1.SS.1.A
Describe the origins of customs, holidays, and celebrations of the community, state, and nation such as Constitution Day, Independence Day, and Veterans Day.
Grade 1 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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originscustomsholidayscelebrationscommunitystatenationConstitution DayIndependence DayVeterans Day
Skills
- describe (the origins of customs, holidays, and celebrations) #dok2
- identify (customs, holidays, and celebrations of the community, state, and nation) #dok1
- connect (customs, holidays, and celebrations to their community, state, or nation) #dok2
- explain (the significance of specific holidays such as Constitution Day, Independence Day, and Veterans Day) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can identify customs, holidays, and celebrations in my community, state, and nation. #dok1
- I can describe the origins of specific customs, holidays, and celebrations. #dok2
- I can connect holidays and celebrations to the community, state, or nation they represent. #dok2
- I can explain why we celebrate Constitution Day, Independence Day, and Veterans Day. #dok2
Big Ideas
- Customs, holidays, and celebrations have origins that are connected to important events or beliefs in a community, state, or nation.
- Understanding the origins of customs and holidays helps us appreciate their significance and the values they represent.
Essential Questions
- What are the origins of some customs, holidays, and celebrations in our community, state, and nation?
- Why do we celebrate holidays like Constitution Day, Independence Day, and Veterans Day?
- How do these holidays and customs help us remember important people or events?
- What can we learn about our community, state, or nation from our holidays and celebrations?
- How do the origins of holidays and celebrations shape the way we celebrate them today?