WHAP ­ Summer of 2016 Reading Assignment Welcome to WHAP! Congratulations on your decision to take up the challenge of Advanced Placement World History in your upcoming sophomore year here at Health Careers High School! This course is a rigorous, fast­paced college­level history course that covers 10,000 years of human development and civilization. The structure and expectations of this course are designed to prepare you for the challenges of college and life; you can earn college credit by scoring a 3 or higher on the AP Exam in May, but this course will also teach you how to read and write critically. While this course is challenging, persistence, hard work, and consistent effort will pay off in great rewards in school and life. There is a dual purpose in our completing a summer assignment: it is a test of your seriousness and commitment to the course at the same time it gives you a critical head start in understanding the scope and themes of the course. Summer Reading: Part of the requirements of this course is the completion of a summer reading assignment between now and the start of the 2016­17 school year. While summer is a time of relaxation, renewal, and fun, it is also critical that we get a head start on the course due to its scope and complexity. This year’s summer reading assignment is a choice between A History of the World in 6 Glasses, or An Edible History of Humanity, both written by Tom Standage. Please choose ONE of the books to read, then complete the assignment. You are welcome to read both books, but you only need to complete one reading assignment. Due Date: Your completed reading assignment is due no later than the first Friday of the school year, August 26th. You will be submitting your completed assignment via Google Classroom. Please make sure you join the Google Classroom over the summer for any updates or additional information about the course as well as to be able to submit your assignment on time. If you have trouble with getting onto Google Classroom, please email me at anne.calonico@nisd.net

Google Classroom Code: 46galj Book Information Both books can be found on Amazon.com or through your local bookstore. It is recommended that you order your book as soon as possible to guarantee that you have it in order to complete your assignment on time. You can, of course, borrow the book from the local library, but it is recommended that you have your own copy.

Standage, Tom. A History of the World in 6 Glasses. 2006. Standage, Tom. An Edible History of Humanity. 2009.

In A History of the World in 6 Glasses, Standage explores the interaction between human cultural, economic and political development through the lens of six beverages that have influenced human history. This book is widely used by other AP World History teachers around the country as a way for students to be introduced to the class and its major concepts. In An Edible History of Humanity, Standage used food and human relationships to food as a way to examine our cultural, political, economic, and social progress throughout history. Please discuss your reading options with your parents and decide which book is right for you. Please note that these books do not necessarily reflect the views of the teacher or campus and should not be construed as an endorsement of alcoholic beverages and their use.

Assignment: To begin your assignment, decide which of the two books you are going to read. You will need to read ALL of whichever book you choose, but don’t worry, they are both interesting reads that will hopefully interest and engage you. Both books have the same general assignment, which is outlined below.

1. Read, do NOT skim the book you have chosen. Skimming will NOT give you a clear understanding of the material and will make it very difficult for you to do well on this assignment.

2. Responses should always be in paragraph form (at least 5 sentences to a paragraph), use complete sentences, correct grammar and spelling, use a 12­point font with 1­inch margins, and be double­spaced. Please provide a heading that corresponds to the section of the book to which you are responding.

3. Follow the directions below to complete your summer assignment. Be sure to read through the information on the Course Themes.

4. Please understand that the purpose of this assignment is to introduce your brain to the Course Themes of WHAP and start you thinking like a historian. In no way is it appropriate for you to work with another student on this assignment. You are being asked to express your OWN thoughts and ideas. Any suggestions of academic misconduct, which includes cheating, copying, or plagiarism ­ intentional or otherwise ­ will be dealt with in accordance with district and campus policy.

Introduction:

1. Read through the Introduction and briefly (2­3 sentences) summarize the argument or thesis of the book. In other words, explain in your own words what the author is going to try to prove to you as you read the book.

2. Provide an initial reaction to the author’s argument. In other words, explain in your own words whether or not you agree with the argument. Be sure to provide explanation to support your reaction. Don’t just say you agree or disagree, explain why you feel the way you do.

Overall, this section should be no more than 1 paragraph in length. Book Sections:

1. For EACH section of your book (there are six big sections in each book), you will do the following: a. Choose at least ONE of our Course Themes that you believe are reflected in the section. b. Clearly explain how the section connects to that course theme in no less than two paragraphs (remember,

a paragraph is at least 5 sentences in length). Provide specific examples from the section to support your analysis, but you are NOT allowed to quote from the book. Everything must be in your own words.

c. Write a one­paragraph reflection for EACH section. In this reflection, address the following: i. What are your thoughts, reactions, or feelings about what you are reading and learning? ii. How does this new information connect to what you already know or your own personal

experiences? iii. Do you agree or disagree with the author’s argument? Why or why not?

2. Make sure you provide a clear heading for each section response that corresponds to the section you are discussing.

3. Write like a historian when you are discussing the Course Themes ­ what this means is that you do not use I, me, or my in any of your discussions of the Course Themes. It is acceptable to use I, me, and my in your personal reflections because you are being asked about your own thoughts and opinions, but for the Course Themes section you are being asked to think and write like a historian.

Overall, EACH section of the book should have at least 3 paragraphs of discussion ­ 2 for the Course Themes and

1 for your reflection. Epilogue:

1. Read the Epilogue and respond briefly (1 paragraph) to Standage’s final argument. Do you agree or disagree with what he has to say? Why or why not? Be sure to summarize the argument in your own words.

Final Reflection:

1. In a 1­2 paragraph response, explain your overall thoughts and reaction to the book. a. Did you like it or dislike it? Why? b. Do you think it gave a good overview of human history through its chosen focus? Explain.

Course Themes The Course Themes listed below are how we structure our study of world history. We will be using these themes throughout the coming year and it is important for you to familiarize yourself with them this summer. These Course Themes are the ones that you are being asked to connect to the sections in your chosen book. Look over the Themes and the terms and concepts that correspond to them. If you have any questions about the Course Themes, please do not hesitate to contact me.

1. Interaction Between Humans and the Environment a. Terms/Concepts:

i. Demography and Disease ii. Migration iii. Patterns of Settlement iv. Technology

2. Development and Interaction of Cultures a. Terms/Concepts:

i. Religions ii. Belief Systems/Philosophies/Ideologies iii. Science and Technology iv. Art and Architecture

3. State Building, Expansion, and Conflict a. Terms/Concepts:

i. Political Structures and Forms of Governance ii. Empires iii. Nations and Nationalism iv. Revolts and Revolutions v. Regional/Transregional/Global Structures and Organizations

4. Creation, Expansion, and Interaction of Economic Systems a. Terms/Concepts:

i. Agricultural and Pastoral Production ii. Trade and Commerce iii. Labor Systems iv. Industrialization v. Capitalism and Socialism

5. Development and Transformation of Social Structures a. Terms/Concepts:

i. Gender Roles and Relations ii. Family and Kinship iii. Racial and Ethnic Constructions iv. Social and Economic Classes

Contact Information: If you have any questions before the school year ends, you can stop by room 206 to talk to me. If you have any questions this summer, please email me at the following: anne.calonico@nisd.net