Module 1: Social Studies: What and Why by Nikki Strange https://padlet.com/n_hamp17/6mbv8k7iqmrx en-us 2018-01-19 23:52:43 UTC 2018-01-20 04:07:34 UTC hello@padlet.com People, Places, and Environments n_hamp17 https://padlet.com/n_hamp17/6mbv8k7iqmrx/wish/222972051 Notable Trade book: A Storm Called Katrina
By Myron Uhlberg. Illustrated by Colin Bootman.
Sample Event: The aftermath of Hurricane Katrina 
This fictional story is from the viewpoint of a 10-year-old boy, named Louis Daniel. Louis Daniel and his family experience the terrifying after effects of a historic hurricane. Students will learn about the weather and how damaging the effects can be on the people, places and environment.   ]]> 2018-01-19 23:55:42 UTC https://padlet.com/n_hamp17/6mbv8k7iqmrx/wish/222972051 Environment n_hamp17 https://padlet.com/n_hamp17/6mbv8k7iqmrx/wish/222972054 Notable Trade book: Jasper's Story: Saving Moon Bears 
By Jill Robinson and Marc Bekoff. Illustrated by Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen. 
Sample Event: Physical and emotional effects on a moon bear after being saved from cruel captivity.
This true story brings attention to the cruelty of bear farming in rural China. An animal welfare organization brought many of the bears to a Moon Bear Rescue Centre where people assisted in caring for their physical and emotional wounds. Jasper's documented journey displayed his growth from cautiousness to happiness. Students will learn the impacts of cultural human activities on the environment.      ]]> 2018-01-19 23:55:49 UTC https://padlet.com/n_hamp17/6mbv8k7iqmrx/wish/222972054 Culture n_hamp17 https://padlet.com/n_hamp17/6mbv8k7iqmrx/wish/222972056 Notable Trade book: The Secret Subway By Shana Corey. Illustrated by Red Nose Studio. 
Sample Event: Learning to create an invention and share with the public.
This inspiring story is about "New York City's first subway". In the 1860's, Alfred Ely Beach thought of a brilliant design for a fan-powered train that could travel underground. Students will learn that humans "learn, create and share" to assist in the adapting culture.  ]]> 2018-01-19 23:55:53 UTC https://padlet.com/n_hamp17/6mbv8k7iqmrx/wish/222972056 People, Places, Geography n_hamp17 https://padlet.com/n_hamp17/6mbv8k7iqmrx/wish/222972058 Notable Trade book: 

Celebritrees: Historic & Famous Trees of the World By Margi Preus Illustrated by Rebecca Gibbon. 

Sample Event: The importance of trees to history.

This story is about the importance of ages, environments and appearances of fourteen different trees. Trees can assist in telling human beings about historical events. Students will learn the significance of trees and their ages. Students can also imagine if trees could talk, what other significant history could be learned. 

 
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The Cat With Seven Names By Tony Johnston and Illustrated by Christine Davenier.
Sample Event: A near tragedy of an animal brings different individuals together in a community. 
This story displays how a wandering outdoor affectionate cat continuously interacted with the same six people in a neighborhood. The people were unaware of each other until the cat had a near accident. The stressful event brought the community together to help a common cause.  
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