New York State ELA Standard 1-Language for Formation and Understanding 1A Students gather and interpret information from children's reference books, magazines, textbooks, electronic bulletin boards, audio and media presentations, oral interviews, and from such forms as charts, graphs, maps and diagrams. NYS Social Studies Standard 2-World 1C Students study about different world cultures and civilizations focusing on their accomplishments, contributions, values, beliefs, and traditions. NYS Social Studies Standard 3- Geography 1A Students study about how people live, work, and utilize natural resources. 1D Students identify and compare the physical, human, and cultural characteristics of different regions and people. NYS Social Studies Standard 4-Economy 1D Students study about how the availability and distribution of resources is important to a nation's economic growth. NYS Social Studies Standard 5-Civics 1C Students describe the basic purposes of government and the importance of civic life.