“History is a cyclic poem written by time upon the memories of man.”

Percy Bysshe Shelley

Deb St Jean 100Elyse Poller 99

7th Grade Social Studies

The seventh grade social studies units focus on ancient history and current events.

This is a survey course that focuses on social history

OUR UNITS*: PrehistoryMesopotamia

Egypt IndiaChina GreecePersia RomeEarly Middle Ages –

Americas, EuropeMiddle Ages – Europe, Japan,

MaliRenaissance

• Units vary by year• Experts /Travelers /

Guest Speakers welcome.

• Let us know if you are available and willing!

Current Events

• Encourage awareness of world events

• Develop a critical eye for news sources

• Develop presentation skills

Highlights

• In-school simulations• Archaeology Day • Medieval Faire

Enrichment opportunity: History Day - This year’s theme:

Exploration, Encounter, Exchange in History

7th grade SS website provides:- opportunities for exploration /

and research of cultures - links to current event resources- assignment sheets- review activities

Our HW pages also link to the SS websitehttp://www.mansfieldct.gov/content/11169/11181/11298/12357/18225/default.aspx

Homework assignments - form the foundation for class work- develop important reading and

note-taking skills.

Students lose 5 points per day for late assignments.

Students must see teachers after absences for missed classwork and homework.

There will be comprehensive midterm and final exams.

It is critical that students keep ALL their notes, handouts, and quizzes/tests organized.

Organization and study skills lessons are conducted in class.

Folders are provided / available.

We look forward to an interesting and productive year with your students.