5th Grade Social Studies Students should realize their current position in the world is a result of hundreds of years of movement of people and ideas. As adolescent Americans, they come to realize the global community is more easily accessible than expected due to technology.

Similarities and Differences Among Cultures Despite the thousands of miles of separation, people of China, Vietnam, and America are, well…just people. Our basic needs are the same, but some of our cultural values vary because of history and location.

Similarities and Differences Education is valued and teachers are respected Guests are often treated with food Art, music and literature are all important in the different cultures “Saving face” is important in China and Vietnam Anything of nutritional value is considered food Members of the same sex might hold hands in public, but not men and women

China, Vietnam…or Raleigh? Students will view a picture each day with a caption, and they will have to decide if the picture is from far-away destinations such as China or Vietnam, or if it was taken in their city of residence -- Raleigh. This will make them realize the Western influences present in Asia, as well as the Asian influences in their hometown.

China, Vietnam, or Raleigh? Raw beef, peanuts, jalapenos, mint, and shrimp crackers Pho Cali Noodle House in Raleigh!

Diversity Facts China has 1.3 billion people There are more than 50 minority groups in China The United States has 300 million people Vietnam has 80 million people There are more than 50 minority groups in Vietnam

Which Countries are Represented by the Students in our Room? You and your parents have brought customs and beliefs from: Canada France Mexico Puerto Rico Argentina Congo Ukraine Spain

Current Events 2008 Olympics in China Strength of China’s economy as the U.S. economy falters Booming Vietnamese economy Human rights and fair pay for workers

Movement of Goods, People and Ideas What percentage of our shirts, shoes and book bags in this class were made in China? Vietnam? The United States?

Historical Context The history of the United States dates back about 400 years. The history of China and Vietnam both date back more than dates back more than 2,000 years!

Impact of Wars In Vietnam, the Vietnam War is referred to as the U.S. War. 4,000,000 Vietnamese (10% of the population) were killed or wounded

Influence of Inventions Compass Paper Gunpowder Fireworks