Grade 6: South Asia
Aligns to the TEKS Resource System, Unit 8, Unity and Division: South Asia
With these resources, students will study South Asia as a region. Students will examine the physical geographic processes that affect South Asia. Students will also study the influences of Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism on culture in South Asia. Students will learn about the impact of colonialism, religious differences, and population growth in South Asia, specifically examining the political divisions that came about following the end of British rule in the region.
Instructional Materials
Each set includes the following instructional materials:
- Instructional Guide: Provides teachers guidance of how they may use the resources included in each text set.
- Graphic Cards: Supplements the books for students to explore the vocabulary, essential questions, and TEKS more deeply.
- Task Cards: Present questions or statements aligned to the ELAR TEKS for students to respond to the reading they have completed.
- Primary Source: Encourage students to seek better understanding through research.