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1 A Correlation of The World, Grade to the Indiana Academic Standards for Social Studies Grade 7 G/SS-22A

2 Scott Foresman Social Studies This document demonstrates the high degree of success students will achieve when using Scott Foresman Social Studies, The World in meeting the Grade 7 Indiana Academic Standards for Social Studies. This correlation begins with the lesson titles in Scott Foresman Social Studies, The World, and then shows the Indiana Academic Standards that are covered in the lesson. Scott Foresman is pleased to introduce our new Scott Foresman Social Studies, Kindergarten through Grade 6 - the social studies program that helps every child become an active, involved, and informed citizen. Content Scott Foresman Social Studies content covers the key social studies strands: Citizenship, Culture, Economics, Geography, Government, History and Science/Technology. Scott Foresman Social Studies content is organized for a flexible teaching plan. If time is short, teachers may use the Quick Teaching Plan to cover the core content and skills or to add depth, teachers may use the wealth of information in each unit. Accessibility Scott Foresman Social Studies provides systematic instruction to improve comprehension and to reach out to all learners. In every unit, reading skills are developed through built-in lessons. Target comprehension skills are pre-taught and then applied throughout the unit for sustained practice. Graphic organizers provide support for every skill. Motivation Scott Foresman Social Studies is filled with compelling visuals, intriguing facts, and exciting real-world learning. Smithsonian Visual Lessons were developed exclusively for Scott Foresman in cooperation with the Smithsonian Institution. Dorling Kindersley Visual Lessons provide bold, large-as life photographs with interesting, easy-to-read expository captions. Music lessons introduce or reinforce important concepts and vocabulary. Discovery Channel school projects provide exclusive, hands-on unit projects which synthesize and enhance learning. A special feature entitled You Are There, provides captivating suspense-packed reading that builds excitement and lets students experience the event from a personal perspective. A Web-Based Information Center continually updates information, maps, and biographies. Accountability Scott Foresman Social Studies provides built-in skill lessons in every unit and multiple assessment tools to develop thinking citizens. Informal assessment opportunities monitor children s learning and provide If/then guidelines with specific reteaching strategies and effective practice. Formal assessment opportunities assess children s learning and provide practice for key test-taking skills. Test-taking strategy lessons provide test preparation for national and state tests.

3 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 1 Digging Up the Past Lesson 1 Early Gatherers and Hunters, pp DK The Ice Age, p. 12 Citizen Heroes: Stone Age Healers, p.17 Lesson 2 Early Farmers, pp Chart and Graph Skills: Use Parallel Time Lines, pp Lesson 3 Developing Cultures, pp Chapter 1 Review, pp IN Academic Standard Trace steps in the development of written language, including the evolution of Sumerian cuneiform, Egyptian hieroglyphics, and Chinese calligraphy. Reviews IN Academic Standard Define anthropology and archeology, and explain how these fields contribute to our understanding of societies. (Related Content) IN Academic Standard Describe the achievements of ancient Egypt in art, architecture, religion, and government. relationships, bearing in mind multiple causation. IN Academic Standard Develop and compare timelines that identify major people, events and developments in the history of the individual civilizations and/or countries that comprise Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. relationships, bearing in mind multiple causation. IN Academic Standard Trace steps in the development of written language, including the evolution of Sumerian cuneiform, Egyptian hieroglyphics, and Chinese calligraphy. The are listed in this correlation on page 25. 1

4 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 2 Early Civilizations Lesson 1 The Fertile Crescent, pp Lesson 2 Mesopotamia, pp Biography: Gilgamesh, p. 44 Biography: Sargon, p. 47 Lesson 3 Babylonia and Assyria, pp Biography: Hammurabi, p. 51 Lesson 4 Hebrews, Phoenicians, and Lydians, pp Thinking Skills: Make Inferences, pp IN Academic Standard Explain the rise of early civilizations in the river valleys of the Tigris and Euphrates in Mesopotamia and along the Nile in Northeastern Africa, including Egypt and Kush. Also 7.1.5, , 7.3.1, 7.3.4, 7.3.5, 7.3.6, , and IN Academic Standard Explain the rise of early civilizations in the river valleys of the Tigris and Euphrates in Mesopotamia and along the Nile in Northeastern Africa, including Egypt and Kush. Also , , 7.5.2, 7.5.3, and IN Academic Standard Trace steps in the development of written language, including the evolution of Sumerian cuneiform, Egyptian hieroglyphics, and Chinese calligraphy. IN Academic Standard Explain the rise of early civilizations in the river valleys of the Tigris and Euphrates in Mesopotamia and along the Nile in Northeastern Africa, including Egypt and Kush. (Related Content) IN Academic Standard Explain the rise of early civilizations in the river valleys of the Tigris and Euphrates in Mesopotamia and along the Nile in Northeastern Africa, including Egypt and Kush. Also , 7.5.3, 7.5.4, and IN Academic Standard Trace steps in the development of written language, including the evolution of Sumerian cuneiform, Egyptian hieroglyphics, and Chinese calligraphy. IN Academic Standard Describe the historical origins, central beliefs, and spread of major religions, including Judaism. Also 7.1.5, , and IN Academic Standard Form and respond to historical questions and use a variety of information resources to find and evaluate historical data on the people, places, events, and developments that have played a part in the history of Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. Also The are listed in this correlation on page 25. 2

