There are four historic areas to choose from each with a different theme. Many teachers use the resources of the Colorado History Museum. Susan Andrews at Bear Creek Elementary serves on the Museum s Teachers Advisory Board. Under the Stars. Students know and understand the chronological organization of history and are able to group people and events into major eras to identify and explain historical relationships.
Students know how to use various processes and resources of historical inquiry.
Students understand the nature of societies, that societies are diverse and have changed over time. Students know that religious and philosophical ideas have been powerful forces throughout history. The Colorado History Museum is in the process of aligning all of their programs to the Colorado State Model Content Standards. Specific information as to which benchmarks have been assigned to which program can be obtained by contacting the Education Department of the Colorado History Museum.