World History & career planning
Week 10 Quarter 1
For substitute teacher-
Students are to read textbook pgs. 94-109 then answer the provided questions (Note: students may use computers when finished with required reading.)
Students are to make sure they have completed Notes CH 4- Ancient Egypt and Kush lessons 1 and 2
When finished students may go on Minecraft Education:
Minecraft Education-->Social Studies--> History--> Ancient Egypt
to explore Minecraft Education Ancient Egypt
Chapter 4: Ancient Egypt and Kush
Video History 101 Ancient Egypt
PowerPoint Ancient Egypt and Kush
Notes Notes CH 4- Ancient Egypt and Kush
For Fun:
-Harvard- Pyramids of Giza
(Check out "Explore" and "Giza 3D")
-Google Fabricius- Learn about Hieroglyphics with Google
-Ancient Egypt Life After Death- https://www.nationalgeographic.org/video/life-after-death-in-ancient-egypt/
SS.8.W.2.2 Describe how the developments of agriculture and metallurgy related to settlement, population growth, and the emergence of civilization.
SS.8.E.1.2 Describe and identify traditional and command economies as they appear in different civilizations.
Week 9 Quarter 1-
Day 2-
-Finish Notes Chapter 3: Mesopotamia
-Review PPT Ancient Mesopotamia
-Group Poster Project- Ancient Mesopotamia
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Day 4-
Introduce Chapter 4: Ancient Egypt and Kush
Video History 101 Ancient Egypt
PowerPoint Ancient Egypt and Kush
Notes Notes CH 4- Ancient Egypt and Kush
For Fun:
-Harvard- Pyramids of Giza
(Check out "Explore" and "Giza 3D")
-Google Fabricius- Learn about Hieroglyphics with Google
-Ancient Egypt Life After Death- https://www.nationalgeographic.org/video/life-after-death-in-ancient-egypt/
SS.8.W.2.2 Describe how the developments of agriculture and metallurgy related to settlement, population growth, and the emergence of civilization.
SS.8.E.1.2 Describe and identify traditional and command economies as they appear in different civilizations.
Week 8 Quarter 1-
Note: All students should have finished Hispanic Heritage Projects
-Poster Project Instructions (Note: Final Project will be on Poster Board)
-Poster Project Examples
Day 1-
Introduce Topic 3: Ancient Mesopotamia
EQ:Why was civilization able to develop in ancient Mesopotamia?
PPT: Mesopotamia
Introduce pgs. 62-69
Begin Textbook Chapter 3 (pages 70-93)
Answer Historical Thinking Questions pg. 75 #1-3
Answer Synthesize and Write pg. 77 #-1-2 only
Answer Historical Thinking Questions pg. 79 #1-3
Begin Notes Chapter 4: Mesopotamia
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Day 3-
Continue Topic 3: Ancient Mesopotamia
Read pgs. 80-91
Answer Historical Thinking pg. 81 #1-3
Answer Historical Thinking pg. 83 #1-3
Answer Historical Thinking pg. 87 #1-3
Answer Historical Thinking pg. 91 #1-3
Finish Notes Chapter 4: Mesopotamia
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Day 5-
First 20 minutes-
Note: All students should have finished Hispanic Heritage Projects
-Poster Project Instructions (Note: Final Project will be on Poster Board)
-Poster Project Examples
-Finish Notes Chapter 4: Mesopotamia
-Review PPT Ancient Mesopotamia
-Group Poster Project- Ancient Mesopotamia
SS.8.W.2.2 Describe how the developments of agriculture and metallurgy related to settlement, population growth, and the emergence of civilization.
SS.8.E.1.2 Describe and identify traditional and command economies as they appear in different civilizations.
(UPCOMING)
For Fun:
-Harvard- Pyramids of Giza
(Check out "Explore" and "Giza 3D")
-Google Fabricius- Learn about Hieroglyphics with Google
-Ancient Egypt Life After Death- https://www.nationalgeographic.org/video/life-after-death-in-ancient-egypt/
-Week 7 Quarter 1-
(From Previous Week- Make sure all students have finished Patriot Day/Heroes Day Presentations
Introduce Chapter 2- Origins of Civilization 10,000-3,000 B.C.
Read 2.Lesson 1 (pages 36-47)
-Visit from Counselor Ms. Rodriguez on 9/24/26 (H.S. Magnet Fair-Catalog)
-Hispanic Heritage Poster Project (Draft and collect facts in Canva-
-Poster Project Instructions (Note: Final Project will be on Poster Board)
-Poster Project Examples
Week 6 Quarter 1
Day 2- Make sure all students have finished Patriot Day/Heroes Day Presentations
Introduce Chapter 2- Origins of Civilization 10,000-3,000 B.C.
Read 2.Lesson 1 (pages 36-47)
-Review PowerPoint- The Beginnings of Civilization PT1
-Review PowerPoint- The Beginnings of Civilization PT2-The Agricultural Revolution
Homework:
-Begin in Notebook Notes Paleolithic/Neolithic Era- Early Humans and the Agricultural Revolution
Homework:
On loose leaf paper -Turn in Notes Paleolithic/Neolithic Era- Early Humans and the Agricultural Revolution
Objective:
Students will examine the historical events of September 11, 2001, and explain the significance of Patriot Day as a national observance.
Patriot Day/Heroes Day PowerPoint Project
Slide 1-
Title Page
Essential Question- Why is Patriot Day an important day of remembrance in the United States?
Slide 2-
Global: Why do nations commemorate significant events?
Slide 3-
Why remembrance is important?
Slide 4-
Summarize when/why/by whom Heroes Day was created in Florida.