5 Chapter 2 Review, pp IN Academic Standard Explain the rise of early civilizations in the river valleys of the Tigris and Euphrates in Mesopotamia and along the Nile in Northeastern Africa, including Egypt and Kush. Also and The are listed in this correlation on page 25. 3

6 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 3 Ancient Egypt and Nubia Lesson 1 The Lifeline of the Nile, pp Map and Globe Skills: Compare Maps at Different Scales, pp Lesson 2 Life in Egypt, pp Citizen Heroes: Tomb Builders, p. 88 Biography: Hatshepsut, p. 91 Lesson 3 Nubia and Egypt, pp Chapter 3 Review, p IN Academic Standard Describe the achievements of ancient Egypt in art, architecture, religion, and government. Also 7.1.1, , 7.3.4, 7.3.5, 7.3.6, 7.3.9, , , 7.5.4, and IN Academic Standard Use spatial map elements to interpret information on maps, gloves and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Also 7.1.1, 7.3.4, 7.3.5, 7.3.6, 7.3.8, , and IN Academic Standard Describe the achievements of ancient Egypt in art, architecture, religion, and government. Also 7.1.1, 7.1.5, , , 7.5.2, 7.5.4, 7.5.5, and IN Academic Standard Describe the achievements of ancient Egypt in art, architecture, religion, and government. IN Academic Standard Describe the achievements of ancient Egypt in art, architecture, religion, and government. Also IN Academic Standard Explain the rise of early civilizations in the river valleys of the Tigris and Euphrates in Mesopotamia and along the Nile in Northeastern Africa, including Egypt and Kush. Also 7.1.5, , 7.3.4, 7.3.5, 7.3.6, , , 7.5.3, and IN Academic Standard 7.1.1, Explain the rise of early civilizations in the river valleys of the Tigris and Euphrates in Mesopotamia and along the Nile in Northeastern Africa, including Egypt and Kush. Also The are listed in this correlation on page 25. 4

7 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 4 Ancient China Lesson 1 The Geography of China, pp IN Academic Standard Compare the early civilizations of the Indus River Valley in South Asia with the Huang-He of China. Also , 7.3.1, 7.3.4, 7.3.5, 7.3.6, 7.3.8, , and Chart and Graph Skills: Interpret Climographs, pp Lesson 2 China s Past, pp Biography: Qin Shi Huangdi, p. 113 Lesson 3 Legacy of Thought, pp Chapter 4 Review, pp IN Academic Standard Explain the role of Earth/sun relationships in influencing the climate and ecosystems of Asia, Africa, and the Southwest Pacific. Also IN Academic Standard Explain the importance of early trade routes in the eastern Mediterranean, India, and China, including the early Silk Road. Also 7.1.3, , , 7.5.4, and IN Academic Standard Compare the early civilizations of the Indus River Valley in South Asia with the Huang-He of China. IN Academic Standard Describe the historical origins, central beliefs, and spread of major religions, including Confucianism. Also , , and IN Academic Standard Develop and compare timelines that identify major people, events, and developments in the history of the individual civilizations and/or countries that comprise Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. The are listed in this correlation on page 25. 5

