Unit Plan Generator

Sure, I'd be happy to help you create a unit plan for a 6th grade Social Studies class on the topic of Renaissance. Here is a detailed outline for the unit plan:

I. Unit Overview and Essential Standards

A. Essential Standards:

1. Analyze the significance of contributions made by major empires & civilizations of the world
2. Analyze ways rules and laws change society & reasons why people change rules and laws over time

B. Unit Overview:

1. Topic: Renaissance
2. Duration: 10 lessons of 45 minutes each
3. Skills: Primary source analysis, compare and contrast, inquiry
4. Suggested resources or materials: Art and architecture of the Renaissance
5. Real-world connections or current events: The lasting impact of the Renaissance thinkers on our government, society, religions, and culture

II. Lesson Plans Lesson

1) Introduction to the Renaissance

A. Learning objectives:

1. Students will identify the time period and location of the Renaissance
2. Students will understand the cultural, economic, and political changes that led to the Renaissance
3. Students will use primary sources to learn about the Renaissance

B. Activities:

1. KWL Chart
2. Group discussion
3. Primary source analysis (paintings, sculptures, and architecture)

C. Formative assessment:

1. Class discussion
2. Exit ticket

D. Summative assessment:

1. Quiz on Renaissance facts

Lesson 2: Art and Architecture of the Renaissance
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