We have spent a lot of time studying ancient Egypt, and YOU have spent a lot of time and energy completing assignments inside and outside of class to increase your understanding of the concepts. So this is what we have done, which are all resources that you can use to study for the test.
1. Foldable
2. Graphic Organizers
3. Ancient Egypt Map
4. Film Notes
5. Chapter 3 section 1, 2, 3, and 4 Assessments
6. Power Point Notes
If you have followed my instructions and recommendations, your foldable should have vocabulary lists, graphic organizer information, and section reviews and assessments (total of 4). There should be a map on the front cover of your foldable, and a minimum of 4 pictures/diagrams on the very back. If you have organized your foldable in this order, all that you should need to have in front of you when you study is your foldable, ancient Egypt map, and your power point notes.
The power point notes are basically the best example of what will be on the test, so if you know that information inside and out, you should do fine on the test.
You must be prepared to take the test. Don’t rely on using your foldable to complete the entire test. I will only allow you to use your foldable the last 5 minutes of the test. Many of you may not need to use it, but know that it is there to help you.
The test will be a written one, so when you are studying know that you are going to have to show me in writing that you understand the concepts that I am testing you on. I will provide you with pictures, writing prompts and key terms. You must then explain the relationship between the key words, photograph, and concept. Good luck studying, and remember be confident and be prepared!!!
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Sunday, October 24, 2010
Chp. 3, Sec. 3 & 4 Homework Q's and Answers
Section 3 - Ancient Egyptian Culture
2. What was the source of Nubia's weatlh?
3. What were some examples of the major achievements of ancient Egyptian culture?
4. What are some examples of ancient Egypt's scientific knowledge?
5. Compare and Contrast the Middle Kingdom and the New Kingdom.
Answers:
2. Gold
3. The pyramids, the temples at Karnak and in Nubia; a new realistic style of art, mythology, and hieroglyphics (ancient writing).
4. Astronomy (Study of the stars and planets), mathematics, pyramid engineering (building), and medicine
5. Pharaohs had a lot of power, successful trading networks within and outside of empire. Also, the New Kingdom was a stronger empire than the Middle Kingdom.
Section 4 - Nubia and Kush
2. Why did Kush move its capital to Meroe?
3. What were some characteristics of the Nubian civilization?
4. How did trade affect the lives of the people of ancient Nubia?
5. Why did Piye make the decision to invade Egypt?
Answers:
2. To better protect itself from Egyptian attacks
3. Like Egypt, Nubia was divided into upper and lower regions. It also devloped cities, trade, and a government run by kings. Last, they had complicated religious beliefs.
4. For centuries, Nubians were active traders, making many Nubians wealthy.
5. He recognized that the Egyptians had become weak enough to conquer.
2. What was the source of Nubia's weatlh?
3. What were some examples of the major achievements of ancient Egyptian culture?
4. What are some examples of ancient Egypt's scientific knowledge?
5. Compare and Contrast the Middle Kingdom and the New Kingdom.
Answers:
2. Gold
3. The pyramids, the temples at Karnak and in Nubia; a new realistic style of art, mythology, and hieroglyphics (ancient writing).
4. Astronomy (Study of the stars and planets), mathematics, pyramid engineering (building), and medicine
5. Pharaohs had a lot of power, successful trading networks within and outside of empire. Also, the New Kingdom was a stronger empire than the Middle Kingdom.
Section 4 - Nubia and Kush
2. Why did Kush move its capital to Meroe?
3. What were some characteristics of the Nubian civilization?
4. How did trade affect the lives of the people of ancient Nubia?
5. Why did Piye make the decision to invade Egypt?
Answers:
2. To better protect itself from Egyptian attacks
3. Like Egypt, Nubia was divided into upper and lower regions. It also devloped cities, trade, and a government run by kings. Last, they had complicated religious beliefs.
4. For centuries, Nubians were active traders, making many Nubians wealthy.
5. He recognized that the Egyptians had become weak enough to conquer.
October 24-28 Schedule
Universal American School, Middle School
Weekly Assignment Schedule
from October 24, 2010 to October 28, 2010
Holmes Social Studies 6th
Sunday,
10/24
• Receive weekly schedule (you need to get it signed each day by your parents
• Chp. 3, Sec. 1 & 2 Quiz – Open Notes
• Review Sec. 3 – “Ancient Egyptian Culture” (Graphic Organizer)
• Receive HW from Sections 3 & 4
1. Correct any incorrect answers by going to the website
Homework:
- Correct Sec. 3 & 4 HW mistakes by going on the website and viewing
- work on Foldable: Section 3 Only
Monday,
10/25
• Map Skills Day
1. Begin in Class and Complete at home
Homework:
- Complete Map at home. It is not due until Wednesday
- Correct or complete any assignments from Chp. 3 – This could be Section Assessments, Foldable Project, and the Map
Tuesday,
10/26
• Review Sec. 4 – “Nubia and Kush” (Graphic Organizer)
• Watch Films highlighting concepts from Chp. 3
Homework:
- Complete Map that you started on Monday and turn-in tomorrow
Wednesday,
10/27
• Current Event Workshop!!!
• Power Point for Chp. 3
Homework:
- No Homework if you are caught up on homework and Foldable Independent Study
Thursday,
10/28
• Egyptian Jeopardy!!!
Homework:
- Study for Chp. 3 Test, which will be on Monday
The Key to Success and Doing Well on Tests:
1. Come to Class and Participate
2. Spend Time Each Night Going over the homework. This is called studying. You shouldn’t need to spend that much time doing so. The point is to do it and do it consistently.
3. Get Your Parents Involved – Have Them Quiz You.
4. Come to class confident and come prepared to demonstrate that you understand the content on test day.
Homework Stamp Key:
A – “Super Star”
B – “Great Work”
C – “Well Done”
D – STAR
F – “Unhappy Face”
If you do not write questions before answering them the maximum grade I will give you is a
C – “Well Done.” This is avoidable, meaning write the questions
NOTE TO PARENTS/STUDENTS:
IF AT ANYTIME YOU FEEL LIKE YOU CANNOT GET THE HOMEWORK DONE BECAUSE OF OTHER COURSE RESPONSIBILITIES, PUT THE SOCIAL STUDIES ASSIGNMENTS ON HOLD, AND CONCENTRATE ON WHAT IS MOST IMPORTANT OR TAKE A BREAK. YOU CAN ALWAYS CATCH UP ON WORK ASSIGNED BEFORE THE TWO WEEK STUDY OF THE CHAPTER ENDS, AT WHICH TIME I WILL COLLECT GRADED AS WELL AS LATE WORK. WORK THAT IS TURNED IN ON TIME WILL EARN YOU 100%. LATE WORK WILL EARN YOU A 75%, AND IF YOU DON’T TURN YOUR WORK IN AT ALL YOU WILL RECEIVE A 50%.
