in the upper-left-hand corner of the page.
Step 2 - Save the document using the assignment title as the name.
Step 3 - Copy and paste the title, instructions, and questions.
Step 4 - Answer all of the questions (1-3) using complete sentences; echo all questions when answering them. Answer question four by creating a Venn diagram and filling in the appropriate words (three answers for each).
Step 5 - Print and then hand-in your printed paper by Friday at the end of lunch.
China Lesson Six - End of Unit Assessment
China Lesson 6 Part 1 - Test Study Guide
China Lesson 6 Part 2 - China Test
China Lesson 6 Part 2 - China Test