Essential Question What is our role in understanding global issues that impact people's lives?
Literature Circle Books The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind I Will Always Write Back A Girl Named Disaster The Bitter Side of Sweet Now is the Time for Running The Red Pencil
Know ELA - Characterization - Reading Signposts (Contrast and Contradictions, Words of the Wiser, Aha Moment, Memory Moment, and Again and Again) - Main idea
Global Citizenship - Human and Physical geography of Africa - DemographicsHistory of colonialism 21st century Africa -Regional environmental and social issues - Water scarcity - Gender roles - Access to education - Child Labor
Understand To develop an understanding of issues that are not commonly experienced in Vermont or the United States. To understand the impact of historical events that shape the world we live in today. To develop an appreciation of the diversity and inspirational people of the continent of Africa.
Do
Analysis VT R1a- Cite several pieces of evidence to support analysis of what a text or experience says explicitly as well draw inferences.
Writing VT W 2 -Produce clear and coherent writing for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Habits of Mind Engagement: The student actively participates in learning experiences, takes initiative, is productive, and uses technology to aid in learning.
Responsibility: The student is prepared for learning experiences, completes work and meet deadlines.
Perseverance: The student perseveres in the face of obstacles, takes academic and social risks and approaches challenges with a growth mindset.
Citizenship: The student positively contributes to the community and is respectful of others’ points of view and belongings.