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Characteristics of a Good Citizen

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First graders examine characteristics that good citizens need. In this civic virtues lesson, 1st graders discuss people they know who are heroes or good citizens. Students name three qualities they believe heroes need. Students create a mini-book about heroes and illustrate their characteristics.

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heroes, illustrations

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civic virtues, good citizen, hero, illustrating, mini book, social studies
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Grade
1st
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins
Instructional Strategy
Project-Based Learning
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