Slides 5, 6-
Summarize the key events that happened during 9/11/2001
Slide 7-
Timeline of events for 9/11/2001
Slide 8-
Summarize the importance/significance of Patriot Day
Slide 9-
Human Impact and Themes of Courage/Resiliance
Slide 10-
Reflection on 9/11 Patriots day/Heroes Day
Day 4-
Introduce Chapter 2- Origins of Civilization 10,000-3,000 B.C.
Read 2.Lesson 1 (pages 36-47)
Read 2.2- Paths to Civilization (pages 48-55)
Answer Historical Thinking questions for each lesson in a new Canva/PPT Document
Please identify page number and question for each lesson
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If you have not already finished:
Continue/Finish:
Heroes Day Lesson 2026 (See lesson 5- (AI Lesson): Technology, Service, and Civic Engagement pg. 6)
Heroes Day Resources 2026
9/11 Memorial Lesson
Patriot Day/Heroes Day PowerPoint Project
Slide 1-
Title Page
Essential Question- Why is Patriot Day an important day of remembrance in the United States?
Slide 2-
Global: Why do nations commemorate significant events?
Slide 3-
Why remembrance is important?
Slide 4-
Summarize when/why/by whom Heroes Day was created in Florida.
Slides 5, 6-
Summarize the key events that happened during 9/11/2001
Slide 7-
Timeline of events for 9/11/2001
Slide 8-
Summarize the importance/significance of Patriot Day
Slide 9-
Human Impact and Themes of Courage/Resiliance
Slide 10-
Reflection on 9/11 Patriots day/Heroes Day
Sources:
Resources Patriot Day 1-
Resources Heroes Day 1-
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MDCPS- 9/11 PowerPoint
Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
-Quiz Chapter 3- The Beginnings of Civilization
-Turn in Notes Paleolithic/Neolithic Era- Early Humans and the Agricultural Revolution
Homework:
Introduce Hispanic Heritage Project
Finalize selection for Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
Hispanic Heritage List- Hispanic Heritage List
Teacher available to help with Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
Homework:
Hispanic Heritage Biography Project (Due 9/29/26)
Homework:
Hispanic Heritage Biography Project (Due 9/29/26)
-Introduce Notebook notes Chapter 4
-Introduce UPCOMING-Introduce Notebook notes Chapter 4
SS.8.W.1.1 Use timelines to identify chronological order of historical events.
SS.8.W.1.3 Interpret primary and secondary sources.
SS.8.W.2.2 Describe how the development of agriculture and metallurgy related to settlement, population growth, and the emergence of civilization.
SS.8.W.2.3 Identify characteristics of civilization.
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SS.8.W.2.1 Compare the lifestyles of hunter-gatherers with those of settlers of early agricultural communities.
SS.8.G.4.1 Explain how family and ethnic relationships
influenced ancient cultures.
SS.8.G.4.2 Use maps to trace significant migrations and analyze their results.
Resources:
Resources Patriot Day 1-
Lesson Patriot Day 2-
Resources Heroes Day 1-
Lesson Heroes Day 2-
Week 5 Quarter 1
Day 2-
Read 2.2- The Beginnings of domestication pgs. 26-28
Introduce Patriot Day/Heroes Day 2026
Introduce Heroes Day Lesson 2026 lesson 5- (AI Lesson): Technology, Service, and Civic Engagement pg. 6
Begin:
Heroes Day Lesson 2026 (See pg. 2 lesson 1- Understanding Patriot Day and its Historical Significance)
Heroes Day Resources 2026
-Review PowerPoint- The Beginnings of Civilization PT1
-Review PowerPoint- The Beginnings of Civilization PT2-The Agricultural Revolution
Homework:
-Begin in Notebook Notes Paleolithic/Neolithic Era- Early Humans and the Agricultural Revolution
Objective:
Students will examine the historical events of September 11, 2001, and explain the significance of Patriot Day as a national observance.
Patriot Day/Heroes Day PowerPoint Project
Slide 1-
Title Page
Essential Question- Why is Patriot Day an important day of remembrance in the United States?
Slide 2-
Global: Why do nations commemorate significant events?
Slide 3-
Why remembrance is important?
Slide 4-
Summarize when/why/by whom Heroes Day was created in Florida.
Slides 5, 6-
Summarize the key events that happened during 9/11/2001
Slide 7-
Timeline of events for 9/11/2001
Slide 8-
Summarize the importance/significance of Patriot Day
Slide 9-
Human Impact and Themes of Courage/Resiliance
Slide 10-
Reflection on 9/11 Patriots day/Heroes Day
Day 4-
Read 2.4- The Agricultural Revolution, Studying the Past pgs. 30-33
Continue/Finish:
Heroes Day Lesson 2026 (See lesson 5- (AI Lesson): Technology, Service, and Civic Engagement pg. 6)
Heroes Day Resources 2026
9/11 Memorial Lesson
Patriot Day/Heroes Day PowerPoint Project
Slide 1-
Title Page
Essential Question- Why is Patriot Day an important day of remembrance in the United States?
Slide 2-
Global: Why do nations commemorate significant events?
Slide 3-
Why remembrance is important?
Slide 4-
Summarize when/why/by whom Heroes Day was created in Florida.
Slides 5, 6-
Summarize the key events that happened during 9/11/2001
Slide 7-
Timeline of events for 9/11/2001
Slide 8-
Summarize the importance/significance of Patriot Day
Slide 9-
Human Impact and Themes of Courage/Resiliance
Slide 10-
Reflection on 9/11 Patriots day/Heroes Day
Sources:
Resources Patriot Day 1-
Resources Heroes Day 1-
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MDCPS- 9/11 PowerPoint
Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
-Quiz Chapter 3- The Beginnings of Civilization
-Turn in Notes Paleolithic/Neolithic Era- Early Humans and the Agricultural Revolution
Homework:
Introduce Hispanic Heritage Project
Finalize selection for Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
Hispanic Heritage List- Hispanic Heritage List
Teacher available to help with Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
Homework:
Hispanic Heritage Biography Project (Due 9/29/26)
Homework:
Hispanic Heritage Biography Project (Due 9/29/26)
-Introduce Notebook notes Chapter 4
-Introduce UPCOMING-Introduce Notebook notes Chapter 4
SS.8.W.1.1 Use timelines to identify chronological order of historical events.
