Seventh Grade Social Studies focuses on a geographic analysis of the ancient world’s history in acontinent-based study. Students will evaluate the development of ancient civilizations emergingfrom each continent and the impact of geography on the economic and political development ofhose groups. Students will apply geographic concepts through analyses of maps, charts, and data. Students will classify and compare various forms of government.. (West Virginia Social Studies Standards Grade 7)
Week of August 24-28, 2026
Monday 8/24 Students are to identify the Cradles of Civilization; map quiz on this information will be Monday 8/31
Tuesday 8/25 Notes/Class Discussion-Physical Geography
Wednesday 8/26 Notes/Class Discussion-Physical Geography
Thursday 8/27 Atlas Skills Activity-Legends and Scales
Friday 8/28 Begin working on Unit 1 study guide (Essentials of Geography); Unit 1 test will be Friday September 11