2.1 - Different Types of Communities

Second Grade - Second Social Studies - 2.1 - Different Types of Communities

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A community is a population of various individuals in a common location. It can be characterized as urban, suburban, or rural. Population density and use of the land are some characteristics that define and distinguish types of communities.

2.1a An urban community, or city, is characterized by dense population and land primarily occupied by buildings and structures used for residential and business purposes.

2.1b Suburban communities are on the outskirts of cities, where human population is less dense, and buildings and homes are spaced farther apart.

2.1c Rural communities are characterized by a large expanse of open land and significantly lower populations than urban or suburban areas.

Students will identify the characteristics of urban, suburban, and rural communities and determine in which type of community they live.
By discussing different types of housing (apartment, single-family house, etc.) and the proximity of houses to each other, students will understand the term "population density" and how it applies to different communities.

2.1d Activities available for people living in urban, suburban, and rural communities are different. The type of community a person grows up in will affect a person's development and identity.

Students will identify activities that are available in each community type and discuss how those activities affect the people living in that community.

Supporting Materials

	City, Suburb, and Rural Communities People live, work, and have fun together in many different kinds of communities. With the help of three children, students learn about the likes and differences of neighborhoods in the city, suburbs, and rural communities. We join each child as they show us what it is like to live in his/her...
	Crazy For California Travel reporters Sandy Feet and Sunny Burns take you on a madcap journey across the Golden State which you will not soon forget. *Keywords: travel, landmarks, rhyme, California, geography, United States*
	Crazy for Canada Take a trip unlike any other in the company of Lester B. Beaver who travels across the country trying to discover the true meaning of Canada. A great geography lesson for young children who want to learn more about Canada. *Keywords: travel,...*
	How Location Affects Life: Different Areas, Climate, Latitude, and Longitude Students examine geographical and human factors that affect personal and societal ways of life. Physical components such as climate, landform and relative location are discussed, expanding a learner's understanding of characteristics within northern and southern hemispheres, differing latitudes...
	Our California Award-winning author Pam Muñoz Ryan celebrates the wonders of her home state. Jaunty poems introduce California's major cities and regions.
	Postcards from Chicago Join Anna in a travel adventure to one of the largest cities in the Midwest, the Windy City – Chicago IL. Points of interest are described through cheery postcards to friends and family. Historical monuments, famous sights and fascinating facts about destinations are included to learn more about...
	Postcards from New York City Join Anna in a travel adventure to one of the most exciting cities in the U.S, The Big Apple - New York City, NY. Points of interest are described through cheery postcards to friends and family. Historical monuments, famous sights and fascinating facts about destinations are included to learn...
	What is a Community? This program defines community in a global context that includes all countries of the world as well as city and country populations. Stresses that diversity is the fundamental strength of all communities. Gives examples of the services, population, occupations, businesses, and methods of...

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