Email: uas6holmes@hotmail.com
Website: http://uassocialstudies.blogspot.com/
Standards:
[6]SSSM-7.3 Organize information using outlines and graphic organizers
[6]SSH-1.4 Compare the geographic, political, economic and social characteristics of the river civilizations in Nile River Valley
• Location
• Government
• Religion
• Agriculture
• Cultural and scientific contributions
[6]SSPS-2.1 Compare the cultural practices and products of the societies studied including:
• Class structure
• Gender roles
• Beliefs
• Customs and traditions
Chapter 3 Objectives: The Nile River Valley –
The ancient Egyptians developed a great civilization on the banks of the Nile River. After 3100 B.C. a unified Egypt enjoyed a period of prosperity. Egyptians build great stone monuments, such as the pyramids, developed a system of writing, and traded with neighbors such as Kush.
Section 1 – The Gift of the Nile
• Describe the Nile River, the geographical area through which it runs, and the effects of its floods on ancient farms in the region
• Explain how the people of Egypt used the Nile River to develop a rich agriculture
Section 2 – The Kingdoms of Egypt
• Explain how ancient Egypt was unified
• Analyze the workings of government and the importance of religion in Egypt
• Describe the structure and purpose of the pyramids
• Explain the hieroglyphics, the Egyptian system of writing
Section 3 – Ancient Egyptian Culture
• Describe the changes that came to Egypt during the years of the Middle and New kingdoms
• Identify how Egypt prospered and became an empire during the New Kingdom
• Analyze how Egyptian ideas and skills spread even as the kingdom declined
Section 4 – Nubia and Kush
• Describe the geographical location of Nubia and explain how it was divided into two regions
• Explain how Nubia and Kush developed and grew wealthy
• Analyze the political and social structure of Kush and trace its history in relationship to Egypt
Assessment (Tests/Quizzes) Dates (These Dates May/Can be changed at any point) and pop quizzes will be given with no notice if necessary The following will be assessed:
1. Map Skills/Geography
2. Concepts from the Graphic Organizers (Class Notes)
3. Homework/Independent Practice Activities
4. Films
5. Vocabulary
*** Each section that I cover includes a set of objectives (learning goals) that you can view above. Many of the questions on the test will connect to these learning goals. Therefore, you can get an idea of what will be on the test.
Sunday, October 24 Chapter 3: Section 1 and 2 Quiz – Open Notes
Monday, November 1 Chapter 3: Test
Weekly Assignment Schedule
from October 24, 2010 to October 28, 2010
Holmes Social Studies 6th
Sunday,
10/24
• Receive weekly schedule (you need to get it signed each day by your parents
• Chp. 3, Sec. 1 & 2 Quiz – Open Notes
• Review Sec. 3 – “Ancient Egyptian Culture” (Graphic Organizer)
• Receive HW from Sections 3 & 4
1. Correct any incorrect answers by going to the website
Homework:
- Correct Sec. 3 & 4 HW mistakes by going on the website and viewing
- work on Foldable: Section 3 Only
Monday,
10/25
• Map Skills Day
1. Begin in Class and Complete at home
Homework:
- Complete Map at home. It is not due until Wednesday
- Correct or complete any assignments from Chp. 3 – This could be Section Assessments, Foldable Project, and the Map
Tuesday,
10/26
• Review Sec. 4 – “Nubia and Kush” (Graphic Organizer)
• Watch Films highlighting concepts from Chp. 3
Homework:
- Complete Map that you started on Monday and turn-in tomorrow
Wednesday,
10/27
• Current Event Workshop!!!
• Power Point for Chp. 3
Homework:
- No Homework if you are caught up on homework and Foldable Independent Study
Thursday,
10/28
• Egyptian Jeopardy!!!
Homework:
- Study for Chp. 3 Test, which will be on Monday
The Key to Success and Doing Well on Tests:
1. Come to Class and Participate
2. Spend Time Each Night Going over the homework. This is called studying. You shouldn’t need to spend that much time doing so. The point is to do it and do it consistently.
3. Get Your Parents Involved – Have Them Quiz You.
4. Come to class confident and come prepared to demonstrate that you understand the content on test day.
Homework Stamp Key:
A – “Super Star”
B – “Great Work”
C – “Well Done”
D – STAR
F – “Unhappy Face”
If you do not write questions before answering them the maximum grade I will give you is a
C – “Well Done.” This is avoidable, meaning write the questions
NOTE TO PARENTS/STUDENTS:
IF AT ANYTIME YOU FEEL LIKE YOU CANNOT GET THE HOMEWORK DONE BECAUSE OF OTHER COURSE RESPONSIBILITIES, PUT THE SOCIAL STUDIES ASSIGNMENTS ON HOLD, AND CONCENTRATE ON WHAT IS MOST IMPORTANT OR TAKE A BREAK. YOU CAN ALWAYS CATCH UP ON WORK ASSIGNED BEFORE THE TWO WEEK STUDY OF THE CHAPTER ENDS, AT WHICH TIME I WILL COLLECT GRADED AS WELL AS LATE WORK. WORK THAT IS TURNED IN ON TIME WILL EARN YOU 100%. LATE WORK WILL EARN YOU A 75%, AND IF YOU DON’T TURN YOUR WORK IN AT ALL YOU WILL RECEIVE A 50%.
Email: uas6holmes@hotmail.com
Website: http://uassocialstudies.blogspot.com/
Standards:
[6]SSSM-7.3 Organize information using outlines and graphic organizers
[6]SSH-1.4 Compare the geographic, political, economic and social characteristics of the river civilizations in Nile River Valley
• Location
• Government
• Religion
• Agriculture
• Cultural and scientific contributions
[6]SSPS-2.1 Compare the cultural practices and products of the societies studied including:
• Class structure
• Gender roles
• Beliefs
• Customs and traditions
Chapter 3 Objectives: The Nile River Valley –
The ancient Egyptians developed a great civilization on the banks of the Nile River. After 3100 B.C. a unified Egypt enjoyed a period of prosperity. Egyptians build great stone monuments, such as the pyramids, developed a system of writing, and traded with neighbors such as Kush.
Section 1 – The Gift of the Nile
• Describe the Nile River, the geographical area through which it runs, and the effects of its floods on ancient farms in the region
• Explain how the people of Egypt used the Nile River to develop a rich agriculture
Section 2 – The Kingdoms of Egypt
• Explain how ancient Egypt was unified
• Analyze the workings of government and the importance of religion in Egypt
• Describe the structure and purpose of the pyramids
• Explain the hieroglyphics, the Egyptian system of writing
Section 3 – Ancient Egyptian Culture
• Describe the changes that came to Egypt during the years of the Middle and New kingdoms
• Identify how Egypt prospered and became an empire during the New Kingdom
• Analyze how Egyptian ideas and skills spread even as the kingdom declined
Section 4 – Nubia and Kush
• Describe the geographical location of Nubia and explain how it was divided into two regions
• Explain how Nubia and Kush developed and grew wealthy
• Analyze the political and social structure of Kush and trace its history in relationship to Egypt
Assessment (Tests/Quizzes) Dates (These Dates May/Can be changed at any point) and pop quizzes will be given with no notice if necessary The following will be assessed:
1. Map Skills/Geography
2. Concepts from the Graphic Organizers (Class Notes)
3. Homework/Independent Practice Activities
4. Films
5. Vocabulary
*** Each section that I cover includes a set of objectives (learning goals) that you can view above. Many of the questions on the test will connect to these learning goals. Therefore, you can get an idea of what will be on the test.
