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District List: NYC Core Curriculum 7th - Social Studies
Description: The New York City Core Curriculum program aims to provide a high-quality curricula to NYC students through a seamless instructional program across grades and subjects. This list has been curated by #NYCDOE for 7th Grade Social Studies materials.
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War, Terrible War
by Joy HakimRiveting, moving, and impossible to put down, War, Terrible War takes us into the heart of the Civil War, from the battle of Manassas to the battle of Gettysburg and on to the South's surrender at Appomattox Court House. Follow the common soldiers in blue and gray as they endure long marches, freezing winter camps, and the bloodiest battles ever fought on American soil. Off the war fields, War, Terrible War captures the passion and commitment of abolitionists and slave-owners alike in their fiery debates throughout the land. With profiles of Abraham Lincoln, Robert E. Lee, Ulysses S. Grant, John Brown, Harriet Tubman, Jefferson Davis, soldiers on both sides, slave owners, abolitionists, average citizens, and others, War, Terrible War is the compelling story of a people affected by the horrors of war during this tragic and dramatic period in A History of US. This text is listed as an example that meets Common Core Standards in English language arts in grades 4-5 at http://www.corestandards.org.]
The Eighth Amendment
by Greg RozaPrior to the existence of the Eighth Amendment, there was little to protect citizens of the English colonies from excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishments. The enduring freedoms guaranteed by this amendment are extremely important to all U.S. citizens. Readers will learn about the politicians who fought for the amendment's passage. They will also learn about what life was like for Americans before the Eighth Amendment was passed, how the amendment's elastic wording has helped it remain relevant through the years, and how it defends our freedoms today.
The Middle Colonies
by Michael Burgan and Brett Kelly and Christian Cornia and Barbie HeitNIMAC-sourced textbook
My Brother Sam Is Dead
by James Lincoln Collier and Christopher CollierThe classic story of one family torn apart by the Revolutionary War
All his life, Tim Meeker has looked up to his brother Sam. Sam's smart and brave -- and is now a part of the American Revolution. Not everyone in town wants to be a part of the rebellion. Most are supporters of the British -- including Tim and Sam's father.
With the war soon raging, Tim know he'll have to make a choice -- between the Revolutionaries and the Redcoats... and between his brother and his father.
Newbery Medal Honor book
Jane Addams Children’s Book Award Honor Book
Native American Myths
by Anita DalalOne of the most interesting ways to learn about other cultures is through the myths, legends and stories that they pass on to successive generations, which ultimately explain larger truths about the societies and cultures from which they originate.
The Plymouth Colony
by Janet RieheckyDescribes the establishment of the English colony at Plymouth, Massachusetts, from its planning phase to the 1620 translantic journey of settlers, as well as the experiences of those settlers in the new land.
The New England Colonies
by Michael Burgan and Brett Kelly and Christian Cornia and Barbie HeitNIMAC-sourced textbook
Colonial Times
by Stephanie Harvey and Anne GoudvisThese short nonfiction texts for American history include:
10 comprehension strategy lessons for close reading in content literacy.
Short nonfiction articles on a wide range of topics and at a variety of reading levels.
( 45 articles in Colonial Times and 52 articles in The American Revolution and Constitution )
A bank of historical images, primary source documents and artifacts, plus primary source documents and artifacts bibliographies, web sites, and ideas for online investigations.
A Digital Companion Resource provides all of the texts, primary source documents, and the image bank in a full-color digital format so you can display them for group analysis.
The European Settlement Of North America (1492-1754)
by George Edward StanleyFulfill the need to incorporate primary sources in your American history reports and projects with this engaging series. Each book uses a variety of primary source documents to provide a unique perspective on historical events.
Public documents, including newspaper articles, speeches, historic acts of legislation, and treaties give readers a broader understanding of the events that shaped our nation, while personal diaries and letters provide intimate portraits of the people who influenced or witnessed those events. Featuring words drawn straight from the shapers of history, this captivating series gives readers a richer understanding of the nation's history.
The Story of Slavery and Abolition in United States History
by Linda Jacobs AltmanTraces the history of slavery in the United States, focusing on the abolition movement and the final steps that freed an enslaved people.
A Voice Of Her Own
by Kathryn Lasky and Paul LeeIn 1761, a young African girl was sold to the Wheatley family in Boston, who named her Phillis after the slave schooner that had carried her. Kidnapped from her home in Africa and shipped to America, she'd had everything taken from her family, her name, and her language. But Phillis Wheatley was no ordinary young girl. She had a passion to learn, and the Wheatleys encouraged her, breaking with unwritten rule in New England to keep slaves illiterate. Amid the tumult of the Revolutionary War, Phillis Wheatley ultimately had a book of verse published, established herself as the first African American woman poet this country had ever known. She also found what had been taken away from her and from slaves everywhere: a voice of her own.
A Separate Battle
by Ina ChangDescribes the roles women played during the Civil War and how women influenced the course of the war.
The Articles of Confederation
by Blair BeltonMany people don't know that the US Constitution isn't the first American constitution. The Articles of Confederation was the document that united the newly created states in 1781. Not everything went smoothly in the early days of our country. Readers will find out the events that led to the replacement of this constitution. They'll learn its strengths, weaknesses, and why the US Constitution may have been the country's last hope of staying united.
