Soc Stud

PLEASE USE EDLINE TO ACCESS MATERIALS FOR THIS UNIT. Finish our study of WWII. Discuss the Asian front and President Truman's decision to drop the A-bomb. WWII test is Wed (B) and Thurs (A). It will be both scantron and essay- review materials are on Edline. Remember that extra credit research projects and movie sheets for extra credit are due the day of the test.

Soc Stud 8: 2/25-2/29

PLEASE USE EDLINE TO ACCESS MATERIALS FOR THIS UNIT. Mrs. Weller will speak to all SS8 classes about the Holocaust on Mon/Tues this week. Remember to pack a pillowcase with items you would pack if you got the knock on the door (set timer for 10 min). Bring the pillowcase to school on A=Wed and B=Thurs. Continue to discuss WWII battles. We will be done with the Chapt 27 studyguide by Friday. WWII test is next week. Research projects and movie sheets for extra credit are due the day of the test.

Soc Stud 8: 2/19 - 2/22

PLEASE USE EDLINE TO ACCESS MATERIALS FOR THIS UNIT. Continue learning about WWII. Topics this week include activities on the American homefront and battle strategy in Europe. GUEST SPEAKER ON THE HOLOCAUST: THURSDAY FEB 21 AFTER SCHOOL VVMS AUDITORIUM

Soc Stud 8: 2/11 - 2/15

PLEASE USE EDLINE TO ACCESS MATERIALS FOR THIS UNIT. Begin WWII- chapter 27 sect 1 and 2. Examine leadership traits in WWII leaders; Factors and events that led to the beginning of the war in Europe.

Soc Stud 8: Week of 2/4 - 2/8

PLEASE USE EDLINE TO ACCESS MATERIALS FOR THIS UNIT. Discuss effectiveness of borders on a variety of Asian current events. The Asia geography test is this week...it is a big one! Begin study of WWII- Power and leadership