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GRADE 6Contemporary World Societies

Curriculum Framework2015-2016

Aligned to English Language Proficiency Standards and College and Career Readiness Standards

Grade 6 Contemporary World Societies 2015-2016

WEEK 1- 1st Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES

MONDAYAugust 24

3B, 21B, 21C,22A, 22D

Social Studies Strands: Introduction to Geography A Geographer’s World

Ch. 1, Sec. 1

TUESDAYAugust 25

3A,3B,6C21B,1C, 22A,2D

Five Themes of Geography Place, Location; absolute / relative Region, Movement Human-Environment Interaction

Ch.1, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYAugust 26

2A,3A,1B, 21C,22A, 22D

Branches of Geography Physical Geography; features and forces Human Geography; population distribution Cartography, Hydrology, Meteorology

Ch. 1, Sec. 3

THURSDAYAugust 27

2A,3A,1B, 21C,22A, 22D

Physical vs. Human Geography Cartography Hydrology Meteorology

Ch. 1, Sec. 3

FRIDAYAugust 28

World Atlas: North and South PoleTeacher Created Assessment

TEKS Descriptor2A identify and describe the influence of individual or group achievements on various historical or contemporary societies such as the classical Greeks on government and the American Revolution on the French Revolution; 3B pose and answer questions about geographic distributions and patterns for various world regions and countries shown on maps, graphs, charts, models, and databases; ; 6C analyze the effects of the interaction of physical processes and the environment on humans; 21B analyze information by sequencing, categorizing, identifying cause-and-effect relationships, comparing, contrasting, finding the main idea, summarizing, making generalizations and predictions, and drawing inferences and conclusions; 21C organize and interpret information from outlines, reports, databases, and visuals, including graphs, charts, timelines, and maps; 22A use social studies terminology correctly; 22D create written and visual material such as journal entries, reports, graphic organizers, outlines, and bibliographies based on research

COMMENTS

ELPS 1A,1C,1D,1F,2E,3B,4F,4G CCRS IA

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MONDAYAugust 31

3B, 3C, 6A, 6C, 21B

Earth and the Sun’s Energy Solar Energy / Rotation Revolution / Tilt Seasons; rainfall

Ch. 2, Sec. 1

TUESDAYSeptember 1

6B,7B, 7C

Latitude and Longitude Parallels; equator Meridians; prime meridian

Ch. 2, Sec. 1

WEDNESDAYSeptember 2

21C,22A Map Essentials: Parts of a Map Title, Compass Rose Scale. Legend, Locator Map

H6, H7

THURSDAYSeptember 3

21C,22A Types of Maps Political Maps Physical Maps Thematic Maps

H8, H9

FRIDAYSeptember 4

Teacher Created Assessment

TEKS Descriptor6A describe and explain the effects of physical environmental processes such as erosion, ocean currents, and earthquakes on Earth’s surface; 6B identify the location of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources such as fresh water, fossil fuels, fertile soils, and timber; 6C analyze the effects of the interaction of physical processes and the environment on humans; 7A identify and analyze ways people have adapted to the physical environment in various places and regions; 7B identify and analyze ways people have modified the physical environment such as mining, irrigation, and transportation infrastructure; 7C describe ways in which technology influences human interactions with the environment such as humans building dams for flood control; 21C organize and interpret information from outlines, reports, databases, and visuals, including graphs, charts, timelines, and maps; 22A use social studies terminology correctly;

COMMENTS


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MONDAYSeptember 7

6A, 21B, 21C, 22A, 22D

Weather and Climate Sun and Location Wind and Water Mountains

Ch. 3, Sec. 1

TUESDAYSeptember 8

6A, 21B, 21C, 22A, 22D

World Climate Tropical and Dry Climates Temperate Climates Polar and Highland Climates

Ch. 3, Sec. 2


6A,6B,21B,21C,22A,22D

Natural Environment The Environment and Life Connections in Nature Soil and the Environment

Ch. 3, Sec. 3

THURSDAYSeptember 10

3D,6B,6C,21B,21C,22A,22D

Natural Resources Energy Resources Mineral Resources Resources and People

Ch. 3, Sec. 4

FRIDAYSeptember 11


TEKS Descriptor

4B identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for patterns of population in places and regions; 15A define culture and the common traits that unify a culture region; 15B identify and describe common traits that define cultures; 15E analyze the similarities and differences among various world societies; 16A identify institutions basic to all societies, including government, economic, educational, and religious institutions; 16B compare characteristics of institutions in various contemporary societies; 16C analyze the efforts and activities institutions use to sustain themselves over time; 17A identify and describe how culture traits; 17D identify and define the impact of cultural diffusion on individuals and world societies; 17E identify examples of positive and negative effects of cultural diffusion; 18A explain the relationships that exist between societies and their architecture, art, music, and literature; 18B relate ways in which contemporary expressions of culture have been influenced by the past; 18C describe ways in which contemporary issues influence creative expressions; 18D identify examples of art, music, and literature that have transcended the boundaries of societies and convey universal themes 19A explain the relationship among religious ideas, philosophical ideas, and cultures; 20A 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; 20B explain how resources, belief systems, economic factors, and political decisions have affected the use of technology; 20C make predictions about future social, political, economic, cultural, and environmental impacts that may result from future scientific discoveries and technological innovations

COMMENTS


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MONDAYSeptember 14

15C19A30B

Declaration of Independence Unalienable rights Colonial grievances Declaration conclusion

TUESDAYSeptember 15

15C19A29A

U. S. Constitution: Structure Preamble Articles Colonial Grievances


15C19A29A

U. S. Constitution: Principles Popular Sovereignty, Republicanism Federalism, Separation of Powers Checks and Balances, Limited Government Individual Rights


15C19A 30D

Bill of Rights Individual Rights Legal Guarantees

FRIDAYSeptember 18

15C19A 30D

Bill of Rights Individual Rights Legal Guarantees

TEKS Descriptor

Celebrate Freedom Week

COMMENTS

ELPS 1A,1C,1D,1F,2E,3B,4F,4G CCRS IC

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MONDAYSeptember 21

15A,15B,17D,17E,22A,22D

Culture What is Culture? Culture Groups Changes in Culture

Ch. 4, Sec. 1

TUESDAYSeptember 22

4B,22A, 22D

Population Population Patterns Population Density Population Change

Ch. 4, Sec. 2


15E,16A,16B,16C,18A,18B,18C,18D, 19A,20A,20B,20C

Cultural Universals Basic Social Institutions Creative Expressions Science and Technology

Ch. 4, Sec. 3.


5A.17A,17C,22A,22D

Global Connections Globalization Interdependence A World Community

Ch. 4, Sec. 4

FRIDAYSeptember 25


TEKS Descriptor

4B identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for patterns of population in places and regions; 15A define culture and the common traits that unify a culture region; 15B identify and describe common traits that define cultures; 15E analyze the similarities and differences among various world societies; 16A identify institutions basic to all societies, including government, economic, educational, and religious institutions; 16B compare characteristics of institutions in various contemporary societies; 16C analyze the efforts and activities institutions use to sustain themselves over time; 17A identify and describe how culture traits; 17D identify and define the impact of cultural diffusion on individuals and world societies; 17E identify examples of positive and negative effects of cultural diffusion; 18A explain the relationships that exist between societies and their architecture, art, music, and literature; 18B relate ways in which contemporary expressions of culture have been influenced by the past; 18C describe ways in which contemporary issues influence creative expressions; 18D identify examples of art, music, and literature that have transcended the boundaries of societies and convey universal themes 19A explain the relationship among religious ideas, philosophical ideas, and cultures; 20A 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; 20B explain how resources, belief systems, economic factors, and political decisions have affected the use of technology; 20C make predictions about future social, political, economic, cultural, and environmental impacts that may result from future scientific discoveries and technological innovations

COMMENTS

ELPS 1A,1C,1D,1F,2E,3B,4F,4G CCRS IIA, IIB, IIIA

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WEEK 1- 2nd Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES

