History – Social Science Content Standards for California Public Schools
HISTORICAL AND SOCIAL
SCIENCES ANALYSIS SKILLS
SAMPLE STUDENT ENGAGEMENT, GRADES 3–5
Chronological and
Study a map of the state or local water system, and trace the
routes water takes from its sources. Describe the towns and
physical terrain along the way. For example, visit the SFPUC’s
headquarters in San Francisco to see an animated map of
“Snowfall to Outfall,” which shows our water’s journey from
the mountains to the ocean and bay.
Spatial Thinking
K-5.4. Identify the human and physical characteristics of the
places they are studying and explain how those features form
the unique character of those places.
Historical Interpretation
Consider the historical time periods of the Native Americans
who resided in the area now called San Francisco, the residents
of San Francisco during the California Gold Rush, and residents
of San Francisco today. Compare how each community met its
need for water.
K-5.5. Judge the significance of the relative location of a place
(e.g., proximity to a harbor, or trade routes) and analyze how
relative advantages or disadvantages can change over time.
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