Exploring Environmental Issues in Africa: A 7th Grade Social Studies Journey
Delve into the environmental issues faced by Africa in this 7th-grade Social Studies curriculum. Students will learn about water pollution, desertification, deforestation, and more, impacting trade, industry, and population distribution. Through engaging activities like cloze notes, chart analysis, and a comprehension check quiz, students will understand the intricate relationship between Africa's environment and its people.
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Subject: Social Studies Grade: 7th Dates: 12/16/19-12/20/19 Environmental Issues of Africa
Focus Standards SS7G2 Explain environmental issues across the continent of Africa. a. Explain how water pollution and unequal access to water impacts irrigation, trade, industry, and drinking water. b. Explain the relationship between poor soil and deforestation in Sub-Saharan Africa. c. Explain the impact of desertification on the environment of Africa.
Learning Targets I can explain environmental issues across the continent of Africa. I can explain the impact of location, climate, and physical characteristics on population distribution in Africa.
Instructional Activities Monday, 12/16/19 Anticipation Guide Cloze Notes over PowerPoint Ticket out the Door
Instructional Activities Tuesday, 12/17/19 Quick Summary of PowerPoint Environmental Issues Chart Partner Share Activity
Instructional Activities Wednesday, 12/18/19 KWL Political Cartoon Analysis Ticket out the Door
Instructional Activities Thursday, 12/19/19 Write 3 Environmental Issues that Africa faces daily Africa Water Bottle Activity Environmental Issues Selfie Tweet All About it Ticket out the Door
Instructional Activities Friday, 12/20/19 Summarize what you ve learned about environmental issues in Africa Comprehension Check Quiz What is the most important Environmental Issue and why? Share with a peer
Student Work Daily Activities CLOZE Notes
Weekly Vocabulary Focusing on Standards and Texts Deforestation Industry Desertification Irrigation Drought Trade Environment
Assessment How will I know if students reach their target? Discussion Questions Formative Activities Comprehension Check
