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Motsenbocker - History

Only middle school students (grade 6-8) have summer history assignments. Assignments are listed below by grade.
 

SUMMER 2026

 

Grade 6

6th grade students will need to memorize the list (below) of geographical features using a map over the summer, and will be assessed on these topics when they return to school. They will be expected to label a blank map with each feature, and spelling will be counted.

-The following regions of the world:
North America, Central America, The Caribbean, South America, Europe, Africa, The Middle East, Asia, Australia, and Antarctica
-The Prime Meridian (including coordinates)
-The Equator (including coordinates)
-The Tropics of Cancer and Capricorn (including coordinates)
-The 5 Oceans (Atlantic, Pacific, Arctic, Indian and Southern)
-The Arctic and Antarctic Circles (including coordinates)

*Note: Geographical coordinates are on this linked map as a reference

Questions about this assignment? Email the Middle School Principal Ms. Winder


Grade 7

Students will prepare for 7th grade geography by memorizing the states and their capitals. 

7th Grade Link to History Summer Work

Questions about this assignment? Email Ms. Lammers



Grade 8

Students will prepare for 8th grade and civics by gaining a deep understanding of their constitutional rights. 

8th Grade Link to History Summer Work

Questions about this assignment? Email Ms. Lammers