Sunday, October 24 Chapter 3: Section 1 and 2 Quiz – Open Notes
Monday, November 1 Chapter 3: Test
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Chp. 3, Sec. 1 & 2 HW Help
Sec. 1 - The Gift of the Nile
2) What happened if the annual floods were too great or too small?
Too much water meant villages were destroyed and farm animals drowned. Too little water meant crops would not grow well.
3) Why did life for the people of Egypt depend on the Nile?
The Nile's floods made growing food possible.
4) What technology did Egyptian farmers use to get water from the Nile to their fields?
A shadoof was used to lift water over the riverbank and into an irrigation canal.
5) How did Egyptians solve the problem of irrigating crops during the dry season?
They dug canals and used shadoofs to lift water into them.
Sec. 2 - The Kingdoms of Egypt
2) What part did Egyptian scribes play in government and trade?
Scribes wrote letters and kept accurate written records of taxes and contracts.
3) What were the major achievements of ancient Egypt during the Old Kingdom?
The Old Kingdom was the start of a long lasting and powerful civilization. Also during this time, large stone monuments were created.
4) What role did the Pharaoh play in Egypt's religion?
Egyptians believed he was given his power by the sun god, and was given the responsibility of ruling his people for god.
5) How did Champollion solve the problem or deciphering ancient Egyptian writing?
He compared the hieroglyphics with the Greek writing on the Rosetta Stone and found that the Greek was a translation of the hieroglyphics.
2) What happened if the annual floods were too great or too small?
Too much water meant villages were destroyed and farm animals drowned. Too little water meant crops would not grow well.
3) Why did life for the people of Egypt depend on the Nile?
The Nile's floods made growing food possible.
4) What technology did Egyptian farmers use to get water from the Nile to their fields?
A shadoof was used to lift water over the riverbank and into an irrigation canal.
5) How did Egyptians solve the problem of irrigating crops during the dry season?
They dug canals and used shadoofs to lift water into them.
Sec. 2 - The Kingdoms of Egypt
2) What part did Egyptian scribes play in government and trade?
Scribes wrote letters and kept accurate written records of taxes and contracts.
3) What were the major achievements of ancient Egypt during the Old Kingdom?
The Old Kingdom was the start of a long lasting and powerful civilization. Also during this time, large stone monuments were created.
4) What role did the Pharaoh play in Egypt's religion?
Egyptians believed he was given his power by the sun god, and was given the responsibility of ruling his people for god.
5) How did Champollion solve the problem or deciphering ancient Egyptian writing?
He compared the hieroglyphics with the Greek writing on the Rosetta Stone and found that the Greek was a translation of the hieroglyphics.
Saturday, October 16, 2010
October 17-21 Schedule
Universal American School, Middle School
Weekly Assignment Schedule
from October 17, 2010 to October 21, 2010
Holmes Social Studies 6th
Sunday,
10/17
• Receive weekly schedule (you need to get it signed each day by your parents - for a grade)
• Complete graphic organizers for Sec. 1 & 2
• Receive graded HW
• Review Chp. 3 Foldable Instructions
Homework:
- Complete/Correct Sec. 1 & 2 HW mistakes by going on the website and viewing
- Begin working on Foldable: “Independent Study”
Monday,
10/18
• Receive grade slips, which your parent(s) need to sign
• Ancient Egypt Workshop
1. Map
2. King’s Crown
3. Mummification
4. Hieroglyphics
5. Building a Pyramid
Homework:
- Read Sec. 3 and answer end of section Questions. Make sure to write questions before answering
- Continue working on “Independent Study”
Tuesday,
10/19
• Take Quiz (open notes)
• Review Sec. 3 using graphic organizer
Homework:
- Read Sec. 4 and answer end of section questions. Make sure you write questions before answering
- Continue working on “Independent Study”
Wednesday,
10/20
• Current Event Workshop!!! (Sections 6-3, 6-4, and 6-5)
• Field Trip for 6-1 and 6-2
• Catch up on Graphic Organizer for Sec. 3
Homework:
- No Homework if you are caught up on homework and Foldable Independent Study
Thursday,
10/21
• Map Skills Day
• Receive Graded HW
Homework:
- Make corrections to HW if needed and update Foldable
The Key to Success and Doing Well on Tests:
1. Come to Class and Participate
2. Spend Time Each Night Going over the homework. This is called studying. You shouldn’t need to spend that much time doing so. The point is to do it and do it consistently.
3. Get Your Parents Involved – Have Them Quiz You.
4. Come to class confident and come prepared to demonstrate that you understand the content on test day.
Homework Stamp Key:
A – “Super Star”
B – “Great Work”
C – “Well Done”
D – STAR
F – “Please Correct”
If you do not write questions before answering them the maximum grade I will give you is a
C – “Well Done.” This is avoidable, meaning write the questions
NOTE TO PARENTS/STUDENTS:
IF AT ANYTIME YOU FEEL LIKE YOU CANNOT GET THE HOMEWORK DONE BECAUSE OF OTHER COURSE RESPONSIBILITIES, PUT THE SOCIAL STUDIES ASSIGNMENTS ON HOLD, AND CONCENTRATE ON WHAT IS MOST IMPORTANT OR TAKE A BREAK. YOU CAN ALWAYS CATCH UP ON WORK ASSIGNED BEFORE THE TWO WEEK STUDY OF THE CHAPTER ENDS, AT WHICH TIME I WILL COLLECT GRADED AS WELL AS LATE WORK. WORK THAT IS TURNED IN ON TIME WILL EARN YOU 100%. LATE WORK WILL EARN YOU A 75%, AND IF YOU DON’T TURN YOUR WORK IN AT ALL YOU WILL RECEIVE A 50%.
Email: uas6holmes@hotmail.com
Website: http://uassocialstudies.blogspot.com/
Standards:
[6]SSSM-7.3 Organize information using outlines and graphic organizers
[6]SSH-1.4 Compare the geographic, political, economic and social characteristics of the river civilizations in Nile River Valley
• Location
• Government
• Religion
• Agriculture
• Cultural and scientific contributions
[6]SSPS-2.1 Compare the cultural practices and products of the societies studied including:
• Class structure
• Gender roles
• Beliefs
• Customs and traditions
Chapter 3 Objectives: The Nile River Valley –
The ancient Egyptians developed a great civilization on the banks of the Nile River. After 3100 B.C. a unified Egypt enjoyed a period of prosperity. Egyptians build great stone monuments, such as the pyramids, developed a system of writing, and traded with neighbors such as Kush.
