Voting and Participating in Local and National Decisions

Citizenship, Rights, and Democratic Participation

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Explain the importance of voting, attending public meetings, and petitioning government leaders as avenues of civic influence.

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Citizenship, Rights, and Democratic Participation

3rd Grade · Social Studies · US-MI-SS

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Explain the rights and civic responsibilities of American citizens, understand why rights have limits, and evaluate ways people collaborate to strengthen democracy.

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4 – C5.0.1Michigan Social Studies Standards · 5th Grade

Explain the responsibilities of members of American society.

4 – C5.0.3Michigan Social Studies Standards · 5th Grade

Describe ways in which people can work together to promote the values and principles of American democracy.