1. WELCOME TO EIGHTH GRADE SOCIAL STUDIES!
Ms. McCarthy
Room #B102
(610)

2. CURRICULUM United States History Big Business in America
Immigration in America
A Changing Nation – The United States at Home
Global Cooperation and Conflict
Political Polarization
–The Cold War
Civil Rights and Equality – A Continuing Experience
Economic Hot Topics – Then and Now
* Each unit has projects, online supports/materials active and student centered class-work.

3. MATERIALS NEEDED Pencils and pens Binder and folder Colored Pencils
Black and white notebook
Text book: United States History

4. Getting Prepared for High School 8th Grade Students will:
Gather a body of knowledge pertaining to United States History (1877- present).
Develop research skills
Implement decision making and problem solving skills
Develop critical thinking and analytical skills
Acquire note taking skills using the Cornell method
Develop students’ writing skills
Practice oral presentations
Be exposed to study skills for larger scale exams

5. Grading Tests Quizzes Homework Class preparation Projects Class work
TOTAL POINTS

6. Recognition of Parental Support for Education
THANK YOU FOR
ALL YOUR SUPPORT