Vermilion Parish Curriculum Map
Grade __3___ Subject __Social Studies_
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Unit 3
Louisiana’s History and People
4 Weeks
Unit Description
This unit examines the settlement patterns in Louisiana during different time periods. Role models of responsible citizenship in the past and present will be examined. This unit will also focus on local landmarks.
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Student Understandings
Students understand early settlement patterns in Louisiana, why people came to Louisiana, and how they adapted the environment to meet their needs. The students recognize the need to use primary and secondary sources to learn more about the early history of Louisiana.
Guiding Questions
Can students · explain patterns of settlements in Louisiana across time? · explain why people settled in Louisiana and how the physical environment was adapted to meet their needs? · identify role models of responsible citizenship in the past and present? · compare various cultures and identify the cultural elements that have contributed to Louisiana’s heritage? |
Geography The World in Spatial Terms 3. Interpret a graph, chart, and diagram
Physical and Human Systems 16. Identify and compare customs, celebrations, and traditions of various cultural groups in Louisiana
Environment and Society 20. Explain how humans have adapted to the physical environment in Louisiana
Roles of the Citizens 29. Identify the qualities of people who were leaders and good citizens as shown by their honesty, courage, trustworthiness, and patriotism
Historical Thinking Skills 46. Complete a timeline based on given information 47. Use information in a map, table, or graph to describe the past 48. Identify primary and secondary sources 49. Identify ways different cultures record their histories (e.g., oral, visual, written)
Families and Communities 50. Describe family life at a given time in history and compare it with present-day family life 51. Describe changes in community life, comparing a given time in history to the present
Louisiana and United States History 52. Identify and describe early settlers in Louisiana 53. Identify people and their influence in the early development of Louisiana 54. Describe the importance of events and ideas significant to Louisiana’s development 55. Identify and describe the significance of various state and national landmarks and symbols 56. Identify the causes and effects of the major historical migrations to Louisiana 57. Identify cultural elements that have contributed to our state heritage (e.g., Mardi Gras, Cajun/Creole cooking)
World History 58. Describe aspects of family life, structures, and roles in cultures other than the United States 59. Explain how technology has changed present-day family and community life in Louisiana |
A Brief History of Louisiana Under 10 Flags
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An Educator’s Guide to Exploring Louisiana Communities and Traditions a Complete Guide |
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National Archives: Louisiana Purchase
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Louisiana Electronic Postcards
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Ben’s Guide to Our National Symbols
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