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Grade 6 Social Studies Learning Progression

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Welcome to the Sample Unit Progressions for Grade 6. The sample unit progressions and corresponding resources were developed and identified by Oklahoma teachers to support instruction aligned to the Oklahoma Academic Standards for Social Studies. The sample unit progressions and corresponding resources are designed to support schools and teachers as they plan instruction and classroom assessments aligned to the Oklahoma Academic Standards for Social Studies. The resources provided are for option use and are not required. Highly recommended reference for teachers and parents is Geography for Life, publications from the National Council for Geographic Education.

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Unit 1. Geographic Concepts and Tools of Geography 

OAS Standard 6.1 The student will analyze data from a geographic perspective using the skills and tools of geography.

OAS Standard 6.2.1 Use visual information to identify and describe on a physical map the landforms, bodies of water, climate, and vegetation zones that are important to each region.

OAS Standard 6.2.2 Explain how the processes and factors of latitude, elevation, Earth-Sun relationships, prevailing winds, and proximity to bodies of water influence climate.

Suggested Instructional Time: 6-9 weeks 

Driving Question:

Essential Questions:

Supporting Questions:

  • How can geographic information and the tools of geography help us gain a better understanding of the world around us? 

 

  • What effect do people have on their environment?

  • What makes places unique and different? 

  • What is the purpose of a map?

  • How do various map projections represent the surface of the earth?

  • How can we draw conclusions and make predictions from geographic data?

  • Why should we develop the skills of mental mapping?

  • What is the role of geographic factors on current events and issues?

Unit 2.  Geography of the United States and Canada 

OAS Standard 6.2.3 The student will describe the predominant natural resources found in each region.

OAS Standard 6.2.4 The student will describe the relationship and summarize the impact of the distribution of major renewable and nonrenewable resources on each region.

OAS Standard 6.3  The student will identify the characteristics, distribution, and demographic patterns of human populations and systems of the Western Hemisphere

OAS Standard 6.4  The student will analyze the interactions of humans and their environment in the Western Hemisphere.

OAS Standard 6.5  The student will compare common physical and human characteristics of regions which create identity or uniqueness and influence people’s perceptions of the Western Hemisphere.

Suggested Instructional Time: 9 weeks 

Driving Question:

Essential Questions:

Supporting Questions:

  •  How do the physical environments and natural resources of the United States and Canada influence settlement patterns and economic development?  

  • How does our environment influence the past and future?

  • How do climate and natural resources affect the way people live and work?

  • How do people use their environment to meet their needs?

  • What affects culture over time and space?

 

  • What are North America’s major physical characteristics and how have they affected development?

  • How has the cultural diversity of Canada and the United States affected history and recent events?

  • What economic factors have influenced societies of the United States and Canada?

  • How has the distribution of major renewable and nonrenewable resources impacted regions of the United States and Canada?

  • What are the effects of human modification caused by commercial agriculture, industry, demand for energy, and urbanization?

  • How has interdependence and trade linked regions of North America?

  • What is the role of citizens as stewards of natural resources and the environment?  

Unit 3. The Regions of Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean 

OAS Standard 6.2.3 The student will describe the predominant natural resources found in each region.

OAS Standard 6.2.4 The student will describe the relationship and summarize the impact of the distribution of major renewable and nonrenewable resources on each region.

OAS Standard 6.3 The student will identify the characteristics, distribution, and demographic patterns of human populations and systems of the Western Hemisphere

OAS Standard 6.4 The student will analyze the interactions of humans and their environment in the Western Hemisphere.

OAS Standard 6.5 The student will compare common physical and human characteristics of regions which create identity or uniqueness and influence people’s perceptions of the Western Hemisphere.

Suggested Instructional Time: 9 weeks 

Driving Question:

Essential Questions:

Supporting Questions:

  •  How have cultural characteristics and human adaptation to the environments of Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean created unique regions?

 

  • How do cultural traits connect regions?

  • How and why does culture change?

  • How do climate and natural resources affect human development?

 

  • How have the traits of language, ethnic heritage, and religion created unique cultures in Middle America? 

  • How are the resources and environments of Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean similar and different?

  • How have economic factors impacted development of Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean nations?

  • How do natural resources determine the standard of living for people of Middle America?

  • In what ways do push and pull factors of migration affect settlement patterns and societies over time?

  •  How do different forms of government operate to meet the needs of citizens? 

  • How have the levels of economic activities contributed to the development of certain regions?

  • What has been the impact of climate and natural disasters on human populations of the region?

Unit 4. The Geography of South America  

OAS Standard 6.2.3 The student will describe the predominant natural resources found in each region.

OAS Standard 6.2.4 The student will describe the relationship and summarize the impact of the distribution of major renewable and nonrenewable resources on each region.

OAS Standard 6.3 The student will identify the characteristics, distribution, and demographic patterns of human populations and systems of the Western Hemisphere

OAS Standard 6.4 The student will analyze the interactions of humans and their environment in the Western Hemisphere.

OAS Standard 6.5 The student will compare common physical and human characteristics of regions which create identity or uniqueness and influence people’s perceptions of the Western Hemisphere.

Suggested Instructional Time: 9 weeks 

Driving Question:

Essential Questions:

Supporting Questions:

  • In what ways have the interactions of humans, their cultures, and the abundant resources of South America affected economic opportunities and growth?       

  • How does where I live influence how I live?

  • What makes places unique and different?

  • How and why do humans adapt to and modify their environments?

  • What does it mean to be a "steward" of the environment? 

 

  • How does the cultural heritage of South America impact the region’s history and growth?

  •  In what ways are the cultural traits of South America’s people similar to other regions? 

  • What are South America’s major physical characteristics and how do they contribute to the region’s development?

  • How have economic factors impacted societies and governments of South America?

  • How do traditional, market, and command economic systems operate differently?

  • How has the distribution of major resources of South America affected its societies and development?

  • What is the role of ecotourism in creating environmental awareness regarding South America's resources?

  • How do South America’s systems of government respond to the needs of citizens?

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