Last week in 8th grade Social Studies was the week of "isms". The students learned about isolationism, expansionism, and imperialism. They discussed how the United States moved through each of these stages to become one of the most powerful nations on earth in the early 20th century. They learned about the acquisitions of Alaska, Hawaii, Midway, and Samoa. This week, we will continue to learn about America's increasing presence throughout the world. Students will learn about the Spanish American War by acting it out. Then, they will begin a menu project where they can choose different ways to demonstrate their knowledge of this unit.
Ask your 8th grader:
- Was it fair for the United States to take over Alaska and Hawaii?
- What is the difference between isolationism and imperialism?
- What part did you play in the Spanish-American War simulation?
Spanish American War Simulation:
Yellow Journalism Analysis:
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