Public learning track
American Symbols, Holidays, and Diverse Cultures
8 lessons
Goal
Identify major patriotic symbols, traditions, and national holidays while exploring diverse cultural contributions across America.
8 lessons
0 of 8 done
- Symbols of the United States: Bald Eagle, Liberty Bell, and Uncle SamUp next
- The American Flag and the Pledge of AllegianceNot started yet
- Honoring Leaders: Presidents' Day and Martin Luther King Jr. DayNot started yet
- National Patriotic Holidays and Flag DayNot started yet
- Influential Historic Figures in AmericaNot started yet
- American Cultural Diversity and Family HeritageNot started yet
- Exploring Regional Cultures Across the United StatesNot started yet
- Sharing Cultural Traditions Through Creative ProjectsNot started yet
Standards Covered
- SS.2.4West Virginia Social Studies Standards · Social Studies · all grade levels · All agesGive examples of symbols, icons and traditions of the United States, recite the Pledge of Allegiance, and participate in national patriotic celebrations (e.g., Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day and Flag Day) and community service projects.
- SS.2.16West Virginia Social Studies Standards · Social Studies · all grade levels · All agesExplore the impact historic figures have had upon our society.
- SS.2.3West Virginia Social Studies Standards · Social Studies · all grade levels · All agesCreate a product (e.g., play, multimedia or poster) to demonstrate an understanding of the diversity in American culture.
- SS.2.15West Virginia Social Studies Standards · Social Studies · all grade levels · All agesIdentify cultural contributions and differences made by people from the various regions in the United States using literature, documents and oral accounts.
Curriculum Framework
1st Grade · Social Studies · US-WV-SS
1
7 lessons
Rules, Citizenship, and Government
Understand the purpose and fairness of rules and laws, the three levels of government, and how good citizens and leaders serve communities.
2
8 lessons
American Symbols, Holidays, and Diverse Cultures
Identify major patriotic symbols, traditions, and national holidays while exploring diverse cultural contributions across America.
3
8 lessons
Map Skills, Continents, and Oceans
Use map tools, cardinal directions, and geographic technology to locate continents, oceans, and major U.S. landmarks.
4
7 lessons
West Virginia Geography and State Identity
Locate West Virginia's cities, borders, and landforms while exploring state symbols, leaders, and famous West Virginians.
5
6 lessons
Natural Resources and Environmental Interactions
Classify natural resources, explain how people use and conserve them, and understand how environment and climate affect human communities.
6
6 lessons
Basic Economics: Needs, Wants, Goods, and Saving
Understand economic choices, trade goods and services, and learn how saving and banks help people plan for the future.
7
8 lessons
History, Timelines, and Life Then and Now
Build historical thinking skills using timelines, investigate changing careers and technologies, and compare past and present lifestyles in West Virginia.