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Summary of the Week: Students will learn what a citizen is. They will explore the rights and responsibilities of citizens. The students will learn about how to be responsible citizens in their communities. Standards: N/A Teacher Background Knowledge: We use the term “citizen” frequently throughout the publication. Please be aware that we use this term in its broadest sense, with “citizen” meaning any member of a community. The term is often used to refer to only legal members of a community. Be aware that even in first grade, some children may be aware of this distinction. It is important to ensure that students understand that our definition includes all members and that everyone is an important part of their community. As citizens, we have rights and responsibilities. We have the responsibility to be responsible citizens and make our communities better. Notes for Teacher: ● The sequence of articles in this week is designed to build and support the learning of concepts for students. ● You will be using the Poster Pal T-chart “Rights and Responsibilities” and the Poster Pal chart “Responsible Citizens” in the lessons this week. ● The Poster Pal chart “Responsible Citizens,” made this week, will also be used in the following week, “Characteristics of Responsible Citizens.” Essential Question: What rights and responsibilities do I have? Learning Objectives : ● Students will be able to describe characteristics of responsible citizenship. ● Students will be able to explain the rights and responsibilities that they have as citizens. “I Can” Statements :
● I can describe characteristics of responsible citizenship. ● I can explain the rights and responsibilities I have as a citizen.
Citizens | Week 8
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