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California State Capitol Museum School Packet HandoutCalifornia State Capitol Museum School Packet Handout
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California State Parks
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California State Capitol Museum School Packet

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Here is great packet of worksheets to introduce your young learners to the general history of California and basic facts about the Golden State. Topics covered range from state counties, Sacramento, and the capitol to the California flag, seal, and general history.

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CCSS: Adaptable

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social studies

Classroom Considerations

  • While this workbook provides a comprehensive overview and basic facts about the state, consider delving into greater detail about some of the main topics. For example, when looking at the California counties, discuss their differences in size, how county lines are drawn, and the diversity of resources and demographics from county to county 

Pros

  • Emphasis on developing reading comprehension skills
  • Also includes great handouts on the three branches of government and how an idea becomes a law

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  • None

Common Core

RI.4.1 RI.5.1 RI.6.1

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