Houghton Mifflin- Share Our World Level 3

1. Social Studies Chapter 2
Communities are Different and Alike

2. Different Types of Communities

4. • The total number of people living in a certain place.

5. • The total number of people living in a certain place.
• The population of Absecon is about 8,000 people.

6. • The total number of people living in a certain place.
• The population of Absecon is about 8,000 people.
• The population of Atlantic City is about 40,000 people.

7. • The total number of people living in a certain place.
• The population of Absecon is about 8,000 people.
• The population of Atlantic City is about 40,000 people.
• The population of Chicago, Illinois is about 2,700,000 people.

8. urban

9. urban

10. urban
• This type of community has many people living closely together.

11. urban
• This type of community has many people living closely together.
• An urban community may have thousands of houses and apartment buildings.

12. urban
• This type of community has many people living closely together.
• An urban community may have thousands of houses and apartment buildings.
• Cities with many skyscrapers are urban communities.

13. suburb

14. suburb

15. suburb
• A community located at the edge of a big city

16. suburb
• A community located at the edge of a big city.
• People sometimes choose to live here to have more space but still be close to work, shopping & the arts

17. rural

18. rural

19. rural

20. rural
• This type of community has fewer people and is surrounded by countryside.

21. rural
• This type of community has fewer people and is surrounded by countryside.
• Many people who live here are farmers or ranchers..

22. rural
• This type of community has fewer people and is surrounded by countryside.
• Many people who live here are farmers or ranchers..
• Homes and businesses can be scattered and far from one another.

23. Chicago, Illinois

24. Chicago, Illinois

25. Chicago, Illinois
• The world’s first skyscraper, The Home Insurance Building, was built in Chicago
in 1845.

26. Chicago, Illinois
• The world’s first skyscraper, The Home Insurance Building, was built in Chicago
in 1845.

27. Chicago, Illinois
• The world’s first skyscraper, The Home Insurance Building, was built in Chicago
in 1845.
• The city is on the shore of Lake Michigan, which is one of the Great Lakes.

28. Chicago, Illinois
• The world’s first skyscraper, The Home Insurance Building, was built in Chicago
in 1845.
• The city is on the shore of Lake Michigan, which is one of the Great Lakes.
• Chicago is an urban community in the center of the United States.

29. Chicago, Illinois
• The world’s first skyscraper, The Home Insurance Building, was built in Chicago
in 1845.
• The city is on the shore of Lake Michigan, which is one of the Great Lakes.
• Chicago is an urban community in the center of the United States.
• Chicago’s railroads and airports are the busiest in the nation.

30. Evanston, Illinois

31. Evanston, Illinois

32. Evanston, Illinois
• A suburb north of Chicago

33. Evanston, Illinois
• A suburb north of Chicago
• Home to a large university

34. Evanston, Illinois
• A suburb north of Chicago
• Home to a large university
• Many residents of Evanston work in
Chicago.

35. Evanston, Illinois
• A suburb north of Chicago
• Home to a large university
• Many residents of Evanston work in
Chicago.
• Evanston residents can relax and play on
the shores of Lake Michigan.

36. Evanston, Illinois
• A suburb north of Chicago
• Home to a large university
• Many residents of Evanston work in
Chicago.
• Evanston residents can relax and play on
the shores of Lake Michigan.

37. Grafton, Illinois

38. Grafton, Illinois

39. Grafton, Illinois
• A rural community on the banks of
the Mississippi River

40. Grafton, Illinois
• A rural community on the banks of
the Mississippi River
• There are forests and fields nearby.

41. Grafton, Illinois
• A rural community on the banks of
the Mississippi River
• There are forests and fields nearby.
• Grafton has just one main road
through the little town called Great
River Road.

42. Grafton, Illinois
• A rural community on the banks of
the Mississippi River
• There are forests and fields nearby.
• Grafton has just one main road
through the little town called Great
River Road.

43. Grafton, Illinois
• A rural community on the banks of
the Mississippi River
• There are forests and fields nearby.
• Grafton has just one main road
through the little town called Great
River Road.
• There are no traffic jams on the
streets.

44. Grafton, Illinois
• A rural community on the banks of
the Mississippi River
• There are forests and fields nearby.
• Grafton has just one main road
through the little town called Great
River Road.
• There are no traffic jams on the
streets.
• Grafton has just a few stores or
restaurants.

45. Grafton, Illinois
• A rural community on the banks of
the Mississippi River
• There are forests and fields nearby.
• Grafton has just one main road
through the little town called Great
River Road.
• There are no traffic jams on the
streets.
• Grafton has just a few stores or
restaurants.

