WEEK OF OCT 2

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SOCIAL STUDIES FINANCIAL FINESSE

OBJECTIVES LEARNED THIS WEEK:
G.1.1- Explain how the physical features and
human characteristics of a place influenced the
development of civilizations, societies and regions
(e.g., location near rivers and natural barriers,
trading practices and spread of culture).
G.1.3-Compare distinguishing characteristics of
various world regions (e.g., physical features,
culture, political organization and ethnic make-up)
TOPICS COVERED:
This week, we talked about what you need to
know before purchasing a car.
The students researched their dream car and
looked up all of the necessary information that
you would need before purchasing the car.
The students turned in this project on Friday
and will get the grade back by Monday.

G.1.4- Explain how and why civilizations,

societies and regions have used, modified and
adapted to their environments (e.g., invention of
tools, domestication of plants and animals, farming
techniques and creation of dwellings).

TOPICS COVERED:
We reviewed the concepts of Physical Features on
Earth and the pros and cons of each feature. The
class talked about what Physical Features would be
best for early civilizations.
The students created maps that both represented
something about them and displayed their
understanding of physical features.

ANYTHING EXTRA
- I have passed out all graded papers this past week so students know their grades on their
assignments.