World History & Geography


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World History and Geography


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This document is a response to teachers' requests for practical assistance in implementing California's history-social science framework. The document offers stimulating ideas to enrich the teaching of history and social science, enliven instruction for every student, focus on essential topics, and help make learning more memorable. Experiences and contributions of ethnic groups and women in history are integrated in this course model. The framework is divided into 11 units: (1) Connecting with Past Learnings: Uncovering the Remote Past; (2) Connecting with Past Learnings: the Fall of Rome; (3) Growth of Islam; (4) African States in the Middle Ages and Early Modern Times; (5) Civilizations of the Americas; (6) China; (7) Japan; (8) Medieval Societies: Europe and Japan; (9) Europe During the Renaissance, the Reformation, and the Scientific Revolution; (10) Early Modern Europe: The Age of Exploration to the Enlightenment; and (11) Linking Past to Present. Six of the 11 units delineated in the framework's 7th grade course description are developed in these course models. All units follow the same format. Each begins with a rationale and overview. Ways are suggested for teachers to coordinate the model with the state-adopted textbook for 7th grade. A presentation of activities to introduce and continue the sample topic are suggested to encourage students to apply what they have studied through projects. Each unit ends with an extensive annotated list of sample resources. (DK)




Discovering the World of Geography, Grades 7 - 8


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Explore the world with students in grades 7–8 using Discovering the World of Geography. This 128-page book helps students use geographical knowledge and skills to interpret and analyze data. This text covers topics including population, political landscapes, climate, understanding developed and underdeveloped countries, and regions of conflict. The book presents information through activities such as maps, charts, diagrams, and graphs that support National Geography Standards. It also includes assessments and answer keys.




The Framework for Teaching Evaluation Instrument, 2013 Edition


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The framework for teaching document is an evolving instrument, but the core concepts and architecture (domains, components, and elements) have remained the same.Major concepts of the Common Core State Standards are included. For example, deep conceptual understanding, the importance of student intellectual engagement, and the precise use of language have always been at the foundation of the Framework for Teaching, but are more clearly articulated in this edition.The language has been tightened to increase ease of use and accuracy in assessment.Many of the enhancements to the Framework are located in the possible examples, rather than in the rubric language or critical attributes for each level of performance.




Spectrum Science, Grade 7


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Cultivate a love for science by providing standards-based practice that captures childrenÕs attention. Spectrum Science for grade 7 provides interesting informational text and fascinating facts about homeostasis, migration, cloning, and acid rain. --When children develop a solid understanding of science, theyÕre preparing for success. Spectrum Science for grades 3-8 improves scientific literacy and inquiry skills through an exciting exploration of natural, earth, life, and applied sciences. With the help of this best-selling series, your young scientist can discover and appreciate the extraordinary world that surrounds them!







National Standards for History


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This sourcebook contains more than twelve hundred easy-to-follow and implement classroom activities created and tested by veteran teachers from all over the country. The activities are arranged by grade level and are keyed to the revised National History Standards, so they can easily be matched to comparable state history standards. This volume offers teachers a treasury of ideas for bringing history alive in grades 5?12, carrying students far beyond their textbooks on active-learning voyages into the past while still meeting required learning content. It also incorporates the History Thinking Skills from the revised National History Standards as well as annotated lists of general and era-specific resources that will help teachers enrich their classes with CD-ROMs, audio-visual material, primary sources, art and music, and various print materials. Grades 5?12




The Heart of Learning


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The Heart of Learning provides heart-centered guidance and essential information for teaching young children and for creating a nurturing and effective learning environment.Written by Lawrence Williams, Oak Meadow's co-founder and a pioneer in homeschooling and distance learning.




The One Big Book - Grade 7


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School bulk orders can get up to 50% discount along with access to the industry's leading UNIK LMS system, absolutely FREE! Contact us at 925-361-0573 or https: //unik.prepaze.com/request-demo - Practice online for free at https: //prepaze.com The One Big Book - Grade 7 For English, Math, and Science Practice Questions, Answers & Explanations Ace Academic Publishing - Based on Common Core State Standards: Similar to a standardized exam, you can find questions of all types, including multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, true or false, match the correct answer and free-response questions. - High Standards of Questions: Each of these questions are divided into Chapters and Sub-Topics. The contents of this workbook include multiple chapters and units covering all the required Common Core Standards for this grade level. - Practice all types of questions including free response: The book is comprised of multiple tests for each topic so that your child can have an abundant amount of test on the same topic. - Includes detailed step-by-step answers: The detailed answer explanations in the back of the book help the students understand the topics and gain confidence in solving similar problems and take the Common Core Standardized Exam with Confidence. - Prepaze Educational Workbooks: Partnering with Prepaze, Ace Academic Publishing brings exclusive educational content to the workbooks. English: This book enables your children to explore the English language and develop the necessary expertise. A series of thought-provoking exercises, engaging activities, and engrossing puzzles facilitate your children with understanding the intricacies of the English language. Math: Use this book to enable your children to explore numbers by solving interesting puzzles and real-life problems. Engage your children with fun, colorful activities and let them fall in love with Math. Science: Help your children learn and enjoy a wide range of information and fun facts that will surprise and amaze them. Find numerous Science experiments, cool facts, activities, and quizzes for the children to enjoy learning.




Social Studies Activities A to Z


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Social Studies Activities A to Z presents a detailed lesson plan format of open-ended social studies activities. The activities are easy-to-understand and follow. Each section will assist users in finding activities for a theme based curriculum, to incorporate a letter of the week, or provide a spur of the moment filler activity.