Course Overview

Social Studies 6 A provides a broad introduction to world history from early civilizations through the rise of major ancient cultures in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. The course uses a hybrid regional and chronological approach to explore political, economic, geographic, and social developments that shaped early human progress. Students examine how geography influenced settlement, how societies formed governments and belief systems, and how early innovations transformed the ancient world.

Key Learning Focus

Students will:

• Explore early river valley civilizations and their contributions.
• Analyze the relationship between geography, culture, and human development.
• Study political, economic, and social structures in early societies.
• Develop skills in reading timelines, maps, charts, and graphs.
• Interpret and evaluate primary and secondary sources.

Instructional Approach

Instruction incorporates inquiry-based investigations, map analysis, source evaluation, and collaborative activities. Students strengthen their ability to organize and interpret information through guided discussion and real-world connections.

Outcome

By the end of Social Studies 6 A, students will:

• Demonstrate understanding of early world civilizations and their impacts.
• Analyze how geography shaped culture and political systems.
• Apply historical thinking skills to interpret multiple forms of information.
• Be prepared for continued world history study in Social Studies 6 B.