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China:  A Journey Through Literature and History

Author:  Karen Bisso, Neil Bowlen

Grade Level:  Gr. 9 "At-risk" students

Overview:  The unit will include both disciplines (English and Global Studies) and be activity-driven.  It will establish a review of prior known material on China, introduce more in-depth analysis of Chinese concepts and current trends.  It includes a literature component which will accentuate this topic, as well as, develop writing skills.    

Connection to NYS Learning Standards:   ELA Standard 1 Language for Information and Understanding, Standard 2 Literary Response and Expression, Standard 3 Critical Analysis and Evaluation; Standard 4 Social Interaction;  Social Studies Standard 2 World History, Standard 3  Geography, Standard 4  Economics, and Standard 5 Civics, Citizenship and Government

Connection to District Learning Standards:  Critical Thinker, Effective Communicator, Responsible Citizen, Healthy Citizen, Lifelong Learner