Sixth Grade:
We are continuing our study of Mesopotamia this week by looking at the Sumerians. The students first identified the characteristics that make up a civilization and they are now examining examples of those characteristics in the Sumerian civilization. The students are currently working on posters in class and later this week and early next week they will complete a "museum walk" and learn about all of the different topics.
Seventh Grade:
We are continuing our study of the Islamic Empire. The students are learning about the historical figure Muhammad and his role as a religious leader, a government leader, a military leader, and a social leader. They will also learn about the basic teachings of Muhammad in order to understand how these teachings changed the culture of Arabia.