7th-8th Grade

This South Carolina student sets an example for us all...

It all began in third grade, when Katie Stagliano's 40-pound cabbage fed 275 homeless people. Now, Katie's six gardens have produced over 4,000 pounds of vegetables to feed the needy.

Rachael Shardlow, a young Australian girl counts her blessings

A 10-year-old girl has baffled experts by surviving a run-in with a highly venomous box jellyfish, the sting of which can kill an adult within minutes.

New Element is named and added to the Periodic Table...

Everything on Earth that scientists can see, measure or study is made of atoms — and atoms are named by what type of element they are. You probably know the name of many elements, such as oxygen, gold or hydrogen.

Now, there’s a new kid on the block: Elements, meet copernicum. 

How many venomous spiders reside in our State of Delaware?

Find out about what poisonous spiders we may have to worry about contacting in Delaware, as well as pictures and descriptions of all the spiders that make the First State their home, next to us!...
Our favorite Robert Frost Poems...

Our favorite Robert Frost Poems...


Robert Lee Frost (March 26, 1874 – January 29, 1963) was an American poet. He is highly regarded for his realistic depictions of rural life and his command of American colloquial speech. 
Some of the newest classrooms in Sussex County come without walls and windows.

 

Delaware's Center for the Inland Bays is working in partnership with the Indian River School District to build small schoolyard habitats at district schools.

New Dinosaur Species Found in inner Mongolia...

The exceptionally well preserved dinosaur, named Linheraptor exquisitus, is the first near complete skeleton of its kind to be found in the Gobi desert since 1972, and is a relative of the famous Velociraptor...

How many poisonous snakes reside in Delaware?

To find out, check out this module... Do you recognize what type of snake is pictured in the box to the left?

The Elements of Plot...

All fiction is based on conflict and this conflict is presented in a structured format called PLOT.

Here is a great resource of literary terms and explanations to help you read and write more proficiently!

Blood Type is Genetic...

The A and B antigen molecules on the surface of red blood cells are produced by two different enzymes. These two enzymes are encoded by different versions, or alleles, of the same gene: A and B. Learn more here...

All About Mt. Everest!...

Mt. Everest is the highest mountain in the world, and the object of many of the world's greatest climbers. Here is all of the information that you can want on the king  of the Earth's mountains!

What is Fog?...

Fog is a cloud which is in contact with the ground. Much like clouds in the sky, fog forms when the air becomes supersaturated. meaning that it can no longer hold moisture in the form of vapor. Learn more...
Leatherback Sea Turtle Delaware has 19 Endangered Species... 15 animals and 4 plants. Until we all make sure over-development and over-fishing is checked, we may have more and more species in trouble!

Bullying in Delaware... Just Say NO...

Delaware's Department of Education and State Legislature make sure everyone is on the same page when it comes to dealing with the problem of bullying in our schools. Explore why Delaware is one of the most progressive of all states in dealing with the issue...
Ever wonder what science standards your science teacher is using to create the lessons that you are taught in school. If you take the time to read through just this one standard (Standard 7: Diversity and Continuity of Living Things) developed by the DE Department of Education for grades 6-8, you'll have a whole new appreciation for just how smart your science teacher has to be! 

 

   

7th-8th Grade Science Curriculum

 Through the study of science we understand the world around us, and our place within the world. Nothing is  more exciting than examining the fundamental laws of nature and realizing that new discoveries are limited only by our imagine and our willingness to work hard. Good luck!

7th-8th Grade English & Language Arts Curriculum

 A strong grasp of the English langauage is a must for success. This page helps students conceptualize the writing process from start to finish... offering tips for each stage in the creative process. The only thing more pleasing than reading a good story or book... is writing a good story or book!

7th-8th Grade Math Curriculum

Join us on the 7th-8th Grade math page. You'll find a variety of videos within, intended to create well-rounded knowledge of your grade's math curriculum. The videos are produced to be fun and educational supplements, and since you can stop the video at any time and backtrack, learning is made easy. Thanks from all of the Schoolnite.net staff, and stop back often to see our constantly updated library of new videos!

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