SS.8.W.1.3 Interpret primary and secondary sources.
SS.8.W.2.3 Identify characteristics of civilization.
SS.8.W.2.7 Summarize the important achievements of Mesopotamian civilization.
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SS.8.W.2.1 Compare the lifestyles of hunter-gatherers with those of settlers of early agricultural communities.
SS.8.G.4.1 Explain how family and ethnic relationships
influenced ancient cultures.
SS.8.G.4.2 Use maps to trace significant migrations and analyze their results.
Resources:
Resources Patriot Day 1-
Lesson Patriot Day 2-
Resources Heroes Day 1-
Lesson Heroes Day 2-
Week 5 Quarter 1-
Week 4 Quarter 1-
-Continue textbook introduction
-Begin chapter 1
-“Mankind The Story of All of Us: The Earliest Humans” video by History Channel
-“Paleolithic Times - 5 Things You Should Know - History for Kids” video by Smile and Learn.
-A documentary on the evolutionary process
-Continue Chapter 1 Lesson 1- Paleolithic Age
-Check/review work Chapter 1 Lesson 1- Paleolithic Age
-Introduce/begin Chapter 1 Lesson 2- Neolithic Age
-Continue ebook Chapter 1 Lesson 2- Neolithic Age
-Check/review work Chapter 1 Lesson 2-Neolithic Age
Make sure all students have turned in the following:
Final PowerPoint slide instructions/slide order:
(Slides 1-10)- Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
(Slide 11)- TIME-Line Project
(Slide 12)- Think About It
(Slide 13)- Write About It
Technology:
-Why Study History Essay from American Historical Association:
-Prehistory- 5 Things You Should Know – History for Kids
-“Mankind The Story of All of Us: The Earliest Humans” video by History Channel
-“Paleolithic Times - 5 Things You Should Know - History for Kids” video by Smile and Learn.
-A documentary on the evolutionary process, the latest reports from field
researchers, articles from experts, an extensive glossary, and links to other sites:
Suggested Activities:
Have students read the article “The Iceman's Last Meal” available at
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/icemummies/iceman.html. Have students take
two column notes while reading the article.
SS.8.W.1.1 Use timelines to identify chronological ord
Week 3 Quarter 1- Note: FAST PM1 Testing on Monday and Tuesday may affect this schedule.
-Begin workbook introduction, ebook introduction
-Begin chapter 1
-“Mankind The Story of All of Us: The Earliest Humans” video by History Channel
-“Paleolithic Times - 5 Things You Should Know - History for Kids” video by Smile and Learn.
-A documentary on the evolutionary process
-Introduce/Begin/Continue Chapter 1 Lesson 1- Paleolithic Age
-Check/review work Chapter 1 Lesson 1- Paleolithic Age
-Introduce/Begin Chapter 1 Lesson 2- Neolithic Age
-Continue ebook Chapter 1 Lesson 2- Neolithic Age
-Check/review work Chapter 1 Lesson 2-Neolithic Age
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project and TIME-Line Project due 8/27/26
Add textbook questions on pgs. 2 (Slide 12) and 3 (Slide 13) to your PowerPoint:
Final PowerPoint slide instructions/slide order:
(Slides 1-10)- Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
(Slide 11)- TIME-Line Project
(Slide 12)- Think About It
(Slide 13)- Write About It
Technology:
-Why Study History Essay from American Historical Association:
-Prehistory- 5 Things You Should Know – History for Kids
-“Mankind The Story of All of Us: The Earliest Humans” video by History Channel
-“Paleolithic Times - 5 Things You Should Know - History for Kids” video by Smile and Learn.
-A documentary on the evolutionary process, the latest reports from field
researchers, articles from experts, an extensive glossary, and links to other sites:
Suggested Activities:
Have students read the article “The Iceman's Last Meal” available at
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/icemummies/iceman.html. Have students take
two column notes while reading the article.
SS.8.W.1.1 Use timelines to identify chronological order of historical events.
SS.8.W.1.3 Interpret primary and secondary sources.
Week 2 Quarter 1
Day 1-
IMPORTANT: Special Required Commemorative Resources:
U.S. Flag Education Middle School
Collect -World History Syllabus (classroom rules/procedures)
Discuss Map Skills
Discuss why we study history and important tools therein:
Using time lines, measuring time, periods of history, calendars, etc.
Introduce Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
Introduce PowerPoint online Project- TIME-Line Project
Students begin Myself In Time PowerPoint Project and TIME-Line Project due 8/27/26
Day 3-
Continue Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
Continue PowerPoint online Project- TIME-Line Project
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project and TIME-Line Project due 8/27/26
If time: Begin lesson introduction:
Introduce ebook National Geographic: World History- Ancient Civilizations- Why Study History?
-Why Study History Essay from American Historical Association:
-Prehistory- 5 Things You Should Know – History for Kids
Begin teacher guided ebook Why Study History?
(Note: We are still waiting on physical textbooks)
Begin teacher guided Lesson 1- Paleolithic Age
If time work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project and TIME-Line Project due 8/27/26
Day 5-
Review/Collect (Late)-World History Syllabus (classroom rules/procedures)
Reminder Classroom Materials due (next class)
-Begin textbook introduction
-Introduce textbook pgs. 1-3
-“Mankind The Story of All of Us: The Earliest Humans” video by History Channel
-“Paleolithic Times - 5 Things You Should Know - History for Kids” video by Smile and Learn.