MONDAYSeptember 28

11A,11B,11C,11D,12A,12B, 12C, 6A,16B,21B

World Governments Governments of the World Unlimited Governments Human Rights Abuses

Ch. 5, Sec. 1

TUESDAYSeptember 29

13A13B,13C,14A,14B21B

Citizenship Duties and Roles of Citizenship Rights and Responsibilities Citizenship in other Societies

Ch. 5, Sec. 2


3C,8A,8B,8C,9A,9B,9C,9D,10A,10B10C,15E,21B

World Economies Scarcity and Resource Use Economic Systems Modern Economies

Ch. 5, Sec. 3

THURSDAYOctober 1

3C,8A,8B,8C,9A,9B,9C,9D,10A,10B15E,21B

Comparing Economic Systems Communism, Socialism, Free-Enterprise/Capitalist Economic Activities and Development Developed Countries and Developing Countries

Ch. 5, Sec. 3

FRIDAYOctober 2


TEKS Descriptor

11A identify and describe examples of limited and unlimited governments such as constitutional limited and totalitarian unlimited; 11B compare the characteristics of limited and unlimited governments; 11C identify reasons for limiting the power of government; 11D review the record of human rights abuses of limited or unlimited governments such as the oppression of Christians in Sudan; 12A identify and give examples of governments with rule by one, few, or many; 12B compare ways in which various societies such as China, Germany, India, and Russia organize government and how they function; 12C identify historical origins of democratic forms of government such as Ancient Greece; 16A identify institutions basic to all societies, including government, economic, educational, and religious institutions; 16B compare characteristics of institutions in various contemporary societies; 21B analyze information by sequencing, categorizing, identifying cause-and-effect relationships, comparing, contrasting, finding the main idea, summarizing, making generalizations and predictions, and drawing inferences and conclusions; 13A describe roles and responsibilities of citizens in various contemporary societies, including the United States; 13B explain how opportunities for citizens to participate in and influence the political process vary among various contemporary societies; 13C compare the role of citizens in the United States with the role of citizens from various contemporary societies with representative and non-representative governments; 14A identify and explain the duty of civic participation in societies with representative governments; and 14B explain relationships among rights, responsibilities, and duties in societies with representative government;

COMMENTS

ELPS 1A,1C,1D,1F,2E,3B,4F,4G CCRS IC,ID

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MONDAYOctober 5

3B,4D,6B,6C,21B,21C,22D

U. S. Physical Geography Physical Features Climate Natural Resources

Ch. 6, Sec. 1

TUESDAYOctober 6

1A,2B,4C,15D,18D,19B,21A, 21C

History and Culture First Modern Democracy Expansion and Industrial Growth People and Culture

Ch. 6, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYOctober 7

4B,5A,6B,7B,21C

Regions of the U. S. Regions and Major Cities Changes in the Nation Terrorism and the Government

Ch. 6, Sec. 3

THURSDAYOctober 8

4B,5A,6B,7B,21C

Changes in the Nation Regions and Major Cities Changes in the Nation Terrorism and the Government

Ch. 6, Sec. 3

FRIDAYOctober 9


TEKS Descriptor

3C compare various world regions and countries using data from geographic tools, including maps, graphs, charts, databases, and models; 4B identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for patterns of population in places and regions; 5A identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for the location of economic activities in places and regions; 6B identify the location of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources; 6C analyze the effects of the interaction of physical processes and the environment on humans; 7B identify and analyze ways people have modified the physical environment; 15D analyze the experiences and evaluate the contributions of diverse groups to multicultural societies; 18D identify examples of art, music, and literature that have transcended the boundaries of societies and convey universal themes; 19B explain the significance of religious holidays and observances . . . in various contemporary societies; 21A differentiate between, locate, and use valid primary and secondary sources . . . to acquire information about various world cultures

COMMENTS

CCRS 1A,1B,1D,2I,3B,3E,3G,3H ELPS IA, IB

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MONDAYOctober 12

Half-Day Teacher Staff Development

Ch. 7, Sec. 1

TUESDAYOctober 13

3A,3B,3C,4D,4E,4F,5A,5B,5C,6A,6B,21B,

Canada: Physical Geography Physical Features Climate Resources

Ch. 7, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYOctober 14

1A,1B,2A,2B,4B,4C,15B,18B,21B,21C,22D

History and Culture History – Native Canadians and European Settlement Creation of Canada Culture

Ch. 7, Sec. 3

THURSDAYOctober 15

3A,3B,3C,3D,4D,4F,4E,15B,

Canada Today: Government Regionalism The Eastern Provinces and The Heartland The Western Provinces and The Canadian North

Ch. 7, Sec. 3

FRIDAYOctober 16

3A,3B,3C,3D,4B,4C,4D,4F,4E,15B,18B,21B,21C,22D

Canada Today: Economy Industries Trade Imports and Exports – NAFTA

TEKS Descriptor

3A pose and answer geographic questions, including: Where is it located? Why is it there? What is significant about its location? How is its location related to the location of other people, places, and environments? 3B pose and answer questions about geographic distributions and patterns for various world regions and countries shown on maps, graphs, charts, models, and databases 3C compare various world regions and countries using data from geographic tools, including maps, graphs, charts, databases, and models 4D identify and locate major physical and human geographic features such as landforms, water bodies, and urban centers of various places and regions 4E draw sketch maps that illustrate various places and regions 4F identify the location of major world countries such as Canada, Mexico, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Norway, Sweden, Russia, South Africa, Nigeria, Iraq, Afghanistan, Israel, Iran, India, Pakistan, the People’s Republic of China, the Republic of China (Taiwan), Japan, North and South Korea, Indonesia, and Australia 5A identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for the location of economic activities in places and regions 5B identify geographic factors such as location, physical features, transportation corridors and barriers, and distribution of natural resources that influence a society’s ability to control territory 5C explain the impact of geographic factors on economic development and the domestic and foreign policies of societies 6A describe and explain the effects of physical environmental processes such as erosion, ocean currents, and earthquakes on Earth’s surface 6B identify the location of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources such as fresh water, fossil fuels, fertile soils, and timber

COMMENTS

CCRS 1A,1B,1D,2I,3B,3E,3G,3H ELPS IA, IB, ID

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MONDAYOctober 19

3A,3B, 3C,4D,4E,4F,5A,5B,5C,6A,6B,

Mexico: Physical Geography Physical Features Climate and Vegetation Natural Resources

Ch. 8, Sec. 1

TUESDAYOctober 20

1A,1B,2A,2B,3D,4B,4C,4F,15B,18B,19B

Ancient Civilizations Olmec Maya Aztec

Ch. 8, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYOctober 21

3A,3B,3C,3D,4B,4C,4F,19B,21B,21C,22D

History and Culture Early Cultures Colonial Mexico and Independence Culture

Ch. 8, Sec. 2

THURSDAYOctober 22

3A,3B,3C,3D,12B,15A,15B,18B,21B, 21C,22D

Mexico Today Government Economy Culture Regions

Ch. 8, Sec. 3

FRIDAYOctober 23


TEKS Descriptor

3A pose and answer geographic questions, including: Where is it located? Why is it there? What is significant about its location? How is its location related to the location of other people, places, and environments? 3B pose and answer questions about geographic distributions and patterns for various world regions and countries shown on maps, graphs, charts, models, and databases 3C compare various world regions and countries using data from geographic tools, including maps, graphs, charts, databases, and models 4D identify and locate major physical and human geographic features such as landforms, water bodies, and urban centers of various places and regions 4E draw sketch maps that illustrate various places and regions 4F identify the location of major world countries such as Canada, Mexico, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Norway, Sweden, Russia, South Africa, Nigeria, Iraq, Afghanistan, Israel, Iran, India, Pakistan, the People’s Republic of China, the Republic of China (Taiwan), Japan, North and South Korea, Indonesia, and Australia 5A identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for the location of economic activities in places and regions 5B identify geographic factors such as location, physical features, transportation corridors and barriers, and distribution of natural resources that influence a society’s ability to control territory 5C explain the impact of geographic factors on economic development and the domestic and foreign policies of societies 6A describe and explain the effects of physical environmental processes such as erosion, ocean currents, and earthquakes on Earth’s surface 6B identify the location of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources such as fresh water, fossil fuels, fertile soils, and timber

