Geography skills- These skill are taught throughout the year.

1. Geography skills- These skill are taught throughout the year. I can locate major countries and regions of the world on a map or globe. I can identify the routes of contact between the Americas and Europe, Asia, and Africa.

2. Geography skills- These skill are taught throughout the year. • I can identify major landforms, bodies of water, cities, and states. • I can identify the physical, economic, and cultural regions of the United States.

3. 1st Six Week- Chapter 1Roots of the American People8.1 • I can explain the meaning of religion. • I can explain the connection between Judaism and Christianity. • I can identify differences in the major religions. • I can explain how trade contributed to the growth of three large empires in Africa. • I can explain what products were traded throughout West African kingdoms both before and after contact with Europeans.

4. 1st Six Week- Chapter 1Roots of the American People8.2 • I can identify natural resources used by the Native American Cultures. • I can explain how people in different physical environments developed into different cultures. • I can identify the difference between commercial and subsistence economies.

5. 1st Six Week- Chapter 1Roots of the American People8.3 • I can identify how the first Americans spread out to inhabit North and South America. • I can use and identify key geographic element on maps. • I can explain the achievements of the Maya in science and mathematics. • I can give examples of how trade and conquest made the Aztec a powerful empire. • I can explain how Inca leaders unified the people of their empire.

6. 1st Six Week- Chapter 1Roots of the American People8.4 • I can describe how citizens participate in Greek and Roman government. • I can explain how Athenian democracy differs from the Roman Republic

7. 1st Six Week- Chapter 1Roots of the American People8.5 • I can compare and contrast the characteristics of the three largest empires

8. 1st six weeks-Chapter 28.1 • I can explain how religious and economic differences spurred conflict. • I can explain how the French and Dutch settlements affected Native Americans. • I can discuss how the French colonized North America. • I can explain why the Dutch established New Neitherlands.

9. 1st six weeks-Chapter 28.2 • I can list natural resources traded in the Columbian Exchange. • I can identify two kinds of animals that Europeans brought to America. • I can explain who benefited most from the Columbian Exchange. • I can explain how most French settlers choose to make their living. • I can explain why the Dutch established settlements along the Hudson River. • I can identify information given on graphs and charts

10. 1st six weeks-Chapter 28.3 • I can explain the goal of Marquette and Joliet ‘s voyage on the Mississippi. • I can discuss why the English took control of New Amsterdam. • I can map and discuss voyages made to the Americas by European explorers. • I can explain how Prince Henry led Portugal into the Age of Exploration. • I can explain how sailors used mariner’s astrolabes to determine latitude and longitude. • I can explain how new technologies helped with exploration. • I can explain the how the geographic locations of the settlements contributed to their success

11. 1st six weeks-Chapter 28.5 • I can explain the causes and effects of how Spain established an empire in the Americas. • I can explain why few Spanish conquistadors were able to defeat the larger armies of the Aztec and Incas. • I can explain the impact the Spanish had on the Aztec and Inca Empires. • I can explain how the Spanish conquests changed Mexico and South America. • I can explain how the Native Americans were treated under the encomienda system.

12. 1st six weeks-Chapter 28.6 • I can explain why Columbus made the decision to sail west. • I can detail the contributions made Balboa and Magellan as explorers. • I can explain why the Spanish began bringing enslaved Africans to the Americas. • I can discuss the rigid social system that helped maintain control over the colonies.

13. 1st six weeks-Chapter 38.1 • I can discuss the ideas, beliefs, and institutions the colonists brought to America. • I can show how different ways of life created cultural diversity in the colonies. • I can explain why William Penn called Pennsylvania “a holy experiment”. • I can compare and contrast the differences in religious tolerance in the colonies. • I can explain why the Pilgrims left England. • I can discuss why the Puritans came to America. • I can explain how religion developed new colonies in New England. • I can explain why settlers moved from Massachusetts Bay to Rhode Island and Connecticut.

14. 1st six weeks-Chapter 38.2 • I can explain why Jamestown settlers had difficulties at first. • I can list the ways New England colonists made a living. • I can map trade routes from America to Europe. • I can explain why conditions favored the development of plantations in the South.

15. 1st six weeks-Chapter 38.3 • I can explain the reasons why Jamestown settlers and the Pilgrims left England. • I can compare and contrast the differences in why early settlers left England. • I can why conditions favored farming in the Middle colonies.

