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NewtonWeek of 9/16/13
6 Grade Chapter Title Pages Lesson #; Title Goals/Obj
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Introduction
Monday 2 Studying Geog, Econ, and Civics 40-41 2 Economics SWDK the economic principles inflation and recession; and traditional and command economies SWBA to describe what govt. policies will help prevent inflation and recession OTO ImageHunter Gatherer Society 1 Notes on content vocabulary 40-41 2 OTO Graphbusiness cycle 3 Inforgraphic pg. 41
Tuesday Constitution Day N/A Constitution Lesson SWDK of the definition and importance of the Constitution SWBA to define federalism and analyze the importance the our Republican form of government Barney Fifes Preamble to the Constitution 1 Read Patrick Henrys Give me Liberty or death speech 2 Read Democracy or a Republic? 3 5 principles of gov. 4 Living doc or original understanding? Close and Reflect
Wednesday 2 Studying Geog, Econ, and Civics 42-43 2 Economics SWDK of Imports and Exports SWBA to show the importance of trade surpluses and explain the trade deficit the US is experiencing.
Thursday 2 Studying Geog, Econ, and Civics 44-45 3 Civics SWDK of the 3 branches of government and their roles SWBA to compare the US gov to others and explain its superiority
Friday 2 Studying Geog, Econ, and Civics 45-46 3 Civics SWDK of the rights and responsibilities as citizens SWBA to explain the relationship between the rights and responsibilities of citizens
Engage Activity
Activities
CA recently allowed illegals to have licenses. Good idea or bad? 1 Guided Reading pg 2 2 OTO Video-Citizenship
Closing
Checkpoint
In which type of economy are all economic decisions made by the government? N/A
Homework
Why is it important that we remember that our constitution should be understood in its original context and that we are a republic? Be a student of the Constitution for the rest or your life!
Discuss: Which branch is the most powerful? Any? What is federal gov? separation of powers?
Why is it important to be a good citizen? What rights to citizens have? What responsibilities?
N/A
Student work on a worksheet or handout started in class, but might have to be finished at home. OTO: Online Teaching Option (resources I use from online)
Monday 15 African Civ 440-441 Culture In Africa 3 African Society and Culture SWDK of African art, music, dance, and storytelling SWBA to create a
Tuesday Constitution Day N/A Constitution Lesson SWDK of the definition and importance of the Constitution SWBA to define federalism and analyze the importance the our Republican form of government Barney Fifes Preamble to the Constitution 1 Read Patrick Henrys Give me Liberty or death speech 2 Read Democracy or a Republic? 3 5 principles of gov. 4 Living doc or original understanding?
Wednesday 15 African Civ 445-446 Assessment Practice Chapter Review SWDK of chapter 15
Friday 15 African Civ 442-443 Lesson Supplemental Water Rights in Africa SWDK of water issues in Africa. SWBA to analyze water issues, describe pros and cons of each side of debate and choose which side they agree with. Intro to Water 1 Read Yes and No opinions 2 List pros and cons of each opinion.
Chapter 15 Test
Introduction Activities
Grade Study Guide Lesson 3 Review chapter with Jeopardy style game.
Test
Closing Checkpoint
Write a short story in the style of Anasi the spider What elements of African Art music, and storytelling have come to America?
Questions? Why is it important that we remember that our constitution should be understood in its original context and that we are a republic? Be a student of the Constitution for the rest or your life! Questions?
Answer questions pg 443 What does the author mean when he says that Water is a human right.
Homework
Questions pg 443
Student work on a worksheet or handout started in class, but might have to be finished at home. OTO: Online Teaching Option (resources I use from online)
Monday 5 The Spirit of Independence 126-127 Discussion: Should colonists declare independence?
SWDK of the issues involved with making the decision to declare independence from Britain. SWBA to discuss both side of the declaring independence issue.
Goals/Obj
SWDK of the definition and importance of the Constitution SWBA to define federalism and analyze the importance the our Republican form of government
Introduction
Barney Fifes Preamble to the Constitution 1 Read Patrick Henrys Give me Liberty or death speech 2 Read Democracy or a Republic? 3 5 principles of gov. 4 Living doc or original understanding?
Activities
Discuss: The decision for Independence came only after all other options had been exhausted. 1 Guided Reading: Lesson 4 2 OTO Lesson Presentation
Remind students of historical background of DOI. Complete Engage activity. 1 Reading Skills 2 Critical thinking skills
Test
Closing
Test
Checkpoint
Test
Homework
N/A
Write a newspaper article from the perspective of a patriot describing the passage of the DOI
Student work on a worksheet or handout started in class, but might have to be finished at home. OTO: Online Teaching Option (resources I use from online)
Monday 2 Spread of Civ 29-30 Israelites 2 Eastern Med. Peoples SWDK of Israelites and Judaism SWBA to summarize Israelite history and describe Jewish beliefs
Tuesday Constitution Day N/A Constitution Lesson SWDK of the definition and importance of the Constitution SWBA to define federalism and analyze the importance the our Republican form of government Barney Fifes Preamble to the Constitution 1 Read Patrick Henrys Give me Liberty or death speech 2 Read Democracy or a Republic? 3 5 principles of gov. 4 Living doc or original understanding?
Tuesday 2 Spread of Civ 32-35 Indus Valley Civ 3 Indus Valley Civ SWDK of the impact of geography on India. The early history of India SWBA to describe the trade industry.
Wednesday 2 Spread of Civ 36-38 The Shang Dynasty 4 Rise of China SWDK of the impact of geography on China; the Shang Dynasty SWBA to describe the dynastic cycle
Thursday 2 Spread of Civ 38-40 The Zhou Dynasty 4 Rise of China SWDK of the Zhou Dynasty SWBA to list what contributed to the success and longevity of Zhou Dynasty.
Introduction Activities
Genesis 12: Introduce Abraham 1 Ancient Israelite History: Mesopotamia, Palestine, Egypt, Palestine, Babylon, Persia, and Palestine
Engage activity 1 OTO VideoAncient Chinese Civ 2 OTO MapChinas Geography and Climate 3 Shang Dynasty Bronze Art
Review Shang Dynasty 1 OTO Whiteboard activityDynastic cycle 2 Critical Thinking Skills pg. 39
Closing
Checkpoint
What spiritual or historical claims does Israel have on Palestine? Who is Abraham, Moses, and King David
Closing Activity
Closing Activity
Homework
Why is it important that we remember that our constitution should be understood in its original context and that we are a republic? Be a student of the Constitution for the rest or your life!
Define Dynasty
Student work on a worksheet or handout started in class, but might have to be finished at home. OTO: Online Teaching Option (resources I use from online)