Social Studies - 4th Grade (2024)
Lesson Plans

Strand 4: Post-Statehood (1896-1999)

Students will study Utah’s continued development as a state, including learning about its Constitution and the role of geography in Utah’s economy and settlement patterns. Students will evaluate the roles and functions of different levels and types of governments. They will identify and explain the cultural connections that Utah’s diverse communities share.

Compelling Questions:

• How has Utah’s physical and human geography impacted the development of the state?
• How is federal and state power balanced in Utah, and what is the function of Utah’s state Constitution?
• Who are some of the most influential leaders in Utah, and what are some of the contributions they have made to the state?
• How are issues between state, federal, and tribal lands resolved?

Standard 4.4.1

Identify the function and location of state government. Analyze Article 1 of the Utah Constitution to explain how the enumerated rights reflect shared values.

• American Founders and Constitution Month Constitutional Fitness
  This is an optional program for use by Utah LEAs, schools, and teachers to observe Founders Month and Consitution Day. It aligns with and supports mastery of many Utah Core Social Studies Standards in grade K-5. Standards alignment is provided, along with resources for possible use.
• Governments of Utah Past and Present
  Students will use the internet, text books, and other resources to identify historic American Indian, State of Deseret, Utah Territory, and current Utah state governments and compare and contrast.

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