6th GRADE COURSE SYLLABUSSocial Studies DescriptionThis year students will begin this course exploring several major geographical regions around the world. Our regions of study will include Europe, Latin America, Canada, and Australia. Students will also study Personal Finance and Economics. During this course, learners will participate in an inquiry-based service learning project-National History Day and Junior Achievement Biztown. Please refer to the Georgia Performance Standards for detailed listings of standards. (www.georgiastandards.org)

Units of Study for 6th grade Unit 1 Economics and Government FundamentalsUnit 2 Geography of EuropeUnit 3 The Historical and Political Development of EuropeUnit 4 Economic Developments in EuropeUnit 5 Geography of Latin AmericaUnit 6 The Historical and Political Developments of Latin AmericaUnit 7 Economic Developments in Latin AmericaUnit 8 Geography of CanadaUnit 9 The Historical and Political Developments of CanadaUnit 10 Economic Developments of CanadaUnit 11 Geography of AustraliaUnit 12 The Historical and Political Developments of AustraliaUnit 13 Economic Developments of AustraliaUnit 14 Personal Money Management

Google Classroom- Teachers will post homework assignments, projects, and view resources in Google Classrooms. Students and parents will be provided a link to join.

Suggested Materials for Student Success: 1 Composition Book (used daily) 1 Prong Pocket Paper Folder Expo markers Blue, Black, and Red Pens Pencils with sharpener or mechanical pencils Notebook paper Colored Markers & Colored Pencils Glue Sticks

Classroom Donations Needed: Colored construction paper Hand sanitizer Facial tissue Copy Paper (Colored and White) Quart and gallons Ziplock bags Lysol Wipes

Grading Scale:

90-100% A80-89% B74-79% C70-73% DBelow 70% F