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Elementary Elementary Social Studies Grade 3

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Suggested Prerequisites

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Description

Grab those backpacks, compasses, and maps, and prepare for an unforgettable adventure! In this course, hit the road with Chase to discover the regions of the U.S., explore the countries of North America, and investigate American history and civics to discover how the American government was formed and continues to work for citizens. Let’s go!

Module One: Geography

-Map elements

-Compare maps and globes to understand distortion

-Thematic maps

-Map scales

-Continents and oceans on a world map

-Countries and commonwealths in North America and the Caribbean


Module Two: Meet the Neighbors

-Environment influences settlement patterns

-Cultures settled in North America

-Analyze primary and secondary sources

-Canada's physical features, natural landmarks, climate, vegetation, natural resources, and cultures

-Mexico's physical features, natural landmarks, climate, vegetation, natural resources, and cultures

-Caribbean's physical features, natural landmarks, climate, vegetation, natural resources, and cultures


Module Three: The United States

-Northeast region of the United States

-Southeast region of the United States

-Midwest region of the United States

-Southwest region of the United States

-West region of the United States

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