46. Grafton, Illinois
• A rural community on the banks of
the Mississippi River
• There are forests and fields nearby.
• Grafton has just one main road
through the little town called Great
River Road.
• There are no traffic jams on the
streets.
• Grafton has just a few stores or
restaurants.
• Most residents know each other in
this quiet, little town.

47. A Community at Different Times

48. History

49. History

50. History
• History is the study of the past

51. History
• History is the study of the past
• When we study history, we learn about important events and the
people who were a part of those events.

52. History
• History is the study of the past
• When we study history, we learn about important events and the
people who were a part of those events.

53. Living in the Desert
• For thousands of years, Native Americans have
lived in this area. They are known as “Desert
People.”
• Around 1690, Spanish explorers claimed this land
and much more land in North America. They
called it Mexico.
• In 1692, Tuscon got its name from a Spanish
man named Father Kino. He built a mission.
• The Spanish wanted the Native Americans to
learn the Catholic religion.
• Spain ruled Tucson until Mexico won its
independence from Spain in 1821.
• In 1854, the United States bought the land
around Tucson from Mexico, making Tucson and
American town.

55. mission

56. mission
• In 1692 Father Kino gave Tucson its name.
• He called the area San Cosme de Tucson.
• Father Kino started a mission where people teach
their religion to others.

57. mission
• In 1692 Father Kino gave Tucson its name.
• He called the area San Cosme de Tucson.
• Father Kino started a mission where people teach
their religion to others.
religion

58. mission
• In 1692 Father Kino gave Tucson its name.
• He called the area San Cosme de Tucson.
• Father Kino started a mission where people teach
their religion to others.
religion
• A belief about God or gods.
• The Spanish wanted Native Americans to learn the
Catholic religion.

59. Mining in the land near Tucson

60. Mining in the land near Tucson

61. • People tried to make money by digging
for gold and silver in the mountains
around Tucson.
• There wasn’t much gold to find.
• The silver was very hard to dig out.
Mining in the land near Tucson

62. • People tried to make money by digging
for gold and silver in the mountains
around Tucson.
• There wasn’t much gold to find.
• The silver was very hard to dig out.
Mining in the land near Tucson

63. • People tried to make money by digging
for gold and silver in the mountains
around Tucson.
• There wasn’t much gold to find.
• The silver was very hard to dig out.
• Later, people came to Tucson to dig for
another metal called copper.
• There was a lot of copper to mine.
• There is still copper found there today.
Mining in the land near Tucson

64. transportation

65. transportation
• A way to move people and supplies from
place to place

66. transportation
• A way to move people and supplies from
place to place

67. transportation
• A way to move people and supplies from
place to place
• Trains were a new form of transportation
in the United States.

68. transportation
• A way to move people and supplies from
place to place
• Trains were a new form of transportation
in the United States.
• In 1880, the railroad came to Tucson.

69. transportation
• A way to move people and supplies from
place to place
• Trains were a new form of transportation
in the United States.
• In 1880, the railroad came to Tucson.
• Tucson copper could now be transported
by train to other cities.

70. transportation
• A way to move people and supplies from
place to place
• Trains were a new form of transportation
in the United States.
• In 1880, the railroad came to Tucson.
• Tucson copper could now be transported
by train to other cities.

71. transportation
• A way to move people and supplies from
place to place
• Trains were a new form of transportation
in the United States.
• In 1880, the railroad came to Tucson.
• Tucson copper could now be transported
by train to other cities.
• Many workers who helped build the
railroad came all the way from China.
• Many Chinese workers stayed in Tucson
after the railroad was done. They opened
many small businesses in the city.

72. Schools in Tucson

73. Long Ago in Tucson
Schools in Tucson

74. Long Ago in Tucson
• The first public school opened in
1868. Most students spoke Spanish.
• In 1888, Native American children got
their own school.
• Many graduates of this school went on
to become leaders in Native American
communities around Tucson.
Schools in Tucson

75. Long Ago in Tucson
Today in Tucson
• The first public school opened in
1868. Most students spoke Spanish.
• In 1888, Native American children got
their own school.
• Many graduates of this school went on
to become leaders in Native American
communities around Tucson.
Schools in Tucson

76. Long Ago in Tucson
Today in Tucson
• The first public school opened in
• Today, Tucson is still a center for learning.
• The University of Arizona is located in
1868. Most students spoke Spanish.
• In 1888, Native American children got
their own school.
• Many graduates of this school went on
to become leaders in Native American
communities around Tucson.
Tucson.
• The Native American population in
Arizona is among the largest in the USA.
• This area is also home to more speakers of
Native American languages than any other
state.
Schools in Tucson

