3rd grade social studies curriculum
1st Nine Weeks - Good Citizenship, Map Skills (Geographic Features of Asia, Africa, and Europe), Ancient China
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2nd Nine Weeks - Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, and Ancient Rome
Ancient Egypt and China Review Quizizz!
11/30/16 Click the link to Join Quizizz!. The code is: 853342 |
Exploring Ancient Greece - 11/30/16
Click on the link at the right (BBC Ancient Greece) to learn about Ancient Greece. Write at least 5 questions and answers that you learned! Complete your work in your Social Studies notebook. Be ready to share! |
today's challenge: 12/8/16
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Check out this video about elections!
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12/13/16
Did the Ancient Greeks specialize in shipbuilding???
***Click below to read more about Ancient Greek Shipbuilding***
Then, write 3 facts that you learned.
Did the Ancient Greeks specialize in shipbuilding???
***Click below to read more about Ancient Greek Shipbuilding***
Then, write 3 facts that you learned.
Ancient Greece quizizz coming soon!!!
12/14/16
Ancient Greece Keynote Presentations
The keynote presentation needs a title page, table of contents, and bibliography. Your presentation should answer the following questions:
1. What is the location of Greece?
2. How did the Ancient Greeks adapt to their environment?
3. How has Ancient Greece influenced modern government?
4. How has Ancient Greece influenced our sports and the arts?
5. How has Ancient Greece influenced architecture?
Click below for the rubric!
Ancient Greece Keynote Presentations
The keynote presentation needs a title page, table of contents, and bibliography. Your presentation should answer the following questions:
1. What is the location of Greece?
2. How did the Ancient Greeks adapt to their environment?
3. How has Ancient Greece influenced modern government?
4. How has Ancient Greece influenced our sports and the arts?
5. How has Ancient Greece influenced architecture?
Click below for the rubric!
Ancient rome research - 1/4/17
1. complete the easy and hard quizzes after watching the brainpop jr. video, "Ancient rome".
2. turn your work into the turn in tray.
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(see handout)
3. compete the short answer questions. (you can watch the video again if you need to - be sure to answer in complete sentences!)
4. complete the roman numerals side. turn your work into the turn in tray.
5. use the portaportal to research more about ancient rome!!! write at least 5 facts you learned about ancient rome. write the facts in your social studies notebook.
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January 23, 2017
Ancient Greece and Rome Review on Quizizz! Click the link to review Ancient Greece and Rome! If you finish before your classmates, STUDY your Social Studies Notebook! |
You need to take both!
The code for Ancient Greece is: 489686 The code for Ancient Rome is: 167554 |
January 26, 2017
Greek Gods/Goddesses Project
1. Watch the BrainPOP video, "Greek Gods".
2. Research more about Greek gods and goddesses on this site: http://www.bbc.co.uk/guides/zgt7mp3
3. Think about what your Greek god or goddess is like.
4. Complete your organizer in your notebook.
Greek Gods/Goddesses Project
1. Watch the BrainPOP video, "Greek Gods".
2. Research more about Greek gods and goddesses on this site: http://www.bbc.co.uk/guides/zgt7mp3
3. Think about what your Greek god or goddess is like.
4. Complete your organizer in your notebook.
5. Read some Greek myths found on this site:
http://greekmyths4kids.com/
6. Write a *NEW* Greek myth about your god or goddess!
7. Have FUN and BE CREATIVE!!!
http://greekmyths4kids.com/
6. Write a *NEW* Greek myth about your god or goddess!
7. Have FUN and BE CREATIVE!!!
Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Research Reports
Students, you have been researching all about Dr. King! Now it's time to put your information to use!
You will write a report about his life and his importance. Use the questions and rubric below to make sure you include all the required parts!
Your report needs to include the following information about Dr. King:
1. Early Life - When/where was he born? What was his childhood like?
2. Education/Employment - Where did he go to college? What jobs did he have?
3. Important Events - What are some key events during his life? What did he do? Be sure to explain the significance of the events.
4. Honoring Dr. King - How/when did he die? How do we honor/remember him today?
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Research Reports
Students, you have been researching all about Dr. King! Now it's time to put your information to use!
You will write a report about his life and his importance. Use the questions and rubric below to make sure you include all the required parts!