16. 1st six weeks-Chapter 38.4 • I can explain the purpose of the Virginia House of Burgesses and the Mayflower compact. • I can compare and contrast these two forms of government. • I can explain the role the House of Burgesses played in Virginia. • I can discuss why the Mayflower Compact was important.

17. 1st six weeks-Chapter 38.5 • I can explain how and why the Spanish established colonies on the borderlands. • I can explain the benefits England hoped to gain from establishing colonies. • I can explain how Southern planter came to depend on enslaved labor. • I can discuss what life is like on a plantation.

18. 1st six weeks-Chapter 38.6 • I can explain why Native Americans rebelled against rule set by missions.

19. 2nd six weeks-Chapter 4 8.1 • I can explain cultural influences brought to the Americas by Africans. • I can explain how religion influenced colonial life. • I can discuss the affects of the Great Awakening on American society. • I can name things brought to America by Africans that have influenced the South.

20. 2nd six weeks-Chapter 4 8.2 • I can explain why large families were useful on a farm. • I compare and contrast the difference in the jobs of boys and girls. • I can explain the economy of the Southern Colonies. • I can explain why slavery was part of the South’s way of life

21. 2nd six weeks-Chapter 4 8.3 • I can describe the characteristics of colonial society. • I can explain what groups settled along the Appalachian Mountains.

22. 2nd six weeks-Chapter 4 8.4 • I can explain how the colonists tried to establish their rights as citizens. • I can compare and contrast how the colonial governments were organized. • I can compare and contrast the different types of colonial government. • I can compare and contrast the goals of Enlightenment thinkers on our government. • I can explain how the bill of rights is a list freedoms the government promises to protect. • I can explain how the colonists tried to establish their rights as citizens.

23. 2nd six weeks-Chapter 4 8.5 • I can explain how slavery developed in the colonies. • I an explain the affects of slavery on colonial life. • I can interpret and summarize portions of the English Bill of Rights.

24. 2nd six weeks-Chapter 4 8.6 • I can explain why many colonists resented the Navigation Act. • I can discuss the characteristics of an extended family and the roles within. • I can identify the social classes in colonial society.

25. 2nd six weeks-Chapter 5 8.2 • I can list different taxes placed on the colonists after the French and Indian War. • I can list the different taxes placed on the colonists by the British.

26. 2nd six weeks-Chapter 5 8.4 • I can discuss how the British government hoped to end its money problems after the French and Indian War. • I can discuss the accomplishments of the First Continental Congress. • I can explain why the colonists formed the Continental Congress. • I can explain how divided loyalties of the colonists affected Second Continental Congress

27. 2nd six weeks-Chapter 5 8.5 • I can explain how the outcome of the French and Indian War affected North America • I can explain why France and England both wanted land in the Ohio Valle • I can explain why the Stamp Act Congress met. • -I can list the events that led to the outbreak of the American Revolution. • I can list the conflicts that led to the conflict at Lexington and Concord. • I can explain what the Battle of Bunker Hill showed about the American and British. • I can explain how the British tax policies led to the revolution. • I can list the nations that claimed land in North America in the 1700s. • I can map and locate the events of the French and Indian War. • I can tell the difference between primary and secondary sources of information.

28. 2nd six weeks-Chapter 5 8.6 • I can explain the terms of the Proclamation of 1763. • I can explain why the colonists objected to the Stamp Act. • I can explain how the colonists reacted to the Townshend Act. • I can describe the reactions of the colonists towards to American Revolution.

29. 2nd six weeks-Chapter 6 8.4 • I can explain why many colonists favored declaring independence. • I can explain what the Declaration of Independence says about people’s rights. • I can explain the steps the colonists took to secure and protect American democracy. • I can discuss why the Second Continental Congress is considered to be the first government of the colonies. • I can explain how European allies helped the Continental Army. • I can discuss why the American victory at Saratoga was a turning point in the war. • I can explain effects the made the war widen to the West and South

30. 2nd six weeks-Chapter 6 8.5 • I can explain how Washington defeated the Hessians at Trenton and the British at Princeton. • I can discuss the results of the Battle of Long Island. • I can discuss why the winter at Valley Forge was so difficult. • I can explain the reasons enslaved African Americans choose to fight for the British. • I can label and explain battles of the Revolution on a map. • I can interpret maps and diagrams labeling battles of the Revolution. • I can explain the uses of primary and secondary sources in studying the Revolution.

