Carver Middle School

6th Grade Social Studies Syllabus

6th Grade Georgia Standards: www.georgiastandards.org
Christy Prince
Email: christy.prince-simon@walton.k12.ga.us
Website: christyprince.weebly.com
Kate Kohler
Email: katie.kohler@walton.k12.ga.us
Website: kohlersocialstudies.weebly.com
Michael Wheeler
Email: mwheeler@walton.k12.ga.us
Website: mrwheelercms.weebly.com
Sixth grade students will study the history, geography, culture, political structure, and economics of
Latin America, Canada, Europe, and Australia. By the end of 6th grade, students will be able to:
Explain the impacts of location, climate, physical characteristics, natural resources, and
population size on these regions
Describe the cultural and historical characteristics of these regions
Describe the impact of governmental policies and individual behaviors on these regions
Describe different economic systems and economic policies as they relate to these
regions
Procedures and Activities:
Students will continue to work on their note taking skills, listening skills, reading
comprehension, and giving better oral and written responses.
Students will participate on individual and group projects (which may include oral
presentations).
Students are expected to participate in daily discussions.
Tests include all formats: multiple choice, true/false, matching, short answer, and fill in
the blank.
Yearly Course Outline The actual amount of time on each topic may change according to
student progress. Parents, please remember that the textbook and coach books will be used
resources. It is imperative that students take good notes and look over hand-outs daily.
Quarter 1: Map Skills, Economies, Governments, and the 3 Monotheistic religions
Quarter 2: Europe (Physical, Economic, Cultural, and Historical)
Quarter 3: Latin America (Physical, Economic, Cultural, and Historical)
Quarter 4: Canada and Australia (Physical, Economic, Cultural, and Historical), 7th grade
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Tutoring:
Tutoring is offered on Thursdays or by request from 2:30 3:00 PM.
*If you feel your student needs more tutoring, they will be made upon request and availability.
*Please remember, tutoring is for students of all ability levels, not just those who are struggling
academically.
Make-Up Work - Students are responsible for asking for make-up work from the teacher. All makeup work must be completed by the end of the quarter in which it was assigned, unless there are
extenuating circumstances.