Kindergarten Social Studies Unit 8

Big Idea:

Identify the contributions of Texas leaders who helped shape the state and identify symbols of Texas.

Student Expectations:

Focus TEKS

K.1(B) [Supporting] identify customs associated with national patriotic holidays such as parades and fireworks on Independence Day

K.2(A) [Supporting] identify contributions of historical figures, including Stephen F. Austin, George Washington, Christopher Columbus, and José Antonio Navarro, who helped to shape the state and nation

K.5(B) [Supporting] identify how the human characteristics of place such as ways of earning a living, shelter, clothing, food, and activities are based upon geographic location

Ongoing TEKS

K.10(A) [Supporting] identify the flags of the United States and Texas;

K.10(B) [Supporting] recite the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States Flag and the Pledge to the Texas Flag

K.16(A) use a problem solving process to identify a problem and implement a solution

K.16(B) identify a situation that requires a decision

Student Learning Targets:

• I will identify Stephen F. Austin and Jose Antonio Navarro and why they are important.
• I will draw and label Texas symbols. (writing)

Essential Questions:

• Why are these Texas leaders important to our community?
• Can you identify the Texas symbols?

Extra Information:

Adopted Textbook: American Legacy, Studies Weekly

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