Overview of 7th Grade PA ELA
GENERAL INFORMATION:
This year, we will study the following units:
Unit 1 The Art of Suspense
Experience chilling tales that build tension, twist expectations, and keep readers guessing.
Unit 2 Conveying Courage
Explore powerful examples of courage in moments crisis or adversity across multi-genre texts.
"A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens
Unit 3 Twelve Angry Men
Step inside a jury room to examine justice, responsibility, and the power of persuasion.
Units 4/6 Â Debates: Contact Sports, School Start Time, School Electives, and Social Media
Analyze the impact of a given topic and rearch the effect on teens' health and success.
Unit 5 Not That Different
Analyze stories of "othering" to understand empathy, fairness, and human connection.
Resources
CommonLit District-adopted curriculum
CLASS MATERIALS:
Every day, you will need the following supplies (unless otherwise instructed):
1. Personal Reading Book
2. Notebook
3. ELA Folder or Accordion
4. Black/Blue Pens, Red Pens, and Pencils
5. Assignment Notebook