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Standard 1.CG.2

1.CG.2 Describe the basic purpose, structure, and functions of South Carolina’s government at both the local and state level....

Grade(s): 1

Subject(s): Social Studies

Year: 2019

You Be the Judge!
You Be the Judge!

Lesson

Students will learn about the role of a judge in government and explore the qualities necessary to be a good judge.

What is a Bill?
What is a Bill?

Lesson

This lesson celebrates the accomplishments and contributions of April's 2024 nominee of the SC African American Calendar, John L. Scott, Jr. Students will also learn how a bill becomes a law.

Safe and Sound: Community Helpers
Safe and Sound: Community Helpers

Lesson

The students will be able to recognize the importance of community helpers like firefighters. They will be able to demonstrate what to do during fire-related emergencies and will be able to explain...

Three Branches of Government
Three Branches of Government

Lesson

The students will be able to identify the basic functions of government, including making and enforcing laws, protecting citizens, and collecting taxes.

The Governor | SC Elects Its Leaders

Video

The duties of South Carolina's constitutional officers are highlighted without emphasizing the holders of these offices. Duties of the governor are outlined in this episode.