Your report needs to include the following information about Dr. King:
1. Early Life - When/where was he born? What was his childhood like?
2. Education/Employment - Where did he go to college? What jobs did he have?
3. Important Events - What are some key events during his life? What did he do? Be sure to explain the significance of the events.
4. Honoring Dr. King - How/when did he die? How do we honor/remember him today?
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The Social Studies Heritage Day Project
***Upcoming Assignment***
We look forward to learning more about each other!
***Upcoming Assignment***
We look forward to learning more about each other!
3rd Nine Weeks - Ancient Mali, Economics
LET'S LEARN ABOUT CHINESE NEW YEAR!
DO YOU KNOW WHAT ANIMAL IS FOR THE YEAR OF 2018?
DO YOU KNOW WHAT ANIMAL IS FOR THE YEAR OF 2018?
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Things to learn about Ancient Mali
1. Where was the empire of Mali located? Be specific - tell the continent and hemispheres.
2. What are the physical characteristics and climate of Mali?
3. Describe the human characteristics of the people of Ancient Mali. Include illustrations.
4. What are griots? Explain their importance.
5. Why was the empire of Mali so wealthy?
6. What natural resource came from the desert in Mali? Why was this resource so important?
7. What natural resource came from the mines in southern Mali? Why was it important?
8. Name the city in Mali that had a famous university and large library of books from ancient Greece and Rome.
9. Describe the government of Ancient Mali and name at least one of the famous rulers.
10. Name at least 2 similarities and 2 differences between Ancient Mali and Ancient Greece and Rome.
1. Where was the empire of Mali located? Be specific - tell the continent and hemispheres.
2. What are the physical characteristics and climate of Mali?
3. Describe the human characteristics of the people of Ancient Mali. Include illustrations.
4. What are griots? Explain their importance.
5. Why was the empire of Mali so wealthy?
6. What natural resource came from the desert in Mali? Why was this resource so important?
7. What natural resource came from the mines in southern Mali? Why was it important?
8. Name the city in Mali that had a famous university and large library of books from ancient Greece and Rome.
9. Describe the government of Ancient Mali and name at least one of the famous rulers.
10. Name at least 2 similarities and 2 differences between Ancient Mali and Ancient Greece and Rome.
***The following links are SUPER HELPFUL for learning and reviewing Ancient Greece, Rome, and Mali. Please be sure to check them out!
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2/16/17 - Ancient Mali Review on Quizizz!
Click the link below to join Quizizz!
The code is: 319286
Click the link below to join Quizizz!
The code is: 319286
2/21/17 - LET'S LEARN ABOUT PRESIDENTS' DAY!
WHY DO WE CELEBRATE PRESIDENTS' DAY?
(DISCUSS IN YOUR TABLE GROUP)
NOW, LET'S LEARN MORE ABOUT ABRAHAM LINCOLN! WATCH THE BRAINPOP JR. VIDEO ON ABRAHAM LINCOLN, THEN ANSWER THE COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS.
WHY DO WE CELEBRATE PRESIDENTS' DAY?
(DISCUSS IN YOUR TABLE GROUP)
NOW, LET'S LEARN MORE ABOUT ABRAHAM LINCOLN! WATCH THE BRAINPOP JR. VIDEO ON ABRAHAM LINCOLN, THEN ANSWER THE COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS.
2/23/17 - Current events!!!
check out these news articles!
Week of march 6, 2017
we are beginning our research for the "night at the museum" - (The wax museum project!)
The students have chosen the influential person they will be representing.
please click the links below to learn more!
3/24/17 - Let's review some economics vocabulary!
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3/29/17 - Famous Contributions and Character Traits
Ready to show what you know? What character trait BEST describes your Wax Museum person? Go Formative to show what you know!
The code is: KKRN277
Ready to show what you know? What character trait BEST describes your Wax Museum person? Go Formative to show what you know!
The code is: KKRN277
Geographic Features in North America and South America!
1. Draw an outline of North America. Label the following geographic features:
* Appalachian Mountains
* Great Lakes
* Mississippi River
* Rio Grande
* Rocky Mountains
2. Draw an outline of South America. Label the following:
* Amazon River
* Amazon Rain Forest
* Andes Mountains
3. Click the link below to learn more about the 5 Great Lakes. Write the answers to the questions in your Social Studies notebook.
