Weekly Social Studies: 6Th, 7th , 8th Grade Middle School - World History

Join Us for a Year-Long World History trip through time!

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This class runs one day a week. Students will learn about world history. They will explore geography, world history, social studies, government, and more.

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We will use GimKit and Kahoot in class to check comprehension.

⭐️ Students will have access to weekly printables. They will be posted the day before class, at the latest. Class worksheets are given to learners to complete during class.

⭐️ If a student misses class, parents will have access to the class recording, class work, post-class information, and homework.

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Weekly Schedule:

Join me on an adventure through the greatest civilizations and moments in world history! Each week, our time machine will transport us to a new era, where we’ll uncover the secrets of the past. Pack your curiosity, bring your questions, and buckle up— our journey begins!

🌍⭐ Early Civilizations and Ancient History ⭐🌍

Week of September 1, 2025 – Introduction to World History and Prehistory: Early humans, migration, and the development of societies.

Week of September 8, 2025 – Mesopotamia: The rise of city-states, Hammurabi’s Code, and early writing.

Week of September 15, 2025 – Ancient Egypt: Pharaonic power, religious beliefs, and achievements in architecture.

Week of September 22, 2025 – Ancient India: The Indus Valley Civilization, Aryan migration, Hinduism, and Buddhism.

Week of September 29, 2025 – Ancient China: The Shang and Zhou dynasties, Confucianism, Daoism, and the Mandate of Heaven.

Week of October 6, 2025 – Ancient Persia: The rise of the Achaemenid Empire, Cyrus the Great, and Zoroastrianism.

Week of October 13, 2025 – Ancient Greece: City-states (Athens vs. Sparta), democracy, and contributions to art, philosophy, and science.

Week of October 20, 2025 – Ancient Rome: The Roman Republic, Empire, law, and society.

🌍⭐ The Classical World and Early Middle Ages ⭐🌍

Week of October 27, 2025 – The Fall of the Roman Empire: Internal issues, invasions, and the beginning of the Middle Ages.

Week of November 3, 2025 – The Americas Before Columbus: The Maya, Aztec, and Inca civilizations.

Week of November 10, 2025 – The Rise of Islam: Muhammad, the Quran, the spread of Islam, and cultural achievements.

Week of November 17, 2025 – Medieval Europe: Feudalism, the role of the Church, and daily life in the Middle Ages.

Week of November 24 - No Class - Thanksgiving Break!

Week of December 1, 2025 – The Vikings: Scandinavian exploration, raids, and the Norse culture across Europe.

Week of December 8, 2025 – Medieval Scotland and Ireland: Celtic culture, early kingdoms, and the spread of Christianity.

Week of December 15 - No Class - Winter Break!

Week of December 22 - No Class - Winter Break!

Week of January 5, 2026 – Medieval Africa: Kingdoms of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai; Mansa Musa and trade routes.

Week of January 12, 2026 – Medieval Asia: Tang and Song dynasties, Mongol Empire, and Silk Road trade.

Week of January 19, 2026 – The Black Death and Late Medieval Crisis: Causes, effects, and social change in Europe.

🌍⭐ The Renaissance and Early Modern Period ⭐🌍

Week of January 26, 2026 – The Renaissance: Humanism, art, and scientific advances in Italy and Northern Europe.

Week of February 2, 2026 – Scotland, Ireland, and Northern Europe during the Renaissance: The spread of new ideas, cultural achievements, and key historical events.

Week of February 9, 2026 – The Protestant Reformation: Martin Luther, the printing press, and religious wars.

Week of February 16, 2026 – Exploration and Expansion: European exploration, the Columbian Exchange, and early colonization.

Week of February 23, 2026 – The Age of Absolutism: Monarchies in Europe (Louis XIV, Peter the Great, etc.).

Week of March 2, 2026 – The Scientific Revolution: Key discoveries and their impact on worldview.

Week of March 9, 2026 – The Enlightenment: Philosophers and ideas about government, rights, and society.

Week of March 16, 2026 – Revolutions in America and France: Causes, key events, and outcomes.

Week of March 23, 2026 – The Industrial Revolution: Technological advancements, urbanization, and social changes.

🌍⭐ 19th Century & Imperialism ⭐🌍

Week of March 30, 2026 – The Napoleonic Wars: Napoleon’s rise, conquests, and the reshaping of Europe.

Week of April 6, 2026 – Nationalism and Unification: The unification of Germany and Italy; nationalism in Europe.

Week of April 13, 2026 – The Age of Empire: Imperialism in Africa, Asia, and the Pacific.

Week of April 20, 2026 – The Scottish Enlightenment: Contributions of thinkers like David Hume, Adam Smith, and their impact.

Week of April 27, 2026 – Persia under the Qajar Dynasty: Shifts in power, interaction with Europe, and modernization efforts.

Week of May 4, 2026 – The Victorian Era: British Empire expansion, social reform, and technological advances.

Week of May 11, 2026 – The Meiji Restoration: Japan’s rapid modernization and emergence as a world power.

Week of May 18, 2026 – Indigenous Resistance and Colonization: Responses to imperialism in Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

🌍⭐ Modern History ⭐🌍

Week of May 25, 2026 – World War I: Causes, trench warfare, and the Treaty of Versailles.

Week of June 1, 2026 – The Russian Revolution: The fall of the Tsar, Lenin, and the rise of the Soviet Union.

Week of June 8, 2026 – The Interwar Period: Economic depression, rise of totalitarian regimes, and global instability.

Week of June 15, 2026 – World War II: Causes, major events, and the Holocaust.

Week of June 22, 2026 – The Holocaust: In-depth study of causes, events, and the human stories.

Week of June 29, 2026 – The Cold War: US-Soviet rivalry, proxy wars, and nuclear threats.

Week of July 6, 2026 – The Collapse of the Soviet Union: The end of the Cold War, fall of communism, and global shifts.

See you soon! 👋