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New Hampshire Frameworks Correlations
Life
in the White House 
Celebrating the West Wing's 100th anniversary, this online presentation from
the White House provides a look at life and work in the White House from the
people that live and work there. You can take a tour of the Press Room with
Ari Fleisher; look at the Roosevelt Room with Andy Card; or take a tour of the
Oval Office with President Bush. In addition you can take a panoramic tour of
rooms in the White House with 360 degree movies; and learn about some of the
art and furnishing in the White House with White House Curator William Allman.
Intended Audience: General Reading
Level: Elementary Teacher Section: No Searchable: NoStudies: Civics and Government
Curriculum Standard 1
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the purpose of government and
how government is established and organized.
Proficiency Standards
By the end of grade six students will be able to:
- Describe,
by using examples, government in terms of the people and institutions that make,
apply, and enforce rules and laws including the resolution of disputes about
rules and laws.
Curriculum Standard 2
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental ideals and principles
of American democracy; the major provisions of the United States and New Hampshire
Constitutions; and the organization and operation of government at all levels
including the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.
Proficiency Standards
By the end of grade six students will be able to:
- Describe
and compare the primary functions of the three branches of government including
the passing of laws by the legislative branch; the carrying out and enforcement
of laws by the executive branch; and the interpretation of laws and the protection
of rights by the judicial branch.
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Identify, describe,
and compare the structure and major responsibilities and services of government
at the local, county, state, and federal levels
Curriculum Standard 4
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the meaning, rights, and responsibilities
of citizenship as well as the ability to apply their knowledge of the ideals,
principles, organization, and operation of American government through the political
process and citizen involvement.
Proficiency Standards
By the end of grade six students will be able to:
- Name
the persons who represent them in Congress and the heads of the executive branch
of their local, state, and federal governments.
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Explain how they
can contact their representatives and other government officials.
Proficiency
Standards
By the end of grade ten students will be able to: -
Name
the persons who represent them in legislative bodies and the heads of the executive,
legislative, and judicial branches of their local, county, state, and federal
governments, and explain which level(s) of government they should contact to
express their opinions or to get information or help on specific problems and
issues.
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Demonstrate an
understanding of how an individual participates in primary and general elections
including registering to vote; identifying the major duties, responsibilities,
and qualifications required for a particular position; becoming informed about
candidates and issues; declaring or changing party affiliation; and obtaining,
marking, and depositing a ballot.
Social Studies: History
Curriculum Standard 17
Students will demonstrate a knowledge of the chronology and significance of
the unfolding story of America including the history of their community, New
Hampshire, and the United States.
Proficiency Standards
By the end of grade six students will be able to:
- Describe the history, use, and significance to America of the Liberty Bell;
George Washington as the father of our country; national flag; graphic representations
of Liberty and Justice; Uncle Sam; Great Seal; White House; Lincoln Memorial;
Statue of Liberty; veterans' memorials; Pledge of Allegiance; National Anthem;
and E Pluribus Unum.
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