Seventh Grade - Manistee Area Public Schools

SEVENTH GRADE CURRICULUM

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ESSENTIAL STANDARDS

ELA

I CAN…

I can present claims and findings, emphasizing salient points in a focused, coherent manner with pertinent descriptions, facts, details, and examples; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.
I can introduce claim(s), acknowledge alternate or opposing claims, and organize the reasons and evidence logically.
I can support claim(s) with logical reasoning and relevant evidence, using accurate, credible sources and demonstrating an understanding of the topic or text.
I can use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, and description [eg. precise words and phrases, descriptive details, sensory language], to develop experiences, events, and/or characters.
I can cite several pieces of textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
I can determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text; provide an objective summary of the text.
I can analyze how particular elements of a story or drama interact (e.g., how setting shapes the characters or plot).
I can determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of rhymes and other repetitions of sounds (e.g., alliteration) on a specific verse or stanza of a poem or section of a story or drama.
I can choose among simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex sentences to signal differing relationships among ideas.

SCIENCE

I CAN…

identify and apply the steps of the scientific method and use evidence to construct explanations
draw a model of the carbon cycle and label the processes that transform carbon and energy from being in one form to another
predict the abundance of plants and animals in an ecosystem and explain why this must be the case
make and draw a model of molecules showing the composition before and after a chemical change as well as what happens when temperature changes
draw models of substances at different temperatures
draw models of air masses at different temperatures and humidities
identify how Lake Michigan impacts weather and climate in Manistee
identify key factors that determine what the climate of an area is
Give evidence of climate change and of the impact humans, explain how we can minimize further impacts

MATH & Advanced Math

I CAN…

determine whether two quantities are in a proportional relationship by testing for equivalent ratios in a table
determine whether two quantities are in a proportional relationship by graphing/ examining a graph on a coordinate plane
identify a constant relationship of unit rates in tables
identify a constant relationship of unit rates in graphs
identify a constant relationship of unit rates in equations
calculate sale prices, tax, commission, simple interest, percentage of increase and percentage of decrease
add and subtract rational numbers
multiply or divide rational numbers
solves mathematical problems with positive and negative rational numbers in any form
solve simple equations
solve two step linear equations of the form px+ q = r and p(x+q)=r, where p, q, and r are specific rational numbers
solve word problems (two-step linear equation problems) with rational coefficients (ex, px +q = r)
state the formula for area and circumference of a circle
use the formula for the area of a circle to solve problems
use the formula for the circumference of a circle to solve problems
solve mathematical and real-world problems involving the area, circumference, surface area, and volume of composite objects (2D & 3D)

SEL

I CAN...

identify and manage their emotions and behavior constructively
demonstrate consideration for others and a desire to contribute positively
develop and maintain positive relationships

BAND

I CAN...

play several songs by myself
several songs with the band
learn to play a song by myself

ART

I CAN...

understand the varying qualities of materials, techniques, media technology, and processes at a developing level
develop the concept of proper use of materials and using tools safely and responsibly
develop a successful visual vocabulary
develop reflective thinking skills by observing, analyzing, and critically evaluating works of art for the purpose of improving technical quality
identify, design, and solve creative problems at a developing level
collaborate, communicate, and work with others to create new ideas at a developing level
demonstrate reflective thinking practices at a developing level
make knowledgeable choices about materials, techniques, media technology, organizational principles, and processes to articulate ideas and communicate intended meaning at a developing level
observe, describe, and analyze visual characteristics at a developing level
develop the ability to describe how the artist’s choice of materials, techniques, media technology, and processes influence the viewer
develop and defend informed aesthetic opinions about works of art using artistic vocabulary at a developing level
explore social and global issues through the application of the creative process

Physical Education

I CAN....

catch a ball in a small sided game
throw a ball during a small sided game
dribble a soccer ball
strike a volleyball
perform multiple swim strokes for short distances

SOCIAL STUDIES

I CAN…

describe the natural environment (physical geography) of a region and how it impacted how and where people lived
identify and explain the common characteristics of a city-state, civilization and empire. (Laws, religion, language, etc)
describe key concepts of each religion. They should also be able to compare and contrast religions as well
think like a historian by analyzing a variety of sources. (Focus on Primary and secondary sources, Artifacts)

HEALTH

I CAN…

understand what adequate physical activity consists of
note the differences between activity type and intensity -Example: Personal Fitness Plan w/SMART Goals
identify short/long term effects of tobacco use
identify short/long term effects of vaping
identify strategies to remove myself from high risk situations
identify alternative activities to substance use/abuse
identify healthy traits/characteristics
identify unhealthy characteristics
demonstrate next steps when unhealthy traits are identified
identify a bullying or harassment type of situation (negative, repeated, unwelcomed)
explain strategies to remove myself from risky situations
report things that I’m not comfortable with to a trusted adult or OK2SAY
identify risk factors for anxiety, depression and suicide
identify warning signs for anxiety, depression and suicide
identify protective factors for anxiety, depression and suicide
identify the different forms of communication
apply I-statements to real life situations correctly

CODING EXPLORATION

I CAN…

compare and refine multiple algorithms for the same task and determine which is the most appropriate
create programs that use variables to store and modify data
create programs that include sequences, events, loops, and conditionals
modify, remix, or incorporate portions of an existing program into one’s own work to develop something new or add more advanced features
test and debug (identify and fix errors) a program of algorithm to ensure it runs as intended
create clearly named variables that represent different data types and perform operations on their values
design and iteratively develop programs that combine control structures, including nested loops and compound conditionals
decompose problems and subproblems into parts to facilitate the design, implementation, and review of programs
document programs in order to make them easier to follow, test, and debug

ACADEMIC RESOURCES & STANDARDS

Curriculum Resources

Content Area	Grade(s)	Resource	Used Since…
Math	6-12	CPM	2019-2020
Science	6-8	Cereal City	2019-2020 (rolling out 1 kit/year)
ALL (Embedded conversation and SEL)	6-12	Reading Apprenticeship Caring School Community	2016-2017 2022-2023