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7th + 8th grade - social science

Social Science

The seventh/eighth grade social science curriculum includes a study of American history from colonial times to the Civil War. This allows students to understand the way government, international relations, economics, and conflict have shaped our country.

Seventh/eighth grade units include:

  • Our Colonial Heritage

  • Revolution in the Colonies

  • Forming A New Nation

  • Launching the New Republic

  • An Expanding Nation

  • Antebellum America

  • The Union Challenged

  • Migration and Industry

  • America Emerges as a World Power

Students are assessed through project-based learning activities including:

  • Research Papers

  • Team and Individual Projects

  • Quizzes

  • Homework in Online Texts

  • Reflective Journaling

  • In-class Discussions

  • One-on-one Check-ins

  • Daily Observations

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7th & 8th GradeSamantha PennSocial Science
6th grade - social science

Social Science

The sixth grade social science curriculum is a study of ancient civilizations and early world history. It is designed to help students master geographic, historic, and civic concepts, in order to instill a historical perspective, readying students for more advanced study.

Sixth grade units may include:

  • Introduction to Social Science

  • Maslow’s Hierarchy and the Matrix of Civilization

  • The Golden Age of Ancient Greece

  • Alexander’s Hellenic Empire

  • The Roman Republic

  • The Roman Empire

  • The Han Dynasty (China)

  • The Mauryan and Gupta Empires (India)

Students are assessed throughout project-based learning activities including:

  • Research Papers

  • Team and Individual Projects

  • Quizzes

  • Homework in Online Texts

  • Reflective Journaling

  • In-class discussions

  • One-on-One Check-ins

  • Daily Observations

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6th GradeSamantha PennSocial Science
5th grade - social science

Social Science

The fifth grade social studies curriculum is designed to help students master geographic, historic, and civic concepts, in order to instill a historical perspective, readying students for more advanced study.

  • Students will learn the application of map skills, and reading charts and graphs for geographical understanding.

  • Students will learn note-taking skills and how to utilize information and research for written assignments (reports, projects, and use of technological apps).

  • Students will learn geographic vocabulary, and will gain a geographic awareness of the diversity of places.

  • Students will learn historical vocabulary along with historical awareness, becoming aware of major historical events and their impact on history.

  • Students will become proficient in research and the use of primary sources for reports and written presentations.

  • Students will learn public speaking and oral presentation skills, including using fact-based arguments in debate-style simulations.

  • Students will develop responsibility and time management skills throughout all facets of learning.

  • Students will collaborate in and out of class with civically minded students.

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5th GradeSamantha PennSocial Science