Social Studies, Grade 3
Nova Scotia · Grade 3 · Social Studies — the complete curriculum-aligned outline, taught skill by skill by MapleMind's AI tutor.
Unit 1: Nova Scotia in Atlantic Canada
Investigating the location of Nova Scotia in Atlantic Canada - describing our province's location in relation to the Atlantic region and the bodies of water surrounding it, using maps.
- Locating Nova Scotia in the Atlantic region
- The waters around Nova Scotia
Unit 2: Expressions of Culture
Investigating various groups - including Acadians, African Nova Scotians, Gaels, and Mi'kmaq - through their expressions of culture, such as language, stories, music, and art, moving beyond surface celebration to deeper cultural expression.
- Asking about diverse people and cultures
- Culture through the four groups
Unit 3: Positive Interactions
Implementing strategies that promote positive interactions in the community - examining the importance of respecting diversity, understanding stereotyping, and making a plan to promote positive interactions.
- Gathering information about positive interactions
- Understanding stereotypes
- Making an action plan
Unit 4: Rights and Responsibilities in a Democracy
Investigating the rights and responsibilities of citizens in a democracy - examining active citizens and the characteristics they possess, and the rights and responsibilities of citizens across diverse cultural groups.
- What makes a responsible citizen
- Rights and responsibilities for everyone
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