Middle School Social Studies
The exploration of history and how societies have shaped the present-day fosters a rich and rigorous curriculum in the social studies department. The goal in each grade is to teach students how to regard history thoughtfully and reflectively by interacting with a variety of perspectives within each class. They are asked to contemplate how history has changed over time and reflect on the relationship between past and present events through the lens of ancient societies, modern world culture, United States history, social and cultural systems in geography, philosophy and the arts. Our historians learn how to read, write, analyze and formulate a basis of opinion in both written and oral mediums.
Discovery Education Social Studies Techbook is a flexible core-curricular resource utilized by Hebrew Day, that uses an inquiry-based approach to enhance history, geography, civics and government courses while improving literacy, critical thinking and citizenship skills. Compelling core content is paired with thought-provoking essential questions, diverse perspectives, primary source analysis and project-based tasks to reach all learners and encourage appreciation and empathy for others, both past and present.
6th Grade: Ancient World History
Welcome to ancient World History! You’re about to begin an exciting journey into the world of Social Studies. There’s more to world history than you might think. You will learn about the rise of civilizations, ancient civilizations, the growth of empires, and changes in Europe. Then, you will use what you have learned to analyze and understand present-day issues and propose solutions. Each lesson in this course will engage, explore, explain, elaborate and evaluate main topics in AncientWorld History.Get ready to learn about the people, places, and ideas that have shaped Ancient World History
7th Grade: Medieval and Modern World History
Welcome to Medieval and Modern World History! You’re about to begin an exciting journey into the world of Social Studies. There’s more to world history than you might think. In this course, you will examine the ways cultures grew, changed, and interacted with one another in the Medieval and Early Modern Eras. As the regions of the world grew more interconnected, people from around the world began to share ideas and struggle for power with each other. Each lesson in this course will engage, explore, explain, elaborate and evaluate main topics in Medieval and Modern World History. Get ready to learn about the people, places, and ideas that have shaped Medieval and Modern World History.
8th Grade: Modern United States History and Civics
Welcome to United States History! You’re about to begin an exciting journey into the world of Social Studies. There’s more to U.S. history than you might think. You will learn about colonial America, the American Revolution, the government of the early United States, the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the Progressive Era from many perspectives. Then, you will use what you have learned to analyze and understand historical issues and propose solutions. This class is designed to draw on your reading and writing skills and to prepare you for college, a career, and civic life. Each lesson in this course will engage, explore, explain, elaborate and evaluate main topics in US History. Get ready to learn about the people, places, and ideas that have built and shaped the United States!