8 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 5 Ancient India and Persia Lesson 1 Geography of South Asia, pp Lesson 2 India and Persia, pp Biography: Chandragupta Maurya, p. 135 Lesson 3 Hinduism, pp Lesson 4 Buddhism, pp Research and Writing skills: Gather and Report Information, pp Chapter 5 Review, pp IN Academic Standard Trace the voyages of exploration from Europe that resulted in colonization of parts of Asia and the Southwest Pacific. Also , 7.3.1, 7.3.4, 7.3.5, 7.3.6, 7.3.8, , , , and IN Academic Standard 7.1.3, Develop and compare timelines that identify major people, events and developments in the history of the civilizations and/or countries that comprise Africa, Asia and the Southwest Pacific. Also 7.1.3, , 7.3.4, 7.3.5, 7.3.6, , , 7.5.1, 7.5.2, 7.5.4, 7.5.5, and IN Academic Standard Identify and evaluate solutions and alternative courses of action chosen by people to resolve problems confronting people in Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. (Opportunity to Address Objective) IN Academic Standard Describe the historical origins, central beliefs, and spread of major religions, including Hinduism. Also 7.1.3, , 7.5.1, and IN Academic Standard 7.1.3, Describe the historical origins, central beliefs, and spread of major religions, including Buddhism. Also 7.1.3, , and IN Academic Standard Form and respond to historical questions and use a variety of information resources to find and evaluate historical data on the people, places, events, and developments that have played a part in the history of Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. IN Academic Standard Develop and compare timelines that identify major people, events, and developments in the history of the individual civilizations and/or countries that comprise Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. Also The are listed in this correlation on page 25. 6

9 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 6 Mesoamerican Civilizations Lesson 1 Geography of Mesoamerica, pp Map and Globe Skills: Use Map Projections, pp Lesson 2 The Olmec and the Maya, pp Lesson 3 The Aztecs, pp Biography: Moctezuma II, p. 181 Chapter 6 Review, pp IN Academic Standard Use different map projections and compare the way they represent the Eastern Hemisphere. Also IN Academic Standard Use different map projections and compare the way they represent the Eastern Hemisphere. The are listed in this correlation on page 25. 7

10 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 7 The Early Peoples of South America Lesson 1 Geography of South America, p Lesson 2 The Chavin and the Mochica, pp Map and Globe Skills: Use Latitude and Longitude, pp Lesson 3 The Inca, pp Citizen Heroes: Caring for Culture, p. 202 Biography: Pachacuti, p. 203 Chapter 7 Review, pp Reviews IN Academic Standard Use latitude and longitude to locate places on Earth and describe the uses of locational technology. IN Academic Standard Define and compare citizenship and the citizen s role in selected countries of Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. (Related Content) (Opportunity to Address Objective) IN Academic Standard Recognize historical perspective by identifying the historical context in which events occurred, and avoid evaluating the past solely in terms of present-day norms. (Opportunity to Address Objective) The are listed in this correlation on page 25. 8

11 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 8 Early North American Peoples Lesson 1 Geography of North America, pp Lesson 2 The Southwestern Peoples, pp Thinking Skills: Detect Bias, pp Lesson 3 The Mound Builders, pp Lesson 4 Early Canadians, pp Biography: Deganawidah, p. 225 Smithsonian Institution: Inuit Artifacts, pp Issues and Viewpoints: The Future of Rain Forests, pp Chapter 8 Review, pp Reviews IN Academic Standard Describe the major physical characteristics of regions in the Americas (and Europe). Reviews IN Academic Standard Compare and contrast cultural patterns. (Opportunity to Address Objective) Reviews IN Academic Standard Examine artifacts to determine their use and significance. Reviews IN Academic Standard Compare and contrast cultural patterns, such as language, religion, and ethnicity. (Opportunity to Address Objective) The are listed in this correlation on page 25. 9

12 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 9 Ancient Greece Lesson 1 The Geography of Greece, pp Lesson 2 The Greek City-States, pp Biography: Pericles, p. 257 Map and Globe Skills: Compare City Maps at Different Scales, pp Lesson 3 The Golden Age of Athens, pp Biography: Socrates, p. 265 Lesson 4 Alexander the Great, pp DK Greek Architecture, p. 270 Chapter 9 Review, pp IN Academic Standard Explain the importance of early trade routes in the eastern Mediterranean, India, and China, including the Silk Road. Also and Reviews IN Academic Standard Describe the development of ancient Aegean civilizations, and the Greek citybased republics, including the cultural achievements of Athens. Also Reviews IN Academic Standard Describe the development of ancient Aegean civilizations, and the Greek citybased republics, including the cultural achievements of Athens. IN Academic Standard Use spatial map elements to interpret information on maps, globes, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). (Related Content) IN Academic Standard Compare and contrast how social institutions influence individual behavior in different societies. (Opportunity to Address Objective) Also , and Reviews IN Academic Standard Describe the development of ancient Aegean civilizations, and the Greek citybased republics, including the cultural achievements of Athens. Reviews IN Academic Standard Describe the development of ancient Aegean civilizations, and the Greek citybased republics, including the cultural achievements of Athens. The are listed in this correlation on page

