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Which subject	History
What topic	What is means to be a citizen
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 1
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: What it Means to be a Citizen

Subject

History

Topic

What it Means to be a Citizen

Grade/Age Group

Grade 1 (Ages 6-7)

Duration

30 minutes

Number of Students

20

Objectives

• Understand the basic concept of citizenship.
• Identify the rights and responsibilities of a citizen.
• Explore how citizens contribute to their community.

Materials

• Chart paper and markers
• Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities worksheets
• Colored pencils or crayons
• "What Does it Mean to be a Citizen?" storybook/reading material

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the early elementary social studies standards, focusing on civic understanding and the role of citizens in a community.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 minutes	Introduce the topic of citizenship. Ask students what they think a citizen is.
2	Read-Aloud	10 minutes	Read the storybook "What Does it Mean to be a Citizen?" Discuss key points as you go.
3	Class Discussion	5 minutes	Ask students about their rights and responsibilities. Make a list on chart paper.
4	Group Activity	7 minutes	Students draw a picture of a citizen in their community and write one responsibility.
5	Share and Reflect	3 minutes	Have students share their drawings with a partner. Walk around to assess understanding.
6	Homework Assignment	0 minutes	Hand out Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities worksheets. Explain homework expectations.

Homework

• Complete the Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities worksheet provided during class.
• Students will not present their homework in front of the class. Instead, the teacher will collect and review them privately to assess understanding.

Assessment

• Observation during discussions and activities.
• Review of completed homework worksheets.

Notes

• Be sure to encourage students to express their thoughts and ideas during discussions.
• Adapt activities as necessary for students with different learning needs.

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