This week we will begin examining the similarities and differences between the New England, Middle, and Southern colonies of early America. We will look at the geographical and economic elements that influenced the cultures of each region.
LEARNING TARGETS
Chronology
I can …
create time lines and identify possible relationships between events.
Settlement
I can …
... explain how American Indians settled the continent and why different nations of Indians interacted with their environment in different ways.
... explain why European countries explored and colonized North America.
... describe the lasting effects of Spanish, French and English colonization in North America including cultural patterns evident today such as language, food, traditions and architecture.
... explain how the United States became independent from Great Britain.
Growth
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... explain the impact of settlement, industrialization and transportation on the expansion of the United States.
People in Societies
Cultures
I can …
... compare the cultural practices and products of diverse groups in North America including:
a. Artistic expressions;
b. Religion;
c. Language;
d. Food;
e. Clothing;
f. Shelter
VOCABULARY
British
colonial regions
economy
democratic
diverse
indentured servants
granted
Assembly
MONDAY
• Group work on Billboard Project (slogan and phrases to describe colony and attract colonists)
TUESDAY
• Group work on Billboard Project (create visuals based on slogan and phrases)
WEDNESDAY
• Review Ch. 7
• Group work (begin practicing presentation and final draft of Billboard Project)
THURSDAY
• Ch. 7 Unit Test
• Group work (practice presentation and final draft of Billboard Project
FRIDAY
• 50 states test (20 minutes)
• Presentation of Billboard Projects