13 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 10 Ancient Rome Lesson 1 Rome s Beginnings, pp IN Academic Standard Examine the impact of cultural change brought about by technological inventions and innovations in the past and present. Research and Writing Skills: Use Primary and Secondary Sources, pp Lesson 2 The Roman Republic, pp Lesson 3 The Roman Empire, pp Citizen Heroes: Warrior and Philosopher, p. 293 Lesson 4 The Rise of Christianity, pp. 294 Lesson 5 Rise and Fall, pp Biography: Eudocia, p. 305 Chapter 10 Review, pp IN Academic Standard Form and respond to historical questions and use a variety of information resources to find and evaluate historical data on the people, places, events, and developments that have played a part in the history of Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. Also and IN Academic Standard Compare and contrast how social institutions, including the family, religion, education, government, and the economic system, influence individual behavior in different societies in Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific in the past and present. Also and IN Academic Standard Describe the historical origins, central beliefs, and spread of major religions, including Christianity. Also IN Academic Standard Describe the historical origins, central beliefs, and spread of major religions, including Christianity. Reviews IN Academic Standard Trace the major developments and achievements of the Roman Republic and the rise and expansion of the Roman Empire. The are listed in this correlation on page

14 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 11 Byzantine Empire and Ancient Arabia Lesson 2 The Greatness of the Byzantine Empire, pp Biography: Justinian and Theodora, p. 329 Lesson 3 Development of Islam, pp IN Academic Standard Describe the historical origins, central beliefs, and spread of major religions, including Christianity. IN Academic Standard Recognize historical perspective by identifying the historical context in which events occurred, and avoid evaluating the past solely in terms of present-day norms. (Opportunity to Address Objective) IN Academic Standard Describe the historical origins, central beliefs, and spread of major religions, including Islam. Also , 7.3.4, 7.3.5, 7.3.6, , , and Lesson 4 The Islamic World, pp Citizen Heroes: Respecting Other Cultures, p. 339 Chart and Graph Skills: Use Line Graphs, p Chapter 11 Review, pp IN Academic Standard Describe the historical origins, central beliefs, and spread of major religions, including Islam. Also 7.1.5, , 7.5.1, 7.5.3, 7.5.4, and IN Academic Standard Describe the extent and influence of Muslim civilization, including political organization, the growth of cities, the development of trans-saharan and other trade routes, and scientific and cultural contributions to other cultures of the time. Also and IN Academic Standard Use maps, charts, and graphs to compare rural and urban populations in selected countries. (Related Content) IN Academic Standard Describe the historical origins, central beliefs, and spread of major religions, including Islam. The are listed in this correlation on page

15 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 12 Asian Empires Lesson 1 Empires of Asia, pp Lesson 2: Chinese Dynasties, pp DK Paper, Printing, and Books, p. 354 Lesson 3 The Khmer, pp Lesson 4 Japan In Isolation, pp Research and Writing Skills: Gather and Report Information, pp IN Academic Standard Describe the extent and influence of Muslim civilization, including political organization and cultural contributions to other cultures of the time. Also , , 7.3.1, 7.3.4, 7.3.5, 7.3.6, , and IN Academic Standard Describe developments in agriculture, technology, and commerce during the Tang and Song Dynasties in China. Also 7.1.9, , , , 7.3.4, 7.3.5, 7.3.6, , , and IN Academic Standard Examine the impact of cultural change brought about by technological inventions and innovations in the past and present. Also , 7.3.4, 7.3.5, 7.3.6, , , and IN Academic Standard Describe the development of Japanese court life, the shogunate and warrior class system, feudalism, and the rise of military society. Also 7.1.9, , , , 7.3.4, 7.3.5, 7.3.6, , , and IN Academic Standard Form and respond to historical questions and use a variety of information resources to find and evaluate historical data on the people, places, events, and developments that have played a part in the history of Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. Chapter 12 Review, pp IN Academic Standard Form and respond to historical questions and use a variety of information resources to find and evaluate historical data on the people, places, events, and developments that have played a part in the history of Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. Also The are listed in this correlation on page