77. Homes in Tucson

78. Early Homes
Homes in Tucson

79. Early Homes
• Tucson was known as a village at first.
• Homes were made of mud bricks
called adobe. The bricks formed a
very thick wall.
• Mud walls kept the home warm in
winter and cool in summer.
• Tucson summers can reach over 110°.
Homes in Tucson

80. Early Homes
Homes of Today
• Tucson was known as a village at first.
• Homes were made of mud bricks
called adobe. The bricks formed a
very thick wall.
• Mud walls kept the home warm in
winter and cool in summer.
• Tucson summers can reach over 110°.
Homes in Tucson

81. Early Homes
Homes of Today
• Tucson was known as a village at first.
• Homes were made of mud bricks
called adobe. The bricks formed a
very thick wall.
• Mud walls kept the home warm in
winter and cool in summer.
• Tucson summers can reach over 110°.
• Buildings and homes are built from
concrete, wood and steel.
• Air conditioning is an invention that has
made it easier for people to live and work
in Tucson.
• Now, skyscrapers stand against the sky.
Tucson has become a large, urban
community.
Homes in Tucson

82. Communities Share Many Things

83. culture

84. culture
• The way of life of a group of people
• Different groups in the US have their
own ways of doing things.

85. culture
• The way of life of a group of people
• Different groups in the US have their
own ways of doing things.
• Religious beliefs

86. culture
• The way of life of a group of people
• Different groups in the US have their
own ways of doing things.
• Religious beliefs
• Foods

87. culture
• The way of life of a group of people
• Different groups in the US have their
own ways of doing things.
• Religious beliefs
• Foods
• Language
• Songs and dances

88. culture
• The way of life of a group of people
• Different groups in the US have their
own ways of doing things.
• Religious beliefs
• Foods
• Language
• Songs and dances
• Every day activities like going to school

96. custom

97. custom
• an activity or way of behaving that is
traditional among the people in a particular
group or place.
• A custom is usually performed often and
regularly, sometimes even on a daily basis.
• Customs are different all over the world.
• Some customs may surprise you!

104. tradition

105. tradition
• An important activity that has been done for many
years by a group of people.
• Traditions occur regularly and are usually
considered special or formal.
• Traditions are performed on certain occasions.
• Traditions can be performed within a family, a
community or a religion.

106. Tulsa, Oklahoma Celebrates Two Different Cultures

107. Tulsa, Oklahoma Celebrates Two Different Cultures
The Tulsa Powwow
• A yearly tradition to honor the Native
Americans in the community
• The powwow lasts four days, and
people come from all over the
country.
• They perform dances that have been
handed down among Native
Americans for over 500 years.
• People enjoy Native American crafts
and foods.
• The powwow keeps ancient Native
American cultures and customs alive.

108. Tulsa, Oklahoma Celebrates Two Different Cultures
The Tulsa Powwow
• A yearly tradition to honor the Native
Americans in the community
• The powwow lasts four days, and
people come from all over the
country.
• They perform dances that have been
handed down among Native
Americans for over 500 years.
• People enjoy Native American crafts
and foods.
• The powwow keeps ancient Native
American cultures and customs alive.

109. Tulsa, Oklahoma Celebrates Two Different Cultures
The Tulsa Powwow
• A yearly tradition to honor the Native
Americans in the community
• The powwow lasts four days, and
people come from all over the
country.
• They perform dances that have been
handed down among Native
Americans for over 500 years.
• People enjoy Native American crafts
and foods.
• The powwow keeps ancient Native
American cultures and customs alive.
The Scottish Games
• Long ago, many families moved
from Scotland to the US and
became settlers in Tulsa..
• This traditional festival allows
everyone to learn about Tulsa’s
Scottish culture.
• About 10,000 people attend,
playing unfamiliar games of
strength and tasting Scottish foods.
• There is a contest to see who can
throw a big log the farthest.

110. January- Martin Luther King Day
February- President's Day
May- Memorial Day
July- Independence Day
August- Labor Day
October- Columbus Day
November- Veterans Day
November- Thanksgiving Day

111. January- Martin Luther King Day
February- President's Day
May- Memorial Day
July- Independence Day
August- Labor Day
October- Columbus Day
November- Veterans Day
November- Thanksgiving Day

112. National Holidays
A day set aside to celebrate an event or honor
a person who is special to our country.
January- Martin Luther King Day
February- President's Day
May- Memorial Day
July- Independence Day
August- Labor Day
October- Columbus Day
November- Veterans Day
November- Thanksgiving Day

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