Grade 4

Social Studies

 

 

Unit 8: Democracy and Citizenship

Activity 7: Citizenship (GLEs: 32, 33)

 

 

CC:  Put the following statement on the board: "If you obey all the laws, you will fulfill your responsibilities as a citizen of Louisiana and the United States." Ask students to consider whether they think this is a true statement. Have them create scenarios that support or refute this statement. Have students create a cartoon that supports or refutes this statement. Guide students in a brainstorming session to find examples in their lives to support their opinions.

 

Unitedstreaming video

http://unitedstreaming.com

TLC Elementary School: Understanding Good Citizenship (24:15)

 

Use a template from Kidspiration software during the brainstorming session.

Kidspiration template - "Becoming a Good Citizen"

 

 

 

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