Section 1 – The Gift of the Nile
• Describe the Nile River, the geographical area through which it runs, and the effects of its floods on ancient farms in the region
• Explain how the people of Egypt used the Nile River to develop a rich agriculture
Section 2 – The Kingdoms of Egypt
• Explain how ancient Egypt was unified
• Analyze the workings of government and the importance of religion in Egypt
• Describe the structure and purpose of the pyramids
• Explain the hieroglyphics, the Egyptian system of writing
Section 3 – Ancient Egyptian Culture
• Describe the changes that came to Egypt during the years of the Middle and New kingdoms
• Identify how Egypt prospered and became an empire during the New Kingdom
• Analyze how Egyptian ideas and skills spread even as the kingdom declined
Section 4 – Nubia and Kush
• Describe the geographical location of Nubia and explain how it was divided into two regions
• Explain how Nubia and Kush developed and grew wealthy
• Analyze the political and social structure of Kush and trace its history in relationship to Egypt
Assessment (Tests/Quizzes) Dates (These Dates May/Can be changed at any point) and pop quizzes will be given with no notice if necessary The following will be assessed:
Tuesday, October 19 Chapter 3: Section 1 and 2 Quiz – Open Notes
Weekly Assignment Schedule
from October 17, 2010 to October 21, 2010
Holmes Social Studies 6th
Sunday,
10/17
• Receive weekly schedule (you need to get it signed each day by your parents - for a grade)
• Complete graphic organizers for Sec. 1 & 2
• Receive graded HW
• Review Chp. 3 Foldable Instructions
Homework:
- Complete/Correct Sec. 1 & 2 HW mistakes by going on the website and viewing
- Begin working on Foldable: “Independent Study”
Monday,
10/18
• Receive grade slips, which your parent(s) need to sign
• Ancient Egypt Workshop
1. Map
2. King’s Crown
3. Mummification
4. Hieroglyphics
5. Building a Pyramid
Homework:
- Read Sec. 3 and answer end of section Questions. Make sure to write questions before answering
- Continue working on “Independent Study”
Tuesday,
10/19
• Take Quiz (open notes)
• Review Sec. 3 using graphic organizer
Homework:
- Read Sec. 4 and answer end of section questions. Make sure you write questions before answering
- Continue working on “Independent Study”
Wednesday,
10/20
• Current Event Workshop!!! (Sections 6-3, 6-4, and 6-5)
• Field Trip for 6-1 and 6-2
• Catch up on Graphic Organizer for Sec. 3
Homework:
- No Homework if you are caught up on homework and Foldable Independent Study
Thursday,
10/21
• Map Skills Day
• Receive Graded HW
Homework:
- Make corrections to HW if needed and update Foldable
The Key to Success and Doing Well on Tests:
1. Come to Class and Participate
2. Spend Time Each Night Going over the homework. This is called studying. You shouldn’t need to spend that much time doing so. The point is to do it and do it consistently.
3. Get Your Parents Involved – Have Them Quiz You.
4. Come to class confident and come prepared to demonstrate that you understand the content on test day.
Homework Stamp Key:
A – “Super Star”
B – “Great Work”
C – “Well Done”
D – STAR
F – “Please Correct”
If you do not write questions before answering them the maximum grade I will give you is a
C – “Well Done.” This is avoidable, meaning write the questions
NOTE TO PARENTS/STUDENTS:
IF AT ANYTIME YOU FEEL LIKE YOU CANNOT GET THE HOMEWORK DONE BECAUSE OF OTHER COURSE RESPONSIBILITIES, PUT THE SOCIAL STUDIES ASSIGNMENTS ON HOLD, AND CONCENTRATE ON WHAT IS MOST IMPORTANT OR TAKE A BREAK. YOU CAN ALWAYS CATCH UP ON WORK ASSIGNED BEFORE THE TWO WEEK STUDY OF THE CHAPTER ENDS, AT WHICH TIME I WILL COLLECT GRADED AS WELL AS LATE WORK. WORK THAT IS TURNED IN ON TIME WILL EARN YOU 100%. LATE WORK WILL EARN YOU A 75%, AND IF YOU DON’T TURN YOUR WORK IN AT ALL YOU WILL RECEIVE A 50%.
Email: uas6holmes@hotmail.com
Website: http://uassocialstudies.blogspot.com/
Standards:
[6]SSSM-7.3 Organize information using outlines and graphic organizers
[6]SSH-1.4 Compare the geographic, political, economic and social characteristics of the river civilizations in Nile River Valley
• Location
• Government
• Religion
• Agriculture
• Cultural and scientific contributions
[6]SSPS-2.1 Compare the cultural practices and products of the societies studied including:
• Class structure
• Gender roles
• Beliefs
• Customs and traditions
Chapter 3 Objectives: The Nile River Valley –
The ancient Egyptians developed a great civilization on the banks of the Nile River. After 3100 B.C. a unified Egypt enjoyed a period of prosperity. Egyptians build great stone monuments, such as the pyramids, developed a system of writing, and traded with neighbors such as Kush.
Section 1 – The Gift of the Nile
• Describe the Nile River, the geographical area through which it runs, and the effects of its floods on ancient farms in the region
• Explain how the people of Egypt used the Nile River to develop a rich agriculture
Section 2 – The Kingdoms of Egypt
• Explain how ancient Egypt was unified
• Analyze the workings of government and the importance of religion in Egypt
• Describe the structure and purpose of the pyramids
• Explain the hieroglyphics, the Egyptian system of writing
Section 3 – Ancient Egyptian Culture
• Describe the changes that came to Egypt during the years of the Middle and New kingdoms
• Identify how Egypt prospered and became an empire during the New Kingdom
• Analyze how Egyptian ideas and skills spread even as the kingdom declined
Section 4 – Nubia and Kush
• Describe the geographical location of Nubia and explain how it was divided into two regions
• Explain how Nubia and Kush developed and grew wealthy
• Analyze the political and social structure of Kush and trace its history in relationship to Egypt
Assessment (Tests/Quizzes) Dates (These Dates May/Can be changed at any point) and pop quizzes will be given with no notice if necessary The following will be assessed:
Tuesday, October 19 Chapter 3: Section 1 and 2 Quiz – Open Notes
October 10-14 schedule
Universal American School, Middle School
Weekly Assignment Schedule
from October 10, 2010 to October 14, 2010
Holmes Social Studies 6th
Sunday,
10/10
• Receive weekly schedule (you need to start getting it signed each day - for a grade)
• Chp. 2 Review for the test: Power Point (one more resource for you to use if you are still confused about any major concepts) Study for Chp. 2 Test using the following resources:
1. Foldable vocab, chapter summaries, and HW Questions/Answer cards
2. Graphic Organizers
3. Power Point Notes
4. Film Notes if you have
5. Maps
Homework:
- Bring these things tomorrow to turn in for Grade
Monday,
10/11
• Chapter 2 Test: The Fertile Crescent (You will turn everything in for grade when you finish test)
Homework:
- No Homework
Tuesday,
10/12
• Understanding time using a timeline activity/lesson
Homework:
- Read Chp. 3, Sec. 1, pp. 82-85 and complete questions on pg. 85, 1-5. WRITE QUESTIONS AND THEN ANSWER THEM NEATLY ON NOTEBOOK PAPER WITH TITLE, NAME, AND SECTION NUMBER WRITTEN NEATLY ON THE TOP!!!
Wednesday,
10/13
• Current Event Workshop!!!
• Review Chp. 2 Test
• Chp. 2, Section 1 Graphic Organizer
Homework:
- Read Chp. 3, Sec. 2, pp. 88-95 and complete questions on pg. 95, 1-5. WRITE QUESTIONS AND THEN ANSWER THEM NEATLY ON NOTEBOOK PAPER WITH TITLE, NAME, AND SECTION NUMBER WRITTEN NEATLY ON THE TOP!!!
