Nova Scotia · Grade 6
Social Studies, Grade 6
Nova Scotia’s Grade 6 social studies course, from The Role of Culture to Global Citizenship.
- Units
- 6
- Lessons
- 6
- Skills
- 15
- Provincial exam
- None
- Official curriculum
- Nova Scotia Department of Education and Early Childhood Development
Unit by unit
Every skill in the course, numbered by unit.
Unit 1 · 2 skills
The Role of Culture
What is Culture?
Elements of culture: material and non-material
I can name elements of culture and sort them into material (objects) and non-material (beliefs, language, values).
Skill 1.1
The role of culture and how it is passed on
I can explain the role culture plays in people's lives and how it is passed from one generation to the next.
Skill 1.2
The official wording · 2 outcomes
- 1.1
- investigate the role of culture in communities, inclusive of Acadians, African Nova Scotians, Gaels, Mi’kmaq, and additional groups
- 1.2
- role of culture in communities
Key ideas
Culture includes history, traditions, language, beliefs, and values.
Material culture is things we can touch (clothing, tools, art).
Non-material culture is ideas we can't touch (language, beliefs, values).
Nova Scotia's cultures include Acadian, African Nova Scotian, Gael, and Mi'kmaq.
Culture shapes how we see the world and live our lives.
Watch out for
- Thinking culture is only objects - beliefs and language are culture too.
- Thinking material and non-material culture are unrelated - they connect.
- Thinking culture stays exactly the same forever.
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Unit 2 · 4 skills
Cross-Cultural Understanding
Understanding Across Cultures
Stereotypes in modern society
I can explain what stereotypes are and how they appear in modern society.
Skill 2.1
The impact of stereotypes
I can analyse how stereotypes damage cross-cultural understanding and why understanding matters.
Skill 2.2
Actions to improve understanding
I can describe actions people take locally, nationally, and globally to improve cross-cultural understanding.
Skill 2.3
Analysing local community actions
I can analyse a local community action and judge how well it supports cross-cultural understanding.
Skill 2.4
The official wording · 4 outcomes
- 2.1
- analyse the impact of cross-cultural understanding, inclusive of Acadians, African Nova Scotians, Gaels, Mi’kmaq, and additional cultures
- 2.2
- analyse the impact of cross-cultural understanding
- 2.3
- impact of cross-cultural understanding
- 2.4
- cross-cultural understanding
Key ideas
A stereotype is an oversimplified idea that all people in a group are the same.
Stereotypes exist in media, jokes, and everyday assumptions.
Stereotypes are not accurate - people in a group are diverse.
Recognizing stereotypes is the first step to challenging them.
Stereotypes block real understanding between cultures.
Watch out for
- Thinking stereotypes are just harmless generalizations.
- Thinking modern society has no stereotypes.
- Thinking stereotypes only affect the person being stereotyped.
Every skill’s key ideas, worked examples and checks are in MapleMind.Practise this unit
Unit 3 · 2 skills
Comparing Sustainability Practices
Sustainability Around the World
Factors that influence sustainability
I can identify factors, including culture, that influence a country's sustainability practices.
Skill 3.1
Comparing sustainability perspectives
I can compare a sustainability practice in Canada with one in another country and explain why the perspectives differ.
Skill 3.2
The official wording · 2 outcomes
- 3.1
- compare sustainability practices between Canada and a selected country
- 3.2
- sustainability practices between Canada and a selected country
Key ideas
Sustainability practices are ways a country protects its resources for the future.
Factors include resources, needs, wealth, and culture.
Culture shapes how people view the land and resources.
Different countries have different practices for good reasons.
Comparing means finding what is similar and different.
Watch out for
- Thinking every country practices sustainability the same way.
- Thinking culture has nothing to do with sustainability.
- Thinking one country's way is always the 'right' way.
Every skill’s key ideas, worked examples and checks are in MapleMind.Practise this unit
Unit 4 · 2 skills
Traditions and Beliefs
Traditions, Beliefs, and Change
How traditions and beliefs are preserved
I can analyse how a culture's traditions and beliefs are expressed and preserved over time.
