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Social Studies Curriculum Social Studies - 6th Grade
Lesson Plans

Standard 1

Students will understand how ancient civilizations developed and how they contributed to the current state of the world.

Objective 3

Explain how modern governments can trace some of their attributes to the systems of power, authority, and governance established in ancient civilizations.
  • Emperor or President?
    This lesson will help students trace attributes of the Unites States government to those of ancient Greek democracy.

    Essential Question: How can understanding the political systems of ancient times apply to modern day?


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