Thursday,
10/14
• Turn in Weekly Schedule with parent signatures next to each day (total of 5)
• Chp. 3, Sec. 1 and 2 Group Activity
1. Map
2. King’s Crown
3. Mummification
4. Hieroglyphics
5. Building a Pyramid
Homework:
- No Homework
The Key to Success and Doing Well on Tests:
1. Come to Class and Participate
2. Spend Time Each Night Going over the homework. This is called studying. You shouldn’t need to spend that much time doing so. The point is to do it and do it consistently.
3. Get Your Parents Involved – Have Them Quiz You.
4. Come to class confident and come prepared to demonstrate that you understand the content on test day.
NOTE TO PARENTS/STUDENTS:
IF AT ANYTIME YOU FEEL LIKE YOU CANNOT GET THE HOMEWORK DONE BECAUSE OF OTHER COURSE RESPONSIBILITIES, PUT THE SOCIAL STUDIES ASSIGNMENTS ON HOLD, AND CONCENTRATE ON WHAT IS MOST IMPORTANT OR TAKE A BREAK. YOU CAN ALWAYS CATCH UP ON WORK ASSIGNED BEFORE THE TWO WEEK STUDY OF THE CHAPTER ENDS, AT WHICH TIME I WILL COLLECT GRADED AS WELL AS LATE WORK. WORK THAT IS TURNED IN ON TIME WILL EARN YOU 100%. LATE WORK WILL EARN YOU A 75%, AND IF YOU DON’T TURN YOUR WORK IN AT ALL YOU WILL RECEIVE A 50%.
Email: uas6holmes@hotmail.com
Website: http://uassocialstudies.blogspot.com/
Standards:
[6]SSSM-7.3 Organize information using outlines and graphic organizers
[6]SSH-1.2 Arrange dates in order on a time line using the conventions of B.C. and A.D. or B.C.E. and C.E.
[6]SSH-1.4 Compare the geographic, political, economic and social characteristics of the river civilizations in Nile River Valley
• Location
• Government
• Religion
• Agriculture
• Cultural and scientific contributions
[6]SSPS-2.1 Compare the cultural practices and products of the societies studied including:
• Class structure
• Gender roles
• Beliefs
• Customs and traditions
Chapter 3 Objectives: The Nile River Valley –
The ancient Egyptians developed a great civilization on the banks of the Nile River. After 3100 B.C. a unified Egypt enjoyed a period of prosperity. Egyptians build great stone monuments, such as the pyramids, developed a system of writing, and traded with neighbors such as Kush.
Section 1 – The Gift of the Nile
• Describe the Nile River, the geographical area through which it runs, and the effects of its floods on ancient farms in the region
• Explain how the people of Egypt used the Nile River to develop a rich agriculture
Section 2 – The Kingdoms of Egypt
• Explain how ancient Egypt was unified
• Analyze the workings of government and the importance of religion in Egypt
• Describe the structure and purpose of the pyramids
• Explain the hieroglyphics, the Egyptian system of writing
Assessment (Tests/Quizzes) Dates (These Dates May/Can be changed at any point) and pop quizzes will be given with no notice if necessary The following will be assessed:
At this point your child should have the following resources to help them do well on Monday’s test
• Sec. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Graphic Organizers (notes taken in class)
• Student generated maps and completed map questions
• Foldable with chapter summaries, vocab cards, and Sec. 1, 2, 3, and 4 homework questions index cards (questions on one side, answers on the other side)
• Questions and answers (these should all be done because we watched film in class and discussed it) from film
Monday, October 11 Chapter 2: The Fertile Crescent Test
Weekly Assignment Schedule
from October 10, 2010 to October 14, 2010
Holmes Social Studies 6th
Sunday,
10/10
• Receive weekly schedule (you need to start getting it signed each day - for a grade)
• Chp. 2 Review for the test: Power Point (one more resource for you to use if you are still confused about any major concepts) Study for Chp. 2 Test using the following resources:
1. Foldable vocab, chapter summaries, and HW Questions/Answer cards
2. Graphic Organizers
3. Power Point Notes
4. Film Notes if you have
5. Maps
Homework:
- Bring these things tomorrow to turn in for Grade
Monday,
10/11
• Chapter 2 Test: The Fertile Crescent (You will turn everything in for grade when you finish test)
Homework:
- No Homework
Tuesday,
10/12
• Understanding time using a timeline activity/lesson
Homework:
- Read Chp. 3, Sec. 1, pp. 82-85 and complete questions on pg. 85, 1-5. WRITE QUESTIONS AND THEN ANSWER THEM NEATLY ON NOTEBOOK PAPER WITH TITLE, NAME, AND SECTION NUMBER WRITTEN NEATLY ON THE TOP!!!
Wednesday,
10/13
• Current Event Workshop!!!
• Review Chp. 2 Test
• Chp. 2, Section 1 Graphic Organizer
Homework:
- Read Chp. 3, Sec. 2, pp. 88-95 and complete questions on pg. 95, 1-5. WRITE QUESTIONS AND THEN ANSWER THEM NEATLY ON NOTEBOOK PAPER WITH TITLE, NAME, AND SECTION NUMBER WRITTEN NEATLY ON THE TOP!!!
Thursday,
10/14
• Turn in Weekly Schedule with parent signatures next to each day (total of 5)
• Chp. 3, Sec. 1 and 2 Group Activity
1. Map
2. King’s Crown
3. Mummification
4. Hieroglyphics
5. Building a Pyramid
Homework:
- No Homework
The Key to Success and Doing Well on Tests:
1. Come to Class and Participate
2. Spend Time Each Night Going over the homework. This is called studying. You shouldn’t need to spend that much time doing so. The point is to do it and do it consistently.
3. Get Your Parents Involved – Have Them Quiz You.
4. Come to class confident and come prepared to demonstrate that you understand the content on test day.
NOTE TO PARENTS/STUDENTS:
IF AT ANYTIME YOU FEEL LIKE YOU CANNOT GET THE HOMEWORK DONE BECAUSE OF OTHER COURSE RESPONSIBILITIES, PUT THE SOCIAL STUDIES ASSIGNMENTS ON HOLD, AND CONCENTRATE ON WHAT IS MOST IMPORTANT OR TAKE A BREAK. YOU CAN ALWAYS CATCH UP ON WORK ASSIGNED BEFORE THE TWO WEEK STUDY OF THE CHAPTER ENDS, AT WHICH TIME I WILL COLLECT GRADED AS WELL AS LATE WORK. WORK THAT IS TURNED IN ON TIME WILL EARN YOU 100%. LATE WORK WILL EARN YOU A 75%, AND IF YOU DON’T TURN YOUR WORK IN AT ALL YOU WILL RECEIVE A 50%.
Email: uas6holmes@hotmail.com
Website: http://uassocialstudies.blogspot.com/
Standards:
[6]SSSM-7.3 Organize information using outlines and graphic organizers
[6]SSH-1.2 Arrange dates in order on a time line using the conventions of B.C. and A.D. or B.C.E. and C.E.
[6]SSH-1.4 Compare the geographic, political, economic and social characteristics of the river civilizations in Nile River Valley
• Location
• Government
• Religion
• Agriculture
• Cultural and scientific contributions
[6]SSPS-2.1 Compare the cultural practices and products of the societies studied including:
• Class structure
• Gender roles
• Beliefs
• Customs and traditions
Chapter 3 Objectives: The Nile River Valley –
The ancient Egyptians developed a great civilization on the banks of the Nile River. After 3100 B.C. a unified Egypt enjoyed a period of prosperity. Egyptians build great stone monuments, such as the pyramids, developed a system of writing, and traded with neighbors such as Kush.