16 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 13 African Empires Lesson 1 The Geography of Africa, pp IN Academic Standard Name and locate major regions, mountain ranges, river systems, countries, and cities in Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. Also 7.1.7, , , 7.3.1, 7.3.5, , , and Lesson 2 West African Kingdoms, pp Biography: Sundiata, p. 379 Lesson 3 East, Central, and Southern Africa, pp Research and Writing Skills: Use the Internet, pp IN Academic Standard Describe the development of sub-saharan civilizations in Africa, including the kingdoms of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai, and the importance of historic political and trading centers, such as Timbuktu. Also , , 7.3.4, 7.3.5, 7.3.6, , and IN Academic Standard Give examples of specific changes in societies in Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific as a result of cultural diffusion in the past and present. Also 7.1.7, , , 7.3.4, 7.3.5, 7.3.6, , and IN Academic Standard Form and respond to historical questions and use a variety of information resources to find and evaluate historical data on the people, places, events, and developments that have played a part in the history of Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. Also Chapter 13 Review, pp IN Academic Standard Develop and compare timelines that identify major people, events, and developments in the history of the individual civilizations and/or countries that comprise Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. Also 7.1.7, and The are listed in this correlation on page

17 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 14 Medieval Europe Lesson 1 Geography of Europe, pp Lesson 2 Rules and Invaders, pp Biography: Charlemagne, p. 399 Lesson 3 Life in the Middle Ages, pp Lesson 4 Crusades, Trade, and the Plague, pp Map and Globe Skills: Use a Time Zone Map, pp Chapter 14 Review, pp IN Academic Standard Name and locate major regions, mountain ranges, river systems, countries, and cities in Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. (Opportunity to Address Objective), Reviews IN Academic Standard Examine key ideas of the Magna Carta as a document to place limits on the English monarchy. (Opportunity to Address Objective) IN Academic Standard Explain the importance of early trade routes in the eastern Mediterranean, India, and China, including the Silk Road. Also 7.1.6, Reviews IN Academic Standard Compare different map types and different map projections, and explain the appropriate use for each. The are listed in this correlation on page

18 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 15 New Beginnings Lesson 1 The Renaissance, pp Lesson 2 Trade Routes and Conquests, pp Biography: Elizabeth I, pp. 443 Lesson 3 European Colonization, pp Research and Writing Skills: Interpret Political Cartoons, pp Chapter 15 Review, pp Also IN Academic Standard Trace the voyages of exploration from Europe that resulted in colonization of parts of Asia and the Southwest Pacific. Also , , IN Academic Standard identify European nations that colonized Asia and Africa. Also and IN Academic Standard Recognize historical perspective by identifying the historical context in which events occurred, and avoid evaluating the past solely in terms of present day norms. (Opportunity to Address Objective) IN Academic Standard Recognize historical perspective by identifying the historical context in which events occurred, and avoid evaluating the past solely in terms of present day norms. (Opportunity to Address Objective) The are listed in this correlation on page

19 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 16 Ideas and Movements Lesson 1 Revolutions in the Americas, pp Biography: Simón Bolivar, p. 463 Smithsonian Institution American Revolution, pp Lesson 2 The French Revolution, pp Reviews IN Academic Standard Examine artifacts to determine their use and significance. IN Academic Standard Compare and contrast how social institutions, including the family, religion, education, government, and the economic system, influence individual behavior in different societies. (Related Content) Citizen Heroes: A Pioneer for Women s Rights, p. 471 Research and Writing Skills: Compare Primary Source, pp Lesson 3 The Industrial Revolution, pp Lesson 4 The Second Industrial Revolution, pp Chapter 16 Review, pp IN Academic Standard Compare and contrast how social institutions, including the family, religion, education, government, and the economic system, influence individual behavior in different societies. (Opportunity to Address Objective) IN Academic Standard Form and respond to historical questions and use a variety of information resources to find and evaluate historical data on people, places, events, and developments. (Related content) IN Academic Standard Describe why and how different economic systems in (countries) answer the basic economic questions: What to produce? How to produce? For whom to produce? (Related Content) IN Academic Standard Examine the impact of cultural change brought about by technological inventions and innovations in the past and present. Also IN Academic Standard Compare and contrast how social institutions, including the family, religion, education, government, and the economic system, influence individual behavior in different societies. (Related content) The are listed in this correlation on page

20 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 17 Imperialism, Nationalism, and Unification Lesson 1 Expanding Empires, pp Chart and Graph Skills: Interpret Circle Graphs, pp Lesson 2 Imperialism in East Asia, pp Biography: Meiji, p. 497 Lesson 3 New Nations, pp Chapter 17 Review, pp IN Academic Standard Identify European nations that colonized Asia and Africa Also , , and IN Academic Standard Identify European nations that colonized Asia and Africa Also , , , , 7.5.1, and Also Also , 7.2.2, 7.2.3, and The are listed in this correlation on page

