The
seventh grade Geography curriculum lends itself to engaging students
intellectually, personally, emotionally, and socially. The inquiry
approach to learning is used to help students understand both current events
and issues facing their local, national, and global communities.
International mindedness, a concept emphasized during 7th grade, is embraced by
the Humanities curriculum. The IB Middle Years Program, of the IB
Curriculum, fundamental concepts of holistic learning, communication and
intercultural awareness are central to the 7th grade Humanities
classroom. Seventh grade Humanities explores World Geography.
Units of study include (through self contained and interdisciplinary units):
Basics of Geography
Natural Resources
Human Geography/Culture
Physical Geography
Europe
Middle East
Russia and the Former Russian Nations
Monsoon Asia
Africa
Australia/Oceania the Pacific Island Nations
Money and You/Global Marketplace
International Towne