1. Draw an outline of North America. Label the following geographic features:
* Appalachian Mountains
* Great Lakes
* Mississippi River
* Rio Grande
* Rocky Mountains
2. Draw an outline of South America. Label the following:
* Amazon River
* Amazon Rain Forest
* Andes Mountains
3. Click the link below to learn more about the 5 Great Lakes. Write the answers to the questions in your Social Studies notebook.
4. Choose one of the above geographic features in either North America or South America to research!
*** Use World Book Online for your research ***
*** Use World Book Online for your research ***
4th Nine Weeks Government/Civics, End of Year Review
***4/18/17 - America's Government ***
Job #1 -
Watch the "Branches of Government" video on BrainPOP Jr. Then complete the Easy and Hard quizzes.
Job #2 -
After you have taken both the Easy and Hard Quizzes - Write 3 facts you learned in your Social Studies notebook.
Job #3 -
Answer the following questions:
1. Which branch of government is MOST important in your opinion? Why do you think that? Explain your answer in complete sentences.
2. Would you like to work in the government? Why or why not? What would you like to do? Explain your answer in complete sentences.
Job #4
Finally, watch the following related videos: "President", "Local and State Governments", "Rights and Responsibilities". Write 3 additional facts in your notebook for EACH video.
*** Ready for the Government Quizizz?
The code is: 093475
Job #1 -
Watch the "Branches of Government" video on BrainPOP Jr. Then complete the Easy and Hard quizzes.
Job #2 -
After you have taken both the Easy and Hard Quizzes - Write 3 facts you learned in your Social Studies notebook.
Job #3 -
Answer the following questions:
1. Which branch of government is MOST important in your opinion? Why do you think that? Explain your answer in complete sentences.
2. Would you like to work in the government? Why or why not? What would you like to do? Explain your answer in complete sentences.
Job #4
Finally, watch the following related videos: "President", "Local and State Governments", "Rights and Responsibilities". Write 3 additional facts in your notebook for EACH video.
*** Ready for the Government Quizizz?
The code is: 093475
4/19/17
* Today you will finish the jobs from yesterday (See above). Be sure to review your notes before you take the Quizizz - it is a grade!
*Then, go to Mrs. Crawford's portaportal to research any topic of your choice under "Government". Take some time to explore the different websites - there is a lot of GREAT information! Be sure to take notes! You may create a keynote presentation!
* Today you will finish the jobs from yesterday (See above). Be sure to review your notes before you take the Quizizz - it is a grade!
*Then, go to Mrs. Crawford's portaportal to research any topic of your choice under "Government". Take some time to explore the different websites - there is a lot of GREAT information! Be sure to take notes! You may create a keynote presentation!
4/21/17
*Click the link below to learn more about the "POTUS" - (President of the United States). Be sure to use the text to answer the questions!
*Click the link below to learn more about the "POTUS" - (President of the United States). Be sure to use the text to answer the questions!
5/11/17
We've been talking about Civil Rights activists - such as Dr. King, Rosa Parks, Thurgood Marshall, and Cesar Chavez... Let's learn more about the importance of Harriet Tubman! Click on the link below to read the article. Then be sure to use the text to answer the questions!
We've been talking about Civil Rights activists - such as Dr. King, Rosa Parks, Thurgood Marshall, and Cesar Chavez... Let's learn more about the importance of Harriet Tubman! Click on the link below to read the article. Then be sure to use the text to answer the questions!
What's Next? Ready to learn more about the Underground Railroad ? Click the links below to learn its Secret Codes and Songs! Pretend you are a part of the Underground Railroad and write a letter communicating with someone else! What would you say or sing?
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5/17/17
Have you heard of Fidget Spinners?
Do you think they're a helpful tool for learning or too distracting for school?
The article below discusses both sides of this current events issue. Read the article and answer the comprehension questions. Later, we will write our own persuasive letters about fidget spinners. Click below for the article!
Have you heard of Fidget Spinners?
Do you think they're a helpful tool for learning or too distracting for school?
The article below discusses both sides of this current events issue. Read the article and answer the comprehension questions. Later, we will write our own persuasive letters about fidget spinners. Click below for the article!