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Grade 2

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Living and Working Together in State and Nation

  • 1.

    Relate principles of American democracy to the founding of the nation.2.1

    1. a.

      Identifying reasons for the settlement of the thirteen colonies2.1.a

    2. b.

      Recognizing basic principles of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution of the United States, the establishment of the three branches of government, and the Emancipation Proclamation2.1.b

    3. c.

      Demonstrating the voting process, including roles of major political parties2.1.c

    4. d.

      Utilizing school and classroom rules to reinforce democratic values2.1.d

  • 2.

    Identify national historical figures and celebrations that exemplify fundamental democratic values, including equality, justice, and responsibility for the common good.2.2

    1. a.

      Recognizing our country's founding fathers, including George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, Patrick Henry, John Adams, John Hancock, and James Madison2.2.a

    2. b.

      Recognizing historical female figures, including Abigail Adams, Dolley Madison, Harriet Tubman, and Harriet Beecher Stowe2.2.b

    3. c.

      Describing the significance of national holidays, including the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.; Presidents' Day; Memorial Day; the Fourth of July; Veterans Day; and Thanksgiving Day2.2.c

    4. d.

      Describing the history of American symbols and monuments2.2.d

  • 3.

    Use various primary sources, including calendars and timelines, for reconstructing the past.2.3

  • 4.

    Use vocabulary to describe segments of time, including year, decade, score, and century.2.4

  • 5.

    Differentiate between a physical map and a political map.2.5

    1. a.

      Using vocabulary associated with geographical features, including latitude, longitude, and border2.5.a

  • 6.

    Identify states, continents, oceans, and the equator using maps, globes, and technology.2.6

    1. a.

      Identifying map elements, including title, legend, compass rose, and scale2.6.a

    2. b.

      Identifying the intermediate directions of northeast, southeast, northwest, and southwest2.6.b

    3. c.

      Recognizing technological resources such as a virtual globe, satellite images, and radar2.6.c

    4. d.

      Locating points on a grid2.6.d

  • 7.

    Explain production and distribution processes.2.7

    1. a.

      Identifying examples of imported and exported goods2.7.a

    2. b.

      Describing the impact of consumer choices and decisions on supply and demand2.7.b

  • 8.

    Describe how scarcity affects supply and demand of natural resources and human-made products.2.8

  • 9.

    Describe how and why people from various cultures immigrate to the United States.2.9

    1. a.

      Describing the importance of cultural unity and diversity within and across groups2.9.a

  • 10.

    Identify ways people throughout the country are affected by their human and physical environments.2.10

    1. a.

      Comparing physical features of regions throughout the United States2.10.a

    2. b.

      Identifying positive and negative ways people affect the environment2.10.b

    3. c.

      Recognizing benefits of recreation and tourism at state and national parks2.10.c

  • 11.

    Interpret legends, stories, and songs that contributed to the development of the cultural history of the United States.2.11

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 2
When were these standards adopted?
2013
Where can I read the official document?
Alabama Course of Study: Social Studies

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