Skill 4.1
How change affects traditions and beliefs
I can explain how change and important events affect a culture's traditions and beliefs over time.
Skill 4.2
The official wording · 2 outcomes
- 4.1
- analyse how traditions and beliefs relate to culture in a region
- 4.2
- how traditions and beliefs relate to culture in a region
Key ideas
Traditions and beliefs express a culture's values.
They are preserved through language, literature, and oral tradition.
Passing on traditions keeps a culture alive across generations.
Traditions are reflected in customs, rituals, and celebrations.
Traditions and beliefs can change over time.
Watch out for
- Thinking traditions are just old habits with no meaning.
- Thinking traditions preserve themselves - they are actively passed on.
- Thinking traditions never change.
Every skill’s key ideas, worked examples and checks are in MapleMind.Practise this unit
Unit 5 · 3 skills
Child and Aboriginal Rights
Rights Around the World and at Home
The rights of the child
I can describe rights in the UN Declaration of the Rights of the Child and where they come from.
Skill 5.1
Rights of Indigenous peoples
I can describe rights in the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and connect them to Aboriginal human rights in Canada.
Skill 5.2
Declarations and treaties
I can explain the difference between a declaration and a treaty.
Skill 5.3
The official wording · 3 outcomes
- 5.1
- selected examples of child rights issues around the world inclusive of Aboriginal human rights issues in Canada
- 5.2
- Aboriginal human rights issues in Canada
- 5.3
- child rights issues around the world inclusive of Aboriginal human rights issues in Canada
Key ideas
A right is something every person is owed.
The UN Declaration of the Rights of the Child protects children worldwide.
Rights include protection, education, and a safe place to live.
Child rights issues exist around the world.
The UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples protects Indigenous peoples' rights.
Watch out for
- Thinking children don't have their own rights.
- Thinking rights are the same as wants.
- Thinking Indigenous rights are the same as everyone else's with no distinct history.
Every skill’s key ideas, worked examples and checks are in MapleMind.Practise this unit
Unit 6 · 2 skills
Global Citizenship
Being a Global Citizen
Rights and responsibilities of a global citizen
I can analyse the rights and responsibilities of being an active global citizen.
Skill 6.1
Taking action on an issue
I can consider different perspectives on a local, national, or international issue and take an age-appropriate action.
Skill 6.2
The official wording · 2 outcomes
- 6.1
- actions that demonstrate responsibility as global citizens
- 6.2
- age appropriate actions that demonstrate responsibility as global citizens
Key ideas
A global citizen cares about people and issues around the world.
Global citizens have rights (to be treated fairly) and responsibilities (to help others).
Active global citizenship means using both our rights and responsibilities.
Local actions can have global impact.
An issue can be seen from different perspectives.
Watch out for
- Thinking global issues have nothing to do with you.
- Thinking you're too young to be a global citizen.
- Thinking there is only one side to an issue.
Every skill’s key ideas, worked examples and checks are in MapleMind.Practise this unit
Plan the term
Pick your term and the days you study. Each unit gets its share of the weeks and comes back a week later for a review. The last two weeks go over the whole course.
The official curriculum
This page follows Nova Scotia’s own curriculum for Social Studies, Grade 6.
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Questions about Social Studies, Grade 6
What is Social Studies, Grade 6?
Nova Scotia’s Grade 6 social studies course: 6 units and 15 skills, from The Role of Culture to Global Citizenship.
What units are in Social Studies, Grade 6?
1. The Role of Culture, 2. Cross-Cultural Understanding, 3. Comparing Sustainability Practices, 4. Traditions and Beliefs, 5. Child and Aboriginal Rights and 6. Global Citizenship.
Is there a provincial exam for Social Studies, Grade 6?
No. Nova Scotia gives no provincial exam for Social Studies, Grade 6.
What comes after Social Studies, Grade 6?
Social Studies, Grade 7.
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