21 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 18 The World at War Lesson 1 Headed Toward War, pp Chart and Graph Skills: Compare Parallel Time Lines, pp Lesson 2 The Great War, pp Biography: Vera Brittain, p. 533 Lesson 3 After the War, p Chapter 18 Review, pp Also IN Academic Standard Develop and compare timelines that identify major people, events, and developments in the history of the individual civilizations and/or countries that comprise Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. (Related Content ) IN Academic Standard Recognize historical perspectives by identifying the historical context in which events unfolded and avoid evaluating the past solely in terms of present-day norms. (Opportunity to Address Objective) The are listed in this correlation on page

22 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 19 From Peace to War Lesson 1 Good to Bad Times, pp Lesson 2 World War II, pp Biography: Winston Churchill, p. 555 Smithsonian Institution: A World at War, pp Lesson 3 The Aftermath, pp Chart and Graph Skills: Interpret Bar Graphs, pp Chapter 19 Review, pp IN Academic Standard Define the term ethnocentrism and give examples of how this attitude can lead to cultural misunderstandings. Also Reviews IN Academic Standard Examine artifacts to determine their use and significance Also and IN Academic Standard Form and respond to historical questions and use a variety of information resources to find and evaluate historical data on people, places, events, and developments. (Related Content) The are listed in this correlation on page

23 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 20 The Cold War Lesson 1 The Soviets Advance, pp Citizen Heroes: Reaching the Roof of the World, p. 573 Thinking Skills: Solve Complex Problems, pp Lesson 2 Communism in China, pp Biography: Mao Zedong, p. 581 Lesson 3 The Cold War Heats Up, pp Issues and Viewpoints: The Public Speaks Out, pp Also 7.2.8, 7.5.1, 7.5.2, and Also Also IN Academic Standard Analyze multiple perspectives on a (current) event relating to Africa, Asia, or the Southwest Pacific. Also Chapter 20 Review, pp Also The are listed in this correlation on page

24 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 21 New Nations Lesson 1 Independence, pp Biography: Julius Nyerere, p. 613 Lesson 2 The Middle East, pp Biography: Menachem Begin and Anwar el-sadat, p. 619 Lesson 3 Eastern Europe, pp Thinking Skills: Determine Accuracy of Information, pp Chapter 21 Review, pp IN Academic Standard Give examples of the different routes to independence from colonial rule taken by countries in Asia, Africa, and the Southwest Pacific. Also 7.2.2, 7.2.4, 7.2.5, 7.2.6, 7.2.8, 7.3.4, 7.3.5, 7.3.6, , , 7.4.1, 7.5.3, and IN Academic Standard Give examples of the different routes to independence from colonial rule taken by countries in Asia, Africa, and the Southwest Pacific. Also 7.2.2, 7.2.4, and Also 7.2.6, 7.3.4, 7.3.5, 7.3.6, , , and IN Academic Standard Recognize the interconnection of historical people, places, events and developments that have taken place in civilizations of Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. Also Also 7.2.4, 7.3.4, 7.3.5, 7.3.6, , and IN Academic Standard Recognize historical perspective by identifying the historical context in which events occurred. (Opportunity to Address Objective) IN Academic Standard Give examples of the different routes to independence from colonial rule taken by countries in Asia, Africa, and the Southwest Pacific. The are listed in this correlation on page

25 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 22 Cooperation, Conflict, and Challenges Lesson 1 Economic Cooperation, pp Chart and Graph Skills: Interpret Cartograms, pp Lesson 2 Conflicts of Identify, pp Biography: Aung San Suu Kyi, p. 642 Citizen Heroes: The Struggle for Peace, p. 643 Lesson 3 Political Conflicts and Challenges, pp Chapter 22 Review, pp IN Academic Standard Give examples of trade between countries in Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. Explain how voluntary trade benefits countries and results in higher standards of living. Also , 7.2.6, 7.4.2, 7.4.3, and IN Academic Standard Compare and contrast the standard of living of various countries in Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific using Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita as an indicator. Also 7.3.2, , and IN Academic Standard Use a variety of information resources to identify examples of present conflicts between cultural groups or nations and analyze the historical and geographical background of such conflicts. Also , 7.2.4, 7.2.5, 7.2.6, 7.2.8, and IN Academic Standard Assess the extent of democracy and observance of human rights in various African, Asian, and Southwest Pacific countries. Also 7.2.4, and IN Academic Standard Use a variety of information resources to identify examples of present conflicts between cultural groups or nations and analyze the historical and geographical background of such conflicts. IN Academic Standard Use a variety of information resources to identify examples of present conflicts between cultural groups or nations and analyze the historical and geographical background of such conflicts. Also and The are listed in this correlation on page

