How to Prepare for Sixth Grade History
Sixth-grade social studies classes focus on American history from 1877 to the present. Sixth-graders will be taught about events such as the Spanish-American War, World Wars I and II, the Great Depression, the Vietnam War and the Cold War. Students will learn about how changes in the economy, geography and politics impacted Americans during this time period. They also will study how advances in communication and technology affected the lives of Americans. Prepare for sixth-grade history by studying these periods ahead of time, which will help you find a place at the top of your class.
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Visit Teachers Resources for Instructional Planning. Click the tab that says "Social Studies," then click "Sixth Grade" and "Sixth Grade Social Studies Standards." Here you will find many lesson plans to choose from. By reviewing lesson plans from other teachers, you will be able to get ahead of the curve when it comes to certain aspects of history. This will give you a good idea of what to expect from your teacher and what your teacher will expect from you.
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Visit Internet4Classrooms.com and click "Grade Level Help." Scroll to "6th Grade Skills" and click "Social Studies." This site provides links to many government resources to help you learn about the period of history you are researching. Scroll around the site to find the time period you are looking for and start your work.
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Visit History.com, the History Channel's website. Here you can search for historical events and find videos, articles and photo galleries relating to the topic you're researching. Search for events such as World War I or the Vietnam War. You can also click on "This Day in History" to find out what happened on a specific day during the time period you're researching.
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Tips & Warnings
Be sure to pay attention to your teacher's lesson plans, but don't hesitate to find out more information on your own. The more you research, the more you'll understand historical events. Keep outlines to separate your teacher's lessons from the lessons you learn on your own. Always verify with more than one resource to make sure what you're reading is accurate. Ask your teacher if you are unsure.
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