Social Studies

Grade 4

SS 1 Principles of Constitutional Democracy

Course Objective * Students will acquire knowledge of principles expressed in documents shaping constitutional democracy in the United States.

Learner Objectives

1. Identify and explain why Missouri has a constitution and why the state makes and enforces laws. [3.6] 

http://www.sos.state.mo.us/kids/govt/mogovt.asp

2. Identify rights included in the Bill of Rights including freedom of religion; speech; press; to assemble peacefully; to petition the government; and to be treated fairly by the government. [1.2]

http://emintsteachers.more.net/orlandom/billofrights.htm

3. Explain the major purpose of the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and the Declaration of Independence. [1.2]

http://emintsteachers.more.net/orlandom/declaration.htm

http://emintsteachers.more.net/orlandom/constitution.htm

1. Review major symbols that unite American citizens and explain how they affect our values and beliefs despite our cultural diversity (e.g., see grade 3; also Statue of Liberty, nation capitol, bald eagle, anthem, etc.) [1.2]

http://bensguide.gpo.gov/3-5/symbols/index.html