-A documentary on the evolutionary process
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project and TIME-Line Project due 8/27/26
Add textbook questions on pgs. 2 (Slide 12) and 3 (Slide 13) to your PowerPoint:
Final PowerPoint slide instructions/slide order:
(Slides 1-10)- Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
(Slide 11)- TIME-Line Project
(Slide 12)- Think About It
(Slide 13)- Write About It
(UPCOMING)
-Begin workbook introduction, ebook introduction
-Begin chapter 1
-“Mankind The Story of All of Us: The Earliest Humans” video by History Channel
-“Paleolithic Times - 5 Things You Should Know - History for Kids” video by Smile and Learn.
-A documentary on the evolutionary process
-Continue Chapter 1 Lesson 1- Paleolithic Age
-Check/review work Chapter 1 Lesson 1- Paleolithic Age
-Introduce/begin Chapter 1 Lesson 2- Neolithic Age
-Continue ebook Chapter 1 Lesson 2- Neolithic Age
-Check/review work Chapter 1 Lesson 2-Neolithic Age
Technology:
-Why Study History Essay from American Historical Association:
-Prehistory- 5 Things You Should Know – History for Kids
-“Mankind The Story of All of Us: The Earliest Humans” video by History Channel
-“Paleolithic Times - 5 Things You Should Know - History for Kids” video by Smile and Learn.
-A documentary on the evolutionary process, the latest reports from field
researchers, articles from experts, an extensive glossary, and links to other sites:
Suggested Activities:
Have students read the article “The Iceman's Last Meal” available at
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/icemummies/iceman.html. Have students take
two column notes while reading the article.
SS.8.W.1.1 Use timelines to identify chronological order of historical events.
SS.8.W.1.3 Interpret primary and secondary sources.
(UPCOMING)
Finalize selection for Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
Hispanic Heritage List- Hispanic Heritage List
Teacher available to help with Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
Home Learning: Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
Technology:
-Why Study History Essay from American Historical Association:
-Prehistory- 5 Things You Should Know – History for Kids
-“Mankind The Story of All of Us: The Earliest Humans” video by History Channel
-“Paleolithic Times - 5 Things You Should Know - History for Kids” video by Smile and Learn.
-A documentary on the evolutionary process, the latest reports from field
researchers, articles from experts, an extensive glossary, and links to other sites:
Suggested Activities:
Have students read the article “The Iceman's Last Meal” available at
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/icemummies/iceman.html. Have students take
two column notes while reading the article.
(UPCOMING)
Finalize selection for Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
Hispanic Heritage List- Hispanic Heritage List
Teacher available to help with Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
Home Learning: Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
SS.8.W.1.1 Use timelines to identify chronological order of historical events
Week 1 Quarter 1
World History Syllabus
Day 1-
Welcome back students!
-Introduce -World History Syllabus (classroom rules/procedures)
-Classroom rules, orientation, procedures
-Begin Teacher Introduction: Mr. Lawrence's- Introductory PowerPoint
-World History Syllabus
Day 2-
Collect -World History Syllabus
Review -World History Syllabus (classroom rules/procedures)
Finish Teacher Introduction: Mr. Lawrence's- Introductory PowerPoint
Introduce Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
Introduce PowerPoint online Project- TIME-Line Project
Technology:
-Why Study History Essay from American Historical Association:
-Prehistory- 5 Things You Should Know – History for Kids
-“Mankind The Story of All of Us: The Earliest Humans” video by History Channel
-“Paleolithic Times - 5 Things You Should Know - History for Kids” video by Smile and Learn.
-A documentary on the evolutionary process, the latest reports from field
researchers, articles from experts, an extensive glossary, and links to other sites:
Suggested Activities:
Have students read the article “The Iceman's Last Meal” available at
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/icemummies/iceman.html. Have students take
two column notes while reading the article.
If time Introduce e-book/textbook
Core Textbook: National Geographic World History: Ancient Civilizations Florida Edition, 2022; Chapter 1, Sections 1 (What is History? pages 1-23) Section 2 (The Paleolithic Age pages 24-35)
Vocabulary:
anthropologist, archeologist, artifact, culture, drought, fossil, land bridge, megafauna, migration, oasis, technology, agriculture, domestication, fertile, hunter-gatherer, nomad, oral
history, primary source, secondary source
Begin reading e-book chapter 1-1
SS.8.W.1.6 Describe how history transmits culture and heritage and provides models of human character.
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Note: Lessons/activities/homework are subject to change at the teacher's discretion.
For substitute teacher-
Students are to read textbook pgs. 94-109 then answer the provided questions (Note: students may use computers when finished with required reading.)
Students are to make sure they have completed Notes CH 4- Ancient Egypt and Kush lessons 1 and 2
When finished students may go on Minecraft Education:
Minecraft Education-->Social Studies--> History--> Ancient Egypt
to explore Minecraft Education Ancient Egypt
Chapter 4: Ancient Egypt and Kush
Video History 101 Ancient Egypt
PowerPoint Ancient Egypt and Kush
Notes Notes CH 4- Ancient Egypt and Kush
For Fun:
-Harvard- Pyramids of Giza
(Check out "Explore" and "Giza 3D")
-Google Fabricius- Learn about Hieroglyphics with Google
-Ancient Egypt Life After Death- https://www.nationalgeographic.org/video/life-after-death-in-ancient-egypt/
SS.8.W.2.2 Describe how the developments of agriculture and metallurgy related to settlement, population growth, and the emergence of civilization.
SS.8.E.1.2 Describe and identify traditional and command economies as they appear in different civilizations.
