History and Social Science Skills

Virginia SOL 2.SK.1

Apply history and social science skills to analyze and interpret information sources.

What students need to be able to do

  • View and explore information sources including artifacts, primary and secondary sources, charts, graphs, and diagrams.
  • Apply geographic skills to identify and understand geographic features and connections.
  • Demonstrate curiosity and critical thinking through questioning and drawing conclusions.
  • Sequence and organize information.
  • Identify similarities and differences to clarify and explain content.
  • Recognize cause-and-effect relationships.
  • Use economic decision-making models to make informed economic decisions.
  • Practice civility, respect, hard work, honesty, trustworthiness, and responsible citizenship skills.
  • Use content vocabulary to demonstrate comprehension.