Section 1 – The Gift of the Nile
• Describe the Nile River, the geographical area through which it runs, and the effects of its floods on ancient farms in the region
• Explain how the people of Egypt used the Nile River to develop a rich agriculture
Section 2 – The Kingdoms of Egypt
• Explain how ancient Egypt was unified
• Analyze the workings of government and the importance of religion in Egypt
• Describe the structure and purpose of the pyramids
• Explain the hieroglyphics, the Egyptian system of writing
Assessment (Tests/Quizzes) Dates (These Dates May/Can be changed at any point) and pop quizzes will be given with no notice if necessary The following will be assessed:
At this point your child should have the following resources to help them do well on Monday’s test
• Sec. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Graphic Organizers (notes taken in class)
• Student generated maps and completed map questions
• Foldable with chapter summaries, vocab cards, and Sec. 1, 2, 3, and 4 homework questions index cards (questions on one side, answers on the other side)
• Questions and answers (these should all be done because we watched film in class and discussed it) from film
Monday, October 11 Chapter 2: The Fertile Crescent Test
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Parent/Teacher Conference
I want to thank all the parents for patiently waiting for their "appointment" today. I know it wasn't a perfect schedule, but I hope you walked away feeling confident with what your child is accomplishing, or needs to work to improve. As a teacher, it was a true pleasure to sit down with parents and talk about what you like about me class, what you are concerned about, and ultimately, how your students overall experience is going. I can only imagine how much of an adjustment it is for you helping your child adjust to middle school. My course is challenging, but please know that I wouldn't ask my students to do things that I know they couldn't do. At the end of the day I am here to challenge your child, and to get them ready for 7th grade and thereafter. We are more than half-way through the first term, with three and a half more to go. Know that your child will adjust if they already haven't. You are a HUGE part of this process and I want to once again thank you for everything that you do.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
As promised ..... the Chp. 2 HW Answers!
As I was saying today students, I am posting the answers for the Sec. 1, 2, 3, and 4 homework. My goal is to prepare you for the exam. Those of you that tried answering the homework questions alone, great job, those of you that didn't, you need to start doing so. I do not plan to always do this! However, since I am for Chp. 2, take advantage of this gift.
Section 1: Geography of the Fertile Crescent
2. Where is Mesopotamia?
3. How did the Tigris and Euphrates rivers affect life in Mesopotamia?
4. How did Mesopotamian farmers alter their environment?
5. Make a generalization about the people of Mesopotamia. Give examples from the lesson to explain your generalization.
2. Between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in SW Asia.
3. The rivers provided water and silt for farming, but floods and drought led to the development of levees and canals.
4. By building levees, digging irrigation, canals, and cutting down forests.
5. The Mesopotamians were resourceful in adapting to and controlling their environment.
Section 2: The Cities of Sumer
2. How did Sargon change life in Mesopotamia?
3. What were some features of Sumerian civilization?
4. How might the invention of the wheel have affected the economy of Sumer?
5. What was an effect of Sargon's decision to create an empire in Sumer?
2. Sargon created the first empire, which imposed the same laws and customs on all of Sumer.
3. Powerful empires, walled city, states, cuneiform writing, schools mainly for boys, polytheism, ziggurats, agricultural way of life, crafts, trade, and the use of the wheel.
4. People could more quickly transport larger and heavier loads of goods for trade, increasing trade and enriching the economy.
5. The widespread rule of uniform law that brought peace to his empire.
Section 3: Babylon and Assyria
2. Why did Hammurabi send copies of his law code all over his empire?
3. In what ways were Babylon and Assyria alike? How were they different?
4. How did the Assyrians bring water to their cities?
5. How did Hammurabi solve this problem of getting other city-states to cooperation with his plans?
2. He wanted to unify the empire by making its citizens subject to a single set of laws.
3. Both were warlike, but Assyria was the military leader and Babylon was the cultural leader.
4. An aqueduct carried water to the city from 30 miles away.
5. He built dams controlling the flow of water from the Euphrates River, which forced other city-states to cooperate or face drought or floods.
Section 4: The Birth of Judaism
2. How did Moses change Judaism?
3. How does the Torah help to shape Judaism?
4. Why is the invention of writing in Mesopotamia important to Judaism?
5. Compare and contrast Judaism with Mesopotamian religions.
2. He gave Jews the Torah and the Ten Commandments, the basis of Jewish religion and law.
3. By giving Jews religious writings and laws for living.
4. Because the Torah, the basis of Judaism, was written down.
5. Judaism is monotheistic; Mesopotamian religions were polytheistic.
Now that you have the answers, transfer them onto your note-cards and tape to foldable according the directions I gave you, as well as the example/picture I posted.
Section 1: Geography of the Fertile Crescent
2. Where is Mesopotamia?
3. How did the Tigris and Euphrates rivers affect life in Mesopotamia?
4. How did Mesopotamian farmers alter their environment?
5. Make a generalization about the people of Mesopotamia. Give examples from the lesson to explain your generalization.
2. Between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in SW Asia.
3. The rivers provided water and silt for farming, but floods and drought led to the development of levees and canals.
4. By building levees, digging irrigation, canals, and cutting down forests.
5. The Mesopotamians were resourceful in adapting to and controlling their environment.
Section 2: The Cities of Sumer
2. How did Sargon change life in Mesopotamia?
3. What were some features of Sumerian civilization?
4. How might the invention of the wheel have affected the economy of Sumer?
5. What was an effect of Sargon's decision to create an empire in Sumer?
2. Sargon created the first empire, which imposed the same laws and customs on all of Sumer.
3. Powerful empires, walled city, states, cuneiform writing, schools mainly for boys, polytheism, ziggurats, agricultural way of life, crafts, trade, and the use of the wheel.
4. People could more quickly transport larger and heavier loads of goods for trade, increasing trade and enriching the economy.
5. The widespread rule of uniform law that brought peace to his empire.
Section 3: Babylon and Assyria
2. Why did Hammurabi send copies of his law code all over his empire?
3. In what ways were Babylon and Assyria alike? How were they different?
4. How did the Assyrians bring water to their cities?
5. How did Hammurabi solve this problem of getting other city-states to cooperation with his plans?
2. He wanted to unify the empire by making its citizens subject to a single set of laws.
3. Both were warlike, but Assyria was the military leader and Babylon was the cultural leader.
4. An aqueduct carried water to the city from 30 miles away.
5. He built dams controlling the flow of water from the Euphrates River, which forced other city-states to cooperate or face drought or floods.
Section 4: The Birth of Judaism
2. How did Moses change Judaism?
3. How does the Torah help to shape Judaism?
4. Why is the invention of writing in Mesopotamia important to Judaism?
5. Compare and contrast Judaism with Mesopotamian religions.
2. He gave Jews the Torah and the Ten Commandments, the basis of Jewish religion and law.
3. By giving Jews religious writings and laws for living.
4. Because the Torah, the basis of Judaism, was written down.
5. Judaism is monotheistic; Mesopotamian religions were polytheistic.
Now that you have the answers, transfer them onto your note-cards and tape to foldable according the directions I gave you, as well as the example/picture I posted.
