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SS1H1American Historical Figures

Read about and describe the life of historical figures in American history.

Appears in: Social Studies, Grade 1

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Expectations

  • SS1H1.a

    Identify the contributions made by these figures: Benjamin Franklin (inventor/author/
    statesman), Thomas Jefferson (Declaration of Independence), Meriwether Lewis and
    William Clark with Sacagawea (exploration), Theodore Roosevelt (National Parks and the
    environment), George Washington Carver (science), and Ruby Bridges (civil rights).

  • SS1H1.b

    Describe how everyday life of these historical figures is similar to and different from
    everyday life in the present (for example: food, clothing, homes, transportation,
    communication, recreation, etc.).

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Source: Georgia Standards of Excellence, published by the Georgia Department of Education at case.georgiastandards.org.