Social Studies Helpful Resources for Students and Parents
1. NC DPI At-Home Guide for Families – 7th Grade Social Studies
A clear, parent-friendly PDF outlining what students should know and be able to do—covering inquiry skills, evaluating sources, constructing arguments, and exploring topics like culture, government, economics, geography, and history. Includes key vocabulary for discussions and support at home.
2. NC DPI 7th Grade Social Studies Standards (World Studies II)
The official state standards document for 7th Grade Social Studies (World Studies II). Organized by disciplinary “lenses” (inquiry, behavioral sciences, civics & government, economics, geography, history), it provides the conceptual roadmap for curriculum design and learning outcomes.
3. NC DPI Unpacking Document for 7th Grade Social Studies (Fall 2021)
Breaks down standards into manageable chunks: “Students will Understand,” “Students will Know,” example topics, and suggested formative assessments. Practical for both home support and classroom planning.
4. NC DPI — Standard Course of Study & Supporting Resources for Social Studies
A hub of supporting documents including strand maps, glossaries, crosswalks, and unpacking guides—ideal for understanding terminology and connecting standards across grades.
5. Rethink Education — 7th Grade Social Studies Parent Guide (GoOpenNC)
Explains course content in straightforward language, designed to help parents engage meaningfully with lessons and support remote or in-person learning.
6. Rethink Education — 7th Grade Social Studies Course Package (GoOpenNC)
Offers a full course aligned with NC standards, with options to import into Canvas or download. Includes both a student-facing course outline and a teacher/parent guide, complete with resources for hybrid/remote learning.
7. Cumberland County Schools — 7th Grade Social Studies Curriculum & Parent Guide
Although district-specific, this page provides a helpful overview of how the curriculum flows—from the Age of Exploration to modern global interactions—and includes links to parent guides and pacing.