Lesson 2: History of Latin America
Duration of Days: 10
Lesson Objective
I can describe the political, economic, social and cultural characteristics of early civilizations and empires in Latin America.
I can explain contributions of early civilizations and empires in Latin America to world civilizations.
How have the ancient civilizations of Latin America impacted world history overtime?
7.His.1.a – Analyze key events and developments in world history, including the growth of civilizations and kingdoms, to understand patterns of continuity and change.
7.His.3.a – Use evidence from multiple primary and secondary sources to support historical claims.
7.His.6.a – Analyze how maps represent the perspectives of individuals and groups during different eras.
7.Geo.3.a – Analyze cultural diffusion among regions using paper-based and digital mapping techniques (e.g., expansion, relocation).
7.Geo.10.a – Analyze how cultural characteristics vary among regions and shape diversity of local communities.
DOK 1 – I can define vocabulary essential to Latin American history
DOK 2 – I can explain how the Latin American civilizations impacted the world
DOK 2 – I can annotate a resource in order to identify essential evidence
DOK 3 – I can construct an argument for the most successful civilization of Latin America.
Guided instruction with guided practice
Teacher directed instruction with visual reinforcements
Group work with teacher created groups and teacher assigned tasks
Use of graphic organizers for note taking/writing assignments
Brief and frequent reviews of previously taught concepts
Summative Assessment