Construct maps to represent and explain the pattern of cultural and environmental characteristics in our world. (GEO 6–7.1)

Use maps, satellite images, photographs, and other representations to explain relationships between the locations of places and regions, and changes in their environmental characteristics. (GEO 6–7.2)

Evaluate the impact of European colonization on the culture, government, and economies of the sub-Saharan African regions (GEO 6–7.8 )

Analyze and research issues and current events related to modern African successes (HIST 6–8.1)

Compare and contrast the various regions, cultures and governments of Africa today (GEO 6–7.4)

Engage in the inquiry process through making a claim, collecting evidence, and communicating conclusions (INQ 6–8.10, INQ 6–8.12)

Identify and label on a map the major political and geographical features of Latin America; discuss how the geography affects the way people live (GEO 6–7.1)

Identify advancements that came from the Aztec, Maya, and Inca civilizations (GEO 6–7.3)

Recognize the impact of colonization on Indigenous peoples (GEO 6–7.8)

Analyze Latin America in the areas of emigration, political systems, natural resources, geographic relationships, and culture (CIV 6–7.3)

Examine the global connections between South American countries and their neighbors (GEO 6–7.9)

Identify and label on a map the major political and geographical features of South Asia and the Indian subcontinent; discuss how the geography affects the way people live (GEO 6–7.1)

Analyze impact of monsoon on India and the subcontinent (GEO 6–7.5)

Evaluate the historical events that have created disunity and conflict in the region (CIV 6–7.1, CIV 6–7.2)

Evaluate the connection between India’s population and its environment, economy, and government (GEO 6–7.6, GEO 6–7.11)

Identify and label on a map the major political and geographic features of China; discuss how the geography affects the way people live (GEO 6–7.1, GEO 6–7.3)

Assess the challenges and opportunities that China faces as a result of geography limitations and population (GEO 6–7.3, GEO 6–7.5)

Explain how China is modernizing and is increasingly impacted by globalization (GEO 6–7.10)