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, March 2, 2011
Video - Inside North Korea
In case you didn't see the video or want to watch certain parts again. Here is it!
Friday, February 25, 2011
Paper Cranes Video
Sorry that I forgot to put it on Thursday night. Hopefully this helps any of your future origami masters! Let me know if the video isn't working right.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
February Extra Credit
It is time for our February extra credit. It is pretty easy way to get a few extra credit points. Here is what you have to do. Get a 3x5 notecard, put your name on it, research the questions below, and write the correct answers on the notecard. Each correct answer is worth two extra credit points for a possible grand total of ten extra credit points. Here are the questions:
1. The Spanish-built fortified city of Intramuros lies within the metropolitan area of what present-day Asian capital city?
2. CARICOM is a regional trade organization associated with what part of the world?
3. In the 14th century, the present-day country of Gambia was part of which large African empire?
4. The Austral Islands are the southernmost group of islands in what Pacific Island dependency?
5. The Pahlavi Dynasty ruled from 1925-1979 in what country that borders both the Gulf of Oman and the Caspian Sea?
Any questions....let me know.
1. The Spanish-built fortified city of Intramuros lies within the metropolitan area of what present-day Asian capital city?
2. CARICOM is a regional trade organization associated with what part of the world?
3. In the 14th century, the present-day country of Gambia was part of which large African empire?
4. The Austral Islands are the southernmost group of islands in what Pacific Island dependency?
5. The Pahlavi Dynasty ruled from 1925-1979 in what country that borders both the Gulf of Oman and the Caspian Sea?
Any questions....let me know.
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Mrs. Whelan

Hi, I am Mr Lawhead's student teacher. I have been with Mr. Lawhead's World Geography Classes since February. If you need to converse with me about any of your children please contact me at 717-633-4840 and leave a message. Or click here to link to my e-mail.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Next Week Reminder
Your first region map quiz will be next WEDNESDAY!!!!!!!!!!!! Please study your Japan and Korea's Map over the weekend and on Tuesday evening. Everything on the map will be a test-worthy question.
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