Argentina and South America Lesson Plan

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LESSON PLAN  
 
Student Name: Ava Dressendofer   
Date: March 5, 2021 
Cooperating Teacher: Mrs. Rainaldi   
Group Size: 16 students  
Allotted Time: 40 minutes 
Grade Level: 5th Grade  
Subject or Topic: Argentina + South America   
 
STANDARD (S):  
 
6.1.4.A.14 Describe how the world is divided into many nations that have their own governments, languages, customs, and laws. 
 
6.1.P.B.1 Develop an awareness of the physical features of the neighborhood/community. 
 
6.1.P.D.4 Learn about and respect other cultures within the classroom and community. 
 
6.1.P.D.3 Express individuality and cultural diversity  
 
6.1.5.GeoGI.4: Explain how cultural and environmental characteristics affect the distribution and movement of people, goods, and ideas 
 
6.1.5.HistoryUP.7: Describe why it is important to understand the perspectives of other cultures in an interconnected world 
 
6.1.5.GeoPP.4: Investigate the different physical and human characteristics of urban, suburban and rural communities and identify the factors that 
might attract individuals to that space.  
 
6.1.5.GeoSV.2: Use maps to explain the impact of location and place on the relationships between places in New Jersey, the United States and 
other countries. 
 
6.1.5.EconGE.4: Compare and contrast how the availability of resources affects people across the world differently. 
  
I. Performance Objectives  
 
Students will be able to reflect on Argentina and parts of South America’s country, land and 
resource, climate, and culture. 
 
II. Instructional Materials/ Resources:(books, papers, pencils, and technology) 
 
- Smart Board 
- Guided notes packet 
- Writing materials  
 
 
III. Essential Questions/Subject Matter/ Content (prerequisite skills, key vocabulary, big idea,) 
 
- Where are Argentina and South America located? 
- What are some of Argentina's natural resources? 
- What are the Andes? 
- How were the Andes formed? 
- What is the Altiplano? 
- What are the Pampas? 
- What is the temperature like near the equator? 
- What is El Nino? 
- What are vertical climate zones? 
- Why are South America’s climates so diverse? 
- What is the culture like in Argentina and South America?  
 
 
 
IV. Procedures/Strategies/Methodology (Teaching) 
 
A. Introduction –  
 
KWL Chart, the two columns will be filled out individually and then we will reconvene as a class and fill out one on 
the board together. 
 
B. Development –  
 
Instructor will display the Power point along with guided notes that students can use as a study tool for future 
assessments.  
 
C. Closure –  
 
A 2 minute video going over most of what we talked about “fast facts about argentina” and the last part of our KWL 
chart.  
 
 
D. Accommodations / Differentiation - 
 
Some students may decide to write more or less the average amount in their KWL chart. 
Some students may need the instructor to slow down and wait for them to be able to copy the notes in time.   
 
E. Assessment/Evaluation plan  
 
Questions throughout the packet of guided notes that are answered throught the presentation, class participation, and 
the last column of the KWL chart.  
 
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V. Reflective Response 
 
A. Report of Students’ Performance in Terms of States Objectives (Reflection on students’ performance written 
after lesson is taught, includes remediation for students who failed to meet acceptable level of achievement) 
 
B. Personal Reflection (Questions written before lesson is taught.) (Reflective answers to 
questions recorded after lesson is taught.)  
 
Please note:   
● Do not try to fit your lesson plan into the spaces on this format sheet. Scan this form or retype it. Adjust the spacing to 
match the needs of your individual lessons. 
● After the cooperating teacher has approved and initialed the plan, any recommendations or revisions should remain on 
the plan. 
** Resources: Raritan Valley Community College, Rider University, Kean University and Kutztown University 
 
 

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