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K–12 Standards

Geography: Grade 3

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Basic Geographic Literacy

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    Geographic Tools

    1. A.

      Identify how basic geographic tools are used to organize and interpret information about people, places and environment.7.1.3.A

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    Location of Places and Regions

    1. B.

      Identify and locate places and regions as defined by physical and human features.7.1.3.B

Physical Characteristics of Places and Regions

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    Physical Characteristics

    1. A.

      Identify the physical characteristics of places and regions.7.2.3.A

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    Physical Processes

    1. B.

      Identify the basic physical processes that affect the physical characteristics of places and regions.7.2.3.B

Human Characteristics of Places and Regions

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    Human Characteristics

    1. A.

      Identify the human characteristics of places and regions using the following criteria:<ul><li>Population</li><li>Culture</li><li>Settlement</li><li>Economic activities</li><li>Political activities</li></ul>7.3.3.A

Interactions Between People and the Environment

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    Impact of Physical Systems on People

    1. A.

      Identify the effect of the physical systems on people within a community.7.4.3.A

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    Impact of People on Physical Systems

    1. B.

      Identify the effect of people on the physical systems within a community.7.4.3.B

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 3
When were these standards adopted?
2009
Where can I read the official document?
Academic Standards for Geography (Elementary)

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