Overall Theme for the Year
Ages 12 - 13 years old
In Grade 7, students engage in a dynamic curriculum that integrates various thematic units to encourage a comprehensive understanding of the world and their place in it. They explore beliefs, values, and religions and gain perspective on diversity. The curriculum also covers human migration, examining its causes and impact on societies and individuals. Students learn about managing finite resources responsibly and the importance of sustainability. They delve into different government systems and its effect on people's lives, study energy sources and their environmental impacts, and emphasize the power of creative expression in personal and social change. Together, these units encourage students to connect their learning to real-world issues, promote personal and social responsibility.
Language Art
- Reading Strategies: Synthesizing, skimming, and scanning for information.
- Novel Studies: In-depth analysis of "The Giver" by Lois Lowry and "A Long Walk to Water" by Linda Sue Park.
- Writing: Developing skills in inquiry-based writing, conducting surveys, and interviews.
- Speaking and Listening: Mastery of language structures and effective communication in various contexts.
Mathematics
- Rational Number Arithmetic: Students will learn operations involving rational numbers, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Expressions, Equations, and Inequalities: Introduction to algebraic concepts, solving equations, and understanding inequalities.
- Ratios, Rates, Percentages, Fractions, and Decimals: Focus on practical applications and problem-solving using these mathematical concepts.
- Probability and Sampling: Basics of probability theory and how to collect and interpret data samples.
Science
- Nature vs. Nurture, Mitosis/Meiosis: Understanding genetic and environmental influences on organisms, cell division, and reproduction.
- Weather vs. Climate, Global Climate Change: Differences between weather and climate, causes and effects of climate change.
- Wave Behavior (Light and Sound): Exploration of wave properties and their applications in light and sound.
- Properties and Laws of Gravity: Study of gravitational forces and their impact on physical bodies.
- Physiology and Biology of Plants and Animals: Examination of biological systems, functions, and adaptations in living organisms.
Social Studies
- Diverse Global Societies: Understanding cultural diversity and the interconnectivity of global communities.
- External Challenges (Wars, Migration, Globalization): Analysis of historical and current global challenges and their effects on societies.
- Human and Natural Environments: Study of the interaction between humans and their environment, including resource use and sustainability.
- Governance and Societal Management: Examination of different governance systems and their roles in managing societies.
Entrepreneurship
- Basic Business Concepts: Understanding what a business is, different types of businesses, and the basics of how businesses operate.
- Idea Generation and Creativity: Learning how to brainstorm ideas for products or services and thinking creatively to solve problems.
- Marketing and Branding: Understanding the basics of marketing, how to create a brand, and ways to promote a business.
- Financial Literacy: Introduction to basic financial concepts such as money management, budgeting, and simple profit and loss calculations.
Programming and Logical Thinking
- Basic Coding Skills: Learning fundamental coding concepts such as sequences, loops, and conditionals using age-appropriate programming languages.
- Logical Problem Solving: Developing logical thinking and problem-solving skills through puzzles, games, and simple programming tasks.
- Algorithmic Thinking: Understanding how to break down tasks into step-by-step instructions that a computer can follow.
- Digital Literacy: Gaining familiarity with basic computer operations, internet safety, and responsible use of technology.
