Seventh Grade History

World Geography (a required one-year course)

The goal of the World Geography course is the comprehension of the physical and cultural features of our planet. Students learn to appreciate the earth, to understand climate and resources, and to understand and to grasp the concept of demography. By studying the earth’s continents and countries, students develop an understanding of cultural heritage, urbanization, and political systems, and the relationship between these concepts. Students become proficient at drawing a detailed, freehand map of the world including 100 countries and 100 physical features.