Lessons
9 Big Eras of History (Coming)
Throughout human history, the events can be categorized into nine general eras, each including its own set of civilizations and events, defining the technological and historical achievements of humankind. In this
experience, students will be able to explore a timeline of these eras on an outstretched global map to consider these events and their chronological and geographical significance. Use this experience to create context historically for significant events discussed in class.
Grade 7 - Canadian Confederation
Grade 8 - Development of Japan; Renaissance Europe; the Spanish and Aztecs
Social Studies 10 - European expansion into Canada and the United States; imperialism around the world; WWII
Social Studies 20 - French Revolution; WWI & WWII; European Union; United Nations
Curricular Connections
Grade 6 - Comparing the origins of Canada and the United StatesGrade 7 - Canadian Confederation
Grade 8 - Development of Japan; Renaissance Europe; the Spanish and Aztecs
Social Studies 10 - European expansion into Canada and the United States; imperialism around the world; WWII
Social Studies 20 - French Revolution; WWI & WWII; European Union; United Nations
Activities
Events Through History
Teacher-led exploration of major events in human history, in the context of a large global map.
Match the Icon
Students select icons representing historical events, items, or civilizations that they predict will be found in the next era.