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Social Studies Curriculum Social Studies - 3rd Grade
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Standard 3

Students will understand the principles of civic responsibility in classroom, community, and country.

Objective 1

Describe the rights and responsibilities inherent in being a contributing member of a community.

  • Symbols of U.S. Government
    This site will help students identify and show respect for national symbols such as the U.S. flag and the bald eagle.
  • The First Amendment: What's Fair in a Free Country?
    After completing the lessons in this unit, students will be able to summarize the contents of the First Amendment, and give an example of speech that is protected by the Constitution and speech that is not protected by the Constitution.


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