GRADE 7 CURRICULUM PLANS – LAMBTON-KINGSWAY (204-2015)
Dilhan Kuru, Matt Ross, Sonya Chandra, Suzanne Taylor & Christina Grant
(NB: This is a working document; specific topics/areas of study are subject to change)
Language
Arts
September
October
November
December
January
Ongoing: CASI, Reading
Responses/Novel Study, Traits of
Writing, Journal Writing, Forms of
Writing, Spelling/Grammar, Media
Studies, Oral Reports (Current
Events)
Ongoing: CASI, Reading
Responses/Novel Study , Traits of
Writing, Journal Writing, Forms of
Writing, Spelling/Grammar, Media
Studies, Oral Reports (Current Events)
Ongoing: CASI, Reading
Responses/Novel Study , Traits of
Writing, Journal Writing, Forms of
Writing, Spelling/Grammar, Media
Studies, Oral Reports (Current Events)
Ongoing: CASI, Reading Responses,
Traits of Writing, Journal Writing,
Forms of Writing, Spelling/Grammar,
Media Studies, Oral Reports (Current
Events)
Ongoing: CASI, Reading
Responses/Novel Study (Independent),
Traits of Writing, Journal Writing,
Forms of Writing, Spelling/Grammar,
Media Studies, Oral Reports (Current
Events)
Narrative Writing
Narrative Writing
Research- how to, citing,
references
Research & Report Writing—
Student Inquiry linked with
History
(Expository Writing)
Research & Report Writing..ctd
(Expository Writing)
Recount (Retell)
Measurement
Geometry and Spatial Sense
(Finding unknown angle/side
measures, geometrical rules)
Data Management and
Probability
Patterning & Algebra
(Formulas for solving 2-D shapes,
application of formulas)
Geometry and Spatial Sense
(Finding unknown angle/side
measures, geometrical rules)
Data Management and
Probability
(Understanding probability of
independent events, conversion
of data into percentage)
(Heat in the environment) &
Energy transfer, movement of
particles and material
worthiness. Major term
activities will include designing
and conducting experiments
related to heat. Students will
investigate heat loss or heat gain
and the ways in which heat is
transferred. Investigative skills
including hypothesis design will
be the primary focus of this
terms’ work.
The Giver Novel Study
Autobiography
Paragraph Writing
Writing Process
Proofreading/Editing
Math
Number Sense &
Numeration
(Operations with fractions,
rounding, factors/multiples, order of
operations)
Science
(Heat in the environment)
Energy transfer, movement of
particles and material
worthiness. Major term
activities will include
designing and conducting
experiments related to heat.
Students will investigate heat
loss or heat gain and the ways
in which heat is transferred.
Investigative skills including
hypothesis design will be the
primary focus of this terms’
work.
(Heat in the environment)
Energy transfer, movement of
particles and material
worthiness. Major term
activities will include designing
and conducting experiments
related to heat. Students will
investigate heat loss or heat gain
and the ways in which heat is
transferred. Investigative skills
including hypothesis design will
be the primary focus of this
terms’ work.
(Understanding probability of
independent events, conversion of
data into percentage)
(inserting data into equations with 2
unknown variable, using algebra to
understand/solve patterns)
Number Sense & Numeration
(Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication
and Division of Integers)
(Pure substances & mixtures)
Basic introduction to principles
of chemistry. Students will be
introduced to the common tools
of chemistry and will focus on
experimental design. They will
look at the composition and
classification of matter. The
differences between pure
substances, mechanical
mixtures, and solutions.
Hypothesis testing will also
form a major focus of this
strand.
(Pure substances & mixtures)
Basic introduction to principles
of chemistry. Students will be
introduced to the common tools
of chemistry and will focus on
experimental design. They will
look at the composition and
classification of matter. The
differences between pure
substances, mechanical
mixtures, and solutions.
Hypothesis testing will also
form a major focus of this
strand.
GRADE 7 CURRICULUM PLANS – LAMBTON-KINGSWAY (204-2015)
Dilhan Kuru, Matt Ross, Sonya Chandra, Suzanne Taylor & Christina Grant
(NB: This is a working document; specific topics/areas of study are subject to change)
European Colonization
European Colonization
Colonial Government
Colonial Government
British North America
British North America
Conflict and Change
Conflict and Change
Art
Positive/Negative space
Watercolour techniques
Colour Theory:
primary/secondary/tertiary
colours, analogous colours,
value
Mixed media incorporating colour
theory
Drawing action figures proportion
Drama
Improvisation Unit:
Volleyball
Basketball
Fitness
Basketball
Fitness
History
Geography
• Experiementing with a variety of drama strategies in role.
• Developing their ability to use the power of improvisation to enhance their role-playing ability.
• Make connections between decisions that are made in a drama and those that we make in our own lives.
