Tuning Southern and Eastern Asia G. Dicks 7th Grade Social Studies Davis, Murzynowski, Johnson, Young, Edge, Green, Drumgoole

Standards SS7H3 Analyze continuity and change in Southern and Eastern Asia. SS7CG4 Compare and contrast various forms of government. SS7G9 Locate selected features in Southern and Eastern Asia. SS7G10 Explain the impact of environmental issues across Southern and Eastern Asia. SS7G11 Explain the impact of location, climate, physical characteristics, distribution of natural resources, and population distribution on Southern and Eastern Asia. SS7G12 Analyze the diverse cultural characteristics of the people who live in Southern and Eastern Asia.

Extended Learning Chapter 12: Geography and History of Southern and Eastern Asia Section 1 Physical Features of Asia, Section 2 Comparing Religions Section 3 Major Historical Events Chapter 13 People’s Republic of China Section 1 Physical Geography and Environment Section 2 A Brief History of China Section 3 Government and Voting Section 4 China’s GDP (Gross Domestic Product) and Economy Chapter 14 Republic of India Geography of India Indian History Government of India Economy of India Chapter 15 and 16 Japan and Korea

Work Define ethnic group and give 3 examples in Southern and Eastern Asia Make chart identifying compare and contrast each ethnic groups in SEA Where do they live? What are the main religions practiced by each? Identify the main religion practiced in SEA? Make chart, Venn diagram, Acrostic, complete map: Geography of SEA -use textbook online (instructions can be requested from teacher), view images complete photography analysis, complete workbook, write summary, list and discuss 5 key ideas from images Arts infusion --- POETRY, ILLUSTRATIONS