February

Shadows

K.7 The student will investigate and understand that shadows occur when light is blocked by an object. Key concepts include

• shadows occur in nature when sunlight is blocked by an object;
• shadows can be produced by blocking artificial light sources.

Patriotism, George Washington (historical figure), Betsy Ross (historical figure, Abraham Lincoln (historical figure), Independence Day (historical event), President's Day (historical event)

K.1 The student will recognize that history describes events and people of other times and places by

• identifying examples of past events in legends, stories, and historical accounts of Pocahontas, George Washington, Betsy Ross, and Abraham Lincoln;
• identifying the people and events honored by the holidays of Thanksgiving Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, and Independence Day (Fourth of July).

K.2 The student will describe everyday life in the present and in the past and begin to recognize that things change over time.

K.8 The student will demonstrate that being a good citizen involves

• taking turns and sharing;
• taking responsibility for certain classroom chores;
• taking care of personal belongings and respecting what belongs to others;
• following rules and understanding the consequence of breaking rules;
• practicing honesty, self-control, and kindness to others.

K.9 The student will recognize the American flag, the Pledge of Allegiance, and that the President is the leader of the United States.