31. 2nd six weeks-Chapter 6 8.6 • I can explain how the Declaration changed the nature of the Revolution. • I can discuss how Washington and his troops attacked Trenton. • I can explain the impact of France’s aid to the Patriot cause. • I can explain the role women played in the Revolution. • I can explain how Cornwallis and his men became trapped at Yorktown. • I can explain why many colonists favored independence. • I can explain how the American Revolution affected France.

32. 3rd six weeks- Chapter 78.4 • I can explain why Congress moved so quickly to pass the Bill of Rights. • I can explain how the Articles of Confederation and the Constitution formed a foundation for American democracy. • I can compare and contrast the effectiveness of the Articles of Confederation and the Constitution. • I can explain why large and small states argued over plans for the new Constitution. • I can explain how the Constitution divides power between federal and state governments. • I can explain why civil rights and liberties were so important to the people of the United States. • I can discuss why many state constitutions limited the power of state governments. • I can explain what compromises make up the United States Constitution. • I can explain why Virginia and other states added a bill of right to their state constitutions • I can list the strengths and weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. • I can explain how two ordinances turned national land into private holdings • I can explain how Shay’s Rebellion demonstrated the strength of the national government under the Articles of Confederation. • I can discuss why delegates to the Constitutional Convention had to keep their debates secret. • I can discuss why Antifederalists believed the Constitutional Convention had gone too far • I can list and explain why the first ten amendments are important to U.S. citizens.

33. 3rd six weeks- Chapter 78.5 • I can explain how the Northwest Ordinance provided for orderly growth in the West. • I can explain how the Three-Fifths Compromise handled slaves as citizens in the South.

34. 3rd six weeks- Chapter 78.6 • I can compare and contrast the Virginia plan and the New Jersey Plan. • I can explain the significance of the Constitution’s first phrase:”We the people of the • United States”. • I can explain how the ideas from the Enlightenment helped shape the Constitution

35. 3rd six weeks-Constitution Handbook8.4 • I can explain the rights and responsibilities of citizens of the US through the Bill • of Rights. • I can discuss the importance of the first ten amendments. • I can explain the Three Branches of Government and their functions. • I can list the powers of each branch of government. • I can explain the powers of the federal, state, and local governments. • I can explain how amendments to the Constitution have expanded American democracy. • I can list and explain how the rights protect citizens.

36. 3rd six weeks-Constitution Handbook8.6 • I can name some of the goals that shaped the Constitution. • I can explain how the Constitution can be amended to meet changing needs. • I can explain how the Constitution creates a strong government with roots in history that allowed for change and also met the needs of the people. • I can explain how amendments to the Constitution have expanded American democracy. • I can describe how the system of checks and balances works.

37. 4th six weeks-Chapter 88.2 • I can explain the plans the new government made to pay the US’s debt. • I can explain why there was such a large public deb • I can describe Congress’s response to Hamilton’s plan. • I can list the differences in tariffs and excise taxes. • I can explain why taxation caused the Whiskey Rebellion.

38. 4th six weeks-Chapter 88.3 • I can read and understand maps describing conflicting claims of settlers and Native Americans.

39. 4th six weeks-Chapter 88.4 • I can explain how President Washington set the course for a new nation. • I can explain the organization and functions of the tree branches of government. • I can explain why many nation leaders disliked political parties. • I can compare and contrast the differences between the Republican and Federalists parties. • I can describe the laws the Federalists passed to hurt the Democratic-Republicans. • I can explain what the Alien and Sedition did to limit free speech. • I can explain why citizens were able to choose which party they believed in. • I can explain why the issue of states’ rights arose at this time. • I can explain Hamilton’s plan to solve the money crisis. • I can explain why the US tried to remain neutral in the European wars. • I can explain how the Americans reacted to the Jay Treaty. • I can discuss why Hamilton believed that the federal government should pay the states’ war debts as well as its own.

40. 4th six weeks-Chapter 88.5 • I can explain how the problems with France intensified the split between the Federalists Republicans. • I can interpret a timeline of the development of political parties. • I can interpret maps and charts. • I can interpret charts on how political parties differ. • I can tell the difference between primary and secondary sources. • I can map the changes to the US brought about by westward expansion

41. 4th- six weeks-Chapter 98.2 • I can explain how Republican views on government policies differed from Federalist • views. • I can explain how Jefferson ended all internal taxes.

