History of Ukraine - 7th Grade Curriculum

This curriculum covers key events and developments in Ukrainian history, from the emergence of Rus'-Ukraine to the Kingdom of Galicia-Volhynia, and its integration into neighboring states. It also explores the cultural achievements and societal features of medieval Rus'-Ukraine. The curriculum is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of this pivotal period in Ukrainian history.

Section 1: Emergence and Formation of Rus'-Ukraine

This section explores the early history of Ukraine, including the settlement of Slavic tribes, their societal structures and economic activities, interactions with neighboring groups, and the formation of Rus'-Ukraine under key Kievan princes like Askold, Oleg, Igor, Olga, and Svyatoslav.

Section 2: Kievan Rus' (Rus'-Ukraine) - Late 10th - First Half of the 11th Centuries

This section focuses on the reign of key figures like Vladimir the Great and Yaroslav the Wise, examining their domestic and foreign policies, the introduction of Christianity, the legal code Russkaya Pravda, social structures, daily life, the economy, the development of cities, crafts, and trade, and the flourishing of culture.

Section 3: Kievan Rus' - Second Half of the 11th - First Half of the 13th Centuries

This section examines the political fragmentation of Kievan Rus', including the Council of Liubech and the reign of Vladimir Monomakh. It also covers the principalities of Kiev, Pereyaslavl, and Chernigov, as well as the principalities of Halych and Volhynia, including Yaroslav Osmomysl. The cultural landscape of Rus'-Ukraine during this period and the influence of nomadic steppe peoples are also explored.

Section 4: Kingdom of Ruthenia (Kingdom of Galicia-Volhynia)

This section covers the formation of the Kingdom of Galicia-Volhynia, the Mongol invasion and its impact, the role of King Daniel of Galicia, and the kingdom's eventual collapse. The cultural contributions of the kingdom during the 13th and first half of the 14th centuries are also highlighted.

Section 5: Rus' Appanage Principalities within Neighboring States & The Crimean Khanate

This section explores the incorporation of Rus' appanage principalities into the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, including the Union of Krewo of 1385. It also examines the resistance of Rus' princes to centralization policies. The Principality of Theodoro and the formation of the Crimean Khanate under the Giray dynasty are also covered, along with the social order, culture, and economic life of the Khanate. The section also touches upon social life, the church, agriculture, crafts, trade, cities, Magdeburg law, and cultural monuments of the 14th and 15th centuries, including figures like Konstanty Ostrogski and Yuriy Drohobych.

Summary of the Course: History of Rus'-Ukraine in Terms of the Middle Ages

This concluding section summarizes the achievements of medieval Rus'-Ukrainian society, its social life features, and its contributions to European civilization.