Social Studies
OUR COURSE OF STUDY
UNITED STATES HISTORY
1900 TO THE PRESENT
The Sixth Grade course focuses on modern America from the beginning of the twentieth century to present times. Because our world is mostly effected by national and international events and changes after World War II, the thrust of this year’s study is placed most heavily on recent history. Special emphasis is placed on the study of America as a world leader. *
The course is divided into four broad topics:
FIRST NINE WEEKS:
I. The Emergence of Modern America: 1900-1928*
In the introduction to this study, students will review major changes in America from 1870 to 1900. This will include industrialization, urbanization, cultural changes and technology.
SECOND/THIRD NINE WEEKS:
II. The Great Depression and World War II: 1929-1945*
This unit will help the student identify the contributing factors of the stock market crash of 1929 and the Great Depression. It will explain the significance of the bombing of Pearl Harbor and the United States' entrance into World War II.
THIRD/FOURTH NINE WEEKS:
III. Postwar United States: 1945-1969*
This unit will evaluate changes in the United States after World War II. It will also describe
significant events of the Cold War, The Civil Rights Movement and the Vietnam War.
IV. Contemporary Unites States, 1970- Present*
In this unit the students will study the effectiveness of the Nixon, Ford, Carter, Reagan and Bush administrations. The impact of technological innovations, immigration, and other social issues of the 1990's will be studied.
*Alabama Course of Study-Social Studies
GENERAL INFORMATION
• Our text is The American Journey. We will study Chapters 18-32.
• Chapter tests are usually given every two-three weeks. Major Test days for Social Studies are Wednesday and Thursday. All major tests are worth 100 points. Make-up tests may be taken during homeroom or Social Studies class.
• Assigned homework is not given every night however students will always have a chapter to review and study. Homework assignments are worth 10 points. If absent, two days per sick day is allowed for make-up work.
• Check STI for online Social Studies grades.
• Several projects will be assigned throughout the year. Some of these will be for extra credit. More information concerning these projects will be sent home at a later date.
• Geography skills will be emphasized throughout the year.
• We will use Junior Scholastic to read and discuss current news stories.
• Suggested materials include: 3-ring binder, lined paper, pencils, red pens, colored pencils, markers and highlighters.
• Healthy snacks are always welcome.
* A-Slips can be earned by being "My Good People of Good Character."
If you or your child need to find out an assignment for this class or other classes please visit our Pizitz Home Page:
Click on the Homework Assignment line. Click on 6th grade. Scroll down to Huffman.
The webpage will have a date and time when it has been updated. Please note the information will only be accurate if accessed after 3:00 p.m.
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My email address is :
huffmandf@vestavia.kl2.us
I welcome your comments!
Guest speakers are welcomed and encouraged!
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