sea lions social studies mrs. flounders [email protected] 610-853-5900 ext 5211 hms website e...
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SEA LIONS SOCIAL STUDIES
MRS. FLOUNDERS
610-853-5900 ext 5211
HMS Website
e faculty page
Curriculum to be covered this year
• Study Skills- Daily and weekly preparation • Geography Terms- Review vocabulary• 5 Themes of Geography• Middle East Geography and Cultures
– Ancient Sumer and Mesopotamia to present day
• Ancient Egypt• Africa- Geography, Ancient Kingdoms,
present day countries and cultures• Religions of the region
Textbooks to be used in class
Resources:• The World History ( Online access-
http://my.hrw.com) for home use.• The World Past and Present• World Explorer Series• Cultures of the World Series
(Research)
MAP SKILLSRecognizing differences in:
Political Physical
Distribution mapsMap symbols & LegendsLocation of current events
5 Themes of Geography• Location• Place• Region• Movement• Human Environment Interaction / HEI
The goal is to show the importance of the 5 themes in the ancient and present cultures of the world.
FOCUS
Why did Civilizations and Cultures develop where they did?
Assessments Interactive Notebook Maps Homework Quizzes Tests Projects Essays Midterm /Final Exams
How can parents help with Social Studies class?
1.Check assignment book nightly- Homework listed on HMS website- Sea Lions-M. Flounders pg.
2.Study with them for quizzes and tests
3. Watch/ discuss news
4. Help with textbook-on-line
5. Provide computer time at home.
DOES YOUR CHILD KNOW HOW TO
STUDY?This year the focus will be on:• how to prepare for class. • how to prepare for tests.
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Working Towards Social Studies Mastery
EQUALS
Thank you for coming this evening.
GO SEA LIONS!!