Monday, October 4, 2010
Update to Parents and Students
Here are a couple reminders that I hope will help clear up any confusion, not to mention remind students and parents of important assignments, responsibilities, etc.
- The Chp. 2 Foldable is not due until next Monday. I gave the students the materials to create the foldable yesterday. I told them in class that they should try to complete it by this Tuesday/Wednesday so that they can begin using it to study for next week's test.
- Today I gave the students 5 maps. These maps are also due on Monday. Once again, the sooner they get them done, the sooner they can use them as a study resource. There will be a map section on the test that will be very similar to the map work I assigned them this week.
- The test is scheduled for Monday, October 11. I will give the students a study guide and tips on Sunday. I will also summarize the important points of the chapter using a power point presentation. The students will be given a copy.
- My goal is to help the students make as many connections to the material, and have as many resources as they can to learn and understand the information.
- If you want to start studying for the test, use the vocab cards, chapter summaries, graphic organizers, maps, and question/answer cards to begin studying for the test.
Thank You,
Mr. Holmes
- The Chp. 2 Foldable is not due until next Monday. I gave the students the materials to create the foldable yesterday. I told them in class that they should try to complete it by this Tuesday/Wednesday so that they can begin using it to study for next week's test.
- Today I gave the students 5 maps. These maps are also due on Monday. Once again, the sooner they get them done, the sooner they can use them as a study resource. There will be a map section on the test that will be very similar to the map work I assigned them this week.
- The test is scheduled for Monday, October 11. I will give the students a study guide and tips on Sunday. I will also summarize the important points of the chapter using a power point presentation. The students will be given a copy.
- My goal is to help the students make as many connections to the material, and have as many resources as they can to learn and understand the information.
- If you want to start studying for the test, use the vocab cards, chapter summaries, graphic organizers, maps, and question/answer cards to begin studying for the test.
Thank You,
Mr. Holmes
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Chapter 2: The Fertile Crescent "Foldable"
Read the following instructions and use the example provided to complete the first steps towards creating your foldable. Page 53 shows you how to fold and label paper, and pg. 79 shows gives you another example of the important things like the labels and how cool it looks when you color the foldable. You don't have to write anything under the section titles. I have given you the summaries. All that you have to do is paste them where they belong. Be neat please!
1. Cut out vocab cards
and write definitions
on the back. After you
define vocab terms,
use a paper clip to keep
them in order and clip
to the four corners of the flaps.
When you turn foldable in on the
day of the test you will staple them
to foldable so that they don’t get lost.
2. Cut out chapter summaries
and paste them in order from left
to right in the correct order. Next to
each heading you will see a number
(1, 2, 3, 4). That tells you what order
to put them in when you paste them onto
foldable sections from left to right.
3. The index cards with the questions on
one side and the answers on the other will
be taped to the foldable so that you can flip
them. Use clear tape. I don’t want you to
write the vocabulary from Q’s 1 of the review
and assess. Only Q’s 2-5 followed by the
answers that go with Q’s 2-5.
October 3-7 Schedule
Universal American School, Middle School
Weekly Assignment Schedule
from October 3, 2010 to October 7, 2010
Holmes Social Studies 6 Grade
Sunday,
10/3
• Briefly review weekly schedule
• Sections 6-3, 6-4, and 6-5 will work on clay project: Cuneiform Writing the entire class
• Sections 6-1 and 6-2 will complete Graphic Organizers for Sec. 2 and 3
• All students will receive materials for Chp. 2 foldable as well as instructions on how to complete assignment at home
Homeworkd:
- Paste chapter summaries on foldable, and define vocabulary words on vocab cards (Use Example posted on website if you are confused about how to paste summaries, and where to place vocabulary cards)
- If you are behind on any homework from Chp. 2 you need to complete it now so that you don’t fall too behind!!!
- Bring Colored Pencils to Class tomorrow
Monday,
10/4
• Sections 6-3, 6-4, and 6-5 will complete graphic organizers for Sec. 2 and 3 and work on maps if there is time
. Section 6-1 and 62 will work on map activity with partner using maps provided by teacher
Homework:
- Read Sec. 4: “The Birth of Judaism;” pp. 72-76 and complete Q’s 1-5 on pp. 77
- Complete “Fertile Crescent” maps at home and answer related Q’s
Tuesday,
10/5
• Complete Sec. 4 graphic organizer: Judaism
• Review Sec. 1, 2, 3, and 4 homework (any questions student didn’t do, or answered incorrectly need to be corrected before transferring onto foldable index cards)
Homework:
- Complete “Fertile Crescent” maps at home
Wednesday,
10/6
• Current Event Workshop!!!
• Watch Film (“From Nomads to Farmers”) highlighting major concepts from Chp. 2
• Students will complete Q’s while watching film
Homework:
- Copy correct Questions and answers from Sec. 1, 2, 3, and 4 homework onto study cards before attaching to foldable (you do not need to copy vocab onto cards; only Q’s 2-5
Thursday,
10/7
• No School, but I will see you when you come with your parents
Homework:
- Study for next week's test
The Key to Success and Doing Well on Tests:
1. Come to Class and Participate
2. Spend Time Each Night Going over the homework. This is called studying. You shouldn’t need to spend that much time doing so. The point is to do it and do it consistently.
3. Get Your Parents Involved – Have Them Quiz You.
4. Come to class confident and come prepared to demonstrate that you understand the content on test day.
NOTE TO PARENTS/STUDENTS:
IF AT ANYTIME YOU FEEL LIKE YOU CANNOT GET THE HOMEWORK DONE BECAUSE OF OTHER COURSE RESPONSIBILITIES, PUT THE SOCIAL STUDIES ASSIGNMENTS ON HOLD, AND CONCENTRATE ON WHAT IS MOST IMPORTANT OR TAKE A BREAK. YOU CAN ALWAYS CATCH UP ON WORK ASSIGNED BEFORE THE TWO WEEK STUDY OF THE CHAPTER ENDS, AT WHICH TIME I WILL COLLECT GRADED AS WELL AS LATE WORK. WORK THAT IS TURNED IN ON TIME WILL EARN YOU 100%. LATE WORK WILL EARN YOU A 75%, AND IF YOU DON’T TURN YOUR WORK IN AT ALL YOU WILL RECEIVE A 50%.
Email: uas6holmes@hotmail.com
Website: http://uassocialstudies.blogspot.com/
Standards:
[6]SSPS-2.2 Compare world religions and beliefs systems focusing on geographic origins, founding leaders and teachings including
• Judaism
[6]SSSM-7.3 Organize information using outlines and graphic organizers
[6]SSH-1.4 Compare the geographic, political, economic, and social characteristics of the river civilizations in the Tigris and Euphrates (Mesopotamia)
• Location
• Government
• Religion
• Agriculture
• Cultural and Scientific Contributions
[6]SSPS-2.1 Compare the cultural practices and products of the societies studied including:
• Class structure
• Gender roles
• Beliefs
• Customs and traditions
Chapter 2 Objectives: The Fertile Crescent
Because early agriculture depended on fertile soil and irrigation, the first civilizations developed along rivers. The region surrounding the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, called the Fertile Crescent, was where the Sumerian, Babylonian, and Assyrian empires developed and Judaism began.
