WS/FCS. Unit Planning Organizer

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1 WS/FCS Unit Planning Organizer Subject(s) Social Studies Conceptual Lenses Grade/Course Fifth Conflict Power and Authority Unit of Study Unit 5 Common Good Unit Title One Nation Divided Rights and Responsibilities Pacing days Unit Overview The points of focus in this unit include the impact of the Civil War on the development of the United States, the values and principles of our democratic society, the rights and responsibilities of citizens, and the cultural expressions of diverse ethnic groups. Student will develop an understanding of The transformation that took place in the United States during the time of the Civil War. How the values and principles of a democratic society are exhibited during times of conflict and war. The rights and responsibilities of United States citizens in relation to the concept of Common Good established by the US Constitution (Bill of Rights). How diverse ethnic groups use cultural narratives to reveal their values, lifestyles, beliefs, and struggles. Unit Enduring Understanding(s) Unit Essential Question(s)

2 War can transform society. Conflict may result in compromise. Certain groups are sometimes excluded from membership in a democratic society. Governments balance the rights of individuals with the common good. Cultural expressions can reveal the values, lifestyles, beliefs and struggles of diverse ethnic groups. How did the Civil War transform society? How did the conflicts of the time period result in compromise? In what ways did the democratic society of the United States exclude certain groups? How did the government balance the rights of individuals with the common good? How did the cultural narratives of diverse ethnic groups reveal their values, lifestyles, beliefs and struggles? Essential State Standards Priority Objectives Supporting Objectives 5. H.1.3 Analyze the impact of major conflicts, battles and wars on the development of our nation through 5. C&G.2.1 Understand the values and principles of a democratic republic. 5. C&G.2.2 Analyze the rights and responsibilities of the United States citizens in relation to the concept of "common good" according to the United States Constitution (Bill of Rights). 5. C.1.4 Understand how cultural narratives (legends, songs, ballads, games folk talks and art forms) reflect the lifestyles, beliefs and struggles of diverse ethnic groups. 5. H.2.3 Compare the changing roles of women and minorities on American society from Pre-Colonial through 5. C&G.1.3 Analyze historical documents that shaped the foundation of the United States government. 5. C&G.2.4 Explain why civic participation is important in the United States. 5. C.1.2 Exemplify how the interactions of various groups have resulted in borrowing and sharing of traditions and technology. 5. C.1.4 Understand how cultural narratives (legends, songs, ballads, games folk talks and art forms) reflect the lifestyles, beliefs and struggles of diverse ethnic groups. Unpacked Concepts (students need to know) Unpacked Skills (students need to be able to do) COGNITION (RBT Level)

3 Economic, social and political issues that were a source of conflict during the Civil War time period and the impact on the development of the United States. The exclusion of certain groups from membership in a democratic society leads to conflict. The rights and responsibilities of citizens granted by the United States Constitution as they relate to the concept of the common good. The historical background of cultural narratives in order to understand their context. Analyze the impact of the Civil War on the United States. Understand democratic values and principles. Analyze rights and responsibilities of citizens. Understand cultural narratives as they relate to and reflect o Lifestyle o Beliefs o struggles Understand Analyze Republic Principles Secede Essential Vocabulary Enrichment Vocabulary Standards Unit Chunking & Enduring Understandings Suggested Lesson Essential Questions Possible Factual Content Example(s) from Unpacked Standards 5.H.1.3 Analyze the impact of major conflicts, battles and wars on the development of our nation through Reconstruction. Conflict and/or war may influence a nation s political, social, and economic development. What were the economic conditions of Southern states prior to the Civil War?

4 What were the economic conditions of the Northern states prior to the Civil War? What was the social and political impact of the Compromise of 1850 and the Kansas- Nebraska Act? Political issues that were a source of conflict and how those issues impacted the development of the US through Reconstruction. The institution and expansion of slavery sparked much political debate. As the nation grew, the political balance between free and slave states was tested. 5.C&G.2.1 Understand the values and principles of a democratic republic. Certain groups are sometimes excluded from membership in a democratic society. How were slaves and freed African-Americans excluded from membership in our democratic society? In a democratic government, ultimate power lies with the people. The type of government a nation selects reflects its values and principles. How did democratic values and principles differ between Northern and Southern states? How did the secession of the Southern states impact democracy? Dred Scott Abraham Lincoln

5 5.C&G.2.2 Analyze the rights and responsibilities of US citizens in relation to the concept of common good according to the US Constitution (Bill of Rights) Rights and responsibilities of citizens. What is meant by the phrase common good? What rights and responsibilities were Where and why the concept of common good is reflected in the US Constitution. granted to citizens by the US Constitution? What rights and responsibilities were slaves entitled to under the Constitution? 5.H 2.3 Compare the changing roles of women and minorities on American society from Pre-Colonial through Women and minorities roles How did the roles of women and minorities change throughout the course of the Civil War? Harriet Tubman, Sojourner Truth, Lucretia Mott, Harriet Beecher Stowe 5.H.1.3 Analyze the impact of major conflicts, battles, and wars on the development of our nation through Battles influence the direction and outcome of wars. What was the major turning point in the Civil War? The Battle of Gettysburg

6 5.C.1.4 Understand how cultural narratives (legends, songs, ballads, games, folk tales and art forms) reflect the lifestyles, beliefs and struggles of diverse ethnic groups. Elements of a group s culture can be expressed in many ways. Cultural expressions can reveal values, lifestyles, beliefs, and struggles of diverse ethnic groups. How did the cultural narratives of slaves express their beliefs, lifestyles and struggles? How can we use historical background to understand the context of cultural narratives? Legends, songs, ballads, games, folk tales and art forms