3rd Grade Social Studies Learning Targets

Social Studies, 2

ALT 1 - Connecting Historical Events

I can describe the connection between and the importance of two or more current or historical events.

AST 1.1 - Difference Between Past and Present  :  I can understand the difference between past and present.

AST 1.2 - Importance of Events   :  I can explain why an event is important.

AST 1.3 - Relevant and Less Relevant Info  :  I can distinguish between relevant and less relevant information.

ALT 2 - Comp-Cont Past and Present

I can compare and contrast past and present situations, people and events in neighborhoods and communities.

AST 2.1 - Celebrations, Traditions, Symbols  :  I can explain why various celebrations, traditions, and symbols are important to a community.

Example of Cause - Effect - AST 2.2  :  I can identify and give examples of cause and effect.

AST 2.3 - Social Structures, Leaders and Impact  :  I can identify social structures and leaders and their impacts on the local community.

AST 2.4 - Compare and Contrast Methods  :  I can compare and contrast using a variety of methods.

ALT 3 - Locate and Evaluate

I can evaluate information relating to an issue or problem.

AST 3.1 - Using Maps to Locate   :  I can use maps to locate information.

AST 3.2 - Saving  :  I can understand how saving can help to reach financial goals.

AST 3.3 - Conflict, Justice, General Welfare  :  I can explain and evaluate how people manage conflict, promote justice and general welfare.