Week 9 Quarter 1-
Day 2-
-Finish Notes Chapter 3: Mesopotamia
-Review PPT Ancient Mesopotamia
-Group Poster Project- Ancient Mesopotamia
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Day 4-
Introduce Chapter 4: Ancient Egypt and Kush
Video History 101 Ancient Egypt
PowerPoint Ancient Egypt and Kush
Notes Notes CH 4- Ancient Egypt and Kush
For Fun:
-Harvard- Pyramids of Giza
(Check out "Explore" and "Giza 3D")
-Google Fabricius- Learn about Hieroglyphics with Google
-Ancient Egypt Life After Death- https://www.nationalgeographic.org/video/life-after-death-in-ancient-egypt/
SS.8.W.2.2 Describe how the developments of agriculture and metallurgy related to settlement, population growth, and the emergence of civilization.
SS.8.E.1.2 Describe and identify traditional and command economies as they appear in different civilizations.
Week 8 Quarter 1-
Note: All students should have finished Hispanic Heritage Projects
-Poster Project Instructions (Note: Final Project will be on Poster Board)
-Poster Project Examples
Day 1-
Introduce Topic 3: Ancient Mesopotamia
EQ:Why was civilization able to develop in ancient Mesopotamia?
PPT: Mesopotamia
Introduce pgs. 62-69
Begin Textbook Chapter 3 (pages 70-93)
Answer Historical Thinking Questions pg. 75 #1-3
Answer Synthesize and Write pg. 77 #-1-2 only
Answer Historical Thinking Questions pg. 79 #1-3
Begin Notes Chapter 4: Mesopotamia
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Day 3-
Continue Topic 3: Ancient Mesopotamia
Read pgs. 80-91
Answer Historical Thinking pg. 81 #1-3
Answer Historical Thinking pg. 83 #1-3
Answer Historical Thinking pg. 87 #1-3
Answer Historical Thinking pg. 91 #1-3
Finish Notes Chapter 4: Mesopotamia
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Day 5-
First 20 minutes-
Note: All students should have finished Hispanic Heritage Projects
-Poster Project Instructions (Note: Final Project will be on Poster Board)
-Poster Project Examples
-Finish Notes Chapter 4: Mesopotamia
-Review PPT Ancient Mesopotamia
-Group Poster Project- Ancient Mesopotamia
SS.8.W.2.2 Describe how the developments of agriculture and metallurgy related to settlement, population growth, and the emergence of civilization.
SS.8.E.1.2 Describe and identify traditional and command economies as they appear in different civilizations.
(UPCOMING)
For Fun:
-Harvard- Pyramids of Giza
(Check out "Explore" and "Giza 3D")
-Google Fabricius- Learn about Hieroglyphics with Google
-Ancient Egypt Life After Death- https://www.nationalgeographic.org/video/life-after-death-in-ancient-egypt/
-Week 7 Quarter 1-
(From Previous Week- Make sure all students have finished Patriot Day/Heroes Day Presentations
Introduce Chapter 2- Origins of Civilization 10,000-3,000 B.C.
Read 2.Lesson 1 (pages 36-47)
-Visit from Counselor Ms. Rodriguez on 9/24/26 (H.S. Magnet Fair-Catalog)
-Hispanic Heritage Poster Project (Draft and collect facts in Canva-
-Poster Project Instructions (Note: Final Project will be on Poster Board)
-Poster Project Examples
Week 6 Quarter 1
Day 2- Make sure all students have finished Patriot Day/Heroes Day Presentations
Introduce Chapter 2- Origins of Civilization 10,000-3,000 B.C.
Read 2.Lesson 1 (pages 36-47)
-Review PowerPoint- The Beginnings of Civilization PT1
-Review PowerPoint- The Beginnings of Civilization PT2-The Agricultural Revolution
Homework:
-Begin in Notebook Notes Paleolithic/Neolithic Era- Early Humans and the Agricultural Revolution
Homework:
On loose leaf paper -Turn in Notes Paleolithic/Neolithic Era- Early Humans and the Agricultural Revolution
Objective:
Students will examine the historical events of September 11, 2001, and explain the significance of Patriot Day as a national observance.
Patriot Day/Heroes Day PowerPoint Project
Slide 1-
Title Page
Essential Question- Why is Patriot Day an important day of remembrance in the United States?
Slide 2-
Global: Why do nations commemorate significant events?
Slide 3-
Why remembrance is important?
Slide 4-
Summarize when/why/by whom Heroes Day was created in Florida.
Slides 5, 6-
Summarize the key events that happened during 9/11/2001
Slide 7-
Timeline of events for 9/11/2001
Slide 8-
Summarize the importance/significance of Patriot Day
Slide 9-
Human Impact and Themes of Courage/Resiliance
Slide 10-
Reflection on 9/11 Patriots day/Heroes Day
Day 4-
Introduce Chapter 2- Origins of Civilization 10,000-3,000 B.C.
Read 2.Lesson 1 (pages 36-47)
Read 2.2- Paths to Civilization (pages 48-55)
Answer Historical Thinking questions for each lesson in a new Canva/PPT Document
Please identify page number and question for each lesson
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If you have not already finished:
Continue/Finish:
Heroes Day Lesson 2026 (See lesson 5- (AI Lesson): Technology, Service, and Civic Engagement pg. 6)
Heroes Day Resources 2026
9/11 Memorial Lesson
Patriot Day/Heroes Day PowerPoint Project
Slide 1-
Title Page
Essential Question- Why is Patriot Day an important day of remembrance in the United States?
Slide 2-
Global: Why do nations commemorate significant events?
Slide 3-
Why remembrance is important?
Slide 4-
Summarize when/why/by whom Heroes Day was created in Florida.
