Grade 6 Social Studies - Time and Place - New Alberta Curriculum

Exploring Our World: Understanding Time and Place in Grade 6 Social Studies (Alberta Curriculum - Ideologically Neutral)

Explore democracy across time and cultures with this comprehensive Grade 6 Social Studies workbook, designed specifically for Alberta educators. This engaging 49-page resource covers the evolution of democratic systems from Ancient Athens to modern-day Canada, with clear, student-friendly readings that cover all the KUSPs and support critical thinking.

Perfect for whole-class instruction, independent study, or social studies centers, this booklet includes eight fully developed sections that trace the development of democracy through historical and Indigenous perspectives. Each section is written in accessible language and includes vivid storytelling, comparison charts, and key vocabulary to help students build foundational understanding.

Engage Grade 6 students with this independent, student-friendly Social Studies workbook exploring the origin, development, and modern application of democracy. Perfect for at-home learners, remote learning, and classroom use, this workbook guides students step-by-step through ancient Athens, the Roman Republic, England’s legal reforms, the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, and Canada’s contemporary democratic system.

What’s Included:

• Democracy in Ancient Athens – Story-based introduction to direct democracy
• Democracy in the Roman Republic – Representative democracy and civic structure
• Comparing Athens and Rome – Side-by-side chart for visual learners
• Democracy in Medieval England – Magna Carta, Habeas Corpus, and the English Bill of Rights
• Democracy in the Haudenosaunee Confederacy – Indigenous governance and consensus
• Democracy in Canada Today – Rights, responsibilities, and government structure
• Vocabulary List (A–Z) – 40+ essential terms for reference and review
• Original Story: The Council of Three Fires – Fictional narrative illustrating democratic decision-making across cultures
  

Packed with clear instructions, stimulating activities, and opportunities for inquiry, this workbook provides educators and students with an invaluable and unbiased resource for mastering the TIME AND PLACE outcomes.