Grade 7 Unit 6 The Wonder of The Renaissance
The Wonder of the Renaissance is an immersive educational unit that invites your child to explore one of history's most transformative periods. Through this unit, students will delve into the rebirth of art, culture, and thinking that marked the Renaissance, bridging the medieval and modern worlds.
In this unit, students will gain a vivid appreciation for the Renaissance's cultural, scholarly, and socio-political shifts. They'll study the impact of humanism—a philosophy that emphasizes human agency and responsibility—on art, science, and exploration. The unit also highlights the significant changes brought by the printing press and the profound effects of the Reformation.
The Renaissance was a time of awakening after a period of darkness and strife, bringing a renewed focus on art, beauty, culture, and human potential. As your Grade 7 child navigates their own journey toward greater independence, they will find inspiration in the Renaissance's shift toward personal agency and the celebration of human creativity. Through this unit, they will develop a stronger sense of responsibility for their thoughts, feelings, and actions, empowering them to shape their own lives with confidence and purpose.
This purchase includes one digital curriculum unit with 15 days of lesson plans and 5 days of flexible projects. This unit will inspire you with beautiful images, clear instructions and exciting project ideas.
And that's not all. You will also gain access to the Wonder Hub, which includes supporting documents, videos, resources, and community.
The Wonder of the Renaissance
Learning Standards
Concept: Exploring stories and other texts helps us understand ourselves and connect to others and the world.
Connection: Your child will read a Renaissance-themed book and hear captivating biographies of renowned artists, deepening their understanding of how stories and texts connect us to others and the world.
Math:
Concept: Computational fluency and flexibility with numbers extend to operations with integers and decimals.
Connection: This unit lays the foundation for algebra by enhancing computational fluency with integers and decimals, preparing your child for future mathematical concepts.
Social Studies:
Concept: Religious and cultural practices that emerged during this period have endured and continue to influence people.
Connection: Students will explore the enduring influence of religious and cultural practices from the Renaissance, particularly the pivotal role of Christianity and the separation of church and state.