Culture

6^th Grade Social Studies

�Answer the following question in your own words.

• Culture- The way of life of a group of people

​

​

Can you think of ways that your culture influences your life?

​

​

What is culture?

Elements of culture

• Language
• Shelter
• Clothing
• Economy
• Religion
• Celebrations

• Education
• Values
• Climate
• Government/Laws
• Recreation/Entertainment
• Music/Dance

• Anthropologist- A scientist who studies cultures

​

• Examine human origins and how humans have changed over time

​

• How have humans changed over time or evolved?

​

Watch This!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BT0kzF4A-WQ (People from Sudan move to the USA)

​

• What challenges do you think the people from Sudan will have when coming to America for the first time?

​

Cultural Questions

• Take a few minutes to quietly answer these questions about your culture with your partner.

​

1. What language do you speak at home?

2. What is your favorite holiday? Why?

3. What is a traditional family meal that you enjoy eating?

​

Share your answers with your group members

​

• What do you have in common?

​

2) What was different?

​

​