Unit Overview/Summary - FOCUS:  

The culture and geography of world regions reveal patterns of continuity and change and interactions with natural resources.  In this unit, grade six students will investigate the theme of changing cultural landscapes in world geographic regions. Students will analyze human-environment interactions including issues of climate, population density, access to natural resources, and land use using disciplinary tools and resources that support planning and developing inquiries. Students will evaluate historical sources and communicate knowledge and ideas about world geography. 

Unit Duration:

50 Days. Five 50-minute sessions per week x 10 weeks