The mission of the EHMIS Social Studies Department is to cultivate the abilities of young people to make informed and reasoned decisions for the public good as citizens of a culturally diverse and democratic society in an interdependent world. In our 7th grade World Geography class, we will complete a variety of activities site as well as just learn a few things about other countries and cultures. Post a comment and I will answer you ASAP.
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Monday, November 21, 2011
CHANGE OF PLANS
Hey gang. Instead of starting South America next, we will be venturing on to Western Europe. Sorry for the quick change of plans, but our schedule prevented us from having enough time to thoroughly covering the unit.
Any questions, let me know.
Any questions, let me know.
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Class News for Week of November 21
Hey gang. Good start to this month and I am confident that you did fairly well on your Africa Examination. This week will be a short introduction to our next unit - South America. Since we only have two days this week to work, we won't be getting too in-depth with this unit. Be sure to be ready for a 50 States Test too!!
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50 States,
class news,
November,
South America
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Africa Jeopardy Review
Hey gang. For those of you who would like to use the Jeopardy style game to review for tomorrow's examination, click on the link below and have a good time.
jeopardylabs.com/play/africa465
Please don't forget to use your study guide and to review your LEQ questions as well. Good luck!
Mr. Lawhead
jeopardylabs.com/play/africa465
Please don't forget to use your study guide and to review your LEQ questions as well. Good luck!
Mr. Lawhead
Monday, November 14, 2011
Africa Intro PPT
Because some of us did not do a good job of taking notes earlier in the unit......here ya go!
Africa Intro Info
Africa Intro Info
Friday, November 11, 2011
Africa - Rough Study Guide
Here is a study guide for Africa. This is a rough draft....we will have the final draft early next week. Begin studying for your test NOW!!!
AFRICA - Rough Study Guide
AFRICA - Rough Study Guide
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Genocide PPT
Here is the PPT on genocide that we haven't gotten time to view in class. Review this as we work through our movie, Hotel Rwanda. Warning: Some images are graphic in nature.
Genocide
Genocide
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Desertifcation Webquest
Here is a copy of the desertification webquest. You can view the page in "full screen" mode or you can also download a copy. Use the buttons at the bottom of the post.
Desertification WebQuest
Desertification WebQuest
Monday, November 7, 2011
TESTING CENTER REMINDER
Students signed up to retake the Canada test on Wednesday should report to my room (ROOM 215) after school and be prepared to be picked up promptly at 4:20.
You must have a completed study guide in order to retake the exam.
You must have a completed study guide in order to retake the exam.
Friday, November 4, 2011
Shake It Off!!!
By popular demand....our runaway winner of the Free Market Economy Project. Great job ladies!
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Canada,
Free Market Economy Project,
November
Thursday, November 3, 2011
TEAM 4 and Period 4 Winners
Here are our Free Market Economy Project CHAMPIONS in 4th Period AND for the Team!!! Outstanding work and a blowout victory.
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Canada,
Free Market Economy Project,
November
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Canada Retests
This post is for anyone who is taking a retest for Canada.
You MUST have a signed permission slip to retake the test at the Testing Center. Retest dates are:
Wednesday, November 9
Wedensday, November 16
Thursday, November 17
Here is an online Jeopardy Review Game if you need some extra preparation!
http://jeopardylabs.com/play/canada180
You MUST have a signed permission slip to retake the test at the Testing Center. Retest dates are:
Wednesday, November 9
Wedensday, November 16
Thursday, November 17
Here is an online Jeopardy Review Game if you need some extra preparation!
http://jeopardylabs.com/play/canada180
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Class News for Week of October 31st
Hey gang. Hope that Halloween was great and that you rocked your costume. This week we will taping and voting on our Free Market Projects. Which companies will make it and which companies will fail!
Following our voting, we will begin work on our next unit - AFRICA!
Thanks for all the hard work you did on your Free Market projects.
Mr. Lawhead
Following our voting, we will begin work on our next unit - AFRICA!
Thanks for all the hard work you did on your Free Market projects.
Mr. Lawhead
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Africa,
Canada,
Free Market Economy Project,
November
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