DR6.3
Appraise the strategies human societies have used to orient themselves within time and place in the natural environment.
Indicators for this outcome
(a)

Investigate the role of astronomy and traditional practices and teachings in early map making and reading.

(b)

Use parallels of latitude and meridians of longitude to situate locations on a map.

(c)

Calculate the time in different time zones relevant to Canada and a selection of countries bordering the Atlantic Ocean, using technological tools and appropriate vocabulary, including international date line, Universal Time, local time, and daylight saving time.

(d)

Investigate the Aboriginal understanding of day, night, and seasons as part of global cycles.

(e)

Describe and compare diverse approaches to natural resource and land use among First Nations and Métis peoples in Canada, among indigenous peoples in countries bordering the Atlantic Ocean, and non-indigenous peoples of these regions, and explore how these diverse approaches have come into conflict and been in harmony in various time periods and locations.

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Saskatchewan Social Studies 6. Student Edition
Saskatchewan Social Studies 6 has been custom published for Saskatchewan and has been developed by a team of Saskatchewan teachers. At the beginning of each unit, the Essential Question box sets the focus for the unit. The book provides opportunities for hands-on learning and engages students with What Do You Think, More About, Map Skills and Thinking It Through activities. Included are an atlas, a skills section and a glossary.
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $98.43
Record posted/updated: August 15, 2020
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The atlas includes world maps and charts on topics such as landforms, vegetation, resources, population, religion, language and the economy. This edition incorporates the 2006 Canadian Census statistics together with new content, including remote sensing, climate change and satellite imagery.
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Price : $67.95
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Record posted/updated: July 8, 2024
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Concentus Citizenship Education Resources. Grade 6: The Intentional & Explicit Teaching of Essential Citizenship Competencies
Students investigate and understand the meaning of and relationship between authority and power, influence and force. They examine this concept from a personal perspective and then extend their understanding to Canada and countries bordering the Atlantic Ocean. Students examine the characteristics and traits of leadership beginning with the individual and then extend their understandings to the structure of organizations, both nationally and internationally.
Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
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Record posted/updated: January 3, 2019
R050646
Culture Quest. Student Book: Exploring World Cultures
This resource explores cultures from around the world and helps students understand the role that culture plays in our lives. Topics discussed in the text include: Environment and Culture, Elements of Culture and Expressions of Culture.
•  Culture Quest. Teacher's Resource: Exploring World Cultures
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $93.95
Record posted/updated: August 27, 2020
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Under One Sun Grade 6. Complete Classroom Set
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Media and Formats : Kit
Price : See publisher.
Record posted/updated: June 10, 2022