| Grade 1 |
|
Standard 1.0 Political Science: Students will understand the historical development and current status of the democratic principles and the development of skills and attitudes necessary to become responsible citizens.
|
|
A. The Foundations and Function of Government
|
1. Explain the importance of rules
|
a. Explain how rules promote fairness, responsibility, and privacy in the school and community
|
b. Identify leadership positions in the school and community and recognize their authority in keeping students safe, following rules, and maintaining order
|
2. Identify and discuss the meaning of symbols and practices associated with the United States of America
|
a. Identify and discuss the meaning of common symbols associated with the United States of America, such as bald eagle, White House, and the Statue of Liberty
|
b. Describe how actions, such as pledging allegiance to the American flag and singing "The Star-Spangled Banner" and "America" are associated with being a citizen
|
|
B. Individual and Group Participation in the Political System
|
1. Identify and describe people important to the American political system
|
a. Describe the contributions of people, past and present, such as George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King, Jr. and the current president
|
b. Explain how contributions of people may be recognized with holidays and celebrations, such as Presidents' Day and Veterans' Day
|
|
C. Protecting Rights and Maintaining Order
|
1. Describe the rights and responsibilities of being a participating member of the family, school and neighborhood
|
a. Identify the rights, responsibilities and choices that students have in the family, school, and neighborhood
|
b. Demonstrate ways to work together to maintain a clean and safe home, school, and neighborhood environment
|
|