26 to the for Grade 7 Grade Six Chapter 23 Living in the 21 st Century Lesson 1 Population Growth and Change, pp Map and Globe Skills: Compare Distribution Maps, pp Lesson 2 Earth s Environment, pp Lesson 3 Energy, pp Lesson 4 Technology, pp Chapter 23 Review, pp IN Academic Standard Give reasons why rates of population growth and life expectancy vary among countries in Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. Also , , , and IN Academic Standard Use maps charts, and graphs to compare rural and urban populations in selected countries. Also , 7.3.9, and IN Academic Standard Describe the restrictions that climate and land forms place on land use in regions of Africa, Asia, and the southwest Pacific and be able to discern how patterns of population distribution reflect these restrictions. Also , , and IN Academic Standard Use a variety of information resources to identify current issues related to natural resources in selected countries in Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific, and examine contrasting perspectives on these issues. Also , and IN Academic Standard Give examples of the benefits of connections among cultures, such as developing opportunities for trade, cooperating in seeking solutions to mutual problems, learning from technological advances, acquiring new perspectives, and benefiting from developments in architecture, music, and the arts. Also , 7.2.6, and IN Academic Standard Identify and evaluate solutions and alternative courses of action chosen by people to resolve problems confronting people in Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. Consider the information available, interests of those affected by the decision, and the consequences of each course of action. Also The are listed in this correlation on page

27 Standard 1: History Historical Knowledge Scott Foresman Social Studies for Grade Explain the rise of early civilizations in the river valleys of the Tigris and Euphrates in Mesopotamia and along the Nile in Northeastern Africa, including Egypt and Kush Describe the achievements of ancient Egypt in art, architecture, religion, and government and the development of the concept of theocracy Compare the early civilizations of the Indus River Valley in south Asia with the Huang-He of China Describe the historical origins, central beliefs, and spread of major religions, including Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Confucianism Explain the importance of early trade routes in the eastern Mediterranean, India, and China, including the early Silk Road Describe the extent and influence of Muslim civilization, including political organization, the growth of cities, the development of trans-saharan and other trade routes, and scientific and cultural contributions to other cultures of the time Describe the development of sub-saharan civilizations in Africa, including the kingdoms of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai, and the importance of historic political and trading centers, such as Timbuktu Describe developments in agriculture, technology, and commerce during the Tang and Song Dynasties in China Explain how Mongol rulers of China extended the Empire and both adapted to and changed Chinese culture Describe advances in Chinese society under the Ming Dynasty, including agriculture, art, architecture, navigation, and public administration through the scholar-official class Explain how Japan became more independent of earlier Chinese influences, developing its own political, religious, social, and artistic traditions Describe the development of Japanese court life, the shogunate and the warrior class system, feudalism, and the rise of military society Trace the voyages of exploration from Europe that resulted in colonization of parts of Asia and the Southwest Pacific Identify European nations that colonized Asia and Africa. 25

28 Chronological Thinking, Comprehension, Analysis, and Interpretation Develop and compare timelines that identify major people, events, and developments in the history of the individual civilizations and/or countries that comprise Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific Recognize the interconnection of historical people, places, events, and developments that have taken place in civilizations of Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific Recognize historical perspective by identifying the historical context in which events occurred, and avoid evaluating the past solely in terms of present-day norms Analyze cause-and-effect Analyze multiple perspectives on a current event relating to Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. Read and examine more than one account of the event and distinguish between statements of opinion and statements of fact. Research Capabilities Form and respond to historical questions and use a variety of information resources to find and evaluate historical data on the people, places, events, and developments that have played a part in the history of Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. Issues- Analysis, Decision-Making, Planning, and Problem Solving Identify and evaluate solutions and alternative courses of action chosen by people to resolve problems confronting people in Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. Consider the information available, interests of those affected by the decision, and the consequences of each course of action. 26

29 Standard 2: Civics and Government Foundations of Government Scott Foresman Social Studies for Grade Give examples of the different routes to independence from colonial rule taken by countries in Asia, Africa, and the Southwest Pacific Identify principles and practices of democracy in current governments of Asia, Africa, and the Southwest Pacific by such countries as India, Japan, the Republic of South Africa, and New Zealand. Functions of Government Compare the parliamentary democracies of Australia and New Zealand with government in the United States in terms of distribution of powers, limited government, the rule of law, and individual rights Identify different forms of government in Asia, Africa, and the Southwest Pacific, with include examples of limited/unlimited government. Roles of Citizens Define and compare citizenship and the citizen s role in selected countries of Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. International Relations Explain how African, Asian, and Southwest Pacific nations interact with each other Describe different sources of authority and power of government in African, Asian, and Southwest Pacific countries Assess the extent of democracy and observance of human rights in various African, Asian, and Southwest Pacific countries Use data gathered from a variety of information resources to research current political trends and events African, Asian, and Southwest Pacific countries. 27

