1. Mrs. Pinkwasser’s Advanced World History

2. Through the process of inquiry, investigation, and collaboration, Kyrene Middle Schools engage students in comprehensive units of study in national and international history, including key concepts in government and geography. Additionally, advance courses are now available for students who demonstrate the ability and desire to undertake work that is more challenging.

3. 6th Grade Thematic Units
Unit 1: G.R.A.P.E.S
(Geography, Religion, Achievements, Political Structure, Economy, Social Structure)
Unit 2: Early Humans/Mesopotamia
Unit 3: Egypt
Unit 4: India
Unit 5: China
Unit 6: Greece
Unit 7: Rome
Unit 8: Middle Ages
Unit 9: Renaissance/Reformation

4. WHAT TO EXPECT GRADING HOMEWORK
Use of a variety of resources
Individual and group assignments
Focus on the HOW/WHY/WHAT IF of history through document analysis and critical thinking
GRADING
Assessments (Tests/Projects/Essays) = 80%
Classwork = 20%
Late assessments = 10%/day off
Classwork is not accepted late
HOMEWORK
It is important for students to review content information on a daily basis.
Projects will be started in class and taken home for completion.