What does a student learn in StateNevada,GradeGrade 4,SubjectSocial Studies?

Generate compelling questions to explore the history of Nevada.

Generate and answer supporting questions that help address the compelling question.

Analyze the differences between primary and secondary sources and use them to construct an argument about the past.

Analyze the sourcing and context of sources with corroboration and close reading.

Cite evidence that supports a response to supporting or compelling questions.

Construct responses to compelling questions using reasoning, examples, and relevant details.

Construct organized explanations for various audiences and purposes using evidence and reasoning.

Participate in a structured academic discussion using evidence and reasoning to share and critique ideas.

List and discuss group or individual action to help address local or regional problems.

Use deliberative and democratic procedures to take action about an issue.

Evaluate why Nevada became a state and the role of Nevada in national politics.

Analyze how Nevada's population and culture have changed over time.

Analyze the diverse population of Nevada's early inhabitants, natives, and settlers and discuss their unique experiences and contributions.

Evaluate the development and evolution of Nevada's symbols, mottoes, and slogans.

Analyze how racism and discriminatory practices have led to oppression in Nevada.

Analyze how diverse individuals and groups in Nevada led movements for social justice in response to discriminatory practices.

Analyze the impact that Native people have had on the culture of Nevada.

Identify and analyze the diversity and cultural traditions of Nevada's people, including but not limited to: Native communities, Basque communities, etc.

Identify the contributions of culturally, racially, and ethnically diverse individual Nevadans to the advancement of Nevada.

Evaluate how core civic virtues and democratic principles have guided or continue to guide local and state government in Nevada.

Identify and discuss examples of rules, laws, and authorities that keep people safe and property secure in the state of Nevada.

Investigate how interest groups have influenced the political, social, and cultural landscape of Nevada.

Create maps that include human and physical features and demonstrates spatial patterns in Nevada.

Examine how and why Nevada's landscape has been impacted by humans.

Analyze how technological changes have impacted the environment and economy of Nevada.

Describe the difference in population distribution across Nevada.

Using the historical and contemporary examples discuss the importance of major industries to Nevada's economy.

Describe the intended and unintended consequences of decisions made regarding limited and shared resources in Nevada.

Investigate the role of Nevada's economy in relation to the national economy.