COMMENTS

ELPS 1A,1B,1D,2I,3B,3E,3G,3H CCRS IA, IB, IC, ID

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MONDAYOctober 26

3A,3B,3C,4D,4E,5A,5B,5C,6A,6B,21B,21C,22D

Central America and the Caribbean: Physical Geography Physical Features Climate and Vegetation Resources

Ch. 9, Sec. 1

TUESDAYOctober 27

1A,1B,2B,15A,15B,18A

Central America: History Culture Central America Today

Ch. 9, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYOctober 28

1A,1B,2B,15A,15B,18A

Panama Canal Location Economy History

Ch. 9, Sec. 2

THURSDAYOctober 29

1A,1B,2B,3D,15A,15B,18A

Caribbean Islands History Culture The Caribbean Islands Today

Ch. 9, Sec 3

FRIDAYOctober 30


TEKS Descriptor3B pose and answer questions about geographic distributions and patterns for various world regions and countries shown on maps, graphs, charts, models, and databases; 3C compare various world regions and countries using data from geographic tools, including maps, graphs, charts, databases, and models; 3D create thematic maps, graphs, charts, models, and databases depicting aspects such as population, disease, and economic activities of various world regions and countries; 4B identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for patterns of population in places and regions; 4C explain ways in which human migration influences the character of places and regions; 4E draw sketch maps that illustrate various places and regions; 15A define culture and the common traits that unify a culture region; 15B identify and describe common traits that define cultures; 15D analyze the experiences and evaluate the contributions of diverse groups to multicultural societies; 18A explain the relationships that exist between societies and their architecture, art, music, and literature; 18B relate ways in which contemporary expressions of culture have been influenced by the past; 21A differentiate between, locate, and use valid primary and secondary sources

COMMENTS

ELPS 1A,1B,1D,2I,3B,3E,3G,3H CCRS IA,IB, IIB

WEEK 1- TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES

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3rd Six Weeks

MONDAYNovember 2

3A,3B,3C,4D,4E,4F,5A,5B,5C,6A,6B,21B21C,22D

Caribbean South America: Physical Geography Physical Features and Wildlife Climate and Vegetation Resources

Ch. 10, Sec. 1

TUESDAYNovember 3

1A,1B,2B,4A,15A,15B,18A

Columbia Conquest and Independence People and Culture Economy

Ch. 10, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYNovember 4

1A,1B,2B,4A,15A,15B,18A

Venezuela Colonial Rule and Independence People and Culture Venezuela Today

Ch. 10, Sec. 3

THURSDAYNovember 5

1A,1B,2B,4A,15A,15B,18A

The Guianas Guyana Suriname French Guiana

Ch. 10, Sec. 3

FRIDAYNovember 6


TEKS Descriptor3C compare various world regions and countries using data from geographic tools, including maps, graphs, charts, databases, and model; 4A locate various contemporary societies on maps and globes using latitude and longitude to determine absolute location; 4E draw sketch maps that illustrate various places and regions; 5A identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for the location of economic activities in places and regions; 5B identify geographic factors . . . that influence a society’s ability to control territory; 6A describe and explain the effects of physical environmental processes such as erosion, ocean currents, and earthquakes on Earth’s surface 6B identify the location of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources; 15A define culture and the common traits that unify a culture region; 15B identify and describe common traits that define cultures; 15D analyze the experiences and evaluate the contributions of diverse groups to multicultural societies; 18A explain the relationships that exist between societies and their architecture, art, music, and literature; 21B analyze information by sequencing, categorizing, identifying cause-and effect relationships, comparing, contrasting, finding the main idea, summarizing, making generalizations and predictions, and drawing inferences and conclusions 21C organize and interpret information from outlines, reports, databases, and visuals, including graphs, charts, timelines, and maps 22D create written and visual material such as journal entries, reports, graphic organizers, outlines, and bibliographies based on research

COMMENTS


WEEK 2- 3rd Six Weeks

TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES

12


MONDAYNovember 9

3A,3B,3C,4D,4E,5A,5B,5C,6A,6B,21B,21C22D

Atlantic South America: Physical Geography Physical Features Climate and Vegetation Natural Resources

Ch. 11, Sec. 1

TUESDAYNovember 10

1A,2B,3B,4D,15D,21A21C

Brazil History People and Culture Brazil Today

Ch. 11, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYNovember 11

1A,1B,2B,3B,4D,15D,21A,21C

Argentina Early History People and Culture Argentina Today

Ch. 11, Sec. 3

THURSDAYNovember 12

1A,1B,2B,3B,4D,15D,21A,21C

Uruguay and Paraguay History People Economy

Ch. 11. Sec. 3

FRIDAYNovember 13


TEKS Descriptor3A pose and answer geographic questions, including: Where is it located? Why is it there? What is significant about its location? How is its location related to the location of other people, places, and environments? 3B pose and answer questions about geographic distributions and patterns for various world regions and countries shown on maps, graphs, charts, models, and databases 3C compare various world regions and countries using data from geographic tools, including maps, graphs, charts, databases, and models 4D identify and locate major physical and human geographic features such as landforms, water bodies, and urban centers of various places and regions 4E draw sketch maps that illustrate various places and regions 5A identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for the location of economic activities in places and regions 5B identify geographic factors such as location, physical features, transportation corridors and barriers, and distribution of natural resources that influence a society’s ability to control territory 5C explain the impact of geographic factors on economic development and the domestic and foreign policies of societies 6A describe and explain the effects of physical environmental processes such as erosion, ocean currents, and earthquakes on Earth’s surface 6B identify the location of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources such as fresh water, fossil fuels, fertile soils, and timber 21B analyze information by sequencing, categorizing, identifying cause-and-effect relationships, comparing, contrasting, finding the main idea, summarizing, making generalizations and predictions, and drawing inferences and conclusions 21C organize and interpret information from outlines, reports, databases, and visuals, including graphs, charts, timelines, and maps 22D create written and visual material such as journal entries, reports, graphic organizers, outlines, and bibliographies based on research

COMMENTS




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MONDAYNovember 16

District Benchmarks

TUESDAYNovember 17

District Benchmarks

WEDNESDAYNovember 18

District Benchmarks

THURSDAYNovember 19

District Benchmarks

FRIDAYNovember 20

District Benchmarks

TEKS Descriptor

COMMENTS

ELPS CCRS

WEEK 4- 3rd Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES

14


MONDAYNovember 30

3A,3B,3C,4D, 4E,5A,5B,5C,6A,6B,21B,21C,22D

Pacific South America: Physical Geography Physical Features Climate Vegetation Natural Resources

Ch. 12, Sec. 1

TUESDAYDecember 1

1A,1B,2A,2B,3C,3D,4B,4C,4F,15B,15D,18B,21B,21C,22D

History and Culture: Inca Empire Early Cultures Spanish Rule Independence

Ch. 12, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYDecember 2

2A,2B,3A,3B,3C,3D,4B,4C,4F,15B,18B,21B,

Ecuador and Bolivia Major Cities Government Economy

Ch. 12, Sec. 3

THURSDAYDecember 3

1A,1B,2A,2B,3A,3B,3C,3D,4B,4C,4F,15B,18B,21B,21C,22D

Peru and Chile Major Cities Government Resources

Ch. 12, Sec. 3

FRIDAYDecember 4


TEKS Descriptor1A trace characteristics of various contemporary societies in regions that resulted from historical events or factors such as colonization; 1B analyze the historical background of various contemporary societies to evaluate relationships between past conflicts and current conditions; 2B evaluate the social, political, economic, and cultural contributions of individuals and groups; 3B pose and answer questions about geographic distributions and patterns; 4B identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for patterns of population in places and regions; 4C explain ways in which human migration influences the character of places and regions; 4D identify and locate major physical and human geographic features; 4F identify the location of major world countries; 15B identify and describe common traits that define cultures; 15D analyze the experiences and evaluate the contributions of diverse groups to multicultural societies; 18B relate ways in which contemporary expressions of culture have been influenced by the past; 21B analyze information by drawing inferences and conclusions; 22D create written and visual material; 22F use proper citations to avoid plagiarism.

