Middle School Model United Nations Study Guides

These study guide are designed for Middle School ESOL delegates participating in a simulated United Nations. They focus on the intersection of the first 6 SDGs.

Overview of Core Sections

Introduction & Key Terms: Defines essential concepts for each topic of debate.

• Past UN Action: Recalls key milestones for each committee

• Global Case Studies: Explores specific challenges across different regions:

• Solutions & QARMAs: Encourages student delegates to brainstorm solutions — while offering “Questions A Resolution Must Address” (QARMAs) to guide delegate resolution writing.

Adapted Comic Guides: These study guides are designed as an ESOL-adapted (English for Speakers of Other Languages) graphic comic guide focusing on each topic.

Key features and structure of the guide based on the presentation include:

Visual Graphic Format: Uses comic-book style illustrations, speech bubbles, and pop-art banners to make complex concepts accessible and engaging for learners.

Core Topics Covered:

• UNEP:: Clean Water for All
• UNDP:: Disaster Resilience
• FAO: Food Security
• UNWOMEN:: Girls in Stem
• UNICEF: Improving Access to Mental Health Services for Children and Adolescents

All committees have country matrix included and Master MUN Tracking Matrix for all committees.