Social Studies - 6th Grade (2024)
Lesson Plans

Strand 4: Our Modern World (World Religions, Cold War Era, Current Global Events/Issues)

Students will examine varying perspectives and opportunities for civic responsibilities based on the backdrop of two world wars, competing economic systems, and unprecedented technological changes. They will review how human and civil rights have developed over time, and use current events to increase awareness and identify possible solutions.

Compelling Questions:

• What are some of the commonalities found in major world religions?
• How has the struggle to gain and retain basic human rights, needs, and power in society resulted in historical conflict?
• Who are some of the inspiring people around the world who are champions of human rights and dignity?
• What impact might the (insert current global issue here) have on world economies?

Standard 6.4.1

Use primary and secondary sources to describe the impact and/or lasting historical significance of at least two major global events of the 20th–21st centuries not previously studied (for example, the Cold War, Vietnam, genocides, trade wars, terrorism, human rights movements).

• Causes of WWI (An Introductory Lesson)
  An introductory lesson that overviews the four main causes of World War I.Lesson focuses mainly on Conflict, Imperialism, Militarism, Nationalism and System of Alliances.Enduring Understanding:Students will understand the causes and effects of WWI on our world today.
• Global Issues using primary sources
  Global issues today can best be understood by studying the newspaper, the source that carries our current information. This lesson is to introduce students to how to use newspapers to understand what is currently happening in the world today.
• I'm Going on an Immigration
  Students learn about the experience of being an immigrant, which requires the traveler to plan for the journey, to pack, and to make difficult decisions. People from many cultures have created trunks or others containers to hold their belongings while they travel. The size of the carrying device limits the number of personal possessions, mementos, and material goods brought from home to begin a new life.
• Propaganda and its effects on WWI
  Propaganda had a large effect on opinions during World War One. This lesson is to introduce students to what propaganda is and how it can affect opinions and actions during wartime.
• Rights and Responsibilities
  As members of the human race we have certain rights and with those rights come certain responsibilities. This lesson is designed to help students understand their rights and responsibilities and how it affects their lives.
• WWI-Impact on Soldiers, Families, and Land
  This lesson is an interactive way for students to realize the impact WWI had upon soldiers, families, and land in Europe.
• World War I: Lessons and Legacies (Educator's Guide)
  This resource offers kids a chance to see how the Great War accelerated changes already occurring in the United States and how those impacts have lasted throughout time. Students critically analyze posters from WW1, engage in discussions, and critical thinking questions.
• World War One Main Events Using Primary Sources
  Students will explore the main events of World War One using primary source documents.Enduring Understanding:Students will understand the causes, effects, and main events of World War One.

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