As one of the sequential units developed by the Latin American Curriculum Project, it expands further the material in the units covered at the lower grade levels. It is a two week unit which emphasized a comparison of the Anglo- and Latin American colonial systems. Broader perspectives and more meaningful understanding of both civilizations are considered the major objectives. Comparative study is considered important here because it increases awareness of United States History, weakens stereotypes and ethnocentrism, and, offers excellent opportunities for the integration and extension of world geography and world history knowledge and skills. An attempt has been made to include content usually neglected in American history texts. A variety of sources and viewpoints are provided, and students are encouraged to critically analyze information and develop their own hypotheses. The activities that are suggested, attempt to stimulate meaningful class discussion. Specific references for each topic are indicated in the materials section. General bibliographies, maps, and readings are provided in the appendices. Maps and charts are meant to be used as transparency masters. This unit was designed to allow adaptation to more than one grade and ability level. Related reports are: ED 036 679, SO 000 019, SO 000 020, SO 000 022, SO 000 023. (SBE)