COMMENTS

ELPS 1A,1B,1D,2I,3B,3E,3G,3H CCRS IA,IB,IC, IIB



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MONDAYDecember 7

3A,3B,3C,4D,4E,5A,5B,5C,6A,6B,21B,21C,22D

Southern Europe: Physical Geography Landforms Water Features Climate Resources

Ch. 13, Sec. 1

TUESDAYDecember 8

3A,3B,3C,4D,4E,5A,5B,5C,6A,6B,21B,21C,22D

Political Entities of Europe Portugal, Spain Italy Greece

Ch. 13, Sec. 1

WEDNESDAYDecember 9

1A,1B,2A,2B,3A,3B,3C,3D,4B,4C,15B,18B,21B,21C,22D

Greece: Ancient Civilizations Ancient Greece The Romans and The Turks Independent Greece

Ch. 13, Sec. 2

THURSDAYDecember 10


Greece: Modern Challenges Culture Urban and Rural Greece Greece’s Economy

Ch. 13, Sec. 2

FRIDAYDecember 11


TEKS Descriptor3A pose and answer geographic questions; 3B pose and answer questions about geographic distributions and patterns for various world regions and countries; 3C compare various world regions and countries; 4D identify and locate major physical and human geographic features; 4E draw sketch maps that illustrate various places and regions; 5A identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for the location of economic activities in places and regions; 5B identify geographic factors such as location, physical features . . . and distribution of natural resources; 5C explain the impact of geographic factors on economic development and the domestic and foreign policies of societies; 6A describe and explain the effects of physical environmental processes; 6B identify the location of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources; 21B analyze information by sequencing, categorizing, identifying cause-and-effect relationships, comparing, contrasting, finding the main idea, summarizing, making generalizations and predictions, and drawing inferences and conclusions; 21C organize and interpret information from outlines, reports, databases, and visuals, including graphs, charts, timelines, and maps; 22D create written and visual material such as journal entries, reports, graphic organizers, outlines, and bibliographies based on research

COMMENTS

ELPS 2C,3B,3F,4C,4D,4E,4F CCRS IA,IB, IIB

WEEK 6- 3rd Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES

16


MONDAYDecember 14

Semester Exam Review

TUESDAYDecember 15


WEDNESDAYDecember 16


THURSDAYDecember 17

Semester Exam

FRIDAYDecember 18

Teacher Preparation Day

Semester Exam

TEKS Descriptor

COMMENTS

ELPS CCRS

WEEK 1- 4th Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES

17


MONDAYJanuary 4

Europe: Geographical Extremes, Political, Population Ch. 13,

Atlas

TUESDAYJanuary 5

Europe: Regional Database Ch. 13,

Atlas

WEDNESDAYJanuary 6


Italy History Culture Italy Today

Ch. 13, Sec. 3

THURSDAYJanuary 7


Spain and Portugal History Culture Spain and Portugal Today

Ch. 13, Sec. 4

FRIDAYJanuary 8


TEKS Descriptor3A pose and answer geographic questions; 3B pose and answer questions about geographic distributions and patterns for various world regions and countries; 3C compare various world regions and countries; 4D identify and locate major physical and human geographic features; 4E draw sketch maps that illustrate various places and regions; 5A identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for the location of economic activities in places and regions; 5B identify geographic factors such as location, physical features . . . and distribution of natural resources; 5C explain the impact of geographic factors on economic development and the domestic and foreign policies of societies; 6A describe and explain the effects of physical environmental processes; 6B identify the location of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources; 21B analyze information by sequencing, categorizing, identifying cause-and-effect relationships, comparing, contrasting, finding the main idea, summarizing, making generalizations and predictions, and drawing inferences and conclusions; 21C organize and interpret information from outlines, reports, databases, and visuals, including graphs, charts, timelines, and maps; 22D create written and visual material such as journal entries, reports, graphic organizers, outlines, and bibliographies based on research

COMMENTS

ELPS 2C,3B,3F,4C,4D,4E,4F CCRS IB,IC


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MONDAYJanuary 11

3A,3B,3C,4D,4E,5A,5B,5C,6A,6B,21B,21C,22D

West –Central Europe: Physical Geography Physical Features Water Features Climate and Resources

Ch. 14, Sec 1

TUESDAYJanuary 12

3A,3B,3C,4D,4E,5A,5B,5C,6A,6B,21B,21C,22D

France History Culture France Today

Ch. 14, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYJanuary 13

1A,1B,2A,2B,3A,3B,3C,3D,4B,4C,4F,15B,15D,18B,

Germany History Culture Germany Today

Ch. 14, Sec. 3

THURSDAYJanuary 14

1A,1B,2A,2B,3A,3B,3C,3D,4B,4C,4D,4E,4F,5A,5B,5C,6A,6B,15B,15D,18B,21B,21C,22D

Benelux Countries / Alpine Countries The Netherlands Belgium and Luxembourg Austria and Switzerland

Ch. 14, Sec. 2-3

FRIDAYJanuary 15 Teacher Created Assessment

TEKS Descriptor3C compare various world regions and countries using data; 3D create . . . graphs, charts, models, and databases depicting aspects . . . of various world regions and countries; 4B identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for patterns of population in places and regions; 4C explain ways in which human migration influences the character of places and regions; 4D identify and locate major physical and human geographic features; 4E draw sketch maps that illustrate various places and regions; 4F identify the location of major world countries such as . . . Italy, Spain; 5A identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for the location of economic activities in places and regions; 5B identify geographic factors such as location, physical features, transportation corridors and barriers, and distribution of natural resources that influence a society’s ability to control territory; 5C explain the impact of geographic factors on economic development and the domestic and foreign policies of societies; 6A describe and explain the effects of physical environmental processes; 6B identify the location of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources; 18B relate ways in which contemporary expressions of culture have been influenced by the past

COMMENTS

ELPS 2C,3B,3F,4C,4D,4E,4F CCRS IA,IB,IIB


19


MONDAYJanuary 18

Half-Day Teacher Staff Development

TUESDAYJanuary 19

3A,3B,3C,4D,4E,4F,5A,5B,5C,6A,6B,21B,21C,22D

Northern Europe: Physical Geography Physical Features Natural Resources Climates

Ch. 15, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYJanuary 20


British Isles Early History Decline of Empire Government and People

Ch. 15, Sec . 2

THURSDAYJanuary 21


British Isles Today Popular Culture Northern Ireland The Economy

Ch. 15, Sec. 3

FRIDAYJanuary 22


Scandinavia History and Scandinavia Today Sweden, Denmark, and Greenland Norway, Finland and Iceland

TEKS Descriptor

3C compare various world regions and countries using data from geographic tools; 4B identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for patterns of population in places and regions; 4C explain ways in which human migration influences the character of places and regions; 4F identify the location of major world countries; 5A identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for the location of economic activities in places and regions; 5B identify geographic factors such as location, physical features, transportation corridors and barriers, and distribution of natural resources that influence a society’s ability to control territory; 5C explain the impact of geographic factors on economic development and the domestic and foreign policies of societies. 6A describe and explain the effects of physical environmental processes; 6B identify the location of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources such as fresh water, fossil fuels, fertile soils, and timber; 17D identify and define the impact of cultural diffusion on individuals and world societies; 17E identify examples of positive and negative effects of cultural diffusion; 18B relate ways in which contemporary expressions of culture have been influenced by the past; 19A explain the relationship among religious ideas, philosophical ideas, and cultures

COMMENTS

ELPS 2C,3B,3F,4C,4D,4E,4F CCRS IA,IB,IC,IIB

WEEK 4- 4th Six Weeks


20


MONDAYJanuary 25

3A,3B,3C,4D,4E,4F,5A,5B,5C,6A,6B,21B,21C,22D

Eastern Europe: Physical Geography Physical Features Water Features Climate and Vegetation

