SSWH5 The student will trace the origins and expansion of the Islamic World between 600 CE and 1300 CE. Warm up (Opening):
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Episode 9: Mountain Machines Mountains form natural boundaries, dictate trade routes, create natural defenses and powerfully affect our weather. They have inspired wonder but have also fragmented peoples and sparked wars throughout history. This episode examines how mountains were created and how they have shaped the human story over time. Episode 10: Pocket Time Machines Cell phones are everywhere, and they link people throughout the world. This episode examines the how and why of the cell phone, giving historical context on the evolution of this now-omniscient device.
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SSWH5 The student will trace the origins and expansion of the Islamic World between 600 CE and 1300 CE. Warm up (Opening):
Work session
Episode 7: World of Weapons From the invention of the long bow to a Chinese alchemist’s accidental discovery of gunpowder, to Leonardo da Vinci’s design for a machine gun, history has been shaped by an ever-evolving quest for power over others. This episode looks at the ways humans have built and refined weapons, and how they have transformed human cultures over time. Episode 8: Brain Boost Today, commodities like coffee and tea are part of everyday life for many people throughout the world. But what is the history behind them, and why did they become so popular? This episode explores the chemical makeup of caffeine, and links human cravings to transformative events in human history, providing context for understanding the role of caffeine in our lives today. Closing
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Mr. HolceyMr. Holcey is a veteran teacher in the Savannah area. With over 20 years of teaching experience in subjects ranging from law to physical science. Archives
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