Social Studies 8
SS.08.PAHistoryv5.Bnet4copy
This course examines many aspects of Pennsylvania and United States history. Historical elements such as the Revolutionary War, the French and Indian War, the American Revolution, colonization, and various others are examined in terms of their direct influence on the evolution of the state of Pennsylvania. The current and historical aspects of Pennsylvania’s government are also examined. There is also a unit dedicated to 20th century events such as World War I, World War II, and the Depression, and how they have impacted the state of Pennsylvania.
Additional Resources Needed
Textbooks
Pennsylvania Pride
Publisher: Penns Valley Publisher
Student ISBN: 0-93-199284-1
Technology Needs:
Microsoft Word (word processing software)
RealPlayer (free download)
Shockwave (free download)
QuickTime (free download)
Adobe Acrobat Reader (free download)
Materials:
Art supplies
Access to transportation tor field trip
Content Topics
Unit 1
Pennsylvania
Unit 2
Native Americans
Unit 3
Colonization
Unit 4
Redcoats, Riot, and Revolution
Unit 5
New Country
Unit 6
Industrialization
Unit 7
Civil
Unit 8
Twentieth Century
Unit 9
Pennsylvania Govenment
Assessments
- Discussion Board Questions
- Group Pages
- Projects
- Writing Assignments
- Tests / Exams
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