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 6.4.3

Determine how human rights and responsibilities around the world have developed over time, and identify ways individuals and organizations work to protect rights considered essential for all humans.

• 6th Grade Lesson Ideas: Dash Robots
  This is a list of potential ideas based off a specific technology. None of these ideas are fully developed lessons. Please make changes and adaptations as necessary for the students in your class.
• A Look at Current Issues
  The current world today is wrought with issues that affect our students daily. This lesson is designed to introduce some of these issues.
• How Can I Help Change the World?
  Each student has the capability of protecting basic human rights through service and individual actions. This lesson gives students ideas in which they can make a difference in the world.
• 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.

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