Slides 5, 6-
Summarize the key events that happened during 9/11/2001
Slide 7-
Timeline of events for 9/11/2001
Slide 8-
Summarize the importance/significance of Patriot Day
Slide 9-
Human Impact and Themes of Courage/Resiliance
Slide 10-
Reflection on 9/11 Patriots day/Heroes Day
Sources:
Resources Patriot Day 1-
Resources Heroes Day 1-
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MDCPS- 9/11 PowerPoint
Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
-Quiz Chapter 3- The Beginnings of Civilization
-Turn in Notes Paleolithic/Neolithic Era- Early Humans and the Agricultural Revolution
Homework:
Introduce Hispanic Heritage Project
Finalize selection for Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
Hispanic Heritage List- Hispanic Heritage List
Teacher available to help with Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
Homework:
Hispanic Heritage Biography Project (Due 9/29/26)
Homework:
Hispanic Heritage Biography Project (Due 9/29/26)
-Introduce Notebook notes Chapter 4
-Introduce UPCOMING-Introduce Notebook notes Chapter 4
SS.8.W.1.1 Use timelines to identify chronological order of historical events.
SS.8.W.1.3 Interpret primary and secondary sources.
SS.8.W.2.2 Describe how the development of agriculture and metallurgy related to settlement, population growth, and the emergence of civilization.
SS.8.W.2.3 Identify characteristics of civilization.
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SS.8.W.2.1 Compare the lifestyles of hunter-gatherers with those of settlers of early agricultural communities.
SS.8.G.4.1 Explain how family and ethnic relationships
influenced ancient cultures.
SS.8.G.4.2 Use maps to trace significant migrations and analyze their results.
Resources:
Resources Patriot Day 1-
Lesson Patriot Day 2-
Resources Heroes Day 1-
Lesson Heroes Day 2-
Week 5 Quarter 1
Day 2-
Read 2.2- The Beginnings of domestication pgs. 26-28
Introduce Patriot Day/Heroes Day 2026
Introduce Heroes Day Lesson 2026 lesson 5- (AI Lesson): Technology, Service, and Civic Engagement pg. 6
Begin:
Heroes Day Lesson 2026 (See pg. 2 lesson 1- Understanding Patriot Day and its Historical Significance)
Heroes Day Resources 2026
-Review PowerPoint- The Beginnings of Civilization PT1
-Review PowerPoint- The Beginnings of Civilization PT2-The Agricultural Revolution
Homework:
-Begin in Notebook Notes Paleolithic/Neolithic Era- Early Humans and the Agricultural Revolution
Objective:
Students will examine the historical events of September 11, 2001, and explain the significance of Patriot Day as a national observance.
Patriot Day/Heroes Day PowerPoint Project
Slide 1-
Title Page
Essential Question- Why is Patriot Day an important day of remembrance in the United States?
Slide 2-
Global: Why do nations commemorate significant events?
Slide 3-
Why remembrance is important?
Slide 4-
Summarize when/why/by whom Heroes Day was created in Florida.
Slides 5, 6-
Summarize the key events that happened during 9/11/2001
Slide 7-
Timeline of events for 9/11/2001
Slide 8-
Summarize the importance/significance of Patriot Day
Slide 9-
Human Impact and Themes of Courage/Resiliance
Slide 10-
Reflection on 9/11 Patriots day/Heroes Day
Day 4-
Read 2.4- The Agricultural Revolution, Studying the Past pgs. 30-33
Continue/Finish:
Heroes Day Lesson 2026 (See lesson 5- (AI Lesson): Technology, Service, and Civic Engagement pg. 6)
Heroes Day Resources 2026
9/11 Memorial Lesson
Patriot Day/Heroes Day PowerPoint Project
Slide 1-
Title Page
Essential Question- Why is Patriot Day an important day of remembrance in the United States?
Slide 2-
Global: Why do nations commemorate significant events?
Slide 3-
Why remembrance is important?
Slide 4-
Summarize when/why/by whom Heroes Day was created in Florida.
Slides 5, 6-
Summarize the key events that happened during 9/11/2001
Slide 7-
Timeline of events for 9/11/2001
Slide 8-
Summarize the importance/significance of Patriot Day
Slide 9-
Human Impact and Themes of Courage/Resiliance
Slide 10-
Reflection on 9/11 Patriots day/Heroes Day
Sources:
Resources Patriot Day 1-
Resources Heroes Day 1-
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MDCPS- 9/11 PowerPoint
Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
-Quiz Chapter 3- The Beginnings of Civilization
-Turn in Notes Paleolithic/Neolithic Era- Early Humans and the Agricultural Revolution
Homework:
Introduce Hispanic Heritage Project
Finalize selection for Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
Hispanic Heritage List- Hispanic Heritage List
Teacher available to help with Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
Homework:
Hispanic Heritage Biography Project (Due 9/29/26)
Homework:
Hispanic Heritage Biography Project (Due 9/29/26)
-Introduce Notebook notes Chapter 4
-Introduce UPCOMING-Introduce Notebook notes Chapter 4
SS.8.W.1.1 Use timelines to identify chronological order of historical events.
SS.8.W.1.3 Interpret primary and secondary sources.
SS.8.W.2.3 Identify characteristics of civilization.
SS.8.W.2.7 Summarize the important achievements of Mesopotamian civilization.
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SS.8.W.2.1 Compare the lifestyles of hunter-gatherers with those of settlers of early agricultural communities.
SS.8.G.4.1 Explain how family and ethnic relationships
influenced ancient cultures.
SS.8.G.4.2 Use maps to trace significant migrations and analyze their results.
Resources:
Resources Patriot Day 1-
Lesson Patriot Day 2-
Resources Heroes Day 1-
Lesson Heroes Day 2-
Week 5 Quarter 1-
Week 4 Quarter 1-
-Continue textbook introduction
-Begin chapter 1
-“Mankind The Story of All of Us: The Earliest Humans” video by History Channel
-“Paleolithic Times - 5 Things You Should Know - History for Kids” video by Smile and Learn.