42. 4th- six weeks-Chapter 98.3 • I can map and understand the addition of the Louisiana Purchase to the US. • I can use a map to explain how the US doubled in size in the 1800s.

43. 4th- six weeks-Chapter 98.4 • I can describe how the Supreme Court increased its power and influence. • I can explain how Jefferson charted a new course for the government. • I can describe the action Jefferson took as President to help those convicted undethe Sedition Act. • I can explain why the election of 1800 had to be decided in the House of Representatives. • I can explain the important right the US gained with the Pinckney Treaty of 1795. • I can explain why President Jefferson hesitated to approve the purchase of the Louisiana Territory. • I can explain how Jefferson responded to threats to the security of our nation. • I can list the steps President Jefferson took to avoid war with France and Britain. • I can explain why President Jefferson placed an embargo on foreign goods in 1807. • I can explain the major campaigns of the War of 1812. • I can discuss the causes and effects of the war of 1812. • I can explain how France and Great Britain challenged the United States’ neutrality. • I can explain how the Barbary pirates interfered with American trade. • I can explain what precedent the Supreme Court established in the case of Marbury vsMadison. • I can explain how Andrew Jackson defeated the Creek s at the Battle of Horseshoe Bend. • I can how General Andrew Jackson won a stunning victory over the British at the Battleof New Orleans.

44. 4th- six weeks-Chapter 98.5 • I can explain how European nations protected themselves against raids by the Barbary pirates. • I can define impressments and why it angered Americans. • I can explain the challenges the US faced when the War of 1812 began. • I can explain how exploration of the West helped the US to grow. • I can identify the goals President Jefferson set for Lewis and Clark’s expedition. • I can discuss the causes and effects of the War of 1812. • I can read a concept web of Jefferson’s “Revolution of 1800”. • I can read and interpret maps and graphs of conflicts and changes in the US. • I can map and discuss changes made as our nation moved West

45. 4th- six weeks-Chapter 98.6 • I can explain why President Jefferson wanted control of the Mississippi River and New Orleans

46. 4th six weeks-Chapter 108.1 • I can discuss some of the Cherokee customs and way of life.

47. 4th six weeks-Chapter 108.2 • I can explain what services the second National Bank of the United States performed. • I can explain how Henry Clay thought his American System would benefit the economy. • I can discuss how the Supreme Court ruling in Dartmouth College vs Woodward could support economic growth. • I can read and understand graph and charts showing how tariffs work.

48. 4th six weeks-Chapter 108.4 • I can explain how more people gained power during the Age of Jackson. • I can discuss why people wanted a greater voice in government. • I can discuss how Andrew Jackson justified the spoils system. • I can explain how the election of 1824 divided Americans. • I can explain the position of Vice President John C. Calhoun on nullification. • I can explain how the powers of the federal government strengthened during theEra of Good Feelings. • I can discuss how the Monroe Doctrine affected American foreign policy. • I can explain why the presidential election of 1828 is considered a turning point in American politics. • I can explain how according to Marshall, Georgia was barred from applying its laws to Cherokee territory. • I can discuss why Jackson used force to remove Native Americans from the Southeast. • I can discuss the pros and cons of states’ rights verse the federal government. • I can explain how the debate over tariffs created a crisis for the Union. • I can discuss why people in Latin American countries fought wars for independence. • I can explain the effect Andrew Jackson’s attack on Florida had on the government of Spain. • I can discuss the argument over the second Bank of the United States. • I can explain how the tenth amendment limited federal powers. • I can discuss how the Supreme Court ruling in Dartmouth College vs Woodward could support economic growth. • I can explain why Andrew Jackson was elected President of the United States.

49. 4th six weeks-Chapter 108.5 • I can read and understand a map showing the new nations of Latin America. • I can read and understand graphs showing information on presidential elections. • I can read and understand maps explaining Indian Removal. • I can identify on a map changes made to the US by westward expansion

50. 4th six weeks-Chapter 108.6 • I can explain Adams’s advice to Monroe. • I can discuss why Miguel Hidalgo was important to the history of Mexico. • I can explain why customs and ways of life of the Cherokee were welcomed in the US.