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Social Studies Curriculum Social Studies - 4th Grade
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Standard 1

Students will understand the relationship between the physical geography in Utah and human life.

Objective 1

Classify major physical geographic attributes of Utah.

  • Bryce Canyon National Park: Hoodoos Cast Their Spell
    By looking at Bryce Canyon National Park: Hoodoos Cast Their Spell, students explore why and how the geological wonders of Utah's Bryce Canyon were set aside for public enjoyment in the early 20th century. Students describe the formations that deterred settlement and encouraged tourism in Bryce Canyon and examine how it was used by settlers, scientists, government agencies, and tourists.
  • Map of Utah
    This map of Utah includes National Parks and Monuments and some State Parks.
  • Photographs of the American Southwest: Utah
    Check out these pictures of Utah's geology.
  • Utah Counties
    This site provides interesting facts, a short history, photos, and supportive web links for each county in Utah.
  • Utah National Parks
    Check out Utah's five National Parks and all the things that can be learned from them.
  • Utah State Map Collection
    This collection includes the following kinds of maps: relief, elevation, lakes and rivers, counties, and roads. There are also links to get satellite pictures as well.
  • Utah Through Time
    The Utah Geological Survey visually demonstrates how Utah's geology has changed over time.


UEN logo http://www.uen.org - in partnership with Utah State Board of Education (USBE) and Utah System of Higher Education (USHE).  Send questions or comments to USBE Specialist - Robert  Austin and see the Social Studies website. For general questions about Utah's Core Standards contact the Director - Jennifer  Throndsen.

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