-A documentary on the evolutionary process
-Continue Chapter 1 Lesson 1- Paleolithic Age
-Check/review work Chapter 1 Lesson 1- Paleolithic Age
-Introduce/begin Chapter 1 Lesson 2- Neolithic Age
-Continue ebook Chapter 1 Lesson 2- Neolithic Age
-Check/review work Chapter 1 Lesson 2-Neolithic Age
Make sure all students have turned in the following:
Final PowerPoint slide instructions/slide order:
(Slides 1-10)- Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
(Slide 11)- TIME-Line Project
(Slide 12)- Think About It
- In what ways are you a global citizen?
- Describe a situation or problem in which you think people should strive for global citizenship. What actions do you think should be taken to solve the problem?
- Pick one action you named above and explain how you would go about accomplishing it. Develop a detailed action plan that could be put in place to make this happen.
(Slide 13)- Write About It
- SYNTHESIZE: What does national identity mean to you? Answer this question in two or three paragraphs. Be sure to include your definition of national identity, explain the various parts that make up your national identity, and describe how you express your national identity. Then record how your understanding of national identity changes as you read each chapter.
- MAKE CONNECTIONS: Prehistoric “selfies” reveal what was important to ancient civilizations. Think of a sculpture, statue, or monument that was created in more recent times and explain what it reveals about what is important in today’s society.
- ASK AND ANSWER QUESTIONS: Imagine that you are at a panel discussion that includes the Explorers shown above. Write three questions you would like to ask the panel, including specific questions for individual Explorers.
Technology:
-Why Study History Essay from American Historical Association:
-Prehistory- 5 Things You Should Know – History for Kids
-“Mankind The Story of All of Us: The Earliest Humans” video by History Channel
-“Paleolithic Times - 5 Things You Should Know - History for Kids” video by Smile and Learn.
-A documentary on the evolutionary process, the latest reports from field
researchers, articles from experts, an extensive glossary, and links to other sites:
Suggested Activities:
Have students read the article “The Iceman's Last Meal” available at
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/icemummies/iceman.html. Have students take
two column notes while reading the article.
SS.8.W.1.1 Use timelines to identify chronological ord
Week 3 Quarter 1- Note: FAST PM1 Testing on Monday and Tuesday may affect this schedule.
-Begin workbook introduction, ebook introduction
-Begin chapter 1
-“Mankind The Story of All of Us: The Earliest Humans” video by History Channel
-“Paleolithic Times - 5 Things You Should Know - History for Kids” video by Smile and Learn.
-A documentary on the evolutionary process
-Introduce/Begin/Continue Chapter 1 Lesson 1- Paleolithic Age
-Check/review work Chapter 1 Lesson 1- Paleolithic Age
-Introduce/Begin Chapter 1 Lesson 2- Neolithic Age
-Continue ebook Chapter 1 Lesson 2- Neolithic Age
-Check/review work Chapter 1 Lesson 2-Neolithic Age
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project and TIME-Line Project due 8/27/26
Add textbook questions on pgs. 2 (Slide 12) and 3 (Slide 13) to your PowerPoint:
Final PowerPoint slide instructions/slide order:
(Slides 1-10)- Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
(Slide 11)- TIME-Line Project
(Slide 12)- Think About It
- In what ways are you a global citizen?
- Describe a situation or problem in which you think people should strive for global citizenship. What actions do you think should be taken to solve the problem?
- Pick one action you named above and explain how you would go about accomplishing it. Develop a detailed action plan that could be put in place to make this happen.
(Slide 13)- Write About It
- SYNTHESIZE: What does national identity mean to you? Answer this question in two or three paragraphs. Be sure to include your definition of national identity, explain the various parts that make up your national identity, and describe how you express your national identity. Then record how your understanding of national identity changes as you read each chapter.
- MAKE CONNECTIONS: Prehistoric “selfies” reveal what was important to ancient civilizations. Think of a sculpture, statue, or monument that was created in more recent times and explain what it reveals about what is important in today’s society.
- ASK AND ANSWER QUESTIONS: Imagine that you are at a panel discussion that includes the Explorers shown above. Write three questions you would like to ask the panel, including specific questions for individual Explorers.
Technology:
-Why Study History Essay from American Historical Association:
-Prehistory- 5 Things You Should Know – History for Kids
-“Mankind The Story of All of Us: The Earliest Humans” video by History Channel
-“Paleolithic Times - 5 Things You Should Know - History for Kids” video by Smile and Learn.
-A documentary on the evolutionary process, the latest reports from field
researchers, articles from experts, an extensive glossary, and links to other sites:
Suggested Activities:
Have students read the article “The Iceman's Last Meal” available at
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/icemummies/iceman.html. Have students take
two column notes while reading the article.
SS.8.W.1.1 Use timelines to identify chronological order of historical events.
SS.8.W.1.3 Interpret primary and secondary sources.
Week 2 Quarter 1
Day 1-
IMPORTANT: Special Required Commemorative Resources:
U.S. Flag Education Middle School
Collect -World History Syllabus (classroom rules/procedures)
Discuss Map Skills
Discuss why we study history and important tools therein:
Using time lines, measuring time, periods of history, calendars, etc.
Introduce Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
Introduce PowerPoint online Project- TIME-Line Project
Students begin Myself In Time PowerPoint Project and TIME-Line Project due 8/27/26
Day 3-
Continue Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
Continue PowerPoint online Project- TIME-Line Project
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project and TIME-Line Project due 8/27/26
If time: Begin lesson introduction:
Introduce ebook National Geographic: World History- Ancient Civilizations- Why Study History?
-Why Study History Essay from American Historical Association:
-Prehistory- 5 Things You Should Know – History for Kids
Begin teacher guided ebook Why Study History?
