How to learn Grade 6: Social studies
North Carolina academic standards: Social studies, Grade 6
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1. History · Understand the development of civilizations and societies from various perspectives.
- The world contains many cultures, traditions: Understand that the world contains many cultures, traditions, and belief systems, and that learning about others' perspectives enriches our own understanding — developing genuine curiosity about and respect for cultural diversity
2. Economics · Understand the economic activities of civilizations prior to 1400.
- How the Economy Works: What an economy is; producers and consumers; supply and demand; why prices change; the basics of how markets work
3. Civics and Government · Understand the purpose of government and authority.
- Global Citizenship: Understand what it means to be a citizen in an interconnected world where decisions in one place affect people elsewhere; explore global issues (climate justice, forced migration, global health, poverty) through an empathy lens, distinguishing facts from value judgements; engage with the ethical tension between obligations to those close to us and obligations to distant strangers; introduce evidence-based giving and effective altruism as one framework for thinking about global responsibility; develop a personal, reasoned stance on global citizenship that acknowledges complexity
4. Behavioral Sciences · Understand ways in which culture influences civilizations.
- Culture and Experience Shape Emotions: Understand that emotional responses are shaped by personal experiences, culture, and context — the same situation triggers different emotions in different people because of their backgrounds and past experiences
5. Inquiry
- Questioning Historical Sources: Before trusting a historical source, ask: who made this, when, and why? — the answers shape how much weight the source should carry