Section 1 – Geography of the Fertile Crescent
• Describe the conditions in southern and northern Mesopotamia
• Explain how technology such as levees and canals improved farming in the Mesopotamian region
• Analyze the reasons for the growth of civilizations in the Fertile Crescent
Section 2 – The Cities of Sumer
• Explain how cuneiform developed and why it was so important for the Sumerians
• Analyze the development of Sumerian city-states
• Explain how Mesopotamian cultural values shaped local life
Section 3 – Babylon and Assyria
• Describe Babylon’s rise to power
• Analyze Babylonian life under the Code of Hammurabi
• Explain the style of warfare that Assyria used to conquer Babylon
Section 4 – The Birth of Judaism
• Describe the origins of Judaism
• Analyze Moses’ leadership of the Jews
• Explain how King Dave and King Solomon were important to Jerusalem’s history
Assessment (Tests/Quizzes) Dates (These Dates May/Can be changed at any point) and pop quizzes will be given with no notice if necessary The following will be assessed:
At this point your child should have the following resources to help them do well on next week’s test
• Sec. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Graphic Organizers (notes taken in class)
• Student generated maps and completed map questions
• Foldable with chapter summaries, vocab cards, and Sec. 1, 2, 3, and 4 homework questions index cards (questions on one side, answers on the other side)
• Questions and answers (these should all be done because we watched film in class and discussed it) from film
No test this week, but there will be one next week (Tentatively planned for Monday, October 11; Chapter 2) !!!
Weekly Assignment Schedule
from October 3, 2010 to October 7, 2010
Holmes Social Studies 6 Grade
Sunday,
10/3
• Briefly review weekly schedule
• Sections 6-3, 6-4, and 6-5 will work on clay project: Cuneiform Writing the entire class
• Sections 6-1 and 6-2 will complete Graphic Organizers for Sec. 2 and 3
• All students will receive materials for Chp. 2 foldable as well as instructions on how to complete assignment at home
Homeworkd:
- Paste chapter summaries on foldable, and define vocabulary words on vocab cards (Use Example posted on website if you are confused about how to paste summaries, and where to place vocabulary cards)
- If you are behind on any homework from Chp. 2 you need to complete it now so that you don’t fall too behind!!!
- Bring Colored Pencils to Class tomorrow
Monday,
10/4
• Sections 6-3, 6-4, and 6-5 will complete graphic organizers for Sec. 2 and 3 and work on maps if there is time
. Section 6-1 and 62 will work on map activity with partner using maps provided by teacher
Homework:
- Read Sec. 4: “The Birth of Judaism;” pp. 72-76 and complete Q’s 1-5 on pp. 77
- Complete “Fertile Crescent” maps at home and answer related Q’s
Tuesday,
10/5
• Complete Sec. 4 graphic organizer: Judaism
• Review Sec. 1, 2, 3, and 4 homework (any questions student didn’t do, or answered incorrectly need to be corrected before transferring onto foldable index cards)
Homework:
- Complete “Fertile Crescent” maps at home
Wednesday,
10/6
• Current Event Workshop!!!
• Watch Film (“From Nomads to Farmers”) highlighting major concepts from Chp. 2
• Students will complete Q’s while watching film
Homework:
- Copy correct Questions and answers from Sec. 1, 2, 3, and 4 homework onto study cards before attaching to foldable (you do not need to copy vocab onto cards; only Q’s 2-5
Thursday,
10/7
• No School, but I will see you when you come with your parents
Homework:
- Study for next week's test
The Key to Success and Doing Well on Tests:
1. Come to Class and Participate
2. Spend Time Each Night Going over the homework. This is called studying. You shouldn’t need to spend that much time doing so. The point is to do it and do it consistently.
3. Get Your Parents Involved – Have Them Quiz You.
4. Come to class confident and come prepared to demonstrate that you understand the content on test day.
NOTE TO PARENTS/STUDENTS:
IF AT ANYTIME YOU FEEL LIKE YOU CANNOT GET THE HOMEWORK DONE BECAUSE OF OTHER COURSE RESPONSIBILITIES, PUT THE SOCIAL STUDIES ASSIGNMENTS ON HOLD, AND CONCENTRATE ON WHAT IS MOST IMPORTANT OR TAKE A BREAK. YOU CAN ALWAYS CATCH UP ON WORK ASSIGNED BEFORE THE TWO WEEK STUDY OF THE CHAPTER ENDS, AT WHICH TIME I WILL COLLECT GRADED AS WELL AS LATE WORK. WORK THAT IS TURNED IN ON TIME WILL EARN YOU 100%. LATE WORK WILL EARN YOU A 75%, AND IF YOU DON’T TURN YOUR WORK IN AT ALL YOU WILL RECEIVE A 50%.
Email: uas6holmes@hotmail.com
Website: http://uassocialstudies.blogspot.com/
Standards:
[6]SSPS-2.2 Compare world religions and beliefs systems focusing on geographic origins, founding leaders and teachings including
• Judaism
[6]SSSM-7.3 Organize information using outlines and graphic organizers
[6]SSH-1.4 Compare the geographic, political, economic, and social characteristics of the river civilizations in the Tigris and Euphrates (Mesopotamia)
• Location
• Government
• Religion
• Agriculture
• Cultural and Scientific Contributions
[6]SSPS-2.1 Compare the cultural practices and products of the societies studied including:
• Class structure
• Gender roles
• Beliefs
• Customs and traditions
Chapter 2 Objectives: The Fertile Crescent
Because early agriculture depended on fertile soil and irrigation, the first civilizations developed along rivers. The region surrounding the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, called the Fertile Crescent, was where the Sumerian, Babylonian, and Assyrian empires developed and Judaism began.
Section 1 – Geography of the Fertile Crescent
• Describe the conditions in southern and northern Mesopotamia
• Explain how technology such as levees and canals improved farming in the Mesopotamian region
• Analyze the reasons for the growth of civilizations in the Fertile Crescent
Section 2 – The Cities of Sumer
• Explain how cuneiform developed and why it was so important for the Sumerians
• Analyze the development of Sumerian city-states
• Explain how Mesopotamian cultural values shaped local life
Section 3 – Babylon and Assyria
• Describe Babylon’s rise to power
• Analyze Babylonian life under the Code of Hammurabi
• Explain the style of warfare that Assyria used to conquer Babylon
Section 4 – The Birth of Judaism
• Describe the origins of Judaism
• Analyze Moses’ leadership of the Jews
• Explain how King Dave and King Solomon were important to Jerusalem’s history
Assessment (Tests/Quizzes) Dates (These Dates May/Can be changed at any point) and pop quizzes will be given with no notice if necessary The following will be assessed:
At this point your child should have the following resources to help them do well on next week’s test
• Sec. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Graphic Organizers (notes taken in class)
• Student generated maps and completed map questions
• Foldable with chapter summaries, vocab cards, and Sec. 1, 2, 3, and 4 homework questions index cards (questions on one side, answers on the other side)
• Questions and answers (these should all be done because we watched film in class and discussed it) from film
No test this week, but there will be one next week (Tentatively planned for Monday, October 11; Chapter 2) !!!
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