Ch. 16, Sec. 1

TUESDAYJanuary 26

1A,1B,2A,2B,3A,3B,3C,3D,4B,15B,18B,21B,21C,

Poland and the Baltic Republics History Culture The Region Today

Ch 16, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYJanuary 27

1A,1B,2A,2B,3A,3B,3C,3D,4B,4C,15B,18B21B,21C,22D

Inland Eastern Europe Czech Republic, Slovakia and Hungary Ukraine, Belarus and Moldova Inland Eastern Europe Today

Ch 16, Sec. 3

THURSDAYJanuary 28

1A,1B,2A,2B,3A,3B,3C,3D,4B,4C,15B,18B21B,21C,

The Balkan Countries History Culture The Balkans Today

Ch 16, Sec. 4

FRIDAYJanuary 29


TEKS Descriptor

3C compare various world regions and countries using data from geographic tools, including maps, graphs, charts, databases, and models; 3D create thematic maps, graphs, charts, models, and databases depicting aspects such as population, disease, and economic activities of various world regions and countries; 4B identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for patterns of population in places and regions; 4C explain ways in which human migration influences the character of places and regions; 4E draw sketch maps that illustrate various places and regions; 5A identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for the location of economic activities in places and regions; 5B identify geographic factors . . . that influence a society’s ability to control territory; 5C explain the impact of geographic factors on economic development and the domestic and foreign policies of societies; 6A describe and explain the effects of physical environmental processes . . . on Earth’s surface; 6B identify the location of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources; 15F identify and explain examples of conflict and cooperation between and among cultures; 17D identify and define the impact of cultural diffusion on individuals and world societies; 17E identify examples of positive and negative effects of cultural diffusion; 18B explain the relationships that exist between societies and their architecture, art, music, and literature

COMMENTS




21


MONDAYFebruary 1

3A,3B,3C,4D,4E,5A,5B,5C,6A,6B,21B,21C,22D

Russia: Physical Geography Physical Features Climate and Plant Life Natural Resources

Ch 17, Sec. 1

TUESDAYFebruary 2

1A,1B,2A,2B,4E,15A,15B,15F,17D,17E,19A,21B,

History and Culture Early History and Empire War and Revolution Culture – People, Religion, and Customs

Ch 17, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYFebruary 3

1A,1B,2A,2B,4E,15A,15B,15F,17D,17E,

The Soviet Union The Soviet Union and Communism The Soviet Union under Stalin The Cold War and Collapse

Ch 17, Sec. 2

THURSDAYFebruary 4

1A,1B,2A,2B,4E,15A,15B,15F,17D,17E,19A,21B,21C,21D,22D

Russia Today The Russian Federation Culture Regions Russia’s Challenges

Ch 17, Sec. 3

FRIDAYFebruary 5


TEKS Descriptor1A trace characteristics of various contemporary societies in regions that resulted from historical events or factors; 1B analyze the historical background of various contemporary societies to evaluate relationships between past conflicts and current conditions; 2A identify and describe the influence of individual or group achievements on various historical or contemporary societies; 2B evaluate the social, political, economic, and cultural contributions of individuals and groups from various societies, past and present; 15A define culture and the common traits that unify a culture region; 15B identify and describe common traits that define cultures; 15F identify and explain examples of conflict and cooperation between and among cultures; 17D identify and define the impact of cultural diffusion on individuals and world societies; 17E identify examples of positive and negative effects of cultural diffusion; 19A explain the relationship among religious ideas, philosophical ideas, and cultures; 21B analyze information by sequencing, categorizing, identifying cause-and effect relationships, comparing, contrasting, finding the main idea, summarizing, making generalizations and predictions, and drawing inferences and conclusions; 21C organize and interpret information from outlines, reports, databases, and visuals, including graphs, charts, timelines, and maps; 21D identify different points of view about an issue or current topic; 22D create written and visual material such as journal entries, reports, graphic organizers, outlines, and bibliographies based on research

COMMENTS



22


MONDAYFebruary 8

3A,3B,3C,4D,4E,5A,5B,5C,6A,6B,21B,21C,22D

The Eurasian Republics: Physical Geography Physical Features Climate and Vegetation Natural Resources

Ch 18, Sec. 1

TUESDAYFebruary 9

1A,1B,2A,2B,3A,3B,3C,3D,4B,4C,21B,21C,22D

The Caucasus History Physical Geography The Caucasus Today

Ch 18, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYFebruary 10

1A,1B,2A,2B,15A,15B,15F,17D,17E,19A,21B,21C,22D

History and Culture of Central Asia Trade, Invasions and Soviet Rule Culture – Traditional Lives People, Languages and Religion

Ch 18, Sec. 3

THURSDAYFebruary 11

3B,4B,15A,15B,18B,18D,19A,19B,21B,21C,21F,22C,22D

Central Asia Today Afghanistan, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan Issues and Challenges

Ch 18, Sec. 4

FRIDAYFebruary 12


TEKS Descriptor

3C compare various world regions and countries using data from geographic tools, including maps, graphs, charts, databases, and models; 4B identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for patterns of population in places and regions; 4C explain ways in which human migration influences the character of places and regions; 4E draw sketch maps that illustrate various places and regions; 5A identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for the location of economic activities in places and regions; 5B identify geographic factors . . . that influence a society’s ability to control territory; 5C explain the impact of geographic factors on economic development and the domestic and foreign policies of societies; 6A describe and explain the effects of physical environmental processes . . . on Earth’s surface; 6B identify the location of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources; 15A define culture and the common traits that unify a culture region; 15B identify and describe common traits that define cultures; 18B relate ways in which contemporary expressions of culture have been influenced by the past; 18D identify examples of art, music, and literature that have transcended the boundaries of societies and convey universal themes; 19A explain the relationship among religious ideas, philosophical ideas, and cultures; 19B explain the significance of religious holidays and observances . . . in various contemporary societies; 21F use appropriate mathematical skills to interpret social studies information such as maps and graphs

COMMENTS

ELPS 2C,2D,2I,3B,3C,3D,3E,4F CCRS IA,IB,IC,IIB

WEEK 7- 4th

Six WeeksTEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES

23


MONDAYFebruary 15

World War I Media/Research

TUESDAYFebruary 16

World War II Media/Research


Cold War Media/Research

THURSDAYFebruary 18

Communism Media/Research

FRIDAYFebruary 19


TEKS Descriptor

COMMENTS

ELPS CCRS


24


MONDAYFebruary 22

3A,3B,3C,4D,4F,5A,6B,21C,22D

Eastern Mediterranean: Physical Geography Physical Features Climate and Vegetation Natural Resources

Ch 19, Sec. 1

TUESDAYFebruary 23

1A,1B,2A,2B,3A,3B,3C,3D,4B,4C,4D,15B,15D,15F,18B,19B,21A,21B,22B,22C,

Turkey and Israel History People and Culture Turkey and Israel Today

Ch 19, Sec. 2 & 3


1A,1B,2A,2B,15B,15D,15F,18B,19B,21B,21C,22B,22D

Syria, Lebanon and Jordan History and Government Conflict and Civil War People and Resources

Ch 19, Sec. 4

THURSDAYFebruary 25

½ Day Charro Days

FRIDAYFebruary 26

Charro Days

TEKS Descriptor

1A A trace characteristics of various contemporary societies in regions . . . that resulted from invasion, conquests, and trade; 2A identify and describe the influence of individual or group achievements; 3C compare various world regions and countries using data from charts, databases, and models; 3D create charts, models, and databases; 4B identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for patterns of population in places and regions; 4C explain ways in which human migration influences the character of places and regions; 4D identify and locate major physical and human geographic features; 4F identify the location of major world countries such as Israel; 5A identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for the location of economic activities; 6B identify the location of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources; 15B identify and describe common traits that define cultures; 15D analyze the experiences and evaluate the contributions of diverse groups to multicultural societies; 15F identify and explain examples of conflict and cooperation between and among cultures; 18B relate ways in which contemporary expressions of culture have been influenced by the past; 19B explain the significance of religious holidays and observances; 21B analyze information by summarizing; 21C organize and interpret information from databases, graphs, charts, and maps; 22B incorporate main and supporting ideas in verbal and written communication based on research

