Four Strands of Social Studies
Four Strands of Social Studies
Four Strands of Social Studies
1. Economics: Students learn about consumers and producers as well as supply and demand. Economics covers types of incentives, and what is given up when choices are made. It also includes the circulation of money throughout the United States as well as imports and exports. Students learn all areas of the market economy. 2. History: Students learn about different people, cultures, and civilizations. Students begin learning about how people lived long ago, including daily practices, religion, and communication. History includes learning about communities and the people who contribute to them. Students begin learning about Native American culture and how it affected the early settlers who came to America. 3. Geography: Students become familiar with the United States and its capitals. Students are able to learn how to read a map and its elements. Geography covers parts of the world and students learn the difference between water and land on a map. Students also learn about the different types of communities where people live. 4. Civics: Civics deals with government. Students learn about citizenship, the United States government system, and different political processes. Students are able to identify United States monuments and holidays. Students learn about the President of the United States and the three branches of government.