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Download full textBenoit, Ty – 2002
When archaeologists dig up the artifacts of ancient civilizations, they make discoveries and attempt to find out what life was like for ancient people. Students in the classroom explore the civilizations of the ancient world attempting to answer questions about how people lived thousands of years ago. In this activity for grade 6, students, in…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Anthropology, Cooperative Learning, Foreign Countries
PDF pending restorationHolland, Anne – 1997
This curriculum guide was developed to assist middle-school students in understanding Indian culture and values. Twelve activities and a research project outline are part of the guide. Sections of the "Passport to India" unit include: (1) "Geographic Setting"; (2) "The People"; (3) "Government"; (4)…
Descriptors: Asian Studies, Ethnic Groups, Foreign Countries, Global Education
Zachlod, Michelle, Ed. – 2001
This unit for sixth graders focuses on the origins of Chinese civilization, the rise of early Chinese imperial centers, and the breakdown of order by the beginning of the sixth century B.C. Among the topics in the unit are: Early history and geography of India; Buddhism; Early history and geography of China; Confucius; and Culture, politics,…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Ancient History, Cultural Context, Curriculum Enrichment
Barry, Patricia – 1997
This curriculum guide was developed to assist middle-school students in understanding the complexity of India. A slide presentation is used in combination with several activities for interdisciplinary study of India through literature and social studies. A comprehensive bibliography provides suggestions for further reading. Sections of the guide…
Descriptors: Asian Studies, Ethnic Groups, Foreign Countries, Global Education
Winikur, Ilene – 1994
This packet contains sixth and seventh grade level interdisciplinary lesson outlines about India. Concepts to be developed include: (1) "Geography and Its Impact upon the Development of India's Different Cultures"; (2) "Religion and Philosophy Focusing on Hinduism and Festivals"; (3) "Literature using the Ramayana and…
Descriptors: Asian Studies, Ethnic Groups, Foreign Countries, Global Education
Desler, Gail – 2000
In this grade 6 interdisciplinary language arts and social studies unit, students are required to assume the role of a team and describe their country's participation in trade along the Silk Road. Countries represented in the unit include Egypt, Italy, Iraq, India, Israel, and China. The team is asked to create a display showing artifacts, journal…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Asian History, Cooperative Learning, Evaluation
Roen, Kim – 1997
This curriculum unit was developed to assist middle-school students in understanding diversity in race, religion and culture present in India. Sections of the guide include: (1) "Assessment," which discusses Indian culture; (2) "The Culture of the Monsoon"; (3) "Musical Culture"; (4) "Systemic Culture"; (5)…
Descriptors: Asian Studies, Cultural Differences, Cultural Influences, Cultural Pluralism
Byrd, Charlotte N. – 1995
This activity unit tells the story of Prince Rama from the Hindu legend, "Ramayana." The story is retold in language appropriate to grades 5-7. Accompanying activities include: (1) "Reviewing Familiar Myths"; (2) "Developing Skills Through Literature", which includes activities on character and symbolism, values and…
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Ancient History, Area Studies, Asian History
Adams, George; And Others – 1981
A resource book for grades 6-8 contains materials to enrich a unit on South Asia. Material is divided into 13 sections. Sections 1-4 outline the rationale, goals, and objectives of the unit. Emphasis is placed on providing background for the understanding of South Asian cultural groups in the United States. Ten objectives are listed, including the…
Descriptors: Asian History, Asian Studies, Buddhism, Comparative Analysis
