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Welcome to the social studies page! My contact information is tjames@belvideresd.org or my phone number is 475-4001 ext. 7694
There are also daily homework updates at www.schoolnotes.com/07823/tjames.html
Social studies are divided among the three years in order to give the students an understanding of the larger world. Social studies are the exploration of history, geography, civics and economics. During each year we study these topics within the broader curriculum. Look here to see the State of New Jersey’s core curriculum standards for social studies.
6th Grade
World geography-study of the Western Hemisphere
We study the five basic themes of Geography |
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We also study the Mayans, Aztecs, and Incans. These peoples had advanced civilizations. We will look at their: |
- Social structure
- Religion
- Accomplishments
- Way of Life
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Here are some sites to get you going on your independent study and to help you with projects and homework. |
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