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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.
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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.
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A. The Foundations and Function of Government
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A. The Foundations and Function of Government
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1. Identify the importance of rules
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1. Identify the importance of rules
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a. Recognize why people have rules at home and at school
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a. Identify reasons for classroom and school rules, such as maintaining order and keeping the community safe
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b. Generate and follow classroom rules, such as taking turns, walking inside, and forming a line that promote order and safety in the classroom
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b. Recognize rules help promote fairness, responsible behavior, and privacy
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2. Identify symbols and practices associated with the United States of America
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2. Identify symbols and practices associated with the United States of America
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a. Recognize symbols, such as the American flag
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a. Identify common symbols, such as the American Flag, and Statue of Liberty
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b. Recognize that the Pledge of Allegiance is a practice that happens in school
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b. Recognize that saying the Pledge of Allegiance and singing "The Star-Spangled Banner" are practices associated with being a citizen
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B. Individual and Group Participation in the Political System
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B. Individual and Group Participation in the Political System
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1. Recognize people important to the American political system
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1. Identify people important to the American political system
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a. Respond to informational text read aloud to develop an awareness of the contributions made by certain individuals that are remembered during the observance of national holidays and celebrations
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a. Identify the contributions of people, past and present, such as George Washington, Rosa Parks, and the current president
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b. Use informational text to identify and discuss the contributions of individuals recognized on national holidays, such as Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Presidents' Day
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C. Protecting Rights and Maintaining Order
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C. Protecting Rights and Maintaining Order
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1. Identify the roles, rights, and responsibilities of being a member of the family and school
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1. Describe the roles, rights, and responsibilities of being a member of the family and school
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a. Identify roles of family members
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a. Describe the roles, rights, and responsibilities of family members
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b. Identify the roles of members of the school, such as principal, teacher, and nurse
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b. Describe the roles of members of the school, such as principal, crossing guard, bus drivers, and teachers
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c. Identify and discuss rights, responsibilities and choices in the classroom and family
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c. Identify and describe rights, and responsibilities in the classroom and family
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