• Reflect on and evaluate their own and others’ work in discussion or through thoughtful journal entries
• Identify and follow safe practices such as collaboration, respect for space and personal safety in the classroom
Physical
Education/
Health
Computers
Football
Fitness
Internet Safety
Powerpoint Presentations
Football/Volleyball
Cooperative Games
Fitness
Cooperative Games
Volleyball
Fitness
Healthy Eating
Research Skills & Internet
Searching
Powerpoint Presentations
Healthy Eating
Powerpoint Presentations
Excel Spreadsheets & Data
Analysis
Personal Safety and Injury
Prevention
Podcasts
GRADE 7 CURRICULUM PLANS – LAMBTON-KINGSWAY (204-2015)
Dilhan Kuru, Matt Ross, Sonya Chandra, Suzanne Taylor & Christina Grant
(NB: This is a working document; specific topics/areas of study are subject to change)
Language
Arts
Math
February
March
April
May
June
Ongoing: Reading Responses/Novel
Study, Traits of Writing, Journal
Writing, Forms of Writing, CASI,
Spelling/Grammar, Media Studies,
Oral Reports
Ongoing: Reading Responses/Novel
Study, Traits of Writing, Journal
Writing, Forms of Writing, CASI,
Spelling/Grammar, Media Studies,
Oral Reports
Ongoing: Reading Responses/Novel
Study, Traits of Writing, Journal
Writing, Forms of Writing, CASI,
Spelling/Grammar, Media Studies,
Oral Reports
Ongoing: Reading Responses/Novel
Study, Traits of Writing, Journal
Writing, Forms of Writing, CASI,
Spelling/Grammar, Media Studies,
Oral Reports
Ongoing: Reading Responses/Novel
Study, Traits of Writing, Journal
Writing, Forms of Writing, CASI,
Spelling/Grammar, Media Studies,
Oral Reports
Debates
Persuasive Writing
Debates
Persuasive Writing
Poetry/Speech Writing
Research Writing – Geography
Speech Writing
Research Writing- Geography
Review Month
Data Management &
Probability
Geometry & Spatial Sense
Patterning & Algebra
(Transformational Geometry –
Reflections, Translations, Rotations in
over a Cartesian Plane)
(Solving equations with an unknown
variable)
Number Sense & Numeration Measurement
(Addition, Subtraction,
Multiplication and Division of
Integers)
Measurement
(Formulas and application of
formulas to 3-D shapes)
Science
(Form & Function strand)
Mechanical efficiency of
Machines: understanding a
variety of structures and the
forces that act on them.
Investigating the centre of
gravity and factors that affect
the stability of structures are
major concepts covered.
Major term activity may
involve the construction of a
structure. Focus will be on
problem solving and cooperative group work.
(Formulas and application of formulas
to 3-D shapes)
Data Management &
Probability
(Understanding trends and patterns
through various graphs and numerical
patterns ex: measures of central
tendancy)
(Form & Function strand)
Mechanical efficiency of
Machines: understanding a
variety of structures and the
forces that act on them.
Investigating the centre of
gravity and factors that affect
the stability of structures are
major concepts covered.
Major term activity may involve
the construction of a structure.
Focus will be on problem
solving and co-operative group
work.
(Understanding trends and patterns
through various graphs and numerical
patterns ex: measures of central
tendancy)
Geometry & Spatial Sense
(Transformational Geometry –
Reflections, Translations, Rotations in
over a Cartesian Plane)
(Form & Function strand)
Mechanical efficiency of
Machines: understanding a
variety of structures and the
forces that act on them.
Investigating the centre of
gravity and factors that affect
the stability of structures are
major concepts covered.
Major term activity may
involve the construction of a
structure. Focus will be on
problem solving and cooperative group work.
Patterning & Algebra
(Solving equations with an
unknown variable)
(Interactions in Ecosystems)
General overview of
environmental issues will be the
main focus of this unit.
Recognition of the important
role played by all contributors
to an ecosystem, including both
biotic and abiotic forms.
Review and preparation for
Grade 8.
(Review through text, Math Exam)
(Interactions in Ecosystems)
General overview of
environmental issues will be the
main focus of this unit.
Recognition of the important
role played by all contributors
to an ecosystem, including both
biotic and abiotic forms.
GRADE 7 CURRICULUM PLANS – LAMBTON-KINGSWAY (204-2015)
Dilhan Kuru, Matt Ross, Sonya Chandra, Suzanne Taylor & Christina Grant
(NB: This is a working document; specific topics/areas of study are subject to change)
History
Geography
Themes of Geographic Inquiry Patterns in Physical Geography
Art
3D sculpture – tinfoil figures
3D drawing using perspective
Drama
Elements, Principles,
Techniques of Drama
Physical
Education
Computers
Patterns in Physical Geography
Natural Resources
3D drawing using perspective
Natural Resources
Review
Still Life using mixed media
Still Life using mixed media
Elements, Principles,
Techniques of Drama
Mini-Skits
Mini-Skits
Mini-Skits
-Related to Music Curriculum
-Related to Music Curriculum
-Related to Music Curriculum
Basketball
Dance
Dance
Badminton
Soccer
Fitness
Ultimate Frisbee
Track and Field
Fitness
Ultimate Frisbee
Track and Field
Personal Safety and Injury
Prevention
Substance Use and Abuse
Podcasts
Podcasts
Growth and Development
Substance Use and Abuse
iMovie- Making a Music Video
Growth and Development
iMovie – Making a Music
Video
iMovie Making a Music Video