In 7th grade ELA students will read historical fiction that aligns to Social Studies units. Students will see connections between literature and different historical events, movements, and periods. Students will expand their writing and learn to write effectively for authentic purposes. Students will be exposed to both fiction and non-fiction reading and writing.
Here are a few of the books students will read in 7th grade. Feel free to check them out!
By Seymour Reit
This story follows a spy for the Union army. However, the spy is actually a woman in disguise named Emma Edmonds!
By James Lincoln Collier & Christopher Collier
Focused on the Revolutionary War, the novel follows two brothers and what happens when one of them decides to enlist in the rebel war efforts.
By Katherine Paterson
Set in the 19th century, this is a story of determination and personal growth.