Ministry of Education
Social Studies for Gr. 7 is a mix of four broad themes. Activities are varied and include individual, pair and group arrangements. Assessments include a collection of research projects, formal writing assignments, presentations and tests. Gr. 7 SS has a particular focus on Pacific rim and northern rim countries. Throughout the material, First Nations content is integrated.
  • Interactions and Interdependence of Nations
  • Dynamic Relationships
  • Power and Authority
  • Resources and Wealth
Current Theme - Dynamic Relationships
This unit will blend grades 7 and 8 topics. The topics flow together quite well and tend to overlap. In a sentence, the theme Dynamic Relationship describes how one thing affects another. For example, Canadian culture is impacted by the climate and geography of our environment. In class, we talk about how the prairies are "big closet" regions. With our climate, cold continental, we need both warm winter and cool summer clothes. Thus, we have big closets. Agriculture, in a region of long winters and lower precipitation, is impacted. We grow wheat and pulse crops, some berries but fewer fruits and vegetables due to the shorter growing season. A relationship or connection exists. We play hockey and snowmobile. Our history, indigenous and post immigration is full of stories of struggle and survival.

​Topics for discussion/investigation include:
  • Analyze and use various types of maps that provide differing perspectives and information for differing purposes
  • Appraise the impact of human habitation on the natural environment in Canada, Pacific Rim and northern circumpolar countries
  • Analyze the relationship between current and historical events including the impact of treaties on our current social environment
  • Investigate the meaning of culture and how it is reflected in society
  • Discuss the idea of citizenship. What is expected of a Canadian citizen? How does someone become a citizen of Canada?

Group Research and Presentation Project - Impact of Human/Environmental Interaction