(Note: We are still waiting on physical textbooks)
Begin teacher guided Lesson 1- Paleolithic Age
If time work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project and TIME-Line Project due 8/27/26
Day 5-
Review/Collect (Late)-World History Syllabus (classroom rules/procedures)
Reminder Classroom Materials due (next class)
-Begin textbook introduction
-Introduce textbook pgs. 1-3
-“Mankind The Story of All of Us: The Earliest Humans” video by History Channel
-“Paleolithic Times - 5 Things You Should Know - History for Kids” video by Smile and Learn.
-A documentary on the evolutionary process
Work on Myself In Time PowerPoint Project and TIME-Line Project due 8/27/26
Add textbook questions on pgs. 2 (Slide 12) and 3 (Slide 13) to your PowerPoint:
Final PowerPoint slide instructions/slide order:
(Slides 1-10)- Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
(Slide 11)- TIME-Line Project
(Slide 12)- Think About It
- In what ways are you a global citizen?
- Describe a situation or problem in which you think people should strive for global citizenship. What actions do you think should be taken to solve the problem?
- Pick one action you named above and explain how you would go about accomplishing it. Develop a detailed action plan that could be put in place to make this happen.
(Slide 13)- Write About It
- SYNTHESIZE: What does national identity mean to you? Answer this question in two or three paragraphs. Be sure to include your definition of national identity, explain the various parts that make up your national identity, and describe how you express your national identity. Then record how your understanding of national identity changes as you read each chapter.
- MAKE CONNECTIONS: Prehistoric “selfies” reveal what was important to ancient civilizations. Think of a sculpture, statue, or monument that was created in more recent times and explain what it reveals about what is important in today’s society.
- ASK AND ANSWER QUESTIONS: Imagine that you are at a panel discussion that includes the Explorers shown above. Write three questions you would like to ask the panel, including specific questions for individual Explorers.
(UPCOMING)
-Begin workbook introduction, ebook introduction
-Begin chapter 1
-“Mankind The Story of All of Us: The Earliest Humans” video by History Channel
-“Paleolithic Times - 5 Things You Should Know - History for Kids” video by Smile and Learn.
-A documentary on the evolutionary process
-Continue Chapter 1 Lesson 1- Paleolithic Age
-Check/review work Chapter 1 Lesson 1- Paleolithic Age
-Introduce/begin Chapter 1 Lesson 2- Neolithic Age
-Continue ebook Chapter 1 Lesson 2- Neolithic Age
-Check/review work Chapter 1 Lesson 2-Neolithic Age
Technology:
-Why Study History Essay from American Historical Association:
-Prehistory- 5 Things You Should Know – History for Kids
-“Mankind The Story of All of Us: The Earliest Humans” video by History Channel
-“Paleolithic Times - 5 Things You Should Know - History for Kids” video by Smile and Learn.
-A documentary on the evolutionary process, the latest reports from field
researchers, articles from experts, an extensive glossary, and links to other sites:
Suggested Activities:
Have students read the article “The Iceman's Last Meal” available at
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/icemummies/iceman.html. Have students take
two column notes while reading the article.
SS.8.W.1.1 Use timelines to identify chronological order of historical events.
SS.8.W.1.3 Interpret primary and secondary sources.
(UPCOMING)
Finalize selection for Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
Hispanic Heritage List- Hispanic Heritage List
Teacher available to help with Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
Home Learning: Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
Technology:
-Why Study History Essay from American Historical Association:
-Prehistory- 5 Things You Should Know – History for Kids
-“Mankind The Story of All of Us: The Earliest Humans” video by History Channel
-“Paleolithic Times - 5 Things You Should Know - History for Kids” video by Smile and Learn.
-A documentary on the evolutionary process, the latest reports from field
researchers, articles from experts, an extensive glossary, and links to other sites:
Suggested Activities:
Have students read the article “The Iceman's Last Meal” available at
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/icemummies/iceman.html. Have students take
two column notes while reading the article.
(UPCOMING)
Finalize selection for Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
Hispanic Heritage List- Hispanic Heritage List
Teacher available to help with Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
Home Learning: Hispanic Heritage Biography Project
SS.8.W.1.1 Use timelines to identify chronological order of historical events
Week 1 Quarter 1
World History Syllabus
Day 1-
Welcome back students!
-Introduce -World History Syllabus (classroom rules/procedures)
-Classroom rules, orientation, procedures
-Begin Teacher Introduction: Mr. Lawrence's- Introductory PowerPoint
-World History Syllabus
Day 2-
Collect -World History Syllabus
Review -World History Syllabus (classroom rules/procedures)
Finish Teacher Introduction: Mr. Lawrence's- Introductory PowerPoint
Introduce Myself In Time PowerPoint Project
Introduce PowerPoint online Project- TIME-Line Project
Technology:
-Why Study History Essay from American Historical Association:
-Prehistory- 5 Things You Should Know – History for Kids
-“Mankind The Story of All of Us: The Earliest Humans” video by History Channel
-“Paleolithic Times - 5 Things You Should Know - History for Kids” video by Smile and Learn.
-A documentary on the evolutionary process, the latest reports from field
researchers, articles from experts, an extensive glossary, and links to other sites:
Suggested Activities:
Have students read the article “The Iceman's Last Meal” available at
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/icemummies/iceman.html. Have students take
two column notes while reading the article.
If time Introduce e-book/textbook
Core Textbook: National Geographic World History: Ancient Civilizations Florida Edition, 2022; Chapter 1, Sections 1 (What is History? pages 1-23) Section 2 (The Paleolithic Age pages 24-35)
Vocabulary:
anthropologist, archeologist, artifact, culture, drought, fossil, land bridge, megafauna, migration, oasis, technology, agriculture, domestication, fertile, hunter-gatherer, nomad, oral
history, primary source, secondary source
Begin reading e-book chapter 1-1
SS.8.W.1.6 Describe how history transmits culture and heritage and provides models of human character.
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Note: Lessons/activities/homework are subject to change at the teacher's discretion.