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Washington, D.C.: The Nation's Capital and Civic Life

3rd Grade · Social Studies · US-MA-SS

7 lessons

Goal

Describe the role of Washington, D.C. as the national capital and explore its landmark institutions, monuments, and civic significance.

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  1. The Creation and Location of Washington, D.C.Up next
  2. The Three Branches at Work in the CapitalNot started yet
  3. The Library of Congress and the National ArchivesNot started yet
  4. The Smithsonian Institution: Museums of History, Science, and ArtNot started yet
  5. National Monuments and Memorials on the National MallNot started yet
  6. Arlington National Cemetery and Honoring VeteransYou are here
  7. Civic Action and Public Gatherings in the Nation's CapitalNot started yet
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us-ma4.T4b.4Massachusetts Social Studies Standards · 5th Grade

Describe the role of Washington, D.C. as the national capital, and give examples of its national cultural and civic resources (e.g., the White House, U.S. Capitol Building, Supreme Court, Library of Congress, the Smithsonian Institution, cemeteries and monuments).