Ten 20-minute lessons
One 20-minute parent/teacher in-service
One 20-minute teacher in-service
Produced 1998
School use rights: 1 year
Grades 1-6 / Social Studies, Civics
(closed captions)
Teachers Guide
5/8 SS
Video Tape Library
My America combines elements of traditional civics and social studies curricula with techniques and activities that encourage children to experience the democratic process by participating actively in their schools and local communities. The series explores the basics of American government: the legislative process, ideals of a democratic government and the rights and responsibilities of citizens in a democracy. The underlying theme is that a democracy works best when everyone participates -- that a single vote and voice matters.
One program for teachers and parents explores the importance of community involvement in schools, and another program for teachers provides ideas about the importance of teaching and acknowledging multiculturalism in the classroom.
Thursdays at 10:30 am
Sept. 18 1. What is a Flag?
25 2. A Pledge is a Promise
Oct. 2 3. Neighborhood and Community
16 4. Liberty and Justice
23 5. What is an American?
30 6. The Story of the National Anthem
Nov. 13 7. What is a Democracy?
20 8. Becoming an Active Citizen
Dec. 11 9. How Our Laws Are Made
18 10. Rights and Responsibilities
Jan. 8 11. Parents, Teachers and Community: Working Together
22 12. Teaching in a Multicultural Society
Block Feeds 3/3 & 3/4
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