Public learning track
Finding and Using Sources in Social Studies
7 lessons
Goal
Understand what counts as evidence, distinguish facts from opinions, and learn to gather information from a variety of source types including artifacts, interviews, music, pictures, and maps.
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What Is Evidence in Social Studies?
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Standards Covered
- 113.13(b)(15)(A)Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · Social Studies · 2nd grade · Grade 2identify and state facts based on relevant evidence;
- 113.13(b)(15)(B)Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · Social Studies · 2nd grade · Grade 2identify different kinds of historical sources and artifacts and explain how they can be used to study the past;
- 113.13(b)(15)(C)Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · Social Studies · 2nd grade · Grade 2gather information about a topic using a variety of valid oral and visual sources such as interviews, music, pictures, maps, and artifacts; and
Curriculum Framework
2nd Grade · Social Studies · TEKS
1
5 lessons
Map Skills for Second Grade
Learners will read and create simple maps using titles, legends, and cardinal directions.
2
6 lessons
Our World's Land and Water
Learners will identify continents, oceans, landforms, and key places on maps and globes.
3
6 lessons
People and the Environment
Learners will explain how people modify the physical environment and how to conserve Earth's resources.
4
6 lessons
Celebrations and Landmarks
Learners will explain the significance of national celebrations and identify important community, state, and national landmarks.
5
6 lessons
People Who Shaped Our History
Learners will identify contributions of historical figures and describe how people and events shaped their local community.
6
4 lessons
Why We Have Government
Learners will identify the functions of government and explain the value of government services in the community.
7
6 lessons
Our Public Officials
Learners will name current public officials, compare their roles, and explain how citizens participate in governance.
8
5 lessons
Being a Good Citizen
Learners will identify characteristics of good citizenship, historical examples, and ways to practice good citizenship.
9
5 lessons
Work, Money, and Choices
Learners will explain how work provides income and how people make choices about earning, spending, and saving.
10
5 lessons
Producers and Consumers
Learners will distinguish between producing and consuming, identify how people are both, and trace a product from natural resource to finished product.
11
10 lessons
American Symbols and Customs
Identify and explain American and Texas symbols, patriotic songs, the Pledge of Allegiance, and how voting helps groups make decisions.
12
7 lessons
Cultural Celebrations in Our Community
Identify and compare ethnic and cultural celebrations in our community and around the world.
13
8 lessons
Science and Technology in Our World
Describe how science and technology have changed communication, transportation, recreation, and the way people meet basic needs.
14
7 lessons
Finding and Using Sources in Social Studies
Understand what counts as evidence, distinguish facts from opinions, and learn to gather information from a variety of source types including artifacts, interviews, music, pictures, and maps.
15
5 lessons
Analyzing and Organizing Information from Sources
Use information gathered from sources to sequence events, identify main ideas, categorize data, make predictions, and compare and contrast information across sources.
16
4 lessons
Understanding Chronology and Timelines
Use chronology vocabulary and timeline skills to describe the order of events from the past, present, and future.
17
8 lessons
Communicating and Collaborating in Social Studies
Use social studies vocabulary, multiple communication formats, and democratic procedures to share ideas and collaborate respectfully with others.