30 Standard 3: Geography The World in Spatial Terms Scott Foresman Social Studies for Grade Explain the role of Earth/sun relationships in influencing the climate and ecosystems of Asia, Africa, and the Southwest Pacific Use different map projections and compare the way they represent the Eastern Hemisphere Use four spatial map elements (point, line, area, and volume) to interpret information on maps, globes, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Places and Regions Name and locate major regions, mountain ranges, river systems, countries, and cities in Asia, Africa, and the Southwest Pacific Identify and compare physical and cultural sub-regions of Asia, Africa, and the Southwest Pacific. Physical Systems Locate and map the climate regions of the Eastern Hemisphere and explain how and why they differ Explain how physical processes have shaped Earth s surface. Classify these processes according to those that have built up Earth s surface (mountain-building and alluvial deposition) and those that wear away at Earth s surface (erosion) Identify and explain the distribution of ecosystems in Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific in terms of climate and landform patterns Explain why specific areas of Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific have major petroleum and mineral deposits and describe the physical processes that resulted in deposits in these locations Describe the restrictions that climate and land forms place on use in regions of Asia, Africa, and the Southwest Pacific and be able to discern how patterns of population distribution reflect these restrictions. Human Systems Give reasons why rates of population growth and life expectancy vary among countries in Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific Investigate how physical geography, reproductive resources, specialization, and trade have influenced the way people earn income in Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific Use maps, charts, and graphs to compare rural and urban populations in selected countries. 28

31 Environment and Society Analyze historical maps and give examples of how land and water forms, climate, and natural vegetation have influenced historical trends and developments in Asia, Africa, and the Southwest Pacific Use a variety of information resources to identify current issues related to natural resources in selected countries in Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific, and examine contrasting perspectives on these issues. Uses of Geography Develop maps of Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific in different historical periods showing political divisions and major physical and cultural features. 29

32 Standard 4: Economics Scott Foresman Social Studies for Grade Give examples of trade between countries in Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific. Explain how voluntary trade benefits countries and results in higher standards of living Identify economic connections between the local community and the countries of Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific Illustrate how international trade requires a system for exchanging currency between and among nations Describe why and how different economic systems (traditional, command, market, mixed) in countries of Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific answer the basic economic questions: What to produce? How to produce? For whom to produce? Explain how banks and other financial institutions channel funds from savers to borrowers and investors in Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific Compare and contrast the standard of living of various countries in Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific using Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita as an indicator Describe ways that people can increase individual human capital Identify situations in which the actions of consumers and producers in Asia, Africa, and the Southwest Pacific are helpful spillovers or harmful spillovers to people inside and outside a country who are not directly involved in the consumption or production of a product Research how individuals save and invest in different countries of Asia, Africa, and the Southwest Pacific compared to the United States. 30

33 Scott Foresman Social Studies for Grade 7 Standard 5: Individuals, Society, and Culture Compare and contrast how social institutions, including the family, religion, education, government, and the economic system, influence individual behavior in different societies in Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific in the past and present Explain the term social status; describe how this concept helped to determine individual roles in African, Asian, and Southwest Pacific societies in the past; and compare with ideas about social status today Give examples of specific changes in societies in Asia, Africa, and the Southwest Pacific as a result of cultural diffusion in the past and present Examine the impact of cultural change brought about by technological inventions and innovations in the past and present Trace steps in the development of written language, including the evolution of Sumerian cuneiform, Egyptian hieroglyphics, and Chinese calligraphy Identify major languages spoken in areas of Africa, Asia, and the Southwest Pacific, and give examples of how language, literature, and the arts have contributed to the development and transmission of culture Define the term ethnocentrism and give examples of how this attitude can lead to cultural misunderstandings Use a variety of information resources to identify examples of present conflicts between cultural groups or nations and analyze the historical and geographical background of such conflicts Give examples of the benefits of connections among cultures, such as developing opportunities for trade, cooperating in seeking solutions to mutual problems, learning from technological advances, acquiring new perspectives, and benefiting from developments in architecture, music, and the arts. 31

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