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Sixth Grade Instructions: Each trip begins with an introduction that includes a video, please allow 25 minutes for this activity. Listed below are some of the most often requested activities. Number the activities in order of preferences which best suits the needs of your class. These activities are designed for one class with 30 or less students. Activities can be adapted to various grade levels. For special request or additional information, please call 229-824-4104 ext.16. Teacher ______________________________________ School ______________________________________ |
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| ____ | SS.6.1
& SS.6.6 & SS.6.32 Locate the countries of Asia, the Middle East and Africa on a world map focusing on the work President and Mrs. Carter are involved in through The Carter Center. Teams will research, record data and report on results. Allow 45 minutes. |
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| ____ | SS.6.42 Place events in chronological order and make a timeline sequencing dates about President and Mrs. Carter. Allow 45 minutes. |
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| ____ | AE.6-8.1
& AE.6-8.13 Explores the scope of the agribusiness industry and production locally. (Students will have an opportunity to learn about Jimmy Carter as an agribusiness operator. The peanut production process will be discussed from seed to product and a tour of his childhood home and farm. Allow 90 minutes. |
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| ____ | SS.6.19
& SS.6.32 Work in a small group to analyze artifacts, record data and then report findings to class. Allow 45 minutes. |
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| Number your preference of the historical sites you would like your class to visit during the field trip. | |||
| ____ | Plains
High School Museum Includes exhibits,1930’s classroom, time lines, and movies about Jimmy Carter. An excellent opportunity for research and fact finding skills through museum activities and active participation. |
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| ____ | Depot
and Town of Plains Includes the history of Plains, the depot, transportation, and the 1976 Presidential campaign. An excellent opportunity to examine campaign items and the election process. |
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| ____ | Boyhood
Farm Includes the childhood home of Jimmy Carter, a tenant farm house, and farm buildings. An excellent opportunity to learn about pre-electric life styles, farming during 1930’s, and Jimmy Carter’s childhood. |
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