Instruction in the standards requires a focus not only on the learner concepts and competencies but the supportive practices employed by the adults in the classroom setting. 

Concepts and Competencies

The learner will:

• Identify services provided by local government and if the services are paid or volunteer services
• Explain taxes pay for the services provided
• Draw a picture of things that taxes help pay for
• Research information on local tax
• Explain taxes and why people pay them

 

Supportive Practices

The adult will:

• Instruct on the services provided by government and if they are volunteer positions or a paid position.
• Provide instruction on how taxes levied by the government provide for goods and services to communities and individuals
• Explain why people pay taxes
• Provide examples of goods and services that are paid with taxes (e.g. roads, parks, and playgrounds)
• Facilitate discussion on different types of taxes (e.g. income, sales, property)
• Explain the basic process of collecting taxes
• Read books that explain taxes

 

This resource was created by the Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL).   

Contact: RA-PWPAELS@pa.gov

Office of Child Development and Early Learning, OCDEL, Social Studies