School City of Hobart
School City of Hobart Social Studies

Social Studies - First Grade

First Grade

The Home, School, and Nearby Environments:
Students in Grade One examine changes in their own communities over time and explore the way people live and work together. They begin to understand their rights and responsibilities as citizens as they interact with home, school, and nearby environments.


Historical Perspective

    History
The learner will be able to identify continuity and change in the different environments around them, including school and neighborhood communities, and identify individuals, events, and symbols that are important to our country.
Strand Source
Historical Knowledge IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.1.1
The learner will be able to identify examples of things that have changed and things that have remained the same as students compare their lives with the lives of family members, such as parents and grandparents. Example: People today use different kinds of technology, such as computers, in comparison to the types of technology people used in the past. .
Strand Source
Historical Knowledge IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.1.2
The learner will be able to compare past and present similarities and differences in daily life by using biographies, oral histories, and folklore. Examples: Aspects of daily life might include roles of men, women, and children, styles of dress, work within and outside the home, popular games, transportation, schooling, and manners. .
Strand Source
Historical Knowledge IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.1.3
The learner will be able to identify American songs and symbols. Examples: Symbols - The United States Flag, the Bald Eagle, and the Statue of Liberty Songs - "The Star-Spangled Banner," "America the Beautiful" .
Strand Source
Historical Knowledge IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.1.4
The learner will be able to discuss how the Pledge of Allegiance is a promise to be loyal to the United States.
Strand Source
Historical Knowledge IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.1.5
The learner will be able to identify people and events observed in national celebrations and holidays. Examples: Celebrations and holidays such as Thanksgiving, the Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Independence Day, and Veterans' Day .
Strand Source
Historical Knowledge IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.1.6
The learner will be able to use terms related to time to order events sequentially that have occurred in the school. Examples: Identify and order school events using the terms "past" and "present"; discuss national holidays and historical events associated with the holidays. .
Strand Source
Chronological Thinking IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  

Civics and Government

    Civics and Government
The learner will be able to explain the meaning of government; explain why rules and laws are needed in the school and community; identify individual rights and responsibilities; and use a variety of sources to learn about the functions of government and roles of citizens.
Strand Source
Government IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.2.1
The learner will be able to give examples of people who have the authority* to make and enforce rules. *Authority: Power that people have the right to use because of custom or law Example: Parents, teachers, and principals have authority to make and enforce rules. .
Strand Source
Authority IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.2.2
The learner will be able to identify rights that people have and identify the responsibilities that accompany these rights. Example: People have the right to own property, such as a house, but this means taking responsibility for the maintenance of the house. .
Strand Source
Citizenship: Rights/Responsibilities IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.2.3
The learner will be able to define and give examples of rules and laws.
Strand Source
Law IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.2.4
The learner will be able to identify why rules and laws exist, and describe the consequences of not having rules and laws. Example: Rules and laws exist to establish order and security and to protect rights. .
Strand Source
Law IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.2.5
The learner will be able to suggest ways that students' actions can contribute to the common good of the community. Example: Students help to keep the classroom and school clean by properly disposing of trash. .
Strand Source
Citizenship IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.2.6
The learner will be able to identify civic virtues that are needed to be a good citizen. Examples: Fairness, honesty, compassion, responsibility .
Strand Source
Citizenship IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  

Geography

    Geography
The learner will be able to identify the basic characteristics of maps and globes and explain basic facts concerning the relationship of the sun to daily and seasonal weather. They will identify selected geographic characteristics of their home, school, and neighborhood.
Strand Source
Geographical Concepts IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.3.1
The learner will be able to explain the basic difference between a map* and a globe*. *Map: A map is flat and can represent only a part of the earth's surface *Globe: A globe is round and can show the entire earth .
Strand Source
Map/Globe Skills IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.3.2
The learner will be able to identify the cardinal directions (north, south, east, west) on maps and globes.
Strand Source
Map/Globe Skills IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.3.3
The learner will be able to identify the relative locations* of places in the school setting. *Relative location: The location of a place in relation to another place or places Example: The relative location of the school might be described as "across the road from the fire station" or "near the river." .
Strand Source
Regions IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.3.4
The learner will be able to identify physical features* and human features* in the geography of school and community. *Physical features: Geographic features that occur in nature, such as land and water forms, natural vegetation, and wildlife *Human features: Features created by humans, such as farms, cities, buildings, and roads .
Strand Source
Regions IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.3.5
The learner will be able to explain the effect of seasonal changes on plants, animals, and people. Examples: Some animals hibernate in winter; people may wear lighter-weight clothing in summer; most plants exhibit new growth in spring. .
Strand Source
Human-Environment Interaction IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.3.6
The learner will be able to observe and record the physical processes related to weather on a daily basis. Example: Rainy, sunny, cloudy, warm, cold .
Strand Source
Earth Attributes: Climate/Weather IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.3.7
The learner will be able to draw simple maps that show how land is used in the school and local community. Example: Draw maps of the school setting that show the playground and different parts of the school building; make maps that show where people live and work. .
Strand Source
Map/Globe Skills IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.3.8
The learner will be able to give examples of natural resources, such as water, trees, plants, and soil, and describe how people in the school and community use these resources.
Strand Source
Physical Resources IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  

Economics

    Economics
The learner will be able to explain how people in the school and community use goods and services and make choices as both producers and consumers.
Strand Source
Economics IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.4.1
The learner will be able to identify goods* that people use. *Goods: Objects, such as food or a toy that can satisfy people's wants .
Strand Source
Goods/Services IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.4.2
The learner will be able to identify services* that people do for each other. *Services: Actions that a person does for you, such as hair cutting provided by a barber or hair stylist, or dental care provided by a dentist .
Strand Source
Goods/Services IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.4.3
The learner will be able to compare and contrast different jobs people do to earn income.
Strand Source
Employment IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.4.4
The learner will be able to describe how people in the school and community are both producers* and consumers*. *Producers: People who provide goods or services *Consumers: People who use goods or services .
Strand Source
Goods/Services IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.4.5
The learner will be able to explain that people have to make choices about goods and services because of scarcity*. *Scarcity: The idea that resources are limited in relation to people's wants .
Strand Source
Goods/Services IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.4.6
The learner will be able to explain that people exchange goods and services to get the things they want.
Strand Source
Goods/Services IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  

Cultural Perspective

    Individuals, Society, and Culture
The learner will be able to understand that they are individuals who interact with other individuals and groups; take responsibility for resolving conflicts and working respectfully with others; and examine the ways that similarities and differences in customs, celebrations, recreation, and the arts benefit the community.
Strand Source
Culture IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.5.1
The learner will be able to identify one's own individual talents, interests, and hobbies, as well as the talents and interests of others.
Strand Source
Culture IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.5.2
The learner will be able to identify groups to which people belong. Examples: Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, clubs, musical groups .
Strand Source
Culture IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.5.3
The learner will be able to give examples of how people show concern, respect each other, behave responsibly in a group, and resolve differences peacefully.
Strand Source
Diversity IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.5.4
The learner will be able to demonstrate the importance of treating others as they would wish to be treated and practice ways of resolving differences peacefully.
Strand Source
Diversity IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  
    1.5.5
The learner will be able to compare similarities and differences in customs, foods, play, recreation, and celebrations of families in the community.
Strand Source
Culture IDOE
Unit Instructional Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
Unit Assessment Resources
- All Together, Scott Foresman, Joan Martin, Liberty, Ridge View [Textbook].  
- People and Places, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, George Earle [Textbook].  
  

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