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6th Grade Social Studies Curriculum Overview: Revolutionary War to 21st Century Skills

Explore the impact of Revolutionary War, U.S. Constitution, Civil War, and more in this dynamic 6th grade social studies curriculum. Engage in civic education, current events, and develop 21st-century skills for success. Homework expectations, grading percentages, and interactive classroom activities are all included.

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6th Grade Social Studies Curriculum Overview: Revolutionary War to 21st Century Skills

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  1. Back to School Night 2014 Mr. Paul Levesque/Mr. Alex Puk paul.levesque@wwrsd.org alex.puk@wwrsd.org 6th Grade Social Studies

  2. Curriculum Overview • Outcome and Impact of Revolutionary War • United States Constitution • Three-Branched System of Government • Westward Expansion • Civil War and Reconstruction Period • Civic Education (Current Events) • 21st Century Skills

  3. Homework Expectations • Completed by due date for full credit • Half credit given for one day late • All missed assignments must be made up

  4. Grading Percentages • Tests 25%, Quizzes 15% (Totals 40%) • Alternative Assessments 30% (projects, writing tasks, map skills tasks) • Class Participation 15% • Homework 15%

  5. Do Now/Closure • “Do Nows” activities are used to stimulate the brain and prepare students for lesson • Journals (journal writing) are used for written expression and to allow students to think critically and then respond • Closure activities are used to wrap upthe class discussion .

  6. Textbook Discovering Our Past: A History of the United States Publisher: McGraw-Hill Company 2013 Web site to be accessible at home: www.connected.mcgraw-hill.com

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