Common Planner
K–12 Standards

5th grade

Other North Carolina Social Studies sets

Behavioral Sciences

  • 1.

     Understand ways in which values and beliefs have influenced the development of the United States. 5.B.1

    1. 1

      Explain how traditions, social structure, and artistic expression have contributed to the unique identity of the United States. 5.B1.1

    2. 2

      Explain how the values and beliefs of various indigenous, religious, and racial groups have contributed to the development of American identity. 5.B.1.2

Civics and Government

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     Analyze the structure and function of the United States government in terms of cooperation and compromise.

    1. 1

      Distinguish the roles and responsibilities of the three branches of government in terms of how the branches cooperate.5.C&G.1.1

    2. 2

      Explain how the three branches of government work together to protect freedom, equality, and justice.5.C&G.1.2

  • 2.

    Understand the ways in which the federal government has protected individual rights of citizens. 5.C&G.2

    1. 1

      Summarize the ways in which women, indigenous, religious, and racial groups use civic participation and advocacy to encourage government protection of rights. 5.C&G.2.1

    2. 2

      Exemplify ways in which rights are protected under the United States Constitution.5.C&G.2.2

Economics

  • 1.

    Understand how economic decisions have impacted the United States in terms of consequence, growth, and trade. 5.E.1

    1. 1

      Explain factors that led to economic growth and decline within the United States at various times in history.5.E.1.1

    2. 2

      Compare economic decisions in terms of benefits and consequences. 5.E.1.2

    3. 3

      Explain the impact of production, specialization, technology, and division of labor on the economic growth of the United States. 5.E.1.3

    4. 4

      Summarize the role of trade between the United States and other countries.5.E.1.4

  • 2.

    Understand the impact of personal financial decisions.5.E.2

    1. 1

      Explain how personal financial decisions affect everyday life. 5.E.2.1

    2. 2

      Explain the importance of developing a basic budget for spending and saving.5.E.2.2

    3. 3

      Explain how personal financial decisions impact economic growth and decline in the United States.5.E.2.3

Geography

  • 1.

    Understand the ways in which geographic factors and features have influenced development of the United States. 5.G.1

    1. 1

      Explain the relationship between location, physical environment, and human activity in the United States.5.G.1.1

    2. 2

      Explain ways in which voluntary and forced migration and slavery led to changes in the landscape of the United States, using maps.5.G.1.2

    3. 3

      Explain how technological innovation has impacted the geography of the United States. G.G.1.3

    4. 4

      Explain the reasons for forced and voluntary migration to, from, and within the United States.5 G 1.4

History

  • 1.

    Understand the role of various people, events, and ideas in shaping the United States.5.H.1

    1. 1

      Explain how the experiences and achievements of women, minorities, indigenous groups, and marginalized people have contributed to change and innovation in the United States5.H.1.1

    2. 2

      Summarize the changing roles of women, indigenous, racial and other minority groups in the United States. 5.H.1.2

    3. 3

       Explain the ways in which revolution, reform, and resistance have shaped the United States.5.H.1.3

    4. 4

      Explain the impact of major conflicts and events on the development of the United States. 5.H.1.4

    5. 5

      Compare multiple perspectives of various historical events using primary and secondary sources.5.H.1.5

    6. 6

      Explain the significance of national symbols and traditions from various perspectives.5.H.1.6

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 5
Where can I read the official document?
North Carolina Social Studies Standards for Grade 5

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