Public learning track
Social Studies Inquiry and Research Tools
7 lessons
Goal
Develop research, literacy, and digital inquiry skills using libraries, atlases, dictionaries, computers, and primary sources.
7 lessons
0 of 7 done
- Finding Information in the Library and BooksUp next
- Using an Atlas and a DictionaryNot started yet
- Distinguishing Between Fiction and Non-FictionNot started yet
- Identifying Facts in Historical StoriesNot started yet
- Using Digital Tools to Explore Places and HistoryNot started yet
- Using Photos and Artifacts as Clues to the PastNot started yet
- Sharing What We Learned in Social StudiesNot started yet
Standards Covered
- SS2.6.1Wyoming Social Studies Standards · Social Studies · Grade 5 (target) · Grade 5Identify what kinds of information can be found in different resources (e.g., library, computer, atlas, and dictionary).
- SS2.6.2Wyoming Social Studies Standards · Social Studies · Grade 5 (target) · Grade 5Distinguish between fiction and non-fiction.
- SS2.6.3Wyoming Social Studies Standards · Social Studies · Grade 5 (target) · Grade 5Use digital tools to learn about social studies concepts.
Curriculum Framework
1st Grade · Social Studies · US-WY-SS
1
8 lessons
Citizenship, Rules, and Laws
Understand why rules and laws exist in schools, communities, tribal nations, and our country, and how good citizens participate.
2
9 lessons
Symbols, Traditions, and National Holidays
Identify patriotic symbols, songs, pledges, and celebrations of the United States and Wyoming's Indigenous Tribes.
3
9 lessons
Culture, Families, and Communities
Explore how families, traditions, languages, and cultural expressions shape personal identity and diverse communities.
4
9 lessons
Geography and Mapping Our World
Read and create maps using keys, cardinal directions, and symbols, and compare physical and human characteristics of communities.
5
8 lessons
People, Places, and the Environment
Discover how humans adapt to, use, and modify their natural environment to meet their needs.
6
9 lessons
History, Change Over Time, and Technology
Examine how tools, technology, daily life, and major events have changed from the past to the present and shape the future.
7
8 lessons
Economics: Needs, Wants, and Economic Choices
Understand fundamental economic concepts including needs, wants, goods, services, prices, saving, and modern production.
8
7 lessons
Social Studies Inquiry and Research Tools
Develop research, literacy, and digital inquiry skills using libraries, atlases, dictionaries, computers, and primary sources.