The 7th grade year is a study of world history and geography during the medieval and early modern eras. Students study the development and changes of complex civilizations. They identify and explore the similarities and patterns of these civilizations. Emphasis is placed on the fact that many of the civilizations developed concurrently and impacted each other. All units include an examination of the impact of religion, economics, politics, and social history on the medieval and early modern eras. The civilizations/regions of study covered in 7th grade are Europe in Medieval Times,  Islam and the Middle East, West Africa, Imperial China, Japan, and Central and South American Civilizations.