COMMENTS




25


MONDAYFebruary 29

3A,3B,3C,4D,4F,5A,5B,7B,7C,21B,21C,22D

The Arabian Peninsula: Physical Geography Physical Features Climate and Vegetation Resources

Ch 20, Sec. 1

TUESDAYMarch 1

5A,5C,6B,21B,21C,22B,22D

The Arabian Peninsula Saudi Arabia and Kuwait Bahrain and Qatar Oman, Yemen and the United Arab Emirates

Ch 20, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYMarch 2

1A,1B,2A,2B,3B,5C,6B,15B,19A,21B,21C,22D

Iraq History People and Culture Iraq Today

Ch 20, Sec. 3

THURSDAYMarch 3

1A,1B,2A,2B,3C,11A,15B,15E,18A,19A,21B,21C,22D

Iran History People and Culture Economy and Government

Ch 20, Sec. 4

FRIDAYMarch 4


TEKS Descriptor1A trace characteristics of various contemporary societies in regions that resulted from historical events or factors such as invasion, conquests, colonization, immigration, and trade; 1B analyze the historical background of various contemporary societies to evaluate relationships between past conflicts and current conditions; 2A identify and describe the influence of individual or group achievements on various historical or contemporary societies such as the classical Greeks on government and the American Revolution on the French Revolution; 2B evaluate the social, political, economic, and cultural contributions of individuals and groups from various societies, past and present; 3B pose and answer questions about geographic distributions and patterns for various world regions and countries shown on maps, graphs, charts, models, and databases; 5C explain the impact of geographic factors on economic development and the domestic and foreign policies of societies; 6B identify the location of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources such as fresh water, fossil fuels, fertile soils, and timber; 15B identify and describe common traits that define cultures; 19A explain the relationship among religious ideas, philosophical ideas, and cultures; 21B analyze information by sequencing, categorizing, identifying cause-and effect relationships, comparing, contrasting, finding the main idea, summarizing, making generalizations and predictions, and drawing inferences and conclusions; 21C organize and interpret information from outlines, reports, databases, and visuals, including graphs, charts, timelines, and maps; 22D create written and visual material such as journal entries, reports, graphic organizers, outlines, and bibliographies based on research

COMMENTS

ELPS 2C,3B,3F,4C,4D,4E,4F CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIB



26


MONDAYMarch 7

3A,3B,3C,4B,4D,4F,7C,21B,21C,22D

North Africa: Physical Geography The Nile, the Sinai and the Suez Canal The Sahara and Mountains Climate and Resources

Ch 21, Sec. 1

TUESDAYMarch 8

1A,1B,2A,2B,4C,15B15D,18A,18D,19A,19B,21B,21C,22D

History The Ancient Egyptians Greek and Arab Civilizations and European Civilizations Modern North Africa

Ch 21, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYMarch 9

1A,1B,2A,2B,4C,15B15D,18A,18D,19A,19B,21B,21C,22D

Culture People, Language, Religion and Foods Holidays and Customs The Arts and Literature

Ch 21, Sec. 2

THURSDAYMarch 10

1A,1B,2A,2B,3B,15A15B,21C,22D

North Africa Today The Arab Spring Egypt Other Countries of North Africa

Ch 21, Sec. 3

FRIDAYMarch 11


TEKS Descriptor

3A pose and answer geographic questions, including: Where is it located? Why is it there? What is significant about its location? How is its location related to the location of other people, places, and environments?; 3B pose and answer questions about geographic distributions and patterns for various world regions and countries shown on maps, graphs, charts, models, and databases; 3C compare various world regions and countries using data from geographic tools, including maps, graphs, charts, databases, and models; 4B identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for patterns of population in places and regions; 4D identify and locate major physical and human geographic features such as landforms, water bodies, and urban centers of various places and regions; 4F identify the location of major world countries such as Canada, Mexico, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Norway, Sweden, Russia, South Africa, Nigeria, Iraq, Afghanistan, Israel, Iran, India, Pakistan, the People’s Republic of China, the Republic of China Taiwan, Japan, North and South Korea, Indonesia, and Australia; 7C describe ways in which technology influences human interactions with the environment such as humans building dams for flood control; 21B analyze information by sequencing, categorizing, identifying cause-and-effect relationships, comparing, contrasting, finding the main idea, summarizing, making generalizations and predictions, and drawing inferences and conclusions; 21C organize and interpret information from outlines, reports, databases, and visuals, including graphs, charts, timelines, and maps; 22D create written and visual material such as journal entries, reports, graphic organizers, outlines, and bibliographies based on research

COMMENTS



27


MONDAYMarch 21

3A, 3B, 4D, 6A, 6B, 6C, 7B, 21B, 21C, 22A, 22D

West Africa Physical Features Climate and Vegetation Resources

Ch 22, Sec. 1

TUESDAYMarch 22

1A,1B,2A,2B,3A,3B, 15A,15B, 18A,18C, 21B, 22D

History Great Kingdoms The Slave Trade The Atlantic Slave Trade: Interpreting Maps

Ch 22, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYMarch 23

1A,1B,2A,2B,3A,3B, 15A,15B, 18A,18C

Culture People and Languages Religion Clothing, Families, and Homes

Ch 22, Sec. 2

THURSDAYMarch 24

2B,3A,3B,4D,5A,5C,6C, 15A,15B, 15C,15F, 21A,21B, 21C,22A, 22D

West Africa Today Nigeria Other Coastal Countries Sahel Countries

Ch 22, Sec. 3

FRIDAYMarch 25


TEKS Descriptor

3A pose and answer geographic questions, including: Where is it located? Why is it there? What is significant about its location? How is its location related to the location of other people, places, and environments?; 3B pose and answer questions about geographic distributions and patterns for various world regions and countries shown on maps, graphs, charts, models, and databases; 4D identify and locate major physical and human geographic features such as landforms, water bodies, and urban centers of various places and regions; 6A describe and explain the effects of physical environmental processes such as erosion, ocean currents, and earthquakes on Earth’s surface; 6B identify the location of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources such as fresh water, fossil fuels, fertile soils, and timber; 6C analyze the effects of the interaction of physical processes and the environment on humans; 7B identify and analyze ways people have modified the physical environment such as mining, irrigation, and transportation infrastructure; 21B analyze information by sequencing, categorizing, identifying cause-andeffect relationships, comparing, contrasting, finding the main idea, summarizing, making generalizations and predictions, and drawing inferences and conclusions; 22A use social studies terminology correctly; 22D create written and visual material such as journal entries, reports, graphic organizers, outlines, and bibliographies based on research

COMMENTS

ELPS 2D,2I,3C,4C,4G CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIB


28


MONDAYMarch 28

3A, 3B, 4D, 6A, 6C, 7A, 7B, 7C, 21B, 21C, 22D, 22E

East Africa : Physical Features The Rift Valleys; Mount Kilimanjaro/Serengeti Plain Rivers and Lakes; Lake Victoria Climate and Vegetation; elevation

Ch 23, Sec. 1

TUESDAYMarch 29

1A,1B,2A, 2B,3A,3B, 15A,15B, 15F,16A, 17A,21B

History Cultural Diffusion of Christianity and Islam The Slave Trade; Zanzibar European Influence and Conflict; imperialism

Ch 23, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYMarch 30

1A,1B, 2A, 2B,3A,3B, 15A,15B, 15F,16A, 17A,21B,

Culture Cultural diversity Language; European influence Religion; ancestors

Ch 23, Sec. 2

THURSDAYMarch 31

5A,5B, 6B, 6C,15A, 15B,15D, 15E,15F, 19A,21B, 21C

East Africa Today Tanzania and Kenya Today Rwanda and Burundi Sudan and Uganda The Horn of Africa

