Alabama Social Studies SS24.1.4

Social Studies1st GradeEconomics

The Standard

Describe ways occupational and recreational opportunities in the local community and state are affected by the physical environment.

2024 Alabama Course of Study: Social Studies

Teacher's field guide

What Students Need to Do: Students describe how land and water affect where people work and play in their community and across Alabama. They explain why a place fits a job or outdoor activity.
What Mastery Looks Like: A student can explain why the Gulf supports fishing jobs and beach swimming. They can name a land or water feature near school and tell how people use it for work or play.
Common Misconceptions: Students may think every Alabama town has a beach, or that fishing is only for fun. They may name a job or game without explaining how the land or water makes it possible.
How to Assess It: Exit ticket: Ask, “How can the Gulf help someone earn money and give someone a place to play? Name one example of each and tell why.”

Lesson moves

Pairs build a shore with sand and water, then place paper fishers and swimmers where they could work or play.
Show photos of the Gulf Coast and your town; ask, “How does the land or water shape work and play in each place?”
Play match-up: Pair coast, forest, and river cards with fishers, hikers, or boaters; partners explain each match.
Walk around school; point to grass, a tree, or a slope, and ask who works or plays there and why.

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