Social Studies 6: Ancient World History

Semester A

The first semester of Social Studies 6 introduces students to the beginnings of ancient civilization. We will trace the path of human origins in Africa and follow the path of migration around the Earth. This course will help students understand why we study history and the process in which we form conclusions about events in the past. Students will begin to learn about the major ancient civilization around the world and their cultures. Modern civilizations can trace their foundations to these ancient civilizations, and their cultures and histories teach us much about ourselves and the modern world in which we live.

Semester B

In the second semester of Social Studies grade 6, students will continue to examine ancient civilizations and their cultures. In this semester we will continue to trace the path of human civilization from the Mediterranean through the Eastern world. An emphasis will be placed on critical thinking and connecting themes in history to our modern world.

Grade Level

6th Grade

Materials

Various art supplies and craft materials
Ingredients to make Roman food
Popsicle sticks
Glue
Play figurines
Drawing paper
Various art supplies
A dishpan (that you, don’t need for dishes again)
Oil-based paints
Paint thinner
Sticks for stirring
Jars in which to mix colors
Newspapers for marbled paper dry
Chinese food ingredients
Bamboo brush
A bowl of black watercolor paint
A large piece of white paper
Something to build a ziggurat with – Examples could be
Clay, sugar cubes or blocks

Duration

2 Semesters

Credit Value

1.0

Prerequisites

Social Studies 5