Essential Question: What are the different qualities of Jamaica

1. 5.5a The countries of the Western Hemisphere have varied characteristics and contributions that distinguish them from other countries.  Students will explore key cultural characteristics, such as the languages, religions and contributions, of the United States, Canada, Mexico, and one Caribbean or one South American country.  Students will compare and contrast key cultural characteristics and contributions associated with the United States with those associated with Canada, Mexico, and a country in either the Caribbean or South America.

1.1. NYS Social Studies Standards (Grade 5)

1.1.1. 5.4a Physical maps reflect the varied climate zones, landforms, bodies of water, and natural resources of the Western Hemisphere. 5.4b The Western Hemisphere can be divided into regions. Regions are areas that share common, identifiable characteristics such as physical, political, economic, or cultural features. Regions within the Western Hemisphere include:  North America (Canada and the United States)  Caribbean

2. Key Ideas and Question # The People of Jamaica What are the various ethnic groups in Jamaica and their famous figures?

2.1. Ethnic Groups

2.2. Famous Jamaicans

3. Geography: Question 1 - What are some of the major land features specific to Jamaica. Question 2 - How does Jamaica use its land and water for economic purposes? Question 3 - What is the political landscape of Jamaica?

3.1. Landforms

3.2. Waterways

3.3. Political Map

4. Tourism: Question 1: What are the major tourist area/cities in Jamaica? Question 2 - How does Jamaica capitalize on the existing tourism industry in the Caribbean? Question 3 - What makes Jamaica unique from its neighboring countries?

4.1. Dunns River Falls

4.2. Bob Marley's Museum

4.3. Rose Hall Great House (Montego Bay)

4.4. Port Royal

5. 5th Grade Social Studies: Jamaica Meagan Linzer, Christina Lindo, Brad Haywood, Seja Gamble

6. Culture: Key Ideas and Question 1. How do the geographic features of Jamaica directly relate to its culture? Question 2. Describe Patois. Is it a Language?

6.1. Music

6.2. Food

6.3. Sports

6.4. Language

6.4.1. English

6.4.2. Patois

7. Key Ideas and Question # History of Jamaica Who are the key powers who ruled Jamaica before its independence?

7.1. Spanish Rule

7.2. British Rule

7.3. Independence

8. Key Ideas and Question # Jamaican Flag What do the colors of the flag represent?

8.1. Black

8.2. Gold

8.3. Green

9. Jamaica vs. United States (Brad)

10. NYS Common Core Standards

10.1. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.2 Determine two or more main ideas of a text and explain how they are supported by key details; summarize the text.

10.2. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.3 Explain the relationships or interactions between two or more individuals, events, ideas, or concepts in a historical, scientific, or technical text based on specific information in the text.

11. ISTE: NETS

11.1. Standard 1 Empowered Learner Students leverage technology to take an active role in choosing, achieving and demonstrating competency in their learning goals, informed by the learning sciences.

11.2. Standard 7 Creative Communicator Students communicate clearly and express themselves creatively for a variety of purposes using the platforms, tools, styles, formats and digital media appropriate to their goals.

12. Follow-up Activities

12.1. Interactive homework assignment

12.2. Assessment: Researching another Caribbean country