Grade 7 Social Studies - The Medieval World

Students will study the time period beginning with Europe during medieval times to Europe entering the modern age. Using a hands-on project based approach to learning students will explore the legacy of civilizations of Europe, The Middle East, Africa, China, Japan and The Americas. Lessons are designed to teach critical thinking, cooperative learning, research proficiency, essay writing and the acquisition of geography skills. From the decline of feudalism to revolutions in exploration and thought, students will discover rich connections to the past.