Ch 23, Sec. 3

FRIDAYApril 1

Holiday

TEKS Descriptor1A trace characteristics of various contemporary societies in regions that resulted from historical events; 2A identify and describe the influence of individual or group achievements; 3A pose and answer geographic questions; 3B pose and answer questions about geographic distributions; 4D identify and locate major physical and human geographic features; 5A identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for the location of economic activities; 5B identify geographic factors . . . that influence a society’s ability to control territory; 6A describe and explain the effects of physical environmental; 6B identify the location of renewable and nonrenewable natural; 6C analyze the effects of the interaction of physical processes and the environment on humans; 7A identify and analyze ways people have adapted to the physical environment; 7B identify and analyze ways people have modified the physical environment; 7C describe ways in which technology influences human interactions with the environment; 15B identify and describe common traits that define cultures; 15E analyze the similarities and differences among various world societies; 15F identify and explain examples of conflict and cooperation between and among cultures; 17A identify and describe how culture traits . . . spread; 19A explain the relationship among religious ideas, philosophical ideas, and cultures; 21B analyze information by comparing, contrasting, finding the main idea, summarizing; 21C organize and interpret information from outlines; 22D create written and visual material based on research

COMMENTS



29


MONDAYApril 4

3A, 3B, 4D, 6B, 21B, 21C, 22D

Central Africa: Physical Geography Landforms: Congo Basin Rivers: Congo River / Zambezi River Climate, Vegetation, and Animals: copper belt

Ch 24, Sec. 1

TUESDAYApril 5

1A,1B,2A, 2B,4C,15B, 21B,21C, 22D

History Early History: Kongo Kingdom European Exploration and Colonization Modern Central Africa

Ch 24, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYApril 6

1A,1B,2A, 2B,4C,15B, 21B,21C, 22D

Culture People and Language: dialects Religion: Christianity, Islam, Hinduism The Arts: likembe, makassa

Ch 24, Sec. 2

THURSDAYApril 7

1A,1B,2B,5C,15B,15F,21B, 21C, 21D

Central Africa Today Democratic Republic of the Congo Central African Republic and Cameroon Equatorial Guinea and Sao Tome and Principe

Ch 24, Sec. 3

FRIDAYApril 8


TEKS Descriptor3A pose and answer geographic questions, including: Where is it located? Why is it there? What is significant about its location? How is its location related to the location of other people, places, and environments?; 3B pose and answer questions about geographic distributions and patterns for various world regions and countries shown on maps, graphs, charts, models, and databases; 4D identify and locate major physical and human geographic features such as landforms, water bodies, and urban centers of various places and regions; 6B identify the location of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources such as fresh water, fossil fuels, fertile soils, and timber; 21B analyze information by sequencing, categorizing, identifying cause-and effect relationships, comparing, contrasting, finding the main idea, summarizing, making generalizations and predictions, and drawing inferences and conclusions; 21C organize and interpret information from outlines, reports, databases, and visuals, including graphs, charts, timelines, and maps; 22D create written and visual material such as journal entries, reports, graphic organizers, outlines, and bibliographies based on research

COMMENTS



30


MONDAYApril 11

3A, 3B, 4D, 6B, 21B, 21C, 22D

Southern Africa: Physical Geography Plateaus and Mountains: escarpment Coast Plain; Okavango River, Orange River, Limpopo River Savanna and Deserts; Tropical Forests

Ch 25, Sec. 1

TUESDAYApril 12

1A,1B,2A,2B,4C,5C,15B,18A, 21B,21C, 22D

History Early History: Kholsan, Shona, Europeans in South Africa: Apartheid Independence

Ch 25, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYApril 13

1A,1B,2A, 2B,4C,5C, 15B,18A, 21B,21C, 22D

Culture Ethnic Groups: Zulu, Tswana Languages: Kholsan, Bantu Religion: Christianity, traditional African religions

Ch 25, Sec. 2

THURSDAYApril 14

1A,1B,2B, 15B,21B, 21C,22D

South Africa Today End of Apartheid: sanctions Government and Economy: equality, human rights Other Countries of Southern Africa

Ch 25, Sec. 3

FRIDAYApril 15


TEKS Descriptor

1A trace characteristics of various contemporary societies in regions that resulted from historical events; 1B analyze the historical background of various contemporary societies to evaluate relationships between past conflicts and current conditions; 2A identify and describe the influence of individual or group achievements on various historical or contemporary societies; 2B evaluate the social, political, economic, and cultural contributions of individuals and groups from various societies, past and present; 3A pose and answer geographic questions; 4C explain ways in which human migration influences the character of places and regions; 4D identify and locate major physical and human geographic features; 5C explain the impact of geographic factors on economic development; 6B identify the location of renewable and nonrenewable natural resource; 15B identify and describe common traits that define cultures; 18A explain the relationships that exist between societies and their architecture, art, and music; 21B analyze information by making generalizations; 21C organize and interpret information from outlines, reports, databases, and visuals, including graphs, charts, timelines, and maps; 22D create written and visual material; 23B use a decision-making

COMMENTS


31



32


MONDAYApril 18

3A, 3B, 3C, 4D, 4E, 5A, 5B, 5C, 6A, 6B, 21B, 21C, 22D

The Indian Subcontinent: Physical Geography Hindu Kush Mountains / Eastern and Western Ghats Mountains Ganges River; delta Indus River Climate Regions; monsoons

Ch 26, Sec. 1

TUESDAYApril 19

1A,1B,2A, 2B,15A,15B15F,17D, 17E,19A, 21B,21C, 21D, 22D

History and Culture Ancient Civilizations: Harappan, Mauryan, Gupta Mughal Empire / British Empire; colony Independence and Division; partition Hinduism/Buddhism; caste system

Ch 26, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYApril 20

3B,4B, 15B, 18B,18D, 19A,19B, 21B,21C, 22D

India Today Major Cities; Sikhism Population and urbanization Green revolution

Ch 26, Sec. 3

THURSDAYApril 21

1A,1B,3B, 3C,6A,6B, 6C,15B, 15D,15F, 21B,21C, 22D

India’s Neighbors Pakistan; Kashmir Bangladesh / Nepal Bhutan / Sri Lanka

Ch 26, Sec. 4

FRIDAYApril 22


TEKS Descriptor3C compare various world regions and countries using data; 4B identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for patterns of population in places and regions; 4C explain ways in which human migration influences the character of places and regions; 4D identify and locate major physical and human geographic features; 4E draw sketch maps that illustrate various places and regions; 4F identify the location of major world countries such as . . . Italy, Spain; 5A identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for the location of economic activities in places and regions; 5B identify geographic factors such as location, physical features, transportation corridors and barriers, and distribution of natural resources that influence a society’s ability to control territory; 5C explain the impact of geographic factors on economic development and the domestic and foreign policies of societies; 6A describe and explain the effects of physical environmental processes; 6B identify the location of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources; 18B relate ways in which contemporary expressions of culture have been influenced by the past

COMMENTS

ELPS 2C,2I,3D,3F,4F,4G CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIB


33


MONDAYApril 25

3A, 3B, 4D, 5A, 6B, 6C, 21B, 21C, 22D

China, Mongolia and Taiwan: Physical Geography Himalayas; Mount Everest Plateau of Tibet; Gobi Desert Huang He, Yangzi Rivers

Ch 27, Sec. 1

TUESDAYApril 26

1A,1B,2A, 2B,5B,12B15B,15C, 18A,19A, 20A,21B, 21C, 22A

History and Culture Shang Dynasty / Zhou Dynasty Qin Dynasty / Han Dynasty Revolution and Civil War Population and Settlements

Ch 27, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYApril 27

1A,1B,3B, 4B,5A,5C, 7B,7C,9B, 9D,11D, 15B,21B, 22B, 22D

China Today Command Economy Agriculture and Industry Rural and Urban China

Ch 27, Sec. 3

THURSDAYApril 28

1A,1B,2A, 2B,3A,3B, 3C,3D,4C, 15B,21B, 21C,22B,

Mongolia and Taiwan Mongol Empire; Independence Nomads; gers Ilha Formosa: coastal cities

