1.SS.12.A

Identify characteristics of good citizenship, including truthfulness, justice, equality, respect for oneself and others, responsibility in daily life, and participation in government by educating oneself about the issues, respectfully holding public officials to their word, and voting.

Grade 1 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010

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Vocabulary
characteristicsgood citizenshiptruthfulnessjusticeequalityrespect for oneselfrespect for othersresponsibility in daily lifeparticipation in governmentissuespublic officialsvoting
Skills
  • identify (characteristics of good citizenship) #dok1
  • describe (examples of truthfulness, justice, equality, respect, responsibility, and participation) #dok2
  • explain (ways to participate in government, including educating oneself, holding officials accountable, and voting) #dok2
  • differentiate (between characteristics of good citizenship and not-so-good citizenship) #dok2
Learning Targets
  • I can identify characteristics of good citizenship, like truthfulness and responsibility. #dok1
  • I can name ways to participate in government, such as voting. #dok1
  • I can describe what it means to show respect for myself and others. #dok2
  • I can explain how to participate in government by learning about issues and holding officials to their word. #dok2
  • I can tell ways to practice good citizenship in my daily life and in the community. #dok2
Big Ideas
  • Good citizenship means demonstrating positive qualities such as truthfulness, justice, equality, respect, and responsibility.
  • Citizens participate in government by learning about issues, holding leaders accountable, and voting.
Essential Questions
  • What does it mean to be a good citizen?
  • Why are qualities like truthfulness and responsibility important in our community?
  • How can individuals participate in government at any age?
  • In what ways can you show respect for yourself and others?
  • How do citizens make a difference by voting and staying informed?