Social Studies

Maps and Globes

• Why do we use maps?
• How are maps and globes different?
• What are tools that are used to help read maps and globes? (map key & compass rose)
• How do we figure out the distance from one place to another on a map? (map scale)
• What are the cardinal and intermediate directions?

Communities

• Why do people live in different kinds of communities?
• How are communities similar and different from one another?
• How does geography affect a community?
• How do people work effectively with others within their community?

Our Government

• How was our government formed and how does our government work?
• How would you explain the development and change of Washington D.C.?
• What are some national symbols and landmarks and what do they mean?

Immigration and Migration

• How has immigration and migration helped form our country?
• Why do people have to immigrate and migrate?
• How does immigration and migration affect our country/community?

People Who Shape Our Lives

• Who are the people past and present that have helped to shape and change our country?
• How do people positively influence their community?
• Who are our current government leaders?