SOCIAL STUDIES: ANCIENT WORLD - 6TH GRADE

In sixth grade, students deepen their understanding of the Earth and its peoples through the study of history, geography, politics, culture, and economic systems. Students begin their examination of the world by exploring the location and spatial organization of the world's major regions. This exploration is then followed by looking at world history from its beginnings. Students are given an opportunity to study a few ancient civilizations deeply. In this way, students develop higher levels of critical thinking by considering why civilizations developed where and when they did and why they declined. Students analyze the interactions among the various cultures, emphasizing their enduring contributions and the link between the contemporary and ancient worlds.