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 4.4.5

Analyze the way local, state, tribal, and federal governments interact with one another.

• Angel Island
  Students will learn about the importance and impact of immigration to the building of the United States of America.
• Voting to Make Your Voice Heard
  Students will understand the rights and responsibilities of voting in local, state, and national elections.Essential questions:What are the roles of elected officials in our state government?Why is it important for citizens to vote?Enduring understanding:Students will be able to identify the roles of elected officials in Utah and explain the importance of voting as a citizen of our state.

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