Growing Up In The Civil War, 1861 To 1865
by Duane DamonLook at life through the eyes of children who lived during different eras of American history... Experience the thrill of landing in the New World for the first time and the terror of dodging bullets during the American Revolution. Journey to the American West in the back of a covered wagon and discover the horrors of the Civil War. From the technological advances of the early twentieth century to the despair of the Great Depression to the sacrifice of World War II, explore each tumultuous time. Our America reveals the true-life adventures of children (many of whom grew up to become presidents or other important national figures), through features such as historical sidebars, quotes from primary resources like diaries and letters, epigraphs, and art authentic to each era. Supports the national curriculum standards Culture; Time, Continuity, and Change; Individual Development and Identity; Individuals, Groups, and Institutions; Power, Authority, and Governance; Global Connections; and Civic Ideas and Practice as outlined by the National Council for the Social Studies.
The Settling Of St. Augustine
by Janet RieheckyTraces the history of St. Augustine, Florida, from its founding and development as a Spanish colony and military outpost in 1565 through the early eighteenth century, and discusses the impact of European colonialization on the native
The Fifth Amendment
by Corona BrezinaThe Fifth Amendment is the longest amendment in the Bill of Rights, so this book begins by breaking down each clause one-by-one, explaining the legalese in uncomplicated language, thus allowing the reader to reach a full understanding of due process. It then explains the ratification process of the Bill of Rights and systemically describes the impact of the Fifth Amendment clause by clause, using Supreme Court cases as real-world examples. Sidebars highlight the amendment in action and delve into finer points, such as the Fourteenth Amendment s impact on the Fifth and the McCarthy era. This book features a list of all the Amendments to the Constitution, including those proposed, but unratified. A rich resource section allows for further exploration.
The Second Amendment
by Larry GerberThe United States has the most guns per capita of any country in the world. Many Americans value the right to bear arms, which they believe is guaranteed by the Second Amendment to the Constitution. Others believe that the Second Amendment only guarantees the right for organized militias to own guns. This book surveys the history of the Second Amendment and gun ownership in the United States, and explores how the amendment continues to affect us today.
Analyzing The Boston Tea Party
by Greg RozaUsing the exercises and primary source documents in this engaging book, students will learn about key moments that led to the American Revolution.
These include the financial pressure on England after its resources were spread thin by the French and Indian War, the formation of the Sons of Liberty, the backlash and revolt of colonists in response to the Stamp, Sugar, and Quartering Acts, the tea party itself, and the eventual meeting of the first Continental Congress.
The Settling Of Jamestown
by Janet RieheckyExamines the founding of the English colony at Jamestown, its struggle for survival, and its eventual decline.
Evaluating the Articles of Confederation
by Greg RozaThis is a fascinating look at the state of the nation at the time of the drafting of the Articles of Confederation seen against the backdrop of revolution, the various ideological debates and practical considerations that shaped it, and the document's inherent weaknesses that necessitated its replacement with the Constitution.
The Island at the Center of the World
by Russell ShortoIn a riveting, groundbreaking narrative, Russell Shorto tells the story of New Netherland, the Dutch colony which pre-dated the Pilgrims and established ideals of tolerance and individual rights that shaped American history. "Astonishing . . . A book that will permanently alter the way we regard our collective past." --The New York Times When the British wrested New Amsterdam from the Dutch in 1664, the truth about its thriving, polyglot society began to disappear into myths about an island purchased for 24 dollars and a cartoonish peg-legged governor. But the story of the Dutch colony of New Netherland was merely lost, not destroyed: 12,000 pages of its records–recently declared a national treasure–are now being translated. Russell Shorto draws on this remarkable archive in The Island at the Center of the World, which has been hailed by The New York Times as &“a book that will permanently alter the way we regard our collective past.&” The Dutch colony pre-dated the &“original&” thirteen colonies, yet it seems strikingly familiar. Its capital was cosmopolitan and multi-ethnic, and its citizens valued free trade, individual rights, and religious freedom. Their champion was a progressive, young lawyer named Adriaen van der Donck, who emerges in these pages as a forgotten American patriot and whose political vision brought him into conflict with Peter Stuyvesant, the autocratic director of the Dutch colony. The struggle between these two strong-willed men laid the foundation for New York City and helped shape American culture. The Island at the Center of the World uncovers a lost world and offers a surprising new perspective on our own.
Biographies Of The American Revolution
by Michael AndersonA captivating series that surveys the lives of the political figures and social revolutionaries who shaped early U.S. history includes vibrant images depicting memorable events and individuals, a glossary, explanations of key terms and ideas, and relevant websites and organizations to consult for further reference.
Bull Run
by Paul FleischmanNortherners, Southerners, generals, couriers, dreaming boys, and worried sisters describe the glory, the horror, the thrill, and the disillusionment of the first battle of the Civil War.
Winner of the Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction
Spies Of The American Revolution
by Martha Sias PurcellExplains the purpose of spies during the American Revolution and describes the actions of several spies including Nathan Hale, General Benedict Arnold, Emily Geiger, and Patience Lovell Wright.
Westward Expansion
by Greg RozaThere were many reasons for Americans to move west in the 1800s. The gold rush, religious movements, new farmland, and even a transcontinental railroad brought people from across the country to settle.
This book highlights the major causes and effects of Americas push westwardfrom the Erie Canal to the rise of cowboys. With the help of detailed photographs, readers discover the events that expanded America from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean.