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History in the Elementary Grades
1
Introduction
Relating Historical Events by Cause and Effect
Timelines: Analyzing the Sequential Nature of Historical Events
Discovering Historical Perspectives through Primary and Secondary Source Documents
Significant Contributions of Early and Classical Civilizations
Significant Leaders, Events, Cultural Contributions, and Technological Developments of Eastern and Western Civilizations
Contemporary Global Issues and Trends
Major World Religions
Causes and Consequences of Exploration, Immigration, Settlement Patterns, and Growth
Contributions of Various Cultures to the Unique Social, Cultural, Economic, and Political Features of Florida
Geography in the Elementary Grades
2
Introduction
Working with the Six Essential Elements of Geography
Using Maps and Other Geographic Tools and Technologies
A Statistical View: How Places Differ in Their Human and Physical Characteristics
Environmental Adaptation through the Production and Use of Food, Clothing, or Shelter
How Tools and Technological Advances Affect the Environment
Reasons for the Movement of People in the World, Nation, or State
How Transportation and Communication Networks Influence Economic Development in Different Regions
The Comparison and Contrast of Major Regions of the World, Nation, or State
Government and Civics in the Elementary Grades
3
Introduction
Structures, Functions, and Purposes of Federal, Local, and State Government
The Rights and Responsibilities of a Citizen in the World, Nation, State, and Community
Major Concepts of the U.S. Constitution and Other Founding Documents
How the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial Branches of the U.S. Government Share Powers and Responsibilities
The U.S. Electoral System and the Election Process
The Processes of the U.S. Legal System
Economics in the Elementary Grades
4
Introduction
Determining Ways That Scarcity Affects the Choices Made by Governments and Individuals
Comparing and Contrasting the Characteristics and Importance of Currency
The Role of Markets from Production through Distribution to Consumption
Economic Interdependence between Nations
Human, Natural, and Capital Resources in the Production of Goods and Services
Knowledge of Instructional Resources and Assessment in the Social Sciences
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Introduction
Selecting Appropriate Resources for the Social Sciences Educator
Identifying Appropriate Planning Resources for Social Sciences Instruction
Choosing Appropriate Methods for Assessing Social Sciences Concepts Learning
Determining Appropriate Learning Environments for Social Sciences Lessons
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