Ch 27, Sec. 4

FRIDAYApril 29


TEKS Descriptor

3A pose and answer geographic questions, including: Where is it located? Why is it there? What is significant about its location? How is its location related to the location of other people, places, and environments?; 3B pose and answer questions about geographic distributions and patterns for various world regions and countries shown on maps, graphs, charts, models, and databases; 4D identify and locate major physical and human geographic features such as landforms, water bodies, and urban centers of various places and regions; 5A identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for the location of economic activities; 5C explain the impact of geographic factors on economic development and the domestic and foreign policies of societies; 7B identify and analyze ways people have modified the physical environment; 7C describe ways in which technology influences human interactions with the environment; 9B compare and contrast free enterprise, socialist, and communist economies in various contemporary societies; 9D examine the record of collective, non-free market economic systems in contemporary world societies; 11D review the record of human rights abuses of limited or unlimited governments; 12B compare ways in which various societies such as China, Germany, India, and Russia organize government and how they function21C organize and interpret information from outlines, reports, databases, and visuals; 22D create written and visual material

COMMENTS



34


MONDAYMay 2

1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 3C, 4D, 4F, 5A, 6A, 6B, 7A,21C, 22B, 22D

Japan and the Koreas: Physical Geography Island Chain; Japanese Alps Korean Peninsula Earthquakes; tsunamis Humid Climate; fisheries

Ch 28, Sec. 1

TUESDAYMay 3

2B,4C,15B, 17A,17D, 18A,18B, 18D,19A, 20A,20B, 20C,21B,

History and Culture Emperors, Shoguns, and Samurai Japanese Writing / Shintoism / Buddhism Customs and Traditions

Ch 28, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYMay 4

4B, 5C, 7A, 7B,8C,15B, 15F,1B, 21C, 22D

Japan Today Constitutional Monarchy Economic Success; trade surplus Dense Population; Urban vs. Rural

Ch 28, Sec. 3

THURSDAYMay 5

1B, 2B, 4B, 5C, 9A, 9B, 9D,15B, 15F,21B, 21C,22C, 22D

Koreas Today South Korea: the Republic of Korea Demilitarized Zone North Korea: the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea

Ch 28, Sec. 4

FRIDAYMay 6


TEKS Descriptor

1A trace characteristics of various contemporary societies in regions that resulted from historical events or factors such as invasion, conquests, colonization, immigration, and trade; 1B analyze the historical background of various contemporary societies to evaluate relationships between past conflicts and current conditions; 2A identify and describe the influence of individual or group achievements on various historical or contemporary societies such as the classical Greeks on government and the American Revolution on the French Revolution; 2B evaluate the social, political, economic, and cultural contributions of individuals and groups from various societies, past and present; 4C explain ways in which human migration influences the character of places and regions; 15B identify and describe common traits that define cultures; 17A identify and describe how culture traits . . . spread; 17D identify and define the impact of cultural diffusion on individuals and world societies; 18A explain the relationships that exist between societies and their architecture, art, music, and literature; 18B relate ways in which contemporary expressions of culture have been influenced by the past; 18D identify examples of art, music, and literature that have transcended the boundaries of societies and convey universal themes such as religion, justice, and the passage of time; 19A explain the relationship among religious ideas, philosophical ideas, and cultures; 20A 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; 20B explain how resources, belief systems, economic factors, and political decisions have affected the use of technology;

COMMENTS

ELPS 2C,2I,3D,3F,4F,4G CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIB


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MONDAYMay 9

3A, 3B,3C, 4D, 5A,6A, 6B, 7B, 21B, 21C, 21D

Southeast Asia: Physical Geography Indochina Peninsula / Malay Peninsula Malay Archipelago / Mekong River Humid Tropical Climate

Ch 29, Sec. 1

TUESDAYMay 10

1A,1B,2A, 2B,4B,4C, 15A,15B, 15D,21B, 22A,22D

History and Culture Khmer Empire Colonial Rule and Independence Vietnam and Cambodia

Ch 29, Sec. 2

WEDNESDAYMay 11

2B,4B,4F, 5A,6B,6C, 7A,7B,11D15B,15F, 21B,21C,

Mainland Southeast Asia Today Rural vs. Urban Life Myanmar and Thailand The Countries of Indochina

Ch 29, Sec. 3

THURSDAYMay 12

3A,3B,3C, 5A,5B,5C, 6B,7A,15B15D,15E, 15F,18A, 21B,21C, 22D

Inland Southeast Asia Today Resources; skilled labor force Ethnic Conflicts Environmental Challenges

Ch 29, Sec 4

FRIDAYMay 13


TEKS Descriptor

4B identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for patterns of population in places and regions; 4C explain ways in which human migration influences the character of places and regions ; 5A identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for the location of economic activities in places and regions; 5B identify geographic factors . . . that influence a society’s ability to control territory; 5C explain the impact of geographic factors on economic development and the domestic and foreign policies of societies; 7C describe ways in which technology influences human interactions with the environment; 11D review the record of human rights abuses of limited or unlimited governments; 15D analyze the experiences and evaluate the contributions of diverse groups to multicultural societies; 15E analyze the similarities and differences among various world societies; 15F identify and explain examples of conflict and cooperation between and among cultures; 18A explain the relationships that exist between societies and their architecture, art, music, and literature; 22B incorporate main and supporting ideas in verbal and written communication based on research

COMMENTS

ELPS 2C,2I,3D,3F,4F,4G CCRS IA,IB,IC,IIA,IIB


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MONDAYMay 16

1A, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 3C, 4B, 4C, 4D, 4F, 5A, 6A, 6B, 7A, 7B, 15B,

The Pacific Realm: Australia and New Zealand Great Barrier Reef Desert / Steppe Climates New Zealand: North Island/South Island

Ch 30, Sec. 1

TUESDAYMay 17

1A,2A,2B, 3A,3B,3C, 4B,4C,4D

Australia and New Zealand: History and Culture Human Migration Aborigines / Maori / Europeans Parliamentary Democracies

Ch 30, Sec. 1

WEDNESDAYMay 18

1A,1B,3A, 3B,3C,4C, 4F,6A,7B, 15D,21B, 21C, 22A

The Pacific Islands Mirconesia, Melanesia, Polynesia High Islands, Low Islands; atoll Ancient ancestors; European influences Developing Economies

Ch 30, Sec. 2

THURSDAYMay 19

1A,1B,2A, 2B,3A,3B, 4D,7B,21B, 21C,22A, 22D

Antarctica Ice shelf; icebergs Antarctic Peninsula; polar deserts Early explorations Scientific research and the environment

Ch 30, Sec. 3

FRIDAYMay 20


TEKS Descriptor 3C compare various world regions and countries using data from geographic tools, including maps, graphs, charts, databases, and models; 4B identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for patterns of population in places and regions; 4C explain ways in which human migration influences the character of places and regions; 5A identify and explain the geographic factors responsible for the location of economic activities in places and regions; 6A describe and explain the effects of physical environmental processes . . . on Earth’s surface; 6B identify the location of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources; 7A identify and analyze ways people have adapted to the physical environment in various places and regions; 7B identify and analyze ways people have modified the physical environment; 15D analyze the experiences and evaluate the contributions of diverse groups to multicultural societies; 15E analyze the similarities and differences among various world societies; 16A identify institutions basic to all societies, including government, economic, educational, and religious institutions; 16B compare characteristics of institutions in various contemporary societies

COMMENTS



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MONDAYMay 23

Review for Finals

TUESDAYMay 24

Review for Finals

WEDNESDAYMay 25

Review for Finals

THURSDAYMay 26

Review for Finals

FRIDAYMay 27

Review for Finals

TEKS Descriptor

COMMENTS

ELPS CCRS


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MONDAYMay 30

Finals

TUESDAYMay 31

Finals

WEDNESDAYJune 1

Finals

THURSDAYJune 2

Last Class Day

FRIDAYJune 3

Teacher Preparation Day

TEKS Descriptor

COMMENTS

ELPS CCRS

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