1. “History is a cyclic poem written by time upon the memories of man.” Percy Bysshe Shelley Deb St Jean 100 Elyse Poller 99 7 th Grade Social Studies

2. The seventh grade social studies units focus on ancient history and current events. This is a survey course that focuses on social history

3. OUR UNITS*:PrehistoryMesopotamia EgyptIndia ChinaGreece PersiaRome Early Middle Ages – Americas, Europe Middle Ages – Europe, Japan, Mali Renaissance Units vary by year Experts /Travelers / Guest Speakers welcome. Let us know if you are available and willing!

4. Current Events Encourage awareness of world events Develop a critical eye for news sources Develop presentation skills

5. Highlights In-school simulations Archaeology Day Medieval Faire

6. Enrichment opportunity: History Day - This year’s theme: Exploration, Encounter, Exchange in History

7. 7 th 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 website http://www.mansfieldct.gov/content/11169/11181/11298/12357/18225/default.aspx http://www.mansfieldct.gov/content/11169/11181/11298/12357/18225/default.aspx

8. 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.

9. 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.

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