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THEME: China

THEME RATIONALE: This unit discusses the culture and history of China using the internet as the source of educational information. Students will learn the geographic location, history, and culture of China.

STUDENT LEARNING EXPECTATIONS:
SS.3.G.1.1 Use thematic maps, tables, charts, graphs, and photos to analyze geographic information
SS.3.E.1.3 Recognize that buyers and sellers interact to exchange goods and services through the use of trade or money
SS.3.G.1.3 Label the continents and oceans on a world map
MA.3.A.4.1 Create, analyze, and represent patterns and relationships using words, variables, tables, and graphs
MA.3.S.7.1 Construct and analyze frequency tables, bar graphs, pictographs, and line plots from data, including data collection
through observations, surveys, and experiments.
VA.C.1.2 The student understands the visual arts in relation to history and culture
SC.3.N.1.3 Keep records as appropriate, such as pictorial, written, or simple charts and graphs of investigations conducted
LA.3.4.2.3 The student will write informational/expository essays that contain at least three paragraphs and include a topic
sentence, supporting details, and relevant information


SUBJECT AREAS: Language Arts-Lisa, Social Studies-Meggie, Math-Linda, Art-Linda, Science-Rachel

QUESTIONS AND EXPERIENCES: Dragon Boat Racing-What date did it originate in China? Has it been adopted as a sport by other countries. What are the rules for Dragon Boat Racing? Chinese Origami - When and by whom was it created? How do you make origami?