Exploring Community Types

2nd GradeSocial Studies60 min

aligned to Ccss 2.g.a.3

Learning Objective

I can name different types of communities (urban, suburban, rural).

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

5 min

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Guided Notes

12 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • An urban community is large and highly populated with lots of people.

  • A suburban community is located near a city, but is not as populated as an urban community; some people who live there commute to a nearby city for work.

  • A rural community has very few people and buildings and mainly consists of farmland.

Practice

18 min

12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Name the three types of communities discussed in the video.

Teacher Guide

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