Bell Work1. Homework: NONE

2. Write the following in the upper right hand corner: Today’s Title: #3 Uncovering the Past

3. On page 6 of your textbook, read the “If You Were There” paragraph.

4. Write the following on the left-side page:WAR: “What might you learn from ancient

writings?”Then answer the question.

CHAPTER 1

UNCOVERING THE PAST

Section 1: What is History?The study of the pastHistorians: people who study history (well,

duh!)Want to know how people lived and why

they did the things they didWant to learn about their problems and

solutionsStudy the past to learn about people’s

culture, which is the knowledge, customs, and values of a group

What is Archaeology?Study of the past based on what people left

behind

Archaeologists explore places where people once lived and examine objects to learn about the past

Knowing Yourselfhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byDN8aoR4TI Without your own personal history, you

would not have an identityYour past makes you who you are.History teaches us about the experiences

we have been through as a people.It shapes our identity and teaches us the

values that we share.

Knowing OthersHistory teaches us about cultures unlike

our own.It also helps us understand why other

people think they way they do.Consequently, we will learn to respect and

understand our differences.Promotes tolerance!Knowing about the past can help build

social harmony throughout the world

Knowing Your WorldHistory provides us with a better understanding of

where you live.It also helps us understand how the past shapes

today’s events.Worldwide events can affect anyone, anywhere.History will help you gain a better understanding

of science, math, religion, government, and other subjects.

You will develop mental skills and good decision-making skills, making us more productive adults.

“Those who forget their past are doomed to repeat it”

PRE-AP WIOBellwork: Continue working on your Mystery Artifact observation with your group

NO Homework today!

Bell WorkHomework: NONE

TODAY’S TITLE: #4 Studying History 9/4/2012

New Goal: SWBAT interpret primary and secondary sources.

WAR: Answer ONE of the following questions:1. Name 2 groups of Americans who might interpret our

history differently and why?2. How does history help citizens around the world know

their own countries better?3. What may tomorrow’s history books say about today’s

world?(Please write out the question you are answering)

Using CluesWe rely on a variety of sources to learn

historyWe use fossils (animal or plant remains)

for information on the first humansEx: bones and footprintsWe also use artifacts (made by humans)Ex: coins, arrowheads, tools, toys, pottery

Sources of Information5,000 years ago writing was invented (yes, INVENTED!)Writing gives us many clues about the past.2 types of historical sources: primary and secondary

sourcesPrimary source is an account of an event created by

SOMEONE WHO TOOK PART OR WITNESSED THE EVENTEx: treaties, letters, laws, diaries, court documents, or audio and visual recordingSecondary source is information gathered by SOMEONE

WHO DID NOT TAKE PART IN OR WITNESS THE EVENTEx: textbooks, journal articles, encyclopedias, biographies

Sources of ChangeWriters of history don’t always agree.People may interpret the past differently.New evidence could lead to new

conclusions.Interpretations can and do change

Bell WorkHomework: Make a map of fictional country and label at least 5 geographical items. How do the resources of your country support the people who live there?

TODAY’S TITLE: #6 Geography 9/6/12

TODAY’S GOALS: SWBAT use geography tools and know the difference between continents, countries, and cities.

WAR: Draw a map and write directions between 2 places in the classroom. Label important landmarks and use footsteps to estimate how long it will take to get from one place to another. If you need to get up, you can.

HOMEWORK SAMPLESEE BOARD UNDER SCREEN!

SECTION 2: STUDYING PLACES AND PEOPLEGeography is the study of the earth’s physical and

cultural features.Physical Geography is the study of the earth’s

land and features- landforms: natural features of the land’s

surface (ex- mountains, valleys, plains, etc.)- climate: pattern of weather conditions

over a long period of time. Affects many features of a region such as plant life and landformsClimate and landforms are part of the

environment, which includes all living and nonliving things that affect life in an area.

HUMAN GEOGRAPHYHuman Geography: study of people and

the places where they live.Deals with how the environment affects

people and how they live.For example:“Why do people live near rivers?”“How do people living in the desert survive?”

May determine how people eat, dress, and what kinds of jobs people have.

Studying LocationLocation tells where something is.Every place on Earth has an absolute

location and many relative locations.No two places in the world are exactly

alike.Geographers try to understand the effects

that different locations have on humans.

Learning From MapsA map is a drawing of an area.Maps can show many different kinds of

things: physical features of geography, boundaries, symbols, rivers.

Most maps have a compass rose to show direction.

NO WIO TODAY

Bell WorkHOMEWORK: NONE

TODAY’S TITLE: #7 Geography Part 2

No new goal for today!

WAR: Answer the map questions 1-2 on page 14. (They are located at the bottom of the page under the maps of Florida!)

Learning About RegionsA region is an area with one or more

features that make it different from surrounding areas.

Differences in features can be physical, dealing with climate, human populations, language, or religion.

Geography Affects ResourcesEarly on, people could only survive in areas

where there was food and water.Places had to be rich in resources,

materials that people need and value.Resources can include food, water, fertile

land, stones, and metals.

Geography Shapes CulturesEarly people developed different cultures

because of their environments.Ex: Ancient Egyptians believed that the god Hapi controlled the Nile River.Geography also affects the growth of

civilizations.Most civilizations formed along rivers.Geography can also provide protection

from invaders.

Geography Influences HistoryCivilizations with many resources grew

richer and more powerful than other civilizations that did not have as many resources.

Geography can also cause problems such as floods, drought, and storms

People can also affect the environment in positive and negative ways, which is a factor in history as well.

WIO: Where in the World?You will be divided into groups and given a specific region to “research”. List all the geographical features of your region with your group.

Then we will play “Where in the World?”. You will give clues to the other groups about your region, but DON’T SAY THE NAME OF YOUR REGION! The group that guesses the region correctly gets a point. You will be able to flip through the atlases of your book in the back. The group with the most points at the end wins!