Social Studies

My Community and Other Communities

Students study their local community and learn about characteristics that define urban, suburban, and rural communities. Democratic principles and participation in government are introduced. Interaction with the environment and changes to the environment and their effects are examined. The concept of change over time and examining cause and effect are introduced. Students will examine the availability of resources and the interdependence within and across communities.

Individual Development and Cultural Identity - 2.1 & 2.2

  • Explore 3 types of communities: urban, suburban and rural

Civic Ideals and Practices - 2.3 & 2.4

Geography, Humans, and the Environment - 2.5

Time, Continuity, and Change - 2.6 & 2.7

Economic Systems - 2.8 & 2.9


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