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Standards, Guiding
Questions, and
Essential Learnings
Bellingham Public Schools Geography
Benchmark Grade 7:
- How has the geography of
Washington State influenced its history, economics, political
interactions and diverse cultures?
- How have historical
turning points influenced individuals and communities in Washington
State?
- How have historical
events in Washington State shaped current events?
Washington State Essential Learning
Requirements - Geography Benchmarks, grade 7
Geography
- G2.1.2 Use observation, maps, and other tools to
identify, compare, and contrast the physical characteristics of places
and regions (e.g., wildlife, vegetation, climate, natural hazards, and
waterways) (Location, Region, Place)
- G3.2.2a Explain how the
physical environment impacts how and where people live and work
Civics
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C2.1.2b Describe the structure of state and federal
government including the legislative, executive, and judicial branches;
federal state, and local
levels and political parties
Economics
- E1.2.2a Give examples of how
factors of production (labor, capital, resources, and
entrepreneurship) work together to produce goods and services
History
- H1.3.2 Examine the development
of different cultures in Washington, U.S. and world history
Essential Academic Learning
Requirements in Reading
1) The student understands and uses different skills
and strategies to read.
To meet this
standard, the student will:
1.1 use word recognition and word
meaning skills to read and comprehend text
1.2 build vocabulary through
reading
1.3 read fluently, adjusting reading for purpose
and material
1.5 use features of non-fiction text and computer software such as
titles, headings, pictures, maps, and charts to find and understand
specific information
2) The student understands the meaning of what is
read.
To meet this
standard, the student will:
2.1
comprehend important ideas and details
2.2 expand comprehension by analyzing, interpreting, and
synthesizing information and ideas
2.3 think critically and analyze authors' use of language, style,
purpose, and perspective
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